Cape May County, NJ

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve a consent agenda of resolutions, including contracts, grants, and budget amendments. Key items include a $3.2 million HVAC renovation for the courthouse, a $1.06 million transit grant for senior and disabled residents, and a 25-year lease of county land to Cape May Winery. The board will also enter executive session to discuss legal and real estate matters.

• Award $3,245,900 contract to Gaudelli Bros., Inc. for courthouse HVAC renovations
• Accept $856,452 NJ Transit grant for senior/disabled transportation, plus $204,790.99 closeout funds
• Lease county-owned land (Block 742.01, Lot 24, Lower Township) to Cape May Winery & Vineyard for 25 years
• Award $468,500 contract to Michael Baker International for countywide stormwater mapping
• Approve $200,000 arts grant and $75,978 history grant from state

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission is meeting to approve minutes, pay bills totaling $245,523.80, and adopt four consent agenda resolutions. The resolutions cover an officer's certificate, monthly revenue certification, health benefits and payroll ceiling, and an indemnification agreement. The agenda also includes a traffic review, project updates, and public comment periods.

• Motion to pay bills in the amount of $245,523.80
• Resolution 26-3865 certifying July 2026 revenue deposits of $156,482.62
• Resolution 26-3866 approving ceiling for health benefits and payroll expenses
• Resolution 26-3867 authorizing indemnification agreement with NJ Run for the Fallen
• Resolution 26-3864 authorizing Chairman to sign Officer's Certificate

Open Space Review Board

The Cape May County Open Space Review Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items such as call to order, reports, approval of minutes, and public comment, with no presentations scheduled. No specific projects, contracts, or financial details are listed in the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from July 21, 2026 (open and closed sessions)
• Approved Project Construction Update
• Financial Statement review
• Closed session followed by possible action in open session

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider a consent agenda of routine resolutions and a regular agenda with several contract actions. The most significant item is a $741,059.10 change order for bridge repairs on Ocean Drive (CR619). The board will also vote on collective bargaining agreements, grant applications, and contract awards.

• Change Order No. 3 for $741,059.10 to South State, Inc. for Ocean Drive (CR619) Bridge over Great Channel repairs
• Collective bargaining agreement with Cape May County Assistant Prosecutors' Association (2027-2029)
• Support for full interchanges at Garden State Parkway Exits 6, 13, 17, and 20
• Grant application for $140,000 to NJ Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness
• Contract with Catalis Courts & Land Records for $61,966.01 for software licensing

Development Review Committee

The Cape May County Development Review Committee will consider three items: a subdivision to create a new lot for mixed-use development on Sunset Boulevard, a lot line adjustment on Shunpike Road, and a Walmart expansion in Middle Township that adds 7,390 square feet and eliminates 55 parking spaces. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Walmart expansion: 7,390 sq ft addition, signage and striping updates, loss of 55 parking spaces on Satt Boulevard
• Mark Platzer subdivision: create 1 new lot for single-family and mixed-use development with 2 residential units, 849 sq ft commercial, and 10 parking spaces on Sunset Boulevard
• Bruce & Suzanne Schumann lot line adjustment on Shunpike Road

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider a $4.3 million bond ordinance to contribute to the Cape May City Seawall and a $4.5 million capital ordinance for county building improvements. They will also vote on numerous resolutions including road easements, insurance renewals, grant acceptances, an emergency bridge repair contract, and a memorandum of understanding for veteran housing.

• Bond ordinance to contribute $4,300,000 to Cape May City Seawall
• Capital ordinance appropriating $4,500,000 from the Capital Improvement Fund for County building and grounds improvements
• Resolution accepting FEMA grant award of $3,406,578.60 for the FY26 Flood Mitigation Assistance Program
• Resolution awarding emergency contract to WSP USA for 96th Street Bridge stringer repair in Stone Harbor
• Resolution authorizing MOU with Middle Township, Soldier On, and Winn Development to explore veteran housing on County-owned property

The Board of County Commissioners adopted Bond Ordinance 2-2026, appropriating $4,300,000 for a contribution to the Cape May City Seawall and authorizing $4,095,238 in bonds or notes, and Capital Ordinance 3-2026, appropriating $4,500,000 from the Capital Improvement Fund for various capital improvements to county buildings and grounds. The board also approved a consent agenda of 28 resolutions (Nos. 418-26 through 445-26) covering employee leaves, appointments, insurance renewals, grants, and construction change orders. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals; the meeting also included presentations on the Great American State Fair recognition and an open space funding application for the World War II Fire Control Tower at Sunset Beach.

• Adopted Bond Ordinance 2-2026 for Cape May City Seawall contribution, appropriating $4,300,000 and authorizing $4,095,238 in bonds (5-0)
• Adopted Capital Ordinance 3-2026 for county building and grounds improvements, appropriating $4,500,000 from Capital Improvement Fund (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda Resolutions 418-26 through 445-26, including employee leaves, appointments, insurance renewals, grants, and construction change orders (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 446-26, Change Order No. 1-Final to South State, Inc. for drainage improvements on Landis Avenue, Sea Isle City, $55,105.85 (4-0, Bulakowski recused)
• Approved Resolution 447-26, Change Order No. 1-Final to South State, Inc. for Ocean Drive bridge repairs, reducing contract by $378,620.43 (4-0, Bulakowski recused)
• Approved Resolution 417-26 authorizing executive session for attorney-client privilege, contract negotiations, and real property matters (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the 07/14/2026 meetings (5-0)

County Agricultural Development Board

The Cape May County Agricultural Development Board will meet to approve resolutions for Willow Creek Winery and Rea’s Farm. The board will also review a farmland preservation application for the Sayre Family property.

• Resolution SSAMP Approval: Willow Creek Winery
• Resolution SOE Approval: Rea’s Farm
• Farmland Preservation Application: Sayre Family, LT B:753.01, L:21
• Review of June 2026 Open Space Financial Statement

Open Space Review Board

The Open Space Review Board will receive a construction update on approved projects, consider minutes from previous meetings, and review correspondence regarding several local open space initiatives including Sea Isle, EcoPark, Historic Cold Spring Village, Amandas Field Skate Park, and a land donation in MT. A financial statement is also on the agenda.

• Approved Project Construction Update
• Correspondence: Sea Isle, EcoPark, Historic Cold Spring Village, Amandas Field Skate Park, land donation in MT
• Financial statement review
• Approval of minutes from May 19 and June 16, 2026 (open and closed sessions)

The Open Space Review Board met and received updates on multiple park projects, including Harborview Park, David Douglass Sr. Memorial Park, and Eco-Park, with no formal decisions made on these. The board approved the May 19 minutes as amended (all in favor) and the June 16 minutes as amended (with three abstentions). No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved May 19 open and closed minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Approved June 16 open and closed minutes as amended (Commissioner Rosenello, Mr. Byrne, Dr. Niedweske abstained)

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission will vote on a change order for the Ocean City Fishing Pier Improvements contract with Walters Marine Construction. They will also consider three consent resolutions, including certification of monthly deposits of $430,891.79 and approval of health benefits payments. Other agenda items include a traffic review and project updates.

• Change order to contract BC25-16 with Walters Marine Construction for Ocean City Fishing Pier Improvements (Resolution 26-3864)
• Certification of June 2026 revenue account deposits of $430,891.79 (Resolution 26-3862)
• Approval of ceiling amount for health benefits and payroll expenses between meetings (Resolution 26-3863)
• Authorization for Chairman to sign Officer’s Certificate (Resolution 26-3861)
• Motion to pay bills (amount not listed) and approve prior meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of Commissioners will approve a consent agenda of resolutions, including hiring new employees, awarding contracts for road resurfacing and site remediation, and accepting various grants totaling over $1 million. The meeting also includes a motion to appropriate $4.5 million for capital improvements to county buildings.

• Resolution 416-26 appropriating $4,500,000 for capital improvements
• Resolution 391-26 Shared Services Agreement with Bergen County ($500 daily rate)
• Resolution 402-26 Goshen Road (CR615) Resurfacing Improvements Phase 2
• Resolution 412-26 Social Services for the Homeless Grant ($469,001)
• Resolution 407-26 accepting SHIP grant award ($41,000)

The Board introduced a capital ordinance to appropriate $4.5 million for improvements to county buildings and grounds. They also approved a series of resolutions covering grant applications, vendor contracts, and park usage agreements.

• Introduced Capital Ordinance 3-2026 appropriating $4.5M for building and grounds improvements
• Approved Resolutions 389-26 through 416-26 (5-0)
• Approved $500 daily rate for juvenile detention services with Bergen County
• Awarded animal medication contract to Midwest Veterinary Supply, Inc.
• Awarded dumpster and compactor removal contract to Pineland Construction, LLC
• Approved $52,950 change order for landfill remediation services to Sadat Associates, Inc.
• Established no parking zone along Old North Wildwood Boulevard (CR666)
• Approved 06/23/2026 meeting minutes (5-0)

Youth Services Commission

The Cape May County Youth Services Commission will discuss a three-year plan under new business and receive reports on juvenile justice programs including Intensive Supervision, Station House Adjustment, Strengthening Families, Life Skills, and Family Navigator. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and an administrator's report.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Administrator's report
• Youth Justice Committee update
• Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (JDAI) update
• Three-year plan discussion (new business)

Youth Services Commission

The Cape May County Youth Services Commission is presenting its triennial Youth Justice Strategic Plan for 2027-2029, which prioritizes delinquency prevention due to the county's low incarceration rate and youth struggles with adverse childhood experiences. The plan includes an inventory of existing programs, data analysis, and recommendations for funding. The agenda is a planning document, not a decision-making meeting, and the plan must be submitted to the state by October 5, 2026.

• Plan prioritizes prevention programs, citing low incarceration rate and youth with ACEs
• Identified gaps: no Big Brothers/Big Sisters, no county-wide Police Athletic League, limited free afterschool programs
• Youth surveys collected from Strengthening Families (14), Impact 6 Station House Adjustment (2), and Disposition (14)
• Existing programs include Cape Assist's Botvin Life Skills, Strengthening Families, and Police Youth Camps
• Submission deadline to YJC Grant Management Unit: October 5, 2026 at 3:00 PM

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee is meeting to review two projects in Lower Township. The agenda includes a proposal for a recreational sports complex and a request for a subdivision waiver.

• S26-018 Aviation Sports Complex on Breakwater Road (CR 613): domed indoor sports complex with stormwater facilities and 303 parking spaces
• 25-060 Dolores and Albert Turse waiver on Fishing Creek Road (CR 639): subdivision to create 1 new single-family lot
• Waiver request for 25-060 regarding driveway location within 10 feet of a side property line

The Committee approved a waiver for a single-family development project on Fishing Creek Road. The board also reviewed an application for an aviation sports complex in Lower Township. Minutes from the June 18, 2026, meeting were approved.

• Approved 6/18/2026 meeting minutes
• Approved driveway location waiver for Block 416, Lot 3 (Fishing Creek Road)
• Agreed with technical review comments for S26-018 Aviation Sports Complex

Board of Taxation

The board will consider postponements of 2026 tax appeal hearings and approve prior meeting minutes. Jason Hesley, North Wildwood tax assessor, will provide a reassessment update.

• 2026 Tax Appeal Hearings (Postponements)
• Prior meeting minutes approval
• North Wildwood Tax Assessor Reassessment Update by Jason Hesley

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda of 25 resolutions, including shared services agreements, grant applications, and routine approvals. The meeting also includes a caucus with an executive session for real property and attorney-client matters, and a presentation from Michael Baker International on Middle Thorofare.

• Shared services agreement with Woodbine to resurface County Road 557
• Shared services agreement with Sea Isle City for animal sheltering services
• Adoption of New Jersey Film Ready requirements (Resolution 370-26)
• Application for $307,224 Corrections Center MAT Grant from NJ Department of Human Services
• Change order of $60,770 for irrigation wells at Cape May County Veterans' Cemetery

The Board entered an executive session, approved the minutes from the June 9 meeting, and adopted a consent agenda covering a series of resolutions. The resolutions authorize leaves of absence, salary changes, monthly TANF disbursements, appointments to the Mental Health Board, shared‑services agreements for road resurfacing and animal sheltering, adoption of New Jersey Film Ready requirements, and insurance payments. All items were approved by the Commissioners.

• Approved Resolution 363-26 to recess and enter executive session (vote recorded as shown)
• Approved minutes of the 06/09/2026 meetings
• Approved Resolution 364-26 granting and amending leaves of absence for County employees
• Approved Resolution 365-26 supplementing the 2026 Salary Resolution and appointing salaries
• Approved Resolution 368-26 shared services agreement with Woodbine to resurface County Road 557
• Approved Resolution 369-26 shared services agreement with Sea Isle City for animal sheltering services
• Approved Resolution 370-26 adopting New Jersey Film Ready requirements
• Approved Resolution 371-26 payment to Travelers Insurance for $2,365.50

Development Review Committee

The Cape May County Development Review Committee will review subdivisions and discuss a multi-family project. Items include two single-lot subdivisions and a 6-lot subdivision with new stormwater facilities. The committee will also discuss prior comments and potential waivers for a 43-unit residential building in Ocean City.

• 26-033: Subdivision to create 1 new lot for single-family on Shunpike Road, Middle Township
• 26-027: Subdivision to create 1 new lot for single-family on Shunpike Road, Lower Township
• S26-012: Discussion on previous comments and waivers for 43-unit multi-family with 79 parking spaces on Bay Avenue, Ocean City
• 26-026: Subdivision to create 6 lots for 7 single-family homes and 1 duplex with stormwater facilities on Breakwater Road, Lower Township

The Development Review Committee reviewed several subdivision and redevelopment applications. The committee approved soil boring waivers for JFLF Company LLC and the McCarty Family Estate, while discussing road repaving requirements and site revisions for other projects.

• Approved 5/21/2026 minutes (all members except Commissioner Bulakowski; Mr. Church not present)
• Approved soil boring waiver for JFLF Company LLC (Middle Township)
• Approved soil boring waiver for McCarty Family Estate (Lower Township)
• Agreed to County Engineer's suggested comments for JFLF Company LLC revisions
• Agreed to County Engineer's suggested comments for Garry Gilbert revisions

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission will approve bills totaling $293,877.72 and amend the 2026 Salary Resolution. The meeting includes approval of monthly revenue deposits and health benefit payment ceilings.

• Approval of bills totaling $293,877.72
• Amendment of 2026 Salary Resolution 26-3856
• Certification of monthly revenue deposits ($1,242,861.23)
• Approval of health benefit payment ceiling
• Approval of Officer's Certificate authorization

The Cape May County Bridge Commission held a regular meeting on June 16, 2026, approving the minutes of the May 28 meeting, paying bills, and passing four consent agenda resolutions (26-3857 through 26-3860). Project updates were provided, including the completion of the Ocean City Fishing Pier, substantial completion of the Townsends Inlet fender system, and ongoing work on other bridges. No public comments were made, and no old or new business was discussed.

• Approved minutes of May 28, 2026 regular meeting
• Approved payment of bills
• Approved Resolution 26-3857 authorizing Chairman to sign Officer's Certificate
• Approved Resolution 26-3858 certifying March 2026 revenue deposits of $1,242,861.23
• Approved Resolution 26-3859 setting ceiling for health benefits and payroll payments between meetings
• Approved Resolution 26-3860 amending 2026 Salary Resolution 26-3856

Board of Taxation

The Board of Taxation will meet to conduct 2026 tax appeal hearings and review the Stone Harbor reassessment. The board will also address prior meeting minutes and a trust account financial statement.

• 2026 Tax Appeal Hearings
• Stone Harbor Reassessment
• Trust Account Financial Statement

The Board approved the prior meeting's minutes and settlement stipulations for property tax appeals. Ms. Rosell provided a status report on the Stone Harbor reassessment project, noting that residential inspections began June 15, 2026.

• Approved prior meeting minutes
• Approved settlement stipulations for property tax appeals

Open Space Review Board

The Open Space Review Board will hold a regular meeting with updates on approved projects, approval of minutes, and review of a preservation project for WWII Fire Control Tower No. 23. Correspondence includes discussions on land acquisitions such as Smith/Shulman Parcels, MT Open Space, and Tiki Docks in Sea Isle. The board may also act on items discussed in closed session.

• HP 26-01: WWII Fire Control Tower No.23 Preservation, CM MAC
• Correspondence: Smith/Shulman Parcels, Fulling Mill
• Correspondence: MT Open Space Land Acquisition – Farrow
• Correspondence: Bob Rush, Tiki Docks, LLC, Sea Isle
• Correspondence: North Wildwood pending OS application – Pre App Meeting 6/17

The Board approved moving forward with the preservation of WWII Fire Control Tower No. 23 at a cost not to exceed $172,626, with matching funds from a NJ Historic Trust grant. The project includes concrete repairs, replacing the wood fence and boardwalk, and other maintenance. The Board also received updates on various open space projects and discussed pending land acquisition applications.

• Approved HP 26-01 WWII Fire Control Tower No. 23 Preservation at an amount not to exceed $172,626.
• Received a financial report showing a month-end balance of $45,788,219.42 for May 2026.
• Could not approve the May 19 minutes due to lack of quorum after a member stepped down.
• Discussed placing the resurfacing policy on hold for further investigation.
• Noted the closure of LA 25-03: 3110 Shunpike on May 29th.
• Received updates on multiple construction projects, including a decision to remove a slide at Woodbine Eco-Park for stabilization.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will introduce a bond ordinance borrowing $4,095,238 to fund a $4.3 million contribution to the Cape May City Seawall. A public hearing is set for June 23. The board also considers dozens of resolutions on grants, contracts, employee matters, and road resurfacing projects.

• Introduction of bond ordinance for Cape May City Seawall, appropriating $4,300,000 and authorizing $4,095,238 in bonds
• Award of $211,971.32 to Remington & Vernick Engineers for East Creek Mill Road (CR670) resurfacing Phase 2 in Dennis Township
• Award of $265,288.65 to Remington & Vernick Engineers for Seashore Road (CR626) resurfacing Phase 2 in Lower Township
• Grant of $29,950.00 to Cape May County non-profits for the Youth Art Program
• Application for a $570,588 VOCA grant to support victim services

The Board approved several resolutions during the consent agenda, including $29,950 in youth art program grants and professional engineering service contracts. The meeting also included recognition of youth art recipients and culinary competition winners.

• Approved resolution to enter executive session for real property matters
• Approved May 26, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approved $29,950 in Cape May County Commissioner’s Youth Art Program Grants
• Approved transfer of surplus property to the Borough of Woodbine
• Approved agreement with NVA Parkway Veterinary Management, LLC for zoo animal care
• Approved shared services agreement with the Township of Lower
• Approved professional services agreement with Novak Birch, LLC up to $113,000
• Approved Middle Township Recreation Department use of Cape May County Park South

Bridge Commission

The Cape May County Bridge Commission will consider approving $692,788.32 in bills and a consent agenda of resolutions including the appointment of Carol Brand as Chair, Scott Halliday as Vice-Chair, and Maryanne K. Murphy as Secretary/Treasurer. Other resolutions cover monthly deposits, employee salaries, mileage rates, and the cash management plan. The meeting also includes a traffic review, project updates, and public comment periods.

• Motion to pay bills totaling $692,788.32
• Resolution 26-3849: appoints Carol Brand as Chair, Scott Halliday as Vice-Chair, Maryanne K. Murphy as Secretary/Treasurer
• Resolution 26-3854: adopts Cash Management Plan for one year
• Resolution 26-3855: establishes mileage reimbursement and per diem rates
• Resolution 26-3856: sets annual salaries for various employees

The Bridge Commission unanimously approved the April 16 meeting minutes and the payment of outstanding bills. A change order to Michael Baker International for professional engineering services on Ocean Drive upgrades was approved at the May 26 County Commissioners meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved minutes of April 16, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills (unanimous)
• Change order to Michael Baker International for Ocean Drive upgrades approved at County Commissioners meeting

Board of County Commissioners

The Cape May County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda and regular agenda items, including resolutions authorizing a $2.4 million change order to Michael Baker International for Ocean Drive upgrades and bridge improvements in Lower Township, as well as several grant applications and a shared services agreement with Bergen County for juvenile detention. The board also will vote on releasing performance guarantee funds, approving road closure permits for events, and other routine personnel and contractual matters.

• Resolution 326-26: $2,435,043.35 change order to Michael Baker International for Ocean Drive Upgrades and Bridge Improvements, Lower Township
• Resolution 318-26: Amending shared services agreement with Bergen County for juvenile detention center housing and services
• Resolution 335-26: Accepting $38,316 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for multi-jurisdictional gang, gun, and narcotics task force
• Resolution 334-26: Accepting $87,596.22 NJDEP Clean Communities Program grant
• Resolution 336-26: Accepting $61,200 grant for Next Generation 9-1-1 emergency telecommunication system upgrade

The Board adopted a change order increasing the engineering contract for Ocean Drive upgrades by $2,435,043.35. It also released performance‑guarantee funds to Seahorse Farms Winery ($10,236.60) and to Andrei Kupryievich ($4,925.80). Bids for animal‑medication and tree‑planting contracts were rejected, and routine administrative resolutions were approved.

• Approved 311-26 executive‑session resolution (vote: Barr Ayes, Barr Nays, Bulakowski Ayes, Morey Ayes, Rosenello Ayes, Rosenello Nays, Desiderio Ayes)
• Approved minutes of 05/12/2026 meeting (vote: Barr Ayes, Barr Nays, Bulakowski Ayes, Bulakowski Nays, Morey Ayes, Rosenello Ayes, Desiderio Ayes)
• Approved consent agenda and Resolutions 312‑26 through 337‑26 (excluding 316‑26, 327‑26) (vote: Barr Ayes, Barr Nays, Bulakowski Ayes, Morey Ayes, Rosenello Ayes, Rosenello Nays, Desiderio Ayes)
• Authorized Change Order No. 1 for $2,435,043.35 to Michael Baker International for Ocean Drive upgrades (Resolution 326‑26)
• Released $10,236.60 performance‑guarantee funds to Seahorse Farms Winery for Seashore Road improvements (Resolution 315‑26)
• Released $4,925.80 performance‑guarantee funds to Andrei Kupryievich for Siegtown Road improvements (Resolution 317‑26)
• Rejected all bids for Specification No. 13a – animal medications (Resolution 330‑26)
• Rejected all bids for Specification No. 14 – park and zoo tree planting (Resolution 331‑26)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will review five project applications involving new construction and lot adjustments. These include residential and mixed-use developments across Ocean City, Sea Isle City, Woodbine, and Wildwood Crest.

• S26-012 Seaspray Redevelopment: 43-unit multi-family residential on Bay Avenue (CR #656) in Ocean City
• S26-013 T. L. Sea Associates: Mixed use development with 5 residential units on Landis Avenue (CR #619) in Sea Isle City
• S26-017 5611 New Jersey Avenue LLC: Mixed use development with 3 residential units on New Jersey Avenue (CR #621) in Wildwood Crest
• 26-025 Borough of Woodbine: Lot line adjustment at potable water treatment plant on DeHirsch Avenue (CR #550)
• S26-016 The Shores at Wesley Manor: Elevated decking and enclosed courtyard at senior living facility on Bay Avenue (CR #656) in Ocean City

The Development Review Committee approved waivers for topographic contours, drainage area map, drainage calculations, and soil borings for the S26-017 project in Wildwood Crest. The committee also agreed with engineer comments on several other applications, including requiring an encroachment agreement for the T.L. Sea Associates project and various site plan revisions. No vote tallies were recorded for these actions.

• Approved waivers for topographic contours, drainage map, calculations, and soil borings (S26-017)
• Agreed to require encroachment agreement for T.L. Sea Associates project (S26-013)
• Agreed to revise site plan for T.L. Sea Associates project (S26-013)
• Agreed with engineer concerns on bubble out discharge inlet for Seaspray Redevelopment (S26-012)
• Agreed with engineer concerns on left turns from egress driveway for Seaspray Redevelopment (S26-012)
• Agreed with engineer comment to replace sidewalk for Seaspray Redevelopment (S26-012)
• Agreed that a separate county road improvement sheet should be provided for Seaspray Redevelopment (S26-012)
• No DRC comments for Woodbine lot line adjustment (26-025) and The Shores at Wesley Manor (S26-016)

Open Space Review Board

The Open Space Review Board will discuss and may act on multiple land acquisition correspondence items and a specific project application, MP 25-03, involving 10th Street Wharf, LLC. The meeting also includes updates on approved projects, financial statements, and approval of minutes.

• MP 25-03: 10th Street Wharf, LLC project application
• Correspondence: LA 25-03 3110 Shunpike, Arenberg Property
• Correspondence: Smith/Shulman Parcels
• Correspondence: Cape May MAC, UT Open Space Land Acquisition, MT Open Space Land Acquisition
• Approved Project Construction Update

The board approved the minutes as amended with two members abstaining and the rest in favor. It approved the markup of the existing‑conditions survey for the Cecil Creek project, requiring a title, date, and “prepared by” notation. The board also voted to request additional information from 10th Street Wharf, LLC, specifically a municipal resolution of support.

• Approved minutes as amended (motion by Byrne, seconded by Rosenello; Barr and Craig abstained, others in favor)
• Approved markup of existing‑conditions survey for Cecil Creek with condition to add title, date, and “prepared by” (motion by Barr, seconded by Simone; all members in favor)
• Requested additional information from 10th Street Wharf applicant, specifically a municipal resolution of support (motion by Barr, seconded by Craig; all members in favor)
• Moved to closed session (motion by Barr, seconded by Rosenello; all members in favor)
• Returned to open session (motion by Byrne, seconded by Simone; all members in favor)

County Agricultural Development Board

The Cape May County Agricultural Development Board will hold a regular meeting with procedural items including approval of minutes and a financial statement. The main substantive item is a SSAMP application for two parcels in Willow Creek (WCM B:73, L:9 and B:74, L:2). The board may discuss or vote on the application following reports from the chairman and director.

• SSAMP Application for Willow Creek, parcels WCM B:73, L:9 and B:74, L:2
• Approval of March 23, 2026 meeting minutes
• Review of April 2026 Open Space Financial Statement
• Chairman's Report and Director's Report
• Public comment period

Youth Services Commission

The Cape May County Youth Services Commission will meet to approve minutes, review administrator and Juvenile Justice Commission reports, and discuss updates for various youth supervision and family support programs.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Administrator's Report
• Juvenile Justice Commission Update
• Program Updates: Intensive Supervision, Station House Adjustment, Strengthening Families, Life Skills, and Family Navigator
• Public Response period

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider a consent agenda containing resolutions to apply for $856,452 in Senior Citizen/Disabled Transportation Assistance and $316,605 in FTA Section 5311 grants. Also up for approval are six small road acquisitions (e.g., portions of CR 646, CR 616, CR 657) and change orders for road projects, including $70,300 for Fishing Creek Road resurfacing. Contract awards include a $45,458 software subscription for the Prosecutor's Office and a $22,710 per year lease of x-ray scanners for the Sheriff's Office. The meeting opens with presentations on Soldier On and the 250th Marketing Plan, followed by an executive session for legal and contract negotiations.

• Application for $856,452 Senior Citizen/Disabled Transportation Assistance Program grant
• Application for $316,605 FTA Section 5311 mass transportation program grant
• Change Order No. 4 ($70,300) for Fishing Creek Road (CR639) resurfacing
• Acquisition of six parcels for county road system (CR 646, CR 616, CR 657)
• Contract to Cellebrite, Inc. for $45,458 in investigative data management software

The Board adopted Resolution 277-26 to recess and hold an executive session at 2:00 p.m. on May 12, 2026. The Board also approved the minutes from the April 28, 2026 meeting.

• Authorized executive session at 2:00 p.m. on May 12, 2026 (vote 4-1, 0 abstain)
• Approved minutes of the 04/28/2026 meetings (vote 4-1, 0 abstain)

Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Board

The Cape May County Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Board will hold a regular meeting on May 12, 2026. Key agenda items include a presentation on the Mental Health Diversion Court, a fiscal report on AEREF 2025 funds, and updates on heroin-related initiatives. The board will also discuss the status of the NJ4S program and hold elections for board positions.

• Presentation on Mental Health Diversion Court
• Fiscal report on AEREF 2025 funds
• Status of NJ4S program
• Heroin issue updates (Hope One, OORP, Recovery Center, JAIL MAT, Recovery High School)
• Elections for board positions

Human Services Advisory Council

The Human Services Advisory Council will hear reports from the administrator, state departments, committees, and liaison groups, and will consider a public presentation on the Mental Health Diversion Program. No specific actions or votes are listed in the agenda.

• Administrator’s Report – S. Hand
• State Department Reports – DHS and DCF
• Committee Reports – Executive, Disability Services, Program Review, WFNJ‑WTW, CEAS, Membership
• Liaison Reports – Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council, Workforce Development Board, CIACC
• Public presentation on the Mental Health Diversion Program

Board of Taxation

The Cape May County Board of Taxation will meet on May 5, 2026, to conduct its 2026 reorganization, including election of officers and adoption of resolutions. The board will also consider prior meeting minutes, correspondence, and a memorandum regarding RDF. A 2026 tax appeal schedule is on the agenda. The meeting is largely procedural.

• 2026 reorganization election and resolutions
• Prior meeting minutes
• Correspondence from Shelly Reilly
• 2026 tax appeal schedule
• Memorandum regarding RDF

The Cape May County Board of Taxation approved seven resolutions governing tax‑assessment procedures. These include requiring a certified appraisal for settlements of $1 million or more, directing the Tax Administrator to accept all untimely appeals but return them with a dismissal judgment, setting the assessed‑to‑true‑value ratio at 100%, mandating municipal assessors budget for tax‑map maintenance, authorizing rubber‑stamp signatures on judgments, establishing standards for district revaluation, and requiring assessors to appear with records at appeal hearings.

• Approved Resolution #1‑05‑05‑26: require a state‑certified appraisal for settlements reducing an assessment by $1 M or more
• Approved Resolution #2‑05‑05‑26: direct Tax Administrator to accept all untimely appeals and return them with dismissal judgments
• Approved Resolution #3‑05‑05‑26: set the assessed‑to‑true‑value ratio at 100% for 2026 onward
• Approved Resolution #4‑05‑05‑26: require municipal assessors to include tax‑map maintenance funds in their annual budgets
• Approved Resolution #5‑05‑05‑26: authorize use of rubber‑stamp or digital signatures on original judgment copies
• Approved Resolution #6‑05‑02‑26: establish policy standards for district revaluation or reassessment based on coefficient of dispersion and other factors
• Approved Resolution #7‑05‑05‑26: require assessors to appear with municipal attorneys and property records at appeal hearings and prohibit testimony without inspection