AdvertisementN.J. Spars Over Free Beach Access Post-SandyDecember 12, 2012David SchaperfacebookEmailSuperstorm Sandy caused massive beach erosion and damage to the Jersey shore. Some people say the beach restoration work, which will largely be paid for with federal tax dollars, will mostly help to protect expensive homes for the wealthy — people who have free access to the beach — while most communities would still be charging fees for public access. (AFP/Getty Images)