Mayor

January 26, 2026

Dear Friends,

I want to thank our Public Works team for working around the clock through the weekend to clear streets, our Police and Fire first responders for their work in keeping everybody safe, our entire city team for their dedication, and all of our residents for their patience and cooperation during this major winter storm.

We’re still not done working. Please be extremely careful on icy streets and sidewalks.

The Ocean City Community Center (Free Public Library, Aquatic & Fitness Center, Senior Center, Arts Center, Historical Museum) and the Ocean City Civic Center will reopen on a regular schedule tomorrow. The Ocean City School District will open tomorrow on a two-hour delay. Trash and recycling pickup will resume with all scheduled routes pushed back by one day.

Once again, I want to ask everyone to take precautions to avoid frozen pipes and to check on neighbors, who may not be in town. The forecast calls for extremely cold temperatures for the entire week.

Thank you all again for looking after each other in our community during times like these.  

Warm regards,

Jay A. Gillian
Mayor 

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Welcome to The City of Ocean City, New Jersey!

Ocean City is a town rich in history and a deep sense of community. Families have been vacationing in Ocean City for generations and many have made Ocean City their year-round home.

Our residents enjoy award-winning schools, world-class recreation facilities and outstanding municipal services from all city departments, including Police, Fire and Rescue, and Beach Patrol. Residents participate in activities for every age and interest including the cultural arts, music and theater as well as sports and recreation programs available at our many parks, playgrounds and city facilities. One of our local treasures is the Ocean City Community Center at 1735 Simpson Avenue, where families and individuals can enjoy the Ocean City Free Public Library, Ocean City Arts Center, Ocean City Historical Museum, Ocean City Aquatic and Fitness Center, and the Howard S. Stainton Senior Center under one roof.

The city also maintains and operates a municipal airport, 12-hole golf course, Aquatic and Fitness Center as well as the famed Ocean City Pops Orchestra.

Ocean City is also host to more than 200 family-friendly special events held year-round. Many of our events are popular family traditions, including the Night in Venice Boat Parade in July, the Baby Parade in August, our mile-long block parties in May and October, and our family-friendly First Night New Year’s Eve Celebration.

If you are vacationing in Ocean City, I know you’ll enjoy our seven miles of beautiful beaches and exciting Boardwalk lined with shops, restaurants and amusements. And be sure to visit our unique and charming downtown shops and restaurants located in the heart of town on Asbury Avenue.

I am truly proud to serve as mayor for this great community and hope you and your family enjoy your time in America’s Greatest Family Resort.

Jay Gillian, Mayor

Phone: 609-525-9333
Email: mayor@ocnj.us