I was able to get a first hand view of the damaged roadway connecting Avalon to the Townsends Inlet Bridge. Â Even today, the waves were breaking over the rock wall. Â This has been an on going issue- well before the storm. Â It was not that unusual to be splashed on your way to the bridge!
According to an article in today’s Atlantic City Press, the road will likely be closed until spring.
There will be live music and family activities throughout the shopping districts in Avalon and Stone Harbor– including the “grand” parade at 6:30pm Saturday!
Be sure to pick up a copy of the Seven Mile Times for a complete schedule of holiday events.
Power Play Realty will once again participate in the Festival of Trees. Creatively decorated trees and wreaths will be on display at the Whitebrier Motor Boat Club on 21st Street, Avalon . Bidding begins on Wednesday at 5pm; with winning bids announced after the town tree lighting Friday night.
If you are in downtown Avalon during the day, please stop by our office and say hello. Â We will be giving away Power Play Realty draw string back packs on Festive Friday.
Well, the Jersey shore version 😉 Â It occurred to me this morning- why I find more sea glass on the beach in the off season. The color of the glass…even though softened from tumbling through the waves…stands out against the many shades of gray.
If I can help you, or a friend with real estate (sales/rentals) in Avalon, Stone Harbor, NJ please let me know.
Search the Power Play Realty web site  and contact me with questions:  ann@anndelaney.com
Thank you!
I appreciate the business…and the opportunity to help.
Officially acknowledged winter this morning: wore the practical LL Bean jacket on my morning walk!
The 8th Street jetty in Avalon (looking north toward the inlet).
Even before Sandy, mold was a concern for homes along the shore. Â I have provided tips for mold prevention in previous blog posts:Â https://anndelaney.com/2011/04/21/open-crawl-space-vents/
Real estate agents and property buyers/sellers need to be pro-active as we move forward.
1) Sellers should disclose if there was water on their property- even if limited to the garage or crawl space. If remediation occurred, ask seller to provide documentation.
2) Buyers – a thorough home inspection is important. Â Inspectors will note if there are any issues in the crawl space; or if new duct work/insulation has been installed.
3) Agents should be forthcoming with any concerns regarding flood damage. Â We know the areas of greater risk, and it’s our responsibility to ask questions and provide the facts.
I took a break from work this afternoon to walk along Dune Drive, and then back on the boardwalk.
Construction vehicles line the business district. Renovations to stores and offices damaged by flooding are well underway. I continue to be amazed by the progress.
It was noticeably quieter on the boardwalk (just me…and the cats!)
The pictures posted were taken from the 21st Street beach path (looking south).
The wide dune, and the boardwalk are intact.
Beach entrances are blocked off until the debris is cleared and paths leveled for safety reasons. I was able to work around this minor inconvenience 😉
The merchants in the Borough of Avalon are back on track for the family events scheduled for the day after Thanksgiving.
For more information, check the Visit Avalon NJ web site
Thanksgiving
Our shore neighbors continue the clean up and restoration of their homes and businesses.  It will be an especially difficult holiday season for many.
Residents in towns farther north face the overwhelming task of rebuilding structures, as well as communities.
In the wake of incredible devastation; compassion, generosity, commitment, and hope remain strong.