From Mayor Leonard Desiderio...
During last week’s City Council meeting, I announced that we are moving ahead with our plans for this year’s Independence Day Fireworks Show, which will take place on Sunday, July 4th, at 9:00 p.m. The fireworks will once again be launched from an ocean barge near the 50th Street beach, and they will cap-off what I predict will be Sea Isle City’s best Independence Day to date!
As you may have heard, earlier this week Governor Murphy announced that as of May 7 he was easing the restrictions on outside gatherings from 250 people to 500 people, and he plans to remove all outdoor gathering limits as of May 19 – however those attending outdoor events will still need to practice social distancing and remain six-feet apart from other groups. READ MORE
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From The Members of City Council...
Due to COVID-19, the April 27 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 27 meeting, Mayor Desiderio announced that as of May 10 Governor Murphy would be easing restrictions on indoor and outdoor gatherings, raising the limits to 250 people for various indoor activities and 500 people at outdoor gatherings. The Mayor also stated that Sea Isle City’s 2021 Independence Day Fireworks Display will take place as planned at 9:00 pm on Sunday, July 4. The Mayor also said he will soon make an announcement about the City’s Saturday night concerts at the Excursion Park Band Shell. 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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Minor Delays May Occur on
Townsend Inlet Bridge
During 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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Looking For a Summer Job?
The City of Sea Isle City is 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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"Park Mobile" App Allows Motorists to
Pay for Parking via Mobile Devices
The Sea Isle City Police Department is partnering with “Park Mobile” to enable motorists to pay for parking fees on their mobile devices. Park Mobile is a top-rated mobile parking app company that is used across the country – and now it is available in Sea Isle City!
From May 15 through Labor Day (Sea Isle City’s usual dates when parking fees are required at designated parking spaces) the Park Mobile app will be available at all parking spaces that require a fee. The Park Mobile app offers contactless parking payments, it allows you to extend your parking time with a touch of your mobile device, and it will help you find available parking in select areas – so download the Park Mobile app today!
Do you still want to pay for parking with cash? The familiar Parking Kiosks that were put in place several years ago are still available for motorists who wish to pay for parking with cash or by credit card on site. The Park Mobile app simply gives you a more convenient option to pay for parking in Sea Isle City.
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The Pre-Season Rate for Beach Tags
Expires May 15
Sea Isle City’s 2021 Seasonal Beach Tags are currently on sale for $20 each (the pre-season rate). Beach-goers must purchase their seasonal Beach Tags by Saturday, May 15, to receive the pre-season rate. After May 15, seasonal Beach Tags will cost $25 each (the regular rate).
Beach Tags are on sale seven days a week from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Welcome Center Beach Tag Office, 300 JFK Boulevard. Due to the pandemic, the Welcome Center Lobby is closed to the public; however, beach tags can be purchased through the walk-up window next to the Welcome Center’s front doors. Beach Tags can also be purchased 24 hours a day / 7 days a week at the Beach Tag Vending Machine, located in the lobby of City Hall, 233 JFK Boulevard. The Vending Machine accepts cash only and does not give change.
To learn about purchasing beach tags using the Viply Mobile App or by submitting a Beach Tag Application Form, go to the “Beach Tag” page at www.seaislecitynj.us. Application Forms must be postmarked by May 15 to receive the pre-season rate. For more information about Beach Tags, phone 609-263-8687, ext. 106.
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The Sea Isle City Police Department
is an Accredited Agency with the
State Association of Chiefs of Police
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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.
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Over Seventy Sea Isle City Homes
Will Participate
The Sea Isle City Chamber of Commerce will host a City-Wide Yard Sale on Saturday, May 8, from 7:00 am to 1:00 pm. During this event, a wide variety of items will be on sale at over 70 homes throughout Sea Isle City. To make it easier for shoppers, the Chamber will compile a list of all participating properties on their website. For more info, go to http://www.seaislechamber.com or phone 609-263-9090.
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All Sea Isle City Property Owners Are
Invited To Enter This Free Raffle
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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Clean-Out Your File Cabinets and Shred Unwanted Documents on May 22
A document shredding truck will be parked in the Welcome Center parking lot, 300 JFK Boulevard, on Saturday, May 22, from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon, during which time Sea Isle City residents and property owners are invited to destroy their unwanted documents. This free community event is being sponsored by 1st Bank of Sea Isle City. For more info, phone 609-263-4461, ext. 1245.
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Check-Out What's Happening
in Sea Isle City
Due to the pandemic, some events have been cancelled but many others are taking place as planned, so please regularly review our calendar for updates...
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Several Important Reminders From the
Department of Public Works
No Household Trash in Public Receptacles: Please remember that Ordinance 18-2.14 prohibits placing household trash and recycling in public trash and recycling cans, including those found in Sea Isle’s parks, along sidewalks and on the Promenade. Overloading public cans with household trash and recycling can cause wind-blown litter. Please put your household trash and recycling on the curb in front of your property on the proper collection day, always using the required containers with lids and never placing trash on the curb in plastic bags. Also, please remember that The Trash & Recycling Drop-Off Depot is open nearly every day of the year for your convenience.
The Depot: The City’s Trash & Recycling Drop-Off Area (aka The Depot), located at 401 JFK Boulevard next to the Sea Isle Bridge, is open 7-days a week from 7:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. The Depot is closed on some holidays – however it is OPEN on Memorial Day, July Fourth and Labor Day. Please remember that The Depot does not accept bulk trash.
Bulk Trash: The Bulk Trash collection schedule is winding-down for the season. There will be a Citywide Bulk Trash Pick-up on Thursday, May 27 (this will be the last bulk trash pick-up in Sea Isle City until the autumn).
Curbside Trash & Recycling Schedule: The “Summer” collection schedule goes into effect on Memorial Day, May 31, with two (2) curbside collections per street each week on the following days…
- 1st to 40th Street = Wednesdays and Saturdays
- 41st to 70th Street = Mondays and Thursdays
- 71st to 94th Street = Tuesdays and Fridays
For more info about Trash & Recycling, phone 609-263-6000
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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?
Arbor Day Ceremony:
On April 30, the members of Sea Isle City's Environmental Commission, Garden Club and Historical Society hosted their annual Arbor Day Ceremony at 44th Street and Landis Avenue, where two new Sycamore Trees were planted.
Fishing Pier & Kayak Launch Dedication:
On May 1, the new Jim Iannone Fishing Pier and Kayak Launch at Dealy Field was officially opened to the public during a dedication ceremony that attracted hundreds of spectators.
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