E-Newsletter
June 18, 2020
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From Mayor Leonard Desiderio...
Yesterday, during a Graduation Parade that meandered throughout our community, we had the pleasure of celebrating the accomplishments of many graduates who call Sea Isle City “home” and “home away from home.” The parade was a wonderful success, and we thoroughly enjoyed visiting over forty residences to honor students who recently completed their studies on the grammar school, high school and university level. My congratulations and best wishes go to all of the graduates in Sea Isle City, and I remind each graduate that an education is a blessing that can never be taken from you, however the wisest people on earth are those who realize that there’s always more to learn.
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From The Members of City Council...
Due to the Coronavirus, the June 9 City Council meeting was held remotely. However, members of the public were able to participate in the meeting telephonically.
At the start of the June 9 meeting, Mayor Desiderio spoke about the importance of opening all businesses as soon as possible. Additionally, the Mayor mentioned that non-essential retailers can open their doors to the public and eateries can offer outside dining starting June 15; and salons, barber shops, and public swimming pools can resume operations starting June 22.
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Equipment Has Started to Arrive,
Work on Dune Reconstruction Has Begun
BEACH CLOSURE:
The beach from JFK Boulevard to 40th Street will be closed to the public on June 18 & 19 (including the dune paths at JFK and 40th Street) while dune reconstruction work takes place. The public is asked to use adjacent beaches.
DUNE PATH CLOSURE:
During the weekend of June 20 & 21, the dune paths at 40th Street and JFK Boulevard will remain closed, however the 40th Street and JFK Beaches will be open to the public on June 20 & 21.
EQUIPMENT DELIVERY:
On Monday, June 22, the contractor will begin delivering truckloads of piping via the 57th Street Beach Entrance. Deliveries will take place Monday through Friday only (not on the weekends).
STAGING AREA:
The 57th Street Beach will continue to serve as a staging area, where heavy equipment will be delivered and stored. Periodic and sometimes frequent deliveries of equipment will take place by way of the 57th Street Promenade ramp and dune path; therefore the 57th Street dune path has limited access to the public.
USE CAUTION:
The public is asked to use caution around the 57th Street Beach. Pedestrians and bicyclists are asked to avoid the 57th Street Promenade ramp and use the street ramp at 56th Street when entering and exiting the Promenade (the 56th Street ramp can accommodate bikes and strollers).
THE DREDGE:
The arrival of the dredge has been delayed. Originally scheduled to arrive on June 20, the dredge is now scheduled to arrive on June 26.
DELAYS:
Please be aware that bad weather and equipment failure can hinder the progress of this project. Thank you for your patience as we strengthen Sea Isle City’s shoreline.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFO:
Please click the "Beach Fill" tab on the home page of
www.seaislecitynj.us .
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Fishing Pier & Kayak Launch
Beach Replenishment
Decorative Lighting in Biz-Districts
New Lighting on the Promenade
Sanitary Sewer Replacement
Utility Improvements
Roadwork & More...
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Don't Miss the Skimmer Sidewalk Sale on June
20
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Antique Auto Show on Fathers Day
Regretfully, it was recently announced that nearly all of the activities that were planned for the Sea Isle City’s 2020 Skimmer Festival on June 20-21 have been cancelled due to the extremely large crowds that gather during that event. However, the Skimmer Antique Auto Show & Parade will take pale as planned on Sunday, June 21 (Father’s Day) from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. along the Promenade north of JFK Boulevard, where the show’s vintage cars and trucks will be spaced apart for social distancing. At 1:30 p.m., the Skimmer Antique Auto Parade will run along Pleasure Avenue (south of 44th Street) and north along Landis Avenue from Townsend’s Inlet to the center of town.
In lieu of the popular Skimmer Seaside Market along the Promenade, Mayor Desiderio has invited all local businesses to participate in a “Skimmer Sidewalk Sale” on June 20. During the sidewalk sale, retail stores and other businesses throughout town will display merchandise, literature and other offerings on tables and racks on their sidewalks. So, please “shop local” and help support Sea Isle City businesses on June 20 – and throughout the year!
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Need a Bicycle?
Attend Sea Isle's Bike Auction on June
20
Mayor Leonard Desiderio will serve as auctioneer during Sea Isle City’s 2020 Municipal Bicycle Auction, which begins at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 20, in the parking lot of City Hall, 233 JFK Boulevard. The bikes that will be on sale during the auction were abandoned in Sea Isle City and collected by the Police Department.
Anyone wishing to bid on a bicycle must register prior to the start of the auction; registration begins on the day of the event at 9:30 a.m. on site. All bidders and spectators are asked to wear face masks to the auction. Each bike is sold “as is, where is” and all sales are final. Only cash or checks will accepted. For more information about Sea Isle City’s Municipal Bicycle Auction, please phone 609-263-4461, ext. 1219.
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Be On The Lookout For Turtles In The Road
Please drive slowly and be on the look-out for Diamondback Terrapin Turtles as they cross our busy roads in search of nesting spots! If you see a Diamondback Terrapin crossing the street and you want to assist her, please help her continue in the direction she is headed if you are able – BUT ALWAYS THINK “SAFETY FIRST” and use caution whenever you step into the street.
Please don't stand over turtles taking photos while they are nesting...this may frighten them and they'll walk away. Also, if you see an injured turtle, please call Susan or Steve Ahern, of Sea Isle Terrapin Rescue, at 609-263-7358. If the Aherns are not available, please follow the instructions on their answering machine.
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Environmental Commission Tee Shirts
Make Great Gifts
Members of Sea Isle City’s Environmental Commission will sell their 2020 “Save a Turtle” tee shirts on Saturdays and Sundays, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., in front of the Sea Isle City Community Lodge at 300 JFK Boulevard (adjacent to the Welcome Center). In the event of inclement weather, the tee shirts will be sold through the front window of the Community Lodge. The tee shirts cost $10 for short sleeve and $15 for long sleeve. The Environmental Commission’s tee shirts make great gifts for people of all ages – plus they help remind everyone of the important roll diamondback terrapin turtles play in our local ecosystem.
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Ceremony Planned in Sea Isle City July
2
The John R. Elliott HERO Campaign and six shore-area police departments will hold a ceremony to launch a "Summer of HEROES" drunk driving prevention program on Thursday, July 2, 11:00 a.m. on Sea Isle City’s Promenade at JFK Boulevard. The ceremony will include the unveiling of a fleet of HERO patrol cars displaying the brand and safety message of the HERO Campaign for Designated Driving. The HERO Campaign logo and its signature slogan, "Be a HERO. Be a Designated Driver," will be brightly emblazoned on the police cruisers and SUVs as rolling billboards for the HERO Campaign, named in memory of a young Naval Officer killed by a drunken driver in July, 2000.
The newest cars from Sea Isle City, Middle Township and Lower Township in Cape May County will be joined by cruisers from Ocean City, Linwood and Atlantic City, already in service.
Sea Isle City Mayor Len Desiderio and Police Chief Tom McQuillen will be joined by their counterpart dignitaries from the other towns to dedicate the cars, which will be in service for traffic duty and special events. Local business sponsors of the patrol car signage project will also be on hand, including the Foster Karney Foundation, Car Toyz, ANA Towing, Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Atlantic City and Jane French of Ocean City. The public is invited to attend on July 2. For more info, go to herocampaign.org.
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Read About Sea Isle City's Drinking Water
Sea Isle City’s 2020 Water Quality Report (also known as the Consumer Confidence Report) is available for viewing on the “Water & Sewer” page of our municipal website,
www.seaislecitynj.us
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Due to COVID-
19
Restrictions,
Some Changes Have Been Made to
Sea Isle City's Calendar of Events - But There Are Many Events & Activities Still Planned!
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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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Graduation Parade Was Well-Received
On June 17, Mayor Desiderio led a "Graduation Parade" through Sea Isle City, which stopped at over 40 homes to honor graduates who live and vacation in our community. Each graduate received a certificate from the Mayor and gift bag. Click the links below to view photos from that event...
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