CORONAVIRUS UPDATES
BEACHES & PROMENADE CLOSED:
On March 27, Mayor Leonard Desiderio announced that all of Sea Isle City’s Beaches and the Promenade (aka: boardwalk) are closed to the public until further notice.
“Sea Isle City’s beach and promenade are our greatest attraction, and as such are a prime spot for social gatherings, that we’ve been ordered by Governor Murphy to stop,” said the Mayor. “Our challenge in local government is to take the necessary steps to ensure that we enable everyone to comply with the governor’s orders not to have social gatherings and to maintain proper social distancing.”
“While we understand that the beaches and promenade are desirable locations for permitted activities, such as running and walking, we must consider the potential for unnecessary close contact occurring,” added the Mayor. “Accordingly, the City is closing all beaches and the promenade to public access, effective immediately. We understand this may be an inconvenience to some folks, but please know that this measure is being taken for the health and safety of everyone.”
CLICK HERE to read Mayor's Desiderio's March 24 Message
CLICK HERE to read Governor Murphy's March 21 Coronavirus Executive Order.
CLICK HERE for a VIDEO MESSAGE from Mayor Desiderio, created March 20, 2020.
CLICK HERE for a March 16 Press Release from Trenton with directives from Governor Murphy.
FACILITY CLOSURES DUE TO CORONAVIRUS:
The folloiwng City buidlings and facilities are temporarily CLOSED to the public until further notice...
--City Hall - PLEASE NOTE: the public is permitted in the lobby of City Hall, where a limited amount of City business will take place. Also, the Beach Tag Vending Machine is accessible 24-hours a day in the lobby of CIty Hall (609-263-4461).
--The Welcome Center (609-263-8687).
--The Community Lodge.
--The Recreation Center / former Public School building (609-263-8687).
--All Public Works Buildings (609-263-6000).
--The Trash & Recycling Drop-Off Area adjacent to the Sea Isle Bridge (609-263-6000).
--Sea Isle City's Parks, Playgrounds, Basketball Courts, Tennis & Pickleball Courts, Skate Park and all other Recreation Faciliites are closed to the public until further notice (609-263-8687).
TRASH & RECYCLING COLLECTIONS:
Even though Sea Isle's Trash & Recycling Drop-Off Area is closed to the public, curbside trash and recycling collections will continue to take place (the "winter" collection schedule is still in effect). To speak with the Department of Public Works, phone 609-263-6000.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH:
The Sea Isle United Methodist Church Food Pantry remains open during the Coronavirus crisis, however donations are needed. Please phone ahead to arrange food pick-ups or to drop-off donations: 609-231-4929.
EVENT CHANGES & CANCELLATIONS:
--The VIM Cocktails for Care fundraiser on March 27 at KIX-McNutleys has been postponed until May 1.
--Sea Isle City's Vietnam Veterans Day Cermony on March 29 has been postponed. A new date for this event will be announced in the future.
--The Easter Program & Egg Hunt on April 1 at Dealy FIeld is Cancelled.
CORONAVIRUS INFO: The Cape May County Department of Health created an informational brochure on coronavirus (COVID-19). CLICK HERE to view the brochure.
CITY COUNCIL'S NEXT MEETING:
City Council's next meeting will take place on Tuesday, April 14, at 10:00 a.m. in Council Chambers, located on the third floor of City Hall.
STAY INFORMED:
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CLICK HERE for Sea Isle City's March 26, 2020 E-Newsletter.
Master Plan Re-Examination Update:
The Master Plan re-examination report was adopted by the City’s Planning Board on August 14, 2017. In previous reviews by City Council of the re-examination report, council members were in agreement to move forward and prioritize several of the recommendations contained within the report, including…
Parking:
• Evaluate satellite parking lots
• Increase requirements for residential and mixed-use parking
Parks, Recreation & Open Space:
• Recommend a professional facility study be performed on the former Public School Building (this should have a high funding priority)
• Demolish the Old Fire House on West Jersey Avenue and use that space to augment recreation or parking
• Perform a study to determine the feasibility and funding for a kayak and paddleboard launch and storage area at Dealy Field – and also adding a boardwalk along the bay for educational nature trails
Storm Water Management:
• Prepare a comprehensive Flood Control Plan in partnership with the County to address flooding issues
• Work with Federal, State and County government to address bay flooding solutions
Economic Development:
• Formalize a designated person, who will work directly with the business community and Chamber of Commerce to achieve common goals
Master Plan Re-Examination Draft:
CLICK HERE to view the adopted Master Plan Re-Exam Report (August 2017).
Master Plan Re-Examination Survey:
In 2015, Sea Isle City created a survey as part of the Master Plan Re-Examinatino Process. The results from that survey are available in a 21-page document. The Master Plan Re-Examination is still underway, and the results from the survey are a useful tool for that process.
CLICK HERE to view the survey results.
FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE:
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.
FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT PRESENTATION - February 11, 2020:
On February 11, 2020, representatives from Sea Isle City's Floodplain Management Planning Committee updated City Council and the public on the City's Floodplain Management Plan. To view the Power Point Presentaion used during that update, please CLICK HERE. For additional information, please phone Neil Byrne at 609-263-4461, ext. 1301
SEA ISLE CITY FLOOD MITIGATION STUDY - NOVEMBER 13, 2018
Sea Isle City’s Engineer recently completed a city-wide Flood Mitigation Study, which examined Sea Isle’s drainage system and each of its components. Listed below are the findings from that study which was made public during the November 13th City Council meeting.
2018 Flood Mitigation Study Results
2018 Flood Mitigation Study Mapping
Public Works Is Hiring for the Summer:
The City of Sea Isle City is hiring seasonal employees for the summer in the Department of Public Works performing a variety of manual labor duties including evening janitors at $14.00 per hour. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. For additional info, phone (609) 263-6000, ext. 17. To apply, click the "Summer Employment Application" link below. Mail application to Department of Public Works, c/o Victoria Rutledge, 3905 Central Avenue, Sea Isle City, NJ 08243; feel free to drop off at that location or fax to (609) 263-9972.
You may also apply for beach tag, lifeguard and recreation positions. To apply, click the "Summer Employment Application" link below. Mail application to City Hall, c/o Human Resources, 233 JFK Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Sea Isle City, NJ 08243; feel free to drop off at that location or fax to (609) 263-3020.
Thank you.
Summer Employment Application