Borough of Harvey Cedars, Ocean County, NJ
August 2022 Hometown News
*Department of Public Works & Public Property - Commissioner/Mayor Jonathan
Oldham*
August is here and summer is flying by. Before you know it Labor Day will
be here, and everyone will be packing up for the fall and winter. As I
mentioned in the last newsletter, we are unveiling an improvement project
to the point at Sunset Park. We experience some of the most wonderful
sunsets at the point. It is our plan to create a much-improved space to
watch the sun set over Woods Island and Barnegat Bay.
We are partnering with the Taxpayers’ Association to create a way for you
to cement a place in the history of Harvey Cedars by purchasing a
commemorative brick to be placed around the viewing area at Sunset Park.
You can choose wording for the brick to honor or remember a loved one or
for yourself and/or your family. We will also be offering the opportunity
for a commemorative brick to be placed in the downtown section of town as
part of the upcoming streetscapes project.
I am attaching an artist’s rendering of the park improvement project.
Guidance on how you can participate in this project and how you can create
your own original Borough of Harvey Cedars honorary brick will be coming
soon.
This is going to be a great project. I hope you find your way to add your
memories to the point.
[image: Sunset Park - clay brick.jpg]
*Department of Revenue & Finance – Commissioner Paul Rice*
The new tax bills were mailed in mid-July. The grace period has been
extended through August 16, 2022. We offer convenient online bill pay for
tax and utility bills at www.harveycedars.org with minimal processing fee.
The Annual Blue Claw Craft Show will be on August 20, 2022. The Long Beach
Island PBA #175 will host the crab race. Come support local crafters
and/or race your own crab! The following day on Sunday, August 21st, is the
return of the Fire Company's Annual Dog Day Road Race. This is one of the
Fire Company's biggest fundraisers. Remember, as in the past races, the
one southbound lane of the Boulevard will be closed for the race Sunday
morning until around noon; plan accordingly if you're traveling.
Wednesday night concerts run through August 24th from 6pm to 8pm. Concerts
are funded through donations, not tax dollars. Donations are appreciated
during the concert; watch for the orange buckets! Every dollar collected
helps pay for the concerts, events and future fireworks.
*Department of Public Safety & Public Affairs – Commissioner/Deputy Mayor
John M. Imperiale*
I hope everyone is having a safe and healthy summer - and will continue to
do so!
I want to thank Birdy’s Cafe and the Neptune Market for each hosting
“Coffee With A Cop” in July. Many residents and visitors stopped by to meet
Chief Burnaford and our Officers. Between events such as these and the HCPD
Community Forums we are forming a great bond between the HC Police
Department and our citizens. Next up for Coffee With A Cop will be
Agnello’s By The Cove on Friday August 19th from 8am - 10am.
Speaking of the HCPD Community Forums, another reminder that they will pick
up again on Wednesday, September 28th at 5:00 pm with Sergeant Steve Frazee
and Officer Dan Grundtisch presenting: Officer Training, Firearms, and
SWAT. Mark your calendar for another excellent HCPD Community Forum.
Lifeguard Chief Randy Townsend and the HC Beach Patrol continue to provide
excellent coverage on our beaches. Although the water has been + or - 60
degrees, our beaches have been fully staffed.
A quick further note, in July the HC Beach Patrol underwent a “Sanitary
Inspection” by the LBI Health Department and passed the inspection
perfectly. Congratulations Chief Townsend.
The police department is currently investigating a few reports of
vandalism, especially around homes under construction. If you see anything
suspicious, or you are unsure, please call the HCPD immediately. “If you
see something, say something.”
A couple of upcoming events in August that I would like to note:
Sunday, August 21st will be the Dog Day Road Race to support the High Point
Volunteer Fire Company. Whether you are participating in the run or not,
come and support this key fundraiser for the High Point Volunteer Fire
Company.
Harvey Cedars' own Mike Kramer and the Cornelia Street Band will be playing
Friday night, August 12th at 7 PM at the LBIFoundation of the Arts and
Sciences (LBIF) in Loveladies. The LBIF is a great organization, worthy of
support from everyone on LBI, and the music will be fabulous. There is a
large contingent of Harvey Cedars residents already signed up, so come and
party with your neighbors if you can. Tickets can be gotten at the LBIF
website: www.lbifoundation.org/performingarts
