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E-NEWSLETTER
From the City of Sea Isle City
APRIL 18, 2024
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As you may have heard, yesterday a local school bus caught on fire on the Garden State Parkway while traveling southbound from the Ocean City Intermediate School with ten Sea Isle City students onboard. I am very happy to report that each of the students and the bus driver exited the bus without any injuries prior to it becoming fully engulfed in flames.
Obviously, as both a parent and a member of this community, it was terrifying to hear the initial reports of a local school bus burning on the side of the road – and when I learned that there were no injuries, I felt a tremendous sense of relief. Afterwards, I was very impressed and grateful to learn about the swift action that some of the children displayed as they noticed the smell of smoke and then assisted their fellow students off the bus – including one student who had the presence of mind to phone 9-1-1 right away. I was also told that the bus driver responded quickly and followed all the proper procedures during that scary situation, and I am extremely grateful for her actions as well.
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At the start of the April 9 City Council meeting, Business Administrator George Savastano updated Council on the progress of the beach replenishment and other projects currently taking place in Sea Isle City. The public can find updates regarding beach closures during the beach replenishment project on the home page of www.seaislecitynj.us .
Each of the resolutions on the April 9 Consent Agenda was approved, including…
- Resolution 061, which authorized a BINGO Application for the Sea Isle City Italian American Club.
- Resolution 064, which authorized a labor contract between the City and the Fraternal Order of Police (Lodge 7, Sergeants) through December 31, 2028.
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THE SICBP IS HIRING
Lifeguarding Is More Than Just A Job,
It's A Way To Serve Your Community
The Sea Isle City Beach Patrol is hiring lifeguards for the summer of 2024. In addition to being a wonderful job that allows you to serve your community, working as a lifeguard is also a great way to make memories and friendships that last a lifetime. The starting salary is $17.50 per hour / $140 per day. Lifeguards must be age 16 or older. To learn how you can join the ranks of the SICBP, go to www.sicbp.com and click the “Employment” tab on the home page, and then click “Test for Prospective Lifeguards.”
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BULK TRASH REMINDER
Citywide Bulk Trash Collection In May
Sea Isle City’s annual Spring Citywide Bulk Trash Collection will take place on May 9 – so please ensure all unwanted bulk items are on the curb in front of your home by 6:00 AM on May 9. Afterwards, monthly Bulk Trash collections will resume in October. Please remember that there are no bulk trash collections in Sea Isle City during the summer season.
Light Metals also be collected curbside during the Citywide Bulk Trash Collection time period; however, they will be collected separately – so please be patient if some items are temporarily left on your curb during the collection process.
Important Reminder About Paint & Hazardous Waste: Paint and hazardous materials will NOT be collected during curbside pick-ups. To learn how to dispose of paint and hazardous items, please contact the Cape May County MUA at 609-861-2950.
CLICK HERE for the Trash & Recycling Home Page
CLICK HERE for the Public Works Home Page
CLICK HERE for Sea Isle's Sustainable Jersey Page
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GIRLS WEEKEND
Special Deals & Jitney Service
Will Be Offered This Weekend
The Sea Isle City Chamber of Commerce and Revitalization will host their annual Spring Girls Weekend from Friday, April 19, to Sunday, April 21, featuring special offers and discounts at participating businesses throughout Sea Isle City. Girls Weekend is an ideal time for ladies to shop, dine, play and celebrate before the summer arrives. For more information, please go to https://www.seaislechamber.com/ .
Girls Weekend Jitneys: Jitney service will be available to the public on Saturday, April 20, from 5:00 PM to 2:00 AM, along Landis Avenue, 29th to 94th Street. Jitney drivers will also make stops upon request at Fish Alley, 42nd and Park Road. The fee to ride the Jitney (one direction) is $2 from 4:00 to 11:00 PM and $4 from 11:00 PM to 3:00 AM.
CLICK HERE for a List of Girls Weekend Deals
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QUIZZO NIGHT
Enjoy An Evening Of
Questions & Answers On April 19
The members of Saint Joseph Church Parish Council invite the community to “Quizzo Night” on Friday, April 19, in the Parish Life Center Auditorium at 44th Street and Central Avenue. Tickets cost $10 each and are available at the door only. Doors open at 6:00 PM, complimentary pizza will be served at 6:30 PM, and the trivia games will begin at 7:00 PM. This is a BYOB and BYOA (appetizer) event; and plenty of free parking is available. For more information, please phone the Parish Office at 609-263-8696.
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ARBOR DAY CEREMONY
All Are Welcome To Attend Sea Isle's
Annual Arbor Day Event On April 26
Sea Isle City’s Beautification Committee, Environmental Commission, Garden Club, Green Team, and Historical Society invite the community to attend an Arbor Day Celebration at 12 noon on Friday, April 26, at Dealy Field, 6108 Central Avenue, where several new trees will be dedicated to the people of Sea Isle City. The rain location for this event will be inside the Community Lodge, 300 JFK Boulevard (adjacent to the Welcome Center). For more information, please contact Mike McHale at 609-236-3331 or msmarlene6@comcast.net.
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BLESSING OF TOOLS
Saint Joseph Church Will Host A
Special Event For Workers on May 1
In honor of the Feast of Saint Joseph the Worker, Saint Joseph Catholic Church will host a “Blessing of Tools” event on Wednesday, May 1, at 5:15 PM in parking lot of the Parish Life Center (Auditorium) at 44th Street and Central Avenue. Men and women involved in construction, the trades, and home-related projects are invited to attend with their tools, which will be blessed with Holy Water by Father Perry. All workers are invited. For more information, please phone the Parish Office at 609-263-8696.
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COMMUNITY DAY
A Bicycle Auction, Free Document Shredding
And Other Events Planned On May 4
Mayor Desiderio invites everyone to attend Sea Isle City’s annual Community Day on Saturday, May 4, which will include…
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City Council Meeting: 9:00 AM on the third floor of City Hall.
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Free Document Shredding: 9:00 AM to 12 noon, Community Lodge parking lot.
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Bicycle Auction: 10:15 AM in the Community Lodge parking lot. All bidders must register prior to making bids (there is no fee to register); and registration begins on site at 9:30 AM. Only cash or checks will be accepted for payment of bicycles. All bicycles will be sold “as is” and “where is” – and bicycles must be removed from the area when the auction is over. The Rain Location for the auction is the covered parking lot under City Hall.
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Meet & Greet: 10:00 AM to 12 noon in the Community Lodge, where the public can speak with City and County officials as well as representatives from local civic groups. There will also be face painters and free giveaways for the kids – so bring the entire family!
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Awards Ceremony: 11:30 AM in the Community Lodge, where Mayor Desiderio will present his annual “Do the Right Thing” awards, First Bank of Sea Isle City will honor their 2024 Community Partnership Award recipient, and the Mayor will honor the winning artists from the 2024 Beach Tag Art Contest.
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Historical Plaque Unveiling Ceremonies: New bronze plaques for “Haffert’s Folly” (JFK Boulevard and Park Road) and the Ludlam Beach Lighthouse (31st Street and the Promenade) will be unveiled following the Award Ceremony on May 4.
For more info about Community Day, go to the “calendar” page at www.VisitSICNJ.com or phone 609-263-4461, ext. 1245.
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TOWNWIDE YARD SALE
Attention Bargain Shoppers!
The Sea Isle City Chamber of Commerce & Revitalization will host their 2024 Townwide Yard Sale on Saturday, May 4, from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Those who wish to add their addresses to the list of participating properties can do so by clicking the link below or going to https://www.seaislechamber.com/. A list of participating properties will be posted on the Chamber's website and social media accounts prior to the event. For more information, phone 609-263-9090.
CLICK HERE to Register Your Property for the Yard Sale
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TREE RAFFLE
The Environmental Commission
Is Giving Away 20 Trees
The Sea Isle City Environmental Commission’s 2024 Tree Raffle is now underway, and all Sea Isle City residents and property owners are invited to enter. Twenty (20) lucky winners will have trees planted on their properties (Limelight Hydrangea, Crepe Myrtle or Little Gem Magnolia). Entries must be submitted by Friday, May 31; and winners will be chosen during a random drawing on June 1. Entry forms can be found in the lobby of the Sea Isle City Welcome Center, in the Lobby of City Hall, on the “Environmental Commission” page at https://www.seaislecitynj.us/ (located via the “Boards & Commissions” link at the bottom of the home page), or by using the link below. For more information, please phone 609-263-2081.
CLICK HERE To Print A Tree Raffle Entry Form
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HYDRANT FLUSHING
Water System Maintenance Should
Have Little Or No Effect On Local Customers
During the months of April and May, the Sea Isle City Water Department will flush-out the water distribution system through 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 READ MORE
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GYPSY MOTH SPRAYING
Dennis Township Will Spray For
Gypsy Moths This Spring
The City of Sea Isle City has received notification from Dennis Township (Sea Isle’s neighbor to the west) regarding the aerial spraying of pesticide over Dennis Township this spring to kill Gypsy Moth Caterpillars (an invasive species of insect that can severely damage trees). The spray operation is expected to begin on or after May 6 through June 6, 2024; however, the exact dates of the application will depend on climate conditions and the development of the caterpillars.
CLICK HERE for More Info About the Spraying Process
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GOT BUILK TRASH?
Instead Of The Land Fill,
Consider Habitat for Humanity
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 .
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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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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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