E-Newsletter
April 22, 2021
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From Mayor Leonard Desiderio...
Sea Isle City was bustling with activity last weekend, thanks to several events that brought many people to town. The fun began on Friday, with the start of the Chamber of Commerce’s “Girls Weekend,” which offered ladies a variety of discounts and special offers at businesses throughout our community. Then, on Saturday, the Environmental Commission’s Spring Beach Clean-up resulted in more than 150 volunteers removing hundreds of pounds of trash and debris from Sea Isle’s beaches, dunes and public parks. Also on Saturday, over 200 surfers competed in the annual ESA Surfing Tournament on the 40th Street beach – and many of them walked home with prizes after displaying their impressive surfing talents. READ MORE
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From The Members of City Council...
Due to COVID-19, the April 13 City Council meeting was held remotely; however, members of the public were able to participate in the meeting telephonically.
At the start of the April 13 meeting, Mayor Desiderio stated that the City’s new fishing pier and kayak launch at Dealy Field is nearing completion and that a ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place at 12 noon on May 1 to open the pier and dedicate it to the memory of former commissioner Jim Iannone. The Mayor also said that the City’s future pickleball courts at the Municipal Marina are expected to be completed in time for use this summer. READ MORE
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Fishing Pier with Kayak Launch
New Pickleball Courts
Sanitary Sewer Replacement
Lagoon Dredging
Storm Sewer Reconstruction
Roadwork and More
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PROPOSED COMMUNITY CENTER |
The City Will Share a Presentation
With The Public On Saturday, April 24
The City’s Administration will share a pre-recorded presentation with the public on Saturday morning, April 24, which will outline the current plans for a new Community Center at the site of the former public school building at 4501 Park Road. A link to the presentation will be emailed to everyone who is registered to receive the City’s E-Newsletters and it will also be posted on the City’s municipal website, www.seaislecitynj.us. During the presentation, the proposed new facility will be described in detail, architectural renderings and blueprints will displayed, and the building’s uses will be explained. At the end of the presentation, an email address will be shown on the screen for property owners and residents who wish to send-in questions or comments. Those who email questions or comments to the City are asked to please include their names and Sea Isle City addresses.
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The Sea Isle City Police Department is an Accredited Agency with the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police
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Work Is Taking Place on T. I. Bridge,
Minor Delays May Occur
From now through the month of May, contractors hired by the Cape May County Bridge Commission will make improvements to the Townsend Inlet Bridge (connecting Sea Isle City and Avalon). The work will require temporary single-lane closures at various times, which may result in minor delays as vehicle, pedestrian and bicycle traffic will be restricted to one-side of the bridge. Please be on the lookout for flag-crews and directional signs when approaching the bridge. The T. I. Bridge is expected to be fully open to traffic (both north and south-bound lanes open) during the long Memorial Day Weekend.
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Join Our Team of Summer Employees
The City of Sea Isle City is now hiring seasonal employees at the Beach Patrol, Public Works Department, Beach Tag Office and Division of Recreation. If you are interested in a summer job, please complete and submit an Application for Summer Employment form, which can be found on the “Departments / Human Resources” page at www.seaislecitynj.us. For additional info, please phone the Beach Patrol at 609-263-3655, Public Works at 609-263-6000, or the Recreation Office at 609-263-0050. The City of Sea Isle City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Clean-Out Your Medicine Cabinets,
Bring Unwanted Meds to City Hall April 24
On Saturday, April 24, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, the Sea Isle City Police Department will participate in a national “Prescription Drug Take Back” initiative, held in cooperation with the United States Drug Enforcement Agency. During this event, members of the public can easily and anonymously dispose of unwanted medications by bringing them to the lobby of City Hall, 233 JFK Boulevard, and placing them in the PD’s Prescription Drug Drop-Box. Participates are encouraged to remove labels and any personal information from bottles and containers before placing medications in the drop box. Also, please be aware that liquids, needles and other sharp instruments will not be accepted.
If you are not able to participate in the Drug Take Back event on April 24, don’t forget that the police department’s Drug Drop-Box in the lobby of City Hall is accessible 24-hours a day, 7-days a week for safe, anonymous disposal of unwanted medications throughout the year.
The Sea Isle City Police Department reminds all residents and property owners of the importance of safely disposing of unwanted medications so harmful and dangerous drugs do not fall into the wrong hands. Don’t forget: A secure medicine cabinet is a safe medicine cabinet. For more information about the Prescription Drug Take Back event on April 24, please phone 609-263-4311.
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Raffle Winner Will Receive a
Gift Basket Worth Over $1000
VFW Post 1963’s Auxiliary is currently hosting a “Spring Wine and Dine Raffle” to raise funds that will benefit veterans and active duty military members. The winner of the raffle will receive a gift basket filled with six bottles of wine as well as gift certificates to many Sea Isle City restaurants. The gift certificates range from $25 to $100 – and total over $1000. The winner will also receive a decorative wreath that will brighten any home. Tickets cost 3 for $5 and are available at VFW Post 1963’s headquarters, 301 JFK Boulevard (just ask the bartender on duty for assistance). The winning ticket will be drawn on Saturday, May 8, at 4:00 pm. The winner need not be present at the time of the drawing. For more info, phone Patti at 609-330-3307.
DO YOU ENJOY FRESHLY GRILLED HOT DOGS? The VFW Post 1963 Auxiliary would like to remind everyone that their popular “Dollar Dog Day” will take place on Saturday, July 24, 2021 - so please mark your calendar now!
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All Are Welcome To Attend This Year's
Arbor Day Gathering on April 30
The members of Sea Isle City’s Environmental Commission, Garden Club and Historical Society will host an Arbor Day Ceremony at 12 noon on Friday, April 30, at 44th and Landis Avenue, where two new sycamore trees will be dedicated to community. All are invited to attend this event, which will include poetry readings and other enjoyable aspects. For more information, please phone 609-263-2081.
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Join the Fun on May 1,
Support a Great Cause
As part of their end-of-year service project, Sea Isle City’s Girl Scout Troop 41012 is hosting a “Selfie-Scavenger Hunt” to raise money for an outdoor storage unit for the Sea Isle City United Methodist Church’s Food Cupboard. The Scavenger Hunt takes place from 2:00 to 4:00 pm on Saturday, May 1, and begins in the church’s parking, 4102 Central Avenue, where clues will be distributed. Check-in begins at 1:30 pm. The cost is $25 for teams that pre-register by 5:00 pm on April 30. Same day registration costs $30 per team. Teams can consist of up to six (6) people. Prizes will go to the three teams with the most points. Please email gstroop41012@gmail.com or text 609-374-6208 to pre-register or receive more information.
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The Chamber of Commerce's Annual
City-Wide Yard Sale Happens May 8
The Sea Isle City Chamber of Commerce & Revitalization will host a City-Wide Yard Sale on Saturday, May 8, from 7:00 am to 1:00 pm. All Sea Isle City residents and property owners with items to sell are invited to add their addresses to the Chamber of Commerce’s master-list of participating homes, which will be available to the public on the day of the event. Participants do not need to acquire a Municipal Yard Sale Permit from the City Clerk’s Office for May 8 Yard Sale. For more information, go to http://www.seaislechamber.com or phone 609-263-9090.
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VAX REGISTRATION ASSISTANCE |
Do You Know Someone Who Needs Help Registering for the COVID-19 Vaccine?
Due to concerns that some Sea Isle City residents do not have access to computers or may have been unsuccessful while registering for the COVID-19 Vaccine through the State of New Jersey’s registration phone number, Mayor Leonard Desiderio has asked the City’s Department of Community Services to create a “Vaccine Registration Assistance Program” that will help Sea Isle City residents through the online registration process.
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The Environmental Commission is
Giving Away 30 Trees
The Sea Isle City Environmental Commission is hosting a free Tree Raffle, during which the Commission will plant thirty (30) trees on private Sea Isle City properties. The winners will have their choice of Dapple Willow, Limelight Hydrangeas, Crepe Myrtle or Little Gem Magnolias, which will be planted on local properties free of charge in May/June 2021. Raffle Entry Forms are available online at www.seaislecitynj.us (on the Environmental Commission home page) and at the Sea Isle City Welcome Center. Winners will be chosen during a random drawing on Sunday, May 16, 2021. For more information about, phone 609-263-2081.
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Seasonal Maintenance Ensures Reliability
During the months of April and May, the Sea Isle City Water Department will be flushing-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 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. 11) or email: dteefyjr@seaislecitynj.us.
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Check-Out What's Happening
in Sea Isle City
Due to the pandemic, some 2021 events have been cancelled; however many other events will take place as planned. Please check Sea Isle City's online calendar for periodic updates.
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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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Have You Seen What's Been Happening?
On April 17, the Sea Isle City Environmental Commission hosted their annual Spring Beach Clean-Up, during which more than 150 volunteers cleared trash and debris from each of Sea Isle's beaches as well as our local parks and other recreation areas.
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