May flowers are in bloom. Summer is right around the corner. Two big things to report on. The President declared a disaster for the beach erosion in New Jersey, which will make federal funds available to help repair some of our walkovers entrances, handicapped ramps, and dune fencing. We also are going to pilot a federal program that will place 150,000 to 200,000 cubic yards of sand just off our shoreline. The sand will be placed between Atlantic and Cape May Avenue. There will be more information coming out on this shortly. This is great news.
 
We will also start the cleaning of the water tower along with the repair of 78th Street dock. There are several additional projects that will start as soon as the budget gets approved.

The County continues to promise me they will be out to fix the deficiencies in the paving of the Boulevard. This would include adding additional cross walks.

Summer is coming quickly, and public works has a lot to accomplish before it arrives. 

On behalf of myself and Chief Burnaford, we hope everyone is safe and happy. As always, reach out to either of us at any time with any questions or thoughts!

Just  a reminder: there are still Coyotes being spotted on the island, and in Harvey Cedars. Follow the guidelines as laid out on the HCPD website, www.hcpolice.org,  which includes keeping trash cans secure and pets inside.
 
While the very successful April “Distracted Driving” campaign has ended, the need for safe driving is always necessary, especially with the increased auto and bike/pedestrian traffic as the peak season begins. Please continue to exercise caution at all times and remember to walk against traffic and bike with traffic!

The first “Good Neighbor” ordinances detailed in last month's communication dealing with some parking, noise, and dog waste will have their second reading and public comment at the Borough meeting (Zoom) on Friday, May 7th at 4:30. Please join the meeting, especially if you have any thoughts on these proposed changes to the Borough ordinances.

Last year’s extremely well-received outdoor dining will be returning this year. It is definitely necessary for our restaurants to succeed in these times, and just as important, many, many people loved it. The Harvey Cedars restaurants all did a great job last year, and we will be reviewing this year’s plans to see what, if any, improvements can be made for traffic and pedestrian safety.
 
The Harvey Cedars Beach Patrol is hard at work getting ready for the Summer season: ensuring that we are fully staffed, and that all necessary safety equipment, lifeboats, radios, ATV’s, and other equipment is in perfect order, and that our HCBP Programs, such as the Lifeguard-in-Training Program and the Beach Access program will be ready to go. No one is more qualified to continue giving Harvey Cedars the best beach patrol possible than our Chief of Beach Operations, Randy Townsend. For those not familiar with Chief Townsend, below is his (very impressive) background:
 
Chief of Beach Operations Randy Townsend
41 Years old
Borough of Harvey Cedars  Lifeguard 1998- 2003
Borough of Harvey Cedars  Lifeguard Lieutenant 2004 -2007
Borough of Harvey Cedars Lifeguard Captain 2008- 2016
Borough of Harvey Cedars Chief of Beach Operations 2017-  Present
Southern Regional High School Surf Team Coach 2006 - Present
National Scholastic Surfing Association NE Conference Director 2015-  Present
Ocean County College AS Business