Jersey Shore Towns Warn: Behave or Stay Home for Memorial Day Weekend

Ocean City, NJ – As Memorial Day Weekend approaches, officials in Ocean City and Sea Isle City are preparing for the busy summer season, with an important message for visitors and residents alike: behave or stay home. Both towns have dealt with issues related to disorderly conduct, particularly among juveniles, in past years. This year, police departments in both communities will be fully staffed with full-time and seasonal officers, ensuring zero tolerance for any disturbances or illegal behavior. Mayors Leonard C. Desiderio of Sea Isle City and Jay A. Gillian of Ocean City are urging parents to be aware of their teens’ whereabouts and actions. Both mayors emphasized that anyone breaking the law will be held accountable, regardless of age. The message is clear: Memorial Day Weekend should be a time for fun and relaxation, and officials are committed to making sure everyone enjoys a safe and trouble-free start to the summer season.