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E-NEWSLETTER
From the City of Sea Isle City
MAY 1, 2025
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For many people, May is a very special month. In addition to featuring the return of migrating birds, gardens blooming, and beautiful springtime weather, this month is also National Walking Month, Women’s Health Care Month, and National Physical Fitness & Sports Month – amongst other notable month-long observances. Additionally, there are many one-day holidays in May that people look forward to, including (but not limited to, by any means) May Day on May 1, Cinco de Mayo on May 5, International Nurses Day on May 12, National Senior Fraud Awareness Day on May 15, and, for you “My Fair Lady” fans, there’s even an Eliza Doolittle Day on May 20.
Even though there are many month-long observances and special days of recognition this month, for many of us the arrival of May brings with it the anticipation of another wonderful summer along New Jersey’s shoreline – which always starts with Memorial Day Weekend.
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During the April 22 City Council meeting, Ordinance 1724 was adopted, following its Second Reading and Public Hearing. Ordinance 1724 is a routine annual ordinance that is written in conjunction with Sea Isle City’s Municipal Budget to allow the city to "bank" (or preserve) for future years any appropriation limits not utilized. This allows the city to more effectively manage our budgets over several years.
Also on April 22, Sea Isle City’s 2025 Local Municipal Budget was adopted (via Resolution 056A). As is the case each year, our local budget pays the salaries of our city employees, helps keep our town clean and safe, funds improvements to our infrastructure, pays for city-sponsored events and activities, and allows us to provide other important city services.
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COMMUNITY DAY
Free Document Shredding, Bike Auction
and More Planned on Saturday
Mayor Desiderio and the members of City Council invite everyone to Sea Isle City’s annual “Community Day” on Saturday, May 3. Our Community Day activities will include:
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City Council Meeting: 9:00 AM at City Hall.
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Free Document Shredding (courtesy of First Bank of SIC): 9:00 AM to 12 noon in the Welcome Center parking lot. Staples, clips, folders, tabs, binders, CD’s, and DVD’s are all okay to shred – but hard drives will not be accepted.
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Municipal Bicycle Auction: 10:15 AM in the Welcome Center parking lot. All bidders must register prior to making bids (there is no fee to register; registration begins on site at 9:30 AM). Only cash or checks will be accepted for payment during the auction. All bicycles will be sold “as is” and “where is” – and bicycles must be removed from the area when the auction is over. The auction’s rain location is the parking lot under City Hall.
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Meet & Greet with City Officials and Civic Organizations: 10:00 AM to 12 noon in the Community Lodge, where there will be free giveaways and a face painter for the kids.
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Virtual “Walk Thru Tour” of the future Community Center: 11:00 AM in the Community Lodge, Mayor Desiderio will lead a “virtual walking tour” through Sea Isle City’s future Community Center, which will be displayed on a large monitor and will feature step-by-step digital images of each of the facility’s interior spaces.
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Award 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 present their 2025 Community Partnership Award, and other community “stand outs” will be honored.
For more information about Sea Isle City's Community Day, please go to www.VisitSICNJ.com or phone 609-263-4461, ext. 1246.
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SATURDAY HOURS AT CITY HALL
City Hall Will Be Open For Business
Saturday Morning, May 3
The municipal offices on the first and second floors of City Hall will be open for business on Saturday, May 3, from 8:30 AM to 12 noon. This is one of four Saturdays during the year that City Hall is open for business. City Hall is also open weekdays throughout the year from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (except some holidays). To contact City Hall by phone, dial 609-263-4461.
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TOWN-WIDE YARD SALE
Shop For Bargains or
Sell Your Unwanted Items on May 3
In the spirit of “Community Day,” the Sea Isle City’s Chamber of Commerce will host their annual Townwide Yard Sale on Saturday, May 3, from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM. During this annual event, local property owners are invited to clear out their closets, garages and attics, and sell unwanted “treasures” to bargain hunters. Those with items to sell can add their addresses to the Chamber’s master list of participating properties, which will be distributed to shoppers via Facebook and also posted on the front doors of the Welcome Center on May 2. You can register your address by going to the Townwide Yard Sale” page at www.seaislechmaber.com (the cut-off to register a property is 11:55 PM on May 1).
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STREET SWEEPING
Please Avoid Parking on the Curb
On Street Sweeping Days
Starting May 13 and during the two weeks that follow, Sea Isle City’s Department of Public Works will conduct Street Sweeping Operations throughout town. To make the process as efficient as possible, please avoid parking vehicles on the curb between 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM on the days that street sweeping is planned, as per the schedule shown below:
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2nd to 44th Street: Thursday, May 15 and May 22
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45th to 70th Street: Tuesday, May 13 and May 20
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71st to 94th Street: Wednesday, May 14 and May 21
Please Note: Rainy weather may require the adjustment of the schedule above. For more information about Sea Isle City’s Street Sweeping efforts or to speak with the DPW office, please phone 609-263-6000.
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GARDEN CLUB FLOWER SALE
Flower Sale's New Days are
Friday & Saturday, May 16 & 17
Mark your calendar for the Sea Isle City Garden Club’s annual Flower Sale fundraiser – which has a new schedule for 2025! Rather than taking place on Saturday and Sunday, this year’s Flower Sale will happen on Friday afternoon, May 16, from 1:00 to 6:00 PM and Saturday, May 17, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Dealy Field, where a wide variety of beautiful flowering plants will be sold in flats, hanging baskets and pots (herbs will also be on sale). Only cash or checks will be accepted for payment. Proceeds from the Flower Sale benefit the Garden Club’s charitable efforts. For more info, please phone 609-263-1157.
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STOCK'S CAKE FUNDRAISER
Catholic Daughters Fundraiser
Will Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth!
The Catholic Daughters of Saint Joseph Church are currently taking orders for their annual Stock’s Cake Fundraiser, during which anyone can purchase pound cakes from the famous Stock’s Bakery in Philadelphia – and then pick them up right here in Sea Isle City during the weekend of June 7-8. The cost is $18 per cake, and several varieties are available. For more information, please phone Beth at 609-284-1526 or Denise at 609-478-6470 -- or use the link below.
Stock's Cake Order Form
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HYDRANT FLUSHING
What To Do If You See Hydrant Flushing
Occur Near Your Home
During the months of April and May, the Sea Isle City Water Department will be flushing out the water distribution system through the fire hydrants and exercising 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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BEACH TAG INFO
Seasonal Beach Tags
Are On Sale Now
You can purchase 2025 Seasonal Beach Tags at the Pre-Season Rate of $25 each at the following locations…
• Daily at the Welcome Center: Weekdays from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Saturdays & Sundays from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (cash of check only).
• Weekdays at the Tax Office in City Hall, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
• The Beach Tag Vending Machine in the Lobby of City Hall, available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week (cash only).
• Online purchases using a credit card can be made at https://www.jerseycapetags.com/ (shipped to your home for an additional fee).
• Digital Beach Tags are available via the “My Beach Mobile” app using a debit or credit card (a fee will apply). For more information or to purchase Digital Beach Tags, go to the “Beach / Beach Tag” page at www.VisitSICNJ.com.
More Useful Beach Tag Info…
• 2025 Veterans Beach Tags are now available for pick-up at the Welcome Center.
• Property owners who submitted a “Beach Tag Post Card” and their payment for 2025 Seasonal Beach Tags at the pre-season rate ($25) can pick-up their tags at the Welcome Center.
• The Pre-Season Rate of $25 for 2025 Beach Tags expires May 15, after which Seasonal Beach Tags will cost $30 each.
For more info about Sea Isle City’s Beach Tags, please phone the Welcome Center Beach Tag Office at 609-263-8687
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TREE RAFFLE
The Environmental Commission is
Giving Away 20 Trees
Local property owners are invited to enter the Sea Isle City Environmental Commission’s 2025 Tree Raffle, during which twenty (20) lucky winners will have a tree planted on their property (either a Limelight Hydrangea, Crepe Myrtle or Little Gem Magnolia). Entry forms can be found in the lobbies of the Sea Isle City Welcome Center and City Hall, and on the “Environmental Commission” page at https://www.seaislecitynj.us/ (click the “Boards & Commissions” link at the bottom of the home page). Entries must be submitted by Wednesday, May 28. The winning properties will be chosen during a random drawing. Trees will be planted on Sea Isle City properties only. Winners will be responsible for the watering and maintenance of their trees. For more information, please phone 609-263-2081 - or click the link below.
Tree Raffle Entry Form
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TRASH & RECYCLING INFO
The Final Bulk Trash Collection of the Season
is Thursday, May 8
A Citywide Bulk Trash Collection is planned for Thursday, May 8 (the second Thursday in May). Please remember that this will be the final curbside bulk trash collection until the autumn (there will be no bulk collections during the summer) – and bulk trash is not accepted at the city’s Trash Depot anytime throughout the year. For more info about Sea Isle City’s trash and recycling regulations, phone the Department of Public Works at 609-263-6000
Trash & Recycling Home Page
Public Works Home Page
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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
In Stead of Bulk Trash,
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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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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City Hall: 233 JFK Boulevard, Sea Isle City, NJ 08243 / 609-263-4461
Welcome Center: 300 JFK Boulevard, Sea Isle City, NJ 08243 / 609-263-8687
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