Surf City: Rebuilding Since Sandy for a Strong Summer, 2013

Although some repairs - including a planned beach replenishment project - are slated throughout Surf City this summer following, town officials note that the beaches will be open on schedule. 

Chief Financial Officer Dave Pawlishak told Patch that although the Army Corps of Engineers' planned beach replenishment project is slated for sometime this summer, he said it is not expected to disrupt all beach operations at the time of the work.

"It will be done a block or two at a time, so the beach will not be shut down during the project," Pawlishak said.

Billed as one of the Jersey Shore's most family-friendly destinations, the 25-block-long town on Long Beach Island boasts ocean and bay beaches and noted restaurants, most of which are working round-the-clock to be back in full swing by Memorial Day.

Beach badges: $25 seasonal, when purchased before May 31; after that it's $35 for a seasonal badge. Weekly badge is $17 and daily badge $6. Children younger than 12 and seniors 65 and older are free. Badges can be purchased at the town hall, 813 Long Beach Boulevard from 9 to 4:30 p.m. During the season, badge checkers will also sell badges on the beach.

Lifeguard hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 15 to Labor Day.

Parking: Available on side streets.

Bathrooms: In borough hall.

Food and drink: Picnicking is not allowed, but, according to the borough clerk's office, it's OK to bring a six-pack of a nonalcoholic beverage and a light snack.

For more information, call (609) 494-3064.