The 2027 budget measure passed by the state Senate and Assembly and signed by Gov. Mikie Sherrill calls for a record $60.74 billion in spending. The budget fully funds the state's pension schemes, increases education funding and preserves property tax relief programs. Under the Stay NJ program, the income level for eligibility was reduced from $500,000 to $200,000 and a means test was added to establish tiers of maximum benefit payments based on income. The census says that 19% of Cape May County households make more than $200,000, the bar for program eligibility.
Open Water Lifeguards
A New Jersey Senate resolution praising open water lifeguards for their essential role in protecting residents and visitors along the state's beaches and waterways will now formally recognize them as first responders. The measure, SR72, which passed unanimously in a New Jersey state Senate voice vote on June 30, recognizes open water lifeguards as first responders and emergency response providers, acknowledging the dangers they face when rescuing swimmers, responding to medical emergencies and protecting the public.
Wildwood Boardwalk 'Takeover'
Police identified and arrested a 19-year-old Pennsylvania man they claim attempted to orchestrate a "takeover" of the Wildwood Boardwalk over the Fourth of July weekend. Stephen Kerrin, of Elkins Park, was cited for disturbance at a public meeting. NJ Transit Police said they alerted the police department's Detective Division on Saturday about a social media post advertising a "TAKEOVER" event on the Boardwalk. During the first investigation police were unable to find a promoter for the unapproved event or have the post taken down from social media.
Small To Give Update Monday On Final Phase Of Atlantic Avenue Work
Monday, Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small, Sr. will hold a news conference to update the public on the final phase of Atlantic Avenue improvements. In April, construction crews were seen setting the stage for milling and paving to start by the end of spring. Then, spring turned to summer, and the city's main thoroughfare remained untouched. The federal government is paying $10.3 million of the $17.3 million project.
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