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E-NEWSLETTER
From the City of Sea Isle City
JULY 23, 2026
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I’m happy to report that our beach replenishment project has been completed! Over the course of the project, 480,000 cubic yards of sand were placed on our beaches between 29th and 55th Streets, and I’ve received many compliments about how great our beaches look. Thank you to all our residents and visitors for your patience throughout this important undertaking. In addition to providing more room for recreation, our newly widened beaches offer critical shore protection that will benefit our community for years to come. I also want to thank the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, and Norfolk Dredging for their outstanding work in managing and successfully completing this project.
For some time now, there’s been discussions about providing additional shade at our playgrounds...
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Council’s last meeting was held on July 14, and at that meeting, Police Chief Tony Garreffi gave a presentation on the activity of the police department during the summer season. The chief explained the hiring of summer seasonal officers and how they are deployed in conjunction with full time police officers to perform the various patrols throughout the city. The chief discussed various areas of enforcement on quality-of-life issues such as noise, curfew violations, and public disturbances; and explained the assignment of officers around bar locations. The chief also provided statistics on various violation summons that have been issued, including traffic stops, parking violations, city ordinance violations, and juvenile interactions. Information on police activity is posted on the Sea Isle Police Department’s Facebook page, on the city website, and typically with the first newsletter of each month.
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HISTORICAL SOCIETY PRESENTATIONS
Step Back In Time Twice This Week
The Sea Isle City Historical Society will host two upcoming presentations at the Excursion Park Band Shell.
“Our Perfect Storm” will be held on Friday, July 24 starting at 7:00 pm, where local historians will explain how the infamous March Storm of 1962 devasted Sea Isle City and other communities in South Jersey. A Storm of ’62 survivor and author of two books on the storm, Dr. Joseph A. LaRosa, Jr., will lead the presentation, assisted by Sea Isle City native Pat Haffert and other Historical Society members.
“Sea Isle City’s History of Lifeguarding” will take place on Tuesday, July 28 starting at 7:00 pm featuring a meet and greet with local lifeguards and other local speakers. At 8:00 pm, Tom McCann will speak about our town’s beach patrol and why so many generations from different families can be found lifeguarding in Sea Isle each summer.
Those attending these events are reminded that there is limited bench seating at the Band Shell and bringing folding chairs and/or beach blankets will ensure their comfort during the presentations. For more information, please phone 609-780-0024 or go to www.seaislemuseum.com.
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VFW HOSTS 6TH ANNUAL K9 HURRICANE'S HEROES
Fundraiser for K9s on August 1
Hurricane's Heroes returns for the sixth annual fundraiser for K9s on Saturday, August 1 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm at VFW Post 1963.
Everyone is invited to attend this fundraiser which will include live music, raffles, food and drinks. The proceeds will benefit retired police and military K9 dogs. When a military or law enforcement dog retires—often due to age, injury, or illness—all veterinary costs fall on their handler. K9 Hurricane’s Heroes is a 100% volunteer-run, federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to removing that financial burden. For more information, visit https://www.k9hurricanesheroes.org/.
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SICPD HOSTS NATIONAL
NIGHT OUT
Returning to Dealy Field on August 4
The community is invited to National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Dealy Field, 6108 Central Avenue. The Sea Isle City Police Department hosts this annual event which will include free balloon art, facepainting, games, inflatables and more. Attendees can meet members of the Sea Isle Police, EMT, Fire, Beach Patrol, and Cape May County SWAT. For more information on National Night Out, call call 609-263-4311, ext. 2313.
**Please note: the location change for 2026 - National Night Out will be held at Dealy Field (and NOT Excursion Park)
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SHOOTING STARS STAR SPANGLED BALL
Yacht Club Hosts Annual Dance
Shooting Stars are invited to a "Star Spangled Ball" at the Yacht Club of Sea Isle City on Monday, August 10 from 5:30 to 8:00 pm. Each Shooting Star player can bring two guests to enjoy food, fun and dance. This year's theme is red, white and blue, so feel free to wear your favorite patriotic outfits and accessories. The Ball is sponsored by Mike's Seafood Run/Walk for Autism and Paul and Carol Touhey.
RSVP to Mary Shields by emailing meshields5@gmail.com by Saturday, August 1.
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KIDS' SIZE TURTLE HATS NOW AVAILABLE
Support the SIC Environmental Commission
Sea Isle City's Environmental Commission is now selling kids' hats, which are available in white in one-size only for $20. Adult hats are also available in one-size in three different colors: green, blue and red for $20.
Limited sizes of the light pink short sleeve t-shirts can be purchased for $15. Available children's sizes are 2T, 4T, small, medium, and large. Available adult sizes that are still available are small, extra-large, 2x and 3x. All merchandise is for sale at the Welcome Center and each sale supports the Environmental Commission's conservation efforts.
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IAC ANNUAL NYC BUS TRIP
Tickets Available for December Trip
Join the Italian American Club for their annual trip to New York City on Wednesday, December 9. The bus will leave from Sea Isle City at 6:30 am and leave from Bryant Park in New York City at 6:30 pm. The cost for the trip is $55 for IAC members and $65 for non-members.
Contact Trish Jackson for tickets by texting or calling 609-846-3168. The trip will sell out, so please don't delay and book your trip today! For more information on IAC events, follow them on social media at www.facebook.com/ItalianamericanclubofSIC.
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BEAUTIFICATION AWARDS
Nominate a Property You Admire
Sea Isle City’s Environmental Commission is now accepting nominations for their 39th Annual Beautification Awards. Any Sea Isle City property (business or private home) that displays attractive landscaping and enhances the overall beauty and visual appearance of Sea Isle City may be nominated. Properties can be nominated by residents and visitors alike – or by property owners themselves.
To nominate a property, submit a completed nomination form to the Environmental Commission by August 31, 2026. Paper copies of this year’s nomination form are available at the Sea Isle City Welcome Center, Sea Isle City Community Center, and in the lobby of City Hall . Please submit paper nomination forms to the Sea Isle City Welcome Center. Digital nomination forms can be submitted online by visiting the “Environmental Commission” page at www.seaislecitynj.us (via the “Boards and Commissions” link at the bottom of the home page) -- or you can click the links below!
Areas to be judged must be visible from the sidewalk or the street. Judging will be done by members of the Sea Isle City Environmental Commission. Winners will receive a hand painted plaque and a gift certificate to a local nursery. The 2026 Beautification Awards will be presented on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at 12:00 (noon) on the Promenade at JFK Blvd.
For more info, please phone event organizer Dudley McGinty at 609-263-3537.
Click here for a Digital Nomination Form
Click here for a Paper Nomination Form
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BEACH TAG ART CONTEST
Calling All Young Artists
Children, up to age 17, are invited to participate in Sea Isle City’s 2027 Beach Tag Art Contest, which is now underway. During the contest, four unique designs will be chosen for Sea Isle’s 2027 beach tags (Seasonal, Winter Holiday, Saint Patrick’s Day, and Veterans). Each child who participates must choose one of the four categories, and they can submit only one piece of artwork based on that category. Submissions can contain no more than four colors.
All artwork must be submitted on an official contest template and accompanied by a contest entry form and a signed waiver, which can be found on the “Departments / Beach Tag” page at www.seaislecitynj.us, in the lobby of City Hall, and in the Sea Isle City Welcome Center. Entries can be mailed or hand-delivered to the Tax Collectors Office, City Hall, 2nd Floor, 233 JFK Boulevard, Sea Isle City, NJ 08243. All entries must be received by Friday, September 4, 2026. Winners will be announced during the September 22 City Council meeting. For more info, phone 609-263-4461, ext. 1214. Winners will be recognized at Community Day in May 2027.
For Entry Form and Template click here.
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BINGO
Play BINGO on Wednesday Nights
The Sea Isle City Italian American Club will host another “BINGO Nights” every Wednesday through August 26, inside the IAC Club House at 309 JFK Boulevard. Doors open at 6:00 PM, and the games begin at 6:30 PM. The cost is $35 for 10 games (additional packets of 10 games can be purchased for an additional $15). Cash prizes. Participants must be age 21 or older. Hot dogs and other snacks will be available for sale. For more info, follow the Italian American Club on Facebook.
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TRASH & RECYCLING COLLECTION
REMINDERS
Keep Sea Isle City Beautiful,
Put Trash In Its Place
The “Summer” Trash & Recycling Collection Schedule is now in effect, with two curbside collections each week on the following streets:
- 1st to 44th Street = Wednesdays & Saturdays
- 45th to 70th Street = Mondays & Thursdays
- 71st to 94th Street = Tuesdays & Fridays
Sea Isle City’s Trash & Recycling Drop-Off Area (aka: “The Depot”) is open 7-days a week (except some holidays), from 7:15 AM to 2:45 PM, for regular trash and recycling drop-offs. Bulk Trash is not accepted at The Depot. For more info about trash and recycling, please phone the DWP at 609-263-6000.
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DO YOU HAVE A QUESTION?
Would You Like To Speak
With a City Official?
If you have questions or concerns, there is no need to wait for an upcoming City Council meeting to express your thoughts. You can contact the head of any City Department to obtain the answers you need. For a complete list of contact information, visit our Municipal Website, www.seaislecitynj.us, or phone City Hall at 609-263-4461.
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