Longport’s Beach Terrace Park groundbreaking.
More than just the beginning of a construction project, but a renewed use of Longport’s historic beachfront space, transforming a long-unused lot into a vibrant public amenity rooted in community spirit and volunteer effort.
Longport resident and Beach Terrace Park secretary Phil Neri introduced this exciting community project. See video.
The project is located on a 1,600-square-foot beachfront lot between the 1500 and 1600 blocks of Beach Terrace in Longport, NJ.
Historically, this site was home to a boardwalk built in 1919, which was destroyed by a hurricane in 1944. Since then, the land remained vacant—until now.
Mayor Patrick Armstrong and his fellow commissioners immediately expressed their support, recognizing the potential of the project to enhance the town’s aesthetic and community value.
The Beach Terrace Park project is funded entirely through private donations. Thanks to early contributions, the organization has already been able to hire a landscaper and is preparing to order essential materials such as fencing, walkway pavers, and an irrigation system.
Residents of Longport have been generous. So far, $100,000 of the $175,000 needed has been raised.
The goal is to complete and open the park in time for the July 4th weekend in 2026.
Fundraising efforts continue, and community members are encouraged to make tax-deductible donations through the official website: beachterracepark.com.
The vision for the park includes a peaceful, landscaped space with native plantings, a meandering walkway, benches, a small Zen garden, and low accent lighting. A four-foot slatted vinyl fence will provide a boundary without obstructing beach views.
Designed with aesthetics and community enjoyment in mind, the park will serve as a tranquil spot for both residents and visitors.
