As we approach the end of another year, we reflect on some of the things we were able accomplish together in 2023. Notable among these was the replacement of half the fence at Price’s Bend. As part of this effort, we were pleased to be able to add security cameras and WIFI for residents as well. After that we turned our attention to Valley Grove where we added electric so we could begin to hold events there. And we did – bringing live music to Valley Grove at last with our Endless Summer concert.

Per usual, many great 2023 accomplishments were spearheaded by individual POENB members as well. If you’re struck behind a PSEG road crew trying to get on or off the neck, thank John and Christine Ballow. No really, thank them… because the short delay you may experience means that PSEG road crews are out burying lines so that we all have fewer power “blips” and outages. Getting the utility to act took a huge amount of their time and dedication. So too did the efforts being made at the decaying Bevin seawall.

Once again, the Ballows and a board of volunteers formed a coalition of homeowner groups and beach associations impacted by the wall’s failure, including the POENB. Harnessing strength in numbers, they got everyone to the table and pressed our political leadership to “do something”. Now they have finally begun.

The incoming board is excited to accomplish even more in 2024. We remind all that we cannot make these improvements without membership support, so please stay active or consider joining. This year’s membership officially ends on March 31 st but we’ll be sending out info on 2024 renewals starting in February.

We wish everyone a joyful and healthy holiday and a very Happy New Year!

Sincerely,
Your POENB Board