A structural crack was discovered late yesterday on the 96th Street draw bridge. Â The bridge is closed until repairs made- likely after the weekend.
Fortunately, the Ocean Drive bridge via North Wildwood Boulevard is no longer charging tolls (closed for the winter).
UPDATE 11/1/16- the repairs are expected to take at least 1 week. Â
Yesterday- “I can’t believe it’s so hot”.
Today- “Ugh, it’s so damp and cold”.
A picture from yesterday to hold us over 🙂
Both Avalon and Stone Harbor have scheduled a tax re-evaluation for all properties within the municipality.
Property owners will receive notice, and a request for inspection. Â It’s always in your best interest for the tax assessor to see the interior so that you are credited with the correct amenities.
Once the evaluations are complete, the tax rate will be adjusted accordingly.
The communities are required to maintain tax assessments within a close percentage of fair market value.
Hard to imagine on a day like today…but it WILL eventually turn colder!
Is your shore house prepared for winter?
The combination of cold temperatures and high winds causes exposed pipes to freeze. Outside showers and non-frost proof hose nozzles must be shut off and drained. Disconnect all hoses (water in the hose will expand and crack even the frost proof nozzle).
If you leave your inside water on, set the heat between 55 and 60 degrees, and open the cabinet doors under all sinks to allow warm air to circulate around the pipes.
Close the crawl space vents and access doors (re-open in the spring to allow air flow under the house).
Purchase a “watchman” red light from the local hardware store (a thermostat connected to the light will indicate if the inside temperature falls below 45 degrees).  And, provide the police with your contact information.
Or, hire someone to regularly inspect your property to make sure the heat is functioning.  Based on last winter…this is money well spent.
Beautiful beach day (not for me…but spotted a few lucky people when I walked down the 28th Street path to see the ocean!)
Beautiful fall colors and scenery on our trip through upstate New York and Canada.
Our colors may be limited, but can’t beat the water views!
Local residents understand and appreciate the perks of living “at the shore”.
For those of us working in tourist related industries, the summer is also our busiest time of the year.
The arrival of fall means it’s our turn for vacation!
I work with 2 proud Canadians…so my husband and I are heading north to see what all of the fuss is about 😉
Our travel is purposely planned to only miss one weekend of work (October 1st/2nd).  I will be back in the office  Saturday morning, October 8th (Columbus Day weekend).
Will post a few pictures of our adventures on Twitter…
New on the sale market- 6890 Ocean Drive, Avalon NJ
Unique oasis in a prime south end Avalon location. Â 4 bedrooms, 3 baths over 3 levels of elegant seashore living. Â A short walk to wide bathing beach…and nice bay views! Â $1,049,000 attractively furnished and ready for immediate enjoyment.
For more details: Â MLS Link
The 21st Annual Nuns’ Beach Surf Invitational is Saturday, September 17th.
Proceeds help maintain the 79 year old Stone Harbor landmark and summer retreat house for the Sister Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
Stop by to watch the surfing contest. Â The lovely Sisters will be on hand selling coffee, donuts, and of course, the popular “Nuns’ Beach” apparel!
November
Noticed a jack o’ lantern face in the clouds this morning! Â Avalon NJ