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E-NEWSLETTER
From the City of Sea Isle City
October 5, 2023
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Last week, during the September 26 City Council meeting, I had the honor of announcing the winners of this year’s Beach Tag Art Contest, which took place during the recent summer season. We had 137 terrific entries in the competition, and ultimately four eye-catching designs were chosen to grace our 2024 beach tags.
The winners of this year’s Beach Tag Art Contest are: Layla Baer, of Havertown, PA, who drew a very attractive image of our Promenade’s gazebo that will appear on next year’s Seasonal Beach Tag; Aubrey Lynch, of Huntington Valley, PA, who’s charming leprechaun will have everyone feeling the “Luck of the Irish” when they purchase a 2024 Saint Patrick’s Day tag; Kayla Hesketh, of Havertown, PA, who displayed her patriotism by creating a red-white-and blue design for next year’s Veterans tag; and Sulless Wagner, of Lancaster, PA, who drew a cheerful turtle wearing a Santa’s cap, which will appear on our 2024 Holiday Beach Tag.
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CLICK HERE To See The Winning Designs
From The Mayor's Beach Tag Art Contest
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At the start of the September 26 City Council meeting, Mayor Desiderio announced the winners of this year’s Beach Tag Art Contest, and he also revealed the designs that will appear on Sea Isle City’s 2024 beach tags. Our congratulations go to each of the artists who created winning designs, and our thanks go to all of the youngsters who submitted entries in the contest.
Also on September 26, Ordinance 1705 was introduced with First Reading. This ordinance was written to increase the cost of Sea Isle City’s beach tags by $5 (for daily, weekly and seasonal tags). Ordinance 1705 will have Second Reading and Public Hearing (and possible adoption) during the October 24 City Council meeting.
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AUTUMN BEACH CLEAN-UP CANCELLED
The Next Clean-Up Event
Will Take Place In The Spring
The Sea Isle City Environmental Commission has CANCELLED this year’s Autumn Beach Clean-Up, which was scheduled to take place on October 14.
If you are community-minded and want to help Sea Isle City’s beaches, look for the Environmental Commission’s next Beach Clean-Up in the Spring of 2024! In the meantime, don't forget to put litter in its place!
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HALLOWEEN PARADE & DANCE PARTY
Mark Your Calendar For This Year's
"Spooky Strut" On October 20
Sea Isle City’s 2023 Halloween Parade will take place on Friday, October 20, starting at 7:00 PM, along Landis Avenue (45th Street to JFK Boulevard). Spectators will enjoy live music, floats, strolling entertainers and a variety of costumed participants.
Immediately after the Parade, the Recreation Office will host a free Halloween Family Dance Party at Excursion Park, where a DJ will spin popular seasonal tunes for all to enjoy!
If You Love Halloween,
Consider Entering the Parade!
Sea Isle City’s Recreation Office invites families, civic organizations, private groups, businesses, and individuals to appear in this year’s Halloween Parade. Prizes will be awarded to participants in several categories. Parade Entry Forms are available at the Dealy Field Rec Office, the Welcome Center and at www.VISITSICNJ.com. Phone 609-263-0050 for more details.
CLICK HERE for a Parade Entry Form
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QUIZZO NIGHT
Enjoy An Evening of Questions & Answers
On October 13
Saint Joseph Church invites the community to play Quizzo on Friday, October 13, in the Parish Life Center Auditorium, located at 44th Street and Central Avenue. The doors will open at 6:00 PM, and the trivia questions will begin at 6:30 PM. Tickets are $10 each (tickets available at the door only). Prizes will go to the winning team. Complimentary pizza will be served. This is BYOB event. For more info, please phone the Parish Office at 609-263-8696.
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BINGO NIGHT
The Community Is Invited To
Play BINGO on October 18
The members of Sea Isle City’s Italian American Club will host a BINGO Night on Wednesday, October 18, inside their clubhouse at 309 JFK Boulevard. The doors will open at 6:00 PM and the games begin at 6:30 PM. Tickets cost $35 (for 10 games), and players can also purchase additional packets of 10 games for $15. Tickets are available at the door only, and space is limited. Winners will receive cash prizes. Hot dogs and other snacks will be available. You must be 21 or older to attend. For more info, please phone Mark at 609-425-1835 or visit the Italian American Club’s Facebook Page.
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PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT
Attention:
Pickleball Enthusiasts!
Sea Isle City’s 2nd Annual Fall Social Pickleball Tournament will take place at the Marina Courts along 42nd Place on Saturday, October 21, starting at 9:00 AM (rain date October 22). Pickleball “Peeps” and “Pros” are welcome to participate. The entry fee is $80 per team, with two matches guaranteed. Medals will be awarded to the first, second and third place teams. For more info, phone 484-263-0960 or email info@universalrackets.com.
To register, go to www.sictennispickleball.com.
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HARVEST CLASSIC
A Variety of Family-Friendly Events
Will Be Offered On October 21
The Chamber of Commerce will host their annual “Harvest Classic” on Saturday, October 21, starting at 10:00 AM. This event will feature a variety of family-friendly activities, including pumpkin painting, a pie baking contest, live music, vendors, a surfing competition and more. The Rain Date for the Harvest Classic is October 22. For more information, please phone 609-263-9090.
CLICK HERE for the Harvest Classic Web Page
CLICK HERE for a Pie Baking Contest Entry Form
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HALLOWEEN NIGHT
Trunk-or-Treat
Has a New Location This Year
Sea Isle City’s Recreation Office will host a Trunk-or-Treat event on Halloween Night, October 31, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, in the Library Parking Lot at 4800 Central Avenue (please note the new location for 2023, which has better lighting). During Trunk-or-Treat, children will walk from vehicle-to-vehicle collecting candy and treats. Members of the community are invited to participate 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. For more information, please phone 609-263-0050 or go the event's "calendar" page at www.VISITSICNJ.com.
Add Your Address to Our
Trick-or-Treat Route
Homeowners and businesses who plan to distribute candy from their front doors can add their addresses to the Recreation Office’s “2023 Trick-or-Treat Route,” which will help families know where to find treats on Halloween Night. The Trick-ot-Treat Route will be posted on Facebook and will also be available in paper format at the Dealy Field Rec Office and the Welcome Center. To add your address to the Trick-or-Treat Route, please phone 609-263-0050 by 4:00 PM on October 30.
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HYDRANT FLUSHING
Regular Maintenance Of Our Water System
Ensures Reliability
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 of 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. 11) or email: dteefyjr@seaislecitynj.us.
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AN ALTERNATIVE TO BULK TRASH
Habitat For Humanity Picks-Up Items
From Your Home
Habitat for Humanity of Cape May County will come to your home and collect gently used furniture and other 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. Habitat for Humanity is an ecumenical Christian ministry that builds with people in need, regardless of race or religion. For more info, phone Habitat of Humanity of Cape May County at 609-465-1626, ext. 4 or visit www.habitatcapemaycounty.org .
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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Sea Isle City Is An Active Community
Sea Isle City is home to many clubs, civic organizations, boards and commissions. Click the links below for more information about these groups...
Clubs and Organizations
Boards and Commissions
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NATIONAL DRUG TAKE-BACK DAY
Mark Your Calendar
The Sea Isle City Police Department will participate in the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency’s National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, October 28, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, when the public can safely and anonymously dispose of unwanted or unneeded prescription medications in the lobby of City Hall (Police Headquarters), 233 JFK Boulevard.
No liquid medications or sharp objects will be accepted, and all names should be removed from prescription labels to protect your privacy. Vape pens and other e-cigarette devices will also be accepted for safe disposal – however all batteries must be removed prior to drop-off. The SICPD will ensure that all collected items are properly destroyed, so these harmful medications cannot get into the wrong hands. For more information, please phone 609-263-4311.
If you can't be there on October 28, the SICPD has a secure Prescription Medicine Drop-Box in the Lobby of City Hall that is accessible 24-hours a day.
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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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RECENT PHOTOS
Have You Seen
What's Been Happening?
On September 21, the 2023 “Run for the Fallen” passed through Sea Isle City in honor of New Jersey residents who died while serving in our nation’s military. The athletes who participated in the event were active-duty military members, who stopped at numerous “Hero Markers” along Landis Avenue and JFK Boulevard, where they paid tribute to individual warriors with a salute and words of remembrance. Sea Isle City was also honored to have several Gold Star Families in town that day.
CLICK HERE for Photos of the Run for the Fallen
CLICK HERE for Other Recent Photos
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