I want to invite you all to a mayor’s town hall meeting at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 11 at the Ocean City Free Public Library (1735 Simpson Avenue).
The city team and our contractors are working on improvements throughout the town. Cape May County and our utility companies are also in the midst of major infrastructure repairs and upgrades. At the same time, we’re in the process of designing a number of new and essential projects.
The April 11 meeting will let everyone know where we stand on these projects and what we can expect. Questions will be welcomed. We’ll make video of the meeting available to anybody who cannot attend in person.
Registration for our popular summer recreation programs will open at 9 a.m. tomorrow (Saturday, April 4). Visit ocnj.us/summer-recreation-programs for more information and to sign up.
Saturday’s forecast looks mild, and families with kids age 7 and under are encouraged to visit Boardwalk shops to collect eggs filled with toys and candy during the Great Egg Hunt from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Visits with the Easter Bunny will be from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday at Mark Soifer Park (9th Street and Asbury Avenue).
I want to encourage everybody to attend the non-denominational Sunrise Service at 6:30 a.m. Sunday at the Ocean City Music Pier. This event has always been one of my favorites. A Dueling Pianos show will start at noon on Sunday in front of the Music Pier, while the Easter Bunny meets children for photos in an Ocean City lifeguard boat.
This week's "Inside City Hall" video (see below) includes a look at Ocean City Fire Department training at the old police station, students planting dune grass, the reopening of the Dog Park and more.
Michele and I would like to say Happy Easter and Happy Passover to all who will be celebrating this weekend, and we hope you get a chance to spend time with family and friends.
Warm regards,
Jay A. Gillian Mayor
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Welcome to The City of Ocean City, New Jersey!
Ocean City is a town rich in history and a deep sense of community. Families have been vacationing in Ocean City for generations and many have made Ocean City their year-round home.
Our residents enjoy award-winning schools, world-class recreation facilities and outstanding municipal services from all city departments, including Police, Fire and Rescue, and Beach Patrol. Residents participate in activities for every age and interest including the cultural arts, music and theater as well as sports and recreation programs available at our many parks, playgrounds and city facilities. One of our local treasures is the Ocean City Community Center at 1735 Simpson Avenue, where families and individuals can enjoy the Ocean City Free Public Library, Ocean City Arts Center, Ocean City Historical Museum, Ocean City Aquatic and Fitness Center, and the Howard S. Stainton Senior Center under one roof.
The city also maintains and operates a municipal airport, 12-hole golf course, Aquatic and Fitness Center as well as the famed Ocean City Pops Orchestra.
Ocean City is also host to more than 200 family-friendly special events held year-round. Many of our events are popular family traditions, including the Night in Venice Boat Parade in July, the Baby Parade in August, our mile-long block parties in May and October, and our family-friendly First Night New Year’s Eve Celebration.
If you are vacationing in Ocean City, I know you’ll enjoy our seven miles of beautiful beaches and exciting Boardwalk lined with shops, restaurants and amusements. And be sure to visit our unique and charming downtown shops and restaurants located in the heart of town on Asbury Avenue.
I am truly proud to serve as mayor for this great community and hope you and your family enjoy your time in America’s Greatest Family Resort.
Welcome to The City of Ocean City, New Jersey!