SNOW HILL – Property values rose 46.1% in Worcester County, according to the state’s latest reassessment.The Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) announced the 2024 reassessment of nearly 800,000 “Group 3” properties last week. Statewide, the overall value for that group of properties was up 23.4% since the last reassessment three years ago…. Read more »
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Ocean City’s Total Assessable Base Climbs 46% To $12.8 Billion; Both Residential, Commercial Property Values Skyrocket
SNOW HILL – Property values rose 46.1% in Worcester County, according to the state’s latest reassessment.The Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) announced the 2024 reassessment of nearly 800,000 “Group 3” properties last week. Statewide, the overall value for that group of properties was up 23.4% since the last reassessment three years ago…. Read more »
OCDC Selects Ocean Bowl Mural Design; Residents Voice Opposition
OCEAN CITY – The Ocean City Development Corporation (OCDC) has selected an Annapolis-based artist to complete a mural at the Ocean Bowl Skate Park.Following a months-long vetting process, the OCDC on Tuesday announced it had selected Jeff Huntington, a professional artist working under the name JAHRU, to paint his submitted design at the Ocean Bowl… Read more »
Berlin Receives Two Demo Bids For Heron Park Buildings; Staff Reviewing Before Recommendation
BERLIN – The town received two bids for demolition work at Heron Park.On Wednesday, Town of Berlin officials opened bids for the demolition of some portions of the old chicken processing plant at Heron Park. Bids will now be analyzed by Davis, Bowen & Friedel Inc. (DBF) before a recommendation is made to the town… Read more »
Some Del. Beach Towns To Consider US Wind Benefits Offer; Fenwick, Lewes Declined Involvement In Process
FENWICK ISLAND – Five coastal towns are exploring a package from US Wind that could bring $10 million in financial benefits over a 20-year period.Late last week, US Wind formally presented the Delaware Association of Coastal Towns (ACT) with a package of community benefits for coastal residents. Five communities – Henlopen Acres, Rehoboth Beach, Dewey… Read more »
Penguin Swim Attracts 900-Plus, Raises $109K For Atlantic General Hospital
OCEAN CITY – More than 900 people braved the chilly ocean waters off 91st Street this week to raise funds for Atlantic General Hospital.On New Year’s Day, 910 participants – sporting costumes and bathing suits – took a plunge into the Atlantic Ocean for the 30th Annual Penguin Swim. This year, the hospital reported a… Read more »
Smart Meter Installation Underway In Berlin
BERLIN– The installation of new smart water meters is now underway in Berlin.On Tuesday, smart water meter installation began in the Decatur Farms area. From there, crews will move on through the rest of town until all homes’ water meters have been replaced with smart meters.Crews will be doing installation during regular business hours Monday… Read more »
School Board Adds Two Budget Sessions In Jan.
NEWARK– In a change from previous years, the school board will begin budget review in January.The Worcester County Board of Education this month modified its meeting calendar to add two budget work sessions. The meetings are set for Jan. 8 and Jan. 9 at the central office.“The board has expressed some interest in having some… Read more »
Del., US Wind To Negotiate Over Park Lease, Benefits
OCEAN CITY – US Wind and the state of Delaware will begin negotiating a lease agreement that could bring financial incentives to residents and ratepayers.Last week, Delaware Gov. John Carney announced the start of formal negotiations between the state and US Wind to bring an underground cable landing to 3Rs Beach in Delaware Seashore State… Read more »
Fenwick Freeze Fundraiser Planned For New Year’s Day
FENWICK ISLAND – Community members are invited to the 19th annual Fenwick Freeze fundraiser.On Monday, Jan. 1, the Town of Fenwick Island and the Fenwick Island Beach Committee will host the 19th annual Fenwick Freeze. Councilwoman Jacque Napolitano, chair of the town’s beach committee, encouraged everyone to participate in the yearly fundraiser and support the… Read more »