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  • Water, water everywhere!

    The island is experiencing significant tidal flooding from the Nor’Easter.

    Because it’s a weekend in September, there are more people around than for a typical winter storm. And that means more vehicles driving through the salt water – causing damage to not only their own cars/ trucks, but also to the nearby homes and businesses.

    I arrived to my office just before high tide, and watched the water quickly rise over the streets and sidewalks. Even our back parking lot has standing water.

    It WILL drain, but that takes time.

    P.S. My theory from several hours of watching the “traffic” from my office window: some drivers must believe that if they ride fast through the water, the displacement will keep their vehicle dry!

  • Tim Kerr Charities

    I am happy to support and volunteer for the summer events hosted by TK Charties.

    Proceeds are distributed to a variety of local charitable organizations.

    AND, participants have fun!

    For more information: TK Charities

  • That’s a Wrap!

    Labor Day weekend 2026

    The island is busy, with comfortable September weather to finish out the season.

    As always, summer means balancing my busy work schedule with family time.

    I am grateful to live in an environment that provides an amazing opportunity for both!

    See you on the beach 🙂

  • For Sale, Avalon

    New on the sale market !

    Incredible opportunity to own a meticulously maintained home in the peaceful north end. Unique setting and views. Wonderful (and private) pool area.

    https://zsvc.paragon.ice.com/s/goto/ZrgDvAViQen

  • Steamy!

    Cooler by a Mile will hopefully hold up for the holiday weekend 🙂

    View the Stone Harbor fireworks on Friday night, and the Avalon fireworks on Saturday night.

  • Borough of Avalon Rental Registration

    There’s some confusion with notices from the Borough of Avalon Licensing Department regarding rental registrations.

    With the system now fully on line, there is an opportunity to complete the required registration for the 2027 season.

    Borough of Avalon Rental License info

    In prior years, these notices were mailed out in the fall. The new system will allow landlords to process the paperwork at their convenience well in advance of the new year.

  • Avalon NJ- beach update

    The sand back passing project this spring initially allowed the north end beach paths to open, however, the storms over the Memorial Day weekend caused further erosion.

    The Borough of Avalon had to make the decision to close the damaged paths for safety reasons.

    There is an established walking path that runs along the dune line for access to 9th Street and 15th Street for the open/guarded beach locations.

    The post on the Borough’s web site states that the beach access situation is unlikely to change until after the planned beach fill this summer.

    Beach Access Info

  • Sotheby’s International Realty

    Fascinating articles regarding trends within luxury real estate markets world-wide (see attached link).

    Our experience here on the island mirrors these statistics.

    https://www.luxuryoutlook.com/2026-mid-year-luxury-outlook-report/

  • Memorial Day 2026

  • New Jersey E-bike Regulations

    Although our local municipalities planned to enforce the new regulations regarding e-bikes (aka pedal assist bikes), those of us who own e-bikes are unable to complete the tasks.

    We secured the required liability insurance (not easy to find!). However, the NJ Division of Motor Vehicles could not issue registration cards. The clerk at the DMV (when we arrived for our scheduled appointment) said they are still “waiting for instructions from Trenton”. Frustrating!

    I understand the need to enforce safety standards- especially with the number of young people riding the bikes. Setting age and helmet requirements, as well as making sure the riders follow the rules of the road are the more logical steps.