Resort Planners, Tourism Director Talk Population As Comp Plan Update Begins

Resort Planners, Tourism Director Talk Population As Comp Plan Update Begins

OCEAN CITY – Resort planners last week got a better understanding of tourism data as they look to update Ocean City’s comprehensive plan.Last Wednesday, the Ocean City Planning and Zoning Commission invited Tourism and Business Development Director Tom Perlozzo to participate in a work session for the comprehensive plan update. City Planner Bill Neville said… Read more »

Diakonia Officials Exploring Options Following County Sewer Decision

Diakonia Officials Exploring Options Following County Sewer Decision

WEST OCEAN CITY– The future of Diakonia’s long-planned expansion is in jeopardy following a decision by county officials last week.Supporters of Diakonia are exploring all options in the wake of the Worcester County Commissioners’ decision not to approve Diakonia’s plan to acquire sewer capacity from the Town of Ocean City. The nonprofit, which has provided… Read more »

Berlin Award Returns; Nornie Bunting Honored As 2023 Recipient

Berlin Award Returns; Nornie Bunting Honored As 2023 Recipient

BERLIN– A lifelong Berlin resident known for his devotion to the Berlin Little League and dedication to preserving the town’s historic architecture is this year’s recipient of the Berlin Award.Town officials honored Norman “Nornie” Bunting with the Berlin Award Thursday night at the Berlin Chamber of Commerce Annual Installation and Awards Dinner. Bunting, whose win… Read more »

Divided Commission Votes Against OC’s Sewer Offer To Diakonia; Expanded Transitional Housing Project’s Future In Jeopardy

Divided Commission Votes Against OC’s Sewer Offer To Diakonia; Expanded Transitional Housing Project’s Future In Jeopardy

SNOW HILL – Diakonia will not be able get sewer capacity from the Town of Ocean City following a decision by county officials this week.On Tuesday, a motion in front of the Worcester County Commissioners to support the nonprofit Diakonia’s plan to use sewer capacity from Ocean City for a new facility on Route 611… Read more »

County Expects $14M Jump In Property Tax Revenue From OC Assessment Boom

County Expects $14M Jump In Property Tax Revenue From OC Assessment Boom

SNOW HILL – The county will see about $14 million in additional revenue related to the latest property reassessments.Phil Thompson, the county’s finance officer, provided the Worcester County Commissioners with an update regarding property tax revenues this week. While the state released the information in late December, Thompson said it was important to consider details… Read more »

Commissioners Vote 5-2 To Incorporate Public Comment Into Meetings

Commissioners Vote 5-2 To Incorporate Public Comment Into Meetings

SNOW HILL– The Worcester County Commissioners this week voted 5-2 to find a way to work public comments into their meetings.While some expressed interest in one-on-one communication with constituents rather than public comments during meetings, the majority of the commissioners voted to develop a method to accept public comment going forward.“I think it’s time we… Read more »

Fenwick Island Committee To Seek Assistance In Drafting Electronic Sign Ordinance

Fenwick Island Committee To Seek Assistance In Drafting Electronic Sign Ordinance

FENWICK ISLAND – A funding request is expected to help members of a Fenwick Island committee revise an electronic sign ordinance.Following a presentation last Thursday, members of the Fenwick Island Charter and Ordinance Committee voted unanimously to seek up to $6,000 from the town council to hire outside assistance in revising an electronic sign ordinance…. Read more »