The exact reasons are unclear, but the County of Cape May has closed the Townsend’s Inlet Bridge that links Avalon to Sea Isle City. The County announced the closure due to a recent underwater inspection. There’s no word as to what’s causing the closure, or when it can be expected to be repaired. ##
Sea Isle City has a new municipal budget. Council met earlier this week and approved the spending plan that totals just under $24 million. Council also formed a subcommittee that will share ideas regarding a new community center that will be situated at the former public school building on Park Road. ##
A 68 year old Sea Isle City man has admitted to running a multi-million dollar fraud scheme through his company. John Scholtz pleaded guilty on Monday on charges that he committed wire fraud through his payroll services company. He could face 20 years in prison when he’s sentenced in July. ##
Four local communities who provide a 25% discount on flood insurance rates will be holding a public meeting in Sea Isle City on Saturday to discuss a FEMA home elevation program. Avalon, Sea Isle City, Stone Harbor, and Ocean City are all eligible for the program, which provides a 75 percent reimbursement for residents who…
Sea Isle City Construction Official Neil Byrne has been named the New Jersey Building Official Association’s 2017 Building Inspector of the Year. City officials say Byrne will be recognized during a conference held in Atlantic City on May 4th. ##
Two incumbents and a political newcomer are running for office in Sea Isle City this year. Incumbent councilmembers Jack Gibson and Mary Tighe are seeking re-election to their seats on City Council, along with newcomer J.B. Feeley; one incumbent is not seeking re-election. Three four year seats are up for grabs in the 2017 municipal…
Sea Isle City police officers have issued a unanimous vote of no confidence in their chief, Thomas D’Intino. The Press of Atlantic City reports that the cops believe they work in a hostile work environment and want an investigation by the New Jersey Attorney General’s office. Chris Leusner is the president of the Cape May…
Forget about using the new elevated Sea Isle Boulevard this summer. The Gazette Leader spoke with County Engineer Dale Foster who says bird nesting restrictions have delayed the use of the new elevated Boulevard and it will not be used this upcoming season. The boulevard serves as a major entrance and evacuation route for Sea…
Sea Isle City Mayor Len Desiderio delivered his budget address on Tuesday, announcing that the municipal tax rate will climb by less than one penny. This year’s budget includes paid emergency medical technicians. Up to ten full time employees will be added in Sea Isle City to improve emergency medical services. A volunteer squad will…
Sea Isle City has named Andre Cipaldo as its Director of Public Works. That appointment was made during Council’s first meeting of January. During the meeting council also hired an animal control officer, and now permits the existence of estate sales and demolition sales throughout the city.