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E-NEWSLETTER
From the City of Sea Isle City
October 1, 2026
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The nor’easter we just experienced was one of the most severe storm events in our region over the past decade, as we suffered through several tide cycles with moderate to major flooding over the course of multiple days. I want to thank everyone who heeded our calls to stay off the roads and avoid driving through flooded areas. I also want to thank our city staff who responded during this storm, and who have already made great progress in cleaning up our city. Our trash collection crews have been working daily to collect any debris our property owners place curbside, and we’ll continue with the clean-up until it’s complete. I ask everyone to be patient as we work to get our city back in shape.
All things considered, our city fared well. Today, I toured the beaches with Congressman Jeff Van Drew, NJ Senator Michael Testa, and other federal and state officials, to assess the effects of the nor’easter. While we suffered erosion, our entire dune system remains intact. We did have some erosion at the base of the dunes in a few areas at the south end between around 75th and 90th Street, but it was not severe. Overall, the beach did its job protecting our island and our properties from the storm surge during this entire event. I want to thank the congressman for all his efforts in securing beach replenishment for Sea Isle City and New Jersey, and for personally reviewing conditions here in Sea Isle City; and thanks to Senator Testa for his commitment to South Jersey. Attached is a link to a “Minute with the Mayor” video of today’s tour (https://www.facebook.com/reel/1628531058660723).
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At the September 22 council meeting, Mayor Desiderio spoke about the nor’easter that was approaching our region (and has since passed). As the mayor reported in his message today, the city is in the process of cleanup from the effects of the storm, and our beaches fared pretty well - with some erosion but no significant loss of dunes. At the council meeting, the mayor also reported on the city’s plans to provide for a handicapped accessible slip at the city marina; and announced the winners of the 2027 Beach Tag Art Contest: Holiday Tag – Regan Cunningham; Saint Patrick’s Day Tag – Murphy Reilley; Veteran’s Tag – Brielle Davis; Seasonal Tag – Savannah Wagner.
The mayor also made a special presentation to the VFW Post 1963’s Auxiliary, honoring them for all their efforts in support of our veterans.
Before concluding his remarks, the mayor read a letter from Lewis D’Agostino, the young man who had been previously appointed as “Mayor for the Day” on August 25th.
Each of the resolutions on the consent agenda were approved, including…
- Resolution 134, which authorized the approval of vouchers.
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Resolution 135, which authorized the award of a contract to Allied Painting, Inc. of Williamstown New Jersey in the amount of $299,600 for the refurbishment of the water system aerators at our 40th and 55th Street water treatment facilities. The aerators are part of the treatment process for Sea Isle’s drinking water that is drawn from aquifers 800 feet deep in the ground.
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KIDS' AND ADULT ART CLUBS
Let Your Creativity Shine
Sea Isle City Recreation now has two new free craft clubs which meet in the Community Center’s art room:
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"Craft Club" for children in 4th to 8th grades meets weekly on Tuesdays from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM. The club's activities will include paper crafts, making bracelets, painting and much more! All materials will be provided to create your masterpieces!
- “Craft and Connect” for adults weekly on Fridays from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This is a self-led club for creative minded adults to come together and craft amongst one another and share ideas. Please bring your latest project to work on along with your creative imagination!
There are no fees to join the fun, but pre-registration is required for both clubs, please visit https://seaislerec.recdesk.com/Community/Program to sign up! For more information on the craft clubs, call the Recreation staff at 609-263-0050.
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PHOTO CONTEST FOR 40 YEARS OF TURTLE SHIRTS!
Enter to Win 2027 Shirts
The Environmental Commission is celebrating 40 years of turtle t-shirts with a photo contest open to families of all ages and runs through May 31, 2027. Entrants can submit digital, print or copies of family photos containing turtle t-shirts throughout the past 40 years. Please bring in person submissions to the Welcome Center in an envelope with your name and phone number. Digital photos can be emailed to sbeyel@seaislecitynj.us with your name & phone number. All photo submissions must be received on/before May 31, 2027. By submitting photos, the applicant agrees to give permission to the City of Sea Isle City to reuse or share the photos digitally or in print. The family who submits the most photos wins the contest. For more information, call 609-263-2081.
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STREET SWEEPING
Starts October 6
The Department of Public Works will begin City-wide Street Sweeping Operations beginning October 6 and running through November 9, weather permitting. To help the DPW crew sweep as much debris from our streets as possible, we respectfully ask residents and visitors to avoid parking vehicles on the curb during weekdays – and in particular on:
- Tuesdays: North-end 2nd Street to 44th Street
- Wednesdays: Mid-town 45th Street to 70th Street
- Thursdays: South-end 71st Street to 94th Street
PLEASE NOTE: During this important effort, the DPW will attempt to sweep every street in Sea Isle. However, there is no way to determine in advance exactly what street will be swept on any given day – hence, we can only give generalities (ex: the North-end on Tuesdays, Mid-town on Wednesdays, etc.). Because unexpected mechanical problems can arise with complicated equipment such as our street sweeper and extreme weather can also interrupt sweeping operations, we ask for everyone’s patience during this process. Please keep in mind that you may see our Street Sweeper in operation any day of the week; however, we ask people to pay special attention to the schedule listed above.
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FALL BEACH CLEAN UP
Help Keep Sea Isle City Beaches Beautiful
The Department of Public Works will begin City-wide Street Sweeping Operations beginning October 6 and running through November 9, weather permitting. To help the DPW crew sweep as much debris from our streets as possible, we respectfully ask residents and visitors to avoid parking vehicles on the curb during weekdays – and in particular on:
- Tuesdays: North-end 2nd Street to 44th Street
- Wednesdays: Mid-town 45th Street to 70th Street
- Thursdays: South-end 71st Street to 94th Street
PLEASE NOTE: During this important effort, the DPW will attempt to sweep every street in Sea Isle. However, there is no way to determine in advance exactly what street will be swept on any given day – hence, we can only give generalities (ex: the North-end on Tuesdays, Mid-town on Wednesdays, etc.). Because unexpected mechanical problems can arise with complicated equipment such as our street sweeper and extreme weather can also interrupt sweeping operations, we ask for everyone’s patience during this process. Please keep in mind that you may see our Street Sweeper in operation any day of the week; however, we ask people to pay special attention to the schedule listed above.
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ENJOY COFFEE WITH THE COPS AND LEARN TO RECOGNIZE SCAMS
The community is invited to “Coffee with Cops” on Thursday, October 15 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM in the Community Center. This program is presented by the Sea Isle City Police Department and the 1st Bank of Sea Isle City. While enjoying free coffee and donuts, attendees can meet and chat with SIC Police officers and learning valuable information from the 1st Bank of Sea Isle City about recognizing and protecting themselves from scams. Tips will be shared to protect your personal information, your money, and yourself from scams before it’s too late. For more information call 609-263-4416 Ext. 1245.
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BOOK CLUB
Meet Monthly to Discuss Chosen Book
The Book Club’s monthly meeting is Thursday, October 15 at 4:00 PM discussing the book “Theo of Golden” by Allen Levi. The readers will discuss this book, and select the book they will discuss at the next meeting on Thursday, November 19. There is currently a waitlist to join the book club, if you know you cannot attend the monthly meeting please call the Recreation Office at 609-263-0050 so your spot will open for someone else!
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CALLING ALL GHOSTS AND GHOULS FOR HALLOWEEN PARADE
Monsterously Fun for the Whole Family
Sea Isle City Recreation’s annual Halloween Parade returns on Friday, October 16 at 7:00 PM. Join the fun by becoming a participant by walking or riding on a float in the parade! Interested participants can access the parade application by clicking here. Parade applications are due by Wednesday, October 14. Parade applications can be brought into the Community Center, emailed to sgarreffi@seaislecitynj.us or mailed to: Sea Isle City Recreation, 4500 Central Avenue, Sea Isle City, NJ 08243.
Parade Route: Begins at 45th Street and Landis Avenue and proceeds North down Landis Avenue, ending at Excursion Park for the dance party! Parade Check-in is at 6:30 PM at 45th Street and Landis Avenue. Dance party follows the parade at Excursion Park. For more information call 609-263-0050.
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HARVEST CLASSIC
Chamber of Commerce Will Host Autumn Celebration on October 17
The Sea Isle City Chamber of Commerce & Revitalization will host their annual “Harvest Classic” festival on Saturday, October 17, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Excursion Park, where families can enjoy pumpkin decorating and other children’s activities, hayrides on the beach (beach conditions permitting), live music, a vendors market, and more.
There will also be a Harvest Classic Scarecrow Contest at participating businesses and organizations throughout town – and festival participants are invited to vote for their favorite scarecrow during the festival.
To add to the fun, the Chamber is once again hosting their annual Pie Baking Contest on the morning of the festival at Coastal Chophouse, 4001 Landis Avenue, where judges will choose the best dessert pies. Pie Contest entry forms (available at www.seaislechamber.com) must be received by October 12. First prize is $100.
For more information about the Harvest Classic, the Scarecrow Contest, or the Pie Baking Contest, go to www.seaislechamber.com or phone the Chamber of Commerce at 609-263-9090.
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MURDER MYSTERY SHOW
"FRANKEN-MURDER"
Get into the Spooky Spirit
On Saturday, October 17 at 2:00 PM the Riddlesbrood Traveling Touring Theater Company is coming to the Sea Isle City Community Center with a hilarious adaptation of Mary Shelly’s classic tale. Join Doctor Frankenstein and Igor as they “dig up” clues in his spooky mystery, which promises to tickle your funny bone as you try to crack the case. Tickets are only $5 and can be paid for here: https://seaislerec.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=320. For more information, call the Tourism Office at 609-263-8687.
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HALLOWEEN PET COSTUME CONTEST
Costumed Furry Friends Photos
Sea Isle City Recreation is celebrating Halloween with a Pet Costume Contest. All pets are welcome whether they walk, fly, slither, or hop. The contest categories are cutest, funniest, scariest, and most creative. The contest runs October 1 through October 29, with the judging taking place on Thursday, October 29. To enter the contest, email your costume pet photos to Liza at lpellini@seaislecitynj.us. Please include your pet's name in the email! Winners will be contacted by email, and pet photos will be shared on the Recreation Facebook. For more information call 609-263-0050.
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CHILDREN'S AUTHOR VISITING LIBRARY
Meet Trinka Hakes Noble
Families are invited on Monday, October 19 to the Sea Isle City Library for a visit from the children’s author and illustrator, Trinka Hakes Noble starting at 5:00 PM. Trinka enjoys her time writing and drawing in her New Jersey studio and traveling the country. Attendees can meet Trinka and browse her collection of 33 books. At 5:45 PM she will share her tales from the young American series along with other delightful stories. Attendees can purchase her hardcover books for $15 each with cash or check. For more information on the event contact the library by calling 609-263-2992. To learn more about the author, visit Trinka’s website here: www.trinkahakesnoble.com.
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TRUNK OR TREAT
New Location For 2026
Sea Isle City Division of Recreation is sponsoring Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 31 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Community Center’s parking lot. Everyone is welcome to come out and distribute candy from their car trunks or open tailgates and to decorate your vehicle in the theme of your choosing! Prizes will be awarded to the best decorated cars at the end of the event. Children and their families will enjoy treats, candy and prizes. Sign up your vehicle by October 30 at noon by calling 609-263-0050. For safety reasons, cars must be parked by 4:30 PM, and then remain parked until 7:00 PM. No Vehicles will be allowed to enter after the start of the event.
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TRICK OR TREAT
Homes Handing Out Candy Halloween Night
Traditional door-to-door trick-or-treating in Sea Isle City takes place on Halloween Night, October 31, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Please register your house by calling 609-263-0050, if you plan to give out candy on Halloween night to the trick or treaters. The Recreation staff will add your address to a Map Route for Trick or Treaters to follow! Trick or Treaters will be able to pick up a map at the Community Center or Welcome Center.
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FALL HYDRANT FLUSHING
Routine Fire Hydrant Maintenance
During the months of October and November, the Sea Isle City Water Department will be flushing-out the water distribution system through the fire hydrants and exercise water valves throughout town. Semi-annual hydrant flushing is required to ensure that hydrants and the water distribution systems are functioning properly and can provide the proper drinking water quality (thus providing adequate water flow when needed). This is also a requirement for the Water Quality Accountability Act. If a hydrant is being flushed near your home or business, we encourage you to avoid using washing machines, dishwashers or other water using devices during flushing operations. Residents can expect very little disruption in their water service - if any. However, low water pressure and possible water discoloration may occur. In the event of discoloration, simply allow water to run from the tap for a short while until clear. These conditions are not harmful and are usually short term. For additional info, phone 609-263-6000 (ext. 3011) or email: dteefyjr@seaislecitynj.us.
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ELECTION VOTING LOCATION CHANGES
All Polling Districts Now in Community Center
Starting on November 3, 2026 (General Election) all Sea Isle City Polling Districts (Districts 1, 2, 3 &4) will be in the Community Center at 4500 Central Avenue.
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TRASH & RECYCLING COLLECTION
REMINDERS
Keep Sea Isle City Beautiful,
Put Trash In Its Place
The “Winter” Trash & Recycling Collection Schedule is now in effect, with one curbside collection each week on the following streets:
- 1st to 44th Street = Wednesdays
- 45th to 70th Street = Mondays
- 71st to 94th Street = Tuesdays
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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