*FROM:* Department of Public Safety & Public Affairs – Commissioner/Deputy
Mayor John M. Imperiale
*RE:* A Couple of Reminders: HCPD Community Forum and LBI Health Dept.
I wanted to remind everyone that next *Wednesday, October 26th at 5:00 at
Borough Hall will be the next HCPD Community Forum*, featuring Detective
Tim Butler. Detective Butler will be presenting crime prevention, scams,
investigations and more. In addition to detailing the role of a detective
within the HCPD, Detective Butler will cover such topics as Senior
Financial Abuse and other scams, home security systems, burglary prevention
tips, vehicle theft prevention tips, and more. Mark your calendar!
Also, at the Borough meeting on October 7th, we had a great presentation
from Bob Schuster of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
regarding the dead fish in our coves this summer. He was able to present
the “why” of why this happened (basically: water too warm; oxygen level too
low). For those who could not attend, I have attached a copy of his
presentation below (a great suggestion I got from a resident ).
However, as there were outstanding questions about any health implications
from the dead fish, I have invited Dan Krupinski, the head of the *LBI
Health Department to attend the first Borough meeting in November - Friday,
Nov. 4th at 4:30 *to discuss any health concerns regarding the fish kill
and answer all questions.
Thank You, John
Attached is the DEP presentation.
Borough of Harvey Cedars, Ocean County, NJ
October 2022 Hometown News
*Department of Public Works & Public Property - Commissioner/Mayor Jonathan
Oldham*
We are in the middle of another hurricane. As I write this, Ian is passing
through New Jersey. The beaches have already suffered a significant amount
of erosion and the rain continues to come down. The flooding on some of
the typical streets has been difficult. You really must watch the tides as
you navigate your way on and off the island. Columbus Day weekend is this
upcoming weekend, and a lot of people will be on the island for the
holiday. Public works will be working to restore the beach entrances as
soon as the surf subsides. I am not sure we will be able to repair all the
accesses, but we will do our best. We will focus on the street ends first
and will target the area between Essex Avenue and Salem Avenue. This is
where we are the most vulnerable.
We are expecting to have our application approved to install the new
monitoring well at the Borough Hall. This will be a costly project, but
the cost will be shared by Harvey Cedars, the State of New Jersey, and Long
Beach Township. The State is mandating us to install an additional well
because we continue to exceed the amount of water we are permitted to draw
out of the ground. More information will follow as things progress.
We are working with the Taxpayers Association on the brick project at
Sunset Park. The area around the existing flagpole will have a paved area
with a short wall for sitting along with benches. Landscaping will also be
added. Brick pavers may be purchased and engraved with messages in honor
of or in memory of a loved one, event, pet, etc. Good progress has been
made with this improvement at the park. Here is a link to become a part of
the project: https://www.bricksrus.com/donorsite/harveycedars
The Harvey Cedars Taxpayers Association (HCTA) is operated by a group of
dedicated volunteers focused on enhancing the quality of life for
residents, businesses, taxpayers, and guests of our town. It also
facilitates communication among taxpayers and between the taxpayers and the
government. Membership is just $35 per household, the cost of a seasonal
beach badge. Becoming an HCTA member is the first step in having more
involvement in what happens in our Borough and across the Island. Please
check out their website (www.harveycedarstax.org) and feel free to contact
any of the current trustees for more information about how to get
involved.
*Department of Revenue & Finance – Commissioner Paul Rice*
Happy October!
As a friendly reminder, the 4th quarter tax payment of 2022 is due on
November 1st. Added/omitted bills will be sent out in the next few days
for those property owners that have additional assessments.
The Harvey Cedars Activity Committee is excited to announce the return of
the fall wine tasting! The event will take place on November 5th from
5:30pm-7:30pm at the High Point firehouse. There will be 35+ national brand
wines to sample and hors d'oeuvres. Tickets for the wine tasting will be
$45 per person and you must be 21+ to enter. To purchase tickets visit
Borough Hall or mail payment with attendee names to: Harvey Cedars Activity
Committee, PO Box 3185, Harvey Cedars, NJ 08008.
If you missed out on our new 2022 t-shirt design, visit our online shop by
clicking here. Available in a t-shirt and sweatshirt!
Stay dry.
*Department of Public Safety & Public Affairs – Commissioner/Deputy Mayor
John M. Imperiale*
The HCPD Community Forums resumed in September with Sergeant Steve Frazee
and Officer Dan Grundtisch presenting “Firearms, SWAT, and Officer
Training. I want to thank Sergeant Frazee and Officer Grundtisch for a
great job, as they were extremely informative and their dedication and
professionalism were clearly demonstrated. Chief Burnaford also went over
the department’s Organization Chart again and led a spirited question and
answer session. Thanks to everyone who attended, and to those who sent
myself and the Chief some extremely positive notes and emails afterward.
I would like to remind everyone that the next HCPD Community Forum will be
on *Wednesday, October 26th at 5:00 pm with Detective Tim Butler
presenting: Protecting Our Citizens: Crime Prevention, Scams, and
Investigations.* Mark your calendar for another excellent HCPD Community
Forum.
Chief Burnaford and I want to thank our Seasonal Officer, Danielle
Bialecki, for her valuable service to Harvey Cedars this summer. Her patrol
of the boulevard and streets, mostly on a bicycle, and her patrol of the
beach, greatly improved our efficiency and coverage. We look forward to
Officer Bialecki returning next year. And I am happy to report that two
local LBI residents have donated two Electric Bikes to the Harvey Cedars
Police Department. These electric bikes will only make patrolling our town
even more efficient next year. I want to thank Chief Burnaford for
maintaining the excellent community relations that make donations such as
this happen.
Last year we requested additional crosswalks on the Boulevard and the
County added 7 Crosswalks to our streets - almost all we requested. I am
happy to note that this month they came back and did the rest, adding
crosswalks on Union, 72nd, 84th, and 85th streets. Please remember to be
safe when walking, and stop for pedestrians when driving.
Many of us have dealt with the “unpleasantness” of the fish kills in Kinsey
and Harvest Cove this summer. The Chief has been working with the LBI
Health Department, NJ Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and NJ
State Police since the original occurrence. For those interested, we have
asked a representative of the DEP and a representative of the LBI Health
Department to attend the first Borough meeting in October (Friday, Oct. 7th
; 2 P.M. NOTE the earlier time than usual) to discuss the causes and any
concerns the community has.
Another reminder: It is not too early to think about registering for the
HCPD Winter House Registration Program. Property owners can register online
(www.hcpolice.org) or fill out this form and email it to
dtilton(a)hcpolice.org
*REMINDER: HARVEY CEDARS POLICE DEPARTMENT COMMUNITY FORUM WEDNESDAY, SEPT
28TH, 5PM*
The next HCPD Community Forum will be on Wednesday, September 28th at 5:00
pm at Borough Hall with Sergeant Steve Frazee and Officer Dan Grundtisch
presenting: Officer Training, Firearms, and SWAT. Chief Burnaford will
also review the HCPD Organization Chart as he has done at each HCPD
Community Forum. This will be the fourth in a series of six HCPD Community
Forums.
Mark your calendar for another excellent HCPD Community Forum.
Borough of Harvey Cedars, Ocean County, NJ
September 2022 Hometown News
*Department of Public Works & Public Property - Commissioner/Mayor Jonathan
Oldham*
The unofficial end of the summer season is near, and I wish everyone a
happy and safe Labor Day weekend.
As mentioned in my previous newsletter, we partnered 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. Please click
this link for more information and to place an order.
https://www.bricksrus.com/donorsite/harveycedars
As we have all witnessed, our beach is in need of sand; some areas of town
more than others, but we all know this can change with just one storm.
Harvey Cedars and LBI are due for our 7-year renourishment project in 2023,
but first we require Congress to appropriate the necessary funds. We can
all help by contacting Senators and Congressmen requesting them to support
the federal funding for beach renourishment in the FY23 cycle in the amount
of $32 million. The following are links to contact Senators and Congress:
US Senator Cory Booker https://www.booker.senate.gov/contact/write-to-cory
US Senator Bob Menendez https://www.menendez.senate.gov/contact/email
US Congressman Jefferson Van Drew https://vandrewforms.house.gov/contact/
US Congressman Andy Kim https://kim.house.gov/contact/email-me
Please reach out to these representatives so they are aware of how
important the project is to protect our community.
Stay safe, and enjoy the final days of the summer.
*Department of Revenue & Finance – Commissioner Paul Rice*
It was wonderful to see so many taxpayers at the Harvey Cedars annual
taxpayers association meeting. The tax rate in Harvey Cedars is 0.967,
making the average tax bill $10,196.29. Your total tax bill is divided as
follows: 28.2% of the tax bill goes to fund the municipal budget, 41.16%
to the county, 25.03% to the regional school, 4.55% to the local school and
1.03% to the municipal open space fund. The municipal portion of the taxes
remained flat to help keep our low tax rate and maintain a steady tax bill.
The municipal tax sale for the delinquent 2021 taxes and municipal charges
is scheduled for Friday, October 14, 2022 at 10AM. At this time, there
are 6 properties scheduled to be sold at the tax sale.
This summer provided excellent weather for all of the events hosted by the
Harvey Cedars Activity Committee. Thank you to all who attended, donated,
and volunteered their time to make each event great. The HCAC volunteers
collected $2,498.86 in bucket donations from concert attendees. These
donations provide funds for future concerts and events. If you're looking
for a new Harvey Cedars t-shirt, stop by Borough Hall to check out the
newest design in mint and navy. The HCAC will be meeting soon to wrap-up
the summer season and begin the planning of the fall wine tasting.
[image: Mint - New HC Design.jpg]
The High Point Volunteer Fire Company held the first in person Dog Day Road
Race since COVID. The community support for our local fire company and
their events never goes unnoticed. Thank you to everyone who helped the
fire company have a successful race! If you were unable to attend the race
but would like to purchase a Dog Day t-shirt please contact the fire
company.
*Department of Public Safety & Public Affairs – Commissioner/Deputy Mayor
John M. Imperiale*
Labor Day Weekend is here and another summer season is coming to an end. I
hope everyone enjoyed it and was safe and healthy. I would like to thank
HCPD Chief Burnaford and HCBP Chief Randy Townsend for a terrific job this
summer. They and their teams did their usual great job, and I know our
residents and visitors are appreciative of their efforts.
Thanks to the presence of our Seasonal Officer and the addition this year
of a Confidential Administrative Assistant, we were able to significantly
increase Officers visibility on patrol this summer. And our Beach Patrol
remained fully staffed through the middle of August, and is still doing a
great job staffing as best as possible as we close out summer.
Please note that the postseason lifeguard schedule is as follows:
Tuesday, Sept 6th through Friday, Sept 30th
Middlesex Ave will be guarded daily.
80th st beach will be guarded on weekends pending weather and staffing.
The Harvey Cedars Beach Patrol received another valued accreditation in
August, from the United States Lifeguard Association (USLA) for our “Open
Water Lifeguard Training Program.” Congrats to Chief Townsend and his
staff.
I want to thank Agnello’s By The Cove for hosting a “Coffee With A Cop” in
August, completing the Coffee With A Cop Program for this year, after our
July stops at the Neptune Market and Birdy’s.
Chief Burnaford and I appreciate all the residents who stopped by at these
events, and would like to remind everyone that the next HCPD Community Forum
will be 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.
It is not too early to think about registering for the HCPD Winter House
Registration Program. Property owners can register online (www.hcpolice.org)
or fill out this form and email it to dtilton(a)hcpolice.org
While the dead bunker fish washing up in our bay waters over the last few
weeks were definitely unpleasant, tests have shown that the fish died
simply because they were in too close (maybe chased in by predator fish)
where the water was too warm and oxygen levels too low for them. We
appreciate the efforts of Dan Krupinski and the LBI Health Department, the
DEP and the NJSP.
A year or so ago, Chief Burnaford and I announced the “Cops Contributing To
The Community" Program to capture the great work done by the HCPD
Foundation. The latest effort is the “Sneaker Fundraiser Program” run
through Gotsneakers.com <http://gotsneakers.com/>, a sneaker recycling
organization. That organization collects and distributes used sneakers,
either by donating them directly or ensuring that they are recycled, and
compensates not-for-profit organizations for their donations. The funds
raised through the Used Sneaker Drive will help the HCPD Foundation fulfill
its purpose, so please drop off your used sneakers at Borough Hall and help
make this program a success. An estimated 200 million pairs of used
sneakers go into landfills every year, yet every single one of them can be
recycled and the majority of them can be used again by people in need. Let
your used sneakers go to good use!
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
Borough of Harvey Cedars, Ocean County, NJ
July 2022 Hometown News
*Department of Public Works & Public Property - Commissioner/Mayor Jonathan
Oldham*
The fourth of July is here, and summer has begun! Public works is almost
caught up with all the things we need to accomplish for the summer. There
are new plantings at the Borough Hall and at the Harvey Cedars sign by
Salem Avenue. I want to thank the taxpayers and the planting committee for
helping make this happen.
The Public Works team has all of the beach mats out and in place. As you
know there is not much beach left on Middlesex Avenue. I have spoken with
Jeff Van Drew and with Cory Booker’s Chief of Staff about the need to have
the refurbishment of the beaches of LBI in the 2023 budget. If you have
contact with our Senators and Congressmen, please reach out to them
concerning our needs.
Looking forward, most of our time will be spent on maintaining the beach.
We rake the beach every other day, pick up trash, and fix walkovers after
rainstorms constantly. We currently have a project at the Borough Hall
including several repairs to the aging trim which will be replaced with
Azack, a plastic wood.
We are also in the process of getting approval on a new well to be located
at 76th Street. We continue to go over our diversion permit, and the
amount of water we are allowed to pump out of the ground in any given
month, as a result, the state of New Jersey is forcing us to put in an
additional water well so they can monitor the water table. There will be
more information about this as this project progresses.
I hope everyone has a safe fourth of July.
*Department of Revenue & Finance – Commissioner Paul Rice*
Thank you to all the residents that came out to the Block Party and
supported the Fire Company. The Annual Dog Day Road Race is back!! If you
are interested in running or becoming a sponsor please visit Dog Day Race
<http://www.dogdayrace.com/>.
As you may be aware, some changes are being made to the pickleball fees.
Beginning July 21st the fee for non-residents will be increasing to $100.
The fee for Harvey Cedars residents will remain a seasonal beach badge.
All players will be required to have a Pickleball ID. In order to make the
transition smoother, we are going to start making IDs for residents only on
July 5th. If you would like to play Pickleball please stop by Borough Hall
Monday- Friday between 8:30 AM-4:00 PM with your regular seasonal beach
badge and a photo ID. Our staff will verify your Harvey Cedars address and
make your Pickleball ID. For information about obtaining an ID on the
weekend please contact Borough Hall during normal business hours.
New tax bills will be sent out as soon as the rates are certified by Ocean
County. If the bills will be mailed late, the grace period will be
extended accordingly.
July brings the start of the events sponsored by the Harvey Cedars Activity
Committee! On July 2nd check out Craft Day by the Bay in Sunset Park. There
will be something for everyone. Summer concerts begin July 13th with The
Impulsives from 6-8 PM. Our full event schedule can be found here
<http://www.harveycedars.org/documents/2022%20Calendar%20of%20Events(1).pdf>.
If you're looking for a new HC t-shirt, a new design is now available for
sale in Borough Hall! All proceeds go to supporting the events sponsored by
the HCAC.
*Department of Public Safety & Public Affairs – Commissioner/Deputy Mayor
John M. Imperiale*
Happy 4th of July to all, and have a safe and enjoyable summer!
With the 4th of July weekend coming up, please be aware that illegal
fireworks will not be tolerated. A notice stating such will be on the
boulevard signboard and posted on our social media platforms. Please see
the poster at the bottom of page regarding new Jersey laws pertaining to
fireworks.
The Harvey Cedars Police Department will be hosting Coffee with a Cop. The
first will be at Birdy’s Café on Saturday, July 2nd, 8:00 am-10:00 am,
Neptune Market on Friday, July 22nd, 8:00 am-10:00 am, and then at
Agnello’s by the Cove on Friday, August 19th, 8:00 am-10:00 am. I
encourage every resident to stop by and meet our dedicated officers.
The HCPD Community Forums continued in June with Officers Ben Mrozinski and
Matthew MacCorkle presenting “Officers on Patrol” and Traffic, Pedestrian,
and Bike Safety. I want to thank the Officers for a great job, as they
were extremely informative and their dedication and professionalism were
clearly demonstrated. Chief Burnaford also went over the department’s
Organization Chart again and led a spirited question and answer session.
Thanks to everyone who attended, and to those who sent myself and the Chief
some extremely positive notes and emails afterward.
The HCPD Community Forums will pick up again on Wednesday, September 28th
at 5:00 pm. Sergeant Steve Frazee and Officer Dan Grundtisch will be
presenting: Officer Training, Firearms, and SWAT. Mark your calendar for
another excellent HCPD Community Forum.
Our Seasonal Officer, Danielle Bialecki has been on patrol, including
biking the boulevard, side streets and patrolling the beaches. Please
remember to bike with traffic, walk and run against traffic, and observe
all traffic regulations, including the Safe Passing Law (move over one lane
for pedestrians or bikers, when possible, and slow down to 25 MPH if you
cannot move over) and remember to stop for pedestrians at all street
corners. Traffic, bike, and pedestrian activity is at its height now, so
please all be safe and observe all regulations.
Our HC Beach Patrol is fully staffed for July, thanks to great off-season
recruitment and retention work put in by our Chief of Beach Operations
Randy Townsend. Speaking of which, Congratulations are in order for
Lifeguard Chief Townsend, his management team, and all of the HC
Lifeguards, as the HC Beach Patrol was just once again fully accredited,
after a thorough observation, by the Ocean Lifesaving Association (OLA). To
quote the “Beach Visitation - Observation” report submitted by OLA:
The Harvey Cedars Beach Patrol is a “very good operation - always
progressive and constantly striving to improve their operation. Lifeguard
Chief Townsend does a terrific job!”
And furthermore, for your information (and some hometown pride!) the Harvey
Cedars Beach Patrol is the ONLY agency on LBI that is accredited by two
different certifying bodies: the Ocean Lifesaving Association (OLA) and the
US Lifeguard Association (USLA). Congratulations again to Chief Townsend
for this well-deserved accomplishment.
*Please see the attached PDF below for 2022 NJ Legal Fireworks!*
*In Other News!!!*
The Long Beach Island Health Department would like to remind all of our
residents that free blood pressure screenings are available without the
need for an appointment. Please see the attached PDF below for locations
and screening times.
Borough of Harvey Cedars, Ocean County, NJ
July 2022 Hometown News
*Department of Public Works & Public Property - Commissioner/Mayor Jonathan
Oldham*
The fourth of July is here, and summer has begun! Public works is almost
caught up with all the things we need to accomplish for the summer. There
are new plantings at the Borough Hall and at the Harvey Cedars sign by
Salem Avenue. I want to thank the taxpayers and the planting committee for
helping make this happen.
The Public Works team has all of the beach mats out and in place. As you
know there is not much beach left on Middlesex Avenue. I have spoken with
Jeff Van Drew and with Cory Booker’s Chief of Staff about the need to have
the refurbishment of the beaches of LBI in the 2023 budget. If you have
contact with our Senators and Congressmen, please reach out to them
concerning our needs.
Looking forward, most of our time will be spent on maintaining the beach.
We rake the beach every other day, pick up trash, and fix walkovers after
rainstorms constantly. We currently have a project at the Borough Hall
including several repairs to the aging trim which will be replaced with
Azack, a plastic wood.
We are also in the process of getting approval on a new well to be located
at 76th Street. We continue to go over our diversion permit, and the
amount of water we are allowed to pump out of the ground in any given
month, as a result, the state of New Jersey is forcing us to put in an
additional water well so they can monitor the water table. There will be
more information about this as this project progresses.
I hope everyone has a safe fourth of July.
*Department of Revenue & Finance – Commissioner Paul Rice*
Thank you to all the residents that came out to the Block Party and
supported the Fire Company. The Annual Dog Day Road Race is back!! If you
are interested in running or becoming a sponsor please visit Dog Day Race
<http://www.dogdayrace.com/>.
As you may be aware, some changes are being made to the pickleball fees.
Beginning July 21st the fee for non-residents will be increasing to $100.
The fee for Harvey Cedars residents will remain a seasonal beach badge.
All players will be required to have a Pickleball ID. In order to make the
transition smoother, we are going to start making IDs for residents only on
July 5th. If you would like to play Pickleball please stop by Borough Hall
Monday- Friday between 8:30 AM-4:00 PM with your regular seasonal beach
badge and a photo ID. Our staff will verify your Harvey Cedars address and
make your Pickleball ID. For information about obtaining an ID on the
weekend please contact Borough Hall during normal business hours.
New tax bills will be sent out as soon as the rates are certified by Ocean
County. If the bills will be mailed late, the grace period will be
extended accordingly.
July brings the start of the events sponsored by the Harvey Cedars Activity
Committee! On July 2nd check out Craft Day by the Bay in Sunset Park. There
will be something for everyone. Summer concerts begin July 13th with The
Impulsives from 6-8 PM. Our full event schedule can be found here
<http://www.harveycedars.org/documents/2022%20Calendar%20of%20Events(1).pdf>.
If you're looking for a new HC t-shirt, a new design is now available for
sale in Borough Hall! All proceeds go to supporting the events sponsored by
the HCAC.
*Department of Public Safety & Public Affairs – Commissioner/Deputy Mayor
John M. Imperiale*
Happy 4th of July to all, and have a safe and enjoyable summer!
With the 4th of July weekend coming up, please be aware that illegal
fireworks will not be tolerated. A notice stating such will be on the
boulevard signboard and posted on our social media platforms. Please see
the poster at the bottom of page regarding new Jersey laws pertaining to
fireworks.
The Harvey Cedars Police Department will be hosting Coffee with a Cop. The
first will be at Birdy’s Café on Saturday, July 2nd, 8:00 am-10:00 am,
Neptune Market on Friday, July 22nd, 8:00 am-10:00 am, and then at
Agnello’s by the Cove on Friday, August 19th, 8:00 am-10:00 am. I
encourage every resident to stop by and meet our dedicated officers.
The HCPD Community Forums continued in June with Officers Ben Mrozinski and
Matthew MacCorkle presenting “Officers on Patrol” and Traffic, Pedestrian,
and Bike Safety. I want to thank the Officers for a great job, as they
were extremely informative and their dedication and professionalism were
clearly demonstrated. Chief Burnaford also went over the department’s
Organization Chart again and led a spirited question and answer session.
Thanks to everyone who attended, and to those who sent myself and the Chief
some extremely positive notes and emails afterward.
The HCPD Community Forums will pick up again on Wednesday, September 28th
at 5:00 pm. Sergeant Steve Frazee and Officer Dan Grundtisch will be
presenting: Officer Training, Firearms, and SWAT. Mark your calendar for
another excellent HCPD Community Forum.
Our Seasonal Officer, Danielle Bialecki has been on patrol, including
biking the boulevard, side streets and patrolling the beaches. Please
remember to bike with traffic, walk and run against traffic, and observe
all traffic regulations, including the Safe Passing Law (move over one lane
for pedestrians or bikers, when possible, and slow down to 25 MPH if you
cannot move over) and remember to stop for pedestrians at all street
corners. Traffic, bike, and pedestrian activity is at its height now, so
please all be safe and observe all regulations.
Our HC Beach Patrol is fully staffed for July, thanks to great off-season
recruitment and retention work put in by our Chief of Beach Operations
Randy Townsend. Speaking of which, Congratulations are in order for
Lifeguard Chief Townsend, his management team, and all of the HC
Lifeguards, as the HC Beach Patrol was just once again fully accredited,
after a thorough observation, by the Ocean Lifesaving Association (OLA). To
quote the “Beach Visitation - Observation” report submitted by OLA:
The Harvey Cedars Beach Patrol is a “very good operation - always
progressive and constantly striving to improve their operation. Lifeguard
Chief Townsend does a terrific job!”
And furthermore, for your information (and some hometown pride!) the Harvey
Cedars Beach Patrol is the ONLY agency on LBI that is accredited by two
different certifying bodies: the Ocean Lifesaving Association (OLA) and the
US Lifeguard Association (USLA). Congratulations again to Chief Townsend
for this well-deserved accomplishment.
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*In Other News!!!*
The Long Beach Island Health Department would like to remind all of our
residents that free blood pressure screenings are available without the
need for an appointment. Please see the attached PDF below for locations
and screening times.
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From the Department of Public Safety & Public Affairs – Commissioner/Deputy
Mayor John M. Imperiale
Just a reminder to all, the 3rd in the series of Harvey Cedars Police
Department Community Forums will be held this Wednesday, June 22nd at 5:00
at Borough Hall.
This HCPD Community Forums will be presented by Officers Ben Mrozinski and
Matthew MacCorkle. and will detail “Officers on Patrol: Traffic,
Pedestrian, and Bike Safety." Officer Mrozinski is the HCPD Traffic Safety
Officer and Officer MacCorkle is the department’s newest Officer. Come and
meet them and learn how they go about their duties in keeping us safe. I
am certain another excellent q and a session will take place.
Borough of Harvey Cedars, Ocean County, NJ
June 2022 Hometown News
*Department of Public Works & Public Property - Commissioner/Mayor Jonathan
Oldham*
Memorial Day has passed, summer has officially begun, and it was hot enough
Monday to make us wish for Fall. Before you know it, it will be the Fourth
of July, and summer will be in full swing. We are working hard to get all
the beach walkovers cleaned and open because the storm came too close to
complete this project by Memorial Day. It took 3 days for Public Works
just to clear out the handicapped ramp at 80th street. We still need to
install beach mats and then get the trash receptacles distributed to the
street ends. Until they are there, please take your trash off the beach
when you leave.
We had a water leak in one of the transmission lines in the Boulevard which
I hope is not a sneak preview of things to come. This is the third repair
to the water main in the Boulevard since the road was paved.
On a good note, there have been some planting improvements around
town. During the week of June 20th we will be planting flowers at the
Sunset Park sign on Salem Avenue, as well as in front of the Borough Hall.
We can still use some volunteers if you’re interested. We appreciate any
help you can give!
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I am sure that some have seen the flagpole in Sunset Park out on the
point. We will be introducing a memorial brick and observation area
project for that spot. It will be a great addition to our park and a nice
way to remember a loved one, and for the community to be involved in the
beautification of the town. More information will be coming out shortly on
how you can get involved.
The Island mayors have worked with the DOT and have been able to delay the
construction on Ninth Street in Ship Bottom until the Fall, however
construction will continue on Eighth Street throughout the summer. The
construction that you see in North Beach will continue, Monday through
Thursday until mid-June. At that time the infrastructure project will end
and reconvene in the fall.
Finally, the High Point Volunteer Fire Company is hosting a Block Party on
June 11th. Come out to support the Fire Company and have some fun!
*Department of Revenue & Finance – Commissioner Paul Rice*
What a fantastic Memorial Day weekend and start of the summer season!!
Badges will be required on the beach starting June 18th. Preseason badge
rates are in effect through June 15th. Any order dropped off or postmarked
by June 15th will be at the reduced rate of $35. Currently, pre-ordered
beach badges are available for pickup at Borough Hall during normal
business hours. Badges will be available daily starting June 18th at the
Beach Badge Booth in Sunset Park from 10 am to 3 pm.
June is water/sewer billing month. You will see an increase in your bill
due to the new water/sewer billing rates. This is the first increase since
2013. This increase will allow us to operate and maintain our system and
infrastructure.
*Department of Public Safety & Public Affairs – Commissioner/Deputy Mayor
John M. Imperiale*
The Chief and I hope everyone had a great and safe Memorial Day weekend and
are ready for a great Summer!
The HCPD Community Forums continued in May with Sergeant Kevin Snow
presenting the department's Administrative functions, including
Administration, Scheduling, and Record Keeping. Chief Burnaford and I want
to thank Sergeant Snow for a great presentation, and thank all of the
residents who attended and were part of a terrific conversation.
Next up for the HCPD Community Forums will be Officers Ben Mrozinski and
Matthew MacCorkle on Wednesday, June 22nd at 5 P.M. presenting “Officers on
Patrol: Traffic, Pedestrian, and Bike Safety." Officer Mrozinski is the
HCPD Traffic Safety Officer and Officer MacCorkle is the department’s
newest Officer. Come and meet them and learn how they go about their duties
in keeping us safe. I am certain another excellent q and a session will
take place.
At the Borough’s May 6th meeting we appointed Danielle Bialecki as s Class
1 Officer for the Summer season. Officer Bialecki will greatly assist our
full time officers with certain calls for service. Weather permitting, she
will be assigned to bike patrol which will allow her to travel throughout
town enforcing and educating our pedestrians and bicyclists on the rules of
the road. Her visibility on the bike will create many opportunities for her
to interact with people in a positive manner. Community policing is
something that we take very seriously and this is just another way to do
that and enforce our laws. Officer Bialecki will also regularly patrol our
beaches and be a presence in Sunset Park and at borough events, such as the
Summer Concert series.
I am sure you have seen by now that Traffic Lights on the boulevard have
been activated and the speed limit lowered. Please drive carefully at all
times, and remember to move over one lane for pedestrians or bikers, when
possible, and slow down to 25 MPH if you can not move over.
Please note that Parking Spaces across from the High Point Firehouse have
been designated for “Take-out” pick-up only - short-term parking that
should aid in the traffic flow and parking for our restaurants. Please
respect this restriction.
I hope to see everyone at the Saturday, June 11th High Point Volunteer Fire
Department’s Block Party, 12 P.M. - 8 P.M. Come support your volunteer fire
company, meet your Harvey Cedars neighbors, and enjoy a fun day!
Please note the Lifeguard schedule for beach coverage can be found at
www.harveycedars.org.
Boulevard safety continues to be one of the police department's top
priorities, particularly in the summer months. In addition to increasing
presence with education and enforcement, and adding signage throughout the
town, Chief Burnaford has been asked to be interviewed on 94.3FM, ThePoint,
and 105.7 FM, TheHawk, in June to promote pedestrian and bike safety. We
should be proud that Harvey Cedars, and our Chief, is the media's go-to
source for safety messaging.