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Tue Aug 25, 2026
Boards & Commissions
Planning Board reviews roof pitch ordinance and two major Beach Avenue applications
The Cape May Planning Board will vote on resolutions for Adis Inc. regarding a pergola and phasing at 1317 Beach Avenue. The board will also consider site plan and variance applications for properties at 701 & 703 Beach Avenue and 7 & 10 Ocean Street. Additionally, the board will discuss a proposed ordinance amending zoning code requirements for minimum and maximum roof pitch.
- Resolution for Adis Inc. regarding a pergola at 1317 Beach Avenue, Block 1146 Lot(s) 6-24
- Resolution for Adis Inc. regarding phasing at 1317 Beach Avenue, Block 1146 Lot(s) 6-24
- Site plan and variance application for Joseph & Carole McCarraher at 701 & 703 Beach Avenue, Block 1062 Lot(s) 6
- Site plan and variance application for 7 Ocean LLC at 7 & 10 Ocean Street, Block 1056 Lot(s) 13.02 & Block 1047 Lot(s) 5
- Discussion of an ordinance amending zoning code regarding minimum and maximum roof pitch requirements
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PAUL DIETRICH
City Manager
City Engineer
ERIN C. BURKE
City Clerk
ZACK MULLOCK
Mayor
MAUREEN K. MCDADE
Deputy Mayor
LORRAINE M. BALDWIN
Councilmember
STEVE BODNAR
Councilmember
SHAINE P. MEIER
Councilmember
City of Cape May
City Hall • 643 Washington Street • Cape May, New Jersey 08204-2397 • (609) 884-9525 • Fax: (609) 884-8589
Planning Board
City Hall Auditorium
Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 6:00 PM
SUNSHINE
Opening:
In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of 1975, adequate notice of this meeting
has been provided. If any member has reason to believe this meeting is being held in
violation of this act, they should state so at this time.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Resolution(s):
08-25-2026: 1 Adis Inc.
1317 Beach Avenue, Block 1146 Lot(s) 6-24 - Pergola
08-25-2026: 2 Adis Inc.
1317 Beach Avenue, Block 1146 Lot(s) 6-24 - Phasing
08-25-2026: 3 Resolution for Meeting Not Open to Public in Accordance with the
Provisions of the NJ Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A. 10:4-12 -
Litigation – Avue LLC
Minutes:
July 28, 2026
Application(s):
Joseph & Carole McCarraher
701 & 703 Beach Avenue, Block 1062 Lot(s) 6
Site Plan, Preliminary & Final – Waiver of Requirements
Variance Relief (Substantial Benefit)
7 Ocean LLC
7 & 10 Ocean …
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Boards & Commissions
Environmental Commission to discuss Clean Communities and stewardship
The Cape May City Environmental Commission is meeting to review the July minutes, receive updates from the Planning Board, City Council, and City Manager, and discuss new business including Clean Communities. The agenda also includes a discussion on stewardship and the natural world, followed by a public comment period.
- Clean Communities program discussion
- Planning Board report by Mike Jones
- City Council update by Councilmember Bodnar
- City Manager updates by Paul Dietrich
- HPC updates by John Boecker
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PAUL E. DIETRICH
City Manager
ERIN C. BURKE
City Clerk
ZACK MULLOCK
Mayor
MAUREEN K. MCDADE
Deputy Mayor
LORRAINE M. BALDWIN
Councilmember
STEVE BODNAR
Councilmember
SHAINE P. MEIER
Councilmember
City of Cape May
National Historic Landmark
City Hall • 643 Washington Street • Cape May, New Jersey 08204-2397 • (609) 884-9525 • Fax: (609) 884-8589
www.capemaycity.com
Cape May City Environmental Commission
Cape May City Hall Auditorium
August 25, 2026 – 11:00 AM
OPENING:
In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of 1975, adequate notice of this meeting has been
provided. If any member has reason to believe that this meeting is being held in violation of this Act
they should state so at this time.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
MINUTES: July 28, 2026
OLD BUSINESS
• Planning Board Report– Mike Jones
• City Council– Councilmember Bodnar
• City Manager Updates – Paul Dietrich
• John Boecker – HPC updates
NEW BUSINESS
• Clean Communities
PUBLIC PORTION
DISCUSSION
• Stewardship and the Natural World– Charlotte Todd
ADJOURNMENT
Recent meetings
Tue Aug 18, 2026
City Council Meetings
Council to consider contracts for street safety and beach management
The Cape May City Council is holding a regular meeting with several resolutions up for approval, including contracts for professional services related to safety improvements on Elmira Street, Venice Avenue, and Bank Street, and continued engineering for the beach management program. The council will also consider a resolution to apply for county open space funds for Wise-Anderson Park and a resolution rededicating the park's name. Public comments are limited to five minutes per person.
- Resolution 304-08-2026: Contract with Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. for safety improvements to Elmira Street, Venice Avenue, and Bank Street
- Resolution 305-08-2026: Contract with Taylor Engineering, Inc. for beach management program engineering
- Resolution 306-08-2026: Application to Cape May County Open Space Program for Wise-Anderson Park
- Resolution 300-08-2026: Rededicating the name of Wise-Anderson Park
- Resolution 303-08-2026: Accept and match funds for NJUCF Stewardship Canopy Maintenance Grant
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
of the City Council of the City of Cape May, NJ
Cape May City Hall Auditorium
643 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204
Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 3:00 P.M.
Please be advised that the City of Cape May holds all scheduled City Council meetings in-person
at the Cape May City Hall Auditorium, 643 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204. Meetings
will also be streamed live on the City’s YouTube page (instructions on how to watch are attached
to this agenda).
CALL TO ORDER – Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
CLERK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Open Public Meetings Law P.L. 1975, Chapter 231 of the State of New Jersey (Sunshine Law)
Under the Open Public Meetings Law, notice of this meeting was sent to the Cape May County
Herald; The Cape May Star and Wave; and the Press of Atlantic City, and a copy of the agenda was
delivered to each member of City Council, and posted on the Cape May City website and Cape May
City Hall bulletin board.
Notice is hereby provided that Cape May City Council Meetings are audio recorded and/or video
streamed live. Live video streams are posted to the Cape May City website. The City of Cape May
is not responsible if audio recording or live video streaming of a meeting is unavailable.
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS FROM AGENDA:
UPDATES/OLD BUSINESS:
City Manager – Atlantic/Cape May MJPPI Annual update; Bond Rating Update
City Solicitor
City Council
PRESENTATION:
Cape May Police Department Accredita …
Tue Aug 18, 2026
City Council Meetings
Council to discuss leases for Allen AME Church and Tennis Club in closed session
The Cape May City Council is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: a resolution to enter a closed session to discuss leases for the Allen AME Church at 715-717 Franklin Street and the Cape May Tennis Club at 1020-1026 Washington Street. The public may comment in person, with a five-minute limit, before adjournment. No other business is listed.
- Closed session discussion on lease for 715-717 Franklin Street (Allen AME Church)
- Closed session discussion on lease for 1020-1026 Washington Street (Cape May Tennis Club)
- Public comment period limited to 5 minutes per speaker
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SUNSHINE NOTICE
AGENDA
SPECIAL MEETING
of the City Council of the City of Cape May, NJ
Cape May City Hall Auditorium
643 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Please be advised that the City of Cape May is holding all scheduled City Council meetings in-
person at the Cape May City Hall auditorium, 643 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204.
Meetings will also be streamed live on the City’s Youtube channel (instructions are attached to
this agenda).
CALL TO ORDER – Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
CLERK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Open Public Meetings Law P.L. 1975, Chapter 231 of the State of New Jersey (Sunshine Law)
Under the Open Public Meetings Law, notice of this meeting was sent to the Cape May County Herald
and the Press of Atlantic City, and a copy of the agenda was delivered to each member of City
Council, and posted on the Cape May City website and Cape May City Hall bulletin board.
Notice is hereby provided that Cape May City Council Meetings are audio recorded and/or video
streamed live. Live video streams are posted to the Cape May City website. The City of Cape May
is not responsible if audio recording or live video streaming of a meeting is unavailable.
ROLL CALL
RESOLUTION
299-08-2026 A Resolution Providing for a Meeting Not Open to the Public in Accordance with
the Provisions of the New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A. 10:4-12 –
Discussion on 715-717 Franklin Street Allen AME Church Lease …
Mon Aug 17, 2026
Boards & Commissions
Historic Preservation Commission to vote on 8 final approvals, including McHugh Group and Crown Castle fiber projects
The Cape May Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular meeting on August 17, 2026, to consider resolutions for final approval on eight properties, including a McHugh Group project at 1101 New York Avenue and three Crown Castle Fiber LLC right-of-way requests. The commission will also review conceptual approval for a project at 535 Bank Street, act on 27 applications already reviewed (mostly HVAC, fences, and roofs), and hear new applications for additions and alterations. A policy discussion on application submission and agenda placement is also scheduled.
- Final approval resolutions for 8 properties, including McHugh Group (1101 New York Ave), Newman (641 Hughes St), Crown Castle Fiber (6 Perry St, 104 North St, 201 Beach Ave), Mission 70 (316 Jefferson St), Deluca (1515 Beach Ave), Hulse (409 Jefferson St)
- Conceptual approval for Miller/Wallis at 535 Bank Street
- 27 reviewed applications, mostly HVAC, fences, and roofs, including Chalfonte Hotel (301 Howard St) and Tides Cape May (5 Jackson St)
- New applications: Luce Realty (227 Perry St) porch/roof changes, Haija (1149 Lafayette St) rear addition, Adis Inc. (1317 Beach Ave) pergolas, Aylmer (520 Elmira St) pavers and railings
- Discussion on policy for application submission, completeness review, and agenda placement
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Cape May City
Historic Preservation Commission Agenda
City Hall Auditorium
August 17, 2026 - 6:00 p.m.
OPENING:
In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of 1975, adequate notice of this meeting has been provided. If any
member has reason to believe that this meeting is being held in violation of this Act they should state so at this time.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
MINUTES: July 20, 2026
PAYMENT OF BILLS
RESOLUTIONS FOR FINAL APPROVAL
McHugh Group RE LP, 1101 New York Avenue, Block 1117, Lot 38,39 – Resolution 2026-27
Newman, 641 Hughes Street, Block 1058, Lot 22 – Resolution 2026-28
Crown Castle Fiber LLC, Right of Way in front of 6 Perry Street – Resolution 2026-29
Crown Castle Fiber LLC, Right of Way in front of 104 North Street – Resolution 2026-30
Crown Castle Fiber LLC, Right of Way in front of 201 Beach Avenue – Resolution 2026-31
Mission 70 Real Estate Holdings, LLC, 316 Jefferson Street, Block 1073, Lot 12 – Resolution 2026-32
Deluca, 1515 Beach Avenue, Block 1174, Lot 22,23 – Resolution 2026-33
Hulse, 409 Jefferson Street, Block 1086, Lot 4 – Resolution 2026-34
CONCEPTUAL APPROVALS
Miller/Wallis, 535 Bank Street, Block 1054, Lot 25
APPLICATIONS APPROVED/DENIED IN REVIEW:
Acker, 637 Hughes Street, 1058/24, KC – HVAC
Andriello/Wilsey, 501 Lafayette Street, 1053/4, NC – Fence
Barker, 1017 New Jersey Avenue, 1102/50, C – HVAC
Biehn, 315 Franklin Street, 1073/26, C – HVAC
Burgess, 903 Stockton Avenue, 1082/20, C – HVAC
C …
Thu Aug 13, 2026
City Council Meetings
Council to vote on beach/promenade rules and curfew changes
The Cape May City Council is holding a special meeting to consider final adoption of Ordinance 607-2026, which amends city code regarding prohibited acts on the Promenade and Beach and adjusts the curfew. The ordinance is being considered for immediate effect on an emergency basis. A public hearing and public comment period are scheduled before the vote.
- Ordinance 607-2026: Amends prohibited acts on the Promenade and Beach, and curfew
- Final adoption and immediate effect on emergency basis (N.J.S.A. 40:81-21)
- Public hearing and public comment (5-minute limit per speaker)
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SUNSHINE NOTICE
AGENDA
SPECIAL MEETING
of the City Council of the City of Cape May, NJ
Cape May City Hall Auditorium
643 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204
Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Please be advised that the City of Cape May is holding all scheduled City Council meetings in-
person at the Cape May City Hall auditorium, 643 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204.
Meetings will also be streamed live on the City’s Youtube channel (instructions are attached to
this agenda).
CALL TO ORDER – Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
CLERK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Open Public Meetings Law P.L. 1975, Chapter 231 of the State of New Jersey (Sunshine Law)
Under the Open Public Meetings Law, notice of this meeting was sent to the Cape May County Herald
and the Press of Atlantic City, and a copy of the agenda was delivered to each member of City
Council, and posted on the Cape May City website and Cape May City Hall bulletin board.
Notice is hereby provided that Cape May City Council Meetings are audio recorded and/or video
streamed live. Live video streams are posted to the Cape May City website. The City of Cape May
is not responsible if audio recording or live video streaming of a meeting is unavailable.
ROLL CALL
ORDINANCE FOR CONSIDERATION FOR ADOPTION:
607-2026
Ordinance Amending the City Code Regarding Prohibited Acts on the Promenade
and Beach and Amending Curfew (to be Considered for Final Adoption and
Immediate Effect on an Emergency Basi …
Wed Aug 12, 2026
Boards & Commissions
Shade Tree Commission to review tree removal requests and permits
The Cape May Shade Tree Commission is meeting to consider street tree removal requests and residential tree removal permit applications for several properties. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes, public comments, and reports from subcommittees and officials.
- Street tree removal requests for 1112 Virginia Avenue, 1102 Lafayette Street, and 704 E Madison Avenue
- Residential tree removal permit applications for 1513 New Jersey Avenue, 2 Swan Avenue, 909 Corgie Street, and 1363 Virginia Avenue
- Approval of minutes from July 15, 2026 meeting
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Cape May City
Shade Tree Commission
Agenda
Wednesday August 12, 2026 – 5:00PM
1. Call to order & Open Public Meetings Act
OPENING: In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of 1975, adequate notice of this
meeting has been provided. If any member has reason to believe that this meeting is being held in
violation of this Act they should state so at this time.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
4. Approval of Minutes of July 15, 2026
5. Guests & Members of the public
6. Public Comments
7. Removal Requests
STREET TREE REMOVAL REQUESTS
1. 1112 Viriginia Avenue – Commissioner York
2. 1102 Lafayette Street – Commissioner Goldstein
3. 704 E Madison Avenue – Vice Chairman Werner
RESIDENTIAL TREE REMOVAL PERMIT APPLICATIONS
1. 1513 New Jersey Avenue – Vice Chairman Werner
2. 2 Swan Avenue – Chairman Ator
3. 909 Corgie Street – Commissioner Drake
4. 1363 Virginia Avenue – Commissioner York
8. Old Business:
9. New Business:
10. Sub Committee Report – Vice Chairman Werner
11. Treasurer’s Report – Commissioner York
12. Council Report – Councilman Shaine Meier
13. City Arborist Report – Matt Notch
14. Adjournment
Wed Aug 12, 2026
City Advisory Committees
Cape May bike-ped committee to plan September Bike Walk event
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee is meeting to hear reports from the city manager and police department, discuss e-bike safety observations, and plan a September Bike Walk event. The agenda also includes succession planning for the committee. This is a routine advisory meeting with no votes or binding decisions listed.
- Report from City Manager
- Report from Police Department
- E-bike safety observations
- Bike Walk in September event planning
- Succession planning for committee members
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Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
Meeting Agenda
August 12, 2026
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Old Business – Report from City Manager
- Report from Police Department
- Report from E-bike safety observations – JM
New Business – Bike Walk in September – SB
- Succession Planning – JM
- Other – Committee members
Public Comment
Adjournment
9:30am
Tue Aug 11, 2026
Boards & Commissions
Cape May Planning Board August 11 meeting cancelled
The City of Cape May Planning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 11, 2026 has been cancelled. No applications or decisions will be considered at this meeting. Documents and records remain available for review at City Hall.
- Planning Board meeting cancelled for August 11, 2026
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PAUL E. DIETRICH
City Manager
City Engineer
ERIN C. BURKE
City Clerk
ZACK MULLOCK
Mayor
MAUREEN K. MCDADE
Deputy Mayor
LORRAINE M. BALDWIN
Councilmember
STEVE BODNAR
Councilmember
SHAINE P. MEIER
Councilmember
City of Cape May Planning Board
Legal Notice
SUNSHINE
Public Notice is hereby given to all persons that the City of Cape May Planning Board meeting scheduled for
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 has been cancelled.
All documents, applications, actions and decisions of the Board are on file and available for review in o ur City
Hall Board Office, 643 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ. The Board’s meeting dates, minutes and legal notices
are also posted on the City’s website.
Karen Keenan
Board Assistant
August 6, 2026
This notice is being provided to the Cape May County Herald, Cape May Star & Wave and the Atlantic City Press, posted
on the bulletin board in City Hall and posted on the City of Cape May Website in compliance with the Open Public Meetings
Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975.
Date of Posting on City Webpage: August 6, 2026
Tue Aug 4, 2026
City Council Meetings
Council to vote on ordinance restricting promenade and beach activities, curfew
The City Council will introduce an ordinance amending city code to prohibit certain acts on the Promenade and Beach and to adjust the curfew. The consent agenda includes resolutions to accept grants for coastal resiliency, neighborhood preservation, a police wellness initiative, and historic preservation, plus a change order for the new police headquarters and a shared services agreement with West Cape May. A presentation from the Cape May Housing Authority is also scheduled.
- Ordinance 606-2026 amending prohibited acts on the Promenade and Beach and curfew
- Resolution 290-08-2026 inserting 2025-2026 Coastal Resiliency Grant into budget
- Resolution 291-08-2026 inserting 2026 Neighborhood Preservation Program grant
- Resolution 295-08-2026 authorizing Change Order #4 for new Police Department headquarters construction
- Resolution 296-08-2026 authorizing shared services agreement with West Cape May for Uniform Construction Code services
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
of the City Council of the City of Cape May, NJ
Cape May City Hall Auditorium
643 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204
Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 1:00 P.M.
Please be advised that the City of Cape May holds all scheduled City Council meetings in-person
at the Cape May City Hall Auditorium, 643 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204. Meetings
will also be streamed live on the City’s YouTube page (instructions on how to watch are attached
to this agenda).
CALL TO ORDER – Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
CLERK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Open Public Meetings Law P.L. 1975, Chapter 231 of the State of New Jersey (Sunshine Law)
Under the Open Public Meetings Law, notice of this meeting was sent to the Cape May County
Herald; The Cape May Star and Wave; and the Press of Atlantic City, and a copy of the agenda was
delivered to each member of City Council, and posted on the Cape May City website and Cape May
City Hall bulletin board.
Notice is hereby provided that Cape May City Council Meetings are audio recorded and/or video
streamed live. Live video streams are posted to the Cape May City website. The City of Cape May
is not responsible if audio recording or live video streaming of a meeting is unavailable.
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS FROM AGENDA:
UPDATES/OLD BUSINESS:
City Manager
City Solicitor
City Council
PROCLAMATION:
Coast Guard Day
PRESENTATION:
Cape May Housing Authority – Dr. Keith Lafferty, CMHA State Appoint …
Thu Jul 30, 2026
Boards & Commissions
HPC workshop to align on revised historic design standards
The Historic Preservation Commission is holding a special meeting for an alignment workshop only; no formal action will be taken. Discussion will focus on revising the HPC's Historic Design Standards and application materials, and clarifying the adoption process for those changes.
- Workshop to identify and propose revised content for HPC Historic Design Standards
- Discussion of revisions and clarifications to HPC application materials and requirements
- Clarification of the process for adopting proposed modifications to the standards
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Cape May City
Historic Preservation Commission - SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
City Hall Auditorium
July 30, 2026 – 10:00 a.m.
SUNSHINE
NOTE: THIS SPECIAL MEETING IS FOR PURPOSES OF AN ALIGNMENT
WORKSHOP. THE BELOW ITEMS WILL BE DISCUSSED
BUT NO FORMAL ACTION WILL BE TAKEN AT THIS MEETING
OPENING: In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of 1975, adequate notice of this meeting has been provided. If any
member has reason to believe that this meeting is being held in violation of this Act they should state so at this time.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
ALIGNMENT WORKSHOP
Workshop Purpose:
To align around revised content and a process for updating HPC’s Historic Design Standards and
Applications,
In a way that encourages all commission members to serve as valued co-creators who inspire and unite
our community to steward Cape May’s historical, cultural, and natural resources for the benefit of all,
So that present and future generations continue to express the unique quality of life we share in this place
we love.
Workshop Agenda:
Discussion will focus on aligning around modifications to HPC Design Standards and Applications, as
follows:
1. Identify and propose revised content for updating HPC’s Historic Design Standards
2. Identify revisions and clarifications to HPC Application materials and requirements
3. Clarify the process for adopting proposed modifications to HPC’s Historic Design Standards
PUBLIC COMMENT
ADJOURNMENT
Tue Jul 28, 2026
Boards & Commissions
Environmental Commission discusses dune day, monarch pledge, nature center
The Cape May City Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss old business including a Planning Board report and city manager updates, and new business such as group feedback, Dune Day, the Monarch Pledge, and the Nature Center of Cape May. A discussion on stewardship and the natural world is also scheduled.
- Planning Board Report – Mike Jones
- Dune Day – David Scheffler
- Monarch Pledge – David Scheffler
- Nature Center of Cape May – David Scheffler
- Stewardship and the Natural World – Charlotte Todd
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PAUL E. DIETRICH
City Manager
ERIN C. BURKE
City Clerk
ZACK MULLOCK
Mayor
MAUREEN K. MCDADE
Deputy Mayor
LORRAINE M. BALDWIN
Councilmember
STEVE BODNAR
Councilmember
SHAINE P. MEIER
Councilmember
City of Cape May
National Historic Landmark
City Hall • 643 Washington Street • Cape May, New Jersey 08204-2397 • (609) 884-9525 • Fax: (609) 884-8589
www.capemaycity.com
Cape May City Environmental Commission
Cape May City Hall Auditorium
July 28, 2026 – 11:00 AM
OPENING:
In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of 1975, adequate notice of this meeting has been
provided. If any member has reason to believe that this meeting is being held in violation of this Act
they should state so at this time.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
MINUTES: June 23, 2026
OLD BUSINESS
• Planning Board Report– Mike Jones
• City Council– Councilmember Bodnar
• City Manager Updates – Paul Dietrich
NEW BUSINESS
• Group feedback – Mike Jones
• Dune Day – David Scheffler
• Monarch Pledge – David Scheffler
• Nature Center of Cape May – David Scheffler
PUBLIC PORTION
DISCUSSION
• Stewardship and the Natural World– Charlotte Todd
ADJOURNMENT
Tue Jul 28, 2026
Boards & Commissions
Planning Board to consider Verizon cell site and two Adis Inc. site plans
The Planning Board will hold a public meeting to consider a resolution for a Verizon Wireless facility at 1045 Beach Avenue, and two applications from Adis Inc. for site plan approvals and variance relief at 1317 Beach Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings and discuss payment of bills.
- Resolution 07-28-2026: Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless at 1045 Beach Avenue, Block 1101 Lot 7, within right of way
- Adis Inc. application for site plan, preliminary & final – waiver of requirements – pergola, with variance relief (substantial benefit) at 1317 Beach Avenue, Block 1146 Lots 6-24
- Adis Inc. application for site plan, preliminary & final – phasing approval, with variance relief (hardship & substantial benefit) at same address
- Minutes approval for June 9, 2026 and June 23, 2026 meetings
- Discussion of payment of bills
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PAUL DIETRICH
City Manager
City Engineer
ERIN C. BURKE
City Clerk
ZACK MULLOCK
Mayor
MAUREEN K. MCDADE
Deputy Mayor
LORRAINE M. BALDWIN
Councilmember
STEVE BODNAR
Councilmember
SHAINE P. MEIER
Councilmember
City of Cape May
City Hall • 643 Washington Street • Cape May, New Jersey 08204-2397 • (609) 884-9525 • Fax: (609) 884-8589
Planning Board
City Hall Auditorium
Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM
SUNSHINE
Opening: In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of 1975, adequate notice of this meeting
has been provided. If any member has reason to believe this meeting is being held in
violation of this act, they should state so at this time.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Resolution(s): 07-28-2026: 1 Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless
1045 Beach Avenue (nearest address)
Block 1101 Lot(s) 7 - Within Right of Way
Minutes: June 9, 2026
June 23, 2026
Application(s): Adis Inc.
1317 Beach Avenue, Block 1146 Lot(s) 6-24
Site Plan, Preliminary & Final – Waiver of Requirements – Pergola
Variance Relief (Substantial Benefit)
Adis Inc.
1317 Beach Avenue, Block 1146 Lot(s) 6-24
Site Plan, Preliminary & Final – Phasing Approval
Variance Relief (Hardship & Substantial Benefit)
Discussion: Payment of Bills
Any and all matters deemed necessary by the Board, with possible action taken.
Adjournment
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Thu Jul 23, 2026
Boards & Commissions
Zoning Board to hear variance request for 911 Washington Street
The Cape May Zoning Board will meet to consider three resolutions and one variance application. The board will vote on resolutions for properties on West Perry Street and Ocean Street, and will hear a variance request from Adam & Colleen Curtin for 911 Washington Street. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and discussion of bills.
- Resolution 07-23-2026:1 — Michael Mortimer, 444, 446 & 448 West Perry Street, Block 1031 Lots 3, 4 & 5.01
- Resolution 07-23-2026:2 — 420 Perry Street LLC, 420 & 422 West Perry Street, Block 1031 Lot(s) 15
- Resolution 07-23-2026:3 — Christine Carlson-Glazer, 107 Ocean Street, Block 1057 Lot(s) 25
- Application: Adam & Colleen Curtin, 911 Washington Street, Block 1094 Lot(s) 21 — Variance Relief (Substantial Benefit & Use)
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PAUL DIETRICH
City Manager
City Engineer
ERIN C. BURKE
City Clerk
ZACK MULLOCK
Mayor
MAUREEN K. MCDADE
Deputy Mayor
LORRAINE M. BALDWIN
Councilmember
STEVE BODNAR
Councilmember
SHAINE P. MEIER
Councilmember
City of Cape May
National Historic Landmark
City Hall • 643 Washington Street • Cape May, New Jersey 08204-2397 • (609) 884-9525 • Fax: (609) 884-8589
www.capemaycity.com
Zoning Board
City Hall Auditorium
Meeting Agenda
Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 6:00 PM
SUNSHINE
Opening: In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of 1975, adequate notice of this meeting has
been provided. If any member has reason to believe this meeting is being held in violation of
this act, they should state so at this time.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Resolution(s): 07-23-2026: 1 Michael Mortimer
444, 446 & 448 West Perry Street, Block 1031 Lot(s) 3, 4 & 5.01
07-23-2026: 2 420 Perry Street LLC
420 & 422 West Perry Street, Block 1031 Lot(s) 15
07-23-2026: 3 Christine Carlson-Glazer
107 Ocean Street, Block 1057 Lot(s) 25
Minutes: June 25, 2026
Application(s): Adam & Colleen Curtin
911 Washington Street, Block 1094 Lot(s) 21
Variance Relief (Substantial Benefit & Use)
Discussion: Payment of Bills
Any and all matters deemed necessary by the Board, with possible action taken.
Adjournment
Karen Keenan
Board Secretary
All applications a …
Tue Jul 21, 2026
City Council Meetings
Council to vote on 15 resolutions including Oktoberfest open container waiver
The City Council will consider 15 consent agenda resolutions, including designating August as Veterans and Military Appreciation Month, authorizing a shared services agreement for solid waste disposal, and approving a temporary open container waiver for Oktoberfest. The meeting also includes updates on the water plant and a public comment period. The next meeting on August 4, 2026, is rescheduled to 1:00 PM due to National Night Out.
- Resolution 278-07-2026: Temporary open container and public consumption waiver for Oktoberfest, plus waiver of special event fees
- Resolution 280-07-2026: Shared services agreement with Cape May County Municipal Utilities Authority for solid waste disposal and recycling
- Resolution 281-07-2026: Professional services contract with Robbie J. Conley, AIA for alterations to Convention Hall and Beach Tag Center
- Resolution 286-07-2026: Lease award for city-owned portion of Canning House Lane Water Tower at 830 Canning House Lane
- Resolution 287-07-2026: Parking lot use agreement with 106 Decatur Realty LLC and 19 Jackson Street Inc. (The Cricket Club)
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
of the City Council of the City of Cape May, NJ
Cape May City Hall Auditorium
643 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204
Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 3:00 P.M.
Please be advised that the City of Cape May holds all scheduled City Council meetings in-person
at the Cape May City Hall Auditorium, 643 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204. Meetings
will also be streamed live on the City’s YouTube page (instructions on how to watch are attached
to this agenda).
CALL TO ORDER – Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
CLERK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Open Public Meetings Law P.L. 1975, Chapter 231 of the State of New Jersey (Sunshine Law)
Under the Open Public Meetings Law, notice of this meeting was sent to the Cape May County
Herald; The Cape May Star and Wave; and the Press of Atlantic City, and a copy of the agenda was
delivered to each member of City Council, and posted on the Cape May City website and Cape May
City Hall bulletin board.
Notice is hereby provided that Cape May City Council Meetings are audio recorded and/or video
streamed live. Live video streams are posted to the Cape May City website. The City of Cape May
is not responsible if audio recording or live video streaming of a meeting is unavailable.
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS FROM AGENDA:
UPDATES/OLD BUSINESS:
City Manager – Water Plant Update
City Solicitor
City Council
PUBLIC PORTION ON RESOLUTIONS ONLY: Those wishing to publicly comment shall
come forward, give …
Tue Jul 21, 2026
City Council Meetings
Council to discuss shared services agreement for construction code with West Cape May
This is a special meeting of the Cape May City Council. The only substantive item is a resolution to hold a closed session to discuss a shared services agreement for Uniform Construction Code services with the Borough of West Cape May and a discussion regarding the Cape May Housing Authority. The meeting includes a public comment period.
- Resolution 272-07-2026 to enter closed session for shared services agreement for Uniform Construction Code services with the Borough of West Cape May
- Closed session discussion of Cape May Housing Authority
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SUNSHINE NOTICE
AGENDA
SPECIAL MEETING
of the City Council of the City of Cape May, NJ
Cape May City Hall Auditorium
643 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Please be advised that the City of Cape May is holding all scheduled City Council meetings in-
person at the Cape May City Hall auditorium, 643 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204.
Meetings will also be streamed live on the City’s Youtube channel (instructions are attached to
this agenda).
CALL TO ORDER – Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
CLERK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Open Public Meetings Law P.L. 1975, Chapter 231 of the State of New Jersey (Sunshine Law)
Under the Open Public Meetings Law, notice of this meeting was sent to the Cape May County Herald
and the Press of Atlantic City, and a copy of the agenda was delivered to each member of City
Council, and posted on the Cape May City website and Cape May City Hall bulletin board.
Notice is hereby provided that Cape May City Council Meetings are audio recorded and/or video
streamed live. Live video streams are posted to the Cape May City website. The City of Cape May
is not responsible if audio recording or live video streaming of a meeting is unavailable.
ROLL CALL
RESOLUTION
272-07-2026 A Resolution Providing for a Meeting Not Open to the Public in Accordance with
the Provisions of the New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A. 10:4- 12 –
Shared Services Agreement for Uniform Construction Code Servi …
Mon Jul 20, 2026
Boards & Commissions
Historic Preservation Commission to vote on two final approvals and review 20+ applications
The Cape May Historic Preservation Commission will consider final approval for two properties (918 Stockton Avenue and 1122 Washington Street), review conceptual approvals for three projects, and act on over 20 applications for changes to historic and non-contributing structures. The agenda also includes a public comment period and discussion items.
- Final approval: Cape Anita LLC – 918 Stockton Avenue, Block 1081, Lot 12 (Resolution 2026-25)
- Final approval: Welchmen LLC – 1122 Washington Street, Block 1110, Lot 17 (Resolution 2026-26)
- New application: Scott Peter/Jersey Dev Group – 928 Washington Street – new single-family home (non-contributing)
- New application: Crown Castle Fiber LLC – three small cell wireless facilities in rights-of-way
- Carolyn Pitts Leadership Award to Corbin Cogswell
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Cape May City
Historic Preservation Commission Agenda
City Hall Auditorium
July 20, 2026 - 6:00 p.m.
OPENING: In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of 1975, adequate notice of this meeting has been provided. If any
member has reason to believe that this meeting is being held in violation of this Act they should state so at this time.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
MINUTES: June 15, 2026
PAYMENT OF BILLS
RESOLUTIONS FOR FINAL APPROVAL
Cape Anita LLC – 918 Stockton Avenue, Block 1081, Lot 12 – Resolution 2026-25
Welchmen LLC, 1122 Washington Street, Block 1110, Lot 17 – Resolution 2026-26
CONCEPTUAL APPROVALS
Aylmer, 520 Elmira Street, Block 1054, Lot 9
East Lynne Theater Company, 717 Franklin Street, Block 1080, Lot 31
Huntington House LLC, 107 Grant Avenue, Block 1021, Lot 1
APPLICATIONS APPROVED/DENIED IN REVIEW:
Aquino, 205 Howard Street, 1069/11, C – Roof
Brutschea – 627 Columbia Avenue, 1057/16, C – Windows, doors
Booth, 517 Broad Street, 1054/13, C – Siding
City of Cape May, 712 Franklin Street, 1059/4,5, NC – Flag bin
Dellas Inc, 505 Washington Street #2, 1052/6, NC – HVAC
Caitbridge Properties LLC, 315 Ocean Street, 1059/1 – HVAC
Cape May Beach House LLC, 202 Ocean Street, 1049/3,4, C – Chimney
Chappell, 1301 New Jersey Avenue, 1147/38, NC – Deck railing
Gambino, 933 Columbia Avenue C4, 1090/14.01, NC – HVAC
Geib, 1016 Stockton Avenue, 1095/4, C – HVAC
Hillegas and Turner, 25 Gurney Street, 1062/14.02, 15, NR – Conditions …
Wed Jul 15, 2026
Boards & Commissions
Shade Tree Commission to review 11 tree removal requests and permits
The Cape May Shade Tree Commission will meet on July 15, 2026, to consider 11 tree removal requests and permit applications on specific streets, including Virginia Avenue, New York Avenue, and Washington Street. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes, public comment, and reports from subcommittees, the treasurer, and the city council.
- Street tree removal request at 1112 Virginia Avenue
- Street tree removal request at 1205 New York Avenue
- Street tree removal request at 1143 Washington Street
- Street tree removal request at 108 Trenton Avenue
- Residential tree removal permit applications for 7 properties including 1219 Massachusetts Avenue and 1102 Lafayette Street
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Cape May City
Shade Tree Commission
Agenda
Wednesday July 15, 2026 – 5:00PM
Call to order & Open Public Meetings Act
OPENING: In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of 1975, adequate notice of this meeting has been provided. If any member has reason to believe that this meeting is being held in violation of this Act they should state so at this time.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Approval of Minutes of June 10, 2026
Guests & Members of the public
Public Comments
Removal Requests
STREET TREE REMOVAL REQUESTS
1112 Viriginia Avenue – Commissioner York
1205 New York Avenue – Commissioner Drake
1143 Washington Street – Commissioner Goldstein
108 Trenton Avenue – Vice Chairman Werner
RESIDENTIAL TREE REMOVAL PERMIT APPLICATIONS
1219 Massachusetts Avenue – Commissioner Goldstein
109 Mount Vernon Avenue – Chairman Ator
1341 C and D Virginia Avenue – Commissioner York
1430 Missouri Avenue – Commissioner York
1009 Cape May Avenue – Commissioner York
1102 Lafayette Street – Commissioner Goldstein
1107 Trenton Avenue- Commissioner York
Old Business:
New Business:
Sub Committee Report – Vice Chairman Werner
Treasurer’s Report – Commissioner York
Council Report – Councilman Shaine Meier
Adjournment
Tue Jul 14, 2026
Boards & Commissions
Cape May Planning Board July 14 meeting cancelled
The City of Cape May Planning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 14, 2026, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided at this meeting. All board documents remain available for review at City Hall and on the city website.
- Meeting cancelled — no business conducted
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PAUL E. DIETRICH
City Manager
City Engineer
ERIN C. BURKE
City Clerk
ZACK MULLOCK
Mayor
MAUREEN K. MCDADE
Deputy Mayor
LORRAINE M. BALDWIN
Councilmember
STEVE BODNAR
Councilmember
SHAINE P. MEIER
Councilmember
City of Cape May Planning Board
Legal Notice
SUNSHINE
Public Notice is hereby given to all persons that the City of Cape May Planning Board meeting scheduled for
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 has been cancelled.
All documents, applications, actions and decisions of the Board are on file and available for review in o ur City
Hall Board Office, 643 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ. The Board’s meeting dates, minutes and legal notices
are also posted on the City’s website.
Karen Keenan
Board Assistant
July 9, 2026
This notice is being provided to the Cape May County Herald, Cape May Star & Wave and the Atlantic City Press, posted
on the bulletin board in City Hall and posted on the City of Cape May Website in compliance with the Open Public Meetings
Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975.
Date of Posting on City Webpage: July 9, 2026
Tue Jul 7, 2026
City Council Meetings
Council to vote on parking meter changes, private lot agreements
The Cape May City Council will hold a regular meeting on July 7, 2026, at 3:00 PM in City Hall. The main action is a second-reading vote on an ordinance to amend the city code regarding metered parking and to incorporate private parking lot use agreements. The council will also consider a consent agenda that includes resolutions for a recreation program contract, an updated personnel manual, budget insertions for recycling revenue, and change orders for the Harborview Park, new police headquarters, and sidewalk projects.
- Ordinance 605-2026: Amending Chapter 7 on metered parking and private parking lot use agreements
- Resolution 266-07-2026: Change orders #4 and #5 for Harborview Park Improvements
- Resolution 267-07-2026: Change order #3 for construction of new Police Department headquarters
- Resolution 268-07-2026: Change order #2 for Sidewalk Refurbishment
- Resolution 269-07-2026: Support for Sustainable Jersey Resiliency Grant application
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REVISED 7/6/26
AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
of the City Council of the City of Cape May, NJ
Cape May City Hall Auditorium
643 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 3:00 P.M.
Please be advised that the City of Cape May holds all scheduled City Council meetings in-person
at the Cape May City Hall Auditorium, 643 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204. Meetings
will also be streamed live on the City’s YouTube page (instructions on how to watch are attached
to this agenda).
CALL TO ORDER – Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
CLERK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Open Public Meetings Law P.L. 1975, Chapter 231 of the State of New Jersey (Sunshine Law)
Under the Open Public Meetings Law, notice of this meeting was sent to the Cape May County
Herald; The Cape May Star and Wave; and the Press of Atlantic City, and a copy of the agenda was
delivered to each member of City Council, and posted on the Cape May City website and Cape May
City Hall bulletin board.
Notice is hereby provided that Cape May City Council Meetings are audio recorded and/or video
streamed live. Live video streams are posted to the Cape May City website. The City of Cape May
is not responsible if audio recording or live video streaming of a meeting is unavailable.
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS FROM AGENDA:
UPDATES/OLD BUSINESS:
City Manager
City Solicitor
City Council
PRESENTATIONS:
Final Phase of Lafayette Street Park project & Cape May County Open Spaces funding– Vi …
Thu Jul 2, 2026
City Advisory Committees
Cape May advisory committee to nominate chair, discuss 2026 mercantile licenses
The MTRAC committee will meet to nominate a chair for the advisory board and discuss 2026 mercantile licenses. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Nomination for Advisory Board Chair
- Discussion of 2026 Mercantile Licenses
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MTRAC Meeting
Thursday, July 2nd 2026
3:00 pm -4:00 pm
Agenda
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Nomination for Advisory Board Chair
Old Business
o Mercantile Licenses -2026
Open Discussion
Next Meeting: October 8th 2026
Thu Jun 25, 2026
Boards & Commissions
Cape May Zoning Board hears 3 variance applications and a minor subdivision
The Cape May Zoning Board will hold a public meeting to consider three variance applications and one minor subdivision request. The board will also vote on a resolution for the Bray Family Partnership at 720 Washington Street, approve minutes from May 28, 2026, and discuss payment of bills.
- Resolution 06-25-2026: Bray Family Partnership, 720 Washington Street, Block 1078 Lot(s) 2
- Michael Mortimer: Minor Subdivision & Variance Relief (Hardship, Substantial Benefit & Use) at 444, 446 & 448 West Perry Street, Block 1031 Lot(s) 3, 4 & 5.01
- 420 Perry Street LLC: Variance Relief (Hardship, Substantial Benefit & Use) at 420 & 422 West Perry Street, Block 1031 Lot(s) 15
- Christine Carlson-Glazer: Variance Relief (Hardship & Substantial Benefit) at 107 Ocean Street, Block 1057 Lot(s) 25
- Discussion: Payment of Bills
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✓ Decided: Zoning board approves three variance applications for Perry Street properties
The Cape May Zoning Board of Adjustment approved three applications: a minor subdivision and variances for 444-448 West Perry Street, a use conversion at 107 Ocean Street, and a shed construction at 420-422 West Perry Street. All approvals included conditions from the board engineer and other departments. One motion to alter construction sequencing passed 4-3.
- Approved minor subdivision and variances for 444-448 West Perry Street (7-0)
- Approved altered construction sequencing for parking lot and porch at 444-448 West Perry Street (4-3)
- Approved use conversion to single-family dwelling at 107 Ocean Street (7-0)
- Approved shed construction with variances at 420-422 West Perry Street (6-1)
- Adopted Resolution 06-25-2026:1 for Bray Family Partnership (6-0)
- Approved meeting minutes of May 28, 2026 (6-0)
- Approved payment of bills (7-0)
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PAUL DIETRICH
City Manager
City Engineer
ERIN C. BURKE
City Clerk
ZACK MULLOCK
Mayor
MAUREEN K. MCDADE
Deputy Mayor
LORRAINE M. BALDWIN
Councilmember
STEVE BODNAR
Councilmember
SHAINE P. MEIER
Councilmember
City of Cape May
National Historic Landmark
City Hall • 643 Washington Street • Cape May, New Jersey 08204-2397 • (609) 884-9525 • Fax: (609) 884-8589
www.capemaycity.com
Zoning Board
City Hall Auditorium
Meeting Agenda
Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 6:00 PM
SUNSHINE
Opening: In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of 1975, adequate notice of this meeting has
been provided. If any member has reason to believe this meeting is being held in violation of
this act, they should state so at this time.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Resolution(s): 06-25-2026: 1 Bray Family Partnership
720 Washington Street, Block 1078 Lot(s) 2
Minutes: May 28, 2026
Application(s): Michael Mortimer
444, 446 & 448 West Perry Street, Block 1031 Lot(s) 3, 4 & 5.01
Minor Subdivision & Variance Relief (Hardship, Substantial Benefit & Use)
420 Perry Street LLC
420 & 422 West Perry Street, Block 1031 Lot(s) 15
Variance Relief (Hardship, Substantial Benefit & Use)
Christine Carlson-Glazer
107 Ocean Street, Block 1057 Lot(s) 25
Variance Relief (Hardship & Substantial Benefit)
Discussion: Payment of Bills
Any and all matters deemed necessary by the …
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City of Cape May Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Minutes, June 25, 2026 Page 1
City of Cape May Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Minutes
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Opening:
The meeting of the City of Cape May Zoning Board of Adjustment was called to
order by Chairperson Terri Werner at 6:00 PM in the City Hall Auditorium. In
compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act, adequate notice was provided.
Roll Call:
Mrs. Werner, Chairperson
Present
Mr. Venuto, Vice Chairperson
Present
Mr. Ledwin
Present
Mrs. Notch
Present
Ms. Sheehan
Present
Mr. Walsh
Present
Mr. Zektzer
Present
Mr. Yeager (Alt. 1)
Present
Ms. Stevenson (Alt. 2)
Present
Also Present:
Richard King, Board Solicitor
Craig Hurless, PE, PP, CME, Board Engineer & Planner
Karen Keenan, Board Assistant
Resolution(s):
Motion made by Mr. Venuto to adopt Resolution number 06-25-2026: 1, Bray Family
Partnership, 720 Washington Street, Block 1078 Lot(s) 2, seconded by Mrs. Notch and carried
6-0. Those in favor: Mrs. Notch, Ms. Sheehan, Mr. Walsh, Mr. Zektzer, Mr. Venuto, Mrs.
Werner. Those opposed: None. Those abstaining: Mr. Ledwin.
Minutes:
Motion was made by Mr. Zektzer to adopt the meeting minutes of May 28, 2026, seconded
by Mr. Walsh and carried 6-0. Those in favor: Mrs. Notch, Ms. Sheehan, Mr. Zektzer, Ms.
Stevenson, Mr. Venuto, Mrs. Werner. Those opposed: None. Those abstaining: Mr. Ledwin.
Discussion:
Payment of Bil …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026
Boards & Commissions
Environmental Commission discusses stewardship and natural world
The Cape May City Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss old and new business, including a Planning Board report, city manager updates, and programming. The main discussion item is stewardship and the natural world.
- Planning Board Report – Mike Jones
- City Council update – Councilmember Bodnar
- City Manager Updates – Paul Dietrich
- Climate School update – Justine Gaver-Magariel
- Discussion: Stewardship and the Natural World – Charlotte Todd
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✓ Decided: Environmental Commission reviews work groups, plans public outreach
The Environmental Commission met and approved the May 26, 2026 minutes without changes. Members reported on work group findings, including plans to publish horseshoe crab conservation material, discuss gardening options for second homeowners, and hold public meetings on water conservation. The commission also heard updates on the Nature Center, Climate School, and a request for more code enforcement staff. One nonresident spoke about her experience with Environmental Commissions.
- Approved the May 26, 2026 minutes as presented.
- Discussed publishing horseshoe crab conservation material (short-term) and starting programming in 2027 (long-term).
- Discussed gardening options for second homeowners with code enforcement.
- Discussed water conservation efforts, including public meetings and signage.
- Heard updates on planning board land development permit and tree canopy ordinance.
- Heard updates on Nature Center of Cape May programs.
- Heard updates on Climate School and a request for more code enforcement staff.
- Adjourned at 11:55 a.m.; next meeting set for July 28, 2026.
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PAUL E. DIETRICH
City Manager
ERIN C. BURKE
City Clerk
ZACK MULLOCK
Mayor
MAUREEN K. MCDADE
Deputy Mayor
LORRAINE M. BALDWIN
Councilmember
STEVE BODNAR
Councilmember
SHAINE P. MEIER
Councilmember
City of Cape May
National Historic Landmark
City Hall • 643 Washington Street • Cape May, New Jersey 08204-2397 • (609) 884-9525 • Fax: (609) 884-8589
www.capemaycity.com
Cape May City Environmental Commission
Cape May City Hall Auditorium
June 23, 2026 – 11:00 AM
OPENING:
In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of 1975, adequate notice of this meeting has been
provided. If any member has reason to believe that this meeting is being held in violation of this Act
they should state so at this time.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
MINUTES: May 26, 2026
OLD BUSINESS
• Planning Board Report– Mike Jones
• City Council– Councilmember Bodnar
• City Manager Updates – Paul Dietrich
• Climate School- Justine Gaver-Magariel
NEW BUSINESS
• Programming – Mike Jones
PUBLIC PORTION
DISCUSSION
• Stewardship and the Natural World– Charlotte Todd
ADJOURNMENT
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PAUL E. DIETRICH
City Manager/City Engineer
ERIN C. BURKE
City Clerk
ZACK MULLOCK
Mayor
MAUREEN K. MCDADE
Deputy Mayor
LORRAINE M. BALDWIN
Councilmember
STEVE BODNAR
Councilmember
SHAINE P. MEIER
Councilmember
City of Cape May
Environmental Commission Minutes
June 23rd, 2026
ROLL CALL
Michael Jones Absent
Councilmember Steve Bodnar Present
Gretchen Whitman Present
Kim Gronendahl Absent
Barbara Meimbresse Present
Sarah Stevenson Present
Randell Nuschke Present
Jennifer Flamini Keuler Present
Dr. Rose Traficante Absent
John Boecker Present
Charlotte Todd Present
Justine Gaver-Magariel Present
David Scheffler Secretary Present
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MINUTES:
The minutes from May 26th, 2026 – Sarah Stevenson made the motion, Jennifer Flamini Keuler seconded, all
approved with no changes.
OLD BUSINESS:
Charlotte Todd
• 3 work session groups were broken out into topics.
o Horseshoe crab findings
▪ Short-term to publish material highlighting horseshoe conservation.
▪ Long-term starting 2027 horseshoe crab programming.
o Gardening findings
▪ Group spoke about code enforcement and gardening options for second homeowners.
o Water Conservation.
▪ Work with city management and code enforcement.
▪ Hold public meetings on water conservation.
▪ Public signage on water conservation.
Councilmember Bodnar- City Council
• Planning boar …
Tue Jun 23, 2026
Boards & Commissions
Planning Board to consider RAJ Realty application for Idaho Avenue properties
The Cape May Planning Board will hold a public meeting to consider a resolution for RAJ Realty Investments LLC regarding properties at 1501 & 1601 Idaho Avenue and Cape May Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and discuss any other matters.
- Resolution 06-23-2026: RAJ Realty Investments LLC application for blocks 1177, 1178, 1188 & 1189 at 1501 & 1601 Idaho Avenue and Cape May Avenue
- Approval of May 26, 2026 meeting minutes
- General discussion and possible action on any matters deemed necessary by the board
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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves RAJ Realty resolution for Idaho Avenue properties
The Cape May Planning Board met on June 23, 2026, and adopted Resolution 06-23-2026 for RAJ Realty Investments LLC concerning properties at 1501 & 1601 Idaho Avenue and Cape May Avenue. The vote was 3-0, with four members abstaining. The board also approved the minutes from the May 26, 2026 meeting by a 6-0 vote.
- Adopted Resolution 06-23-2026 for RAJ Realty Investments LLC at 1501 & 1601 Idaho Avenue and Cape May Avenue (3-0, 4 abstentions)
- Approved meeting minutes of May 26, 2026 (6-0, 1 abstention)
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PAUL DIETRICH
City Manager
City Engineer
ERIN C. BURKE
City Clerk
ZACK MULLOCK
Mayor
MAUREEN K. MCDADE
Deputy Mayor
LORRAINE M. BALDWIN
Councilmember
STEVE BODNAR
Councilmember
SHAINE P. MEIER
Councilmember
City of Cape May
City Hall • 643 Washington Street • Cape May, New Jersey 08204-2397 • (609) 884-9525 • Fax: (609) 884-8589
Planning Board
City Hall Auditorium
Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 6:00 PM
SUNSHINE
Opening: In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of 1975, adequate notice of this meeting
has been provided. If any member has reason to believe this meeting is being held in
violation of this act, they should state so at this time.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Resolution(s): 06-23-2026: 1 RAJ Realty Investments LLC
1501 & 1601 Idaho Avenue & Cape May Avenue
Blocks 1177, 1178, 1188 & 1189 Lot(s) All
Minutes: May 26, 2026
Application(s):
Discussion: Any and all matters deemed necessary by the Board, with possible action taken.
Adjournment
Karen Keenan
Board Secretary
All applications and decisions of the Board are on file in City Hall
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City of Cape May Planning Board Meeting Minutes, June 23, 2026 1
City of Cape May Planning Board Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Opening: The meeting of the City of Cape May Planning Board was called to order by Acting
Chairperson Gorgone at 6:00 PM in the City Hall Auditorium. In compliance with
the Open Public Meetings Act, adequate notice was provided.
Roll Call: Mr. Bezaire, Chairperson Absent
Mr. Jones, Vice Chairperson Absent
Councilmember Bodnar Present
Mr. Crowley Absent
Mr. Gorgone Present
Mr. Lundholm Present
Deputy Mayor McDade Present
Mrs. Reed Present
Mr. Riggs Absent
Mr. Padussis Alt # 1 Present
Mr. Crippen Alt # 2 Present
Also Present: Richard King, Board Solicitor
Karen Keenan, Board Secretary
Resolution:
Motion made by Deputy Mayor McDade to adopt Resolution number 06-23-2026: 1 RAJ
Realty Investments LLC , 1501 & 1601 Idaho Avenue & Cape May Avenue, Blocks 1177,
1178, 1188 & 1189 Lot(s) All , seconded by Mrs. Reed and carried 3-0. Those in favor:
Councilmember Bodnar, Deputy Mayor McDade, Mrs. Reed . Those opposing: None. Those
abstaining: Mr. Gorgone, Mr. Lundholm, Mr. Padussis, Mr. Crippen.
Minutes:
Motion made by Deputy Mayor McDade to approve the meeting minutes of May 26, 2026,
seconded by Mr. Crippen and carried 6-0. Those in favor: Mr. Gorgone, Councilmember Bodnar,
Deputy Mayor McDade, Mrs. Reed, Mr. Padussis, Mr. Crippen . Those opposing: None. Those
abstaining: Mr. Lundholm.
Discus …
Tue Jun 16, 2026
City Council Meetings
Council to consider parking lot use agreements and $3.65M infrastructure note
The City Council will introduce an ordinance amending metered parking rules and incorporating private parking lot use agreements. The consent agenda includes resolutions to apply for FEMA firefighter grants, authorize bids for security systems and seawall improvements, approve parking lot use agreements with three businesses, and issue up to $3.65 million in notes for the NJ Infrastructure Bank construction financing program. A regular agenda item considers renewal of a conflict alcoholic beverage license.
- Ordinance 605-2026 amending Chapter 7 on metered parking and private parking lot use agreements
- Resolution 248-06-2026 authorizing bid for flood protection/seawall improvements from Madison to Wilmington Avenue
- Resolution 260-06-2026 authorizing up to $3,650,000 in notes for NJ Infrastructure Bank construction financing
- Resolutions 257-259 approving parking lot use agreements with Ocean View Restaurant Inc., Gagliardi Hardware (Swain's Hardware), and Bank Street Commons Condominium
- Resolution 235-06-2026 (tabled) renewing alcoholic beverage license No. 0502-36-016-004 under conflict provisions
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
of the City Council of the City of Cape May, NJ
Cape May City Hall Auditorium
643 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204
Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 3:00 P.M.
Please be advised that the City of Cape May holds all scheduled City Council meetings in-person
at the Cape May City Hall Auditorium, 643 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204. Meetings
will also be streamed live on the City’s YouTube page (instructions on how to watch are attached
to this agenda).
CALL TO ORDER – Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
CLERK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Open Public Meetings Law P.L. 1975, Chapter 231 of the State of New Jersey (Sunshine Law)
Under the Open Public Meetings Law, notice of this meeting was sent to the Cape May County
Herald; The Cape May Star and Wave; and the Press of Atlantic City, and a copy of the agenda was
delivered to each member of City Council, and posted on the Cape May City website and Cape May
City Hall bulletin board.
Notice is hereby provided that Cape May City Council Meetings are audio recorded and/or video
streamed live. Live video streams are posted to the Cape May City website. The City of Cape May
is not responsible if audio recording or live video streaming of a meeting is unavailable.
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS FROM AGENDA:
UPDATES/OLD BUSINESS:
City Manager
City Solicitor
City Council
Employee of the Quarter:
1
st Quarter 2026: Dorann Heminway, Police Department
2nd Quarter 2026: Ian Kelly, Public …
Mon Jun 15, 2026
Boards & Commissions
Cape May Historic Preservation Commission reviews 6 major applications including hotel renovations and a theater addition
The Cape May Historic Preservation Commission will consider 6 resolutions for properties including 645 Lafayette Street, 908 Shell Cottage, 251 Beach Avenue, 1045 Washington Street, 1226 Lafayette Street, and a promenade project, plus 5 new applications for work on contributing and non-contributing structures. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, payment of bills, and public comment.
- Resolution 2026-19: Hampton, 645 Lafayette Street, Block 1060, Lot 22
- Resolution 2026-20: Shell Cottage 908 LLC, Block 1081, Lot 7
- Resolution 2026-21: Congress Hall LLC, 251 Beach Avenue, Block 1028, Lot 1.01
- Resolution 2026-24: USS Jacob Jones Memorial Foundation and City of Cape May, Promenade across from Grand Hotel at 1045 Beach Avenue
- New application: East Lynne Theater Company/City of Cape May, 717 Franklin Street, Block 1080, Lot 31 – Two-story addition
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✓ Decided: HPC grants final approval for Hotel Alcott renovations with conditions
The Historic Preservation Commission approved conceptual and final applications for several properties, including the Hotel Alcott, 520 Elmira Street, 918 Stockton Avenue, 1122 Washington Street, and the East Lynne Theater Company. One application (535 Bank Street) was tabled. All votes were unanimous except for one 5-0 vote with a recusal.
- Approved minutes of May 18, 2026 (6-0)
- Approved payment of bills (6-0)
- Approved Resolutions 2026-19 through 2026-23 and conceptual approvals (6-0, with abstentions)
- Ratified applications approved/denied in review (6-0, with one abstention)
- Granted conceptual approval for Hotel Alcott renovations with conditions (6-0)
- Granted conceptual approval for 520 Elmira Street with conditions (6-0)
- Granted final approval for 918 Stockton Avenue with conditions (6-0)
- Tabled application for 535 Bank Street with waiver of 45-day rule (6-0)
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Cape May City
Historic Preservation Commission Agenda
City Hall Auditorium
June 15, 2026 - 6:00 p.m.
OPENING: In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of 1975, adequate notice of this meeting has been provided. If
any member has reason to believe that this meeting is being held in violation of this Act they should state so at
this time.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
MINUTES: May 18, 2026
PAYMENT OF BILLS
RESOLUTIONS
Hampton, 645 Lafayette Street, Block 1060, Lot 22 – Resolution 2026-19
Shell Cottage 908 LLC, Block 1081, Lot 7 – Resolution 2026-20
Congress Hall LLC, 251 Beach Avenue, Block 1028, Lot 1.01 – Resolution 2026-21
Iannacone, 1045 Washington Street, Block 1112, Lot 10 – Resolution 2026-22
O’Connor, 1226 Lafayette Street, Block 1120, Lot 10 – Resolution 2026-23
USS Jacob Jones Memorial Foundation and the City of Cape May, Promenade across from the Grand Hotel at 1045 Beach Avenue –
Resolution 2026-24
Adis Inc/ La Mer Beachfront Resort, 1317 Beach Avenue, Block 1146, Lot 6-24 – Conceptual approval
APPLICATIONS APPROVED/DENIED IN REVIEW:
Albed, 16 Gurney Street, 1056/12, KC – Decking, railings, gutters
Ayad, 1014Washington Street, 1110/4, C – Sidewalk, decking
Brogan, 413 Jefferson Street, 1086/1, C – HVAC
Cromie, 15 Queen Street, 1095/17, C – Generator
Dempsey, 665 Hughes Street, 1058/15, C – Sidewalk
DeLisle, 119B Stockton Place, 1065/C-02, C – Porch railing
Dilullo, 224 Grant Street, 1019/16.01, NC – Fence
Formica, 1125 New …
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HPC Minutes April 20, 2026
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City of Cape May
Historic Preservation Commission Minutes
June 15, 2026
Opening: The regular meeting of the City of Cape May Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) was called to
order by Chairman John Boecker at 6:02 pm.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Mr. Boecker, Chair
Present
Mr. Testa, Vice Chair
Present
Mr. Carroll
Present
Mr. Stevenson
Present
Ms. Pessagno
Absent
Ms. Wilson Stridick
Absent
Ms. Decker
Present
Mr. Hammeran (Alternate I)
Present
Mr. Kurtz (Alternate II)
Absent
Also Present: Chris Gillin-Schwartz, Esq., HPC Solicitor, Lauren Emerick, HPC Secretary, Councilmember
Lorraine Baldwin.
MINUTES
Motion made by Mr. Testa to approve the May 18, 2026 minutes seconded by Mr. Carroll and carried 6-0.
Those in favor: Mr. Carroll, Mr. Stevenson, Ms. Decker, Mr. Hammeran, Mr. Testa, Mr. Boecker. Those
opposed: none. Those abstaining: none.
PAYMENT OF BILLS
Motion made by Mr. Hammeran to pay the bills seconded by Ms. Decker and carried 6-0. Those in favor:
Mr. Carroll, Mr. Stevenson, Ms. Decker, Mr. Hammeran, Mr. Testa, Mr. Boecker. Those opposed: none. Those
abstaining: None.
RESOLUTIONS
Hampton, 645 Lafayette Street, Block 1060, Lot 22 – Resolution 2026-19
Shell Cottage 908 LLC, Block 1081, Lot 7 – Resolution 2026-20
Congress Hall LLC, 251 Beach Avenue, Block 1028, Lot 1.01 – Resolution 2026-21
Iannacone, 1045 Washington Street, Block 1112, Lot 10 – Res …
Thu Jun 11, 2026
City Advisory Committees
Parking fees, beach concessions, and budget caps on advisory agenda
The Municipal Taxation and Revenue Advisory Committee will review parking fees and practices, discuss beach concessions, and consider municipal budget appropriations caps. The committee will also form a subcommittee to draft a mission statement and hold a roundtable on elementary school consolidation.
- Strategic review of parking fees and practices
- Update on beach concessions
- Municipal budget appropriations caps
- Status of state legislation on accessory dwelling units
- Formation of MTRAC mission statement subcommittee
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AGENDA
MUNICIPAL TAXATION AND REVENUE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
THURSDAY JUNE 11, 2026 3 PM
CAPE MAY CITY HALL AUDITORIUM
The meeting will be held in person and will be live streamed and available on the City Livestream Link.
Public attendance and comment are encouraged. There will be no Zoom participation.
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. City Council Liaison Update
3. Old Business
a. Strategic Review of Parking Fees and Practices
b. City Open House
c. Update on Beach Concessions
d. Municipal Budget Appropriations Caps
e. Status of State Legislation on Accessory Dwelling Units
4. New Business
a. Formation of MTRAC Mission Statement Subcommittee
5. Roundtable Topics for Discussion
a. Elementary School Consolidation
b. Member Topics
6. Public Comment
7. Adjournment
Next Meeting is Thursday, October 8th at 3 PM
Wed Jun 10, 2026
City Advisory Committees
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee to discuss e-bike safety
The committee will review minutes from April and May, hear a report from the city manager, and discuss e-bike safety as old business. New business involves committee members. Public comment will be taken.
- E-Bike Safety Discussion
- Committee members (new business)
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Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
Meeting Agenda
June 10, 2026
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Apprival of April & May Minutes
Report from City Manager
Old Business – E-Bike Safety Discussion
New Business – Committee members
Public Comment
Adjournment
Wed Jun 10, 2026
Boards & Commissions
Shade Tree Commission to review 13 tree removal requests
The Shade Tree Commission will consider two street tree removal requests and 11 residential tree removal permit applications. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, public comment, and reports from subcommittees, the treasurer, and the city council.
- Street tree removal requests at 1211 Delaware Avenue and 109 Mt. Vernon Avenue
- Residential tree removal permit applications at 1100 Missouri Avenue, 1263 Illinois Avenue, 921 Washington Street, 1420 Pennsylvania Avenue, 239 Windsor Avenue, 1017 Virginia Avenue, 1341 C & D Virginia Avenue, 604 Madison Avenue, 1205 Vermont Avenue, 636 Hughes Avenue, and 221 Grant Avenue
- Approval of minutes from May 13, 2026
- Subcommittee report from Vice Chairman Werner
- Treasurer's report from Commissioner York
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Cape May City
Shade Tree Commission
Agenda
Wednesday June 10, 2026 – 5:00PM
1. Call to order & Open Public Meetings Act
OPENING: In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of 1975, adequate notice of this
meeting has been provided. If any member has reason to believe that this meeting is being held in
violation of this Act they should state so at this time.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
4. Approval of Minutes of May 13, 2026
5. Guests & Members of the public
6. Public Comments
7. Removal Requests
STREET TREE REMOVAL REQUESTS
1. 1211 Delaware Avenue
2. 109 Mt. Vernon Avenue
RESIDENTIAL TREE REMOVAL PERMIT APPLICATIONS
1. 1100 Missouri Avenue
2. 1263 Illinois Avenue
3. 921 Washington Street
4. 1420 Pennsylvania Avenue
5. 239 Windsor Avenue
6. 1017 Virginia Avenue
7. 1341 C & D Viriginia Avenue
8. 604 Madison Avenue
9. 1205 Vermont Avenue
10. 636 Hughes Avenue
11. 221 Grant Avenue
8. Old Business:
9. New Business:
10. Sub Committee Report – Vice Chairman Werner
11. Treasurer’s Report – Commissioner York
12. Council Report – Councilman Shaine Meier
13. Adjournment
Tue Jun 9, 2026
Boards & Commissions
Planning Board to review Verizon small cell facility at 1045 Beach Avenue
The Cape May Planning Board will consider a Verizon application for a conditional use, site plan, and variance to install a small cell wireless facility and pole at 1045 Beach Avenue. A separate application for Adis Inc. at 1317 Beach Avenue has been postponed to a future meeting. The board will also discuss and possibly act on payment of bills.
- Verizon Wireless: conditional use, site plan, preliminary and final approval for a small cell facility and pole at 1045 Beach Avenue
- Adis Inc. at 1317 Beach Avenue: site plan and variance application adjourned to a future meeting
- Discussion of payment of bills with possible action
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✓ Decided: Planning Board approves Verizon small cell facility 9-0
The Planning Board approved a conditional use and preliminary/final site plan for Verizon Wireless to install a small cell facility on a new pole at 1045 Beach Avenue. The vote was 9-0. The board also adjourned the Adis Inc. application to a future meeting with public re-notice required.
- Approved conditional use and preliminary/final site plan for Verizon Wireless small cell facility at 1045 Beach Avenue (9-0)
- Adjourned Adis Inc. application (1317 Beach Avenue) to a future meeting with public re-notice required
- Approved payment of bills (9-0)
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PAUL DIETRICH
City Manager
City Engineer
ERIN C. BURKE
City Clerk
ZACK MULLOCK
Mayor
MAUREEN K. MCDADE
Deputy Mayor
LORRAINE M. BALDWIN
Councilmember
STEVE BODNAR
Councilmember
SHAINE P. MEIER
Councilmember
City of Cape May
City Hall • 643 Washington Street • Cape May, New Jersey 08204-2397 • (609) 884-9525 • Fax: (609) 884-8589
Planning Board
City Hall Auditorium
Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM
SUNSHINE
Opening: In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of 1975, adequate notice of this meeting
has been provided. If any member has reason to believe this meeting is being held in
violation of this act, they should state so at this time.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Resolution(s):
Minutes:
Application(s): Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless
1045 Beach Avenue (nearest address)
Block 1101 Lot(s) 7 - Within Right of Way
Conditional Use, Site Plan, Preliminary & Final
Small Cell Wireless Facility and Pole
Adis Inc.
1317 Beach Avenue, Block 1146 Lot(s) 6-24
Site Plan, Preliminary & Final – Waiver of Requirements
Variance Relief (Substantial Benefit)
**This application to be adjourned to a future meeting.**
Discussion: Payment of Bills
Any and all matters deemed necessary by the Board, with possible action taken.
Adjournment
Karen Keenan
Board Secretary
All applications and decisio …
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City of Cape May Planning Board Meeting Minutes, June 9, 2026 1
City of Cape May Planning Board Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Opening: The meeting of the City of Cape May Planning Board was called to order by
Chairperson Bezaire at 6:00 PM in the City Hall Auditorium. In compliance with
the Open Public Meetings Act, adequate notice was provided.
Roll Call: Mr. Bezaire, Chairperson Present
Mr. Jones, Vice Chairperson Present
Councilmember Bodnar Present
Mr. Crowley Present
Mr. Gorgone Present
Mr. Lundholm Absent
Deputy Mayor McDade Present
Mrs. Reed Present
Mr. Riggs Present
Mr. Padussis Alt # 1 Present
Mr. Crippen Alt # 2 Present
Also Present: Richard King, Board Solicitor
Craig Hurless, Board Engineer and Planner
Karen Keenan, Board Secretary
Application(s):
Adis Inc.
1317 Beach Avenue
Block 1146 Lot(s) 6-24
Solicitor King announced this application adjourned to a future meeting with public re-notice
required.
Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless
1045 Beach Avenue (nearest address)
Block 1101 Lot(s) 7 - Within Right of Way
Attorney Kevin Jones of Zublatt & Jones, PC introduced the application for conditional use and
preliminary and final site plan approval to install a small cell wireless facility on a new pole to be
installed to replace an existing pole . He said Verizon Wireless has an agreement with Atlantic
City Electric to site the small cell wireless facility to add capacity and explained th …
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Mon Jun 1, 2026
City Council Meetings
Council to vote on $35M bond for flood mitigation, parking fee changes
The Cape May City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting three ordinances: one amending metered parking fees, a $35 million bond ordinance for flood mitigation improvements, and an ordinance prohibiting conduct likely to cause long-term tree decline. The council will also vote on resolutions including the sale of two fire trucks to Pleasantville, a water treatment plant project bid award, and several contract change orders. A consent agenda covers routine items such as performance guarantee releases and alcoholic beverage license renewals.
- Ordinance 603-2026: $35,000,000 bond for various flood mitigation improvements
- Ordinance 602-2026: amending Chapter 7 on metered parking fees
- Ordinance 604-2026: prohibiting conduct likely to cause long-term tree decline or death
- Resolution 233-06-2026: authorizing sale of two fire trucks to the City of Pleasantville
- Resolution 228-06-2026: awarding bid for Water Treatment Plant Project – Phase 1A
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
of the City Council of the City of Cape May, NJ
Cape May City Hall Auditorium
643 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204
Monday, June 1, 2026, at 3:30 P.M.
Please be advised that the City of Cape May holds all scheduled City Council meetings in-person
at the Cape May City Hall Auditorium, 643 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204. Meetings
will also be streamed live on the City’s YouTube page (instructions on how to watch are attached
to this agenda).
CALL TO ORDER – Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
CLERK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Open Public Meetings Law P.L. 1975, Chapter 231 of the State of New Jersey (Sunshine Law)
Under the Open Public Meetings Law, notice of this meeting was sent to the Cape May County
Herald; The Cape May Star and Wave; and the Press of Atlantic City, and a copy of the agenda was
delivered to each member of City Council, and posted on the Cape May City website and Cape May
City Hall bulletin board.
Notice is hereby provided that Cape May City Council Meetings are audio recorded and/or video
streamed live. Live video streams are posted to the Cape May City website. The City of Cape May
is not responsible if audio recording or live video streaming of a meeting is unavailable.
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS FROM AGENDA:
Cape May County Land of the Free, Celebration 250
th grant award - Cape May County
Commissioner Patrick Rosenello
UPDATES/OLD BUSINESS:
City Manager
City Solicitor
City Council
O …
Thu May 28, 2026
Boards & Commissions
Zoning Board to hear Bray Family Partnership site plan and variance for 720 Washington Street
The Zoning Board will consider a site plan and variance request from Bray Family Partnership for 720 Washington Street, and will also vote on a resolution for NJ Prime Real Estate LLC at 1507 Yacht Avenue. The board will discuss and possibly act on payment of bills and other matters.
- Resolution 05-28-2026: NJ Prime Real Estate LLC, 1507 Yacht Avenue, Block 1160, Lots 8, 8.01 & 9
- Application: Bray Family Partnership, 720 Washington Street, Block 1078, Lot 2 — Site Plan (Preliminary & Final) and Variance Relief (Substantial Benefit & Use)
- Minutes from April 23, 2026 meeting
- Discussion of payment of bills
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✓ Decided: Zoning board denies bar/restaurant expansion at 720 Washington St
The Zoning Board of Adjustment denied a use variance and site plan approval for Bray Family Partnership to expand a bar/restaurant at 720 Washington Street in the R-S residential zone. The vote was 0-7, with all members opposed. The board cited incompatibility with the residential zone, concerns about noise, traffic, parking, and detriment to neighbors.
- Denied preliminary and final site plan approval for bar/restaurant expansion at 720 Washington St (0-7)
- Denied use variance (non-conforming use) under §525-19A (0-7)
- Denied parking variances for number of spaces, paved surface, and curbing (0-7)
- Adopted Resolution 05-28-2026:1 for NJ Prime Real Estate LLC at 1507 Yacht Ave (5-0)
- Approved meeting minutes of April 23, 2026 (5-0)
- Approved payment of bills (7-0)
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PAUL DIETRICH
City Manager
City Engineer
ERIN C. BURKE
City Clerk
ZACK MULLOCK
Mayor
MAUREEN K. MCDADE
Deputy Mayor
LORRAINE M. BALDWIN
Councilmember
STEVE BODNAR
Councilmember
SHAINE P. MEIER
Councilmember
City of Cape May
National Historic Landmark
City Hall • 643 Washington Street • Cape May, New Jersey 08204-2397 • (609) 884-9525 • Fax: (609) 884-8589
www.capemaycity.com
Zoning Board
City Hall Auditorium
Meeting Agenda
Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM
SUNSHINE
Opening: In compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act of 1975, adequate notice of this meeting has
been provided. If any member has reason to believe this meeting is being held in violation of
this act, they should state so at this time.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Resolution(s): 05-28-2026: 1 NJ Prime Real Estate LLC
1507 Yacht Avenue, Block 1160 Lot(s) 8, 8.01 & 9
Minutes: April 23, 2026
Application(s): Bray Family Partnership
720 Washington Street, Block 1078 Lot(s) 2
Site Plan, Preliminary & Final
Variance Relief (Substantial Benefit & Use)
Discussion: Payment of Bills
Any and all matters deemed necessary by the Board, with possible action taken.
Adjournment
Karen Keenan
Board Secretary
All applications and decisions of the Board are on file in City Hall
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City of Cape May Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Minutes, May 28, 2026 Page 1
City of Cape May Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Minutes
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Opening:
The meeting of the City of Cape May Zoning Board of Adjustment was called to
order by Chairperson Terri Werner at 6:00 PM in the City Hall Auditorium. In
compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act, adequate notice was provided.
Roll Call:
Mrs. Werner, Chairperson
Present
Mr. Venuto, Vice Chairperson
Present
Mr. Ledwin
Absent
Mrs. Notch
Present
Ms. Sheehan
Present
Mr. Walsh
Present
Mr. Zektzer
Present
Mr. Yeager (Alt. 1)
Absent
Ms. Stevenson (Alt. 2)
Present
Also Present:
Richard King, Board Solicitor
Craig Hurless, PE, PP, CME, Board Engineer & Planner
Karen Keenan, Board Assistant
Resolution(s):
Motion made by Mr. Venuto to adopt Resolution number 05-28-2026: 1, NJ Prime Real
Estate LLC, 1507 Yacht Avenue, Block 1160 Lot(s) 8, 8.01 & 9, seconded by Ms. Sheehan and
carried 5-0. Those in favor: Mrs. Notch, Ms. Sheehan, Mr. Zektzer, Ms. Stevenson, Mr. Venuto.
Those opposed: None. Those abstaining: Mr. Walsh, Mrs. Werner.
Minutes:
Motion was made by Mr. Zektzer to adopt the meeting minutes of April 23, 2026, seconded
by Ms. Stevenson and carried 5-0. Those in favor: Mrs. Notch, Ms. Sheehan, Mr. Zektzer, Ms.
Stevenson, Mr. Venuto. Those opposed: None. Those abstaining: Mr. Walsh, Mrs. Werner.
Application(s): …
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