OCEAN CITY – Plans to implement a volunteer-led storm drain cleaning program highlighted discussions at a resort committee meeting last week.Last week, Ocean City Environmental Engineer Jenelle Gerthoffer presented members of the Ocean City Coastal Resources Legislative Committee (Green Team) with plans for a new Adopt Your Drain program.Similar to popular resort cleanup programs such… Read more »
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Fenwick Beach Pumping Begins
FENWICK ISLAND – A beach replenishment project kicked off in Fenwick Island this week.After working with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers over the span of weeks, a long-awaited beach replenishment project kicked off in Fenwick Island Monday. While crews were anticipated to arrive in July, at the height of the town’s summer season, officials… Read more »
Fenwick Island Officials Review $541K Budget Deficit
FENWICK ISLAND – Fenwick officials this week presented a draft budget projecting a $541,000 operating loss in fiscal year 2024.On Monday, Councilman Bill Rymer, treasurer, presented members of the Fenwick Island Budget and Finance Committee with a draft spending plan for fiscal year 2024. With $2.17 million in projected revenues and $2.71 million in projected… Read more »
OC Council Plans To Discuss Next Sports Complex Steps
OCEAN CITY – Officials in Ocean City will soon discuss next steps related to the development of a proposed sports complex.On May 30, the Mayor and Council will revisit a discussion on the proposed sports complex being eyed for Worcester County. Following a meeting with the Maryland Stadium Authority (MSA) late last month, city officials… Read more »
Annual Public Safety Campaign Launched In OC; Effort Focuses On ‘Four Es’
OCEAN CITY – Preparations are underway for the start of the upcoming beach season, and the Maryland Department of Transportation’s State Highway Administration and Motor Vehicle Administration’s Highway Safety Office are again partnering with stakeholders to promote pedestrian, bicycle and driver safety in Ocean City.At a press conference last Thursday, the agencies were joined by… Read more »
Digital Tram Ads Expected In Resort Before Holiday Weekend
OCEAN CITY – Officials say digital tram displays will be installed ahead of Memorial Day weekend.Transit Manager Rob Shearman told members of the Ocean City Transportation Committee last week officials continue to work with Gateway Outdoor Advertising, the town’s new advertising contractor, on bus and tram sales. He said the company is also on track… Read more »
OC Mayor Remembers John Staley
OCEAN CITY – The passing of long-time resort commission member John Staley was recognized this week.Staley, a 27-year member of the planning and zoning commission and fixture in the resort community, passed away May 11 at his home in Ocean City.In a council meeting Monday, Mayor Rick Meehan recognized Staley’s contributions to the town.“John Staley… Read more »
Local Mobile Business Scores $40K Through SU Shore Hatchery Competition
OCEAN CITY – The owners of an Ocean City-based business say a $40,000 award from the Salisbury University Shore Hatchery competition will allow them to expand mobile health care services on the Eastern Shore.Earlier this month, Atlantic Portable X-Ray owners Gavin Aquino and Sara Noyes Aquino competed in the 20th round of Salisbury University’s Philip… Read more »
Workforce Housing Code Changes Advance To OC Council
OCEAN CITY – A code amendment pertaining to non-accessory workforce housing will advance to the Mayor and Council with several recommendations. On Tuesday, the Ocean City Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to forward a code amendment relating to non-accessory employee housing to the Mayor and Council. Officials say the amendment includes changes to the… Read more »
Embers Evolution Features ‘Refined Dining Experience’
OCEAN CITY – The Embers Center on 24th Street continues to evolve with the opening of a new restaurant.Last week, the Taustin family celebrated the grand opening of The Embers Restaurant. Located on the third floor of the new 24th Street Embers Center, CEO Cole Taustin said the restaurant represents the evolution of an iconic… Read more »