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E-NEWSLETTER
From the City of Sea Isle City
June 15, 2023
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I begin this message by once again offering my congratulations to the members of the Sea Isle City Police Department, who recently received confirmation that they are maintaining their accreditation status with the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police. This important milestone marks the fourth consecutive time the SICPD has successfully passed the accreditation inspection process – and they should be very proud of the hard work they have performed.
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At the start of the June 13 City Council meeting, Mayor Desiderio announced that the Sea Isle City Police Department had recently renewed their accreditation with the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police. City Council congratulates all our police officers on this achievement – and we thank them for continually maintaining high standards that benefit our entire community.
Also on June 13, City Council adopted Ordinance 1698 following Second Reading and Public Hearing. This ordinance was written to amend Sea Isle City’s “Flood Damage Prevention” ordinance and will ensure that Sea Isle City maintains Class 3 Status in FEMA’s Community Rating System.
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LIFEGUARDS ON DUTY
Never Enter The Water Unless
A Lifeguard Is Present
As the summer season unfolds, more and more beaches will have lifeguards on duty. To learn the locations and times of guarded beaches this summer, please go to www.SICBP.com and click the “Beach Info” link on the home page, then click “Street Location of Lifeguard Stands” – or phone Beach Patrol Headquarters at 609-263-3655. Lifeguards will be on duty on select beaches from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday to Friday, and from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM on Saturday and Sunday (unless otherwise indicated).
CLICK HERE for A List of Guarded Beaches and Dates
Beach Warning Flags:
Look for the colored flags attached to the Lifeguard Stands on Guarded Beaches, which indicate surf conditions...
GREEN = Low Hazard (calm conditions, exercise caution)
YELLOW = Medium Hazard (moderate surf and/or currents)
RED = High Hazard or Water Closed To Public (high surf and/or strong currents)
PURPLE = Dangerous Marine Life
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SKIMMER FESTIVAL WEEKEND
Join The Fun This Weekend
Saturday, June 17:
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Seaside Vendors Market on the Promenade (north and south of JFK Blvd): 9 AM to 4 PM.
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Food Court on JFK Boulevard: 9 AM to 4 PM.
- Free Amusement Rides at Excursion Park: 10 AM to 4 PM
- Free Face Painting, Photo Booth, Art Bar, Live Music and more at Excursion Park: 10 AM to 3 PM.
Sunday, June 18 (Father's Day):
- Antique Auto Show on the Promenade north of JFK Blvd: 9 AM to 1 PM.
- Live Music on the Promenade at JFK: 10 AM to 12 noon.
- Auto Show Award Ceremony: 1 PM
- Antique Auto Parade: 1:30 PM. Vehicles from the Auto Show will exit the Promenade at 44th Street, travel south on Pleasure Avenue to 93rd Street, then continue north on Landis Avenue from 93rd Street to JFK Boulevard.
For more info, phone the Tourism Office at 609-263-8687, go to www.VISITSICNJ.com, or stop-by the Welcome Center.
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BOOK SIGNING EVENT
Meet The Author of "No Greater Love" at
The Book Nook on Saturday
Due to the popularity of “No Greater Love” (the book about Michael Crescenz, the only Philadelphian to receive the Medal of Honor during the Vietnam War), there will be a second book signing / meet-and-greet with the author in Sea Isle City, which will start at 10:00 AM on Saturday, June 17 (Skimmer Festival Saturday) at The Book Nook, located in the Shops at the Spinnaker, 3700 Boardwalk (South Tower). During this event, the public can meet co-author Kevin Ferris as well as Joe Crescenz (Michael’s younger brother), who will discuss Michael’s life growing-up in Philly, his time at Cardinal Dougherty H.S., his family’s home in Sea Isle City, and his heroic efforts to save the lives of his fellow soldiers. For more info, please phone 609-263-1311.
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BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTS
Team Registration Is Underway
For Summer Tournaments
Sea Isle City’s Division of Recreation will host three Men’s Basketball Tournaments this summer at the JFK Basketball Courts...
- Steve Libro Mens Basketball Tournament: Saturday, June 24, 2023
- Bill Liddell Mens Basketball Tournament: Saturday, July 8, 2023
The start time for each tournament is 9:00 AM. Teams are limited to a max of eight (8) players, with a maximum of twelve teams allowed in each tournament. The entry fee for these 5-on-5, double elimination competitions is $150 per team. Each player will receive a team jersey, and prizes will go to the winning teams. Teams can register at www.seaislerec.recdesk.com. For more details, please phone the Recreation Office at 609-263-0050.
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FASHION SHOW
See The Latest Summer Fashions
On June 22
The Sea Isle City Chamber of Commerce & Revitalization will host a Fashion Show at Beachwood at The Dunes, 8600 Landis Avenue, on June 22. Doors open at 5:00 PM; the Fashion Show begins at 6:00 PM. This free event will highlight some of the season’s best looks, which are available at local shops. Audience members will enjoy a night of fashion, cocktails (cash bar), and door prizes. To register, go to www.seaislechamber.com. For more info, phone. 609-263-9090.
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SARA THE TURTLE FESTIVAL
Family-Friendly Environmental Festival
On June 27
Sea Isle City’s Division of Tourism will host their Sara the Turtle Festival on Tuesday, June 27, 7:00 to 9:00 PM, at Excursion Park. The Sara the Turtle Festival will feature a hands-on Wildlife Display (with live animals), as well as environmental exhibits by the Wetlands Institutes, the Marine Mammal Stranding Center, Sea Isle City’s Environmental Commission, the Beachcomber Guides, and Sea Isle Terrapin Rescue. There will also be a “Diaper Derby” Baby Crawling Contest, face painters, a bounce house, and strolling entertainers. At 8:00 PM, “The Turtlesingers” will delight children with an entertaining and educational musical presentation that will include live turtles. For more info about this free event, phone 609-263-8687.
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CITY GOVERNMENT RE-ORGANIZATION
Swearing-In Ceremony on July 1
Following their successful re-elections in May, Mayor Leonard Desiderio and City Council Members Bill Kehner and Frank Edwardi will take their oaths of office during City Council’s Reorganization Meeting at 12 noon on Saturday, July 1, at the Excursion Park Bark Band Shell, JFK Boulevard and Pleasure Avenue. In the event of inclement weather, the meeting will be held in Council Chambers on the third floor of City Hall, 233 JFK Boulevard. The public is invited to attend.
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BEACH CLEAN-UP REPORT
Environmental Commission Reveals
What Was Found On Our Beaches
The Sea Isle City Environmental Commission has issued a report that details their 2023 Spring Beach Clean-Up, which lists the variety of items that were found on Sea Isle’s beaches and dunes during the event.
CLICK HERE for the Spring Beach Clean-Up Report
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TURTLES CROSSING
Please Drive Carefully
Please drive slowly and be on the look-out for Diamondback Terrapin Turtles as they cross our busy roads in search of nesting locations. If you see a turtle crossing the street and you want to assist her, please help her continue in the direction she is headed if you are able – BUT ALWAYS THINK “SAFETY FIRST” and use caution whenever you step into the street.
Please don't stand over turtles taking photos while they are nesting...this may frighten the turtle and they'll walk away.
What to do if you see an injured turtle: Please call Susan or Steve Ahern, of Sea Isle Terrapin Rescue, at 609-263-7358. If the Aherns are not available, please follow the instructions on their answering machine.
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MUSEUM EXTENDS SUMMER HOURS
Saturday Hours Added
Starting June 26, the Sea Isle City Historical Museum will begin their summer hours of operation, during which the museum will be open to the public on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Also, from July 1 through August 26, the museum will be open on Saturday mornings from 10:00 AM to 12 noon. The Historical Museum is located on the first floor of the Sea Isle City Library at 4800 Central Avenue, and it is filled with thousands of photos and artifacts from Sea Isle City’s past. For more information about the Historical Museum, go to http://seaislemuseum.com, phone (609)263-2992 or email seaislemuseum@gmail.com.
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PLEASE KEEP OFF THE DUNES
Dunes Are Precious,
Please Stay On Beach Pathways
Please do not walk on the dunes or disturb dune vegetation in any way. The dunes are important structures that help protect our island, and there is a fine for trespassing on the dunes or damaging dune plants. So, please remind your children and house guests to stay off the dunes – and help keep our shoreline strong!
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EVENT CANCELLATION ALERTS
Don't Get Caught In The Rain
Anyone can sign-up for event cancellation text messages and email alerts by going to the City’s Visitors Website, www.VISITSICNJ.com, and clicking the “Rained Out” link on the home page. Once signed-up, you will receive alerts whenever a local concert, festival or other outdoor City event has been cancelled or postponed.
CLICK HERE to Register for Event Cancellation Alerts
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BEACH TAG ART CONTEST
Kids Are Invited To
Display Their Artistic Skills
Children, up to age 17, are invited to participate in Mayor Desiderio’s Beach Tag Art Contest, which is now underway. During the contest, four unique designs will be chosen for Sea Isle’s 2024 beach tags. All artwork must be submitted on an official contest template and accompanied by a contest entry form and a signed waiver. All entries must be received by September 1, 2023.
CLICK HERE for More Info About the Art Contest
CLICK HERE for a Contest Entry Form & Template
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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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