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''See also: other Margates''
'Margate City' is a city in Atlantic County, New Jersey. As of the United States 2000 Census, the city population was 8,193.
Margate City was originally incorporated as a 'South Atlantic City borough' by an Act of the New Jersey Legislature on September 7, 1885, from portions of Egg Harbor Township, based on the results of a referendum held on August 1, 1885. 'South Atlantic City' was reincorporated as a city on April 23, 1897, replacing the Borough of South Atlantic City. Margate City was incorporated on April 20, 1909, replacing the City of South Atlantic City."The Story of New Jersey's Civil Boundaries: 1606-1968", John P. Snyder, Bureau of Geology and Topography; Trenton, New Jersey; 1969. p. 70.
Margate City is located on Absecon Island, along with Atlantic City, Ventnor, and Longport, and stretches approximately eight blocks from the Atlantic Ocean to the bay at most points in town. Margate is a popular Jersey Shore destination, especially during the summer. Margate City is the home of Lucy the Elephant, a large wooden elephant 65 ft (19.7 m) tall. Marven Gardens, of ''Monopoly'' board game fame, is also located there.
Margate City is located at (39.329416 , -74.506613).
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.1 km² (1.6 mi²). 3.7 km² (1.4 mi²) of it is land and 0.5 km² (0.2 mi²) of it (11.39%) is water.
As of the census of 2000, there were 8,193 people, 3,984 households, and 2,302 families residing in the city. The population density was 2, 243.5/km² (5,825.4/mi²). There were 7,006 housing units at an average density of 1,918.5/km² (4,981.4/mi²). The racial makeup of the city was 95.73% White, 0.87% African American, 0.02% Native American, 1.56% Asian, 0.07% Pacific Islander, 0.92% from other races, and 0.83% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.71% of the population.
There were 3,984 households out of which 16.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.9% were married couples living together, 8.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.2% were non-families. 36.1% of all households were made up of individuals and 17.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.06 and the average family size was 2.67.
In the city the population was spread out with 15.4% under the age of 18, 4.5% from 18 to 24, 23.4% from 25 to 44, 27.9% from 45 to 64, and 28.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 50 years. For every 100 females there were 89.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.6 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $45,876, and the median income for a family was $63,917. Males had a median income of $48,152 versus $31,025 for females. The per capita income for the city was $33,566. About 7.0% of families and 7.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.6% of those under age 18 and 5.4% of those age 65 or over.
Margate City has operated under the Walsh Act commission form of city government since 1911.[1] There are three commission seats, which are elected during a non-partisan at-large election. Each commission seat is for a four-year concurrent term. The Mayor is then selected from among the three elected Commissioners by a vote between them and assigned to the office by resolution.
Members of the Margate City Commission are:[2]Margate City Government Overview, Margate City. Accessed August 3, 2007.
★ 'Michael Becker' - Mayor and Commissioner of Revenue and Finance
★ 'Maurice "Maury" Blumberg' - Commissioner of Public Affairs and Public Safety
★ 'Daniel Campbell' - Commissioner of Public Works, Parks and Public Property
Margate City is in the Second Congressional District and is part of New Jersey's 2nd Legislative District.[3]
For Kindergarten through eighth grade, public school students attend the Margate City Schools, together with students from Longport Borough, who attend as part of a sending/receiving relationship. Schools in the district (with 2004-05 enrollment data from the National Center for Education Statistics) are Union Avenue Elementary School with 186 students in grades K - 2, William H. Ross III Intermediate with 206 students in grades 3 - 5 and Eugene A. Tighe Middle School with about 180 students in grades 6 - 8. Eugene A. Tighe Middle School provides many programs including Project Challenge for advanced students and Special Services for disabled kids.
Public school students in grades 9-12, along with those from Brigantine, Longport and Ventnor City, attend Atlantic City High School in neighboring Atlantic City, as part of a sending/receiving relationship with the Atlantic City School District.[4]
Blessed Sacrament Regional School is a Catholic school serving students in grades pre-k through 8, located on Jerome Avenue, in connection with the Blessed Sacrament Church. Those who wish to attend private, catholic high school choose Holy Spirit High School, located in Absecon.
Along with other spots on the Jersey Shore, Margate becomes a popular destination in the summer months. Many houses in Margate are second homes used during the Summer, but a considerable number are owned by year-round residents. Most people who vacation in Margate own their 'shore house', and will come down on nearly all summer weekends. They will also usually take a few full weeks at the shore, and several visits in the winter months. Unlike in other places, such as Cape May or Ocean City, where many visitors spend a few nights in a hotel, Margate has no hotel, so most of the people who choose this town are regulars. Margate does not have the feel of a tourist destination. Also unlike other area towns such as Ocean City and the municipalities on Long Beach Island, weekly house/condominium rentals are almost non-existent in Margate. Municipal codes require a new Certificate of Occupancy every time a new party takes up "residence," thus making weekly rentals difficult and almost non-viable.
Margate beaches are narrower than beaches at many other places at the Jersey Shore. There are few dunes, and most beachfront houses are right against the bulkhead with nothing between them and the ocean. In summer months, beaches are more crowded than places such as Avalon and Long Beach Island, but much less crowded than more touristy locations such as Ocean City.
Margate City Beach Patrol operates lifeguard stands and beach patrol operations for the Margate beaches. Lifeguards are on duty during summer months from 10 am to 6 pm, with more limited hours in the late Spring and early Autumn months.
There are two small commercial areas in Margate. One is in the northern end of the city, and the other is located in the south. Both contain clothing stores, ice cream shops, and restaurants.
Notable current and former residents of Margate City include;
★ Tim Cavanaugh (1967-), a ''Los Angeles Times'' editor, is a Margate native and was an MCBP lifeguard.
★ Walter S. Jeffries (1893-1954), represented New Jersey's 2nd congressional district from 1939-1941, and was mayor of Margate City from 1931-1935.[5]
★ Thomas C. McGrath, Jr. (1927-1994), represented New Jersey's 2nd congressional district in the United States House of Representatives from 1965-1967.[6]
1. The Commission Form of Municipal Government, p. 53. Accessed August 11, 2007.
2. DeAngelis, Martin. Mike Becker becomes new mayor of Margate", ''Press of Atlantic City'', May 15, 2007. Accessed May 16, 2007.
3. 2006 New Jersey Citizen's Guide to Government, New Jersey League of Women Voters, p. 60. Accessed August 30, 2006.
4. Atlantic City High School 2006 Report Card, New Jersey Department of Education. Accessed June 14, 2007. "Atlantic City High School is a unique, comprehensive state-of-the-art facility that serves a diverse student population from Atlantic City, Brigantine, Longport, Margate and Ventnor."
5. Walter Sooy Jeffries biography, United States Congress. Accessed August 3, 2007.
6. Thomas Charles McGrath, Jr. biography, United States Congress. Accessed June 18, 2007.
★ Margate City official website
★ Official site for Lucy the Elephant
★ Margate City Schools
★
★ National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) data for the Margate City Schools
★ Atlantic City High School
★ Margate City Public Library
Map of Margate City in Atlantic County
'Margate City' is a city in Atlantic County, New Jersey. As of the United States 2000 Census, the city population was 8,193.
Margate City was originally incorporated as a 'South Atlantic City borough' by an Act of the New Jersey Legislature on September 7, 1885, from portions of Egg Harbor Township, based on the results of a referendum held on August 1, 1885. 'South Atlantic City' was reincorporated as a city on April 23, 1897, replacing the Borough of South Atlantic City. Margate City was incorporated on April 20, 1909, replacing the City of South Atlantic City."The Story of New Jersey's Civil Boundaries: 1606-1968", John P. Snyder, Bureau of Geology and Topography; Trenton, New Jersey; 1969. p. 70.
Margate City is located on Absecon Island, along with Atlantic City, Ventnor, and Longport, and stretches approximately eight blocks from the Atlantic Ocean to the bay at most points in town. Margate is a popular Jersey Shore destination, especially during the summer. Margate City is the home of Lucy the Elephant, a large wooden elephant 65 ft (19.7 m) tall. Marven Gardens, of ''Monopoly'' board game fame, is also located there.
| Contents |
| Geography |
| Demographics |
| Government |
| Local government |
| Federal, state and county representation |
| Education |
| Summers |
| Residency |
| Beaches |
| Retail |
| Notable residents |
| References |
| External links |
Geography
Margate City is located at (39.329416 , -74.506613).
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.1 km² (1.6 mi²). 3.7 km² (1.4 mi²) of it is land and 0.5 km² (0.2 mi²) of it (11.39%) is water.
Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 8,193 people, 3,984 households, and 2,302 families residing in the city. The population density was 2, 243.5/km² (5,825.4/mi²). There were 7,006 housing units at an average density of 1,918.5/km² (4,981.4/mi²). The racial makeup of the city was 95.73% White, 0.87% African American, 0.02% Native American, 1.56% Asian, 0.07% Pacific Islander, 0.92% from other races, and 0.83% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.71% of the population.
There were 3,984 households out of which 16.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.9% were married couples living together, 8.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.2% were non-families. 36.1% of all households were made up of individuals and 17.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.06 and the average family size was 2.67.
In the city the population was spread out with 15.4% under the age of 18, 4.5% from 18 to 24, 23.4% from 25 to 44, 27.9% from 45 to 64, and 28.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 50 years. For every 100 females there were 89.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.6 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $45,876, and the median income for a family was $63,917. Males had a median income of $48,152 versus $31,025 for females. The per capita income for the city was $33,566. About 7.0% of families and 7.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.6% of those under age 18 and 5.4% of those age 65 or over.
Government
Local government
Margate City has operated under the Walsh Act commission form of city government since 1911.[1] There are three commission seats, which are elected during a non-partisan at-large election. Each commission seat is for a four-year concurrent term. The Mayor is then selected from among the three elected Commissioners by a vote between them and assigned to the office by resolution.
Members of the Margate City Commission are:[2]Margate City Government Overview, Margate City. Accessed August 3, 2007.
★ 'Michael Becker' - Mayor and Commissioner of Revenue and Finance
★ 'Maurice "Maury" Blumberg' - Commissioner of Public Affairs and Public Safety
★ 'Daniel Campbell' - Commissioner of Public Works, Parks and Public Property
Federal, state and county representation
Margate City is in the Second Congressional District and is part of New Jersey's 2nd Legislative District.[3]
Education
For Kindergarten through eighth grade, public school students attend the Margate City Schools, together with students from Longport Borough, who attend as part of a sending/receiving relationship. Schools in the district (with 2004-05 enrollment data from the National Center for Education Statistics) are Union Avenue Elementary School with 186 students in grades K - 2, William H. Ross III Intermediate with 206 students in grades 3 - 5 and Eugene A. Tighe Middle School with about 180 students in grades 6 - 8. Eugene A. Tighe Middle School provides many programs including Project Challenge for advanced students and Special Services for disabled kids.
Public school students in grades 9-12, along with those from Brigantine, Longport and Ventnor City, attend Atlantic City High School in neighboring Atlantic City, as part of a sending/receiving relationship with the Atlantic City School District.[4]
Blessed Sacrament Regional School is a Catholic school serving students in grades pre-k through 8, located on Jerome Avenue, in connection with the Blessed Sacrament Church. Those who wish to attend private, catholic high school choose Holy Spirit High School, located in Absecon.
Summers
Residency
Along with other spots on the Jersey Shore, Margate becomes a popular destination in the summer months. Many houses in Margate are second homes used during the Summer, but a considerable number are owned by year-round residents. Most people who vacation in Margate own their 'shore house', and will come down on nearly all summer weekends. They will also usually take a few full weeks at the shore, and several visits in the winter months. Unlike in other places, such as Cape May or Ocean City, where many visitors spend a few nights in a hotel, Margate has no hotel, so most of the people who choose this town are regulars. Margate does not have the feel of a tourist destination. Also unlike other area towns such as Ocean City and the municipalities on Long Beach Island, weekly house/condominium rentals are almost non-existent in Margate. Municipal codes require a new Certificate of Occupancy every time a new party takes up "residence," thus making weekly rentals difficult and almost non-viable.
Beaches
Margate beaches are narrower than beaches at many other places at the Jersey Shore. There are few dunes, and most beachfront houses are right against the bulkhead with nothing between them and the ocean. In summer months, beaches are more crowded than places such as Avalon and Long Beach Island, but much less crowded than more touristy locations such as Ocean City.
Margate City Beach Patrol operates lifeguard stands and beach patrol operations for the Margate beaches. Lifeguards are on duty during summer months from 10 am to 6 pm, with more limited hours in the late Spring and early Autumn months.
Retail
There are two small commercial areas in Margate. One is in the northern end of the city, and the other is located in the south. Both contain clothing stores, ice cream shops, and restaurants.
Notable residents
Notable current and former residents of Margate City include;
★ Tim Cavanaugh (1967-), a ''Los Angeles Times'' editor, is a Margate native and was an MCBP lifeguard.
★ Walter S. Jeffries (1893-1954), represented New Jersey's 2nd congressional district from 1939-1941, and was mayor of Margate City from 1931-1935.[5]
★ Thomas C. McGrath, Jr. (1927-1994), represented New Jersey's 2nd congressional district in the United States House of Representatives from 1965-1967.[6]
References
1. The Commission Form of Municipal Government, p. 53. Accessed August 11, 2007.
2. DeAngelis, Martin. Mike Becker becomes new mayor of Margate", ''Press of Atlantic City'', May 15, 2007. Accessed May 16, 2007.
3. 2006 New Jersey Citizen's Guide to Government, New Jersey League of Women Voters, p. 60. Accessed August 30, 2006.
4. Atlantic City High School 2006 Report Card, New Jersey Department of Education. Accessed June 14, 2007. "Atlantic City High School is a unique, comprehensive state-of-the-art facility that serves a diverse student population from Atlantic City, Brigantine, Longport, Margate and Ventnor."
5. Walter Sooy Jeffries biography, United States Congress. Accessed August 3, 2007.
6. Thomas Charles McGrath, Jr. biography, United States Congress. Accessed June 18, 2007.
External links
★ Margate City official website
★ Official site for Lucy the Elephant
★ Margate City Schools
★
★ National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) data for the Margate City Schools
★ Atlantic City High School
★ Margate City Public Library
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