November 15, 2012
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MAYOR’S MESSAGE:
Without a doubt, the past few weeks have affected each of us in ways that we won’t soon forget. Fortunately, even though Sea Isle City did sustain some damage during Hurricane Sandy, we have every reason to be thankful that the storm did not impact our community as it did other towns to the north. Yes, we did receive serious damage to our Public Safety Building on JFK Boulevard and City Hall on Landis Avenue, however we are already moving forward and executing plans to resolve those problems – all the while keeping an eye on the future and giving consideration to the many municipal functions that we must perform in the weeks, months and years ahead.
Because both City Hall and our Public Safety Building had over one-foot of water in their first floors, which resulted in heating, electrical and infrastructure problems, those two buildings are now considered “beyond reasonable repair.” Therefore, after much consideration, we have decided to tear down the Public Safety Building, which for over thirty years has been the home of our Police Department, Volunteer Fire Department, Construction Office and Municipal Courts. Our plan is to build a modern municipal complex in the footprint of the existing Public Safety Building, which will serve as the new home for many of our municipal functions – including our police and fire departments, municipal courts, construction office and all City Hall operations.
As the City develops plans for the construction of the new municipal complex on JFK Boulevard, we will actively seek State and Federal grant money to help finance that project. Details about that effort will follow as available.
In the meantime, we have already begun to move our Police Department and other City operations into the vacant Sea Isle City Public School on Park Road, which was not damaged during the hurricane. Our clerk’s office has already created an appropriate space inside the school, where we will hold City Council meetings from now on. In the days ahead, City Hall, the Construction Office and our Municipal Courts will also be moved into the school and will operate there until construction of our new municipal complex on JFK Boulevard is completed, which is anticipated to take place in autumn of 2014. As this important project evolves, we will keep you informed of all developments as they occur.
I would be remiss if I did not mention the many City employees who have worked diligently before, during and after Hurricane Sandy to ensure our community’s safety and well-being. My hat goes off to our City Business Administrator George Savastano (who spent two nights riding out the storm on the second level of City Hall), the Sea Isle City Public Works Department (who have done an amazing job clearing debris and sand in Sandy’s wake), the Sea Isle City Police Department and Office of Emergency Management (who kept us safe every step of the way), the members of Sea Isle’s Volunteer Fire Department and Ambulance Corps (who answered more calls during and after the storm than you can imagine), the Sea Isle City Beach Patrol (who physically shoveled two feet of sand from the first level of their headquarters immediately after the storm), the employees at City Hall (including our Municipal Clerk’s Office and Financial Department, who have been working under very difficult conditions while waiting to move into the public school), our Construction Official Neil Byrne and his staff, and everyone else who has put the interests of our town before their own. Because of their efforts, Sea Isle City never missed a beat during the storm with regards to public safety and the necessary services our town requires.
It is also important to mention that, due to the efforts of our Public Works Department, Sea Isle City did not need to hire outside contractors to clear sand and debris after the storm – just as many other island communities have been forced to do. Since the storm passed, property owners have continually told me how amazed they are by the amount of work that has been accomplished in such a short period of time. Obviously, never before have the benefits of “teamwork” been more evident in Sea Isle City.
In addition to our many public officials and City employees who “stepped up to the plate” during Hurricane Sandy, I am also very grateful to the countless volunteers who have joined together in the storm’s aftermath to clean-away debris and help their neighbors in need. On Saturday, our Chamber of Commerce & Revitalization organized and executed the cleaning of Excursion Park and the Promenade at JFK Boulevard, where Sandy dumped thousands of pounds of sand. I can’t say enough about the good work our chamber does for this community throughout the year – no matter what the weather – and I am grateful to each volunteer who has made a difference in our town.
Fortunately, local businesses are already re-opening – and continue to re-open – all over Sea Isle City. I am also very happy to report that the Sea Isle City Chamber of Commerce and Revitalization is holding their annual “Girls Weekend” as planed on November 16, 17 and 18. Please visit the chamber’s website, www.seaislechamber.com, to learn where to shop, eat and play this weekend – and what special deals will be available.
In closing, I would like to once again say how proud I am to be the mayor of Sea Isle City. In fact, I have never been more proud to be associated with the good people of this town, who bravely and selflessly responded to the needs of others as Hurricane Sandy rolled along our coastline. As is often the case during my newsletter messages, I have several “shout outs” for people who I would like to acknowledge. My thanks go to Sea Isle’s Public Works employees, Chris Glancey and the entire Chamber of Commerce & Revitalization, Joe Ragusa of JAR Contractors, Joe and Maureen Prato, VFW Post 1963, Boy Scout Troop 76, Shane Dietrich and Michael Gardener of Clermont, and the many other volunteers who are helping return us to normal.
Have a happy and healthy Thanksgiving! See you at the Holiday Extravaganza during Thanksgiving weekend!
Smile…You’re in Sea Isle!
Without a doubt, the past few weeks have affected each of us in ways that we won’t soon forget. Fortunately, even though Sea Isle City did sustain some damage during Hurricane Sandy, we have every reason to be thankful that the storm did not impact our community as it did other towns to the north. Yes, we did receive serious damage to our Public Safety Building on JFK Boulevard and City Hall on Landis Avenue, however we are already moving forward and executing plans to resolve those problems – all the while keeping an eye on the future and giving consideration to the many municipal functions that we must perform in the weeks, months and years ahead.
Because both City Hall and our Public Safety Building had over one-foot of water in their first floors, which resulted in heating, electrical and infrastructure problems, those two buildings are now considered “beyond reasonable repair.” Therefore, after much consideration, we have decided to tear down the Public Safety Building, which for over thirty years has been the home of our Police Department, Volunteer Fire Department, Construction Office and Municipal Courts. Our plan is to build a modern municipal complex in the footprint of the existing Public Safety Building, which will serve as the new home for many of our municipal functions – including our police and fire departments, municipal courts, construction office and all City Hall operations.
As the City develops plans for the construction of the new municipal complex on JFK Boulevard, we will actively seek State and Federal grant money to help finance that project. Details about that effort will follow as available.
In the meantime, we have already begun to move our Police Department and other City operations into the vacant Sea Isle City Public School on Park Road, which was not damaged during the hurricane. Our clerk’s office has already created an appropriate space inside the school, where we will hold City Council meetings from now on. In the days ahead, City Hall, the Construction Office and our Municipal Courts will also be moved into the school and will operate there until construction of our new municipal complex on JFK Boulevard is completed, which is anticipated to take place in autumn of 2014. As this important project evolves, we will keep you informed of all developments as they occur.
I would be remiss if I did not mention the many City employees who have worked diligently before, during and after Hurricane Sandy to ensure our community’s safety and well-being. My hat goes off to our City Business Administrator George Savastano (who spent two nights riding out the storm on the second level of City Hall), the Sea Isle City Public Works Department (who have done an amazing job clearing debris and sand in Sandy’s wake), the Sea Isle City Police Department and Office of Emergency Management (who kept us safe every step of the way), the members of Sea Isle’s Volunteer Fire Department and Ambulance Corps (who answered more calls during and after the storm than you can imagine), the Sea Isle City Beach Patrol (who physically shoveled two feet of sand from the first level of their headquarters immediately after the storm), the employees at City Hall (including our Municipal Clerk’s Office and Financial Department, who have been working under very difficult conditions while waiting to move into the public school), our Construction Official Neil Byrne and his staff, and everyone else who has put the interests of our town before their own. Because of their efforts, Sea Isle City never missed a beat during the storm with regards to public safety and the necessary services our town requires.
It is also important to mention that, due to the efforts of our Public Works Department, Sea Isle City did not need to hire outside contractors to clear sand and debris after the storm – just as many other island communities have been forced to do. Since the storm passed, property owners have continually told me how amazed they are by the amount of work that has been accomplished in such a short period of time. Obviously, never before have the benefits of “teamwork” been more evident in Sea Isle City.
In addition to our many public officials and City employees who “stepped up to the plate” during Hurricane Sandy, I am also very grateful to the countless volunteers who have joined together in the storm’s aftermath to clean-away debris and help their neighbors in need. On Saturday, our Chamber of Commerce & Revitalization organized and executed the cleaning of Excursion Park and the Promenade at JFK Boulevard, where Sandy dumped thousands of pounds of sand. I can’t say enough about the good work our chamber does for this community throughout the year – no matter what the weather – and I am grateful to each volunteer who has made a difference in our town.
Fortunately, local businesses are already re-opening – and continue to re-open – all over Sea Isle City. I am also very happy to report that the Sea Isle City Chamber of Commerce and Revitalization is holding their annual “Girls Weekend” as planed on November 16, 17 and 18. Please visit the chamber’s website, www.seaislechamber.com, to learn where to shop, eat and play this weekend – and what special deals will be available.
In closing, I would like to once again say how proud I am to be the mayor of Sea Isle City. In fact, I have never been more proud to be associated with the good people of this town, who bravely and selflessly responded to the needs of others as Hurricane Sandy rolled along our coastline. As is often the case during my newsletter messages, I have several “shout outs” for people who I would like to acknowledge. My thanks go to Sea Isle’s Public Works employees, Chris Glancey and the entire Chamber of Commerce & Revitalization, Joe Ragusa of JAR Contractors, Joe and Maureen Prato, VFW Post 1963, Boy Scout Troop 76, Shane Dietrich and Michael Gardener of Clermont, and the many other volunteers who are helping return us to normal.
Have a happy and healthy Thanksgiving! See you at the Holiday Extravaganza during Thanksgiving weekend!
Smile…You’re in Sea Isle!
Mayor Leonard C. Desiderio.
COUNCIL MESSAGE:
City Council would like to publically commend and thank Sea Isle City’s many municipal employees, who have worked tirelessly in the weeks following Hurricane Sandy. The City looks so much better today than it did immediately after the storm, and we have our City employees to thank for that! Even though the work is not yet completed, you can expect that Sea Isle City will continue to look better and better with each passing week.
Currently, Sea Isle's City Engineer is performing surveys of our beaches to help quantify the erosion that occurred during the storm event. However, at a glance, it is evident that, while it suffered some erosion, the beach did a fantastic job of protecting private and public property. This was possible in large part to the recent beach replenishment programs undertaken by the City over the past several years. As a result of these proactive projects, not only was our property provided with vital shore protection, but we also have significant beach remaining, and we anticipate the summer of 2013 will be a wonderful season to spend on the sand here in Sea Isle City
As was announced on November 6, the City of Sea Isle City is working in conjunction with several local civic organizations to provide relief for the less fortunate victims of the recent storm. VFW Post 1963 is currently collecting non-perishable food and clothing (please drop-off items at the Post on JFK Boulevard), monetary donations for victims are now being accepted at any First Bank of Sea Isle City location (make checks payable to Hurricane Sandy Sea Isle City Relief Fund), and the Chamber of Commerce & Revitalization is offering ten families who suffered losses during the hurricane the opportunity to spend the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday weekend in Sea Isle City for free. The chamber is currently working with local businesses, property owners and anyone who is willing to donate their home or other gifts during Sea Isle’s 1st Annual Holiday Extravaganza between Wednesday, November 21 and Sunday, November 25. Local property owners who would like to donate their homes can contact any realtor in town or the Chamber directly at (609) 263-9090. City Council applauds the chamber and all those who are willing to help this effort.
As work continues around town to recover from Hurricane Sandy, City Council continues to work on our 2013 Municipal Budget along with our 5-Year Capital Funding Program. A further analysis of the Capital Funding Program will be considered during a public workshop on Tuesday, November 27, at 2:00 p.m. in the Public School on Park Road. All are invited to attend that meeting because community input is valuable to us.
In closing, we hope to see as many people as possible attend the Chamber of Commerce and Revitalization’s 1st Annual Holiday Extravaganza on November 23-24, when you and your family can enjoy ice skating at Excursion Park (skate rentals will be available), a holiday parade with Santa, a tree lighting ceremony, entertainment and many other activities. Please visit the chamber’s website, www.seaislechamber.com for more information about the Extravaganza. And, don’t forget to visit Sea Isle City’s website, www.seaislecitynj.us, for details about other upcoming holiday events, such as the Sea Isle City Historical Museum’s Open House on December 8. Also, when shopping this holiday season, don’t forget to visit The Crooked Tail Thrift Shop, 4208 Landis Avenue, where all proceeds benefit Save Our Strays and Sea Isle’s stray cat population.
Best regards from the members of City Council
PROJECT UPDATES:
Obviously, City projects, both current and future, have been greatly impacted by the unprecedented storm event we’ve just experienced. While all the projects that were under contract, and in various stages of preparation or construction, will move forward to completion, our plans for the future have been altered by this event. In the week prior to the storm event, the City Council held a capital plan workshop to review the proposed citywide capital improvements for the five year period of 2013 through 2017. In addition, the council received an update on the ongoing facility study, which involves needs assessment and recommendations to address public facility requirements now and into the future. As a result of the storm event, the facility study has been significantly altered. As indicated in the Mayor’s message, we are embarking on a plan to build a modern municipal complex in the footprint of the existing Public Safety Building. The planning and design of this facility will be a very public process, and we will keep you updated as we proceed with this project, along with all projects related to our recovery from this historic storm event.
The following are updates for ongoing projects which were underway at the time of the storm:
Lagoon Dredging – The contractor, Wickberg Marine Contracting of Belford, NJ, has completed dredging Rio Grande Lagoon, Rio Delle Isole, and a portion of Rio Del Amore.
All lagoons being dredged are as follows:
Rio Grande (south side of 47th Place)
Rio Delle Stelle (between 46th and 47th Place)
Rio Delle Luna (between 45th and 46th Place)
Rio Del Amore (between 44th Street and 45th Place)
Rio Delle Isole (along Venicean Road)
Rio Del Barche (between 43rd Place and 44th Street)
Rio Del Affare (between 42nd and 43rd Place)
Rio Delle Ponte (along Park Road on either side of 43rd Place)
The project provides for the ability of private property owners adjacent to the project area to enter into an agreement with the dredging contractor to dredge their private slips (at the private owner’s expense). In conjunction with the City project, properties at the above locations do have the required permits to perform private slip dredging.
As part of this project, consistent with the commitment to afford the opportunity to private property owners to have their slips dredged (at their own expense), the City continues to work with the Army Corps of Engineers and the NJ Department of Environmental Protection to obtain permits for previously identified areas of need, including the western side of Venicean Road (along the Intracoastal waterway) and along Sounds Avenue in the area of 38th Street. Permits for these areas are expected to be obtained by next month, which will allow time for these property owners to come to agreement with the dredging contractor to have their slips dredged prior to completion of the overall project.
Sewer and Road Reconstruction on Central Avenue (49th to 69th Street) - The project has been contracted to the firm of Lewandowski Construction Industries, Inc., of Waterford, NJ. This project was put on hold due to the storm event, and will resume operations the week of November 19th. The sewer portion of the project is expected to be completed this winter; after which the entire roadway will be resurfaced (in the spring). The project will provide for an upgraded sewer system and new road surface for the entire one mile stretch of roadway. This section of sewer has been problematic for years, with continuous maintenance issues; and this project will not only provide for appropriate sewage infrastructure, it will assist in decreasing the amount of ground water sent to the county sewage treatment plant, thus saving in unnecessary costs associated with the treatment of “infiltration” water.
Utility Reconstruction on Landis Avenue (54th to 69th Street) – The project has been contracted to F.W. Shawl & Sons of Marmora, NJ, and will provide for water and sewer line replacement in advance of the County project to resurface Landis Avenue from 54th to 69th Street. This project was put on hold due to the storm, and resumed operations this week. The County is scheduled to resurface Landis Avenue from 54th to 63rd Street in the spring of 2013. 63rd to 69th Street is now planned to be resurfaced following the summer of 2013.
Inflow and Infiltration (I & I) Remediation – NO CHANGE FROM PREVIOUS UPDATE - The firm of Video Pipe Services, Inc. of Newfield, NJ, has substantially completed the project, and is in the process of working with the City Engineer to close-out the project. The need for this project was identified over the past several years through a comprehensive investigation and analysis of the City’s sewer system. Sewer systems are prone to both inflow (overland water entering the sewer system through manhole covers and other surface openings in the system); and infiltration (entry of groundwater into pipelines through cracks, deteriorated pipe, and pipe joints). The effects of I & I are symptoms of deterioration of the sewer system that must be corrected to avoid more problematic maintenance issues and potential failure of the sewer system. I & I is also costly, in that the City must pay for the unnecessary treatment of water that enters the sanitary sewer system. This is the first phase of a multi-year citywide sewer maintenance and improvement project that will ensure the continued viability of the City’s vital sewer infrastructure. The next phase of I & I work will involve replacement of sewer lines that cannot be substantially corrected through internal, “no-dig” repairs, as were performed in this phase. As those projects are engineered and prepared for bidding and construction, we will provide updates on the specific details of the projects.
Utility Reconstruction, Various Streets - This project was also put on hold due to the storm, and resumed operations this week. The project includes replacement of deteriorated underground utilities (water and sewer) in several streets, as part of the City’s comprehensive road and utility program. The project is being performed by Garden State General Construction, Inc., of Rio Grande, NJ. Following utility work, the streets will receive new surface paving. The following streets are included in this project:
1. 42nd Street, Landis Avenue to Promenade
2. 48th Street, Landis Avenue to Promenade
3. 50th Street, Landis Avenue to Promenade
4. 51st Street, Landis Avenue to Promenade
5. 60th Street, Landis Avenue to Central Avenue
6. 43rd Place street end with guide rail barrier
7. 79th Street, Landis Avenue to Central Avenue
8. 60th Street, Landis Avenue to Beach End
JFK Boulevard Reconstruction, from Bridge to Landis Avenue – The County worked with the City to design this project to reconstruct and reconfigure JFK Boulevard from the bridge to Landis Avenue. The project limits also include reconstruction of Landis Avenue from JFK Boulevard to 40th Street. The project scope includes the addition of widened sidewalks, decorative lighting, streetscape improvements and landscaping, a new traffic light at JFK Boulevard and Park Road, drainage improvements, and elevation of the road surface which will assist during times of flooding. The project involves federal funding, and the County has obtained authorization from federal and state agencies to proceed to bidding. The County will receive bids for the project on November 28, which will allow them to award a contract for a winter construction start. In this event, construction is expected to take place between January and May 2013.
Water Well and Well House Construction at 50th Street – The contract was awarded at the September 25th Council meeting to the successful low bidder, B&H Contracting, Inc., of Folsom, NJ, in the amount of $1,363,000. Demolition of the building has taken place, and the contractor is in the process of preparing to drill for the new well. Ultimately, the project will provide for the capability to deliver approximately one million gallons of water each day to City residents, and will help to ensure the viability of our critical water infrastructure now and into the future. A portion of the work will require around the clock operations (during well drilling, which will extend to a depth of over 800 feet). The surrounding residents will be notified regarding these operations, and the City will take measures to minimize any inconveniences. The project is expected to be completed prior to the summer 2013 season.
Mill/Pave Overlay of Various Streets - On October 3rd, the City received three bids for the milling and re-paving of various streets. During the October 9 City Council meeting, Council awarded the contract to South State, Inc., of Bridgeton, NJ, in the amount of $317,185.66. A pre-construction meeting was held for the project last month. The work is scheduled to be completed this fall. The following streets are included in the project:
30th St. Landis to Bay End
34th St. Landis to Central
38th St. Landis to Central
39th St. Landis to Central
40th St. Central to Cini
40th St. Cini to Kneass
Cini St. 39th to 40th
47th St. Central to Park
Roberts Ave. 77th to 79th
86th St. Landis to Pleasure
Roberts Ave. 56th Street to 54th
Utility Services at Intersections of 42nd and 44th Street on Central Avenue – The project is being performed by Garden State Construction, of Rio Grande, NJ, and involves replacement of the water main at the 42nd and 44th street intersections of Central Avenue. The work at 42nd and Central was completed prior to the storm, and 44th and Central Avenue is expected to be complete in the next two weeks. The work is being done in advance of repaving of Central Avenue from JFK to 49th Street (the repaving costs will be offset by grant funding from the New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund).
All lagoons being dredged are as follows:
Rio Grande (south side of 47th Place)
Rio Delle Stelle (between 46th and 47th Place)
Rio Delle Luna (between 45th and 46th Place)
Rio Del Amore (between 44th Street and 45th Place)
Rio Delle Isole (along Venicean Road)
Rio Del Barche (between 43rd Place and 44th Street)
Rio Del Affare (between 42nd and 43rd Place)
Rio Delle Ponte (along Park Road on either side of 43rd Place)
The project provides for the ability of private property owners adjacent to the project area to enter into an agreement with the dredging contractor to dredge their private slips (at the private owner’s expense). In conjunction with the City project, properties at the above locations do have the required permits to perform private slip dredging.
As part of this project, consistent with the commitment to afford the opportunity to private property owners to have their slips dredged (at their own expense), the City continues to work with the Army Corps of Engineers and the NJ Department of Environmental Protection to obtain permits for previously identified areas of need, including the western side of Venicean Road (along the Intracoastal waterway) and along Sounds Avenue in the area of 38th Street. Permits for these areas are expected to be obtained by next month, which will allow time for these property owners to come to agreement with the dredging contractor to have their slips dredged prior to completion of the overall project.
Sewer and Road Reconstruction on Central Avenue (49th to 69th Street) - The project has been contracted to the firm of Lewandowski Construction Industries, Inc., of Waterford, NJ. This project was put on hold due to the storm event, and will resume operations the week of November 19th. The sewer portion of the project is expected to be completed this winter; after which the entire roadway will be resurfaced (in the spring). The project will provide for an upgraded sewer system and new road surface for the entire one mile stretch of roadway. This section of sewer has been problematic for years, with continuous maintenance issues; and this project will not only provide for appropriate sewage infrastructure, it will assist in decreasing the amount of ground water sent to the county sewage treatment plant, thus saving in unnecessary costs associated with the treatment of “infiltration” water.
Utility Reconstruction on Landis Avenue (54th to 69th Street) – The project has been contracted to F.W. Shawl & Sons of Marmora, NJ, and will provide for water and sewer line replacement in advance of the County project to resurface Landis Avenue from 54th to 69th Street. This project was put on hold due to the storm, and resumed operations this week. The County is scheduled to resurface Landis Avenue from 54th to 63rd Street in the spring of 2013. 63rd to 69th Street is now planned to be resurfaced following the summer of 2013.
Inflow and Infiltration (I & I) Remediation – NO CHANGE FROM PREVIOUS UPDATE - The firm of Video Pipe Services, Inc. of Newfield, NJ, has substantially completed the project, and is in the process of working with the City Engineer to close-out the project. The need for this project was identified over the past several years through a comprehensive investigation and analysis of the City’s sewer system. Sewer systems are prone to both inflow (overland water entering the sewer system through manhole covers and other surface openings in the system); and infiltration (entry of groundwater into pipelines through cracks, deteriorated pipe, and pipe joints). The effects of I & I are symptoms of deterioration of the sewer system that must be corrected to avoid more problematic maintenance issues and potential failure of the sewer system. I & I is also costly, in that the City must pay for the unnecessary treatment of water that enters the sanitary sewer system. This is the first phase of a multi-year citywide sewer maintenance and improvement project that will ensure the continued viability of the City’s vital sewer infrastructure. The next phase of I & I work will involve replacement of sewer lines that cannot be substantially corrected through internal, “no-dig” repairs, as were performed in this phase. As those projects are engineered and prepared for bidding and construction, we will provide updates on the specific details of the projects.
Utility Reconstruction, Various Streets - This project was also put on hold due to the storm, and resumed operations this week. The project includes replacement of deteriorated underground utilities (water and sewer) in several streets, as part of the City’s comprehensive road and utility program. The project is being performed by Garden State General Construction, Inc., of Rio Grande, NJ. Following utility work, the streets will receive new surface paving. The following streets are included in this project:
1. 42nd Street, Landis Avenue to Promenade
2. 48th Street, Landis Avenue to Promenade
3. 50th Street, Landis Avenue to Promenade
4. 51st Street, Landis Avenue to Promenade
5. 60th Street, Landis Avenue to Central Avenue
6. 43rd Place street end with guide rail barrier
7. 79th Street, Landis Avenue to Central Avenue
8. 60th Street, Landis Avenue to Beach End
JFK Boulevard Reconstruction, from Bridge to Landis Avenue – The County worked with the City to design this project to reconstruct and reconfigure JFK Boulevard from the bridge to Landis Avenue. The project limits also include reconstruction of Landis Avenue from JFK Boulevard to 40th Street. The project scope includes the addition of widened sidewalks, decorative lighting, streetscape improvements and landscaping, a new traffic light at JFK Boulevard and Park Road, drainage improvements, and elevation of the road surface which will assist during times of flooding. The project involves federal funding, and the County has obtained authorization from federal and state agencies to proceed to bidding. The County will receive bids for the project on November 28, which will allow them to award a contract for a winter construction start. In this event, construction is expected to take place between January and May 2013.
Water Well and Well House Construction at 50th Street – The contract was awarded at the September 25th Council meeting to the successful low bidder, B&H Contracting, Inc., of Folsom, NJ, in the amount of $1,363,000. Demolition of the building has taken place, and the contractor is in the process of preparing to drill for the new well. Ultimately, the project will provide for the capability to deliver approximately one million gallons of water each day to City residents, and will help to ensure the viability of our critical water infrastructure now and into the future. A portion of the work will require around the clock operations (during well drilling, which will extend to a depth of over 800 feet). The surrounding residents will be notified regarding these operations, and the City will take measures to minimize any inconveniences. The project is expected to be completed prior to the summer 2013 season.
Mill/Pave Overlay of Various Streets - On October 3rd, the City received three bids for the milling and re-paving of various streets. During the October 9 City Council meeting, Council awarded the contract to South State, Inc., of Bridgeton, NJ, in the amount of $317,185.66. A pre-construction meeting was held for the project last month. The work is scheduled to be completed this fall. The following streets are included in the project:
30th St. Landis to Bay End
34th St. Landis to Central
38th St. Landis to Central
39th St. Landis to Central
40th St. Central to Cini
40th St. Cini to Kneass
Cini St. 39th to 40th
47th St. Central to Park
Roberts Ave. 77th to 79th
86th St. Landis to Pleasure
Roberts Ave. 56th Street to 54th
Utility Services at Intersections of 42nd and 44th Street on Central Avenue – The project is being performed by Garden State Construction, of Rio Grande, NJ, and involves replacement of the water main at the 42nd and 44th street intersections of Central Avenue. The work at 42nd and Central was completed prior to the storm, and 44th and Central Avenue is expected to be complete in the next two weeks. The work is being done in advance of repaving of Central Avenue from JFK to 49th Street (the repaving costs will be offset by grant funding from the New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund).
ILLEGAL DUMPING WILL NOT BE TOLERATED:
Please visit the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection to learn about fines and the environmental impact of illegal dumping, www.nj.gov/dep/.
PAY-IT-FORWARD FUNDRAISER FOR HURRICANE SANDY VICTIMS:
A fundraiser will be held at The Wildwood Country Club on Friday November 16th, 2012 to raise money for victims that lost everything during Hurricane Sandy. The fundraiser will include a golf tournament scramble at 11:30 a.m., followed by dinner between 6:00 and 9:00 p.m. with an auction and live entertainment by “Cowabunga Chris” and North Jersey’s “Max McGuire.” If you can’t make the golf outing, you can attend just the dinner and open bar for $50.00 . Items for the auction are currently being collected. RSVP to Jamie Sofroney at Jamie@landisco.com or phone (609)-425-5555 for more details.
SEA ISLE CITY HELPS HURRICANE VICTIMS:
Non-perishable food items and clothing are now being collected for local Hurricane Sandy victims. You can drop-off donations at Sea Isle City’s VFW Post 1963, located on JFK Boulevard at the foot of the Sea Isle Bridge.
Registered VFW Veterans may be eligible for financial assistance from the VFW’s National Office. Vets should visit their local VFW for more information about this program.
The members of VFW Post 1963 are willing to assist hurricane victims in various other ways, including helping residents find reputable contractors. Please contact the VFW is you need their help.
Monetary donations are being collected for Sea Isle City residents affected by the hurricane. To make a donation, bring checks or money orders (payable to “Hurricane Sandy Sea Isle City Relief Fund”) to any 1st Bank of Sea Isle City location or mail donations directly to 4301 Landis Avenue, Sea Isle City, NJ 08243.
The Sea Isle City Chamber of Commerce & Revitalization is searching for local property owners who are willing to donate their homes during Sea Isle’s 1st Annual Holiday Extravaganza, which will take place between Wednesday, November 21, and Sunday, November 25. Ten families displaced by Hurricane Sandy will be chosen to enjoy those homes during Thanksgiving weekend, and they will also receive a full Thanksgiving dinner and other gifts. Local property owners who would like to donate their homes during Thanksgiving weekend can contact any realtor in Sea Isle City or phone the Chamber of Commerce and Revitalization at (609) 263-9090.
HOW TO CHECK CONTRACTORS:
HOW TO CHECK CONTRACTORS:
Call Cape May County Consumer Affairs, 609-886-2903, or visit the New Jersey Consumer Affairs Website: www.njconsumeraffairs.gov then:
1. Scroll down to licensee search.
2. General public access
3. Business or person search
Note: if it doesn’t show up under a business of person search, try using the City search.
You can also phone # 1-800-242-5846 and follow the prompts.
HAVING INSURANCE PROBLEMS?
1. Scroll down to licensee search.
2. General public access
3. Business or person search
Note: if it doesn’t show up under a business of person search, try using the City search.
You can also phone # 1-800-242-5846 and follow the prompts.
HAVING INSURANCE PROBLEMS?
If you are having insurance problems, you can contact New Jersey Department of Insurance, www.dobi.nj.gov or 1-800-446-7467
FEMA INFO:
FEMA INFO:
FEMA Disaster Assistance: 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or www.DisasterAssistance.gov.
You can also visit the Sea Isle City Welcome Center to speak with a City employees about FEMA paperwork.
HOW TO AVOID DESATER-RELATED SCAMS:
You can also visit the Sea Isle City Welcome Center to speak with a City employees about FEMA paperwork.
HOW TO AVOID DESATER-RELATED SCAMS:
Visit:
http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/disaster/floodtipsflyer_1.pdf
or
http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/disaster/floodtipsflyerSP_1.pdf
DISASTER RECOVERY CENTER REMAINS OPEN:
http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/disaster/floodtipsflyer_1.pdf
or
http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/disaster/floodtipsflyerSP_1.pdf
DISASTER RECOVERY CENTER REMAINS OPEN:
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) continues to assist residents and business owners in Cape May County who incurred damage during Hurricane Sandy. The Disaster Recovery Center is located in the lower level of the Cape May County Main Library at 30 West Mechanic Street; Cape May Court House, New Jersey.
The Center is open at the following times:
Monday through Thursday - 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday and Saturday - 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Those affected by Hurricane Sandy can register for FEMA assistance, Housing Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, Unemployment Assistance and receive Small Business Association loan information.
Please call 1-800-621-FEMA for additional information.
FLU VACCINE:
The Center is open at the following times:
Monday through Thursday - 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday and Saturday - 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Those affected by Hurricane Sandy can register for FEMA assistance, Housing Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, Unemployment Assistance and receive Small Business Association loan information.
Please call 1-800-621-FEMA for additional information.
FLU VACCINE:
On November 8, the Cape May County Communications Office announced these date for free Flu Vaccine Clinics…
December 5:
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Main Library, 30 W. Mechanic Street, CMCH
December 12:
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Department of Health, 6 Moore Road, Bldg #17, CMCH
While supplies last, the FluMist nasal spray vaccine will be offered in addition to the injectable vaccine at these clinics. The high-dose vaccine for seniors and the pneumonia vaccine will be offered at the November 14th and December 12th clinics held at the Department of Health. Seniors who want the high-dose vaccine need to bring their Medicare and supplemental insurance cards to the clinic.
As a reminder, the CDC recommends an annual flu shot for everyone older than 6 months of age. The New Jersey Department of Health requires that children less than 5 years old who attend daycare or preschool receive a flu shot each year by the end of December. Children who are not vaccinated will not be able to attend school after that time until the end of the flu season, which is currently estimated as the end of March.
If you have a severe allergy to eggs, other vaccine component, or if you have been told by a doctor that you have had Guillain-Barré syndrome, you need to receive the flu vaccine from your personal physician.
To keep up to date on all of the County’s flu clinics, check the website at www.cmchealth.net or call the flu hotline at 463-6581.
4TH QUARTER TAX GRACE PERIOD EXTENDED:
The grace period for 4th quarter property taxes has been extended to Friday, November 16th, 2012. Payments not received in the tax office by Friday Nov. 16th, 2012, will accrue interest from the original due date of November 1st, 2012. To pay your taxes online, visit www.seaislecitynj.us. Taxes can also be paid in person or via the U.S. Postal Service by mailing checks or money orders City Hall, Tax Office, 4416 Landis Avenue, Sea Isle City, NJ 08243. To speak with a representative from the Tax Office, phone 263-4461, ext. 213.
December 5:
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Main Library, 30 W. Mechanic Street, CMCH
December 12:
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Department of Health, 6 Moore Road, Bldg #17, CMCH
While supplies last, the FluMist nasal spray vaccine will be offered in addition to the injectable vaccine at these clinics. The high-dose vaccine for seniors and the pneumonia vaccine will be offered at the November 14th and December 12th clinics held at the Department of Health. Seniors who want the high-dose vaccine need to bring their Medicare and supplemental insurance cards to the clinic.
As a reminder, the CDC recommends an annual flu shot for everyone older than 6 months of age. The New Jersey Department of Health requires that children less than 5 years old who attend daycare or preschool receive a flu shot each year by the end of December. Children who are not vaccinated will not be able to attend school after that time until the end of the flu season, which is currently estimated as the end of March.
If you have a severe allergy to eggs, other vaccine component, or if you have been told by a doctor that you have had Guillain-Barré syndrome, you need to receive the flu vaccine from your personal physician.
To keep up to date on all of the County’s flu clinics, check the website at www.cmchealth.net or call the flu hotline at 463-6581.
4TH QUARTER TAX GRACE PERIOD EXTENDED:
The grace period for 4th quarter property taxes has been extended to Friday, November 16th, 2012. Payments not received in the tax office by Friday Nov. 16th, 2012, will accrue interest from the original due date of November 1st, 2012. To pay your taxes online, visit www.seaislecitynj.us. Taxes can also be paid in person or via the U.S. Postal Service by mailing checks or money orders City Hall, Tax Office, 4416 Landis Avenue, Sea Isle City, NJ 08243. To speak with a representative from the Tax Office, phone 263-4461, ext. 213.
Please Note: Due to damage sustained at City Hall during Hurricane Sandy, Sea Isle City’s Tax Office and all City Hall operations will soon be moving to the Sea Isle City Public School building, 4501 Park Road. After that move, payments can be made in person at the public school.
2012 HOLIDAY BEACHTAGS ARE NOW AVAILABLE:
Holiday Beach Tags are now available for purchase at City Hall for $20 each. Quantities are limited, so be sure to buy your holiday tags early. In addition to being a thoughtful gift, Holiday Beach Tags (which come in a decorative gift box) also serve as commemorative Christmas tree ornaments and they are a “must have” for any beach tag collection. Sea Isle’s Holiday Beach Tags are valid for access to all of Sea Isle City’s beaches throughout the 2013 summer season.
DID YOU KNOW?
--Girls Weekend, hosted by the Sea Isle City Chamber of Commerce and Revitalization, is November 16-18. This event will feature discounts and special offers at businesses throughout town (263-9090 or www.seaislechamber.com).
--Sea Isle City’s 1st Annual Holiday Extravaganza, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce and Revitalization, will take place Friday-Saturday, November 23-24 (Thanksgiving Weekend) at Excursion Park, featuring an ice skating rink, a Christmas parade, a tree lighting ceremony with Santa Claus, entertainment, Christmas characters and plenty of holiday fun (263-9090 or www.seaislechamber.com).
--A free Magic Show, featuring Magician-Juggler Al Grout, will be held at the Sea Isle City Community Lodge on Friday, December 7, at 6:30 p.m., for children in Pre-K through 5th Grade (263-0050).
-- Personalized Bricks for the Sea Isle City Historical Museum’s Memorial Garden are available for $200 each. Bricks are a great way to remember someone you love (609-624-7929).
--Sea Isle City now offers online view and payment options for municipal property tax bills and water/sewer utility bills (visit www.seaislecitynj.us and click on the "Tax & Utility Payment Center" icon at the bottom of the homepage). You can mail-in a payment as always, or pay online through your checking account, credit card or debit card. Please Note: Online viewing is free; however a convenience charge will be applied if you pay your bills online.
--The City of Sea Isle City will gladly arrange a Welcome Home Ceremony for any members of the United States military as they return to town. To arrange a “Hero’s Welcome” for your favorite Sailor, Marine, Soldier, Airman, National Guard or Coast Guard service member, phone Mayor Desiderio’s Office (263-4461, ext. 245) or Commander Chick Haines at VFW Post 1963 (263-1711). You can also find a “Welcome Home Ceremony” application online at www.seaislecitynj.us (via the “Quick Links” and “Downloadable Forms” tabs).
--You can properly dispose of American flags by placing them in the flag collection bin in front of VFW Post 1963 on JFK Boulevard. Please be certain to properly care for all America flags no matter what size!
RECENT PHOTOS:
--Sea Isle City’s 1st Annual Holiday Extravaganza, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce and Revitalization, will take place Friday-Saturday, November 23-24 (Thanksgiving Weekend) at Excursion Park, featuring an ice skating rink, a Christmas parade, a tree lighting ceremony with Santa Claus, entertainment, Christmas characters and plenty of holiday fun (263-9090 or www.seaislechamber.com).
--A free Magic Show, featuring Magician-Juggler Al Grout, will be held at the Sea Isle City Community Lodge on Friday, December 7, at 6:30 p.m., for children in Pre-K through 5th Grade (263-0050).
-- Personalized Bricks for the Sea Isle City Historical Museum’s Memorial Garden are available for $200 each. Bricks are a great way to remember someone you love (609-624-7929).
--Sea Isle City now offers online view and payment options for municipal property tax bills and water/sewer utility bills (visit www.seaislecitynj.us and click on the "Tax & Utility Payment Center" icon at the bottom of the homepage). You can mail-in a payment as always, or pay online through your checking account, credit card or debit card. Please Note: Online viewing is free; however a convenience charge will be applied if you pay your bills online.
--The City of Sea Isle City will gladly arrange a Welcome Home Ceremony for any members of the United States military as they return to town. To arrange a “Hero’s Welcome” for your favorite Sailor, Marine, Soldier, Airman, National Guard or Coast Guard service member, phone Mayor Desiderio’s Office (263-4461, ext. 245) or Commander Chick Haines at VFW Post 1963 (263-1711). You can also find a “Welcome Home Ceremony” application online at www.seaislecitynj.us (via the “Quick Links” and “Downloadable Forms” tabs).
--You can properly dispose of American flags by placing them in the flag collection bin in front of VFW Post 1963 on JFK Boulevard. Please be certain to properly care for all America flags no matter what size!
RECENT PHOTOS:
On November 10, over 115 residents, property owners, civic leaders, visitors and local merchants successfully cleaned sand and debris from Excursion Park and the Entertainment Complex on the Promenade. The event was a great success. Special thanks go to the Sea Isle City Chamber of Commerce & Revitalization for organizing the clean-up and donating pizza and soda for volunteers; Joe Ragusa and J.A.R Builders for donating machinery, labor and hoagies; Barth / Hutchinson Heating and Plumbing for donating bottled water and trash bags; Steak-Out Restaurant for donating snacks; and the many other individuals who donated bottled water, working supplies, time and hard work…
On November 11, the City’s 2012 Veterans Day Ceremony attracted many patriots to Veterans Park…
DO YOU HAVE A QUESTION?
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 today to obtain the answers you need. Visit our website, www.seaislecitynj.us, and click on the Government/City Directory tabs for a complete list of contact information or phone City Hall at 263-4461.
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