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“Smile Because it Happened”

Both Joe and Mike passed away several years after selling the original “Moores Inlet” property to Beazer Development, which would then be developed as The Pointe at Moores Inlet, a premier 60 unit up-scale condominium complex.

With all the ambiance of choice island living, a one of a kind beautiful ocean front vista, The Pointe at Moores Inlet now occupies the exact spot where the original Moores Inlet restaurant and nightclub thrived for decades.

“Don’t cry because it’s over – smile because it happened!” These are the words posted on the original Moores Inlet website by Joe Bilbee, the iconic legendary DJ who rocked North Wildwood for decades. Joe and his partner, Mike Gaudagno, built a history and legacy of “island living” with one of the most popular, long run, establishments at the Jersey Shore.

Both Joe and Mike passed away several years after selling the original “Moores Inlet” property to Beazer Development, which would then be developed as The Pointe at Moores Inlet, a premier 60 unit up-scale condominium complex.

With all the ambiance of choice island living, a one of a kind beautiful ocean front vista, The Pointe at Moores Inlet now occupies the exact spot where the original Moores Inlet restaurant and nightclub thrived for decades.

After Beazer Development completed the meticulous construction, Joe and Mike were among the new owners occupying the highly revered condos in 2008. These two charismatic men immediately connected with the new owners through their smiles, open arms, and sharing stories about the property they cherished, their business that thrived, the patrons they loved and community they supported.

We soon found a magic about these two men that were apparently “Master Imagineers” throughout their whole career. They were successful because they knew how to engage people; how to talk and laugh with people, and yes, how to kick up your heels to dance the night away or just simply lay back and have a good time.

But most of all, they knew the magic of something people in the area yearn for; The sound of the ocean waves, glimpsing the rising sun, breathing the aroma of salt air and feeling the soft sand between your toes.

Both Joe and Mike had a great appreciation for the beauty of this unique property and the view. They told stories as Proprietors of Moores Inlet that they would occasionally treat certain guests to the roof top above their restaurant. Here they would set up a single table decorated elegantly, serve a special meal, pour a glass of wine, and then leave them to the inspiration of the waves and gentle breezes. Joe and Mike had an amazing gift of grace making all feel welcome and appreciated as well as setting up their rooftop table endless times to share an appreciation for this piece of heaven on earth and the ability to dream.

Congratulations on making your decision of ownership at The Pointe at Moores Inlet! We look forward to your involvement and support as we collectively strive to maintain and enhance this wonderful facility, “The Pointe’, for decades to come…

Special Note: After Mike passed in 2013 and Joe passed in June 2015, on Sept 3, 2016 The Pointe at Moores Inlet overflowed onto West Spruce Avenue as the Mayor of North Wildwood presented a proclamation declaring September 3rd annually be recognized as Joe Bilbee and Mike Gaudagno Day in their honor. A commemorative sign hangs in the Common Area of our Gym to remind us of this honor and their legacy.

PROCLAMATION - Mayor Patrick Rosenello, City of North Wildwood September 3, 2016

Michael Guadagno and Joseph Bilbee Day

Mayor Patrick Rosenello hereby issues this Proclamation in recognition of Michael Victor Guadagno and Joseph G. Bilbee. Together for over 35 years Mike and Joe, served the residents and visitors of Moores Inlet in North Wildwood, Historic Anglesea, with legendary entertainment, refreshment and devotion to fans, visitors, family and friends.

WHEREAS, in the year 1912 a family of South Philadelphia opened a tavern in North Wildwood next to the ocean at the corner of Spruce Street and Old New Jersey Avenue. Due to its location, adjacent to the channel of water that led to the Atlantic Ocean, the business was named after the surname of its founders and was called "Moores Inlet".

WHEREAS, approximately 1970 Mike Guadagno purchased the landmark Moores Inlet and operated the highly successful business in North Wildwood for over 35 years with his subsequent partner, Joe Bilbee. The two established Moores Inlet not as only a popular destination, but created a following of fans, friends, and a frame of mind for generations.

WHEREAS, we recognize Mike and Joe’s contributions and benevolence was far reaching in enhancing the quality of life in North Wildwood and surrounding communities. Mike was one of the original organizers of Capital Bank of New Jersey and gave a valiant attempt to bring minor league baseball to North Wildwood. Joe organized music events, trips and coached youth football for many years. Their great enthusiasm for community, family and generosity was boundless in local charities & organizations.

WHEREAS, Mike and Joe faced the evolution of progress for beach front property demands and closed the doors on Moores Inlet in 2005 when the property was purchased by Beazer Builders. The property was transformed into a beautifully constructed four story, sixty unit, luxury condominium now known as The Pointe @ Moore’s Inlet which is erected directly on the spot where Moores Inlet operated from 1912-2005. Both Mike and Joe owned condominiums at The Pointe @ Moore’s Inlet until their passing.

WHEREAS, in addition to their business and community service, we give honor and recognize their military service to the citizens of United States of America. Michael Victor Guadagno served as a Military Police Officer two years in the U. S. Army 534th Communication Engineer Detachment in Fort Clayton, Panama Canal Zone and Joseph G. Bilbee served seven years in the U. S. Marine Corps after being trained at the Marine Corp Base Camp Lejeune in North Carolina.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Mayor Patrick Rosenello, do hereby proclaim on this THIRD day of September, in the year of our Lord, Twenty Thousand and Sixteen, a day to celebrate, give honor and tribute to the spirit of two outstanding gentlemen for their dedication to their family, friends, God and Country, and proudly endorse the presentation of this plaque titled “Smile Because It Happened”. North Wildwood recognizes posthumously Michael Victor Guadagno (d. July 1, 2010) and Joseph G. Bilbee (d. June 9, 2015) for their contributions and friendship to the city of North Wildwood and the United States.

DATED this Third day of September 2016

SIGNED Patrick Rosenello, Mayor, City of North Wildwood

A Special thanks to Deb Moore in Unit 109 for contributing content and pictures for this section