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Update on Absecon Island Beach Replenishment Project
The Ventnor City portion of the Absecon Island Beach Replenishment Project is quickly approaching. Equipment staging and mobilization continues in preparation for all necessary components to be placed and ready to go for the arrival of the Dredger Galveston on January 4, 2025. Dredging work is expected to begin on January 4, 2025, and the work is estimated to take 24 days. It is not expected to impact the upcoming polar bear plunge event on January 1, 2025.
2025 Holiday Beach Badges Now Available
2025 Holiday Beach Badges are currently available for sale at Ventnor City Hall during hours of operation, Monday through Friday, (except for holidays) between 8:30 a.m. 4 p.m.
Holiday Badges are available for purchase in-person only and are $12 each. No mail-in orders will be accepted. Cash, check and all major credits cards are accepted.
If you have any questions, please contact the City Clerk's Office at (609) 823-7904.
Beach Chairs and Locks Will Be Removed November 1, 2024
Friendly reminder: all beach chairs and locks must be removed from the beach by Friday, November 1. Any items left behind after that date will be discarded. Thank you!
Guarded Beaches Through September 14, 2024
The following beaches will be guarded through September 14, 2024: Suffolk, Dorset, New Haven, and Lafayette Avenues. Please note that Lafayette Avenue will be closed September 4-5, 2024
Important Information Regarding Fireworks on July 3, 2024
The Mayor and Commissioners invite you to come out and enjoy the City of Ventnor's fireworks display on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, beginning at 9:20 PM.
In preparation for the upcoming event, the Ventnor City Police Department would like to share some important information:
On Wednesday, July 3, there will be no public access beyond the second gate of the pier. This includes no fishing.
The bathroom and concession stand will be open to the public during the day. However, there will be intermediate times throughout the day in which access will be restricted to the pier while the fireworks display is being brought on site and set up.
The entire pier will be closed to the public starting at 8 PM in preparation for the fireworks show.
The beach area on both sides of the pier will have a roped off area during the day. This area will be accessible to the public to enjoy the beach. However, the interior of this roped off area will be restricted to the public starting at 6 PM. We asked for everyone’s cooperation in exiting this interior roped off area by 6 PM.
Ventnor Working to Restore Beaches with Army Corps of Engineers
Ventnor has been working with the Army Corps of Engineers to schedule necessary beach restoration along its southern coastline. The City is not permitted to reconstruct dunes or fill the beaches. Rather, this work can only be performed by contractors selected by the Army Corps of Engineers. The Army Corps expects to go to bid on this project within the next few months, and work is expected to begin by fall/winter 2024.
Guarded Beach Update
The following beaches will be open 7 days per week from 10 AM to 6 PM:
- Lafayette Ave
- New Haven
- Dorset Ave
- Suffolk Ave (HQ)
The remaining beaches will open as our returning lifeguards finish school and college for the summer.
Join the Ventnor City Beach Patrol
Interested in joining the Ventnor City Beach Patrol? Come out for Rookie School from May 28 through June 7, excluding weekends, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Beach Patrol Headquarters (Suffolk Ave and the Beach). The Beach Patrol Test Date will be Sunday, June 9, at 9 a.m. at Beach Patrol HQ.
A general application can be filled out and returned to HQ or sent via email to vcbp@ventnorcity.org. Call 609-823-7948 or email with questions.
Memorial Day Kickoff to Summer
Start your summer off right in Ventnor! We’ve got a great Memorial Day weekend planned for visitors and residents.
Stroll through opening day of the Ventnor City Farmers’ Market on Friday, May 24, from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Atlantic and Newport Avenues.
Then, join in the Official Beach Opening on Saturday, May 25, at 10 a.m. at Beach Headquarters on Suffolk Avenue. Later that night, enjoy an exceptional night of music and fun during a Concert at Ski Beach featuring The Voice of Ventnor, Ricky Stevens, and The Inka Band, a Latin and Santana Cover Band.
Wake up Sunday and participate in the Annual Kenny Wayland Memorial Run/Walk.
On Monday, May 27, a Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony will be held at City Hall by the flagpole at 9 a.m.
Join the Ventnor City Beach Patrol
Interested in joining the Ventnor City Beach Patrol? Come out for Rookie School from May 28 through June 7, excluding weekends, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Beach Patrol Headquarters (Suffolk Ave and the Beach). The Beach Patrol Test Date will be Sunday, June 9, at 9 a.m. at Beach Patrol HQ.
A general application can be filled out and returned to HQ or sent via email to vcbp@ventnorcity.org. Call 609-823-7948 or email with questions.
Beach Badge Prices Will Increase After May 31!
Purchase your badges at pre-season rates before it’s too late!
- Purchase physical badges in-person at City Hall
- Purchase physical badges online at JerseyCape tags and have them delivered to your home.
- Purchase digital badges through the MyBeachMobile app, and badges will live on your phone to display at the beach.
VCBP 2024 Junior Lifeguard Program
The Ventnor City Beach Patrol (VCBP) Junior Lifeguard program is designed to educate children on beach and ocean safety. We strive to promote solid interpersonal relationships, build teamwork, and introduce children to the skills required to become a lifeguard. Most of all we want our children to have a fun, safe experience enjoying and learning about the ocean and beach. Each day we will meet at a designated area. We will start with a team stretch, a warmup run, and then break into rotating stations. The fourth day of each group (Wed July 3rd and Thu July 11th) will hold the competitions in the beach run, surf dash, and beach flags and end with a BBQ.
The junior lifeguards should arrive on time each day. Please send your child in a bathing suit with a towel and a labeled water bottle. Children should apply sunscreen before arriving. We are looking forward to another terrific summer!
For children ages 5-14
DATES
Jr. Lifeguards ages 5-9
Sunday, June 30 – Wednesday, July 3, 2024
10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Jr. Lifeguards ages 10-14
Monday, July 8 – Thursday, July 11, 2024
10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
REGISTER
The cost is $20.00 per child and will include a Jr. Lifeguard T-shirt.
Click Here to Register Online Through Ventnor.RecDesk.com or
Download print registration form to return in person at the VCBP HQ at Suffolk and the Beach from May 25th through June 30th.
Digital Beach Passes Coming to Ventnor City
My Beach Mobile App Gives Beachgoers the Option to Purchase Digital Beach Tags
Ventnor City is taking a technological leap forward by offering digital beach tags this summer. Beachgoers can now use My Beach Mobile, an app developed by New Jersey natives, to not just purchase, but also display beach tags directly from a mobile device. Ventnor City is joining other beaches offering a digital option, including Sea Isle City, Margate City, and Long Beach Township.
My Beach Mobile’s self-authenticating QR codes make purchasing and validating passes easy and convenient. Just open the app, purchase your pass, and show your animated QR code for entry.
Everyone recognizes the nostalgia associated with physical passes, because who doesn’t have a collection of old passes pinned to their grandmother’s sun hat? Physical passes will still be for sale at City Hall, on the beach and via Jersey Cape online.
My Beach Mobile’s team sought to make beach access easier by eliminating all the issues they faced when frequenting their local beach towns. Digital passes remove the hurdles they often face, such as forgotten and lost passes. The mobile app also eliminates the need to carry cash to the beach.
The app takes security seriously; it utilizes full back-end encryption and Stripe as its third-party payment API. These safety measures were implemented to protect the users’ data and safeguard municipal funds.
The app is available to download for Apple and Android users. For more information, visit https://www.mybeachmobile.com/
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My Beach Mobile is a proprietary app that allows users to purchase and use beach passes directly from their mobile device. The digital passes are convenient, safe, and environmentally-friendly. For more information, contact the My Beach Mobile team at (609) 200-1839 or by email at support@mybeachmobile.com.
Beach Badges on Sale
2024 beach badges are on sale now. Beat the lines! Buy your badges online and have them mailed to you. Purchase online at jerseycapetags.com.
Summer is Coming! Get your 2024 Beach Badges Now
Summer is coming! Get a jump on the 2024 season by purchasing your beach tags now! Click the link below to purchase beach tags and complete your purchase online. Your tags will be mailed directly to you. No need to wait in line anymore.
Online Beach Tag Sales Begin December 14
Online sales for Ventnor beach tags will begin on Thursday, December 14, 2023. Tags can be purchased at jerseycapetags.com/ventnorbeachtags.
Tags will be mailed to purchasers. This service is being provided by Jersey Cape Diagnostic, Training and Opportunity Center.
In addition to online sales, regular and senior tags may also be purchased at City Hall.
Special Holiday Commemorative tags can be purchased at City Hall until supplies are depleted.
Remove Beach Chairs from the Beach Corral
Please remove any beach chairs from beach corrals by Monday, November 13. Any chairs left will be removed by the city and discarded.
Atlantic County Surf Fishing Derby 4x4 Beach Access
The 2023 Atlantic County Surf Fishing Derby runs from September 25, 2023, through the end of the year. Participants of the derby are permitted to operate 4x4 vehicles on the beaches of Atlantic City, Ventnor and Margate with proper permits issued by each respective municipality. Permits are issued through the Ventnor City Police Department. Suffolk Avenue is the entry and exit point for all participating in Ventnor. Participants must be engaged in fishing activities.
Please contact the Ventnor City Police Department with any questions: 609-822-2101
Guarded Beaches September 11-17, 2023
New Haven and Suffolk Avenue beaches will be guarded Monday, September 11, through Sunday, September 17.
After September 17, no beaches will be guarded.
Please only swim where guards are present!
No Beach Tags Required on Wednesday, August 16, for Air Show
The City of Ventnor is offering a FREE beach day on Wednesday, August 16, in honor of the Air Show. Visitors will not be required to have beach tags.
Pier Fishing Suspended During Ventnor Pier Swim on July 26
The Ventnor City Fishing Pier will be closed to fishing and will be open to spectators during the Ventnor City Beach Patrol Pier Swim on Tuesday, July 26, at 6:15 PM.
Register for 51st Annual Ventnor Mile on July 3, 2023
Join in the 51st Annual Ventnor Mile on Monday, July 3, beginning at 7 PM at New Haven and the Boardwalk.
The event will be followed by live music, food trucks and fireworks.
Pricing:
$15 - Adults, $10 - Children 11 and under
Pre-registration closes June 19.
Late Registration Prices:
$20 - Adults $15 - Children 11 and under
Guarded Beaches Update June 14, 2023
Sacremento and Frankfort Avenue will not be guarded on Wednesday, June 14, 2023.
All beaches with the exception of Surrey and Vassar are expected to be open beginning Saturday, June 17.
VCBP 2023 Junior Lifeguard and Explorers Programs
VCBP Junior Lifeguard Program
For children ages 5-17
July 3 - July 7 (10:30 to 12 PM)
July 10 - July 13 (10:30 to 12 PM)
July 17 - July 20 (10:15 to 12 PM)
Our Junior Lifeguard program is designed to educate children on beach and ocean safety. We strive to promote solid interpersonal relationships, build teamwork and introduce children to the skills required to become a lifeguard. Most of all we want our children to have a fun, safe experience enjoying and learning about the ocean and beach. Each day we will meet at a designated area. We will start with a team stretch, a warm up run and then break into rotating stations. The fourth day of each group will hold the competitions in the beach run, surf dash and beach flags and a BBQ.
VCBP Junior Explorers Program
For Teens ages 13-17
July 17 to July 20
10:30 AM to 12 PM
$15 per child
The Lifeguard Explorers Program is an opportunity for our teenage group to get some first hand experience on the real life, every day duties of a lifeguard. They will learn how to do several different types of rescues, learn about the rescue tools we use (Can buoys, lifeguard boats, rescue donuts, rescue paddleboards). They will learn about the different components of the ocean that lifeguards look for to keep swimmers safe. They will also have some fun with different relay races, team building activities and friendly competitions. Our goal is to educate about the ocean and the job of a lifeguard, build camaraderie and teamwork and possibly inspire some future lifeguards!
Ventnor City Beach Patrol Try-Outs *Second Day Added*
Ventnor City Beach Patrol (VCBP) has extended try-outs to two days.
Applicants can try out on Saturday June 3, 2023 or Sunday, June 4, 2023.
Applicants should arrive to headquarters (Suffolk Avenue and the Beach) by 10 AM
Contact VCBP for any questions at 609-823-7948
Guarded Beaches Begin Saturday, May 27, 2023
The following beaches will be guarded beginning Saturday, May 27, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Suffolk Avenue
- Dorset Avenue
- New Haven Avenue
- Lafayette Avenue
All beaches are expected to be guarded beginning Saturday, June 24, 2023.
Now Hiring Assistant Beach Tag Supervisor
The City of Ventnor is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Beach Tag Supervisor. Weekends may be required. Walking on the beach is required. Download and complete the employment application and return to City Hall, 6201 Atlantic Ave., Ventnor, NJ 08406 attention: City Clerk, Lisa Hand or email to lhand@ventnorcity.org.
The City of Ventnor is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Lower Ventnor Heights Resiliency Project
An excerpt of the Lower Ventnor Heights Resiliency Project Presentation from DeBlasio and Associates is included below as well as a link to the full report presentation.
The City of Ventnor is located on the Atlantic Ocean coastline and back bay intercoastal waterway in Atlantic County, New Jersey. The City is located on 8.1 mile long Absecon Island, along with Atlantic City to the northeast, and Margate City and Longport on the southwest. Each year the City is presented with a constant threat to this community from sea level rise, coastal flooding, Nor'easters and tropical-borne storm activity, introducing severe wave and flood impacts.
The City of Ventnor has been historically subject to flooding, beach erosion and many other associated problems that require an aggressive approach to successfully manage infrastructure maintenance and flood damage mitigation. Mitigation is any sustained action taken to reduce or eliminate the risk of life and property from hazardous events. The City has developed a varied approach to protect and maintain its infrastructure, natural areas, public safety, welfare, and property of its residents, and continues to improve annually with the implementation of improvements, new technologies and with assistance from outside public agencies.
This report focuses on Ventnor Heights, which is a suburban section of Ventnor City on a former marsh island and the area nearest Dorset Avenue bridge has a concentration of repetitive loss properties, low elevation, older housing stock compared to the rest of the Ventnor Heights, and prevalence of year-round occupancy.
Click here to read the full Lower Ventnor Heights Resiliency Project
Beach Basket Stations to Remove Litter Installed at Dorset and New Haven Avenues
Ventnor Public Works in partnership with the Green Team have installed two Beach Basket stations, one at Dorset Avenue and the other at New Haven Avenue. The baskets are available to beach walkers who like to pick up litter and recycling during their walks along the beach. The idea was presented at a City Commission meeting by Ventnor resident Christina Barbella who saw the system in place while visiting a beach town in North Carolina.
2023 Ventnor City Beach Badges Available November 1
2023 Beach Badges will go on sale November 1, 2022, at the Cambridge Avenue entrance to City Hall. They may be purchased from 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Monday-Friday. In addition, all badges will be on sale Saturday, December 3, and Sunday, December 4, from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm for those customers that cannot come during the week.
| Seasonal Badges | Ages 12- 64 | $10 |
| Senior Badges | Ages 65+ | $3.50 |
| Veterans | with proof | Free |
| Holiday Bages (limited) | $12 |
Cash or check only. Prices are good through May 31, 2023. All badges will be $20 starting June 1, 2023
Guarded Beach Notice for August 30-September 2
Surrey Avenue and Vassar Square beaches will NOT be guarded and will be closed for swimming tomorrow, Tuesday, August 30, through Friday, September 2.
As of now, all beaches are expected to be staffed for the holiday weekend, and any changes will be posted to the community.
Take caution and enjoy these final beach days safely!
Watch AC Airshow from Ventnor Beaches
Ventnor beaches will be open -- no badges required -- to viewers of the AC Airshow on Wednesday, August 24, 2022.
Learn more about the event at: https://airshow.acchamber.com/
Around the Pier City Swim Scheduled for Wednesday, July 27
The Ventnor City Beach Patrol will be having its Around the Pier City Swim this Wednesday, July 27, at 6:15 p.m.
The Pier will be closed for fishing starting at 5:30 p.m. and reopening at 7:30 p.m. Pier will be open to the public to watch the swim.
July 3 Fireworks Beach Closure Notice
A Fireworks display scheduled for 9:30pm for the Independence Day holiday will take place on Sunday, July 3, 2022, after the Ventnor 50th Anniversary Mile Run and the United States Air Force “Full Spectrum” band concert at Newport Ave.
In preparation for this, for the safety of all persons while the technicians prepare for the extravaganza, a three-block area of the Ventnor beach will be closed for the entire day on Sunday, July 3. The affected area will be between Avolyn Ave and Stratford Ave, this includes the New Haven and Newport Ave beach areas. Lifeguards normally at New Haven Avenue will be stationed at Portland Avenue.
The best place to view the Fireworks will be from the concert location at Newport Beach behind the library.
Questions can be addressed to the Ventnor Special Events office at 609-823-7919 or specialevents@ventnorcity.org
All 11 Guarded Beaches will be Staffed Beginning Saturday, June 25
Beginning, Saturday, June 25, all 11 guarded beaches in Ventnor City will be open and staffed from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Vassar Square and Surrey Avenue will be unguarded until this weekend.
Only swim where lifeguards are present! Please call the Beach Headquarters at (609) 823-7948 for details.
Fireworks, Music and more on July 3 in Ventnor!
The City of Ventnor is kicking off the holiday with an exciting lineup of events on Sunday, July 3, 2022, that will include fireworks, live music and the 50th Annual Ventnor Mile.
Live music will begin with Ricky Stevens at 6 p.m. on Newport Avenue Beach followed by an electrifying performance by the United States Air Force Full Spectrum, a rock band of active duty airmen at 7:30 p.m.
The City will also host its 50th Annual Ventnor Mile beginning at 7 p.m. Click here for race details and signup forms.
The evening will end with fireworks on the beach at 9:30 p.m.
Beach Tags On Sale at City Hall Through Memorial Day Weekend
Beach tags will be sold during Memorial Day Weekend, from Saturday through Monday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at City Hall. Please enter through the Cambridge Avenue entrance. Cash or Check only.
Guarded Beaches for Memorial Day Weekend
Beginning, Saturday, May 28, the following beaches will be guarded from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily:
- Suffolk Avenue
- Dorset Avenue
- New Haven Avenue
- Lafayette Avenue
Additional streets will be added in the coming weeks. Please call the Beach Headquarters at (609) 823-7948 for details.
Public Restrooms Open for Summer Season
Beginning May 20, the public restrooms will be open for the summer season. Locations include:
- Newport Avenue adjacent to the Community Building
- Suffolk Avenue by the Tennis/Pickleball Courts
- The Fishing Pier on Cambridge Avenue
All bathrooms will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Road Closure on Sunday, May 15, for Rock N Roll Half Marathon
It is highly recommended to minimize travel during this event since all directions of travel will be blocked off and/or detoured in Atlantic City and Ventnor. You will be able to leave the island via Margate or Longport.
There will be no parking on the ocean side of Atlantic Avenue from Jackson to Fredericksburg. Any cars parked will be ticketed and towed.
All residents on the beach blocks from Jackson to Fredericksburg are asked to move their vehicles to the bay side of Atlantic Avenue if you need to access your vehicle during the event.
Please Visit https://www.runrocknroll.com/ac-road-closures for more information.
Again, we are advising that if you do not need to travel during the race time, please stay home to avoid traffic delays and/or detours.
Thank you and have a safe day.
Parking Meters Now Contactless in Ventnor with ParkMobile App
Enjoy the ease of contactless parking meters in Ventnor with ParkMobile! ParkMobile allows visitors and residents to conveniently pay for and extend time at parking spots right from their mobile phones.
ParkMobile is available for both iPhone and Android devices, or can also be accessed on a mobile web browser via QR code or text message.
The app may be used in any area where there is metered parking. Some spots accept physical payment through the meter or payment through the app, while others require the app to be used (see listing below).
The app will be especially helpful for summer beach goers who won’t even have to leave the beach to add time to their parking spot. It has been adopted by several other beach towns in New Jersey, including Atlantic City, Ocean City, Wildwood and more.
How it Works:
- Register at www.parkmobile.com, launch the mobile app on your Android, Windows or iPhone, or call the 1-800-280-4146 number posted on the meter. Registration will require a payment method to be stored such as: PayPal, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express or ParkMobile Wallet.
- Park in any of our marked ParkMobile enabled meters as indicated with green ParkMobile stickers and signs.
- Enter the zone number indicated on the meter, and space number, if applicable.
- Input your vehicle information and license plate number. If you already added the information, ensure that you have selected the correct vehicle.
- Select the amount of time needed and press the "Start Parking" button to begin the session.
*Users can extend the time of the parking session on their mobile device, without having to go back to the meter.
As noted above, ParkMobile is available for both iPhone and Android devices, or can also be accessed on a mobile web browser via QR code or text message.
For a listing of all metered spaces and spaces that only accept payment through the app, please refer to the list below.
Metered Parking Areas:
| ParkMobile Zone # | Type of Use | Ventnor City Area | Street | From | To | Time Limit | Paid Day | Paid Hours |
| 60101 | Kiosk | Municipal Lot | Newport Ave | Ventnor Ave | Atlantic Ave | 24 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60102 | Kiosk - App Only | Atlantic Ave - Library | Atlantic Ave | Newport ave | Newport Ave | 9 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60103 | Kiosk - App Only | Atlantic Ave - Tennis Cts | Atlantic Ave | Suffolk Ave | Suffolk Ave | 9 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60104 | Meters | 5000's Ventnor Ave | Ventnor Ave | NASHVILLE AVE | VICTORIA AVE | 2 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60105 | Meters | 5200-5300 Atlantic Ave | Atlantic Ave | FRANKFORT AVE | VICTORIA AVE | 2 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60106 | Meters | 6400 Block | Ventnor Ave | PORTLAND AVE | Newport Ave | 2 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60107 | Meters | 6500 Block | Ventnor Ave | NEWPORT AVE | NEW HAVEN AVE | 2 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60108 | Meters | 6600 Block | Ventnor Ave | NEW HAVEN AVE | TROY AVE | 2 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60109 | Meters | 6700 Block | Ventnor Ave | TROY AVE | BUFFALO AVE | 2 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60110 | Meters | 7300 Block | Ventnor Ave | WASHINGTON AVE | FREDRICKSBURG AVE | 2 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60111 | Meters | S Newport Ave | Newport Ave | Ventnor Ave | Atlantic Ave | 2 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60112 | Meters | 300 Block | Dorset Ave | CALVERT AVE | BALFOUR AVE | 2 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60113 | Meters | 100 Block | Dorset Ave | EDGEWATER AVE | MONMOUTH AVE | 2 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60114 | App Only | New Haven Ave | New Haven Ave | Ventnor Ave | WINCHESTER AVE | 2 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60115 | Meters | S Portland Ave | S Portland Ave | Ventnor Ave | Atlantic Ave | 2 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60116 | App Only | N Troy Ave | Troy Ave | Ventnor Ave | WINCHESTER AVE | 2 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60118 | Meters | S Weymouth Ave | Weymouth Ave | Ventnor Ave | Atlantic Ave | 2 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60119 | App Only | Weymouth Ave | Weymouth Ave | ATLANTIC AVE | BOARDWALK | 9 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60120 | App Only | 6700 Block | Atlantic Ave | RICHARDS AVE | BUFFALO AVE | 2 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60121 | App Only | Marsten Ave | Marsten Ave | CAMBRIDGE AVE | CORNWALL AVE | 9 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60122 | App Only | New Haven Ave | New Haven Ave | ATLANTIC AVE | BOARDWALK | 9 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60123 | App Only | Somerset Ave | Somerset Ave | ATLANTIC AVE | BOARDWALK | 9 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60124 | App Only | Surrey Ave | Surrey Ave | ATLANTIC AVE | BOARDWALK | 9 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60125 | App Only | Victoria Ave | Victoria Ave | ATLANTIC AVE | BOARDWALK | 9 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60126 | App Only | 6500 Block | Atlantic Ave | Newport ave | NEW HAVEN AVE | 9 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60127 | App Only | 5500 Block | Atlantic Ave | Suffolk Ave | SOMERSET AVE | 9 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| 60128 | App Only | S Newport Ave | Newport Ave | Ventnor Ave | Atlantic Ave | 2 hour | everyday | 8 am - 8 pm |
Now Seeking Beach Badge Checkers for Summer 2022
The City of Ventnor is seeking Beach Badge Checkers to join its team for Summer 2022!
Applicants must be age 14 by June 1, 2022.
Please fill our an employee application and email it to Lisa Hand lhand@ventnorcity.org if you are interested.
Boardwalk Closure in Place for Lifeguard Demolition Beginning Thursday, December 15
The demolition of the Lifeguard Headquarters Building is scheduled to begin Thursday, December 15. The boardwalk will be closed between Suffolk (ramp will be open) and Somerset Avenues. The closure will remain in place for approximately one week until the demolition is complete.
Suffolk Avenue Beach Ramp Undergoing Construction Beginning October 25
The concrete ramp at Suffolk Avenue beach entrance is scheduled to be replaced as part of the Army Corps of Engineers Beach Fill project. The contractor is scheduled to mobilize on October 25. The ramp/beach entrance will be closed during the construction, which is anticipated to take approximately four weeks. The boardwalk will also be closed and impassible at Suffolk Avenue during the construction and boardwalk traffic will be detoured to Atlantic Avenue at Somerset and at Surrey.
Ventnor City Beach Schedule
Ventnor City Beach Patrol continues to monitor staffing levels and wants to inform the community what beaches will be open in the coming week:
Tuesday,
Tuesday, September 7 - New Haven Avenue and Suffolk Avenue
Wednesday, September 8 - Lafayette Avenue, New Haven Avenue, Dorset Avenue and Suffolk Avenue
Thursday, September 9 - New Haven Avenue and Suffolk Avenue
Friday, September 10 - Lafayette Avenue, New Haven Avenue, Dorset Avenue and Suffolk Avenue
Saturday & Sunday, September 11 &12 - Lafayette Avenue, New Haven Avenue, Dorset Avenue and Suffolk Avenue
Surrey and Vassar Avenues Closing September 1-3
Important Message from the Ventnor City Beach Patrol:
Surrey and Vassar Avenues beaches will close between September 1-3 to maintain minimum staffing levels.
VCBP is confident all beaches will be open for the holiday weekend through the 6th, but if changes occur, we will let the community know.
Thank you!
Open Pier Night Scheduled for August 18
The City of Ventnor will be hosting Open Pier Night on Wednesday, August 18, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Fishing will be allowed without a fee. The pier will be open during this time so visitors can take a stroll, enjoy the sunset or learn from the pier attendant about fishing.
Children under 10 will not be allowed past the second gate.
To learn about the Ventnor City Fishing Pier, visit ventnorcity.org/pier
Open Pier Night Scheduled for August 18
The City of Ventnor will be hosting Open Pier Night on Wednesday, August 18, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Fishing will be allowed without a fee. The pier will be open during this time so visitors can take a stroll, enjoy the sunset or learn from the pier attendant about fishing.
Children under 10 will not be allowed past the second gate.
To learn about the Ventnor City Fishing Pier, visit ventnorcity.org/pier
Watch Fireworks from the Pier
Watch area fireworks displays from the Ventnor City Fishing Pier on Sunday, July 4!
Please note, due to insurance guidelines, no children under 10 years old will be permitted beyond the second gate. Children ages 10-18 must be accompanied by an adult.
No fishing after 6 p.m. to accommodate this event. Pier will close after fireworks are complete.
Registration for Ventnor City Beach Patrol Junior Lifeguard Program Now Open
Registration is now open for the Ventnor City Beach Patrol Junior Lifeguard Program for Summer 2021!
Our Junior Lifeguard program is designed to educate children on beach and ocean safety. We strive to promote solid interpersonal relationships, build teamwork and introduce children to the skills required to become a lifeguard. Most of all we want our children to have a fun, safe experience enjoying and learning about the ocean and beach.
This year we will be breaking up the program into two, 3-day groups:
Ages 5-9: Monday, July 5 through Wednesday, July 7, 2021 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Ages 10-14: Thursday, July 8 through Saturday, July 10 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
All classes will be held at Ventnor City Beach Patrol Headquarters, Suffolk Avenue and the beach (We will not hold the program in thunder/lightning/heavy downpour).
Each day we will meet at a designated area. We will start with a team stretch, a warm up run and then break into rotating stations. The third day of each group (Wednesday, July 7th and Saturday, July 10th) will hold the competitions in the beach run, surf dash and beach flags.
Registration: Signs ups will be held at the VCBP Headquarters at Suffolk Ave and the Beach from June 1st through July 1st. The cost is $10.00 per child (cash or check) and will include a Jr. Lifeguard T-shirt. Click here to download registration form
The junior lifeguards should arrive on time each day. Please send your child in a bathing suit with a towel and a labeled water bottle. Children should apply sunscreen before arriving. We will have safety measures in place to keep our children distanced and safe throughout the day.
Beach Badge Prices Increase June 1
Official Ventnor Beach Opening Scheduled for Saturday, May 29
Join us to officially welcome the summer season with a ceremonial ribbon-cutting.
The City will celebrate the opening of its beaches on Saturday, May 29, at 10:30 a.m., at Suffolk Avenue Beach (Ventnor Beach Patrol Headquarters)
Join us to celebrate the start of the summer season!
Ventnor Accessible Beaches
Through a collaboration between the members of the Atlantic County Disability Advisory Board, and the Office of Disability Services, Atlantic County has created the 1st Edition Accessible Beach Guide.
Ventnor was happy to partake in this effort and reminds the community about our accessible beaches:
Accessible Beach Locations are located at Suffolk, Dorset, Newport, Derby, Oxford and Somerset Avenue beaches.
Surf Chairs are available daily through Beach Patrol from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 609-823-7948 for reservations.
Accessible Parking is available at kiosk and metered stations located at Suffolk and Somerset avenues and Newport and New Haven Avenues.
Accessible Restrooms are located at the Suffolk Avenue tennis courts, Cambridge Avenue fishing pier, Newport Avenue playground, and New Haven Avenue library.
If other special assistance is required, please contact the Ventnor City Beach Patrol at 609-823-7948.
City of Ventnor Hiring Beach Badge Checkers
The City of Ventnor is currently hiring Beach Badge Checkers to work the Summer 2021. Workers are expected to start in the middle of June.
There are a limited number of positions.
Click here to download the Employment Application.
Please complete the application and email to ssimon@ventnorcity.org. Please put "Beach Badge Checker" in the subject of the email.
If you have any questions, please contact the City Clerk's Office at (609) 823-7904.
Purchase 2021 Beach Badges
Beach Badges can be purchased now, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Cambridge Ave Entrance (by the flagpole) of City Hall.
To pre-order a beach badge, print out the form below, fill it out and bring to City Hall during hours of operation.
Open on weekends starting May 1, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Pre-Season Beach Badge Prices
Regular (ages 12 - 64) - $10
Senior (ages 65 & up) - $3.50
Veterans (with proof) - Free
Price goes up to $20 for ALL Badges starting June 1, 2021. (Except veterans with proof)
For all inquiries, call (609) 823-7904.
Fall Fun Day Coming Saturday, October 17
Join us for Fall Fun Day on Newport Avenue Beach featuring crafters, food trucks, sing-a-long karaoke from 2 to 4 p.m. and Hocus Pocus on the beach at 4 p.m.
Visitors must maintain social distancing and wear masks when needed.
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Beach Replenishment Project Update
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and its awarded contractor Great Lakes Dredging, will begin a beach replenishment project stretching from Atlantic City through Longport.
Ventnor will be the first area started (end of September, early October), then the work will progress to Margate, Longport and lastly, Atlantic City.
Ventnor is scheduled to receive approximately 426,00 cubic yards of sand. The proposed beach nourishment area in Ventnor will extend from Harvard Avenue to Fredericksburg Avenue and will include dune repair with grass plantings, cross over repair and street end scupper excavation (for street drainage onto the back beach area). The contract also includes the reconstruction of the Suffolk Avenue beach access ramp in Ventnor.
The contractor will utilize a hopper dredge for the Ventnor, Margate and Longport portion of the project that will remove sand from an offshore borrow zone and transport the material to a submerged pipe closer to the shore where it will pump sand to the beach. The landing area for the submerged pipe will be near Philadelphia Avenue in Ventnor.
For more information on the project, and to see recent updates, please click here (see Construction Status Info).
Please contact the Ventnor Public Works Department if you have any additional questions.
Guarded Beaches Following Labor Day
The Ventnor City Beach Patrol will guard the following beaches after Labor Day. Please remember to swim only in front of a lifeguard stand!
The following beaches will be guarded from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day from September 8 through September 20 as well as Saturday, September 26 and Sunday, September 27:
Dorset, Lafayette, New Haven, and Suffolk Avenues.
July 4 Beach Concert and Mini Farmers Market Canceled
After much deliberation, the Ventnor Summer Beach Jam and Mini Farmers Market scheduled for this Saturday, July 4, have been canceled out of caution for our community's health and well-being. We look forward to safely enjoying music on the beach in the coming weeks and will keep you posted on when festivities will resume! Thank you for your understanding.
Beach BBQs Permitted July 4 Through Labor Day
Attention All Ventnor Residents and Visitors: The Mayor and Commissioners are pleased to announce that barbecuing on the beautiful beaches of Ventnor will be permitted EVERY DAY starting Saturday, July 4, through Labor Day, September 7, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Propane grills only (no propane tanks larger than 20 lbs.). Coals are difficult to dispose of safely at the beach, if you bury them, and they are still hot, someone can step on them and burn their feet. Putting them in the trash will start a fire.
Popup 10x10 tents are allowable, no tent should be enclosed by order of the Ventnor City Fire Department.
VCFD reminds you of these Grilling Safety Tips for Outdoor Cooking:
- Do not place grill under or in enclosures.
- Make sure grill is stable.
- Keep your grill clean.
- Check for propane leaks on tank and grill.
- If flame goes out wait to re-light.
- Take care around the grill.
- Never leave your grill unattended.
- Keep children at least 3 feet away from grills at all times.
- Be ready to put out the fire, have baking soda on hand to control a grease fire, and a fire extinguisher to handle other fires. If you don’t have a fire extinguisher, keep a bucket of sand next to grill.
- Never use water to put out grease fire!
Have a great summer, continue practicing social distancing and remember to wear your masks when appropriate!
Beach and Boardwalk Reopening Schedule
Boardwalk will open to pedestrian traffic on Friday, May 22. Beaches will open for swimming and sunbathing Saturday, May 23.
Beginning Friday, May 22 at sunrise, the Ventnor Boardwalk will be open to pedestrian traffic only (walking and running). No bike riding on the boardwalk (bike riding will begin a week later on May 29).
Pedestrians on the boardwalk should stay to the right side to maintain physical distancing. No dogs are allowed on the boardwalk at any time.
Beachgoers are expected to follow social distancing guidelines - staying 6-feet apart as much as possible. It’s critically important that everyone respects these guidelines and each other so that we all can enjoy Ventnor’s greatest natural asset. An increased Police presence this summer on the beach will enforce the 6 foot guideline.
Swimming at guarded beaches will be allowed Saturday, May 23rd at the normal four pre-season beaches including Headquarters Suffolk Ave, Dorset Ave, New Haven and Lafayette Avenues.
These four locations will have two stands each to spread out bathing area. Swimming will expand to all guarded beaches as the season progresses. Ventnor Fire Department will add two Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) to the beach during the day that are trained in Covid-19 Response to assist the Ventnor Beach Patrol.
The City of Ventnor requires Beach Badges for the Beach from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
The Governors Guidelines for beaches that apply on May 23rd to Ventnor are:
- Extend social distancing to the beaches, ensuring that people stay six feet apart except for family groups, household members, caretakers or couples.
- Facemasks are not required, but they are recommended.
- Allow anyone on the beach, and not restrict it to just local residents.
- Implement proper and regular sanitation rules.
- Prohibit contact sports and organized events.
- Prohibit beach summer camps and fireworks, festivals and concerts.
- Open shower pavilions, changing areas and restrooms. Restrooms at parks can also reopen.
Surfing, Paddle Boarding, Singles Rowing and Kayaking Will be Permitted May 13
Beginning Wednesday, May 13, Surfing and paddle boarding will be allowed. Gathering in groups on the beach is not. Please change and prepare for surfing OFF the beach and boardwalk until those areas are reopened.
Singles rowing and singles kayaking will also be allowed May 13th, but doubles, quads and eights are not. ALL team sports are not yet allowed, and these fall under that category. The Viking Rowing Club's self-imposed guidelines include that use of ergs, weights and congregating at the boathouse is not permitted until further notice.
Select Beaches Open After Labor Day
All beaches will be open and guarded through Labor Day! After the holiday, Ventnor City Beach Patrol will guard Suffolk, Dorset, New Haven and Lafayette Avenue beaches through Sunday, September 15.
Jr. Lifeguard Camp Begins July 8
The Ventnor City Beach Patrol is hosting Jr. Lifeguard Camp from July 8-12 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Kids ages 5-14 can learn ocean safety as well as basic lifeguard skills, rescue techniques and teamwork.
Contact 609.823.7948 or visit VCBP headquarters on Suffolk Avenue to register. Cost is $10 per child.