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Ocean City NJ Council 07 16 2026
Published: Jul 16, 2026
City Council Considers Ordinance Prohibiting Camping on Public Property
The city council considered Ordinance 2608 on second reading and public hearing, which prohibits camping or sleeping on public property, including gazebos, pavilions, boardwalks, public benches, and recreational fields. The ordinance aims to allow for common sense application and does not prohibit napping on the beach. The council moved to adopt the ordinance on second reading.
Resident References Letter to Editor, Emphasizing Importance of Workers' Needs
Resident Bronwyn Zlatkus urged council members to read a specific letter to the editor in the Sentinel titled 'Me to Believe Only Merchants Matter in Ocean City.' Zlatkus stated that the letter explains her view that it is important to provide income for people who work in the city, suggesting that the needs of workers should be considered alongside those of merchants.
Resident Highlights Accessibility Issues Due to Sidewalk Obstructions and Outdoor Seating
Resident Nancy Notaro shared an experience where her friend's disabled daughter faced significant difficulties navigating uneven sidewalks and blocked pathways, including needing assistance to move a vehicle blocking the sidewalk. The most significant issue was the inability to pass in front of John and Paty's due to outdoor seating on the sidewalk, which was instituted during COVID. Notaro suggested reviewing and potentially rolling back such sidewalk seating ordinances.
Resident Proposes Pedestrian Safety Measures and Questions 'Night in Venice' Promotion Costs
Resident Marie Crawford suggested retiming traffic lights at major intersections, specifically West and Bay Avenues, to create a 'all-way stop' period for pedestrians to cross safely. She noted that even city employees are hesitant to cross West Avenue due to traffic conditions. Crawford also questioned the promotion costs for 'Night in Venice,' particularly the choice of a filmmaker with a potentially 'disreputable reputation' and the high cost of $80,000, suggesting more vetting and consideration of local talent or sponsorships.
Boardwalk Development Guide to be Discussed by City Council
Councilmember Jim requested a resolution be placed on the next agenda to adopt the boardwalk subcommittee report as the city's guide for boardwalk development. This report aims to achieve greater community consensus on the future path for the boardwalk, a critical city asset, and will be a topic for public conversation.
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