School Mandate Opposed Editor: I am writing to you as someone who opposes Governor Hogan’s mandate that schools in Maryland open their doors each year after Labor Day, and close them by June 15. Before I am written off as a leftist radical with an agenda to protect, let me assure you, I am not… Read more »
City Should Concentrate On Avoiding Tax Increase Editor: Last week, the city manager was quoted as saying that a tax increase of 7.6% will be needed in the next year or two. He said that this projection is based on current spending levels and future expenses and revenue probabilities in the city government’s strategic plan… Read more »
Education Spending Should Be Questioned Editor: I am not a resident of Worcester County, but own property here. This is the time of year when I start to become concerned about what the Worcester County Commissioners will be doing with regard to property taxes. Non-resident property owners do not have the protection of the Homestead… Read more »
OC Should Take Leader Role With Wind Farm Editor: I have to chuckle when reading, “OC Council Hears Second Wind Farm Proposal…” the council’s grave concerns that the proposed wind farms will be a pox on ones undisturbed and uncluttered Atlantic Ocean vistas. People don’t seem to mind the obnoxious water towers (beach ball excluded),… Read more »
Expansion Not Needed Editor: The town is planning yet another expansion of the Ocean City Convention Center. The Performing Arts Center was just recently built by giving up valuable space in the facility. Now, there are plans to add an additional 30,000 square feet of exhibit space to the already existing 60,000 square feet, for… Read more »
Traffic Safety Concerns Need Berlin Attention Editor: In response to the online story, “Golf Course Redevelopment Process Slowed At Berlin Mayor’s Request,” I was pleased to read that Berlin Mayor Gee Williams asked for a delay before the county grants the exception required to partially convert the Bay Club to a campground. I’ve read the… Read more »
Making Decisions Early Key For Your Future Editor: National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD) is a national initiative to encourage adults of all ages to plan ahead of a health crisis. Making decisions ahead of time and putting your wishes in writing brings peace of mind to families. It helps to avoid the difficult situations that… Read more »
Anonymous Generosity Much Appreciated Editor Last year I wrote a thank you letter to an unknown couple who dropped off a couple of bags of groceries and a coffee can full of bills and coins. My letter was from the volunteers and the community we serve at the food pantry Shepherd’s Crook at Talbot Street… Read more »
Say No To West Ocean City Golf Course Rezoning Editor: The following letter was directed to Worcester County Commission President Madison Bunting. Dear Commissioner Bunting: Greetings from your South Point neighbors. After careful deliberation, we are writing to inform you of the position of the South Point Association which reflects a consensus of the overwhelming… Read more »
Proposed Change Will Harm Education Editor: In January, H.R.610, the Choices in Education Act was introduced and co-sponsored by our Worcester County Representative Andy Harris. H.R. 610, the School Choice Act, will eliminate the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, thereby allowing Federal funds that are now given to public schools be given in… Read more »