72-601: The Cape May Historic District is an area of 380 acres (1.5 km) with over 600 buildings in the resort town of Cape May , Cape May County , New Jersey . The city claims to be America's first seaside resort and has numerous buildings in the Late Victorian style , including the Eclectic, Stick , and Shingle styles , as well as the later Bungalow style, many with gingerbread trim . According to National Park Service architectural historian Carolyn Pitts, "Cape May has one of
144-571: A non-partisan basis in the May municipal elections to serve concurrent four-year terms of office. As of 2024 , the Mayor of Long Branch is John Pallone. Members of the City Council are Glen Rassas, Bill Dangler, Mario Vieria, Anita Voogt and Rose Widdis. The mayor and city council members serve concurrent terms of office ending on June 30, 2026. Long Branch is located in the 6th Congressional District and
216-607: A 60-mile (97 km) chase which ended in his suicide. Long Branch's public schools are operated by the Long Branch Public Schools , serving children in pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade . The district is one of 31 former Abbott districts statewide that were established pursuant to the decision by the New Jersey Supreme Court in Abbott v. Burke which are now referred to as "SDA Districts" based on
288-462: A cooling afternoon sea breeze in Long Branch, episodes of heat and high humidity can occur with heat index values above 104 °F (40 °C). Since 1981, the highest air temperature was 100.6 °F (38.1 °C) on August 9, 2001, and the highest daily average mean dew point was 77.7 °F (25.4 °C) on August 13, 2016, and July 19, 2019. July is the peak in thunderstorm activity and
360-515: A countywide basis are Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon (R, 2025; Ocean Township ), Sheriff Shaun Golden (R, 2025; Howell Township ) and Surrogate Rosemarie D. Peters (R, 2026; Middletown Township ). As of March 2011, there were a total of 13,442 registered voters in Long Branch, of which 4,293 (31.9%) were registered as Democrats , 1,783 (13.3%) were registered as Republicans and 7,358 (54.7%) were registered as Unaffiliated . There were 8 voters registered as Libertarians or Greens . In
432-444: A female householder with no husband present and 41.5% were non-families. Of all households, 31.0% were made up of individuals and 9.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.23. 21.7% of the population were under the age of 18, 12.2% from 18 to 24, 31.1% from 25 to 44, 23.8% from 45 to 64, and 11.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age
504-472: A female householder with no husband present, and 42.4% were non-families. 34.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.47 and the average family size was 3.19. In the city the population was spread out, with 23.8% under the age of 18, 10.2% from 18 to 24, 32.4% from 25 to 44, 20.8% from 45 to 64, and 12.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age
576-656: A few miles north of Cape May Point before returning to the Atlantic Ocean. Cornelius Mey explored the area further in 1621 for the Dutch West India Company and by May, 1630 Samuel Godyn and Samuel Blommaert bought land for the Dutch from Native Americans covering the southern four miles of the Cape. In 1632 the Dutch established a fishing and whaling settlement in the area, but by 1638 colonists from New England had moved in. By
648-517: A high school degree, and 30% reported jobs that were related to tourism. The results are as follows: Perceived impact on select economic impact items (Antalya) More recently, resort towns have come under greater scrutiny by local communities. Instances where resort towns are poorly managed have adverse effects on the local economy. One example is the uneven distribution of income and land ownership between local residents and businesses. During tourist season, increased demand for accommodation may raise
720-502: A resort town with a few hotels and large estates and many farms in the early 20th century, Long Branch grew in population. Italian, Irish and Jewish immigrants settled in during this period. During the 1930s, the city used government policies to enforce racial segregation against Blacks at local beaches, assigning all black applicants for beach passes to a single, segregated beach. By the 1950s, Long Branch like many other towns had developed new residential spots and housing to make room for
792-509: A small amount of local year-round residents. In addition, resort towns are often popular with wealthy retirees and people wishing to purchase vacation homes , which typically drives up property values and the cost of living in the region. Sometimes, resort towns can become boomtowns due to the quick development of retirement and vacation-based residences. However, most of the employment available in resort towns are typically low paying and it can be difficult for workers to afford to live
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#1732859098106864-672: A staggered basis, with either one or two seats up for election each year as part of the November general election. At an annual reorganization meeting held in the beginning of January, the board selects one of its members to serve as director and another as deputy director. As of 2024 , Monmouth County's Commissioners are Director Thomas A. Arnone ( R , Neptune City , 2025), Susan M. Kiley (R, Hazlet Township , 2024), Erik Anderson (R, Shrewsbury , 2026), Nick DiRocco (R, Wall Township , 2025), and Deputy Director Ross F. Licitra (R, Marlboro Township , 2026). Constitutional officers elected on
936-439: A turnout of 33.1%. In the 2009 gubernatorial election , Democrat Jon Corzine received 48.1% of the vote (2,714 ballots cast), ahead of Republican Chris Christie with 44.7% (2,523 votes), Independent Chris Daggett with 5.7% (320 votes) and other candidates with 0.9% (48 votes), among the 5,645 ballots cast by the city's 13,812 registered voters, yielding a 40.9% turnout. The Long Branch Department of Public Safety consists of
1008-398: Is 18 to 24 inches (46 to 61 cm) and the average snowiest month is February which corresponds with the annual peak in nor'easter activity. According to the A. W. Kuchler U.S. potential natural vegetation types, Long Branch would have a dominant vegetation type of Appalachian oak ( 104 ) with a dominant vegetation form of Eastern Hardwood Forest ( 25 ). The plant hardiness zone
1080-429: Is 7a with an average annual extreme minimum air temperature of 3.9 °F (−15.6 °C). The average date of first spring leaf-out is March 23 and fall color typically peaks in early-November. Portions of the city are part of a joint Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) with Asbury Park , one of 32 zones covering 37 municipalities statewide. The city was selected in 1994 as one of a group of 10 zones added to participate in
1152-620: Is a private K–8 school, with class size limited to 16 students. Declining attendance led the Roman Catholic Diocese of Trenton to close the K–8 Holy Trinity School in June 2006. WRLB "Radio Long Branch" signed-on June 1, 1960, at 107.1 FM. Since December 1996 the call letters have been WWZY . As of 2010, the city had a total of 89.49 miles (144.02 km) of roadways, of which 80.10 miles (128.91 km) were maintained by
1224-516: Is part of New Jersey's 11th state legislative district. For the 118th United States Congress , New Jersey's 6th congressional district is represented by Frank Pallone ( D , Long Branch ). New Jersey is represented in the United States Senate by Democrats Cory Booker ( Newark , term ends 2027) and George Helmy ( Mountain Lakes , term ends 2024). For the 2024-2025 session ,
1296-485: Is the only structure left in Long Branch associated with them. President Grant and his family summered at their beachfront cottage in Long Branch the first year of his presidency in 1869 and for most of the rest of Grant's life. During this time, Long Branch came to be called the "summer capital". President James A. Garfield was brought to Long Branch in the hope that the fresh air and quiet might aid his recovery after being shot on July 2, 1881, an incident that left
1368-475: Is the primary component of the local culture and economy . A typical resort town has one or more actual resorts in the surrounding area. Sometimes the term resort town is used simply for a locale popular among tourists. One task force in British Columbia used the definition of an incorporated or unincorporated contiguous area where the ratio of transient rooms, measured in bed units, is greater than 60% of
1440-649: The 11th legislative district of the New Jersey Legislature is represented in the New Jersey Senate by Vin Gopal ( D , Long Branch ) and in the General Assembly by Margie Donlon (D, Ocean Township ) and Luanne Peterpaul (D, Long Branch ). Monmouth County is governed by a Board of County Commissioners composed of five members who are elected at-large to serve three-year terms of office on
1512-587: The 2010 census count of 30,719, which in turn reflected a decline of 621 (−2.0%) from the 31,340 counted in the 2000 census . As of the 2020 census, it was the 6th-most-populous municipality in Monmouth County and had the 74th-highest population of any municipality in New Jersey. Long Branch was formed on April 11, 1867, as the Long Branch Commission , from portions of Ocean Township . Long Branch
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#17328590981061584-401: The 2012 presidential election , Democrat Barack Obama received 64.5% of the vote (5,421 cast), ahead of Republican Mitt Romney with 34.5% (2,897 votes), and other candidates with 1.0% (81 votes), among the 8,470 ballots cast by the city's 14,289 registered voters (71 ballots were spoiled ), for a turnout of 59.3%. In the 2008 presidential election , Democrat Barack Obama received 61.2% of
1656-693: The Architect of the Capitol , designed an addition to the Columbia Hotel. The Mount Vernon Hotel, which was designed to be the largest hotel in the world burned down in 1856, however, before its completion. Competition from Atlantic City appeared in 1854 with the construction of the Camden and Atlantic Railroad . Cape May was not connected to Philadelphia by rail until the completion of the Cape May & Millville Railroad in
1728-585: The Gilded Age , including Chester A. Arthur , James A. Garfield , Ulysses S. Grant , Benjamin Harrison , Rutherford B. Hayes , William McKinley , and Woodrow Wilson , along with President Donald Trump in the modern era. Seven Presidents Park , a park near the beach, is named in honor of the visits of the first seven of these presidents. The Church of the Presidents , where these same seven presidents worshiped,
1800-625: The poverty line , including 23.3% of those under age 18 and 13.3% of those age 65 or over. Long Branch is governed under the Mayor-Council (Plan A) form of municipal government under the Faulkner Act , enacted by direct petition as of July 1, 1966. The city is one of 71 of New Jersey's 564 municipalities that use this form of government. The governing body is comprised of the Mayor and the five-member City Council, whose members are elected at-large on
1872-511: The sea bathing is convenient and excellent, the beach affords pleasant drives and there is excellent fishing in adjacent waters. Early visitors included Henry Clay in 1847, and possibly Abraham Lincoln in 1849. Serving Presidents who visited included Franklin Pierce (1855), James Buchanan (1858), Ulysses Grant (1873), Chester Arthur (1883), and Benjamin Harrison (1889). Harrison made Congress Hall his Summer White House . From
1944-496: The 1660s the English gained control and Daniel Coxe, a London Quaker, organized a government in 1687. Early settlers worked in the lumber, shipbuilding, whaling, fishing and shellfish industries. A road along the coast built in 1796 helped establish the hamlet of Cape May. The early emergence of Cape May as a summer resort was due to easy transport by water from Philadelphia to the Atlantic Ocean. Early Cape May vacationers were carried to
2016-420: The 1850s through the 1880s up to 3,000 visitors arrived each day during the summer season. Newport, Rhode Island , Saratoga Springs, New York and Long Branch, New Jersey were the town's main rivals in the summer resort business, as Cape May's reputation rose and fell with the whims of fashion. During the 1850s summer cottages were first built and the construction of large hotels continued. Thomas U. Walter ,
2088-483: The 1960s caused riots in neighboring Asbury Park , and many fled the shore cities for the suburban towns west of the beach. Decades later, the older, more dilapidated parts of the resort town were condemned and redeveloped, in part by using eminent domain legislation. Long Branch continues to be a popular resort area. Many people from New York City travel or settle into the area to escape the crowded city and enjoy Long Branch's beaches. On October 29, 2012, Long Branch
2160-409: The 9,870 ballots cast by the city's 14,563 registered voters, for a turnout percentage of 67.8. In the 2013 gubernatorial election , Republican Chris Christie received 57.4% of the vote (2,621 cast), ahead of Democrat Barbara Buono with 41.1% (1,876 votes), and other candidates with 1.6% (71 votes), among the 4,677 ballots cast by the city's 14,129 registered voters (109 ballots were spoiled), for
2232-607: The Atlantic Hotel about this time. The predecessor of the Congress Hall Hotel was opened in 1816 by Thomas Hughes . It took its current name in 1828, when Hughes was elected to Congress. In 1830 a visitor wrote that Cape May Island is a noted and much frequented watering place, the season at which commences about the first of July and continues until the middle of August or the first of September. There are six boarding houses, three of which are very large;
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2304-515: The City Government and Thompson Design Group, who created the Master Plan for the city. This complex is planned to offer retail shops, cafes, bars, restaurants and two performing arts theaters as well as 500 new residences sitting atop a 1,500 car parking garage. It will be designed by the architectural firms of Hellmuth, Obata and Kassabaum (HOK). In June 2013, the city approved designation of
2376-580: The George Allen House are believed to have been taken from a pattern book by Samuel Sloan . Architect Frank Furness is believed to have designed the Emlen Physick Estate , but may have otherwise visited Cape May only as a vacationer. Otherwise most of the buildings were built and designed by local builders in the vernacular style, borrowing from older buildings, pattern books and fashionable architects alike. Several fires destroyed portions of
2448-660: The Long Branch Police Department (LBPD), the Long Branch Fire Department, and the Office of Emergency Management. The LBPD did not have a police chief between 1970 and 2017, with the Director of Public Safety being directly responsible for the department. On November 20, 1997, LBPD Detective Sergeant Patrick A. King was killed by gunshot while ordering at a Chinese restaurant. The killer led law enforcement on
2520-669: The Monmouth County communities of Deal , Monmouth Beach , Ocean Township , Oceanport and West Long Branch . There are several distinct neighborhoods and areas in the City of Long Branch, each with its own character. Unincorporated communities , localities and place names located partially or completely within the city include Branchport , East Long Branch , Elberon (served as ZIP Code 07740), Hollywood, Kensington Park, North Long Branch , Pleasure Bay and West End . Other areas include North End (once known as "Atlanticville"), Beachfront North and South (including Pier Village , adjacent to
2592-471: The Ocean. Cape Island Creek, a tidal "creek" and marsh, originally divided the site of the city from the rest of Cape May, but its southern end has long been covered with landfill. The Cape May Canal , built in 1942, now divides both Cape May City and Cape May Point from the rest of the peninsula. Cape May was first discovered by Europeans by Henry Hudson on August 28, 1609. He landed on the shore of Delaware Bay
2664-509: The United States presidents who visited the fashionable resort town, including Ulysses S. Grant , Chester A. Arthur , Rutherford Hayes , Benjamin Harrison , William McKinley , Woodrow Wilson and James Garfield . Long Branch's fame as the Nation's First Seaside Resort waned in the years following World War II . The defining moment marking the end of this era occurred on June 8, 1987, when
2736-550: The area around its train station as a transit village , which can bring incentives for revitalization and denser development. There are several mid-rise buildings lining the oceanfront. In December 2013 another 12-story residential project was approved. The 2010 United States census counted 30,719 people, 11,753 households, and 6,876 families in the city. The population density was 5,824.4 per square mile (2,248.8/km ). There were 14,170 housing units at an average density of 2,686.7 per square mile (1,037.3/km ). The racial makeup
2808-408: The area in which they are employed. Many resort towns have spawned nearby bedroom communities where the majority of the resort workforce lives. Resorts towns sometimes struggle with problems regarding sustainable growth , due to the seasonal nature of the economy, the dependence on a single industry, and the difficulties in retaining a stable workforce. Local residents are generally receptive of
2880-597: The assassin's bullet lodged in his spine. He died here on September 19, 1881, at age 49. The Garfield Tea House , constructed from railroad ties that had been laid to carry Garfield's train, is in Elberon. The famous Long Branch Saloon of the American Old West , located in Dodge City, Kansas , was given its name by its first owner, William Harris, who had moved west from Long Branch, New Jersey, his hometown. Originally
2952-481: The average wettest month is August. Since 1981, the wettest calendar day was 5.82 inches (148 mm) on August 27, 2011. During the winter months, the average annual extreme minimum air temperature is 3.9 °F (−15.6 °C). Since 1981, the coldest air temperature was −5.9 °F (−21.1 °C) on January 22, 1984. Episodes of extreme cold and wind can occur with wind chill values below −6 °F (−21 °C). The average seasonal (November–April) snowfall total
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3024-515: The borough was $ 30,381 (+/− $ 2,212). About 11.5% of families and 14.5% of the population were below the poverty line , including 26.7% of those under age 18 and 9.6% of those age 65 or over. As of the 2000 United States census there were 31,340 people, 12,594 households, and 7,248 families residing in the city. The population density was 6,008.6 inhabitants per square mile (2,319.9/km ). There were 13,983 housing units at an average density of 2,680.9 per square mile (1,035.1/km ). The racial makeup of
3096-405: The city was 68.03% White , 18.66% African American , 0.36% Native American , 1.64% Asian , 0.05% Pacific Islander , 7.08% from other races, and 4.19% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 20.67% of the population. There were 12,594 households, out of which 27.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 36.9% were married couples living together, 15.9% had
3168-400: The development of early town-making. Many resort towns feature ambitious architecture, romanticizing their location, and dependence on cheap labor. If the resorts or tourist attractions are seasonal in nature (such as a ski resort ), resort towns typically experience an on-season where the town is bustling with tourists and workers, and an off-season where the town is populated only by
3240-497: The district. Architectural historians George E. Thomas and Carl Doebley list 100 significant buildings in their 1976 book Cape May, Queen of the Seaside Resorts: Its History and Architecture . Contributing properties in the district include the following. Construction dates may be approximate. T&D reference gives the reference number from George E. Thomas and Carl Doebley's book with Roman numerals indicating
3312-411: The eastern end of town. Having lost its transportation advantage with the coming of the railroad and the automobile, Cape May fell out of fashion as a popular resort. Atlantic City became the popular New Jersey beach resort in the 1920s and in the 1950s and 1960s the automobile-oriented Wildwoods , just north of Cape May, became a strong competitor, with its own distinctive architecture . The district
3384-491: The economic impacts of tourism. Resort towns tend to enjoy lower unemployment rates, improved infrastructure, more advanced telecommunication and transportation capabilities, and higher standards of living and greater income in relation to those who live outside this area. Increased economic activity in resort towns can also have positive effects on the country's overall economic growth and development. In addition, business generated by resort towns have been credited with supporting
3456-866: The expenditures accrued after taxes, profits, and wages are paid out; however, around 80% of traveler's expenditures go to airlines, hotels, and international companies, not to local businesses. These funds are referred to as leakages . Tourism has also been blamed for other negative economic impacts to local communities. Although resort towns usually boast more improved infrastructure than surrounding areas, these developments usually present high costs to local governments and tax payers. Reallocating government funds to subsidize infrastructure and tax breaks to firms shift available funding to local education and health services. In addition, resort towns typically do not have dynamic economies, resulting in an over dependence on one industry. Economic dependence on tourism poses particular challenges to resort towns and its local residents given
3528-541: The growing population. Many of the former farms of Long Branch were transformed into residential suburbs. Many of the estates and a few old historic resorts (with the addition of many new ones) still remain. In the early 20th century, Long Branch lost much of its activity as a theater spot. In addition, the opening of the Garden State Parkway in the mid-1950s allowed shore visitors to access points further south, which added to Long Branch's decline. The civil unrest of
3600-591: The largest collections of late 19th century frame buildings left in the United States... that give it a homogeneous architectural character, a kind of textbook of vernacular American building." The City of Cape May sits at the south end of Cape May Peninsula which divides the Atlantic Ocean from the Delaware Bay . Cape May Point , about two miles west of the City of Cape May, borders the Bay, while Cape May City borders
3672-725: The largest fire in the history of the city destroyed the landmark amusement pier and adjoining Haunted Mansion, "Kid's World" Amusement Park and other businesses. According to the Köppen climate classification system, Long Branch has a humid subtropical climate ( Cfa ). Cfa climates are characterized by all months having an average temperature above 32.0 °F (0.0 °C), at least four months with an average temperature at or above 50.0 °F (10.0 °C), at least one month with an average temperature at or above 71.6 °F (22.0 °C) and no significant precipitation difference between seasons. Although most summer days are slightly humid with
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#17328590981063744-508: The local economy through times of national market failure and depression. In a study conducted by the Urban and Regional Planning Department of Istanbul Technical University , 401 local residents in the resort community of Antalya were interviewed and asked to give their opinion on the economic impacts of tourism. Among the participants, 67% had lived in Antalya for over ten years, 66% had at least
3816-728: The mid-1860s. Architect Stephen Decatur Button began designing buildings in Cape May in 1863 when he remodeled and expanded the Columbia Hotel. During the next thirty years he designed over forty buildings in the town. His best known buildings there include the John McCreary House (1869–70), Jackson's Clubhouse (1872), the Stockton Cottages (1872), the Windsor Hotel (1879) and the Atlantic Terrace Houses (1891–92). Plans for
3888-545: The more significant buildings, and Arabic numerals the less significant buildings. Both lists are ordered by approximate date of construction. HABS reference links to the building's page in the Historic American Buildings Survey at the Library of Congress. Download coordinates as: Resort town A resort town , resort city or resort destination is an urban area where tourism or vacationing
3960-429: The permanent population. Generally, tourism is the main export in a resort town economy, with most residents of the area working in the tourism or resort industry. Shops and luxury boutiques selling locally themed souvenirs , motels , and unique restaurants often proliferate the downtown areas of a resort town. In the case of the United States, resort towns were created around the late 1800s and early 1900s with
4032-427: The price of land, causing a simultaneous increase in rent for local residents whose income in invariably lower than foreign residents. This results in a preponderance of foreigners in the land market and an erosion of economic opportunities for local residents. The revenues amassed from tourism typically do not benefit the host country or the local communities. Income to local communities generated by tourism are all of
4104-487: The program. In addition to other benefits to encourage employment and investment within the UEZ, shoppers can take advantage of a reduced 3.3125% sales tax rate (half of the 6 + 5 ⁄ 8 % rate charged statewide) at eligible merchants. Established in November 1994, the city's Urban Enterprise Zone status expires in November 2025. Broadway Center is a planned entertainment and commercial hub of Long Branch, as envisioned by
4176-570: The requirement for the state to cover all costs for school building and renovation projects in these districts under the supervision of the New Jersey Schools Development Authority . All Long Branch Public Schools are free, including the district's preschool programs which are full-day and accommodate children ages 3–5 years old. Long Branch schools offer free breakfast each morning for the students. In addition, Long Branch Public Schools provide free summer programs for most of
4248-474: The seasonal nature of the job market in some areas. Local residents of resort towns face job insecurity, difficulties in obtaining training, medical-benefits, and housing. Long Branch, New Jersey Long Branch is a beachside city in Monmouth County , in the U.S. state of New Jersey . As of the 2020 United States census , the city's population was 31,667, an increase of 948 (+3.1%) from
4320-453: The site of the former Long Branch Pier at the foot of Laird Street), Downtown and Uptown. As the city's redevelopment initiatives continue to expand, the lower Broadway area (a portion of the city's Downtown) will become an Arts District. In years past, Long Branch was a major destination for beachgoers, along with Asbury Park , and enjoyed an upscale connotation with tourists. Long Branch is home to Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park, named for
4392-907: The summer. As of the 2022–23 school year, the district, comprised of eight schools, had an enrollment of 5,494 students and 495.0 classroom teachers (on an FTE basis), for a student–teacher ratio of 11.1:1. Schools in the district (with 2022–23 enrollment data from the National Center for Education Statistics ) are Lenna W. Conrow School (with 298 students; in grades PreK–K), Joseph M. Ferraina Early Childhood Learning Center (291; PreK–K), Morris Avenue School (310; PreK–K), Amerigo A. Anastasia School (587; 1–5), George L. Catrambone Elementary School (712; 1–5), Gregory School (600; 1–5), Long Branch Middle School (1,108; 6–8), Long Branch High School (1,548; 9–12) and Audrey W. Clark School / The Academy of Alternative Programs, an alternative education program George L. Catrambone Elementary School
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#17328590981064464-453: The town and the mostly wooden, frame-built houses. The fire of 1878 destroyed about half the town, but many buildings were quickly rebuilt. This fire gave a particular boost to Button's career, and many of the local builders appear to have copied Button's style at this time. These newer buildings were built with gingerbread trim , gables and turrets . From about 1900-1920 larger bungalows and mansions were built, especially on Beach Avenue on
4536-556: The town on sloops from Philadelphia, and water transport was also easy from New York, Baltimore, Washington, D.C. and points south. Southerners later became a large proportion of summer vacationers. The resort business in Cape May began to thrive when regular steamboat traffic on the Delaware River began after the War of 1812 , carrying passengers from Philadelphia and New Castle, Delaware . Commodore Stephen Decatur made his summer home at
4608-440: The vote (6,171 cast), ahead of Republican John McCain with 35.7% (3,600 votes) and other candidates with 1.0% (98 votes), among the 10,090 ballots cast by the city's 14,433 registered voters, for a turnout of 69.9%. In the 2004 presidential election , Democrat John Kerry received 58.0% of the vote (5,724 ballots cast), outpolling Republican George W. Bush with 40.5% (4,001 votes) and other candidates with 0.7% (99 votes), among
4680-496: Was 33.8 years. For every 100 females, the population had 100.3 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older there were 98.3 males. The Census Bureau's 2006–2010 American Community Survey showed that (in 2010 inflation-adjusted dollars) median household income was $ 52,792 (with a margin of error of +/− $ 2,549) and the median family income was $ 56,778 (+/− $ 4,202). Males had a median income of $ 36,404 (+/− $ 3,363) versus $ 33,397 (+/− $ 4,036) for females. The per capita income for
4752-410: Was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.6 males. The median income for a household in the city was $ 38,651, and the median income for a family was $ 42,825. Males had a median income of $ 37,383 versus $ 27,026 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 20,532. About 13.9% of families and 16.7% of the population were below
4824-427: Was 65.30% (20,060) White , 14.21% (4,364) Black or African American , 0.55% (170) Native American , 2.13% (655) Asian , 0.08% (24) Pacific Islander , 13.24% (4,067) from other races , and 4.49% (1,379) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 28.07% (8,624) of the population. Of the 11,753 households, 26.3% had children under the age of 18; 36.2% were married couples living together; 15.6% had
4896-535: Was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1970, and then listed as a National Historic Landmark District in 1976. The NRHP nomination form does not include an inventory of the buildings in the district, but rather refers to about 20 buildings that were documented by drawings or photographs by the Historic American Buildings Survey (HABS). HABS now lists about 70 buildings in
4968-440: Was constructed at a total cost over $ 40 million for a facility that was designed to house 800 students in a facility covering 109,000 square feet (10,100 m ) for which construction began in 2012. With the start of the 2014–2015 school year, a realignment of the district closed West End School, converted Morris Avenue School for early childhood use and repurposed Audrey W. Clark School for alternative education. Seashore School
5040-588: Was destroyed; the city began rebuilding it in 2015, and it reopened in April 2016, making it the last boardwalk damaged by Sandy to be rebuilt. Long Branch takes its name from the "long branch" or south branch of the Shrewsbury River . According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the city had a total area of 6.29 square miles (16.28 km ), including 5.12 square miles (13.27 km ) of land and 1.16 square miles (3.01 km ) of water (18.49%). The city borders
5112-566: Was incorporated as a city by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on April 8, 1903, based on the results of a referendum, replacing the Long Branch Commission. Long Branch emerged as a beach resort town in the late 18th century, named for its location along a branch of the South Shrewsbury River. In the 19th century, theatrical performers of the day often gathered and performed there. It was visited by many Presidents during
5184-479: Was one of many shore communities that were devastated by Hurricane Sandy . Although Sandy's winds were powerful, Long Branch's position between Long Beach Island and Sea Bright gave Long Branch a much larger wall of security because it could not be engulfed by surrounding waters. Despite this mainland advantage, there were still several instances of flooding in Long Branch during the storm. Many residents went without electricity for as long as two weeks. The boardwalk
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