E-Newsletter: October 16, 2025

E-NEWSLETTER

From the City of Sea Isle City

October 16, 2025

MAYOR'S MESSAGE

In one of his many popular movies, Clint Eastwood famously asked the question: “Do you feel lucky?” After last weekend’s nor-easter – and the impact it could have had on our region – I think we can all count our lucky stars because the coastal storm we had seen coming and carefully planned for was not as severe as some forecasts predicted.

As often happens when a storm of this magnitude is rolling-up the coastline, our municipal offices (including the Mayor’s Office) receive a variety of phone calls from people who have questions about the pending storm – including where flooding might occur and if we have any insight about the storm’s impact. As we all know, staying informed with accurate information prior to any serious event can be the best away to avoid problems – and when it comes to foul weather, such as the nor-easter that impacted our community on Sunday and Monday, everyone can rest assured that we take storm readiness very seriously here in Sea Isle City, and our Office of Emergency Management, our first responders, and other municipal employees are dedicated to keeping everyone safe and well-informed prior to (and during) bad weather events.

CITY COUNCIL'S MESSAGE

Following Mayor Desiderio’s Report during the October 14 City Council Meeting, Sea Isle City Chief Financial Officer Jennifer McIver updated Council on the City’s recent “Best Practice Report,” which is part of the State of New Jersey’s Best Practice Inventory (an annual assessment for municipalities, managed by the NJ Division of Local Government Services, to evaluate fiscal and operational best practices). Because Sea Isle City did well on this year’s report, we will receive 100% of our annual State Aid Payment.

After Ms. McIver spoke, Ordinance 1725 was Introduced with First Reading. This ordinance was written to amend Sea Isle City’s Zoning Map, due to changes that have taken place over time, as identified by the city’s Master Plan as needing revision. Ordinance 1725 will have Second Reading and Public Hearing (and possible adoption) during the City Council meeting Wednesday, November 12.

PROJECT UPDATES

New Community Center

Promenade Improvements

Storm Sewer Improvements

New Lights at Excursion Park

Roadwork and More...

Read the Latest Project Updates

POLICE REPORT

The Sea Isle City Police Department is an

Accredited Agency with the New Jersey

State Association of Chiefs of Police

Read the SICPD's September 2025 Police Report

Follow the SICPD on Facebook

HALLOWEEN PARADE & DANCE PARTY

Don't Miss The Fun on

Friday Night, October 17

Sea Isle City’s annual Halloween Parade and Family Dance Party will take place on Friday, October 17, starting at 7:00 PM, hosted by the city’s Recreation Office. The Halloween Parade will run along Landis Avenue (45th to 40th Street), featuring ghoulish floats, decorated vehicles, live music and a variety of well-costumed participants. Immediately after the parade, the Halloween Dance Party will begin at Excursion Park, JFK Boulevard and Pleasure Avenue, where families can dance the night away as a DJ plays seasonal music. To learn more about the Halloween Parade or the Family Dance Party on October 17, please phone the Recreation Office at 609-263-0050.

HARVEST CLASSIC

Celebrate The Season During

Annual Autumn Festival on October 18

The Sea Isle City Chamber of Commerce & Revitalization will host their annual “Harvest Classic” festival on Saturday, October 18, 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 https://www.seaislechamber.com/) must be received by October 13. First prize is $100.

For more info about the Harvest Classic, the Scarecrow Contest, or the Pie Baking Contest, go to https://www.seaislechamber.com/ or phone the Chamber of Commerce at 609-263-9090.

DRUG TAKE BACK DAY

Rid Your Home of

Dangerous Medications

The Sea Isle City Police Department will host a Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, October 25, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the Lobby of City Hall, where the public can safely dispose of un-needed prescription medications. Held on the DEA’s National Drug Take Back Day, this event will ensure that all medications will be safely destroyed – and kept out of the hands of children and those who might abuse prescription drugs. An SICPD officer will be in the lobby to answer questions and assist people as they arrive with their medications – however, everyone is asked to please remove their names and personal information from medication labels before arriving at the Take-Back event. Unfortunately, liquid medications, intravenous solutions, vape devices with batteries, epi-pens, needles/syringes and other sharp instruments will not be accepted. For more information, please phone 609-263-4431, ext. 2300.

TRUNK-OR-TREAT

Annual Halloween Night Event Planned

In Library Parking Lot

Sea Isle City’s Division of Recreation will host their annual Trunk-or-Treat gathering on Halloween Night, October 31, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, in the Sea Isle City Library Parking Lot at 4800 Central Avenue . During this fun event, trick-or-treaters can stroll by an array of decorated vehicles to collect candy and treats.

Adult members of the community are invited to participate in this event by distributing treats from their cars or trucks. A prize will be given to the “Best Decorated Vehicle.” For safety reasons, all participating vehicles must be in place by 4:30 PM on October 31 and they will not be permitted to exit the Library Parking Lot until 7:00 PM. To register your vehicle or to learn more information, please phone the Recreation Office at 609-263-0050 or go the calendar page at www.VISITSICNJ.com.

TRICK-OR-TREAT TIMES

Dorr-to-Door Trick-or-Treating

On Halloween Night is 5 to 8 PM

Trick-or-Treating will take place in Sea Isle City on Halloween Night, Friday, October 31, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. Parents are reminded that children should wear brightly colored costumes, avoid wearing masks that could be a tripping hazard, and carry flashlights. Kids walking without parental supervision should walk in groups and follow a designated route that is approved by their parents or guardians – and everyone should cross carefully at cross walks only.

TRICK-OR-TREAT ROUTE

Handing-Out Candy From Home ?

Add Your Address To Our "Trick-or-Treat Route"

Sea Isle City residents and merchants who plan to distribute candy from their homes or businesses on Halloween Night can add their address to the Recreation Office’s “2024 Trick-or-Treat Route,” which will help families know where to find treats on October 31. The Trick-or-Treat Route will be posted on Facebook and on the front door of the Welcome Center on Halloween Day. To add an address to the Trick-or-Treat Route, please phone 609-263-0050 by 4:00 PM on October 30.

BINGO NIGHTS

Try Your Luck at BINGO!

The Sea Isle City Italian American Club invites the public to their monthly “BINGO” Nights inside the IAC Clubhouse at 309 JFK Boulevard on the following Wednesday evenings: November 19, and December 17. The doors will open at 6:00 PM and the games will begin at 6:30 PM. The cost is $35.00 per person for 10 Games (players can purchase additional packets of 10 games for $15.00). Cash prizes will be awarded to winners. Snacks and soft drinks will be sold. For more info, follow the IAC on Facebook.

BEACH CLEAN-UP DATA SHEETS

Volunteers Can Turn-In Data Sheets

at The Welcome Center

The Sea Isle City Environmental Commission would like to thank everyone who donated their time during Saturday’s Autumn Beach Clean-Up! We appreciate the volunteers who collected trash and debris from Sea Isle’s beaches and dunes – and those who planted dure grass, which helps keep our community’s shoreline strong and resilient! We are thankful for you all, and we hope to see you at our Spring Beach Clean-up in 2025!

Still Have Data Sheets? If you participated in Saturday’s Beach Clean-up and you still have the Data Sheet you were given to document what items you collected, please bring those sheets to the Welcome Center at your earliest convenience so we can send them to Clean Ocean Action in North Jersey, where they will be used to identify any possible pollution trends. Thanks again!

NO GAS AT OCEAN VIEW WAWA OR PARKWAY REST STOP

Plan Ahead If You Need Gas

For Your Vehicle!

The Wawa at Route 9 & Sea Isle Boulevard (in Ocean View) has temporarily closed their Fuel Service Pumps while new equipment is being installed. The work is expected to continue until mid- to late-November, and during that time fuel is not available to motorists. The Wawa market will remain open for business (inside) while work on the fuel pumps takes place.

Also, the Ocean View Service Plaza on the Garden State Parkway (aka: the Bruce Willis Service Plaza) has also temporarily closed their Fuel Service Pumps through the middle of December. During that time, there will be no fuel service outside, and no food, information, or restrooms inside the Bruce Willis Plaza while renovations take place.

HYDRANT FLUSHING

Seasonal Maintenance Ensures

Water Reliability

During the months of October and November, the Sea Isle City Water Department will flush-out the water distribution system through the city’s fire hydrants and exercising 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.

TRASH REMINDER

Keep Sea Isle City Beautiful,

Put Trash In Its Place

Regular Off-Season Bulk Trash Collections take place October thru April, with curbside collections on the following streets and days:

1st to 44th Street = 1stThursday of the Month
45th to 70th Street = 2nd Thursday of the Month
71st to 94th Street = 3rc Thursday of the Month
Brush = All Streets, 4th Thursday of the Month.

The “Winter” Trash & Recycling Collection Schedule is now underway, 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. Please Note: Bulk Trash is not accepted at The Depot.

INSTEAD OF BULK TRASH - CONSIDER HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Your Bulk Trash Items

Can Go A Long Way To Help Others

Habitat for Humanity of Cape May County will come to your home and collect gently used home goods that are in good working condition for their “ReStore” retail outlet (the proceeds of which will go directly toward homes being constructed in Cape May County). The pick-ups are free, and your donation will help keep items out of local landfills. You can also drop-off items at ReStore, located at 20 Court House / South Dennis Road in Cape May Court House, Monday thru Saturday, 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM. For more info, phone Habitat of Humanity of Cape May County at 609-465-1626, ext. 4 or visit www.habitatcapemaycounty.org

ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION BEACH TAGS

Limited Edition Beach Tags

Are Still Available

A 2026 Beach Tag has been created in honor of the Sea Isle City Environmental Commission. The tag features an image of Sea Isle City’s beloved Cottonwood Tree at 77th Street and the Bay, which is the tallest and one of the oldest trees in town. This limited-edition beach tag will be available for purchase while supplies last at the Pre-Season Rate of $25 at the Tax Office on the second floor of City Hall from (Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM) and in the Beach Tag Vending Machine in the Lobby of City Hall (accessible 24/7). The Environmental Commission Beach Tag will serve as a regular beach pass for the 2026 season – and it is a “must have” for every beach tag collection! For more info about beach tags, please phone the Welcome Center at 609-263-8687, or go to the “Beach / Beach Tag” page at www.VisitSICNJ.com.

EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

There's Always Something Fun To Do

In Sea Isle City!

Sea Isle City's Calendar of Events

Recreation Programs & Fitness Classes

Recreation's Facebook Page

Tourism's Facebook Page

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

The People Of Our Community

Make Sea Isle City Special

Sea Isle City is home to numerous clubs, committees, boards and commissions. Click the links below for information about these groups...

Clubs & Civic Organizations

Committees, Boards & Commissions

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.