Boardwalk rehabilitation project update

PRESS RELEASE

WILDWOOD - This winter, Wildwood's historic and famed Boardwalk is once again undergoing a transformation with three distinct rehabilitation projects - aka Phases III, IV and V. This marks a significant step towards enhancing the iconic Boardwalk experience for residents and visitors alike.

Cedar Avenue Boardwalk extension reconstruction

The Cedar Avenue portion takes center stage with a complete replacement, featuring a brand new timber-framed boardwalk. The timber piles and framing are now complete, with the decking currently in the installation phase. Cedar Avenue renovations will also include new signage parallel to the gateway. The city is working to secure new lighting from Schellenger to Cedar Avenues on the Boardwalk.

Oak to Schellenger Aves repairs

The stretch from Oak to Schellenger Avenues is in the final stages, with 90 percent of the deteriorated timber framing repairs completed. The remaining section is awaiting delivery of materials, which are expected on-site within the next week.

Schellenger Ave to Spicer Ave rehabilitation 

For the Schellenger Ave to Spicer Ave portion, rehabilitation includes extensive work on the existing concrete substructure, featuring concrete repairs and a fresh protective coating. A completely new timber-framed superstructure and decking are also part of this revitalization effort.

Progress across all three areas is on track, with construction scheduled for completion at the beginning of May. This extends the recently completed Boardwalk renovations from 26th Ave down to Spicer Ave. 

Future phases are currently in the planning stage.

Street end improvements and ADA access ramps

The city has also awarded a contract for street end improvements and ADA access ramps at Spicer and Maple Avenues. This comprehensive project includes beautification and functional upgrades to existing ramps and street ends.

Expect new sidewalks, landscape gardens, benches, bike racks, pedestrian access tunnels under the Boardwalk and ADA access ramps on the ocean side of the Boardwalk. The project recently began and is expected to conclude in June.

Governor Phil Murphy has played a pivotal role in the reconstruction of the Boardwalk over the past three years; earlier this year, he signed New Jersey's $100 million Boardwalk Preservation Fund into law.

As of today, the State of New Jersey has contributed $12 million ($4 million in the State Budget for FY 2022, FY 2023 and FY 2024). The U.S. Economic Development Administration granted $3.2 million. The City of Wildwood has matched up to $5, 950,000.00.

The primary boardwalk work is being down by Fred. M. Schiavone Construction, who has completed phases of the construction in prior years.

About Wildwood

Wildwood is a vacation resort situated on a five-mile barrier island in Cape May County, New Jersey. It is best known for its wide, sandy beaches, historic Sightseer Tram Bar - "Watch the Tram Car, Please!" - and its almost two-mile Boardwalk. Neighboring Wildwood Crest, West Wildwood, North Wildwood and near to Diamond Beach, the year-round population hovers around 5,157. Summer crowds swell to 250,000 with annual visitation in the millions. Originally incorporated in 1912, Wildwood's rich history includes early inhabitation from the Lenni Lenape Indians, to begin center stage in the 1950's burgeoning music scene, and to the recent redevelopment of historic Pacific Avenue and the Back Bay.