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1003 storiesnewest firstlatest June 23, 2026page 51 of 51
Wildwood City Council voted to request $5 million for Phase II beach replenishment and addressed safety, community‑center design, boardwalk lighting, and tourism promotion ahead of the summer season and the Barefoot Country Music Fest.
The Barefoot Country Music Fest will run June 19‑22 at the Wildwood Convention Center, expecting 30,000 fans and featuring Kelsea Ballerini and Luke Bryan, with the goal of boosting local tourism and revenue.
The Wildwoods City Council approved three electric Volvo tram cars, costing $250,000, to join the historic boardwalk fleet by July 2026, aiming to preserve the tram experience while cutting emissions.
