Holiday Beach Tags Available for Purchase at Borough Hall
December 4, 2023
Lane Restrictions Over Great Channel Bridge (Ocean Drive)
October 13, 2023
A message from the Cape May County Engineer
Notice of Great Channel Bridge along CR 619 – temporary traffic signal
Beginning on Monday October 16th, underdeck steel repairs will continue on the Great Channel Bridge that connects Middle Township to Stone Harbor via Ocean Drive. In order to safely accommodate this activity, one-way alternative traffic will be in place for the next 4 weeks. Traffic in both directions will be maintained, however, only one-way alternating traffic will be permitted to cross the bridge. Traffic approaching each side of the bridge will be maintained by a temporary traffic signal which will allow one direction of travel to proceed at a time. Motorists are urged to use caution when approaching and crossing the bridge and to not proceed until the signal is in the green phase. Slight delays should be expected.
Community Clean-Up Day A Success
October 11, 2023
Thanks to all who joined us for the Stone Harbor Department of Public Works’ Community Clean-Up Day on October 5th.
It was an incredible day filled with a shared commitment to keeping Stone Harbor pristine. The teamwork, energy, and enthusiasm displayed by our young participants from Stone Harbor Elementary School, the dedicated members of American Legion Post 331, and the hardworking Stone Harbor Police Department were truly inspiring.
Our combined efforts resulted in a cleaner and more vibrant community! Thank you for showing the strength of our community spirit!
Mayor Davies-Dunhour Swears In New Municipal Clerk and Registrar, Emily Dillon
Mayor Judith Davies-Dunhour swears in Emily Dillon as the new Municipal Clerk and Registrar
September 7, 2023 – BOROUGH OF STONE HARBOR
Stone Harbor’s Mayor, Judith Davies-Dunhour, recently administered the oath of office to Emily Dillon, appointing her as the new Municipal Clerk and Registrar during the Borough Council Meeting held on the evening of September 5th, 2023.
Ms. Dillon brings a wealth of qualifications to her role, including a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Montclair State University. Additionally she possesses the required certifications of Certified Municipal Registrar and Registered Municipal Clerk, ensuring the accurate management of vital records and administrative procedures within the Borough.
Ms. Dillon’s affiliations with professional organizations, such as the Municipal Clerks Association of New Jersey, Cape May County Municipal Clerks Association, and the New Jersey Registrars Association, underscores her dedication to continuous professional growth and her commitment to staying updated on the latest municipal administration best practices.
Before joining the Stone Harbor Borough, Ms. Dillon gained relevant experience in the City of Cape May, where she held various positions, including Tax Clerk, Deputy City Clerk, and Interim City Clerk. Her official assumption of the role of Municipal Clerk and Registrar in Stone Harbor is scheduled for September 11th, 2023.
2023 Beach Nourishment Project Recap: Strengthening Stone Harbor’s Coastal Resilience
August 1, 2023
As of July 28, 2023, the dredging and beach fill portion of the 2023 Beach Nourishment Project was completed by Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Company. As a result, all beaches are accessible daily and the parking lot at 123rd Street is open. The much-needed beach fill now offers residents and visitors an enhanced coastal experience.
Project Overview: This joint effort between the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, and the Boroughs of Avalon and Stone Harbor was intended to strengthen the shoreline’s protection from coastal storm events. Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company was awarded a $28.8 million contract to conduct the beach fill project in Avalon and Stone Harbor. It involved dredging sand from the Townsends Inlet borrow site, pumping it through a series of pipes onto the beaches, and grading it into an engineered dune and berm template.
As a result of the project, Stone Harbor received over 700,000 cubic yards of sand, resulting in wider beaches and, more importantly, a carefully engineered dune and berm structure to mitigate damage from storms.
Based on preconstruction surveys, the beach fill template was adjusted, and Stone Harbor received sand in three specific areas:
- From 80th Street to 87th Street
- From 89th Street to 115th Street, with slight narrowing at 96th and 97th Streets and a tapered approach at the start and finish points.
- From 119th to 127th Street groin
Progress and Delays: The project started on April 17th at the north end of Avalon and progressed southward. Weather conditions and mechanical maintenance caused some delays, and the project eventually commenced in Stone Harbor on June 6th. Dedication to the project remained steadfast while crews worked 24/7 through June and July.
On July 17, 2023, the dredging and beach fill project was successfully completed with an impressive 727,755 cubic yards of sand placed on Stone Harbor beaches. Subsequently, the demobilization operation cleared all beaches, crossovers, and parking lots, and concluded on July 28, 2023, restoring full accessibility. The contractor will return in the Fall for dune grass planting to finish the project completely.
The Borough of Stone Harbor is grateful to residents and visitors for their patience and support throughout this project. The completion of the beach nourishment project not only enhances our beaches but also reinforces our dunes, providing essential protection to our coastal community.
Below are video and photos of the project provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Click here for Beach Nourishment Video
Video Credit: Peter Smith, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Experimental Concept For Safeguarding Beach-Nesting Birds to be Installed at Stone Harbor Point
July 10, 2023
Protecting Beach-Nesting Birds at the Point!
This week the United States Department of Agriculture, and Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA & APHIS) is experimenting a new non-lethal, initiative to safeguard migratory birds nesting at the Point from predators.
This new concept, Fladry, consists of a line of eye-catching flagging that serves as a barrier, dissuading predators from entering the area and reducing the risk to our precious bird colonies.
Fladry has successfully deterred mammalian predators in Europe for several decades. Now, for the first time in New Jersey, APHIS is experimenting with Fladry as a protective measure for our beach-nesting birds.
Your cooperation matters, and we kindly request your support and understanding in this endeavor. If you come across the lines and red flags that are part of the Fladry system at Stone Harbor Point this week, please refrain from approaching or disturbing them.
As this is the first implementation of Fladry by APHIS in New Jersey, we’re still learning about its effectiveness specifically for beach-nesting birds. We appreciate your patience and understanding while determining the system’s success. Our goal is that the non-lethal dissuasion method will protect the bird colonies without harming any animals.
Local Food Pantries in Need of Reusable Shopping Bags
May 10, 2022
Do you have extra reusable grocery bags?
Consider repurposing these bags if they are in good condition at any of the local food pantries!
Food Pantries are in constant need of reusable grocery bags and this is a great way to help them fulfill their mission.
The following is a partial list of Food Pantries within Cape May County that will accept your grocery bags that are in good condition:
- Caring for Kids (Cape May Court House): 609-408-5220
- CARA (Cape May Court House): 609-522-6489
- Bethel Commandment Church (Whitesboro): 609-465-0356
- Christ Gospel Agape Community (Whitesboro): 609-833-1602
- Concerned Citizens of Whitesboro: 609-536-8352
- The Branches (Rio Grande): 609-886-5091
- Catholic Charities (Rio Grande): 609-886-2662
- Holy Redeemer Food Pantry (Swainton): 609-465-2082
- Seashore Community Church of the Nazarene (Erma): 609-886-6196
- Holy Spirit Lutheran Church (Villas): 609-886-5414
Video Available: Flood Mitigation Pilot Study for 92nd through 96th Street
March 24, 2022
In case you missed the Special Meeting on Wednesday, March 22nd which covered the Flood Mitigation Pilot Study planned for 92nd – 95th Streets near Sunset Drive, video of the meeting is available below.
