E-Newsletter
October 10, 2019
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From Mayor Leonard Desiderio...
If you were in town on Thursday, September 26, I hope you had the opportunity to stand along Landis Avenue as the 2019 New Jersey Run for the Fallen passed through our town. Each year, this important event pays tribute to every service member from New Jersey who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation, and we are very honored that this event always passes through Sea Isle City. My thanks go to all of the people who made this year’s Run for the Fallen a reality – and to all of the members of this community who took time from their busy schedules to honor the men and women from the Garden State who died for our Country.
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From The Members of City Council...
There were very few items listed on the October 8 City Council meeting agenda, and subsequently that meeting was very brief. However, during that meeting, Business Administrator George Savastano updated Council on the City’s pending Beach Replenishment Project and explained that the Army Corps of Engineers has awarded a contract to Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Company, and the plan is to complete the project by the summer of 2020. Mr. Savastano added that, based on the current conditions of the beach, replenishment operations will take place from approximately 29th Street to 50th Street and approximately 73rd Street to 93rd Street, and that more details regarding the Beach Replenishment Project will be available over the next 30 days.
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Water Pump Station
Promenade Light Project
New Fishing Pier & Kayak Launch
Roadway Reconstruction
Milling and Paving
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"Pool?" or "No Pool?"
An online survey is being created that will help City officials determine whether or not to build a municipal swimming pool at 4501 Park Road (the former pubic school property). The survey will be available to all Sea Isle City property owners for two weeks from 9:00 a.m. on October 23 through 8:00 p.m. on November 5. Information about the survey will be forthcoming in this E-Newsletter and will also be included with the Fourth Quarter Water-Sewer bills, which will be mailed to property owners in mid-October. Those wishing to take the survey must input their property-specific Water-Sewer Utility Account ID Number, which is shown on municipal water bills. Property owners without access to the internet can obtain a paper copy of the survey (during the aforementioned survey dates) at the Welcome Center and the City Clerk’s Office in City Hall during normal business hours.
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Please Be Aware That Some Items Are No Longer Recyclable in Sea Isle City
Due to limited end-markets and increased contamination potential, the Cape May County Municipal Utilities Authority has announced that their Recycling Program is changing. Effective October 1, 2019, the following items will no longer be accepted for recycling and should be disposed of as trash:
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Shredded Paper
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All Bulky Mixed Rigid Plastics
(all hard plastics regardless of size and color, examples include plastic laundry baskets, plastic toys and playhouses, plastic lawn furniture, empty plastic trashcans and plastic coolers)
Anyone with questions can phone the County Recycling Coordinator at 609-465-9026 or the Sea Isle City Recycling Coordinator at 609-263-6000, ext. 14.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
: Please DO NOT place your recyclable items in plastic bags when intended for curbside collection. All recycling items intended for curbside collection must be “loose” in rigid containers – and all rigid containers used for curbside trash and recycling pick-ups must be no larger than 35-gallons in size and must have a removable lid. Thank you!
CLICK HERE
for the Public Works Home Page, where you'll find links to Trash & Recycling Collection Schedules, the Water & Sewer Department, the County M.U.A. and other useful information.
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Can You Lend-A-Hand On October
12?
Volunteers are needed for the Environmental Commission’s annual Autumn Beach Clean-Up and Dune Grass Planting on Saturday, October 12, from 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon. Volunteers can sign-up on the morning of the event at JFK Boulevard and the Promenade, where Environmental Commission members will distribute trash bags and other supplies. Volunteers will receive free event tee-shirts (while supplies last), courtesy of Approach Clothing Company, located at 6300 Landis Avenue, and vouchers for free ice-cream cones at Spinners Pizza Ice-Cream and Grill, located on the Promenade at 38
th
Street. Immediately following the Beach Clean-Up, volunteers will be treated to a complimentary buffet luncheon at Mike’s Seafood & Dock Restaurant, located on Park Road in historic Fish Alley. The rain date for this event is Sunday, October 13. For more info, please phone 609-263-2081.
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Join the Fun, Enter the Halloween Parade!
The Division of Recreation will host Sea Isle City's annual Halloween Parade & Family Dance Party on Friday, October 18. The Parade will begin at 7:00 p.m. along Landis Avenue from 45th Street to JFK Boulevard, where a variety of costumed participants, bands and entertainers will appear. Immediately afterwards, spectators and parade participants are invited to Excursion Park for Sea Isle’s annual
Halloween Family Dance Party
, which will feature variety of seasonal sounds and popular dance music.
Do You Want To Appear In The Parade?
The Division of Recreation is looking for families, civic groups, organizations, businesses and individuals who would like to appear in Sea Isle City’s 2019 Halloween Parade. Prizes will be awarded to the best entries in several categories. For more info, phone 609-263-0050.
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Annual Card Party Set For October
18
The Catholic Daughters of Saint Joseph Church will host a “Nifty Fifties” Card Party Luncheon on Friday, October 18, at 12 noon inside the Parish Auditorium at 44th Street and Central Avenue, where guests will enjoy lunch and a variety of table top games such as Bridge, Pinochle and Mahjong. Tickets cost $25 per person, and there will also be gift baskets, door prizes, and 50/50 raffles. For ticket information, please contact Ethel at 609-374-5589. Proceeds from this event support the Catholic Daughter’s charitable efforts.
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FLOODPLAIN PUBLIC MEETINGS
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Local Meetings Planned
October
22
and December
10
The purpose of Sea Isle City’s Floodplain Management Planning Committee is to maintain consistency with FEMA requirements, which will hopefully result in greater flood insurance discounts for local property owners. As part of this process, public input will be gathered during two Public Meetings taking place on the third floor of City Hall, 233 JFK Boulevard, at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 22, and Tuesday, December 10. Residents and property owners are encouraged to attend the Public Meetings in order to share suggestions and learn more about Floodplain Management. For additional information, please phone Neil Byrne at 609-263-4461, ext. 1301
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FUNDRAISER AT VFW POST
1963
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"Pampered Chef" Event on October
25
VFW Post 1963 Auxiliary will host a Pampered Chef Fundraiser on Friday, October 25, at 7:00 p.m. inside their headquarters at 301 JFK Boulevard (adjacent to the Sea Isle Bridge). The public is welcome to attend this enjoyable event and purchase great items for their kitchens. A percentage of the sales will benefit veterans and military groups. You can also support this great cause by ordering online at
www.pamperedchef.com/party/vfw1963
. For more information, please phone Auxiliary President Patti Lloyd at 609-330-3307 or speak with any auxiliary member.
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"
Save A Turtle" Shirts On Sale Now
The Sea Isle City Environmental Commission’s 2020 “Save a Turtle” cotton tee-shirts are on sale now at the Welcome Center, 300 JFK Boulevard, Monday through Friday (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) and Saturday (10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.). The tee-shirts are available in two styles in both youth and adult sizes. Long sleeve shirts cost $15 each, and short sleeve cost $10. “Save a Turtle” tee-shirts make great gifts and are available only while supplies last – so start your holiday shopping early! For more information, phone 609-263-2081.
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Regular Maintenance Ensures Reliability
During the months of October and November, Sea Isle City's Water Department will flush-out the water distribution system through the 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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Register To Receive Urgent Phone Calls, Text Messages and Emails from the
Sea Isle City Police Department
The Sea Isle City Police Department has expanded their means of communication by implementing an emergency notification system called "Nixle," which can send residents and visitors urgent text messages and emails (in addition to the emergency phone calls, or "Reverse 911" calls, that many people have been receiving in recent years). To sign up for important text messages, emails and phone calls containing details about hazardous weather conditions, public safety alerts, traffic congestion and police activity, go to Sea Isle City's municipal website,
www.seaislecitynj.us
, and click the "Register For City News & Alerts" link on the homepage and input your information.
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There's Always Something Happening,
So Don't Miss a Moment of the Fun!
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There Are Many Ways to Stay Active
Sea Isle City is home to many clubs, organizations, civic clubs, boards and commissions. Click the links below for more information about these groups...
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Do You Wish 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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