![]() Wheaton says family and friends are largely behind the petition, which was inspired by the annual Anglesea Day founders’ celebration. “Because obviously we haven’t done it in 110 years, it’s not something at everyone’s fingertips,” Rosenello noted. Researching state statutes will take a bit of time as the information cannot be culled from computer databases. ![]() If the council approves a binding referendum it will require a petition containing signatures from 30 percent of the number of voters (approximately 600) who participated in the last local election. The next step will be for the North Wildwood City Council hear public comments and then decide whether it should be put on the ballot. ![]() Whether the name change could be a binding or non-binding referendum is still being investigated by the city clerk and lawyers, as is a timeline for the entire process, explained North Wildwood’s mayor, Patrick Rosenello. It’s not everyone’s cup of tea.Īnglesea was founded as a fishing village in 1885 but renamed itself North Wildwood in 1906, as a means to tie in with Wildwood’s growing popularity as a swanky resort town (yes, once upon a time – long before the Doo-Wop era – Wildwood was swanky). It sometimes results in rowdy crowds and drunk people. It attracts a lot of young adults who enjoy the area bars, restaurants and concerts. Wildwood has a reputation for being a bit wild. If you’ve ever seen the giant boardwalk sign you’ll see it says Wildwoods with an “s.” The Wildwoods are compromised of Wildwood, North Wildwood, West Wildwood, Wildwood Crest and Diamond Beach, a section of Lower Township. WHYY thanks our sponsors - become a WHYY sponsor
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