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E-Newsletter
February 24, 2022
MAYOR'S MESSAGE
From Mayor Leonard Desiderio...

On February 11, I hosted a very productive meeting with our State legislators and numerous officials from Cape May County, with the sole purpose of discussing the problems that some juveniles are creating during the summer season. Approximately 50 people were in attendance at the meeting, including mayors and law enforcement officials from nearby municipalities, our County Sheriff and Undersheriff, and several representatives from the Board of County Commissioners – as well as Senator Michael Testa, New Jersey Assemblymen Antwan McClellan and Erik Simonsen, and Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey Sutherland, each of whom joined me on the dais. READ MORE


CLICK HERE for Photos of the Mayor's February 11 Meeting with State Legislators, County Officials and Representatives from Nearby Municipalities

CITY COUNCIL'S MESSAGE
From The Members of City Council...

At the start of the February 22 City Council meeting, Mayor Desiderio explained some of the aspects of the City’s proposed 2022 Municipal Budget, including the fact that it comes with no tax rate or utility fee increase. The Mayor also mentioned that many people were in town to celebrate President’s Weekend and that our local businesses seemed to be busy. READ MORE

PROJECT UPDATES
Roadway Reconstruction
Utility Improvements
Paving Projects
Lagoon Dredging and More...


SAINT PAT'S BEACH TAGS
Commemorative Beach Tags On Sale Now

2022 Limited Edition Saint Patrick’s Beach Tags and 2022 Regular Seasonal Beach Tags are on sale now at the pre-season rate of $20 each at the following locations:
 
  • Welcome Center, 300 JFK Boulevard, Monday thru Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (cash or checks only). 
  • Sea Isle City’s Tax Office, located on the second floor of City Hall, 233 JFK Boulevard, Monday thru Friday, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (cash or checks only). 
  • Beach Tag Vending Machine, located in the lobby of City Hall. The Beach Tag Vending Machine is accessible 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, and accepts cash only. 
 
Saint Patrick's Beach Tags and Regular Seasonal Beach Tags serve as beach passes for the entire 2022 summer season. For more info, phone the Welcome Center at 609-263-8687.

BRIDGE CLOSURES
T.I Bridge To Undergo Testing on March 3

The Cape May County Bridge Commission has announced that the Townsends Inlet Bridge (connecting Sea Isle City and Avalon) will be temporarily closed to vehicle, bicycle, pedestrian and marine traffic at 10-15 minute intervals on Thursday, March 3, between 9:15 AM and 2:00 PM, for NJ Department of Transportation-mandated safety tests. Traffic will be cleared after each test is conducted. Thank you in advance for your patience in the event you experience minor delays while traveling over the T. I. Bridge on March 3.
 
Testing and periodic closures will also take place on the Grassy Sounds Bridge in Lower Township on February 15 and on the Middle Thorofare Bridge in Middle Township on February 24. For more information about the CMC Bridge Commission, go to: https://capemaycountynj.gov/647/Bridge-Commission.

KAYAK RACK LOTTERY
Registration Begins March 1

Registration for Sea Isle City’s 2022 Kayak Storage Rack Lottery takes place March 1 thru April 15. The Lottery will be open to Sea Isle City property owners and year-round residents who wish to obtain a storage berth at Dealy Field for the 2022 season. To register for the Lottery, click the "Kayak Storage" link on the “Departments / Recreation” page at www.seaislecitynj.us between 9:00 AM on March 1 and 4:00 PM on April 15. 


GREEN AUCTION
Join The Fun on March 3

The Sea Isle City Garden Club’s annual “Green Auction” will take place on Thursday, March 3, at 7:00 PM inside the Community Lodge, 300 JFK Boulevard. The evening will feature light refreshments, socializing, and the chance to place “bids” on undisclosed gift-wrapped items that are green in nature or related to Saint Patrick’s Day. One of the items in the auction will be the Garden Club’s celebrated “head of cabbage.” Guests and prospective members are always welcomed at the Green Auction – and at any of the Garden Club’s regular meetings, which take place in the Community Lodge on the first Thursday of the month at 7:00 PM (March-June and September-December). For more information, please phone 609-263-6736.

TREE RAFFLE
The Environmental Commission is
Giving Away 30 Trees

The Environmental Commission's annual Tree Raffle starts March 1. Winners will have their choice of three varieties (free of charge): Limelight Hydrangea (lime green/cream/pink flowers), Crepe Myrtle (pink flowers, July to September), or Little Gem Magnolia (green all year; flowers spring to late fall). Trees will be planted on Sea Isle City properties only. Winners will be chosen during a random drawing at the “Green Fair” on Saturday, June 4. One tree maximum will be awarded per winning property. For more info, please phone Annette at 609-263-2081.


FIELD HOCKEY CLINICS
Local Students Can Participate in
Ocean City's Spring Hockey Clinics

Students residing in Sea Isle City (Grades 3 thru 8) are invited to attend Field Hockey Clinics at the Ocean City Sports & Civic Center in March and April. The cost is $30. For more info, phone the O.C. Recreation Department at 609-525-9304 - or CLICK HERE for an event flyer.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Don't Miss Sea Isle's Saint Patrick's Parade,
Vietnam Veterans Ceremony, Easter Events,
Girls Weekend, Beach Clean-Up and More...


Some events are still being confirmed.
Please check our Calendar regularly for updates and additions.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
There Are Many Ways to Stay Active

Sea Isle City is home to many clubs, civic organizations, boards and commissions. Click the links below for more information about these groups...



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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