The Borough of Avalon offers similar information on their web site regarding FEMA funds available for residents to elevate their homes.
The deadline for submitting an application is March 11th.
February 19, 2013
Avalon- Primary Residents
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February 19, 2013
Stone Harbor- Primary Residents
This information was distributed by the Stone Harbor Realty Owners Association– and applies to year round residents (primary home owners) only:
(Stone Harbor, NJ)— The Borough of Stone Harbor, New Jersey will be making an application through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation Program for a grant to qualified property owners to elevate their homes. This is a reimbursement grant; therefore, should funds be made available, the property owner will be responsible for hiring and paying their contractor in full, and for providing a receipt to the Borough of Stone Harbor for reimbursement submission.
The grant may provide 50-75% of the cost to elevate. The remaining 25-50% cost share, plus any administrative cost born by the Borough must be provided by the property owner. The Municipal Engineer estimates the average project cost to range from between $50,000 and $110,000.
Should funds be available, properties awarded funds would be required to post an escrow with the Borough of Stone Harbor prior to the commencement of any work to cover administrative costs.Persons interested in being placed on the list may visit the Construction Office located in Stone Harbor Borough Hall at 9501 Second Avenue, Stone Harbor, New Jersey. They may also call Zoning Official Joanne Mascia at (609) 368-6813.  Please note: Intent to participate in this program should be made on or before Friday, February 22, 2013.
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February 19, 2013
Warmer Wind?
A strong south breeze (eventually) bringing warmer air to the island. Â In the meantime…WINDY at the beach.
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February 18, 2013
More Daylight
Nice to see sunlight (or at least the sunset) as I drive ALLLLL the way home at the end of my workday. Â Gives me hope for spring.
Yesterday, the storm clouds provided amazing views from both the beach and bay side of the island.
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February 17, 2013
Need a Beach Day?
Browse through sale listings in Avalon and Stone Harbor NJ Â Â MLS link- click here…and then call or e-mail me with your “wish list”!
I appreciate the opportunity to help with sales or rentals.  ann@anndelaney.com  or 609-967-7950
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February 17, 2013
Sunday Sights
A light coating of snow on grassy surfaces…including the dune grass!
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February 16, 2013
Recycling Made Easier
As of April 1st, Cape May County will participate in “single stream recycling”. Â This will allow property owners and tenants to place ALL of their recycling items together in bins for pick up.
Realistically, rental properties will still need several general recycling bins to hold the items for the weekly pick up.
In Avalon and Stone Harbor, cans are picked up manually. Â Therefore, size/weight restrictions for all trash containers remain in place.
Excerpt from an article posted 2/13/13 in The Middle Township Gazette (www.shorenewstoday.com)
STONE HARBOR – The borough is preparing to collect recyclables into one container later this year.
Property owners will receive a four-page brochure that details how recyclable materials can be placed into a single container.
Single-stream recycling begins April 1 in Cape May County.
The materials accepted include plastic containers; tin, steel, and aluminum cans; glass; cardboard; magazines; newspapers and other paper products.
“The goal is to improve the percentage of the waste stream dedicated towards recycling,†reads a statement from the borough. “That effort will also reduce tipping fees paid by the borough.â€
A tipping fee is how much the borough pays to take garage to the landfill.
Items that cannot be placed in recycling cans include regular trash, food contaminated boxes, polystyrene packaging, window glass, paint cans, beverage cups and light bulbs. Containers must not be larger than 32 gallons.
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February 14, 2013
Perks of the Job
As an admitted “house stalker”, my job is a perfect fit.  Today, I was able to preview an INCREDIBLE custom home for sale in Stone Harbor.  Over-sized lot with a main house, plus a 2 bedroom guest house. Large pool with adjacent summer kitchen and fireplace/sitting area. Beautifully decorated, too.  Click here  to see the pictures/details.  And then let me know how many times you say “wow”!  Or, even better…if you know someone looking for a special family home.
Another perk of living/working on the island? Â Checking out the ever changing view 🙂
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Shore Tourism
Prospective tenants ask about the condition of our beaches and businesses; and after reassurances, are ready to commit to a vacation rental. Buyers are able to see first hand as they tour homes and condos. Â We know how fortunate we are to start our 2013 season with such normalcy.
A reporter and photographer from Penn Live (Patriot News of Central Pennsylvania) are currently touring the southern Jersey shore -Cape May to Atlantic City- and posting updates.  You can read their posts HERE , and  today’s post  HERE  (disclaimer- I’m quoted!)