Bond ORDINANCE 2025

At our July 16 City Council meeting, we introduced two bond ordinances that, if approved, will invest more than $27 million into improving Brigantine’s infrastructure and upgrading our essential utility systems. 

These proposals continue our ongoing commitment to long-term capital improvement and build on several years of steady investment in our community.

The first ordinance, totaling $17.3 million, will fund a wide range of capital improvement projects throughout the Island. The second ordinance, for $10.1 million, will go toward necessary repairs and upgrades to our water and sewer utility systems, including work to comply with new state mandates.

Capital Improvement Projects

The capital improvements will enhance public safety, accessibility, and quality of life. Planned work includes:

• Repaving and reconstruction of roads throughout the City
   
• Upgrades to public buildings and City-owned bulkheads
   
• Reconstruction of the Ross Drive boardwalk
   
• Completion of the new clubhouse and irrigation system at Brigantine Links Golf Course
   
• Drainage improvements to address flooding issues
   
• Repair and replacement of HVAC systems in public buildings
   
• Repairs and upgrades to flood gates at outfall pipes
   
• Repainting of bike lane striping around the Island
   
• Final stage of improvements to the public boat ramp
   
• Dredging of golf course ponds to improve drainage
   
• Repairs to the Marine Mammal Stranding Center building and bulkhead
   
• Repair and replacement of various sidewalks around the Island
   

These projects are long-term investments in Brigantine’s future.  We are focused on strengthening our infrastructure while continuing to improve safety, sustainability, and services for our residents.

Utility System Upgrades

Our water and sewer systems are essential to daily life, but many components are aging and increasingly vulnerable to failure. The second ordinance will support:

• Replacement of the well on 14th Street, which is nearing the end of its useful life
   
• Rehabilitation of the South End Sewer Pump Station
   
• Continued replacement of water meters and transmitters
   
• Replacement of deteriorating sewer lines, many of which date back to the original system
   
• Initial funding to begin construction phases for replacing galvanized water service lines, as required by new State regulations
   

By making smart, timely upgrades to our water and sewer systems, we’re ensuring reliable service for residents, meeting state standards, and protecting an essential public asset.  This work is about building a stronger, more resilient City for the next generation.

Next Steps

A public hearing and final vote on both bond ordinances will take place at the August 20 City Council meeting.