About CMPTA
The Cape May Point Taxpayers' Association is a not-for-profit, charitable organization designated under IRS Section 501(c)(3). Founded in 1936, the purpose of the Association, is:
- to promote the welfare of the Borough of Cape May Point;
- to promote a spirit of community pride and cooperation;
- to sponsor and support events and activities which contribute to the life of the community; and
- to carry out such other acts and to undertake such other activities as may be necessary, appropriate or desirable in furtherance of or in connection with the conduct, promotion or attainment of the foregoing purposes, provided that none of such activities shall be undertaken which would cause the Corporation to lose its status as an organization described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Code, or as an organization, contributions to which are deductible under Sections 170, 2055 and 2522 of the Code.
The business of the Association is conducted by a Board of Directors comprised of a President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, four Non-Resident and three Resident Directors. Board Meetings are held regularly throughout the year with an Annual Public Meeting in late Summer/early Fall. For further information, please contact pointhelp@cmp-taxpayers.org
Some of our activities
Bulletin for CMPTA members, emailed bi-weekly, highlights upcoming events, important notices, government actions, photos and recollections of Point-life. Members are invited to submit lift events and other suggestions for publication in the BULLETIN.
CMPTA NEWSLETTER is published bi-annually. Regular features and guest columnists share information, perspectives and photos.
WWW.CMP-TAXPAYERS.ORG is the CMPTA website. It features a comprehensive calendar of Cape May Point events.
WWW.CMP-TAXPAYERS.ORG is the CMPTA website. It features a comprehensive calendar of Cape May Point events.
TRIANGLE PARK is a jewel of the Point and a hotspot for migrating butterflies. CMPTA manages the Triangle Park plantings and maintenance in partnership with the Borough.
GARDEN AWARDS started in 1980 recognize homeowners who invest time, creativity and resources making their landscape a delight for themselves and passersby. See them HERE.
HERITAGE AWARDS program celebrates preserving, adapting and advancing the physical environment of the Point for present and future generations to enjoy. See them HERE.
CIRCLE PICNIC AND CONCERT is a Father’s Day weekend tradition.
DUNES maintenance has always been a priority for CMPTA, which sponsors the annual planting of critical vegetation.
GARDEN AWARDS started in 1980 recognize homeowners who invest time, creativity and resources making their landscape a delight for themselves and passersby. See them HERE.
HERITAGE AWARDS program celebrates preserving, adapting and advancing the physical environment of the Point for present and future generations to enjoy. See them HERE.
CIRCLE PICNIC AND CONCERT is a Father’s Day weekend tradition.
DUNES maintenance has always been a priority for CMPTA, which sponsors the annual planting of critical vegetation.
COMMEMORATIVE BRICKS is a CMPTA program that allows sponsors to honor their loved ones along the well-travelled paths of Pavilion Circle. Profits support the Circle and Point Entrance Gardens. See it HERE.
BEDFELLOWS of Pavilion Circle are neighbors who take responsibility for specific garden beds around the Circle. CMPTA offers a small stipend to each BEDFELLOW.
HOLIDAY LIGHTING AWARDS salute those who brighten the Point in December with sparkle, charm and whimsy. CMPTA sponsors gift cards for the winners.
ANNUAL LABOR DAY WEEKEND CONCERT sponsored by CMPTA invites all to say goodbye to Summer with neighbors and lively music.
BEDFELLOWS of Pavilion Circle are neighbors who take responsibility for specific garden beds around the Circle. CMPTA offers a small stipend to each BEDFELLOW.
HOLIDAY LIGHTING AWARDS salute those who brighten the Point in December with sparkle, charm and whimsy. CMPTA sponsors gift cards for the winners.
ANNUAL LABOR DAY WEEKEND CONCERT sponsored by CMPTA invites all to say goodbye to Summer with neighbors and lively music.
Board of Directors
President |
Dan Simmler |
Vice-President |
Jeff Sowers |
Treasurer |
Frank Kurtz |
Secretary |
Arleen Buchanan |
Resident Director |
Melanie Bateman |
Resident Director |
Steve Altman |
Resident Director |
Elise Geiger |
Non-resident Director |
Ed Barnhart |
Non-resident Director |
Ed Tokarsky |
Non-resident Director |
Cathy Stambaugh |
Non-resident Director |
Hope Luken |
PROGRAM DIRECTORS
Reach any of these Lead Volunteers by emailing pointhelp@cmp-taxpayers.org
Commemorative Bricks - Hope Luken
Triangle Park - Patti Schuhl and Wendy Paggioli
Circle Bedfellows - Chris Meyerink and Melanie Bateman
Dunes Program - Jonathan Westcott
Newsletter Editor - Katherine Dillaway-Huber
Newsletter Assistant Editor - Jerri Hobdy
Garden Awards - Penny Pagano
Making the Point Home - Steve Altman
New Projects Committee - Ed Barnhart
Holiday Lighting Awards - Ellen Pfendner
Commemorative Bricks - Hope Luken
Triangle Park - Patti Schuhl and Wendy Paggioli
Circle Bedfellows - Chris Meyerink and Melanie Bateman
Dunes Program - Jonathan Westcott
Newsletter Editor - Katherine Dillaway-Huber
Newsletter Assistant Editor - Jerri Hobdy
Garden Awards - Penny Pagano
Making the Point Home - Steve Altman
New Projects Committee - Ed Barnhart
Holiday Lighting Awards - Ellen Pfendner
CMPTA By-LAWs