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Council Wants Angels Or Thunderbirds For Each Air Show

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BY SHAWN J. SOPER

MANAGING EDITOR

OCEAN CITY – Concerns about some elements in the terms sheet for the OC Air Show contract in future years caused resort officials this week to table a discussion on the proposed document.

Tourism and Business Development Director Tom Perlozzo on Tuesday presented the basic framework for negotiations on a new three-year contract with the OC Air Show. The terms sheet presented was not a contract, but merely an outline of sorts for some of the issues between the town and the promoter, which will provide a framework for negotiations on the actual three-year contract.

The terms sheet closely follows the framework for past contracts with the air show. It includes 15 items that deal with payment terms, revenue sharing, the live stream of the event, insurance, etc.

“As part of our discussions over the last year or so, it was suggested we go back and develop a three-year contract with the air show,” he said. “What you have in front of you is the terms sheet. It’s not a contract. It’s going to be based on our discussions with the promoter.”

Perlozzo said the town wants to work with the promoter to ensure one of the top military jet demonstration teams is always part of the air show.

“The proposed term is three years,” he said. “We talked in terms of securing spe-

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cific dates in the hopes of securing the large military operators, such as the Blue Angels and the Thunderbirds.”

However, there were a couple of items on which the Mayor and Council wanted more information before approving the terms sheet.

For example, one item defines what qualifies as a headline act for the OC Air Show. Item 14 on the proposed term sheet addresses a major military jet team headline act. The item states, “no less than one of the following: the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds; the U.S. Navy Blue Angels; the Canadian Air Force Snowbirds; or two or more U.S. military single ship jet demonstrations.”

Perlozzo said the OC Air Show promoter always desires to have the Blue Angels or the Thunderbirds. In a perfect year, the availability of one of those two major jet teams coincides with Father’s Day weekend, which is the window desired by the promoter. In response to a question about ticket sales for the 2022 show earlier this month, Perlozzo said the earlier date this year, June 11-12, curtailed ticket sales somewhat. This year’s event was held the weekend before Father’s Day and featured the Thunderbirds.

“I don’t know the exact numbers, but I think he said he was down about 30%,” he said. “He wanted the air show on Father’s Day weekend, but it was earlier.

That was based on the availability of the Thunderbirds. It’s all up to the opportunity

to secure a military headline act.”

Special Events Director Frank Miller, who worked for the air show prior to joining the town, said there are stringent qualifications in bringing in one of the major military demonstration teams such as the Blue Angels or Thunderbirds, and the schedules are made well in advance.

The Blue Angels last performed in Ocean City in 2019. For several years, the Thunderbirds and Blue Angels rotated as headliners each year.

“The Department of Defense requires a primary date and a secondary date,” he said. “One of the concerns of the producer is to make sure we don’t have the air show too early. Depending on how the calendar falls, there is an intent to have the air show on Father’s Day weekend.

Father’s Day is the preferred date.”

Council Secretary Tony DeLuca said the Thunderbirds are committed to the air show in 2023 and asked if a similar commitment from the Blue Angels could be secured for 2024. Perlozzo said there have been discussions about securing the Blue Angels for 2024.

“We are in negotiations with the Blue Angels,” he said. “I guess there was a little snafu. We think we will get the Blue Angels for 2024, but again, we don’t hold the cards. We’ll make every effort on our end to bring them back to Ocean City.”

The “snafu” Perlozzo mentioned occurred in 2019. The resort’s reputation with the Blue Angels took a hit then when a police escort from Wallops Island, where

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the jets were stationed, to Ocean City was not made available to the demonstration team. The escort significantly reduces the 90-minute travel time between Wallops and Ocean City and had been provided in the past.

During this week’s meeting, Councilman Frank Knight questioned the definition of the headline act in the proposed terms sheet.

“Are you comfortable one of the defined headline acts could be two single ships?” he said. “We’ve had that discussion before. It just doesn’t seem like a headline act to me.”

Miller said the definition in the terms sheet included a contingency in a year that either the Blue Angels or the Thunderbirds are not available.

“The jet teams are not guaranteed at any point,” he said. “We can have several single ship military demonstrations as well as some private jet demonstrations.

The producer has made the effort to ensure the lineup will be full of things that would be entertaining and desirable for the public.”

Councilman Matt James suggested because there are questions about specific items in the proposed term sheet, those concerns could be addressed, and the terms sheet be brought back to a council work session.

“I don’t know what our June 28 work session agenda looks like, but there seems to be a lot of questions,” he said.

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Questions Lead County To Table Bus Monitoring Cameras

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BY CHARLENE SHARPE

STAFF WRITER

SNOW HILL – County officials delayed a decision regarding school bus monitoring cameras in an effort to get more information.

Following a public hearing for a bill that would authorize the use of school bus monitoring cameras in Worcester County, the Worcester County Commissioners voted 5-0 to table the issue. They want to know how much the program will cost the county and whether there’s an opportunity to share revenue from violations caught on camera with school bus drivers.

“We already have issues with the bus drivers,” Commissioner Joe Mitrecic said.

“We certainly don’t want any more.”

Last month, the commissioners introduced enabling legislation that would al-

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low the county to install school bus monitoring systems. The systems, which are similar to red light cameras, would be installed on school buses and would activate when bus lights activate to capture video of cars illegally passing the bus.

The company would send the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office the video electronically and deputies would certify that a violation had occurred. Once they do that, they’ll provide BusPatrol with the vehicle’s ownership information.

Officials had countless questions, however, and asked that company representatives attend the next time the bill was up for discussion.

Richard Hetherington of BusPatrol joined Lt. Robert Trautman of the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office and Kim Heiser and Vince Tolbert from Worcester County Public Schools at this week’s commissioners meeting. Hetherington ex-

plained that BusPatrol outfitted each bus with cameras and then collected a $150 tech fee per bus per month.

“There is a tech fee for each bus to cover the equipment, which isn’t a cost that ever comes to the county,” he said. “The collected violation revenue covers that fee.”

Each violation results in a $250 fine, and Hetherington said that 85-90% of fines issued by BusPatrol are paid. If a bus camera doesn’t get any violations one month, the $150 tech fee rolls forward. Hetherington said that if there were tech fees left at the end of the five-year term, however, the county would not be required to pay. He’s confident there will be enough violations to cover tech fees in Worcester.

Violation revenues are split, with 60% going to BusPatrol and 40% going to the school system. The tech fees come out

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of the school system’s 40%, according to Hetherington.

“It seems really good for you but it doesn’t seem very good for us,” Commissioner Chip Bertino said.

Hetherington said BusPatrol was already working with numerous counties in Maryland. He added that in Cecil County, BusPatrol mailed out 250 violations in the month of May. He believes there will be even more violations in Worcester County.

Commissioner Josh Nordstrom questioned the financial impact the program would have on the sheriff’s office, as staff there would be tasked with reviewing the videos sent by BusPatrol.

“We review it three levels in house before we send it over…,” Hetherington said. “It takes about a minute and a half to look at the video, determine if it’s a violation or not. If they approve it, it comes back to us, we mail it out to the violator and that’s the only real interaction they have.”

Tolbert told the commissioners the school system was interested in the camera system to increase student safety.

“The school system’s not looking at this as a revenue producer,” he said.

“What we have is an issue, vehicles are passing stopped buses. This is to encourage people to stop running by stopped buses. The fee does roll forward but at the end of the agreement if there’s an outstanding balance they (BusPatrol) walk away.”

Commissioner Ted Elder, a retired school bus driver, said he saw numerous vehicles pass stopped buses when he drove in Ocean City.

Hetherington encouraged the commissioners to pass the enabling legislation, as it would take 60 days to go into effect.

“If this goes forward, we want to be ready to go at the start of the school year,” he said. “If you put off the passing of the ordinance it’s just going to push that start date 60 days further down the road.”

Mitrecic said that by his calculations, it would take about 1,500 violations a year to cover the tech fees. Bertino said he wasn’t ready to move forward until the commissioners knew how the program would impact the sheriff’s office. Trautman said he didn’t yet have that answer.

“That is a question we need to answer ourselves before we sign a contract,” he said. “I don’t have that back yet. What I can tell you is we don’t have the support staff now to do so… We’re certainly not going to have a deputy doing something clerical like this.”

Mitrecic, referencing pay concerns shared by school bus drivers earlier this year, said bus contractors needed to be involved.

“If I owned a bus, I’d have a problem with you sticking cameras on my bus and me not getting any of the money, I’ll be honest with you,” he said.

Tolbert said the bus contractors’ association had been consulted and supported the camera program. The commissioners, citing their remaining questions about the program, voted 5-0 to table the discussion.

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BY SHAWN J. SOPER MANAGING EDITOR

OCEAN CITY – One juvenile suspect has been arrested and other suspects are still being sought after a triple stabbing during a downtown altercation late Monday night.

The Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) is currently investigating a serious assault that occurred shortly before midnight on Monday. OCPD officers observed a fight between multiple individuals and approached the altercation.

OCPD officers located three victims suffering from stab wounds.

Ocean City EMS responded to the scene to provide emergency medical care to the victims. One victim, an 18year-old male from Wye Mills, Md., was flown to Shock Trauma in Baltimore and has since been released. A second vic-

tim, a 21-year-old male also from Wye Mills, was flown to Christiana Hospital in Delaware and is currently in stable condition. A third victim, a 17-year-old male from Centreville, Md., was transported

by Ocean City EMS to TidalHealth Peninsula Regional and is currently in stable condition.

A juvenile male involved in the altercation was arrested and has been charged with affray. Additional suspects fled the scene. Detectives with the OCPD Criminal Investigation Division were still investigating the incident as of Thursday.

The OCPD is asking any individuals with information or video regarding the incident to contact Dfc. Whitmer at dwhitmer@oceancitymd.gov, or call 410-7236604. Anonymous tips can be left by contacting the Crime Tip Line at 410520-5136, or email to crimetips@oceancitymd.gov.

BY SHAWN J. SOPER

MANAGING EDITOR

OCEAN CITY – For the second time this week, a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on Coastal Highway late Wednesday night.

Around 10:18 p.m. on Wednesday, Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officers responded to the area of Coastal Highway and 139th Street for a reported motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian. The investigation revealed the pedestrian, a 43-year-old female, was crossing the highway from east to west in a crosswalk, but against a no-walk signal, according to police reports.

The pedestrian was transported to TidalHealth Peninsula Regional by Ocean City EMS. As of Thursday morning, she was listed as stable, but in critical condition.

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mained at the scene. OCPD officers determined alcohol was not a factor for the driver. The OCPD Traffic Safety Unit is investigating the incident. Following the collision, southbound traffic on Coastal Highway from 140th Street was diverted to Sinepuxent Avenue for several hours.

Wednesday night’s vehicle-pedestrian collision came after a fatal vehicle-pedestrian collision on Monday night involving a visiting volunteer firefighter. While vehiclepedestrian collisions have waned in recent years thanks in part to an aggressive Walk Smart campaign and increased crosswalks and signage, the two incidents this week serve as a reminder to follow common-sense safety tips.

In Monday’s incident, the victim was not in a crosswalk. In Wednesday’s incident, the victim was in a marked crosswalk, but was crossing against a “no walk” signal. On Thursday, the OCPD reissued some common-sense safety tips.

“There are many great places to walk in Ocean City” said OCPD Deputy Communications Director Ashley Miller. “No matter where you walk, you must follow the rules and signals.”

Miller issued some safety tips for pedestrians. Press the crosswalk button and always cross at and within marked crosswalks. Look, pay attention, and then cross.

Follow all traffic signal signs and lane markings. Use the sidewalk and do not cross in the middle of the street. Wear light-colored or reflective clothing so drivers can see you, and always try to make eye contact with drivers.

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OCEAN CITY – As if the investigation of a vehicle-pedestrian collision in north Ocean City late Wednesday night wasn’t chaotic enough, a potentially rabid raccoon in the same area at the same time attacked a woman and later attacked another victim.

While members of the Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) Traffic Safety Unit were investigating a vehicle-pedestrian collision late Wednesday night, they were flagged down by a 35-year-old female who reported she had been attacked by a rabid raccoon. The female victim was treated by Ocean City EMS at the scene for injuries to her hand, but the raccoon was not immediately located, according to police.

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BY SHAWN J. SOPER

MANAGING EDITOR

OCEAN CITY – U.S. Coast Guard members rescued four people Monday when their vessel began taking on water 15 miles offshore of Ocean City.

Coast Guard Sector Maryland-National Capital Region watchstanders received a distress alert from a Digital Selective Calling feature aboard the fishing vessel Hot Pursuit. After making contact, the captain of the vessel stated the boat was taking on water and didn’t know if the vessel could make it back to port before it sank.

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radios and GPS’s can be a game changer if it’s properly set up,” said Chief Michael Weelmaa, command duty officer for Sector Maryland-NCR. “In situations like this, every second matters. Follow the instructions for your device before you head out on the water to ensure we’re locked in on your location and can get to you quickly.”

A Coast Guard Station Ocean City 47foot Motor Life Boat crew was launched to assist. When the crew arrived on scene, they embarked two of the four passengers and stabilized the vessel with dewatering pumps. The Hot Pursuit was escorted to Sunset Marina where it will undergo repairs. No medical concerns were reported.

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Commissioners Approve Project’s 2nd Home Building Phase

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BY CHARLENE SHARPE

STAFF WRITER

SNOW HILL – Concerns about traffic dominated a public hearing related to new homes being built north of Gum Point Road.

On Tuesday, the Worcester County Commissioners hosted a public hearing associated with the Residential Planned Community (RPC) designation for Triple Crown Estates, a housing development that will become part of Ocean Pines.

While the only access to the houses will be via King Richard Road, area residents still expressed concern about the impact

more houses would have on the already congested Route 589.

“We have made several complaints to the State Highway Administration,” Gum Point Road resident Dennis Parker said.

“I’m just a little frustrated with trying to get some kind of answers, to get somebody to listen to us.”

Jennifer Keener, the county’s director of development review and permitting, told the commissioners Tuesday’s public hearing was regarding an amendment to the step one plan for Triple Crown Estates.

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She said the project was in keeping with the county’s comprehensive plan and that access to the houses would only be through King Richard Road.

Citizen Clifford Moore said he’d purchased a lot in the first phase of the project and wanted to know when there would be progress.

“I have a lot now I have no access to,” he said. “There’s no roads. I’m paying taxes on something that I guess I can’t even get a building permit.”

Keener said the county’s roads department needed to review the project.

“Right now, we are waiting for the roads to be completed, inspected and approved before we issue the building permit,” she said. “We want to make sure they’re safe for access for everyone before we do release that.”

Parker and his wife also expressed concern. They said traffic in front of their Gum Point Road home had tripled in recent years and that they’d seen countless near-accidents at the street’s intersection with Route 589.They said with the medical facility being built nearby traffic issues would only get worse.

Attorney Spencer Cropper, representing Triple Crown Estates, said access to the homes would only be through King Richard Road.

Dennis Parker said the additional vehicles would still negatively affect Route 589.

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“Of course there’s going to be an impact,” he said.

He added that in addition to motor vehicles, the road was also traveled by pedestrians and bicyclists.

“Look for yourself please,” he said.

“Then you will see that there is a major problem. Another problem I have—we see all these new developments, and the county’s getting these new tax dollars, but we’re not seeing any improvements to the road, to the area, at all.”

Commissioner Joe Mitrecic said he and his peers, as well as the Ocean City Council, had advocated for Route 589 to be improved when Route 90 was improved.

“We’ve all said it had to be done at the same time in conjunction with each other,” he said. “We understand there is an issue there.”

Commissioner Chip Bertino agreed.

He said Route 589 was dangerous and that officials had sought improvements for years. He pointed out a stakeholder plan had been developed nearly 20 years ago.

“I think your situation and those of us who use (Route) 589 regularly recognize that the state is being deficient in our needs down here,” he said. “I agree with you that we most certainly could see additional injuries or worse.”

Parker suggested the speed limit be lowered on the road. Commissioner Josh Nordstrom asked Worcester County Public Works to consider a speed study.

The commissioners voted 5-0 to approve the additional 30 single family lots for the development.

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Parking Amendment Sent Back To Staff For Further Review

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BY SHAWN J. SOPER MANAGING EDITOR

OCEAN CITY— A proposed code amendment which could allow for tandem, or stacked, parking with a valet system for some major downtown redevelopment projects including the proposed Margaritaville project was sent back to staff this week for further review and revision.

The Mayor and Council had before them on Tuesday a proposed code amendment for second reading which, if approved, would allow major redevelopment projects in the downtown and upper

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downtown areas to utilize tandem, or stacked parking spaces in order to meet their minimum parking requirements. The council earlier this month approved the proposed code amendment on first reading but directed staff to make some adjustments before it was brought back for second reading.

On Tuesday, the revised code amendment came back to the council for second reading, but after some debate, the council did not pass the measure and directed staff to make further revisions and bring it back. In simplest terms, if a redevelopment project for a hotel complex or

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a commercial use in the downtown area could not meet its minimum parking space requirements on-site, tandem parking, or spaces in which vehicles are stacked one behind the other could be utilized to meet the minimum requirements as a comprehensive parking management system, if valet service, for example, was provided.

In other words, if a project required 100 parking spaces to meet the code, 20% of them could tandem, or stacked, spaces to meet the minimum requirement. Ostensibly, the code amendment, if approved, would apply to any significant redevelopment project in the downtown or upper downtown area that can’t meet its parking requirements on-site, but the proposed amendment is somewhat specific, at least for now, to major projects already in the planning pipeline, including the Margaritaville project.

However, before the code amendment could be approved on second reading on Tuesday, some on the council voiced concern with certain aspects of the approval process. As he has done from the beginning, Councilman Peter Buas had reservations about the process by which a “comprehensive parking system” would be approved.

As written, the proposed code amendment includes language to the effect “In the downtown and upper downtown design overlay district, and subject to planning commission approval, 20% of the required parking for a hotel, motel or commercial use property that requires 100 or more parking spaces may satisfy the onsite or off-site parking requirements by using tandem parking.”

Essentially, the planning commission would approve an application for the code amendment during the site plan review process. Buas, however, stuck to his guns on the notion an approval of a comprehensive parking system should come before the Mayor and Council for approval.

“I still have concerns about ‘subject to planning commission approval’,” he said.

“I’d like to strike that language. I’d like to get some staff comments on what that means. More importantly, is it an appeal, or a recommendation?”

Councilman Mark Paddack, however, said the proposed code amendment could be moved forward on second read-

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“I’d like the council to move this,” he said “I know this is second reading. There are some things in here that could be modified as a compromise and I think we can get the majority of the council to go along. As it reads right now, I’m willing to compromise here and entertain other ideas if it was done in a work session.”

Councilman Frank Knight agreed with Buas that the code amendment needed a little cleaning up by staff.

Another issue raised during different stages of the approval process for the code amendment was if it should apply in all areas of the city and not tailored to just the downtown and upper downtown areas where major redevelopment projects are in the pipeline. Buas made a motion to include a discussion about making it citywide along with his other concern.

“I’ll make a motion to remand this to staff with the direction that they revisit that language about ‘subject to planning commission approval’ to see what the application looks like and if there is any appeal in the process so the Mayor and Council gets the approval,” he said. “Also, that the expansion of the program citywide be put on the planning commission agenda for a public hearing.”

Mayor Rick Meehan said he believed the focus of the planning commission’s deliberations was on the downtown area.

“I don’t have any problem with it going back to the planning commission,” he said. “I thought their hearing with regards to the downtown and upper downtown certainly established some differences as opposed to the balance of the town.”

Meehan said in simplest terms, the code amendment as proposed could increase development density if applied all over the city.

“This in many cases, and maybe arbitrarily, increases density,” he said. “I’m just not sure that the general public in Ocean City wants us to increase density.

I think it does need to be fleshed out, but that’s what the bottom line is. I’m just not sure that the direction the public wants us to go.”

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Resort Increasing Hourly Bus Driver Pay With Shortage, Morale A Concern

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BY SHAWN J. SOPER

MANAGING EDITOR

OCEAN CITY – With declining ridership and persistent recruiting challenges, resort officials this week voted to hike the pay rate for municipal bus drivers, solid waste department drivers and supervisors, potentially staving off a planned walkout.

Last week, the Ocean City Transportation Committee reviewed early summer season ridership numbers for the municipal bus system and the continued challenges in recruiting bus drivers. It was learned there are currently around 67 bus drivers on the payroll, although five were out on medical leave with three expected to return soon.

Because of the acute bus driver shortage, deployments are at about 50% of where they were in 2019, which is used as the pre-COVID baseline for comparison purposes.

During a review of last week’s transportation committee highlights at this week’s Mayor and Council meeting, Councilman Frank Knight addressed a proposed increase in the hourly wage for bus drivers, a measure that has been discussed to enhance recruiting efforts.

“Right now, we have about twothirds of the ridership and only 50% deployment,” he said. “Our drivers are being overworked and it’s been a really bad summer so far. Morale is low. We only have about 60 drivers driving right now I believe. We need drivers. We’re being out-competed all over the tri-state area.”

Knight suggested going back to the hourly rate for bus drivers put in place temporarily last summer because of the shortage and the lingering pandemic.

“Last summer, we paid $20 an hour as a temporary measure throughout COVID and I think we need to revisit that,” he said. “I understand there have been discussions with [Public Works Director Hal] Mr. Adkins, the city manager and [Budget Director] Jennie Knapp and that might be a possibility.”

City Manager Terry McGean said a wage hike for bus drivers, solid waste drivers and supervisors has been discussed and was doable if that was the council’s desire.

“We looked at essentially what we did last year with the bus drivers, the solid waste drivers and the supervisors,” he said. “Last year, we raised the rate to just under $20, and this could raise it to $20.49. The cost to the town to do the program would be around $189,000. We believe if the council wishes to pursue that, I think

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we can accommodate it with the current budget without going into fund balance.”

McGean explained under the proposed plan, the bus driver hourly rate would increase from the current $17.75 to $20.49. The supervisor hourly rate would increase from $18.21 to $21.46, and the solid waste driver rate would increase from $18.67 to $20.48. Knight made a motion to move forward with the salary hike proposal, a motion seconded by Council Secretary Tony DeLuca.

That motion ultimately passed on a 5-0 vote with Councilmen Lloyd Martin and John Gehrig absent. With the council’s blessing, the proposed pay hike for those employees would be applied in the next pay cycle. The wage increase for bus drivers could help keep the current drivers on the road and be attractive enough to recruit new drivers.

According to a source, with a reduced hourly wage, longer and more shifts and morale generally low, there was a tentative plan for a walkout on Saturday, July 2 in the middle of a holiday weekend. The same source said on Wednesday the salary increase approved by the council on Tuesday would likely stave off that planned walkout.

For his part, Knight said he hoped the approved salary hike for drivers and supervisors would lead to recruiting, hiring and training more drivers for the current summer season.

“I just think it’s really important to hire more drivers,” he said. “I understand some drivers are holding back to see if there is going to be an increase. I think this is the right move for this summer right now. The drivers I talk to say they are passing families every day. The deployments are 15 to 20 minutes apart, and some families are seeing three or four buses go by before they get picked up.”

Councilman Mark Paddack, who also serves on the transportation committee, agreed the pay hike approved on Tuesday could help ease some of the challenges with the municipal bus system.

“I want to thank the city manager and staff for moving quickly on this,” he said. “The transportation committee has been discussing this for months now. The town of Ocean City employees and their families are having a difficult time right now. I personally don’t like seeing families with young children stranded on the sidewalk. I think this is the right thing to do.”

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BY CHARLENE SHARPE

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SNOW HILL – With this year’s primary election less than a month away, officials are reminding voters of two polling place changes.

As the July 19 primary nears, the Worcester County Board of Elections reminds voters that early voting, which runs from July 7 to July 14, will be held at Worcester Preparatory School. The other polling place change is for voters that normally vote at Stephen Decatur Middle School (SDMS) on primary day.

They will instead vote at Berlin Intermediate School.

“These two polling place changes will be for the primary election only,” said Patricia Jackson, election director.

“We are hoping SDMS will have renovations completed in time to use their facility for the November election and the reason we are using Worcester Preparatory School for early voting in the primary is due to the election being moved to July 19th—we would normally use the Roland E. Powell Convention Center in Ocean City but were concerned that the summer traffic would be a hindrance to the voters.”

The primary, which will decide several races in this year’s local elections, will be held July 19 with voting from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Early voting, which runs from July 7 to July 14, including Saturday and Sunday, will also be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Worcester Preparatory School. A ballot drop box will also be located at the school for those voting by mail to place their ballots if they prefer not to mail them. Ballots will be picked up from the drop box daily.

As for those placing their primary votes the day of July 19, the majority of the polling places will remain the same as in years past. The only change is for those who traditionally vote at Stephen Decatur Middle. The school is undergoing renovations and is not available so those who typically cast their ballots there should report to Berlin Intermediate School on Franklin Avenue in Berlin.

Specimen ballots will be mailed to all qualified registered voters prior to the beginning of early voting and will contain information on dates of early voting, Election Day, and polling place.

Jackson said she does not expect the location changes for this year’s primary to impact turnout.

“Voters have the choice of vote by mail ballot, early voting and Election Day polling place voting,” she said.

“Historically, primary elections have a low turnout as compared to general election turnout.”

For the 2020 presidential primary, which because of COVID-19 was primarily vote by mail, 40.31% of registered voters voted.

Man Gets 7 Years For Dealing Crack

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BY SHAWN J. SOPER MANAGING EDITOR

BERLIN – A Berlin man, who pleaded guilty in federal court in April to possession of nearly 400 grams of crack cocaine with intent to distribute, was sentenced last Friday to seven years in prison.

Marcus Pitts, 49, of Berlin, pleaded guilty in April in U.S. District Court to possession with intent to distribute crack cocaine. According to Pitts’ guilty pleas, in September 2018, members of the Worcester County Criminal Enforcement Team (WCCET) were investigating Pitts for suspected drug distribution. While conducting surveillance at Pitts’ residence, investigators saw a suspected drug user go into the residence, come out a short time later, and then drive away, according to police reports.

Investigators conducted a traffic stop of the vehicle and recovered a glass smoking pipe and the small amount of cocaine, which the suspect acknowledged he had just purchased from Pitts, according to police reports. On September 14, 2018, WCCET members executed a search warrant on Pitts’ residence and recovered roughly 396 grams of crack cocaine, baking soda, a glass Pyrex dish, plastic baggies, an empty digital scale box, three cellphones and nearly $1,500 in cash.

An additional cellphone was recovered from Pitts outside the residence. A subsequent search warrant of the cellphones revealed numerous text messages indicating Pitts was involved in trafficking crack cocaine. Pitts was released from state custody on bail in September 2018.

He was arrested again on a federal warrant in January 2019. At the time of his arrest, Pitts was in possession of a bag of crack cocaine, which he reportedly attempted to throw away was police officers approached him.

A cellphone was also recovered from Pitts at the MARCUS time of his arrest, and a PITTS search revealed text messages that indicated Pitts continued to distribute crack cocaine while he was released from state custody on bail.

Pitts and the federal government agreed that if the court accepts the plea agreement, Pitts would be sentenced to seven years in federal prison. On Friday, Pitts appeared in federal court for a sentencing hearing and was sentenced to seven years in jail, followed by three years of supervised probation upon his release.

United States Attorney Erek L. Barron commended Homeland Security Investigations and the WCCET, comprised of the Ocean City Police Department, the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office, the Maryland State Police, the Pocomoke City Police Department and the Ocean Pines Police Department, for their work in the investigation and thanked the Worcester County State’s Attorney’s Office for its assistance.

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STAFF WRITER

SNOW HILL – County officials approved a cellular antenna lease approval process this week.

On Tuesday, the Worcester County Commissioners voted 5-0 to approve a process for leasing antenna space on county water towers. While the requests to lease space have been handled on a case-by-case basis in the past, staff recommended a standardized procedure based on the one used in Ocean City.

“We don’t need to reinvent the wheel,” Public Works Director Dallas Baker said.

Baker presented the commissioners with a proposed approval process this week after his department fielded mul-

tiple inquiries in recent months related to leasing space on water towers for antennas. He said that rather than continuing on a case-by-case basis, the county should have a process in place.

“There’s no standardized procedure for how we approach this,” he said.

Baker consulted with Ocean City officials and created a policy that mirrors the one in place in the resort, he said.

Cellular providers will have to agree to the lease agreement and monthly payment before they can put any equipment on Worcester’s water towers.

When asked about county towers, Baker said there were six in all—two in Ocean Pines, one in Newark, one at the Landings, one at Riddle Farm and one at Mystic Harbour. He said the towers in Newark and Ocean Pines currently had

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antennas on them.

The proposed lease approval process outlines what cellular providers would be expected to pay for leases, which will be done in 20-year agreements. Baker said like Ocean City, the county would charge providers $4,000 per month per tower on which the provider places equipment. That $4,000 per month would be deposited into the reserve fund of the water and sewer service area where the tower is located. The additional $48,000 a year per antenna could help offset the costs associated with repainting the county’s water towers. It costs about $500,000 to repaint a tower, Baker said.

The commissioners voted 5-0, with Commissioners Diana Purnell and Bud Church absent, to approve the process.

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OCEAN CITY – A vehicle-pedestrian collision on Coastal Highway on Monday night claimed the life of a visiting volunteer firefighter in the resort for the annual convention.

The Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) is currently investigating a fatal pedestrian collision that occurred around 9:40 p.m. on Coastal Highway in the area of 46th Street. The preliminary investigation revealed the victim was in the roadway and not in a marked crosswalk, according to police reports.

The vehicle that struck the pedestrian was traveling northbound on Coastal near 46th Street. Lifesaving efforts were initiated by police officers and Ocean City EMS, but the pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The pedestrian has been identified as Noah Day, 22, of Elkton, Md., later confirmed as a volunteer firefighter in town for the annual Maryland State Firemen’s Association (MSFA) convention, which began Monday. The driver, a 44-yearold male from Berlin, remained at the scene.

The Ocean City Traffic Safety Unit is currently investigating to determine the cause of the collision. Alcohol was determined not to be a factor for the driver.

Any individuals with information regarding the incident are asked to contact Pfc. Ramirez at yramirez@oceancitymd.gov, or call the department’s tip line at 410520-5136. Emails can also be sent to crimetips@oceancitymd.gov or by calling 410-723-6610.

Northbound Coastal Highway traffic from 45th Street to 48th Street was diverted to an alley for roughly three-anda-half hours while officers processed the scene of the crash.

At the end of Tuesday’s regular meeting, Mayor Rick Meehan referenced the tragic loss of a visiting volunteer firefighter.

“It was great to welcome the Maryland State Firemen’s Association on Monday morning to the town of Ocean City,” he said. “They’re back after a twoyear absence. They’re back in force and they are extremely happy to be here.”

Meehan then referenced the tragic incident on Monday night involving an association member.

“Unfortunately, there was an accident last night on Coastal Highway and there was a pedestrian that was killed,” he said. “It is very unfortunate, and it hasn’t happened in a number of years in Ocean City. What makes it even more relevant was he was a volunteer firefighter from North East here for the convention. Our thoughts and prayers go out to this gentleman and his family and all of the members of the MSFA. I talked to them today and I expressed our grief and our support for the family and the organization.”

Police, Schools Probe Gun Video

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SALISBURY – Police say they are investigating a video in which the son of a Wicomico County school board member is shown holding a rifle while making racist remarks.

On June 14, Parkside High School administration was made aware of a video reportedly created by a Parkside student in which a teenager is seen brandishing a gun while making a violent, racist statement, according to Wicomico County Public Schools. The school system reports the video had been shared among students, with word about it being spread through social media.

“Please know that this video does not in any way reflect the feelings or teachings of the student’s school or of Wicomico County Public Schools,” the statement reads. “Much like those who have contacted us about the video, we are shocked and revolted by both the language and the visual content of this video.”

The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office says an investigation is ongoing and the student in the video, a juvenile, has been identified. During that investigation, deputies recovered the rifle that was brandished and determined it to be a pellet rifle, which was seized as part of the investigation.

“This is currently an active and ongoing investigation and the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office is continuing to work with the Board of Education while consulting with the State’s Attorney’s Office,” a statement from sheriff’s office reads. “The student involved in this video will not be at the school for what remains of the school year.”

In the meantime, there have been calls for the student’s mother, Wicomico County Board of Education member Tonya Laird Lewis, to step down from her position.

In a comment this week, Lewis – who is currently seeking re-election to the school board – said, “Right now, we are focusing on our son and following the policy and the protocols set forth by the Wicomico County Sheriff's Office and the Wicomico County Public School system.”

Wicomico County Public Schools reports the school system is also working with law enforcement to fully investigate the matter, which will also be handled in accordance with the Code of Conduct.

“While we are unable to comment on an individual student due to federal privacy rules, and cannot speak on an active investigation, please know that an investigation of this video and the student involved was immediately begun by school administration and Safe Schools personnel and is ongoing …,” a statement reads.

“We thank those who shared their concerns about the video with the student’s school administrators so this matter could be addressed quickly. Supporting safety in our schools and our community is a priority for all of us, and it’s important for everyone to say something if they see or hear something concerning.”

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OPA Considers Changes To Annual Meeting, Voting

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OCEAN PINES – The allowance of a hybrid annual meeting and provisions for electronic voting highlight proposed changes to the association’s governing documents.

On Wednesday, members of the Ocean Pines Association (OPA) Board of Directors had before them a motion to approve revisions to Resolution B-03, which establishes the procedures for holding the community’s annual meeting. Association President Colette Horn noted the proposed changes would allow OPA to hold the meeting in a hybrid format, with both in-person and online attendance.

“In light of the challenges we have experienced garnering sufficient member participation at our annual meeting using the in-person model, it has been pro-

posed that the 2022 annual meeting be conducted as a hybrid meeting,” she said.

“The authority to do so resides in a revision to the Maryland Homeowners Association Act.” Officials noted the proposed motion asks the board to incorporate language from the Maryland Homeowners Association Act into the community’s governing documents. Director Doug Parks said he supported the idea of a hybrid meeting, but questioned how the association would differentiate between members of the public and members of OPA. “How do you differentiate someone that’s attending publicly that may not be a member of the association and one that is?” he asked. “How are we going to validate and verify that the folks attending the meeting virtually are dues-paying members of the association?”

Ocean Pines Elections Committee Chair Carol Ludwig said her group had

proposed a timeline for verifying virtual participants.

“The committee talked about it and thought that 48 hours before the meeting people have to, via email, verify and tell us what name they will use at the virtual meeting,” she replied.

Board members, however, questioned what would happen if participants forgot.

Director Larry Perrone added that the process of a hybrid meeting brought up too many issues.

“The attendance at the meetings have deteriorated once we started announcing the results of the election prior to the meeting,” he said. “And my opinion is this is just going to make it worse. I think there are problems as we just discussed here … While I understand it’s allowable, I think it’s a bad idea. The annual meeting is too important to do it virtually, and I don’t think I can support this.”

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“The only issue I have with this is at the very beginning it says annual meetings of the association can be held as a virtual meeting or a hybrid of a virtual meeting …,” she said. “I think we have to make sure we’re not disenfranchising anyone in the neighborhood, so I would ask for that language to be changed.”

Going back to Parks’ concerns, Director Frank Daly questioned if a link to the hybrid meeting could be sent to those who provide identification prior to the annual meeting. Perrone, however, said that would not meet the definition of an open meeting.

“The meeting has to be open,” he replied. “We can’t just send a link to the people who registered.”

After further discussion, officials agreed to work with the elections committee to address the board’s concerns.

“We can revisit it next month,” Horn said.

Board members this week also had before them a first reading to amend Resolution M-06.

“The changes and amendment to M06 will allow the Ocean Pines Association to contract with a vendor to conduct electronic voting for annual elections and referendums,” Perrone said.

In February, the Ocean Pines Elections Committee presented the OPA Board of Directors with a presentation on electronic voting for future elections, as well as cost estimates from four online voting vendors.

Officials noted the changes to Resolution M-06 would allow the association to move forward with the process.

“We need to get a second reading done fairly quickly so that we can get a contract drawn by the contractor and submit it for approval,” Perrone said.

Ludwig noted that if approved, the hybrid voting system would give association members the option to either vote online or by mail.

“They can’t vote both ways,” she added.

Peck agreed.

“Nobody will be able to vote twice using this system,” she said.

Association member Joe Reynolds questioned how the association would handle a recount under a hybrid system.

Officials noted there would be a record of electronic votes.

“Why don’t we just ask the company how they handle a recount?” Daly added.

“I would like to believe Ocean Pines isn’t the only association in the United States of America that could have a recount.”

Parks added that the resolution should also include instructions for how and where ballots should be stored. Officials noted those questions could be addressed before the second reading.

“We’ll also bring a contract forward as part of second reading …,” Perrone said.

“I’m assuming we’ll do a special meeting to get this wrapped up so the elections committee can hit the ground running.”

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FROM PAGE 4 “Is there any reason we can’t table this until then to get some answers to some of these things? I’d rather get it right.”

Councilman Mark Paddack, who had made a motion to approve the terms sheet as proposed, agreed there were some questions, but said there would be time to address those issues when the contract came back to the council.

“I’m hearing a lot of dancing around here,” he said. “I know we want to get this right, but this is the first time we negotiated with the air show. The motion is to approve the terms in coordination with the city solicitor. We know there is going to be a contract coming back to us.

At that point, I would suggest moving the contract to a work session.”

Mayor Rick Meehan said he desired stronger language requiring one of the major American military jet demonstration teams is included in the air show.

“The headliners are the Thunderbirds and the Blue Angels,” he said. “Those are the acts that make the air show go. I think we need to have one or the other to do the air show. That’s just me. They make it a patriotic American air show. That’s the draw. To have them in conjunction with these other teams, that’s even better.”

Perlozzo said the promoter makes every effort to secure either the Blue Angels or the Thunderbirds and has been successful for numerous years.

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“The promoter is proud of what he produces in Ocean City,” he said. “We need to work together in the effort to bring in the Blue Angels. He’s willing to work with us. He’ll make every effort to do what you want him to do.”

Another issue that created some heartburn for the council was a clause in the proposed terms sheet that grants the promoter the right to provide its own equipment, including, but not limited to chairs, tables and umbrellas, in the venue, which runs from 13th Street to 17th Street. However, some on the council questioned if that potential clause violates the beach equipment rental franchisee’s rights to exclusivity in that fourblock area during the air show. Perlozzo said the air show promoter has successfully worked with the beach franchisee in the past. “The producer has worked well with the local franchisee,” he said.

“In the past, there has been the use of some sponsored equipment and that’s noted in this document. They always make sure they reach an amicable agreement with the beach equipment franchisee.”

Miller said that particular item could use more scrutiny.

“We need to look at this particular item more closely at the staff level,” he said.

“We need to come up with some proper way to manage it. It’s everyone’s desire to make sure the beach franchisee, the town and the promoter are all happy with

the arrangement.”

Perlozzo said the perceived conflicts with the beach equipment franchisee were not unique to the air show and occurs with other special events on the beach.

“The air show is not a singular issue as it related to the beach franchise,” he said. “It includes other events that we’ve been made aware with potential concern for the beach rental franchise operator.”

Meehan said there could be some compromise reached. He said the air show brings in some equipment that the beach equipment franchisee does not of-

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fer.

“The question is the type of equipment the beach franchisee rents such as chairs and umbrellas,” he said. “There has to be a compromise in there. I know they want to get this done too. We don’t want to go through what we went through last year with this contract. That’s not in anyone’s best interest.”

After considerable debate, the council decided to table the proposed terms sheet for the air show until next week’s work session in an effort to get some of their concerns addressed and questions answered.

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Around 6:30 a.m. last Sunday, an Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officer responded to a Boardwalk restaurant for a reported breaking and entering.

According to police reports, an employee at the restaurant arrived for work and found the back door vandalized and the lock broken.

The officer met with the employee, who said he arrived at around 5:47 a.m. and found the door to a storeroom in the hotel adjacent to the restaurant where food and other supplies are kept had been kicked in. The employee told the officer the storeroom was always kept locked, according to police reports.

Officers made contact with hotel employees to gain access to video surveillance footage. The footage showed a male suspect entering the hotel property and roaming, according to police reports. The investigation revealed the male, later identified as Caleb Short, 20, of Southwest, Ohio, entered the hotel office and asked front desk personnel to allow him to use the phone to contact his girlfriend,

according to police reports.

Hotel employees recalled Short asking them to use the house phone to contact his girlfriend and at least three calls were made. The employees recognized Short as the male who had asked to use the phone from the surveillance video. The hotel employees recalled Short’s girlfriend describing her location as an Airbnb at 2nd Street across the street from a smoke shop.

Officers knew the location and responded to a condo building there. Police presented a photograph to the woman who answered the door to the condo unit, and she said, “Oh yeah, that’s Caleb,” according to police reports. Short was located inside the condo unit and was detained. He was charged at that point with malicious destruction of property.

Meanwhile, another OCPD officer responded to a different reported breaking and entering at a beach bar storeroom on the Boardwalk. Security footage revealed Short entering a storeroom owned by a resort hotel group, which provided access to the beach bar’s storeroom. Security footage revealed Short had allegedly kicked in two storeroom doors in the process, according to police reports.

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Officers contacted U-Haul and the manager there said the company would like to report the truck was stolen. The value of the truck as $34,600. While on the scene, officers observed Allotey walking away from the hotel at 5th Street and Washington Lane and he was detained.

When officers attempted to handcuff Allotey, he reportedly began pulling away and resisting arrest.

Officers viewed security footage captured by the hotel, which revealed Allotey entering the stolen vehicle while it was attached to the tow truck and driving off, damaging straps and other equipment in the process. Based on the security footage, the tow truck driver’s testimony and the fact the officer observed Allotey driving the stolen vehicle past him while he was on his way to the scene, Allotey

was charged with motor vehicle theft and malicious destruction of property. A search of Allotey revealed the keys to the stolen U-Haul vehicle in his pants pocket, according to police reports.

Officers located the stolen vehicle in the parking lot of a hotel on St. Louis Avenue and the tow truck driver was told he could recover it. The tow truck driver told officers when he first located the truck back at 5th Street, he had recovered a dog from within the stolen vehicle. The tow truck driver informed police when he removed the dog, it collapsed due to hydration. The tow truck driver told officers he nearly had to break a window to get the dog out of the vehicle.

Because Allotey was in possession of the stolen vehicle and its keys, it was determined he could have provided water and nutrition for the dog, and additional charges of animal cruelty were tacked on.

Handgun Arrest After Chase OCEAN CITY – A Pennsylvania man was arrested last week on handgun charg-

es after allegedly running from police and discarding the weapon behind a wooden fence.

Around 12:15 a.m. last Thursday, an Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officer patrolling in the downtown area reportedly observed two males sprinting north on Wilmington Lane near 3rd Street.

The officer observed one of the males, later identified as Cody Refi, 28, of Ephrata, Pa., running awkwardly with his right arm stiff and rigid and his right hand appeared to be holding something in his waistband, according to police reports.

Refi reportedly observed the officer and stopped running. However, he continued to hold his hand at an object in his waistband. The officer observed a bulge in the area of Refi’s waistband that was not in the area of the pockets of his sweatpants. The bulge was not consistent with a cellphone or a wallet, according to police reports.

Refi and the other male walked slowly away from the officer’s position, looking back over their shoulders as they did so, according to police reports. The two men

June 24, 2022 then suddenly began sprinting away again down Wilmington Lane and Refi continued his furtive movements with the object in his waistband as he fled the area.

Based on his observations, the officer believed Refi had a handgun in his waistband, according to police reports.

OCPD officers observed Refi in the area of 6th Street and Wilmington Lane near a wooden fence in a position as if he just jumped over the fence, according to police reports. He ran again but was ultimately detained by OCPD officers. Officers frisked Refi with negative results and there was no longer a bulge in his waistband, according to police reports.

OCPD officers did briefly lose sight of Refi, so it was determined if he did have a weapon, he could have discarded it before he was detained. An OCPD officer went to the area of the wooden fence where Refi had been seen and located a .38-caliber handgun with a laser attached laying in the dirt behind the fence. The gun was found in close proximity to where Refi had been seen jumping the fence.

Refi was arrested and charged with wearing and carrying a handgun on his person and other weapons charges.

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Around 5 p.m. on April 7, an Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officer responded to a residence on 33rd Street for a reported theft that had occurred. The officer reportedly met with the female complainant, who advised she was in the court process of evicting her tenant, identified as Robert Hill, 71, of Berlin.

The property owner provided paperwork stating Hill had to be off the property

by April 7, according to court reports. The victim said she went with her friends to the residence to clean it up, but noticed Hill had not yet vacated the premises.

The victim invited OCPD officers into the unit to show them the damage and advise what items had been stolen. The victim showed the officers a back room that she had kept locked to hold other personal items. The door had a big hole in it and the door knob was broken, according to police reports. The victim provided police with a detailed account of everything that had been damaged or stolen, including a picture frame, the broken bedroom door, an oak kitchen table that had been left out in the elements, a refrigerator with chipped paint and all of the shelves missing, two closet doors missing, and a bunk bed mattress missing, among other things.

The victim also told police she had an antique wooden clock in the unit that Hill allegedly stole. The victim was able to provide evidence that Hill had attempted to sell the antique clock on Facebook Marketplace. OCPD officers located Hill a short time later in the area of Worcester Street and placed him under arrest for theft and malicious destruction of property.

Last week, Hill pleaded guilty to malicious destruction of property and was sentenced to 30 days in jail, which was suspended. He was then placed on unsupervised probation for 18 months.

No Fourth Fireworks In OC Again

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BY SHAWN J. SOPER

MANAGING EDITOR

OCEAN CITY – Fourth of July fireworks in Ocean City will not happen again this year as a labor shortage for the vendor has canceled the annual event.

Ocean City officials received surprising news on Tuesday when they learned the two fireworks shows scheduled for downtown and at Northside Park would not go on as planned. The fireworks vendor contracted to provide the two shows for both holiday celebrations told resort officials that labor shortages resulted in having inadequate staff to host the events as planned.

Town officials immediately began contacting additional vendors in the hope of finding a new supplier for both of the cancelled shows. For the record, the Town of Berlin’s Fourth of July fireworks show is still on as planned, although Berlin has a different vendor.

City Manager Terry McGean said Ocean City was quickly pivoting in a different direction to provide entertainment on the mid-summer milestone.

“You know what they say when things don’t go as planned,” he said.

“You make a new plan, which is exactly what we’ve done.”

The outcome of the quick turnaround comes with fresh dates and several unique lineups, including a free concert by American Idol star and Salisbury resident Jay Copeland. The town’s new plan includes events uptown and downtown on July 3 and July 5. On July 3, an intimate Independence Day celebration is planned in conjunction with the Sundaes in the Park event, featuring a 7 p.m. concert by Mike Hines and the Look, followed by “a condensed fireworks show at 9 p.m.,” according to the city.

On Tuesday, July 5, at 8 p.m., Copeland will take the stage at Northside Park as part of the Fourth of July celebration. Also on July 5, Ocean City will feature live music beginning at 8 p.m. and fireworks beginning at 9:30 p.m. The show will be a departure from Ocean City’s traditional Independence Day fireworks display and will include pyrotechnic elements from Celebrations Fireworks Company.

Due to the height of the new fireworks display, residents and visitors are urged to view the show from the beach between the pier and 3rd Street.

The modest show won’t likely be visible throughout the downtown area and beyond as usual. McGean said the new plan is not ideal, but would provide ample opportunities for residents and visitors to celebrate the holiday.

“We faced a bit of a twist this year, but our staff was determined to put on Independence Day celebrations our residents and visitors could enjoy,” he

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said. “Although we would have loved to host our traditional celebrations on July 4th, I think the spirit of Independence Day will have the same great impact no matter what day we celebrate. This year, we have three great ways to celebrate, including a free concert by Maryland’s very own American Idol Jay Copeland.”

In 2020, the annual Fourth of July fireworks show was postponed during the height of the pandemic over concerns about the large crowds in a small area the event would draw. In 2021, with COVID waning, Fourth of July fireworks downtown and at Northside Park were set to return, but as the vendor’s crew were off-loading the pyrotechnics from a box truck on the beach at Dorchester Street, one of the explosives detonated unintentionally, causing a chain reaction that set off other fireworks at the scene.

The result was a series of explosions that sent a plume of smoke into the sky that could be seen from miles away. Out of an abundance of caution, the town’s Fourth of July fireworks shows downtown and at Northside Park were cancelled. On Tuesday, resort officials announced the annual Fourth of July fireworks show was cancelled again this year, this time because a labor shortage with the vendor would not make it possible.

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Train Car Donation To Support Germantown School

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Above left, Berlin resident William Whaley and Germantown School Community Heritage Center President Barbara Purnell are pictured with the train cars Whaley donated at a summer kickoff event last Saturday. Above right, children enjoy a train ride at last week’s festivities.

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BERLIN – A local tradition is now a permanent part of the Germantown School Community Heritage Center thanks to a donation from a Berlin resident.

Lifelong Berlin resident William Whaley on Saturday donated three cars for the children’s train ride that’s such a popular part of community events. Whaley, a retiree, makes the cars in his free time and wanted to ensure the historic school had its own set.

“The kids love it,” said Barbara Purnell, president of the Germantown School Community Heritage Center. “It’s one of the highlights of our summer kickoff every year. We’re so grateful.”

On Saturday, the Germantown School once again hosted its annual summer kickoff for local kids. As always, Whaley’s original train – pulled by a lawnmower – was there to provide rides for children in attendance. While the original train cars are decades old and made of metal, in recent years Whaley has found cheaper and even safer ways to construct

them. The set he donated to the school is made of plastic rain barrels on their sides, attached to hand carts, with seats cut into the barrels. Pool noodles line the cut edges of the barrels.

“I thought you could have kids decorate the sides of the barrels,” Whaley told Purnell Saturday.

After providing additional advice on how to replace the pool noodles if necessary and where to find replacement wheels, Whaley said the idea for the train came from a visit to Pennsylvania more than 20 years ago. He saw a sim-

ilar train there and decided to see if he could make one for Berlin kids. The initial attempt was a success and has been a staple at events like the summer kickoff and the Berlin Police Department’s National Night Out event for years.

“I like to do it,” he said, adding that he’d wanted to make a set for the school so they’d always have it for their community events.

Whaley, who retired after 35 years at Casual Designs, is also known locally for his dune buggy, a regular entry in the Berlin Memorial Day parade.

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Among the speakers during the event were Master of Ceremonies Gregory Purnell, the Rev. Joseph Purnell, Benita Tindley, Beach to Bay Heritage Area Executive Director Lisa Challenger, Worcester County Commissioner Diana Purnell, Berlin Mayor Zack Tyndall, building owner Shelly Bruder, above, and artist Coleman, below. Dozens of Tindley family members, pictured top with dignitaries, were on hand to perform songs and experience the event.

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Fenwick Island Officials Explore Natural Gas Line Expansion

BY BETHANY HOOPER STAFF WRITER

FENWICK ISLAND – A proposal to send out survey letters regarding the expansion of a natural gas line into Fenwick Island will advance to the town council with a favorable recommendation from a resort committee.

Last week, members of the Fenwick Island Infrastructure Committee met with Chesapeake Utilities representatives to discuss possible natural gas distribution in town.

Chesapeake Utilities’ Dave Detrick told committee members last week the company was currently working on an extension project to bring an eight-inch pipe down Route 54 and into Ocean City. As part of that project, officials are seeking the town’s interest in expanding the line into Fenwick.

“That’s what brings us here,” he said.

“We’re on our way and we just want to open a dialogue with the town about what it would take to get gas into the town.”

Officials say the Delaware Public Service Commission requires Chesapeake Utilities to conduct a survey of the town’s residents. If the extension project proceeds, representatives report construction would start at Route 54 and work north.

“We are required to demonstrate through an economic model that any construction that we undertake to extend a main will be justified by the commitments we get to connect,” Detrick said.

To that end, representatives told committee members last week they were seeking permission to send out a survey letter.

“When it comes time, if we get a favorable recommendation to go to the mayor and council, we’d be requesting permission to send out a survey letter to every single property owner …,” said Chesapeake Utilities’ Steve Ashcraft. “We would

get a lot better idea of what’s what as far as the possibilities of extending the main.”

Officials said a gas line extension would not only reduce the number of propane tanks in town, but would help cut down on tank deliveries, emissions and consumer costs. They noted, however, that the project would require a franchise agreement between Chesapeake Utilities and the town.

“That’s a process we’d have to go through,” Ashcraft said.

Representatives noted a potential extension project could be constructed in phases, as the town completes other infrastructure improvements.

“We’d like to see what your plans are each season, from fall through spring … ,” Ashcraft explained. “In an ad hoc situation like this, it would be an invaluable tool for us to work together each year on a case-by-case basis.”

Chesapeake Utilities representatives told committee members last week they are first seeking the town’s approval to complete the community survey, which would give the company access to the town’s mailing list and letterhead.

“We’re basically looking to make a recommendation to council as to whether to go forward with the town survey at this point,” said Councilman Richard Benn, committee chair. “They are showing us there are potential benefits to the town, as well as disruptions to the town.”

After further discussion, a motion to recommend that the town council proceed with the community survey at no cost to Fenwick Island passed unanimously.

“We would love everyone to weigh in, whether they are interested or not,” said Detrick. “A no is as useful information as a yes. There would never be an obligation for anyone to connect, but there would be a requirement for the number of connections or consumption to fund a particular extension.”

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Fenwick Budget Advances To Council

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FENWICK ISLAND – A Fenwick Island committee voted last week to advance a draft of the fiscal year 2023 budget to the town council for approval.

Last Friday, the Fenwick Island Budget and Finance Committee voted unanimously to forward the proposed fiscal year 2023 budget to the town council with a favorable recommendation.

Councilman Bill Rymer, town treasurer, told committee members the first draft of the budget – presented last month – featured a projected net operating loss of nearly $240,000. Since then, he noted, that total had increased to roughly $295,000.

“It now shows a difference between revenues and expenses of roughly $295,000,” he explained. “We were expecting $240,000, but we all knew we had not finalized raises and those kinds of things.”

While changes to salaries had increased the operating loss, Rymer said it would be covered through realty transfer tax (RTT) funds.

“I want to highlight last year’s budget was an operating loss of $379,000, so year over year we’re projecting a lower loss, which is nice in helping to close that gap,” he told the committee. “Keep in mind how that $295,000 basically gets funded is it comes out of RTT revenues and the RTT fund.”

Rymer also told committee members last week a review of finances for the month of May revealed a higher cash balance than originally projected.

“Building permits continue to generate a lot of cash, so it was actually a strong month,” he said. “I’m expecting we’ll have more money at the end of the fiscal year … Hopefully we go into the next year, starting August 1, with a higher cash balance.”

After further discussion, the committee voted unanimously to forward the proposed budget to the town council for approval. Officials also thanked town staff and committee members for their help in developing the budget.

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cilman Richard Benn.

The committee last week also agreed to form a workgroup for the purposes of reviewing Fenwick’s rental tax rates. Officials noted the rental tax rate currently stands at 8% for residential properties, 4% for commercial properties and 3.5% for hotels.

“Looking at the deficit, we need to find as many sources of income to offset future deficits,” said Councilman Paul Breger, committee chair. “That’s going to require us to assess all of our tax revenues.

Mayor Vicki Carmean agreed.

“I think it’s good to do a comparison,” she said. “We’re not Ocean City, we’re not Bethany, but it’s good to see what’s going on around us … I think you are wise in having a committee look at this.”

Benn noted that the workgroup could also re-examine rentals in the residential district.

“There are a few year-round rentals, but most are vacation rentals,” he said.

“If a lease is more than eight months, we may want to think about giving them the commercial rate.”

Rymer noted that 35% of rental tax revenues came from residential, while 50% came from hotels and 15% came from commercial.

“If you wanted to increase the hotel rate by 1%, it would generate roughly $60,000 in revenue. If you wanted to increase the commercial rate for retails and restaurants, that would generate roughly $15,000,” he explained. “This just gives you an idea of the impact of changing things 1%.”

After further discussion, the committee agreed to review the rental tax rates and make recommendations to the town council in the fall.

“I think we should be making a midseason adjustment, so we can implement on January 1,” Benn said.

Councilwoman Natalie Magdeburger agreed.

“That gives everyone a heads up,” she added.

Committee members last Friday also reviewed the town’s parking collections and fees, with recommended changes sent to the town council for approval.

AGH Receives S.A.F.E. Program Grant Ocean Pines Food Operations Set New Record Under Ortt Companies

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OCEAN PINES – The Matt Ortt Companies officially set a new high mark for Ocean Pines's food and beverage profits for a single fiscal year, topping $400,000 for the first time in association history.

Fiscal year 2021/2022 combined facilities profits, based on the unaudited report, were $403,554.

"With the Clubhouse Grille, Beach Club and Yacht Club combining for over $400,000 in bottom-line profits, not only did we set a record, but have now established a profit goal to break in 2023,” Matt Ortt Companies cofounder Ralph DeAngelus said.

The good news continued in May, with the Matt Ortt Companies setting yet another record for combined bottom-line profits for that month. That includes all three food and beverage operations, plus weddings and banquets.

"Our banquet and event department are selling that beautiful Yacht Club ballroom at breakneck speed,” DeAngelus said. “Additionally, this year's entertainment schedule is packed with unbelievable talent."

DeAngelus gave credit to his upper management team, including Lynda Huettner, Kearston Frey, Lia Isel, and

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Judie Scotti.

"Lynda at the Beach Club, Kearston at the Yacht Club, Lia in events, and Judie at the Clubhouse have exceeded my expectations,” he said.

“They have put their entire heart and soul into their jobs and it shows, not only in profits, but in customer satisfaction levels as well."

Ocean Pines General Manager John Viola said the continued success of the Matt Ortt Companies is a credit to their entire team.

Among his first acts as general manager in 2019 was to extend the Ortt Companies management contact.

“Since they started here in 2018, the Matt Ortt Companies have transformed our food and beverage operations,” Viola said. “They’ve done an excellent job in terms of service, quality and financial stewardship, and the numbers speak for themselves. So do the crowds every weekend at the Yacht Club.

“We couldn’t be happier with their performance over the last several years, and we’re proud to announce their record-breaking performance this last fiscal year,” Viola added.

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Atlantic General’s certified SAFE nurses assist victims of sexual assault by providing an initial sexual assault exam, along with helping to facilitate follow-up care as needed. These SAFE nurses are also the point of contact when other colleagues “red flag” a patient they are concerned may be an abuse victim.

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BERLIN – Atlantic General Hospital’s Board of Trustees recently appointed new board chair Charlotte Cathell and named Doug Cook as vice chair, Aaron Finney as treasurer and Will Esham as secretary. Additionally, Steve Green, Kevin Myers and Steven Sweigert are new general board members.

Cathell served as the Register of Wills for Worcester County from 1998 to 2018. A lifelong resident of Worcester County, Cathell is married to Judge Dale R. Cathell (retired). She is a member of the AGH Foundation and the Corporate Board. Cathell was a founder and president of Worcester County G.O.L.D. (Giving Other Lives Dignity), a former longtime member and president of the Worcester County Commission for Women and is on the board of directors of Taylor Bank. Cathell has resided in Ocean Pines for more than 40 years and is the first countywide-elected official from Ocean Pines.

“It is my honor to accept the position

of chair of the AGH Board of Trustees,” said Cathell. “While the issues facing our entire hospital system have been great over the past few years, our sense of unity and resolve have never been stronger. Along with our CEO, Don Owrey, and our entire hospital system family, I am excited for what we will accom- CHARLOTTE plish in the years to come CATHELL as we strive to be proactive and make quality care more accessible to each and every one of our service area residents.”

Shockley, the outgoing board chair, is owner of Shenanigan’s Irish Pub in Ocean City. Shockley was the 2012 recipient of the Paul Hazard Award, named after one of the original Ocean City HotelMotel-Restaurant Association (OCHMRA) members. He is a founding member of the Boardwalk Development Association, helping to implement $5 mill-

ion in boardwalk improvements, and serves on the Maryland Tourism Development Board. Shockley held other roles on the hospital board prior to beginning his term as chair three years ago.

Cook has been named vice chairman of the board. He is the chief lending officer and executive vice president at Calvin B. Taylor Banking Company. Over the years, Cook has been involved in Atlantic General Hospital by serving on the Finance Committee and also on the board for Atlantic ImmediCare. Cook also serves as a trustee member for the Life Crisis Center. Cook holds a Master of Business Administration degree from Salisbury University and a Bachelor of Science in finance from Regis University.

He served in the United States Army as well.

Esham has been named secretary of the board. Esham is an attorney with Ayres, Jenkins, Gordy & Almand, P.A. He graduated from Washington & Lee University in 1987. He was admitted to

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the bar in 1991 after obtaining his law degree from University of Baltimore. He is a member of the Worcester County Bar Association and Maryland State Bar Association. In addition to serving on the board of Atlantic General, Esham is a member of the Board of Trustees of Worcester Preparatory School, the GREG Board of Directors of Oc- SHOCKLEY ean City Golf Club, attorney for the Ocean City Planning and Zoning Commission and past president of St. Martin's Church Foundation.

Finney has been named treasurer of the board. He was appointed to the board in 2020 and serves on the Finance Committee and the Information Technology Steering Committee. He is president and CEO of TRGroup, Inc., a United States SBA certified information technology and security consulting firm. He also serves on the Wor-Wic Community College Computer Studies Program Advisory Committee and the Parkside Career and Technical Education Program Advisory Committee as well as other technical steering committees. Finney began supporting the hospital as an AGH Foundation member, before serving on the foundation board for six years.

Chair of the AGH Foundation, Green has been appointed as a voting member of the AGH Board of Trustees. He has served on the board as a non-voting member for the last year in his role as foundation chair. He joined the AGH foundation in 2012, becoming a board member in 2014. He served as chair of the Membership Committee for seven years and foundation vice chair for two years before becoming chair in June 2021.

Green, who graduated with degrees in communications and political science from Loyola University Maryland, has been the publisher and editor of The Dispatch newspaper for 25 years.

Myers has been appointed to the AGH Board of Trustees. A resident of the West Ocean City/Berlin area, Myers is the internal certified public accountant and tax advisor for The Oxford Companies. He is a graduate of the University of Maryland, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in accounting. He completed his master's degree in taxation from Georgetown University. Myers began supporting Atlantic General when he joined the AGH Foundation in 2020 and currently serves on the Foundation Board.

Sweigert has been appointed to the board. A financial advisor and partner with Mitchell and Hastings Financial Services, Sweigert has over a decade of experience in assisting clients find financial prosperity. Sweigert graduated from Bloomsburg University with a Bachelor of Science in economics and has earned the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor designation. Sweigert has been involved with the hospital for many years. He also serves on the AGH Foundation Board and plays a very active role, continuing to co-chair the annual Robert E. Warfield Memorial Fall Golf Classic.

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poration recognized incoming and outgoing members of the AGH Board of Trustees for their service to the hospital at its annual meeting in May. Below, outgoing AGH Board Chair Greg Shockley presented outgoing board member Lois Sirman with a beautiful print by local artist and former board member Patrick Henry for her many years of service. Sirman served on the Board of Trustees from 2011 to 2022. Above, past chairs of the Atlantic General Hospital Board of Trustees welcomed new board chair Charlotte Cathell at Atlantic General’s annual Corporation meeting. Pictured, from left, are Lou Taylor, Jack Burbage, Charlotte Cathell, Jay Bergey, Cam Bunting, Greg Shockley and Regan Smith.

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OCEAN CITY – As work continues on a bike strategic plan, officials say they are looking to schedule public meetings on two proposed bike path improvements.

Last week, Planning and Community Development Director Bill Neville presented the Ocean City Bike and Pedestrian Advisory Committee with an update on the town’s bike strategic plan.

“We are in the final 20% of the contract with the consultant, and we were trying to schedule neighborhood meetings” he told committee members.

Earlier this year, the town hired Toole Design Group, a national consultant, to develop a strategic plan that will be used to expand its bicycle network.

In recent years, the resort has embarked on a multi-phased initiative to install a continuous bike path from one end of town to another without using Coastal Highway. With the help of a strategic plan, officials say the town will have designs and cost estimates for several proposed biking corridors, including Coastal Highway, 94th Street, 146th Street and town alleys from 27th to 94th streets.

As part of its strategic planning process, town staff and Toole Design came before the council in February to present

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options for three significant bike path projects – one at 94th Street, one at 146th Street and another along the town alleyways from 27th to 94th streets.

After considerable debate, however, the Mayor and Council agreed to throw out plans for utilizing the town alleyways after it was learned the proposed bike path called for the elimination of 125 parking spaces. Instead, the council recom-

mended having a workshop to discuss potential design options for improved biking paths along 94th and 146th streets.

“We’re still waiting to schedule those two meetings and then they’ll finish the design process,” Neville said last week.

Neville also pointed out that the town was also exploring state funding as it looks to implement projects from the strategic plan.

“We just tripped past one of the state’s funding cycles. They have a program that helps come up with construction money… ,” he said. “We’re just going to get ourselves lined up for the following year.”

He continued, “We have our eye on that because that was one of the purposes of going through this strategic plan, was to identify projects that could receive funding from the state.”

Wicomico Health Care Change’s Goal To Assist Hilliard Family

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SALISBURY – County officials say they will begin exploring ways to expand health care benefits to families of employees fallen in the line of duty.

On June 13, just two days after Wicomico County Sheriff’s Deputy Glenn Hilliard was killed in the line of duty, the Wicomico County Council met in a special session to discuss health care benefits for a service in the line of duty death.

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of those law enforcement officers, what that definition might be and what we can do in our current health care contract to take care of the survivors of a fallen law enforcement officer,” said Acting County Executive John Psota.

Officials told the county last week they were looking to amend the Wicomico’s personnel manual to expand health care benefits for the families of county employees who die in the line of duty. Human Resources Director Jaclyn Curry noted that while the manual allowed families of county employees eligible for retirement to continue receiving benefits, it did not address employees who are not eligible for retire-

ment.

“So if a deceased employee was not eligible for retirement and continuation of benefits, the spouse and/or eligible dependents may retain their health insurance under appropriate and applicable state and federal laws, which means COBRA coverage,” she explained. “If any of you are familiar with COBRA coverage, it’s very expensive.”

Curry said an amendment to the personnel manual would assist those family members.

“It would be in a non-active, post-tax group that we already have in place that would offer that option to eligible surviving spouses and dependents of employees that are not eligible for retirement,” she said.

Major Tod Richardson of the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office urged council members this week to make the necessary changes before July 31, when Hilliard’s health care benefits are set to expire.

“Currently the family is covered until July 31 under this current situation,” he said.

Councilman Joe Holloway questioned if the proposed changes would apply to family members of all county employees.

“If we had a county roads employee get killed along the road, or we had someone get killed a few years ago working out at the landfill - he got electrocuted on the job - would this include them?” he asked.

Curry said it was something officials would consider as they did research on the proposed manual changes.

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“That’s something we’re looking at, what the coverage would include.” she replied.

Council President John Cannon questioned if the proposed changes could even be made before July 31, as a legislative bill to amend the personnel manual would require two meetings and a public hearing.

“Would this fall under emergency legislation?” he asked. “The key is how quickly can we act if we choose to do so?”

County attorney Paul Wilber said the bill would likely not meet the definition of emergency legislation.

“I think it would be tough to categorize it under emergency,” he said.

After further discussion, the council agreed to have staff complete a cost analysis and develop proposed manual changes.

The council last week also voted to transfer $454,101 from contingency to the county’s death benefit account to fully fund the $500,000 death benefit to Hilliard’s family.

“From our agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police, we have a benefit under Article 10, Section C to pay the beneficiary $500,000,” said Deputy Finance Director Charles Schmechel. “The term life death benefit currently only has a $45,000 balance to it, so we are asking to move the remainder of the funds from contingency.”

With no further discussion, the council voted unanimously to approve the transfer.

National Potato Tour To Stop At Thrasher’s In OC

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OCEAN CITY – The Original Thrasher’s® French Fries will welcome the Famous Idaho® Potato Tour to Ocean City on Saturday, June 25.

The Famous Idaho® Potato Tour is hitting the coast and making a stop at the Thrasher’s® French Fries on the Boardwalk from noon-4 p.m.

The 72-foot-long Big Idaho Potato Truck and representatives will be at the Inlet location hanging with Ocean City favorites such as Thrasher’s® French Fries, Jolly Roger® at the Pier and Ripley’s Believe It or Not. “Thrasher’s French Fries is all about their VIPs, Very Important Potatoes, all of which come from Idaho,” said Steve Pastusak, Vice President of Jolly Roger Amusement Parks®.

“Thrasher’s Fries are made only from the highest quality Idaho potatoes and delivered the 2,500 miles to Ocean City for those iconic fries that have become a staple of the Ocean City Boardwalk.”

The Tater Team will be at the Big Idaho Potato Truck in Ocean City to spread the fun and make memories with their four-ton Idaho® potato and awesome giveaways. In addition to spreading the word about Idaho® Potatoes, the Idaho® Potato Tour is offering “A Big Helping” of $1,000 to chosen Ocean City charity, Diakonia Inc.® Visitors and residents can stop by Thrasher’s® original Inlet location to enjoy an afternoon in Ocean City celebrating Big Idaho Potato Truck, the best French fries on the planet at Thrasher’s® French Fries, and Jolly Roger® at the Pier.

Thrasher’s® French Fries was founded in 1929 by Mr. J.T. Thrasher. In 1974, Charles “Buddy” Jenkins purchased Thrasher’s French Fries, refusing to alter the original recipe or cooking process. The unique concept of simply selling the best-tasting French fry ever eaten quickly became an Ocean City icon and has remained a tradition for almost 100 years.

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COMMUNITY News In Photos

The General Levin Winder Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) installed new officers at a recent meeting at Don’s Seafood, Snow Hill, Maryland. Maryland State Society Vice Regent Liz Dearing installed officers Tally Hann, regent; Darlene Stevens, recording secretary; Carol Wanzer, treasurer; Sharon Moak, historian; Gail Weldin, registrar.

The Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City inducted new member Doug Ege at one of its weekly meetings in May. Pictured left to right are Kiwanis Club President Tim Lund, Ege and his sponsor Diane Sparzak, who is also the club’s membership chair.

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The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore (CFES) donated $4,500 to the Ocean City Museum Society to support the revitalization of the Henry Hotel, an iconic building in south Ocean City. Erica Joseph of CFES is pictured presenting the check to Nancy Howard of the museum society.

The Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City donated $500 to Cedar Chapel Special School. Belinda Gulyas, principal of the school, is pictured accepting the donation from Tim Lund, the club’s president.

Wor-Wic Community College recently held a reception for employees who retired after many years of dedicated service to the college. Dr. Ray Hoy, president of Wor-Wic, in the back row at far left, is shown with some of this year’s retirees, from left, next to Hoy, Deborah D. Fries, assistant professor of mathematics, 37 years; and Dr. Edward T. Taylor, professor of biological science, 23 years. In the front row, from left, are Georgia Cooper, administrative associate III in the continuing education and workforce development division, 13 years; Nora L. Lebois, executive assistant to the president, 12 years; and Rosemarie Bagnall, administrative associate I in student services, 10 years.

The Ocean City Development Corporation (OCDC) made a donation to the Ocean City Museum Society to support the revitalization of the Henry Hotel in Ocean City. Pictured are Glenn Irwin of OCDC, Kenny Camper, Kevin Gibbs of OCDC and Nancy Howard of the museum society.

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Association President Named BERLIN – Cheryl Nottingham, vice president of finance/CFO for Atlantic General Hospital and Health System, assumed the role of president of the Maryland chapter of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) on June 1.

Nottingham has been CFO at Atlantic General since 1998.

She graduated from the University of MissouriKansas City with a Bachelor of Science in accounting and earned her Master of Business Administration in healthcare CHERYL NOTTINGHAM administration and organizational leadership from Wilmington University.

Nottingham has been a member of HFMA since 1993 and became an HFMA Fellow in 2011. She is the eighth woman president of HFMA Maryland Chapter in its 58-year history. HFMA Maryland Chapter’s mission is to facilitate experiences – both in-person and digitally – that support educational and relationship development across all providers, payers, regulatory bodies, vendors/consultants, and other stakeholders across the state.

OC Hotel Acquired OCEAN CITY – Harrison Group Resort Hotels & Restaurants has announced that it has added the Courtyard

by Marriott Ocean City Oceanfront, located at 15th Street right on the famous Ocean City Boardwalk in Ocean City, Md., and part of the Marriott International Inc. (NYSE: MAR) collection, to their growing oceanfront hotel portfolio and look forward to welcoming guests to this beautiful coastal destination.

The hotel, situated directly on the Boardwalk and Atlantic Ocean, is just steps to local attractions, shops and dining, as well as just 1.5 miles from the Roland E. Powell Convention Center. Perks include an indoor pool, fitness center, complimentary guest parking and free WiFi. Guests are offered freshly renovated spacious guestrooms, featuring private balconies, mini-fridges, microwave ovens, coffee/tea makers, and the unforgettable slumber experience in The Marriott Bed. Featuring 91 oceanfront accommodations with sweeping views of the wide Atlantic coastline and picturesque beaches, the Courtyard Ocean City Oceanfront is a favored beachfront experience. Meeting

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BUSINESS And Real Estate News and event planners will find hosting in the 2,020 square feet of total event space a breeze. There is also an onsite restaurant, the popular Captain’s Table, and indoor heated pool for attendees to enjoy after the day’s collaborations.

Courtyard Ocean City Oceanfront is part of Marriott Bonvoy™, the award-winning guest-loyalty program for Marriott’s extraordinary portfolio of 30 hotel brands covering the globe. Members who book directly have access to instant benefits such as exclusive discounted rates, best rate guarantees, room and hotel updates, and so much more.

Designation Earned OCEAN CITY – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty this week announced that Spike Sands recently earned the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Luxury Collection℠ Specialist accreditation.

To achieve this Luxury Collection Specialist, Sands exemplifies what it means to provide outstanding service to buyers and sellers in the luxury market, completed specialized training and achieved other personal electives that advanced Sands’ career as a luxury agent. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty also offers a Luxury Collection Marketing Program designed to leverage the strength and reliability of the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices brand and system – one of the fastest-growing real estate brokerage franchise networks in the world with nearly 1,500 offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Europe and the Middle East – while providing the special expertise for an upscale market.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Luxury Collection utilizes an elite network of powerful relationships, along with a network of experienced, service-oriented professionals which combines local expertise with vast global connections, together with marketing resources to deliver their clients best-in-class results.

The select network of Luxury Collec-

tion Specialists are dedicated to the marketing of luxury properties. These specialists have consistently earned their clients’ respect through their comprehensive understanding of how to effectively market to affluent buyers.

“Earning the Luxury Collection Specialist recognition is a true honor,” said Sands. “I’m delighted to assist clients in the luxury marketplace to buy and sell homes.”

Added Sharon Curtiss, regional vice president of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty, “We are thrilled Spike received this designation. He is an experienced, skilled agent and fine ambassador of our brand locally and throughout the luxury market in Ocean City/Ocean Pines.”

Christy Bundick, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, applauded Sands on the Luxury Collection Specialist designation, saying, “On behalf of the entire Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices organization, we are proud Spike is now among our prestigious Luxury Collection Specialists. The designation is a reflection of his hard work and dedication to excellence in highend client service.”

New Learning Center SALISBURY – Junior Achievement of the Eastern Shore (JA), a nonprofit organization headquartered in Salisbury recently unveiled renderings that feature the design of their new interactive learning center. The Perdue Henson Junior Achievement Center is now in the early phases of construction with anticipated delivery by fall 2023. Located within Oak Ridge Commons, the center will fill the 25,000-plus square foot unit formerly occupied by Kmart at the 300 block of Tilghman Road in Salisbury.

Gillis Gilkerson (GGI) and Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc. (DBF) have formed a team that is responsible for the design and construction of the center. The stateof-the-art facility is expected to serve

Page 47 10,000-plus students across the Delmarva Peninsula annually. In partnership with local school systems, the experimental learning center will support Junior Achievement’s mission to improve financial literacy, workplace readiness, and entrepreneurial skills amongst our region’s youth.

With hands-on learning as the core strategy for delivering real-world scenarios to students, this unique adaptive reuse project will transform the vacancy into a “mock city” – one that simulates the day-to-day functions of adult life. This portion of the facility will feature a large, open area complete with eighteen interactive storefronts that serve to encourage career exploration. Students will also have access to a learning lab with interactive monitors and other technology used to explore career paths and their associated education requirements.

As you enter the front of the building, the lobby space will feature an exhibit wall recognizing the facility’s generous donors as well as a display spotlighting the history of the Junior Achievement organization. From this entrance, the office and boardroom portion of the center will be accessible for JA staff and visitors.

Other areas of the center will be dedicated to outdoor learning and the hosting of events.

“Designing the center as it was envisioned by JA has been a truly rewarding experience,” said DBF Architect Project Manager Payton Bridge, AIA. “The center was collaboratively designed with the overall goal of enriching education, reinforcing connections between students and their local communities, and fostering positive student experiences.”

As a whole, Junior Achievement operates on a national level, reaching over 3 million students per year. With a sincere commitment to providing our country’s youth with the knowledge and skills needed to create their own success, Junior Achievement of the Eastern Shore opens this center backed by the full support of the Delmarva community.

“It’s truly an honor to have been selected as the construction team for this project. We are beyond excited to play a role in the transformation of this space, helping it to become a community asset for years to come,” said GGI Vice President Tyler Barnes. “Junior Achievement makes a lasting impact on our community. The guidance and examples their initiatives provide to our youth are critical throughout the Eastern Shore and beyond.”

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People in Society Nicki Leiby, Emily Becker and Sara Tobin talked to kids about Assateague Island National Seashore at the Germantown School’s summer kickoff.

by Charlene Sharpe Featuring Those Helping Causes In The Resort Area

Celebrating MAC’s 50th anniversary with sparkling cider toasts and a reception at the end of the Active Aging Expo are, from left, MAC Board Member Claudia Nelson, BEACON Director John Hickman, and MAC Board Member Mike Pennington.

Barbara Purnell, Jack Orris and Melanie Pursel were among the attendees at the summer kickoff held at Germantown School.

Berlin residents Helen and Mike Wiley are pictured with Councilman Jack Orris, center, at the summer kickoff on Trappe Road.

Andrew Dupont and Rachel Prengaman served snow cones to kids at a summer kickoff event in Berlin.

MAC Executive Director Pattie Tingle and United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore President and CEO Pam Gregory are pictured at MAC’s Active Aging Expo.

All ages were spotted at MAC’s Active Aging Expo.

Karla Beardsley and granddaughters Wren, center, and Willow, were among the visitors.

Del. Charles Otto and Carol Rose are pictured at the Germantown School Community Heritage Center’s annual summer kickoff.

Barbara Purnell and Pastina Tingle are pictured at the Germantown School Community Heritage Center’s annual summer kickoff.

Chelsea Lawson and Judy Davis attended the summer kickoff event at the historic Germantown School.

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Rick Krause: Called Back By The Ocean

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OCBP Alumni of the Week

(Editor’s Note: The following is a series on the men and women who have spent their summers protecting all those who came to Ocean City for fun and safe vacation.)

OCEAN CITY – Rick Krause is not your average guard. Most people who try out for the Ocean City Beach Patrol have been told to do so by a friend or a teammate from school. On a few occasions, the word about the beach adventures and the ocean rescues comes from an older sibling. Rick’s story began very differently.

“I originally tried out because my mother saw a lifeguard stand at the Convention Center in OC,” he recalled.

From that chance observation by his mom, Rick took the journey from Joppatowne to the beach. It was 1993 and Rick found himself taking the beach patrol test “on a brisk day in April. As I recall, the water was 58 degrees.” He was just 17 years old when he made his way to the stand, just like the one his mother had seen, and began his life guarding. Sitting in the northern area of Ocean City, under the watchful eye of his mentor Wes Smith, Rick quickly learned the demands and the rewards of the job. That first summer, Rick had 26 rescues and he was hooked.

“The OCBP is the most fun and most fulfilling job,” he said. “The people here are a family. It’s a job where you directly impact hundreds of people every day.

This is a true calling.”

It was a great summer and Rick would return for one more season of guarding in 1994. Like many members of the beach patrol, the real world was also calling, and big decisions had to be made. For Rick, it was the commitment he’d made to joining the service when he turned 18. Following that second summer season, Rick left the OCBP for the Army. Normally, that would be the end of the story. But Rick is not your average guard.

Five years later, he returned. It was the summer of 2000 and Rick had a Military Police career behind him. He took the stand downtown to watch over the often treacherous surf approaching the inlet. It was an intense season.

“My most memorable day was when we closed the ocean until about 1400 (2 p.m.) on a Sunday. We later called it ‘Big Sunday,’” he said. “I recall having 10 or 12 rescues in about a 30-minute span. One of the rescues was a family of four. The father appeared to be freaking out and the rest of the family was busy trying to stay above water. With a lot of effort, I was able to get them in, but it took 10 minutes and we probably drifted eight streets due to the Nor’easter.”

Rick guarded with the beach patrol for two seasons (part time for the summer of 2001) before he headed back inland. He would serve with the National

Guard and then serve as a police officer in Bel Air. And again, for most guards, that would be the end of the story.

But Rick is not your average guard.

“Then after 18 years away, I came back to the OCBP. I mentored two young men who went on to join the beach patrol. That triggered my return to guarding,” he said. “I returned in the summer of 2019 and have been guarding again to this day.”

Rick is married and still works with the police in Bel Air. He is known to his fans and followers online as “Fit Rick” and can currently be seen keeping beachgoers safe in the northern reaches of Ocean City.

Rick Krause is pictured in 1993, above left, and in 2019.

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Chris Parypa’s Photo Of The Week: Each week staff photographer Chris Parypa is tasked with submitting a photo from his vast library to be fea-

tured in this space. Above is one more look at this month’s OC Air Show’s featured attraction – the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. To purchase any of Parypa’s photos, click over to www.chrisparypa.com

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The beach at least once a weekend Watching the bikers on Boardwalk mornings

A smooth technology change Walking to church Comeback stories

The Stowaway Motel was built by Bill Carrier in 1956 and occupied the entire ocean block between 21st and 22nd streets. It was the largest motel in Ocean City in the 1960s with 120 units spread throughout three sections. Home to the biggest pool on Motel Row (local kids would sneak in to swim in the summer) and the famous Hide-A-Way Lounge, the Stowaway was a popular place for 30 years.

The Stowaway Motel was torn down following the 1995 season and was replaced after several long construction delays by the 12-story Grand Hotel in 2001.

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June 24, 2022

Financial Stress Tolls Undeniable Wealth of Knowledge

BY COLLIN MACOMBER

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Returning Home: The Speculator is pictured making its way back to its home marina through the Inlet while some horses explore Assateague Island’s north end.

Photo by J.P. Cathell Photography

BERLIN – In a recent survey by the American Psychological Association, more than 80% of adults said they were feeling increased financial stress due to higher inflation (87%), ongoing supply chain issues caused by the pandemic (81%) and global uncertainty due to the war in Ukraine (81%).

Furthermore, hardships related to the pandemic — including poor health, loss of loved ones, difficult work and family situations, isolation and inconvenience — have affected the entire nation and the world. In the U.S., 63% of respondents said COVID-19 has changed their life forever.

A 2021 Employee Financial Wellness Survey by PwC found that since the onset of the pandemic, workers were two times more likely to use a payday loan service, take a loan or distribution from their retirement account or consider postponing retirement altogether. They also were four times more challenged in paying their regular household expenses.

Following the initial impact of COVID19, the U.S. has followed a somewhat “K”shaped recovery. This happens when the lower “arm” of the K drops because certain demographics become financially worse off than they were before, while the top arm shoots upward as other demographics benefit from higher savings rates and the stock market recovCOLLIN ery. According to a Pew MACOMBER Research study, 20% of adults under age 50 were earning more than before March 2020, while 58% of people older than 50 reported earning lower wages than prepandemic.

Regardless of which trajectory your household may have experienced, high inflation is affecting everyone. Some economists predict prices will stabilize as we move through 2022. However, the economy often goes through cyclical stages when inflation has reared its ugly head. It is particularly important you plan for this contingency during retirement years, when most live on a fixed income. If you’re interested in positioning your assets to help accommodate periods of rising prices during retirement, feel free to contact us.

The toll of stressed-out employees also has impacted companies. One study concluded workers who are chronically worried about money are far less productive each week, which has led to a combined $4.7 billion in losses per week for employers. In an effort to ease money concerns among the workforce, some companies have begun offering more financial wellness programs, such as low-interest installment loans, medical deductible financing repaid through payroll deductions, and student loan repayment programs.

(The writer is part of the team at Key Financial Services in Berlin. The team can be reached at (410) 629-0357.)

Art League Of Ocean City Awards Six College Scholarships

June 24, 2022

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OCEAN CITY – The Art League of Ocean City is celebrating 31 years of providing college scholarships, awarding 75 scholarships since 1991 to local students pursuing a college degree in the visual and performing arts. In 2022, six Worcester County students received college scholarships from the Art League.

This year’s scholarships include the second $5,000 Sidney M. Beckstead Award, in honor of the entrepreneur, artist, and jeweler who passed away in 2020. The recipient is MacKenzie Williams of Berlin who will attend the School of Visual Arts in New York City to pursue a career in cartooning and illustration.

“Sid began his career in the jewelry industry in Ocean City,” Sherrie Beckstead said. “It is with great humility and honor that we celebrate Sid’s creative gifts by awarding a scholarship in his name.”

The Art League also awarded five $1,000 scholarships, funded through the Katherine Ellen Brown Fund at the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore and through the Art League scholarship fund.

The second Eva Fox Award in memory of the mother of Art League Executive Director Rina Fox Thaler went to Lottie Nickell of Ocean Pines, who will attend the Savannah College of Art & Design for fashion design and the business of beauty. Nickell volunteered as an intern for the Art League throughout her

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Scholarship winners with Art League of Ocean City Board members and sponsors, from left, are Lottie Nickell, Sarah Hancock, Rina Thaler, Sherrie Beckstead, Kayla Halbig, MacKenzie Williams, Serap Aksu, Virginia Outten, Alexis Kagan and Emily Schwab.

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senior year at Stephen Decatur High School.

"I am thrilled that Lottie was selected for this scholarship in memory of my dear mom, Eva Fox. My mother loved taking classes and participating in activities at the Art League,” Thaler said.

The other 2022 scholarship recipients are Serap Aksu of Ocean City who will attend the University of Maryland East-

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ern Shore to major in cartooning; Kayla Halbig of Ocean City who will attend Towson University in the field of graphic design; Sarah Hancock of Ocean City, a multi-year scholarship recipient, who attends Salisbury University majoring in illustration and teaching; and Alexis Kagan of Pocomoke City, also a multiyear scholarship recipient, who is earning a BFA at Salisbury University in draw-

ing and a Master’s degree in education.

The Art League of Ocean City is a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing the visual arts to the community through education, exhibits, scholarship, programs and community art projects. Financial support comes primarily through membership dues from individuals and corporate sponsors.

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2nd Annual Pollinator Garden Tour Set For Friday, Saturday

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SNOW HILL – The second annual Pollinator Garden Tour will take place Friday, June 24 and Saturday, June 25.

The Pollinator Garden Tour is a selfguided tour covering eight pollinator-friendly gardens across Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore. Visit beautiful gardens landscaped with native plants, watch artists painting “en plein air,” and gain inspiration for your own gardening projects. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door, available at www.lowershorelandtrust.org on the News and Events page.

There are five tour locations in Worcester County, one in Wicomico County, and two in Somerset County. Attendees can visit the gardens between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Friday, June 24 and Saturday, June 25. Attendees can choose to visit some or all the gardens. Garden homeowners, Lower Shore Land Trust Staff, Master Gardeners, and volunteers will be available throughout Friday and Saturday to answer any garden related

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Eight pollinator gardens are included on this year’s tour across Worcester, Wicomico and Somerset counties.

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Artists painting at the gardens will include Linda Steere, Michel De-

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While you are on the tour, stop in Dockside Pocomoke and support good things while enjoying good food. Dockside will donate 10% of the proceeds both days between noon and 4 p.m. to the Lower Shore Land Trust.

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Wicomico officials Discuss Water, sewer Plan Projects

June 24, 2022

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BY BETHANY HOOPER STAFF WRITER

SALISBURY – Discussions on priority projects, cost estimates and permitting highlighted an update on Wicomico County’s water and sewer master plan.

On Tuesday, George, Miles & Buhr (GMB) representative Peter Bozick presented the Wicomico County Council with a six-month update on the Wicomico County Water and Sewer Master Plan.

Since their last meeting with county officials, GMB representatives said they have started taking steps to secure funding and discharge permits by working with state agencies such as the Maryland Department of the Environment, the Maryland Department of Planning and the Maryland Department of Health.

“They all have different rules and regulations, and we are trying to navigate through that to come up with a feasible system,” Bozick told county leaders this week.

A master plan for countywide water and sewer began in earnest in the spring of 2019, nearly four years after the county conducted a feasibility study identifying ways to provide sewer service to homes

with failing septic systems on the east side of Wicomico.

While the county does not own its own water and sewer facilities, officials acknowledged the master plan would provide a roadmap of sorts for financing, constructing and maintaining a countywide system.

The 285-page document, presented to council members last fall, focuses primarily on sewer infrastructure in unincorporated rural communities within the county’s growth areas.

While it is recommended that roughly 6,000 homes be served by expanded municipal systems, the master plan calls for 12 potential water and/or sewer utility service districts – Mardela Springs, Whitehaven, Parsonsburg, Coulbourn Mill Road area, Nanticoke-Bivalve-Tyaskin, Nanticoke Road area, Riverside Road Extended area, Quantico, Allen, Powellville, East Delmar and East Wicomico – with 10 to be built by Wicomico County and two to be built by developers.

“This whole thing is a collaborative, joint effort,” Bozick said.

He noted the master plan also identifies the first five service districts – Par-

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sonsburg, Coulbourn Mill, Mardela Springs, Nanticoke-Bivalve-Tyaskin and Whitehaven – as priority areas, as they contain a significant number of county homeowners experiencing hardships with failing onsite sewage systems.

“We have five priority areas we are proceeding with, and those are the areas where we are applying for permits and funding,” he said.

Bozick told council members this week his firm had submitted applications for state funding in January and was waiting for officials to release their priority list.

“Even if we rank high and they want to fund the project, we have to come back and make amendments to the Wicomico County water and sewer comprehensive plan and have it signed off by the Maryland Department of Planning …,” he explained. “You cannot get money without being a priority funding area.”

Building infrastructure for the five priority areas, Bozick said, would require several legislative actions, including amendments to the water and sewer comprehensive plan and priority funding area maps, as well as the creation of a county water division.

Bozick said it would also require grant

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“Not only do they have small lot sizes and sporadic density, they also have climate change issues – sea level rise and flooding – which would help secure more funding,” he said. “It may also take more time for that project to come together, so we would need to start now in that regard.”

Bozick noted that the county had allocated funds in its fiscal year 2023 budget to continue with its water and sewer plan implementation. He said Wicomico’s next step would be to send out a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a special consultant.

“We want to put out an RFP and get special consultants on board to get these permits …,” he said. “Once we find out where we stand with permits and funding, we have to decide which of these five projects we put more emphasis on.”

After further discussion, the council agreed to hold another meeting with GMB representatives at a date to be determined.

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Sunscreen, Water Essential For Enjoying Beach Day

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GUARDING THE BEACH

BY DAMIEN SANZOTTI

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OCEAN CITY – A trip to the beach is always better when you have everything you need. Taking the time to make sure you have everything will undoubtedly make your day at the beach more enjoyable.

First and foremost, make sure you bring sun block and water. These two items are not only essential for a good beach day, but for your health. The key to avoiding sunburn and dehydration begins before you leave your room. Bring plenty of water to make sure you stay hydrated all day. One trick that a lot of lifeguards use is freezing a container of water. The container will melt as you enjoy cool water

throughout the day.

I cannot over stress the importance of wearing plenty of sun block. Severe sunburn will put a damper on at least a few days of any vacation. Every summer we see cases of sunburn that are so severe medical treatment is required. To help prevent painful and damaging sunburn you should apply sunscreen with at least an SPF of 30 right out of the shower and before getting dressed (making sure all areas of skin are protected). This allows the sunscreen to be absorbed and provides better protection, and even more importantly is the need to reapply frequently throughout the day especially if you are in and out of the water. All too often people get so preoccupied with playing on the beach and in the water that

they forget to reapply.

Sunscreen with a higher rating than an SPF of 50 does not offer much more protection and often leads to a false sense of not needing to re-apply as often. Make sure you purchase a high-quality sunscreen that is classified as “broad spectrum” and apply liberally and re-apply often. Also, typical clothing does not block as much of the harmful UV rays as a quality sunscreen, so don’t skip the sunscreen because you are wearing a T-shirt. Another time when people seem to get severe sunburn is on a cloudy day. The clouds filter out the infrared (warming) radiation but allow the ultraviolet (burning) radiation to pass through, resulting in unprotected skin getting a sever burn. A simple sunburn may not seem like a big

deal, however, the more sunburns a person receives in a lifetime the greater risk is associated with developing “skin cancers.”

While on vacation also make sure you have any medications that you might need throughout the day, especially items that may be needed in an emergency such as heart medication, insulin, asthma inhaler, epi-pen, etc. Every summer the Beach Patrol responds to emergencies that could have been avoided if the person brought their medication. Increased activity, loss of fluids through sweating or lack of adequate hydration may DAMIEN cause your medications SANZOTTI to affect you differently than normal, so be aware of changes in how you are feeling. If you are having any type of a medical issue let the Surf Rescue Technician on your beach know immediately before it becomes an emergency.

Beach patrons sometimes make the mistake and bring some unnecessary items to the beach. At the top of that list is alcohol and smoking materials (including vaping). Alcohol, smoking and vaping are illegal on the beach in Ocean City and are citable offenses that will be enforced by the Ocean City Beach Patrol and Ocean City Police Department. Besides being illegal, alcohol increases your chances of being stricken by a heat related illness, as hundreds of beach patrons are each season. We also recommend that people do not bring items of value to the beach.

Every summer our supervisors are involved with beach patrons who are frantically searching for lost jewelry that is sentimental or of extremely high value.

Losing something like car keys, an engagement ring, expensive eyeglasses, passport, or wallet can be upsetting. People lose prescription eyeglasses in the surf almost daily (because they forgot to remove them), never to be recovered.

Furthermore, we deal with thefts on the beach every summer. Keep it simple and just bring the basics to the beach. Remember to “Keep your feet in the sand until the lifeguards in the stand!”

Captain’s note: Not only do we want you to protect yourself and your family, but we are concerned with protecting our employees. That is why we provide unlimited quality sunscreen to all of our staff as well as headwear and clothing that has an SPF rating. Thanks to Panama Jack who has supplied sunscreen to the Beach Patrol for many years at no cost to the Patrol we are able to make sure our SRTs are protected as they protect you. Another very important protective device, are quality sunglasses that not only protect the eyes of your guard but also allow them to actually see better while keeping you safe.

Because of a first-time sponsorship with Hook Optics we are able to provide individually fitted high quality sunglasses to all of our employees.

(The writer has been with the beach patrol for 19 years and is currently a sergeant. He is a physical education teacher for the Worcester County Public School system.)

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with Scott Lenox Greetings all and happy summer, as we have “oFISHally” reached the beginning of summer with the conclusion of the school year for most kids and with the arrival of the summer solstice this week. I don’t know if Ocean City will be as busy as it has been in recent years during the week with the price of fuel what it is, but I do expect weekends to make up for that.

I have a feeling there are going to be tons of visitors in town on weekends this summer so if you don’t like crowds, you’re definitely going to want to book a charter or go fishing during the week.

Fishing has been good too, when we can get the weather, and there are plenty of open spots on party boats and plenty of open dates for offshore and inshore charters. There was some decent tuna fishing to be had last week before the wind blew up and roughed up the weekend.

Most of the yellowfin tuna being caught were below the 27” minimum size to be harvested, but there were also plenty of legal fish that ended up in fish boxes. I had a great trip on board the Marli with Captain Mark Hoos and owner Mike Bostic where we caught eight or so “BLTs” or “Barely Legal Tunas” and we also released another 25 or more fish that didn’t

hit 27” on the tape. On the same day, just down the dock, Captain Brian Porter put his crew on some similar fishing with tons of throwbacks and some keeper fish, but they also had a beautiful 123-pound bigeye tuna. Some of the tuna that are being thrown back are so close to the minimum size that they could realistically be legal later on this summer. Hopefully that’s the case as we move into the most popular offshore fishing months of the year.

On the same day that Marli and Boss Hogg were catching their tuna Captain Joe Drosey of Rhonda’s Osprey was catching and releasing the first blue marlin of the season. Captain Joe had the crew from 495 trucking on board catching some tunas when the estimated 500-pound blue ate the right bait and was released after a short fight. Captain Joe and Rhonda’s Osprey are not members of the Ocean City Marlin Club so the club’s $2,500 prize for the first blue marlin of the season by a club member is still up for grabs as of Monday, June 20.

Ocean bottom fishing was ok this week as sea bass fishing slowed, but flounder fishing picked up a little. Anglers fishing the inshore reefs and wrecks of Ocean SEE PAGE 60

Big Bird Cropper and Shaun Flaherty had a killer day of roy rigging that ended with a limit of rockfish, a limit of bluefish and a keeper flounder.

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Above top left, Andrew Harris used a peeler crab in the OC inlet to land this 35” keeper rockfish. Above top left center, Zach Forte landed this big 25”, 6.5 pound flounder while fishing on the Calico Jack with Captain Drew Zerbe at the helm. Above top right center, Mate Rich Fouts displays a jumbo 4 pound sea bass caught on board the Angler with Captain Chris Mizurak. Above top right, it’s always nice when you land double keeper sea bass like this angler on the Morning Star with Captain Monty Hawkins. Above left, Captain Andrew Dotterweich of the Fish On put this group on 12 legal yellowfin tuna and a ton of under 27” throwbacks. Above right, Captain Chase Eberle of Chasin’ Tides has been trolling up some very nice Spanish mackerel from the inshore lumps.

Opposite page, top left, Captain Brian Porter and the crew of Boss Hogg had a great day trolling the Washington Canyon that resulted in nine yellowfin tuna and a 123 pound bigeye. Opposite page, top right, this shooter hit his mark on a big blue catfish while fishing with Captain Marc Spagnola of Dusk to Dawn Bowfishing.

Opposite page, middle left, this 31” keeper rockfish landed in the cooler on board the Bayside Guide Service with Captain Wayne Blanks. Opposite page, bottom left, there has been some jumbo flounder fishing on board Fish Bound with Captain Kane Bounds. Opposite page, bottom right, anglers fishing on the Bay Bee out of the Ocean City Fishing Center had seven keeper flounder this week.

... Fish In OC FROM PAGE 59 City by themselves or on party or charter boats had some success with sea bass up to 4 pounds and flounder up to 6 pounds. Clam, crab, squid and Gulp were the best baits for keeper sea bass over the 13” minimum size, and jigs baited with strip baits or Gulp were the best baits for flounder. More and more keeper sized flounder are being caught on ocean structure lately which is good news for bottom fishermen.

Flounder fishing in the back bay improved last week as good tides introduced clean water. The Thorofare and channel

behind Assateague Island were the best spots with Gulp and live minnows being the best baits. We are starting to see flounder in deeper water now too with some nice fish being caught in the East Channel and the OC Inlet. Zach Forte caught the largest flounder of the season so far while fishing on board the Calico Jack with Captain Drew Zerbe. His 25”, 6.5 pounder at a top and bottom rig in the East Channel in front of the Coast Guard Station.

Last week’s Tuna and Tiaras Ladies Only Tuna Tournament was postponed due to weather so this week we’ve got a busy tournament schedule in town. Tuna and Tiaras will now have fishing days Friday, June 24 and Saturday, June 25 with scales action at the Ocean City Fishing

Center both nights from 4-7 p.m. The Ocean City Marlin Club Small Boat Tournament will also be held this weekend with scales action at Sunset Marina on Saturday, June 25 and Sunday, June 26.

This is a fish one of two-day tournament with inshore and offshore divisions for boats 34’ and under. There are categories for billfish release, tuna and dolphin offshore and flounder, rockfish, bluefish and sea bass inshore.

The third tournament on this weekend’s schedule is the Kid’s-Catch-All Tournament out of Indian River Marina. This open to all youth anglers from 3 to 18 years of age. Fishing days are Saturday, June 25 and Sunday, June 26 with weigh ins both nights at Indian River Marina. This is a fun tournament for youth anglers where

adults can assist with landing fish.

I hope to have some photos for you next week of my catch from a trip that I’m taking this weekend to Massachusetts with my buddy Kevin Twilley from Fish Bound Charters. A group of us are going to fish Nantucket Shoals in search of doormat flounder and to say I’m excited is an understatement. If you’d like to follow along with how we do you can like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram, or you can check out my nightly fishing report at www.FishinOC.com. Until next week, tight lines.

(The writer is the owner of Fish in OC and host of Ocean City’s fishing television show Hooked on OC. He has worked in the fishing industry and been fishing the waters in and around Ocean City for over 25 years.)

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Things To Do Every Sunday: Berlin Farmers Market From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., several streets will be closed to allow producers to display their goods. Live music from 10 a.m.12:30 p.m.

Every Monday: TOPS Meeting 5-6:30 p.m. Atlantic General Hospital, Berlin. Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a support group promoting weight loss and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Call Rose 443880-8444.

Every Monday: All ladies who love to sing are invited to the Delmarva Woman’s Acapella Chorus, Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, 6-8 p.m. Contact Mary 410629-9383 or Carol 302-242-7062.

Every Tuesday: TOPS Meeting Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a weekly support and education group promoting weight loss and a healthy life style. Meetings are held at the Worcester County Berlin Health Department at 9730 Healthway Drive, Berlin from 3:30-4:30 p.m. every Tuesday. 410-289-4725.

Every Tuesday: Dancing The Delmarva Hand Dance Club holds dancing at the Selbyville Elks Lodge 2173 from 5:30-9 p.m. delmarvahanddancing. com.

Every Wednesday: Bingo Elks Lodge 2645, corner of Sinepuxent Avenue and 138th Street in Ocean City. Has bingo all year. Doors open 4:30 p.m. with first game sharply at 6:30 p.m. Kitchen open for light fare. 410-250-2645.

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June 24-25: Pollinator Garden Tur The second annual Pollinator Garden Tour will take place with an exclusive pre-

view event at Newport Farms. A self-guided tour covering eight pollinator-friendly gardens across Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore. Visit beautiful gardens landscaped with native plants, watch artists painting “en plein air” and gain inspiration for your own gardening projects. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door, available at www.lowershorelandtrust.org on the News and Events page. There are five tour locations in Worcester County, one in Wicomico County and two in Somerset County. Attendees can visit the gardens between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Garden homeowners, Lower Shore Land Trust Staff, Master Gardeners, and volunteers will be available throughout Friday and Saturday to answer any garden related questions and share their unique stories and experiences.

June 25: Community Sale The Parke at Ocean Pines is holding its community sale (rain date is Sunday, June 26) from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the driveways of our residents. The Parke is an active 55+ Adult community of 503 homes. Parke residents are selling their treasures for others to enjoy. There are clothes, lamps, artwork, household items, electronics, furniture and more. Maps will be available at the main entrance of the Parke located at Central Parke West, located off of Ocean Parkway at the south entrance of Ocean Pines.

June 25: Church Rummage Sale Ocean City Presbyterian Church on 13th Street will host from 7 a.m.-1 p.m.

June 25: BBQ, Singing A backyard barbecue and hymn sing will be a great evening of food, fellowship, and song with all profits to benefit Stevenson United Methodist Church’s "Restore the Light" stained glass window refurbishment campaign. BBQ starts out in Stevenson's courtyard outback at 4:30 to 6 p.m. and the hymn-sing/concert begins at 6:30 p.m. in the sanctuary. Everyone is welcome.

June 26: Church Anniversary The public is invited to the Sturgis Park pavilion, 100 River Street in Snow Hill at 3 p.m. for a worship celebration of the Makemie Presbyterian Churches’ 350th anniversary. This site honors the original location of Makemie Memorial Presbyterian of

Snow Hill, which was within a block of the Pocomoke River. The celebration will center on Psalm 100 and will feature music and sermonettes from each century. Featured preachers are Rev. Len HedgesGoettl, Rev. Kirk Dausman, Rev. Kerry Shull, and Rev. Barb Hedges-Goettl.

Music is being organized by Rev. David Jones. (Anyone who would like to sing in the choir is invited to come for rehearsal at 2:30 p.m. on that day.) The public is invited to stop by the church building at 103 W. Market Street in downtown Snow Hill.

You can open the front doors and come in to see the historic Gothic Revival building, which is on the national register.

June 30: Town Hall Meeting The Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department is hosting a town hall meeting to discuss the proposed south station renovation at 6 p.m. at the South Station All residents are encouraged to attend and learn more about the proposed renovation plans and why the renovation is needed.

For those who will not be able to attend, a live stream option will be available and questions can be submitted in advance via the following link: https://forms.office.com/r/XF3DzciS9N

July 2: BBQ Chicken Platter American Legion Post 123 in Berlin next to Rite Aid will host from 11 a.m. until.

Platter includes half of a BBQ chicken, two sides and a roll. Price is $10.

July 4: Hot Dog Eating Contest Fish Tales Bar and Grill, located on 22nd Street bayside in Ocean City, will host in their south parking lot at noon. This amateur competition is open to anyone over the age of 18. The winner will receive at least a $1,000 cash prize, a trophy and bragging rights for an entire year. There will be seating available to watch the competition until 4 p.m. The first 20 people to pre-register will be the contestants. To register, please visit the Bahia Marina Tackle Shop or Fish Tales Small Bar to sign up.

Registration fee of $10 is required to hold your spot. You must sign a waiver to participate.

July 5: Candidates Forum The Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce and Snow Hill Chamber of Commerce will host a public forum with the Maryland Congressional District 1 Democratic candi-

dates from 6:30-8 p.m. The event will take place at the Old Firehouse located at 212 W. Green Street in Snow Hill. Heather Mizeur and Dave Harden are both vying for the Democrat vote during the state’s upcoming primary election on July 19.

The public is invited to attend and will have the opportunity to ask questions of both candidates.

July 8: Crab Cake Dinner Stevenson United Methodist Church will host from 4-6:30 p.m. at 123 N. Main Street. Prices are $14, one crab cake sandwich with green beans, baked potato and cole slaw; $24, two crab cake sandwiches with sides; and $10, crab cake sandwich. Bake sale table will be available.

July 16: Chicken BBQ Dinner From 5 p.m. until sold out at Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway. Includes choice of sides: baked beans, green beans, mac-n-cheese, oven potatoes, salad, roll and drink. Indoor dining or take-out available. Baked Goods available for an additional charge.

Pre-orders recommended at bethany21811@gmail.com or 410-641-2186.

July 16: Harmony Fundraiser The Delmarva Chorus, a chapter of the Sweet Adeline International (501c3), is hosting its annual fundraising event, "Coffee, Tea and Which Witch Harmony," at 7 p.m. at the Ocean Pines Maryland Community Center. The chorus, under the direction of Carol Ludwig, has been volunteering performances of acapella harmony to communities for many years. For a donation of $10, there will be free coffee, tea and homemade baked goods, a 50-50 raffle, raffle baskets, door prizes, lots of fun and more. For tickets and information, call Joann at 215-828-5521.

July 19: Quarter Auction The Church of the Holy Spirit is having a Quarter Auction with doors opening at 6 p.m., and the games start at 7. Food will be available for purchase. Tickets are $10 and include a paddle. Additional paddles are $2 each, or three for $5. They are limited, so get yours now. The church is located at 100th St. and Coastal Highway in Ocean City. Call Jackie at 443-7354275 for further information and for tickets.

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STUDENTS In The News

The Ocean City Surf Club’s two $5,000 scholarship recipients for 2022 were recognized at last week’s annual Legends/Surfing Hall of Fame party. Pictured, from left, are OC Surf Club Vice President Rusty Ruszin, Stephen Decatur High School student and $5,000 leadership scholarship recipient Sam Woodley, OC Surf Club President Tommy Vach, Stephen Decatur High School student and $5,000 environmental scholarship winner Emma Sperry and OC Surf Club Board Member Chris Tilghman.

The Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City recently presented eight graduating seniors from Stephen Decatur High School with scholarships. Pictured, from left, are Mary Fogle, $500, Salisbury University; Meredith Eitel, $1,000, St. Leo University; Megan Wheeler, $1,000, University of Lynchburg; Hannah Short, $500, University of Maryland; Kendahl Parsons, $1,000, Salisbury University; Skylar Griffin, $1,000, University of New Haven; Sommer Smith, $1,000, Salisbury University; and Emma Sperry, $2,000, North Carolina State University. Sperry scored the highest and was awarded the special Ralph Chinn Memorial Scholarship. Other Decatur students, not pictured, receiving scholarships were Sage Figgs, $1,000, Flagler University; Kierstyn Dietrich, $1,000, Salisbury University; and Zachary Powers, $500, Pace University.

Pocomoke High School recipients were Sa'Ryha Spence, $1,000, Salisbury University; Katelyn Kline, $1,000, Sweet Briar College; Meredith Taylor, $1,000, Salisbury University; Madison Knight, $500, Hood College; and Morgan Toth, $500, McDaniel College.

Snow Hill High School graduate Lauren Moses received a $2,000 scholarship.

Submitted Photos

Brittany Santoni's kindergarten class at Ocean City Elementary recently participated in a 100 Book Reading Parade prior to summer break. They are pictured here proudly wearing their medals.

Stephen Decatur ROTC program students are pictured during their visit to the Ocean City Life Saving Station Museum on June 10.

Worcester Preparatory School (WPS) fifth graders participated in the D.A.R.E (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) Program taught by Deputy Jake Howard of the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office. A special program was held Friday, June 3 where students received their D.A.R.E graduation certificates and hats. Pictured, above front row from left, are Head of Lower School Dr. Sara Timmons, Madison Andrews, Collin Hastings, Abby Ferguson, Sophia Mealy, Kristie Carr, Artemiy Klimins, Kaylin Zervakos and Emery Hammonds; second row, Vivian Spraul, Addyson Wisniewski, Londyn Davy, Ross Bergey, Timothy Hidell, Reed Grinestaff, Samko Poffenberger, Kylee Hutton and Ella Conev; third row, teacher Lisa Rill, Ella Tull, Caroline Burbage, Elle Wilsey, Sophia Nguyen, Emily Hafeli, Zane Freih, William McAllister, Emerson Bofinger and teacher Camille Jenkins; back, Jaden Washington, Soren Poulsen, Ted Timmons, Jack Jarvis, Elliott Mason, John Parker, Brax Giardina and Howard.

Below, this year’s WPS D.A.R.E. essay contest winners were Collin Hastings, left, Kristie Carr, second right, Sophia Mealy, right, and Best Student All-Round Abby Ferguson, second left. They are pictured with Deputy Jake Howard.

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The Dispatch Classifieds $15/Week for Minimum of Five Lines • $2 Thereafter Per Line Display Classified Ads: $20/Week Per Column Inch (Contract Discounts Available) Deadline for Insertions, Cancellations & Payment is 3pm Tuesday Pre-Payment is Required. We Accept Visa & MasterCard

HELP WANTED OC MARLIN CLUB: Line/Prep Cooks, Waitstaff, Food Runners, Bar Back, Host/HostessCall 410213-1613, apply in person or email info@ocmarlinclub.com.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––– KITCHEN:Cooks, Kitchen Help, Food Runners wanted. Flexible schedule, clean kitchen, new equipment.Weekly pay checks.

Friendly work environment. American Legion Post #166. Contact Sam Wiley 443-235-0876 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––– MAINTENANCE: Custodial/light maintenance. Full-time. Call 410250-2262.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT: For busy Landscape Contractors office in Berlin. This is a multi-tasking position for detail oriented individual including customer scheduling & routing crews. Must have strong computer skills and a pleasant personality. Call The Moore Companies, 410-641-2177 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––– LANDSCAPE WORKERS NEEDED: Must have reliable transportation to work. Call 410641-2177. The Moore Companies, Berlin, MD. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––– CLEANERS WANTED FOR OC: If you are a conscientious individual or team looking for great pay & minimal hours on summer Saturdays in OC, then we are the cleaning company for you. Exp. preferred. Cell phone and vehicle required. (443)880-0525. ___________________________ C L E A N E R S / VAC AT I O N RENTALS: Needed for Ocean City and Ocean Pines. Experience preferred but not necessary. Text or call 443-397-1189.

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CONTACT INFORMATION Phone: 410-641-4563 • Fax: 410-641-0966 Email: classifieds@mdcoastdispatch.com Mail: P.O. Box 467, Berlin MD 21811

ELECTRICIAN Full-time, Year-round Now accepting applications.

Established company, 5+ years exp, service type projects, health, dental, paid vacation, 401k w/matching, company van.

Hawkins Electric 443-856-2001 ask for John Ross.

Housekeeper Full Time Eastern shore resident is seeking a mature, responsible and experienced person to perform various housekeeping duties at a Berlin, MD estate five days weekly.

Full time position with benefits and 401K. Reliable transportation necessary. Call 410-803-4135, fax resume to 410-272-2249 or e-mail: tgreaver@bscamerica.com.

Cleaning services need not apply.

SEASONAL OC HOTEL NOW HIRING FOR:

Currently Hiring Manpower For:

Meck Services & Designs

LABORER $16/hr and up depending on experience.

PT or FT. Hardscape, landscape, decks, etc.

Contact Lisa

302-489-9229

Carpenter | Laborer | Painters Stucco & EIFS Mechanics Concrete Work o Experience preferred. o Tools, transportation & valid driver’s license are a plus. o Excellent pay and a competitive benefits package available.

Please Apply Online: https://www.allstatesconst.com/delmarva-renovations-careers

Or Contact Our Office at 410-352-9800

ENGLISH TEACHER Worcester Preparatory School is located in beautiful Berlin, on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. The school is an independent, coeducational college preparatory day school serving over 500 students in grades PK -12. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Upper School English Teacher for the 2022-2023 school year.

This vibrant individual will have a strong education background and be capable of teaching the highest levels of high school English. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with a major in English, successful classroom experience, and the ability to participate in other areas of school life are requirements forth is position. Advanced Placement experience and advanced degree would be desirable.

Seasonal

Maintenance Employee

6 Days/Week 3pm-10pm Experienced Only Need Apply.

Must have valid Driv. Lic.

Call Seahawk Motel

THUNDERBIRD BEACH MOTEL NOW HIRING FULL TIME DAY HOUSEKEEPING PART TIME NIGHT AUDITOR APPLY IN PERSON

410-250-3191

Monday-Friday 9am-3pm Thunderbird Beach Motel 32nd Street, Ocean City

Must have:

THE SPINNAKER NOW HIRING DAYTIME HOUSEKEEPING STAFF APPLY IN PERSON

CARPENTERS & CARPENTERS HELPERS Tools, Transportation, Driver’s License Exp. Required!

PATTERSON & SONS BUILDERS

1800 Baltimore Avenue Monday-Friday 10am-3pm

Call 410-641-9530

Interested candidates should mail or email resume with cover letter to: Linda Watson, Director of Human Resources, 508 South Main Street, Berlin, MD 21811 or lwatson@worcesterprep.org

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANS Busy Tire & Service Centers with locations in the Rehoboth, Bethany and Ocean City areas, is now hiring for experienced technicans.

Must be dependable.

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Exc. Pay and Benefits.

Call Matt - 302-344-9846

NOW HIRING FULL TIME

•DRIVER Call Pam at 410-726-7061 Or Apply Within at 56th Street

Now Hiring For: Line Cooks Prep Cooks Host/Hostess

Call Matt at 302-593-4141 or email thesterlingtavern@gmail.com

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The Dispatch Classifieds CONTACT INFORMATION Phone: 410-641-4563 • Fax: 410-641-0966 Email: classifieds@mdcoastdispatch.com Mail: P.O. Box 467, Berlin MD 21811

$15/Week for Minimum of Five Lines • $2 Thereafter Per Line Display Classified Ads: $20/Week Per Column Inch Deadline for Insertions, Cancellations & Payment is 3pm Tuesday Pre-Payment is Required. We Accept Visa & MasterCard

INDIAN RIVER MARINA IS NOW HIRING! •FUEL DOCK •DOCK HANDS •RAMP ATTENDANTS •BOATYARD •NIGHTWATCH •MAINTENANCE •SHIP STORE CLERK •GENERAL CLERICAL (SEASONAL YEAR ROUND)

Apply Online at delawarestatejobs.com

HELP WANTED

CONSERVATION TECHNICIAN/ MARINA TRAVEL LIFT OPERATOR

Position will be responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of the travel lift and forklifts. Duties will include the operation and maintenance of the marine travel lift, proper boat docking and large forklift operation plus daily supervision of the boatyard staff.

Apply online at delawarestatejobs.com

For further assistance, you may contact us by phone at 302.739.5458 or email at jobs@delaware.gov

For additional information, please contact the Marina office at 302.227.3071 AA/EOE

AUTO MARINE SALES PERSON Busy Auto & Marine parts store with locations in Ocean Pines, Clarksville and Long Neck, is now hiring for full and part times sales persons.

Experience a plus but will train the right person.

Great Pay & Benefits.

Call Joel 302-344-9769

AYRIKA FLETCHER, ESQ. IN-HOUSE COUNSEL BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. BOX 3307 OCEAN CITY, MD 21843-3307 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-22-000062

vs.

Cyril Byron, Sr., et al.

Defendants ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 1ST day of JUNE, 2022,that the foreclosure sale of the properties

WEST O.C. OFFICE/RETAIL SPACES AVAILABLE: 2 Office/Retail Spaces for Lease.

Plenty of Parking. 443-497-4200.

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Greene Turtle West Rt. 611, West OC 410-213-1500

Upcoming Yard Sale?

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PAYING TOP DOLLAR! •LINE COOKS •FOOD RUNNER •SERVERS •BARBACK

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BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. Box 3307 Ocean City, Maryland 21842-3307 Plaintiff

WEEKLY RENTAL: OC MD Condos. 52nd St & 127th St. Weeks available: June 24-July 9th. 4th of July open! Call 267-254-0111 for good prices!

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How will I find it Among the broken pieces, Faith, then forgiveness?

NOW HIRING!

CUSTODIAL STAFF We are currently looking for Part Time custodial employees.

Hours are 3:30pm-6:30pm. Monday through Friday.

Apply to Linda Watson at lwatson@worcesterprep.org or mail application to Linda Watson 508 S Main St Berlin, MD 21811.

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CONTACT INFORMATION Phone: 410-641-4563 • Fax: 410-641-0966 Email: classifieds@mdcoastdispatch.com Mail: P.O. Box 467, Berlin MD 21811

mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Ayrika Fletcher, Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 5th day of July, 2022 provided a copy of this Order be inserted in some daily newspaper printed in Worcester County, Maryland once in each of three successive weeks, before the 28th day of JUNE, 2022.

The Report of Sale filed in the above case states the amount of the sales to be as indicated below for the refer-

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-22-000045 BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. Box 3307 Ocean City, Maryland 21842-3307 Plaintiff vs.

JAMES S. LANDIS, et al.

Defendants ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 1ST day of JUNE, 2022,that the foreclosure sale of the properties mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Ayrika Fletcher, Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 5th day of July, 2022 provided a copy of this Order be inserted in some daily newspaper printed in Worcester County, Maryland once in each of three successive weeks, before the 28th day of JUNE, 2022.

The Report of Sale filed in the above case states the amount of the sales to be as indicated below for the referenced time-share interval:

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The Dispatch Legal Notices LEGAL RATES Legal advertising rate is $7 per column inch.

The deadline for all legal advertising is Tuesday at noon.

For more information call 410-641-4563 or fax 410-641-0966.

Third Insertion AYRIKA FLETCHER, ESQ. IN-HOUSE COUNSEL BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. BOX 3307 OCEAN CITY, MD 21843-3307 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-22-000221 BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. Box 3307 Ocean City, Maryland 21842-3307 Plaintiff vs.

MARCIA V. STREET, et al.

Defendants ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 1ST day of JUNE, 2022,that the foreclosure sale of the properties mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Ayrika Fletcher, Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 5th day of July, 2022 provided a copy of this Order be inserted in some daily newspaper printed in Worcester County, Maryland once in each of three successive weeks, before the 28th day of JUNE, 2022.

The Report of Sale filed in the above case states the amount of the sales to be as indicated below for the referenced time-share interval: TIMESHARES SOLD: BC = BAY CLUB TIME SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATES, INC. DBC = DLEMARVA BEACH CLUB, LLC CONDO- TIME PRICE PURMINIUM INTERCHASER UNIT VAL 405 405 405 405 405 405 405 405 405 405 406 406 406 406 406 406 406 406 406 406 406 406

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Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 10, 2022

TRUE TEST COPY SUSAN R. BRANIECKI Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD 3x 06-10, 06-17, 06-24

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RYAN T. WEST, ESQ. WEST AND WEST, P.A. 12 WILLIAM ST BERLIN, MD 21811

AYRIKA FLETCHER, ESQ. IN-HOUSE COUNSEL BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. BOX 3307 OCEAN CITY, MD 21843-3307

AYRIKA FLETCHER, ESQ. IN-HOUSE COUNSEL BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. BOX 3307 OCEAN CITY, MD 21843-3307

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-22-OOO124

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-22-000224

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-22-000005

PRINCESS ANNE PROPERTIES LLC 12 WILLIAM STREET BERLIN, MD 21811 PLAINTIFF

BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. Box 3307 Ocean City, Maryland 21842-3307 Plaintiff

BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. Box 3307 Ocean City, Maryland 21842-3307 Plaintiff

vs.

THERESA STOLTZ, et al.

Defendants

vs.

GROUPWISE, INC, et al.

Defendants

ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 1ST day of JUNE, 2022,that the foreclosure sale of the properties mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Ayrika Fletcher, Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 5th day of July, 2022 provided a copy of this Order be inserted in some daily newspaper printed in Worcester County, Maryland once in each of three successive weeks, before the 28th day of JUNE, 2022.

The Report of Sale filed in the above case states the amount of the sales to be as indicated below for the referenced time-share interval:

ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 1ST day of JUNE, 2022,that the foreclosure sale of the properties mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Ayrika Fletcher, Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 5th day of July, 2022 provided a copy of this Order be inserted in some daily newspaper printed in Worcester County, Maryland once in each of three successive weeks, before the 28th day of JUNE, 2022.

The Report of Sale filed in the above case states the amount of the sales to be as indicated below for the referenced time-share interval:

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VS. WALTER VANDEGRIFT 39 YOUNG BIRCH RD LEVITTOWN, PA 19057 DEFENDANT AND WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND SERVE ON COUNTY ATTORNEY: ROSCOE LESLIE, ESQ. 1 WEST MARKET ST., ROOM 1103 SNOW HILL, MARYLAND 21863 AND ALL PERSONS THAT HAVE OR CLAIM TO HAVE ANY INTEREST IN PROPERTY LOCATED IN WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND, DESCRIBED AS 108 57 X 300 3 NW SIDE BRANCH ST BERLIN,PARCEL NUMBER 03034178, ASSESSED TO WALTER VANDEGRIFT DEFENDANT AND UNKNOWN OWNER OF PROPERTY LOCATED IN WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND, DESCRIBED AS 108 57 X 300 3 NW SIDE BRANCH ST, BERLIN, PARCEL NUMBER 03034178, ASSESSED TO WALTER VANDEGRIFT, THE UNKNOWN OWNER'S HEIRS, DEVISEES, AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES AND THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR HEIRS, DEVISEES, EXECUTORS, A D M I N I S T R ATO R S , GRANTEES, ASSIGNS, OR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT,

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ORDER 0F PUBLICATION THE OBJECT OFTHIS PROCEEDING IS TO SECURE THE FORECLOSURE OF ALL RIGHTS OF REDEMPTION IN THE FOLLOWING PROPERTY LOCATED IN WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND, SOLD BY THE COLLECTOR OF TAXES FOR THE STATE OF MARYLAND AND TREASURER OF WORCESTER COUNTY TO THE PLAINTIFF IN THIS PROCEEDING: 108 57 X 300 3 NW SIDE BRANCH ST BERLIN, PARCEL NUMBER 03034178, ASSESSED TO WALTER VANDEGRIFI. THE COMPLAINT STATES, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE AMOUNTS NECESSARY FOR REDEMPTION HAVE NOT BEEN PAID. IS THEREUPON THIS 3RD OF JUNE 2022 , BY THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND, ORDERED, THAT NOTICE BE GIVEN BY THE INSERTION OF A COPY OF THIS ORDER IN THE DISPATCH HAVING A GENERAL CIRCULATION IN WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND, ONCE A WEEK FOR 3 SUCCESSIVE WEEKS, WARNING ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE PROPERTY TO APPEAR IN THIS COURT BY THE 2ND DAY OF AUGUST, 2022, AND REDEEM THE PROPERTY 108 57 X 300 3 NW SIDE BRANCH ST BERLIN AND ANSWER THE COMPLAINT OR THEREAFIER A FINAL JUDGMENT WILL BE ENTERED FORECLOSING ALL RIGHTS OF REDEMPTION IN THE PROPERTY, AND VESTING IN THE PLAINTIFF' A TITLE, FREE AND CLEAR OF ALL ENCUMBRANCES. Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 10, 2022 BEAU H. OGLESBY CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE TRUE TEST COPY SUSAN R. BRANIECKI Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD 3x 06-10, 06-17, 06-24

Third Insertion RYAN T. WEST, ESQ. WEST AND WEST, P.A.

12 WILLIAM ST BERLIN, MD 21811 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY MARYLAND CASE NO.: C-23-CVó21-000079 CHRISTINA LUNSFORD 12 WILLIAM ST. BERLIN, MD 21811 PLAINTIFF, v.

STEVEN E. SCHOOLFIELD 111 OAK ST. POCOMOKE, MD 21851, and AMERICAN BUSINESS MORTGAGE SERVICES, INC., A FOREIGN CORPORATION 5 BECKER FARM ROAD ROSELAND, NJ 07068 Serve On: CSC-LAWYERS INCORPORATING SERVICE COMPANY 11 E. CHASE ST. BALTIMORE, MD 21208, and JEFFREY M. RUBEN, AS TRUSTEE 5 BECKER FARM ROAD ROSELAND, N] 07068 and L. DEAN GUY 1621 COLONA RD. POCOMOKE, MD 21851, and DEBORAH N. GUY 1621 COLONA RD. POCOMOKE, MD 21851, and WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Serve on: ROSCOE LESLIE, COUNTY ATTORNEY 1 WEST MARKET STREET, ROOM 1103 SNOW HILL, MARYLAND 21863 and ALL PERSONS THAT HAVE OR CLAIM TO HAVE ANY INTEREST IN PROPERTY LOCATED IN WORCESTER COUNTY, MD: 5848 SQ FT N SIDE 111 OAK STREET POCOMOKE, MD, PARCEL NO. 01015974,ASSESSED TO RUDEAN N. FLETCHER AND STEPHEN SCHOOLFIELD and UNKNOWN OWNER OF PROPERTY LOCATED IN W'ORCESTER COUNTY, MD:

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For more information call 410-641-4563 or email classifieds@mdcoastdispatch.com 5848 SQ FT N SIDE 111 OAK STREET POCOMOKE,MARYLAND, PARCEL NO. 01015974, ASSESSED TO : RUDEAN N. FLETCHER AND STEPHEN SCHOOLFIELD, THE UNKNOWN OWNER'S HEIRS, DEVISEES, AND ' PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES AND THEIR OR ANY' OFTHEIR HEIRS, DEVISEES, EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS,: GRANTEES, ASSIGNS, OR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST DEFIENDANTS. Order of Publication The object of this proceeding is to secure the foreclosure of all rights of redemption in the property located in Worcester County, Maryland, sold by Phillip G. Thompson, Collector of Taxes for the State of Maryland and Treasurer of Worcester County, to the Plaintiff in this proceeding and described on the Certificate of Tax Sale as: 5848 SQ FT N SIDE 111 OAK ST POCOMOKE, Parcel No. 01015974, assessed to Rudean N. Fletcher and Stephen Schoolfield, being generally known as 111 Oak Street, Pocomoke, Maryland 21851.

The complaint states, among other things, that the amount necessary to redeem the property has not been paid.

It is thereupon this 3rd 0f June. 2022, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, Ordered, that notice be given by the insertion of a copy of this order in some newspaper having a general circulation in Worcester County, Maryland, once a week for 3 successive weeks, warning all persons interested in the property to appear in this Court by the 5TH day, of AUGUST 2022. and redeem the property described as 5848 SQ FT N SIDE 111 OAK ST POCOMOKE, Parcel No. 01015974, assessed to Rudean N. Fletcher and Stephen Schoolfield, and answer the complaint or thereafter a final judgment will be entered foreclosing all rights of redemption in the property, and vesting in the Plaintiff a title, free and clear of all encumbrances.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 10, 2022 BEAU H. OGLESBY

CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE TRUE TEST COPY SUSAN R. BRANIECKI Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD 3x 06-10, 06-17, 06-24

Third Insertion MARIANNA BATIE, ESQ LAW OFFICE OF MARIANNA BATIE 9748 STEPHEN DECATUR HIGHWAY STE 112 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 19253

sented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 10, 2022 COLLEEN COPELAND Personal Representative True Test Copy TERRI WESTCOTT Register of Wills for Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 3x 06-10, 6-17, 6-24

Third Insertion To all persons interested in the estate of HERBERT BRENT ASHLEY, ESTATE NO. 19253. Notice is given that COLLEEN COPELAND, 424 EAST NORTH POINTE DRIVE, APT 268, SALSIBURY, MD 21804, was on JUNE 06, 2022, appointed Personal Representative of the estate of HERBERT BRENT ASHLEY, who died on MAY 2, 2022, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 6TH day of DECEMBER, 2022.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not pre-

COATES, COATES & COATES, P.A. RAYMOND D. COATES, JR. ESQ. 6200 COASTAL HIGHWAY, SUITE 300 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 12217 NOTICE IS GIVEN that the ORPHANS COURT of PHILADELPHIA COUNTY, PA, appointed DARRELMARK GATEWOOD, 1700 N. 57TH STREET, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19131, as the EXECUTOR of the Estate of IRVING HUDSON, AKA: JOHN IRVING HUDSON, who died on MAY 21, 2001, domiciled in PENNSYLVANIA, AMERICA. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is RAYMOND D. COATES, JR., ESQ., whose address is 6200 COASTAL HIGHWAY, SUITE 300, OCEAN CITY, MD 21842.

At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following MARYLAND counties: WORCESTER COUNTY. All persons having claims against the decedent must file their claims with the Register of Wills for WORCESTER COUNTY with a copy to the foreign personal representative on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death; or (2) Two months after the for-

eign personal representative mails or delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 10, 2022 DARREL MARK GATEWOOD Foreign Personal Representative True Test Copy TERRI WESTCOTT Register of Wills for Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 3x 6-10, 6-17, 6-24

Third Insertion COATES, COATES & COATES, P.A. THOMAS K. COATES, ESQ. 6200 COASTAL HIGHWAY, SUITE 300 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 19242 To all persons interested in the estate of DOROTHY M PROSISE, ESTATE NO. 19242. Notice is given that ALAN B PROSISE III, 5275 LEESBURG PIKE, FALLS CHURCH, VA 22041, and NANCY M. WEST, 6444 HONEY TREE COURT, BURKE, VA 22015 were on JUNE 07, 2022, appointed Personal Representative of the estate of DOROTHY M. PROSISE, who died on DECEMBER 12, 2008, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 7TH day of DECEMBER, 2022.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this

June 24, 2022 published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 10, 2022 ALAN B PROSISE III NANCY M. WEST Personal Representative True Test Copy TERRI WESTCOTT Register of Wills for Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 3x 06-10, 6-17, 6-24

Second Insertion MICHAEL B. MATHERS, ESQ. WEBB, CORNBROOKS, WILBER, VORHIS DOUSE & MATHERS, LLP PO BOX 910 115 BROAD STREET SALISBURY, MD 218030910 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 19255 To all persons interested in the estate of JOYCE F. BLAYLOCK, ESTATE NO. 19255. Notice is given that MARY ELLEN ARNONE, 109 MT. VERNON AVENUE, CAPE MAY, NJ 08204, and DONALD CASHORE, 1002 E. BUTLER PIKE, AMBLER, PA 19002 were on JUNE 07, 2022, appointed Personal Representative of the estate of JOYCE F. BLAYLOCK, who died on APRIL 06, 2022, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 7TH day of DECEMBER, 2022.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death; or (2) Two months after the

personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 17, 2022 MARY ELLEN ARNONE DONALD CASHORE Personal Representative True Test Copy TERRI WESTCOTT Register of Wills for Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 3x 6-17, 6-24, 7-01

Second Insertion LEWIS MCDANIELS, LLC 50 CITIZENS WAY SUITE 305 FREDERICK, MARYLAND 21701 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-22-000132 DEERCREEK HOME SOLUTIONS, LLC, PLAINTIFF, VS ALLEN B. BLOUNT, JR.; E. SCOTT TAWES; WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND; ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN OWNERS OF THE PROPERTY AND PREMISES SITUATE IN WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND, DESCRIBED AS 47.6' X 108.6' 523 YOUNG STREET POCOMOKE AND BEING IDENTIFIED ON THE TAX ROLL AS PARCEL ID: 01-020536, AND WHICH MAY BE KNOWN AS 523 YOUNG ST., POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851, THE UNKNOWN OWNER'S HEIRS, DEVISEES, AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES AND THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR HEIRS, DEVISEES, EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS, GRANTEES, ASSIGNS, OR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST; AND, ANY AND ALL PERSONS THAT HAVE OR CLAIM TO HAVE ANY INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY AND PREMISES SITUATE IN WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND, DESCRIBED AS 47.6' X 108.6' 523 YOUNG STREET POCOMOKE AND BEING IDENTIFIED ON THE TAX ROLL AS PARCEL ID: 01- 020536, AND WHICH MAY BE KNOWN AS 523 YOUNG ST., POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851,

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For more information call 410-641-4563 or email classifieds@mdcoastdispatch.com DEFENDANTS. ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this proceeding is to secure the foreclosure of all rights of redemption in the herein above described property sold, either directly or via assignment, by the Collector of Taxes for the State of Maryland and Worcester County, Maryland, to the Plaintiff in the proceeding.

The Complaint states, among other things, that the amount necessary for the redemption for the subject property has not been paid, although more than six (6) months from the date of the sale have expired, and more than two (2) months from the date that the first of two (2) separate pre-suit notices of the tax sale was sent to each required interested party have expired.

It is thereupon this 7th day of June, 2022, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, ORDERED, that notice be given by the insertion of a copy of this Order in some newspaper having general circulation in Worcester County, Maryland, once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks, on or before the 4th day of JulY 2022, warning all persons having or claiming to have any interest in the property described above to appear in this Court by the 7th day of AUGUST, 2022, and redeem their respective property or answer the Complaint, or thereafter a Final Decree will be entered foreclosing all rights of redemption in and as to the property, and vesting in the Plaintiff a title in fee simple or leasehold, as appropriate, free and clear of all encumbrances.

The Defendants are hereby informed of the latest date to file a written Answer or Petition to Redeem the property mentioned in the Complaint described above, and that failure to file a response on or before the date specified may result in a Default Judgment foreclosing all rights of redemption in and as to the property being rendered by this Court against them.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 17, 2022 BEAU H. OGLESBY JUDGE Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland

True Test Copy SUSAN R. BRANIECKI Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, Maryland 3X 06-17, 06-24, 07-01

Second Insertion LEWIS MCDANIELS, LLC 50 CITIZENS WAY SUITE 305 FREDERICK, MARYLAND 21701 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-22-000130 DEERCREEK HOME SOLUTIONS, LLC, PLAINTIFF, VS ANALYTIC PROCESS REALTY GROUP, INC.; WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND; ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN OWNERS OF THE PROPERTY AND PREMISES SITUATE IN WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND, DESCRIBED AS REVSD PAR 132 24750 SQ FT S SIDE BACK ST CONSD PL ANALYTIC GROUP AND BEING IDENTIFIED ON THE TAX ROLL AS PARCEL ID: 03- 002608, AND WHICH MAY BE KNOWN AS VACANT LOT ON BACK ST., WHALEYVILLE, MD 21872, THE UNKNOWN OWNER'S HEIRS, DEVISEES, AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES AND THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR HEIRS, DEVISEES, EXECUTORS, ADM I N I S T R AT O R S , GRANTEES, ASSIGNS, OR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST; AND, ANY AND ALL PERSONS THAT HAVE OR CLAIM TO HAVE ANY INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY AND PREMISES SITUATE IN WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND, DESCRIBED AS REVSD PAR 132 24750 SQ FT S SIDE BACK ST CONSD PL ANALYTIC GROUP AND BEING IDENTIFIED ON THE TAX ROLL AS PARCEL ID: 03-002608, AND WHICH MAY BE KNOWN AS VACANT LOT ON BACK ST., WHALEYVILLE, MD 21872, DEFENDANTS. ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this proceeding is to secure the foreclosure of all rights of redemption in the herein above described property sold, either directly or via assignment, by the Collector

of Taxes for the State of Maryland and Worcester County, Maryland, to the Plaintiff in the proceeding.

The Complaint states, among other things, that the amount necessary for the redemption for the subject property has not been paid, although more than six (6) months from the date of the sale have expired, and more than two (2) months from the date that the first of two (2) separate pre-suit notices of the tax sale was sent to each required interested party have expired.

It is thereupon this 7th of June. 2022, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, ORDERED, that notice be given by the insertion of a copy of this Order in some newspaper having general circulation in Worcester County, Maryland, once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks, on or before the 4th day of July, 2022, warning all persons having or claiming to have any interest in the property described above to appear in this Court by the 7th day of August, 2022, and redeem their respective property or answer the Complaint, or thereafter a Final Decree will be entered foreclosing all rights of redemption in and as to the property, and vesting in the Plaintiff a title in fee simple or leasehold, as appropriate, free and clear of all encumbrances.

The Defendants are hereby informed of the latest date to file a written Answer or Petition to Redeem the property mentioned in the Complaint described above, and that failure to file a response on or before the date specified may result in a Default Judgment foreclosing all rights of redemption in and as to the property being rendered by this Court against them.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 17, 2022 BEAU H. OGLESBY JUDGE Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland TRUE TEST COPY SUSAN R. BRANIECKI CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Worcester County, Maryland 3X 06-17, 06-24, 07-01

Second Insertion JAMES A. LIST, ESQ. THE LAW OFFICES OF

JAMES A. LIST 5700 COASTAL HIGHWAY SUITE 100 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 19259 To all persons interested in the estate of JAMES M. HARRISON, JR., AKA: JAMES MADISON HARRISON, JR., ESTATE NO. 19259. Notice is given that JAMES A. LIST, 5700 COASTAL HIGHWAY, SUITE 100, OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 was on JUNE 08, 2022, appointed Personal Representative of the estate of JAMES M. HARRISON, JR., who died on MAY 25, 2022, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 8TH day of DECEMBER, 2022.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 17, 2022 JAMES A. LIST Personal Representative True Test Copy TERRI WESTCOTT Register of Wills for Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 3x 6-17, 6-24, 7-01

Second Insertion RYAN T. WEST, ESQ. WEST AND WEST, P.A. 12 WILLIAM ST

Page 69 BERLIN, MD 21811 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-22-000124 PRINCESS ANNE PROPERTIES LLC 12 WILLIAM STREET BERLIN, MD 21811 PLAINTIFF VS. WALTER VANDEGRIFT 39 YOUNG BIRCH RD LEVITTOWN, PA 19057 DEFENDANT AND WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND SERVE ON COUNTY ATTORNEY: ROSCOE LESLIE, ESQ. 1 WEST MARKET ST., ROOM 1103 SNOW HILL, MARYLAND 21863 AND ALL PERSONS THAT HAVE OR CLAIM TO HAVE ANY INTEREST IN PROPERTY LOCATED IN WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND, DESCRIBED AS 108 57 X 300 3 NW SIDE BRANCH ST BERLIN, PARCEL NUMBER 03034178, ASSESSED TO WALTER VANDEGRIFT DEFENDANT AND UNKNOWN OWNER OF PROPERTY LOCATED IN WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND, DESCRIBED AS 108 57 X 300 3 NW SIDE BRANCH ST BERLIN, PARCEL NUMBER 03034178, ASSESSED TO WALTER VANDEGRIFT, THE UNKNOWN OWNER'S HEIRS, DEVISEES, AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES AND THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR HEIRS, DEVISEES, EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS, GRANTEES, ASSIGNS, OR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST DEFENDANT ORDER 0F PUBLICATION THE OBJECT OF THIS PROCEEDING IS TO SECURE THE FORECLOSURE OF ALL RIGHTS OF REDEMPTION IN THE FOLLOWING PROPERTY LOCATED IN WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND, SOLD BY THE COLLECTOR OF TAXES FOR THE STATE OF MARYLAND AND TREASURER OF WORCESTER COUNTY TO THE PLAINTIFF IN THIS PROCEEDING: 108 57 X 300 3 NW SIDE BRANCH ST BERLIN, PARCEL NUMBER 03034178, ASSESSED TO WALTER V A N D E G R I F I .

THE COMPLAINT STATES, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE AMOUNTS NECESSARY FOR REDEMPTION HAVE NOT BEEN PAID. IT IS THEREUPON THIS 3RD OF JUNE 2022 , BY THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY,

MARYLAND, ORDERED, THAT NOTICE BE GIVEN BY THE INSERTION OF A COPY OF THIS ORDER IN THE DISPATCH HAVING A GENERAL CIRCULATION IN WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND, ONCE A WEEK FOR 3 SUCCESSIVE WEEKS, WARNING ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE PROPERTY TO APPEAR IN THIS COURT BY THE 2ND DAY OF AUGUST , 2022, AND REDEEM THE PROPERTY 108 57 X 300 3 NW SIDE BRANCH ST BERLIN AND ANSWER THE COMPLAINT OR THEREAFIER A FINAL JUDGMENT WILL BE ENTERED FORECLOSING ALL RIGHTS OF REDEMPTION IN THE PROPERTY, AND VESTING IN THE PLAINTIFF' A TITLE, FREE AND CLEAR OF ALL ENCUMBRANCES. Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 17, 2022 BEAU H. OGLESBY JUDGE Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland TRUE TEST COPY SUSAN R. BRANIECKI CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Worcester County, Maryland 3X 06-17, 06-24, 07-01

Second Insertion LEWIS MCDANIELS, LLC 50 CITIZENS WAY SUITE 305 FREDERICK, MARYLAND 21701 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-22-000131 DEERCREEK HOME SOLUTIONS, LLC, PLAINTIFF, VS DEERCREEK HOME SOLUTIONS, LLC, PLAINTIFF VS. CONNIE M. KEEFER, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF RONALD C. KEEFER, JR.; THE TESTATE AND INTESTATE SUCCESSORS OF RONALD KEEFER, JR., DECEASED, AND ALL PERSONS CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, OR UNDER THE DECEDENT; LARRY V. LAYMAN; WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND; ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN OWNERS OF THE PROPERTY AND PREMISES SITUATE IN WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND, DESCRIBED AS 39' X 62' N SIDE 501 LAUREL ST POCOMOKE AND BEING IDENTIFIED ON THE TAX ROLL AS PARCEL ID: 01-021125, AND WHICH MAY BE KNOWN AS 501 LAUREL ST., POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851, THE UN-

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For more information call 410-641-4563 or email classifieds@mdcoastdispatch.com KNOWN OWNER'S HEIRS, DEVISEES, AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES AND THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR HEIRS, DEVISEES, EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS, GRANTEES, ASSIGNS, OR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST; AND, ANY AND ALL PERSONS THAT HAVE OR CLAIM TO HAVE ANY INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY AND PREMISES SITUATE IN WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND, DESCRIBED AS 39' X 62' N SIDE 501 LAUREL ST POCOMOKE AND BEING IDENTIFIED ON THE TAX ROLL AS PARCEL ID: 01-021125, AND WHICH MAY BE KNOWN AS 501 LAUREL ST., POCOMOKE CITY, MD 2 1 8 5 1 , DEFENDANTS ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this proceeding is to secure the foreclosure of all rights of redemption in the herein above described property sold, either directly or via assignment, by the Collector of Taxes for the State of Maryland and Worcester County, Maryland, to the Plaintiff in the proceeding.

The Complaint states, among other things, that the amount necessary for the redemption for the subject property has not been paid, although more than six (6) months from the date of the sale have expired, and more than two (2) months from the date that the first of two (2) seperate pre-suit notices of the tax sale was sent to each required interested party have expired.

It is thereupon this 9th of June, 2022, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, ORDERED, that notice be given by the insertion of a copy of this Order in some newspaper having general circulation in Worcester County, Maryland, once a week for three (3) consecutive weeks, on or before the 4TH DAY OF JULY, 2022 warning all persons having or claiming to have any interest in the property described above to appear in this Court by the 8th day of August, 2022, and redeem their respective property or answer the Complaint, or thereafter a Final Decree will be entered foreclosing all rights of redemption in and as to the property, and vesting in the Plaintiff a title in fee simple or leasehold, as appropriate, free and clear of all encumbrances.

The Defendants are hereby informed of the latest date to

file a written Answer or Petition to Redeem the property mentioned in the Complaint described above, that failure to file a response on or before the date specified may result in a Default Judgment foreclosing all rights of redemption in and as to the property being rendered by this Court against them.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 17, 2022 BEAU H. OGLESBY JUDGE Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland True Test Copy SUSAN R. BRANIECKI Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, Maryland 3X 06-17, 06-24, 07-01

Second Insertion LEWIS MCDANIELS, LLC 50 CITIZENS WAY SUITE 305 FREDERICK, MARYLAND 21701 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-22-000129 DEERCREEK HOME SOLUTIONS, LLC, PLAINTIFF, VS DEERCREEK HOME SOLUTIONS, LLC, PLAINTIFF VS. THE TESTATE AND INTESTATE SUCCESSORS OF ALFRED ARMWOOD, DECEASED, AND ALL PERSONS CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, OR UNDER THE DECEDENT; THE TESTATE AND INTESTATE SUCCESSORS OF ARNETTE ARMWOOD, DECEASED, AND ALL PERSONS CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, OR UNDER THE DECEDENT; KERI FOSTER, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF CORNELIUS AMES BYRD; THE TESTATE AND INTESTATE SUCCESSORS OF C. AMES BYRD A/K/A CORNELIUS AMES BYRD, DECEASED, AND ALL PERSONS CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, OR UNDER THE DECEDENT; DONNA

M.BYRD; GEORGE W. TAYLOR, JR.; BONNIE TAYLOR; WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND; ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN OWNERS OF THE PROPERTY AND PREMISES SITUATE IN WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND, DESCRIBED AS 55.5' X 105.24' X 51.5' X 107.25' NR W SIDE GERMANTOWN RD AND BEING IDENTIFIED ON THE TAX ROLL AS PARCEL ID: 03020940, AND WHICH MAY BE KNOWN AS VACANT LOT ON GERMANTOWN RD., BERLIN, MD 21811, THE UNKNOWN OWNER'S HEIRS, DEVISEES, AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES AND THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR HEIRS, DEVISEES, EXECUTORS, ADM I N I S T R AT O R S , GRANTEES, ASSIGNS, OR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST; AND, ANY AND ALL PERSONS THAT HAVE OR CLAIM TO HAVE ANY INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY AND PREMISES SITUATE IN WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND, DESCRIBED AS 55.5' X 105.24' X 51.5' X 107.25' NR W SIDE GERMANTOWN RD AND BEING IDENTIFIED ON THE TAX ROLL AS PARCEL ID: 03020940, AND WHICH MAY BE KNOWN AS VACANT LOT ON GERMANTOWN RD., BERLIN, MD 21811, DEFENDANTS. ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this proceeding is to secure the foreclosure of all rights of redemption in the herein above described property sold, either directly or via assignment, by the Collector of Taxes for the State of Maryland and Worcester County, Maryland, to the Plaintiff in the proceeding.

The Complaint states, among other things, that the amount necessary for the redemption for the subject property has not been paid, although more than six (6) months from the date of the sale have expired, and more than two (2) months from the date that the first of two (2) separate pre-suit notices of the tax sale was sent to each required interested party have expired. It is thereupon this _th of June, 2022, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, ORDERED, that notice be given by the insertion of a copy of this Order in some newspaper having general circulation in Worcester County, Maryland, once a week for three (3) consecu-

tive weeks, on or before the 4th day of july 2022, warning all persons having or claiming to have any interest in the property described above to appear in this Court by the 8th day of August, 22, and redeem their respective property or answer the Complaint, or thereafter a Final Decree will be entered foreclosing all rights of redemption in and as to the property, and vesting in the Plaintiff a title in fee simple or leasehold, as appropriate, free and clear of all encumbrances.

The Defendants are hereby informed of the latest date to file a written Answer or Petition to Redeem the property mentioned in the Complaint described above, and that failure to file a response on or before the date specified may result in a Default Judgment foreclosing all rights of redemption in and as to the property being rendered by this Court against them.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 17, 2022 BEAU H. OGLESBY JUDGE Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland True Test Copy SUSAN R. BRANIECKI Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, Maryland 3X 06-17, 06-24, 07-01

Second Insertion MARK H. WITTSTADT, ESQ. 1966 GREENSPRING DRIVE SUITE LL2 LUTHERVILLE, MD 21093 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 19163 To all persons interested in the estate of CLEMENT ROBERT MERCALDO, JR. , ESTATE NO. 19163. Notice is given that GEORGE V. TRALA, 12516 OCEAN REEF DR., BERLIN, MD 21811, was on JUNE 14, 2022, appointed Personal Representative of the estate of CLEMENT ROBERT MERCALDO, JR., who died on DECEMBER 16, 2021 with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 14TH day of DECEMBER, 2022.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal repre-

June 24, 2022 sentative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 17, 2022 GEORGE V. TRALA Personal Representative True Test Copy TERRI WESTCOTT Register of Wills for Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 3x 6-17, 6-24, 7-01

Second Insertion NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 19263 To all persons interested in the estate of ROBERT J. SMITH, ESTATE NO. 19263.

Notice is given that RACHAEL E. SMITH, 214 CAYMAN COURT, WILMINGTON, DE 19808, was on JUNE 13, 2022, appointed Personal Representative of the estate of ROBERT J. SMITH, who died on JUNE 03, 2022 with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 13TH day of DECEMBERR, 2022.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date

of the decedent's death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 17, 2022 RACHAEL E. SMITH Personal Representative True Test Copy TERRI WESTCOTT Register of Wills for Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 3x 6-17, 6-24, 7-01

First Insertion SMALL ESTATE NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 19269 To all persons interested in the estate of CATHERINE DUDA. Notice is given that NANCY LEE CORBIN, 10222 SHINGLE LANDING ROAD, BISHOPVILLE, MD 21813, was on JUNE 15, 2022, appointed Personal Representative of the SMALL ESTATE of: CATHERINE DUDA, who died on FEBRUARY 03, 2022 with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice.

All persons having any objection to the probate of the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication of this Notice.All persons having claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent's death; or

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For more information call 410-641-4563 or email classifieds@mdcoastdispatch.com (2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claims will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 24, 2022 NANCY LEE CORBIN Personal Representative True Test Copy TERRI WESTCOTT Register of Wills for Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 1x 6-24

First Insertion NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 19266

fore the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 24, 2022 JOHN MCINTYRE Personal Representative True Test Copy TERRI WESTCOTT Register of Wills for Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 3x 6-24, 7-01, 7-08

FLECT THAT FACT. FURTHER, PETITIONER WISHES TO FORMALLY ADOPT "CUMMINGS" AS HER MIDDLE NAME. Any person my file an objection to the Petition on or before the 22nd day of July, 2022. The objection must be supported by an affidavit and served upon the Petitioner in accordance with Maryland Rule 15-901.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 24, 2022 Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court 1x 6-24

First Insertion IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER, MARYLAND Case No. C-23-CV-22-000139 CLAY WILSON IV, Plantiff VS. ALICE L. MELVIN; FARMERS HOME ADMINISTRATION, US DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE; And

To all persons interested in the estate of JUSTIN C. MCINTYRE, ESTATE NO. 19266. Notice is given that JOHN MCINTYRE, 38465 MILDA DRIVE, OCEAN VIEW, DE 19970, was on JUNE 13, 2022, appointed Personal Representative of the estate of JUSTIN C. MCINTYRE, who died on MAY 17, 2022 without a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

First Insertion FOR WORCESTER COUNTY IN THE CIRCUIT COURT STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-22-000128 IN THE MATTER OF MARY ANN SMITH FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO

ALL OTHER PERSONS HAVING OR CLAIMING TO HAVE AN INTEREST IN PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS 2120 BYPASS RD., POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851, AND MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN LIBER I 024 PAGE 0239 AMONG THE LAND RECORDS BOOK FOR WORCESTER, MARYLAND, ASSESSED VALUE: $66,300; AND ASSESSED TO: ALICE L. MELVIN; PROPERTY ID: 01-005510, Defendants ORDER OF PUBLICATION

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 13TH day of DECEMBER, 2022.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or be-

MARIANNE CUMMINGS SMITH NOTICE Petitioner has filed a Petition to Change Name in which she seeks to change her name from MARY ANN SMITH to MARIANNE CUMMINGS SMITH. The Petitioner is seeking a name change because: PETITIONER HAS GONE BY AND IS KNOWN AS MARIANNE CUMMINGS SMITH, AND WANTS TO FORMALLY CHANGE NAME TO RE-

The object of this proceeding is to secure the foreclosure of all rights of redemption in the following property: Property described as 2120 Bypass Rd., Pocomoke City, MD 21851, and more fully described in Liber 1024 Page 0239 among the Land Records Book for Worcester, Maryland, Assessed Value: $66,300; and Assessed to: Alice L. Melvin; Property ID: 0I-005510.

The Complaint states,

among other things, that the amounts necessary for redemption have not been paid, although more than six (6) months from the date of sale has expired.

It is thereupon this 14th day of June, 2022, by the Circuit Court for Worcester; ORDERED, that notice be given by the insertion of a copy of this Order in a newspaper having a general circulation in Worcester once a week for three successive weeks, the last insertion on or before July 11, 2022, warning all persons interested in the said properties to be and appear in this Court by the 14th day of August 2022 and redeem the Property, and answer the Complaint, or thereafter a final judgment will be rendered foreclosing all rights of redemption in this Property and vesting in the Plaintiff a title, free and clear of all encumbrances.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 24, 2022 Beau H. Oglesby Judge of the Circuit Court for Worcester County True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County 3x 6-24, 7-01, 7-08

First Insertion RONALD G. RAYNE, ESQ. PERDUE, RAYNE & WHITE, PA. 212 EAST MAIN STREE PO BOX 949 SALISBURY, MD 21803-0949 SMALL ESTATE NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 19271 To all persons interested in the estate of CALVIN DALE HASTINGS. Notice is given that KATHIE D. HERRMANN, 31742 OLD OCEAN CITY ROAD, SALISBURY, MD 21804, was on JUNE 16, 2022, appointed Personal Representative of the SMALL ESTATE of: CALVIN DALE HASTINGS, who died on MARCH 15, 2019 with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice.

All persons having any objection to the probate of the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication of this Notice.All persons having

Page 71 claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent's death; or (2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claims will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 24, 2022 KATHIE D. HERRMANN Personal Representative True Test Copy TERRI WESTCOTT Register of Wills for Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 1x 6-24

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 24, 2022 JOHN NOVACK Personal Representative True Test Copy TERRI WESTCOTT Register of Wills for Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 3x 6-24, 7-01, 7-08

First Insertion MICHAEL B. MATHERS, ESQ. WEBB, CORNBROOKS, WILBER, VORHIS DOUSE & MATHERS, LLP PO BOX 910 115 BROAD STREET SALSIBURY, MD 21803-0910 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 19270 To all persons interested in the estate of MARION NOVACK, ESTATE NO. 19270.

Notice is given that JOHN NOVACK, 38 MORRIS DRIVE, DEER PARK, NY 11729, was on JUNE 16, 2022, appointed Personal Representative of the estate of MARION NOVACK, who died on APRIL 13, 2022 with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 16TH day of DECEMBER, 2022.

First Insertion NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 19260 To all persons interested in the estate of JOHN EDWARD SIPPEL, AKA: JOHN E. SIPPEL, SR., ESTATE NO. 19260. Notice is given that NANCY L. HART, 7529 CEDARTOWN ROAD, SNOW HILL, MD 21863 and JOHN SIPPEL, JR., 11925 GLEN ARM ROAD, GLEN ARM, MD 21057, was on JUNE 16, 2022, appointed Personal Representative of the estate of JOHN EDWARD SIPPEL, who died on JANUARY 29, 2022 with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 16TH day of DECEMBER, 2022.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the un-

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For more information call 410-641-4563 or fax 410-641-0966. dersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 24, 2022 NANCY L. HART JOHN SIPPEL, JR. True Test Copy TERRI WESTCOTT Register of Wills for Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 3x 6-24, 7-01, 7-08

First Insertion AYRIKA FLETCHER, ESQ. IN-HOUSE COUNSEL BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. BOX 3307 OCEAN CITY, MD 21843-3307 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-22-000029 BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. Box 3307 Ocean City, Maryland 21842-3307 Plaintiff vs.

JAMES SMITH, et al Defendants ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 16th day of JUNE, 2022, that the foreclo-

sure sale of the properties mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Ayrika Fletcher, Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 18th day of July, 2022 provided a copy of this Order be inserted in some daily newspaper printed in Worcester County, Maryland once in each of three successive weeks, before the 11th day of JULY, 2022.

The Report of Sale filed in the above case states the amount of the sales to be as indicated below for the referenced time-share interval: TIMESHARES SOLD: BC = BAY CLUB TIME SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATES, INC. DBC = DELMARVA BEACH CLUB, LLC PCP = PALMETTO COAST PROPERTIES I, LLC CONDO- TIME PRICE PURMINIUM INTERCHASER UNIT VAL 206 206 206 208 301 301 311 311 401 409 409 410 410 410 411 411 501 501 501

49 51 52 39 2 6 38 39 6 22 36 20 25 36 38 39 1 2 4

$50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $100.00 $100.00 $100.00 $100.00 $100.00 $1,500.00 $50.00 $50.00 $3,000.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $150.00 $100.00 $100.00

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Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 10, 2022 TRUE TEST COPY SUSAN R. BRANIECKI Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD 3x 06-24, 07-01, 07-08

First Insertion NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 19274 NOTICE IS GIVEN that the PROBATE COURT of FAIRFAX, VA, appointed SUSAN ELEANOR GRYSAVAGE, 6608 BROAR HILL COURT, MCLEAN, VA 22101, as the PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE of the Estate of HAROLD EUGENE BONDY, who died on DECEMBER 28, 2020, domiciled in VIRGINIA, AMERICA. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is

CONTACT INFORMATION Phone: 410-641-4563 • Fax: 410-641-0966 Email: classifieds@mdcoastdispatch.com Mail: P.O. Box 467, Berlin MD 21811

PETER MARK GRYSAVAGE whose address is 10816 KINGSTEAD ROAD, DAMASCUS, MD 20872.

At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following MARYLAND counties: WORCESTER COUNTY. All persons having claims against the decedent must file their claims with the Register of Wills for WORCESTER COUNTY with a copy to the foreign personal representative on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death; or (2) Two months after the foreign personal representative mails or delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 24, 2022 SUSAN ELEANOR GRYSAVAGE Foreign Personal Representative True Test Copy TERRI WESTCOTT Register of Wills for Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 3x 6-24, 7-01, 7-08

First Insertion MELVIN J. CALDWELL, JR., ESQ CALDWELL & WHITEHEAD, PA 109 CAMDEN STREET PO BOX 4520 SALISBURY, MD 21803-4520 SMALL ESTATE NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 15319 To all persons interested in the estate of WILLIAM F EBEL. Notice is given that DANIEL C. EBEL, 5

CAMELOT CIRCLE, BERLIN, MD, 21811, was on JUNE 21, 2022, appointed Personal Representative of the SMALL ESTATE of: WILLIAM F EBEL, who died on JUNE 16, 2013 with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice.

All persons having any objection to the probate of the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication of this Notice.All persons having claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent's death; or (2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claims will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter.

June 24, 2022 ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. BOX 3307 OCEAN CITY, MD 21843-3307 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-22-000055 BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. Box 3307 Ocean City, Maryland 21842-3307 Plaintiff vs Mildred Butt, et al.

Defendants NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 21st day of _ JUNE, 2022, that the foreclosure sale of the properties mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Ayrika Fletcher, Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 25th day of JULYY 2022, provided a copy of this Order be inserted in some daily newspaper printed in Worcester County, Maryland once in each of three successive weeks, before the 18th day of JULY 2022.

The Report of Sale filed in the above case states the amount of the sales to be as indicated below for the referenced time-share interval: TIMESHARES SOLD: BC = BAY CLUB TIME SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATES, INC. CONDO- TIME MINIUM INTERUNIT VAL 409 409 410 411 412 412 507 508 508 508 509 509 510 510 510 510 511 511

17 18 18 17 18 18 17 18 20 20 37 18 19 20 36 38 19 18

5RICE

PURCHASER

$50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $450.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50,00

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STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-21-000162 BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. Box 3307 Ocean City, Maryland 21842-3307 Plaintiff vs DAVID F. FERRERA, et al.

Defendants NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 21 ST day of June 2022, that the foreclosure sale ofthe properties mentioned in these proceedings made and reported by Ayrika Fletcher, Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 25th day of JULY, 2022, provided a copy of this Order be inserted in some daily newspaper printed in Worcester County, Maryland once in each of three successwe weeks, before the 18th day of July, 2022 The Report of Sale filed in the above case states the amount of the sales to be as indicated below for the referenced time-share interval: TIMESHARES SOLD: BC = BAY CLUB TIME SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATES, INC. CONDO- TIME MINIUM INTERUNIT VAL 202 202 202 202 202 202 203 203 203 203 203 203 203 203 203 203 203 203 203 203 203 203 204

39 40 41 43 44 50 4 7 8 10 11 13 16 17 37 41 42 44 45 48 50 51 1

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$50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50,00 $50,00 $50,00 $50,00 $50,00 $50,00

BC BC BC BC BC BC BC BC BC BC BC BC BC BC BC BC BC BC BC BC BC BC BC

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 24, 2022

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 24, 2022

TRUE TEST COPY SUSAN R. BRANIECKI Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD 3x 06-24, 7-01, 7-08

TRUE TEST COPY SUSAN R. BRANIECKI Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD 3x 06-24, 7-01, 7-08

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AYRIKA FLETCHER, ESQ. IN-HOUSE COUNSEL BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. BOX 3307 OCEAN CITY, MD 21843-3307

B. RANDALL COATES ESQCOATES, COATES, & COATES 204 WEST GREEN STREET P O BOX 293 SNOW HILL, MD 21863

AYRIKA FLETCHER, ESQ. IN-HOUSE COUNSEL BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY,

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 24, 2022 DANIEL C. EBEL Personal Representative True Test Copy TERRI WESTCOTT Register of Wills for Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 1x 6-24,

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN

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The deadline is Tuesday at noon. For more information call 410-641-4563 or email classifieds@mdcoastdispatch.com HEIRS ESTATE NO. 19275 To all persons interested in the estate of ANNA LEE SHOCKLEY, ESTATE NO. 19275. Notice is given that HAROLD T. SHOCKLEY, 31402 DAGSBORO ROAD, DELMAR, MD 21875, was on JUNE 21, 2022, appointed Personal Representative of the estate of ANNA LEE SHOCKLEY, who died on MAY 30, 2022 with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 21ST day of DECEMBER, 2022.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 24, 2022 HAROLD T. SHOCKLEY, Personal Representative True Test Copy TERRI WESTCOTT Register of Wills for Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 3x 6-24, 7-01, 7-08

First Insertion AYRIKA FLETCHER, ESQ. TRUSTEE BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. BOX 3307 Ocean City, MD 21843-3307 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND C-23-CV-22-000138 BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. Box 3307 Ocean City, Maryland 21843-3307 Plaintiff v.

PAUL A. MARSHALL, et al.

Defendants TRUSTEE’S SALE OF TIME SHARE INTERVALS IN BAY CLUB CONDOMINIUM, OCEAN CITY, MD By virtue of a certain Claim of Lien recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and pursuant to the Order of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, Case No. C-23-CV-21-000138 the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the entrance of the BAY CLUB RESORT, located at, 302 32ND STREET, OCEAN CITY, Maryland, the following described property located in Ocean City, Worcester County, Maryland, on Saturday, July 9, 2022, at 11:30 AM the following timeshare intervals: CONDOMINIUM UNIT

TIME INTERVAL

502 502 502 503 503 503 503 503 503 503 503 503 503 503 503 503 503 503 503 503 503 503 504 504 504

47 48 49 2 3 4 6 7 10 11 12 15 16 17 36 37 39 44 46 48 49 50 1 2 10

Each time interval being one week per year in the corresponding unit, each unit being part of the Bay Club Condominium, including an

undivided interest in the common elements thereof, as established pursuant to a Declaration of Condominium and Timeshare recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland and subsequent Declarations of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions, as to each condominium unit and recorded among the aforesaid Land R e c o r d s .

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranties and guarantees. A secured party may bid and shall be excused from deposit requirements. The Trustee reserves the right to withdraw any interval from the sale and/or to reject any and all bids.

Terms of Sale: The full amount of the sales price per time interval will be required at the time of sale, such payment to be made by e-check or credit card. Bids for all intervals will open at $50.00. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, 2022 maintenance fees and all other settlement costs shall be borne by the purchaser. The date of settlement shall be within fifteen (15) days after final ratification by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, time being of the essence; otherwise, the full payment made may be forfeited and the property may be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser, or in any manner designated by the Trustee; or, the Seller may exercise any of its legal or equitable rights against the defaulting purchaser. For more information, call: Ayrika Fletcher, Esq., Trustee, at 443-6728107, or email at afletcher@mdpropertyattorney.com.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 24, 2022 TRUE TEST COPY SUSAN R. BRANIECKI Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD 3x 06-24, 07-01, 07-08

First Insertion AYRIKA FLETCHER, ESQ. TRUSTEE BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. BOX 3307 Ocean City, MD 21843-3307 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND C-23-CV-22-000136 BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. Box 3307 Ocean City, Maryland 21843-3307 Plaintiff v.

DAVID SKINNER, et al.

Defendants TRUSTEE’S SALE OF TIME SHARE INTERVALS IN BAY CLUB CONDOMINIUM, OCEAN CITY, MD By virtue of a certain Claim of Lien recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and pursuant to the Order of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, Case No. C-23-CV-21-000136 the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the entrance of the BAY CLUB RESORT, located at, 302 32ND STREET, OCEAN CITY, Maryland, the following described property located in Ocean City, Worcester County, Maryland, on Saturday, July 9, 2022, at 11:15 AM the following timeshare intervals: CONDOMINIUM UNIT

TIME INTERVAL

505 505 505 506 506 506 506 506 506 506 506 506 506 506 506 506 506 506 506 506 506 506 506 506 506

49 50 51 1 2 3 4 6 8 9 10 12 17 18 19 20 36 41 43 45 46 47 48 49 52

Each time interval being one week per year in the corresponding unit, each unit being part of the Bay Club Condominium, including an undivided interest in the common elements thereof, as established pursuant to a Declaration of Condominium and Timeshare recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland and subsequent Declarations of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions, as to each condominium unit and recorded among the aforesaid Land R e c o r d s .

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranties and guarantees. A secured party may bid and shall be excused from deposit requirements. The Trustee reserves the right to withdraw any interval from the sale and/or to reject any and all bids.

Terms of Sale: The full amount of the sales price per time interval will be required at the time of sale, such payment to be made by e-check or credit card. Bids for all intervals will open at $50.00. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, 2022 maintenance fees and all other settlement costs shall be borne by the pur-

Page 73 chaser. The date of settlement shall be within fifteen (15) days after final ratification by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, time being of the essence; otherwise, the full payment made may be forfeited and the property may be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser, or in any manner designated by the Trustee; or, the Seller may exercise any of its legal or equitable rights against the defaulting purchaser. For more information, call: Ayrika Fletcher, Esq., Trustee, at 443-6728107, or email at afletcher@mdpropertyattorney.com.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 24, 2022 TRUE TEST COPY SUSAN R. BRANIECKI Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD 3x 06-24, 07-01, 07-08

First Insertion AYRIKA FLETCHER, ESQ. TRUSTEE BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. BOX 3307 Ocean City, MD 21843-3307 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND C-23-CV-22-000065 BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATES, INC. P.O. Box 3307 Ocean City, Maryland 21843-3307 Plaintiff v.

SANDRA J. SHINDEL,et al.

Defendants TRUSTEE’S SALE OF TIME SHARE INTERVALS IN BAY CLUB CONDOMINIUM, OCEAN CITY, MD By virtue of a certain Claim of Lien recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and pursuant to the Order of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, Case No. C-23-CV-21-000065 the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the entrance of the BAY CLUB RESORT, located at, 302 32ND STREET, OCEAN CITY, Maryland, the following described property located in Ocean Pines, Worcester County, Maryland, on Saturday, July 9, 2022, at 11:00 AM the following timeshare intervals: CONDOMINIUM UNIT

TIME INTERVAL

502 504 504

46 12 14

CONDOMINIUM UNIT

TIME INTERVAL

504 504 504 504 504 504 504 505 505 505 505 505 505 505 505 505 505 505 505 505 505 505

15 26 43 47 48 49 50 1 6 7 9 10 11 15 19 40 41 42 43 44 45 48

Each time interval being one week per year in the corresponding unit, each unit being part of the Bay Club Condominium, including an undivided interest in the common elements thereof, as established pursuant to a Declaration of Condominium and Timeshare recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland and subsequent Declarations of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions, as to each condominium unit and recorded among the aforesaid Land R e c o r d s .

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranties and guarantees. A secured party may bid and shall be excused from deposit requirements. The Trustee reserves the right to withdraw any interval from the sale and/or to reject any and all bids.

Terms of Sale: The full amount of the sales price per time interval will be required at the time of sale, such payment to be made by e-check or credit card. Bids for all intervals will open at $50.00. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, 2022 maintenance fees and all other settlement costs shall be borne by the purchaser. The date of settlement shall be within fifteen (15) days after final ratification by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, time being of the essence; otherwise, the full payment made may be forfeited and the property may be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser, or in any manner designated by the Trustee; or, the Seller may exercise any of its legal or equitable rights against the defaulting purchaser. For more information, call: Ayrika Fletcher, Esq., Trustee, at 443-6728107, or email at afletcher@mdpropertyattorney.com.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication JUNE 24, 2022 TRUE TEST COPY SUSAN R. BRANIECKI Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD 3x 06-24, 07-01, 07-08

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Who’s Where When 45TH ST. TAPHOUSE 443-664-2201 45th St. & Coastal Hwy. Friday, June 24: Cup Of Joe Saturday, June 25: Decaf Joe BUXY’S SALTY DOG 410-289-0973 28th St. & Coastal Hwy. Friday, June 24: DJ Wax Sunday, June 26: DJ BK COCONUTS BEACH BAR & GRILL OCEANFRONT CASTLE IN THE SAND 37th & 38th St. 410-289-6846 Friday, June 24: Darin Engh, Zion Reggae Saturday, June 25: The Bills, Trigger Fish Sunday, June 26: Top Shelf Duo, Colossal Fossil Sauce Monday, June 27: Sean Loomis, Smooth Rhythm Tuesday, June 28: Aaron Howell Duo, Dave Hawkins & Joe Mama Wednesday, June 29: Bilenki Duo, Chasing Autumn Thursday, June 30: Jack Bannon, Lime Green Band

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Best Beats

DJ ROBCEE Fager’s Island: Friday, June 24

On The Beach BEATS BY WAX Buxy’s: Friday, June 24 Pickles Pub: Tuesdays & Thursdays Coins Pub: Wednesdays

DJ BK Greene Turtle West: Saturday, June 25 Buxy’s Salty Dog: Sundays

THE MBD BAND OC Fontainebleu Resort: Friday, June 24

JACK BANNON Pier 23: Friday, June 24 Crabcake Factory Bayside: Wednesday, June 29

COINS PUB 410-289-3100 28th St. Plaza On Coastal Hwy. Friday, June 24: Bubblin’ Crude Saturday, June 25: Jim Long, Shortcut Sunny Wednesdays: DJ Wax

JIM LONG BAND Coin’s Pub: Saturdays

CORK BAR Saturday, June 25: Lennon LaRicci Sunday, June 26: Going Coastal CRABCAKE FACTORY BAYSIDE 302-988-5000 37314 Lighthouse Rd., Rte. 54 Selbyville, DE Friday, June 24: Monkee Paw Sunday, June 26: River & Rhodes Tuesday, June 28: Old School Wednesday, June 29: Jack Bannon

BEATS BY STYLER Pickles Pub: Fridays, Sundays, Wednesdays

CRAWL STREET TAVERN 443-373-2756 Wicomico St. Downtown O.C. Friday, June 24: The Quartermen Saturday, June 25: Deviation By Design Sundays: Karaoke W/DJ Rut Thursdays: DJ DeoGee FAGER’S ISLAND 410-524-5500 60th St. In The Bay Friday, June 24: DJ RobCee, Foreplay, Hit Parade Saturday, June 25: Diamond Alley, DJ Groove, The Loop Monday, June 27: Animal House, DJ Hector, It’s All Good Tuesday, June 28: DJ Hector, DJ Hook Wednesday, June 29: DJ Adam Dutch Thursday, June 30: DJ Groove, Jay Swanson, Lombardy

DJ BILLY T Harborside: Friday, Sunday &Thursday

BAD W/NAMES Purple Moose: Friday & Saturday, June 24 & 25

DJ PAPI ROISTEROUS Lookout Lounge: Sundays Purple Moose: Wednesdays

DJ DEOGEE Crawl St. Tavern: Thursdays

DEVIATION BY DESIGN Crawl St. Tavern: Saturday, June 25

KAROAKE W/JEREMY Harborside: Saturdays Greene Turtle West: Sundays

GREENE TURTLE WEST 410-213-1500 Rt. 611, West O.C. Saturday, June 25: DJ BK Sundays: Karaoke w/ DJ Jeremy HARBORSIDE 410-213-1846 South Harbor Rd., West O.C. Fridays: DJ Billy T Saturday, June 25: The Dunehounds, DJ Jeremy Sunday, June 26: Pickin’ Party, DJ Billy T Thursdays: DJ Billy T

SHORTCUT SUNNY Coins Pub: Saturday, June 25 Pier 23: Thursday, June 30

DARIN ENGH Coconuts Beach Bar: Friday, June 24

THE LOOP Fager’s Island: Saturday, June 25

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Who’s Where When OC EATERIES 12849 Ocean Gateway Rte. 50 West OC Friday, June 24: Ron Thompson Saturday, June 25: Endless Ember Thursday, June 30: Sean Kemmerer

PICKIN’ PARTY Harborside: Sunday, June 26

ENDLESS EMBER OC Eateries: Saturday, June 25

OC FONTAINEBLEU RESORT 410-524-3535 10100 Coastal Hwy. In The OC Friday, June 24: First Class, The MBD Band Saturday, June 25: First Class, DJ Yemi Sunday, June 26: First Class, Whiskey Graves Monday -Thursday, June 27-30: On The Edge OCEAN PINES YACHT CLUB 410-641-7501 1 Mumford’s Landing Rd., OP Friday, June 24: Sons Of Pirates Saturday, June 25: Dylan Zangwill Sunday, June 26: Hometown Strangers Thursday, June 30: Josh Christina

DIAMOND ALLEY Fager’s island: Saturday, June 25

TROLL TRIBE Pickles Pub: Saturday, June 25

SMOOTH & RHYTHM Coconuts Beach Bar: Monday, June 27

ON THE EDGE OC Fontainebleu Resort: Monday-Thursday, June 27-30

ZION REGGAE BAND Coconuts Beach Bar: Friday, June 24 Seacrets: Wednesday, June 29

9 MILE ROOTS Seacrets: Friday & Saturday, June 24 & 25

MONKEE PAW Crabcake Factory Bayside: Friday, June 24

GOING COASTAL Cork Bar: Sunday, June 26

PICKLES PUB 410-289-4891 8th St. & Philadelphia Ave. Fridays: Beats By Styler Saturday, June 25: Troll Tribe Sundays: Beats By Styler Mondays: Karaoke with Wood Tuesdays: Beats By Wax Wednesdays: Beats By Styler Thursdays: Beats By Wax PIER 23 410-289-3323 12817 Harbor Rd., West OC Friday, June 24: Jack Bannon Saturday, June 25: Rich Mama Sunday, June 26: Kaleb Brown • Chino Rankin Wednesday, June 29: Colossal Fossil Sauce Thursday, June 30: Shortcut Sunny PURPLE MOOSE SALOON Between Talbot & Caroline Sts. On The Boardwalk 410-289-6953 Friday & Saturday, June 24 & 25: Bad W/Names Sunday: June 26: Adam Dutch Monday, June 27: DJ Rut Saturdays, Tuesday, June 28 & Thursday, June 30: DJ Adam Dutch Wednesdays: DJ Papi Roisterous SEACRETS 410-524-4900 49th St. & Coastal Hwy. Friday, June 24: DJ Bobby O, Fish Out Of Water, DJ Tuff, DJ Davie, 9 Mile Roots, Kristen & The Noise Saturday, June 25: DJ Bobby O, DJ Tuff, The Malones, DJ Cruz, 9 Mile Roots, The Way Outs, Crash The Party Sunday, June 26: DJ Davie, DJ Tuff, DJ Bobby O, Triple Rail Turn, S.T.O.R.M., The Benderz Monday, June 27: DJ Davie, DJ Tuff, DJ Bobby O, Full Circle, I & I Riddim Reggae Tuesday, June 28:DJ Davie, DJ Tuff, DJ Bobby O, I & I Riddim Reggae, Opposite Directions, Lima Bean Riot Wednesday, June 29: DJ Davie, DJ Cruz, DJ Bobby O, Full Circle Duo, Zion Reggae Band Thursday, June 30: DJ Cruz, DJ Tuff, DJ Bobby O, John McNutt Band, GoGo Gadjet, New Direction

Board Candidates Share Views At Ocean Pines Forum

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BY BETHANY HOOPER

STAFF WRITER

OCEAN PINES – Six contenders in this year’s board election convened this week to share their views on association matters in the first of two scheduled candidate forums.

On Wednesday, the Ocean Pines Elections Committee held a forum for the six candidates running in the 2022 Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors election. This year, candidates Paula Gray, Amy Peck, Stuart Lakernick, Monica Rakowski, Josette Wheatley and Steve Jacobs will vie for three seats currently held by Peck, Wheatley and Larry Perrone.

“The successful candidates in this election will serve until 2025, and many decisions will be made by this next board of directors over the years,” said Elections Committee Chair Carol Ludwig. “Our purpose this evening is to help inform you, the Ocean Pines voters, about the six candidates.”

As part of this week’s forum, candidates were given time to share opening and closing statements and answer questions submitted by residents.

If elected, Gray, a fulltime resident, said she will bring her personal and professional experiences to serve the community.

“I would bring the innate ability to never take board or association concerns for granted,” she said. “And finally, what I consider most important is that in all my positions and jobs in life I made every effort not to forget that I represent others, not to bring my personal plans, my personal wishes, or my personal demands to any job I ever do.”

Peck, appointed to fill a board vacancy in 2021, said she is eager to continue the work she started and support the general manager and association staff.

“I’m asking voters to ignore the loud, noisy minority with their negative messages, misinformation and the throw-theboard-out mentality,” she said. “Ignore the constant complainers offering no solutions and listen and hear the fact that Ocean Pines is doing better than ever. We need to keep this going.”

Lakernick, seeking a spot on the board for the third straight year, said he wants to work with the board and follow the association’s governing documents.

“We may not always agree but it doesn’t have to become contentious and nasty,” he said. “The only agenda I have is to work hard for this community, work hard to listen to members of our HOA and finally help our board work as a team for the betterment of Ocean Pines. Most importantly, no matter who you vote for, look at the issues and vote for a positive change for our community.”

Rakowski said she will use her skills and life lessons serve the association’s members.

“I will work hard for you, just as hard as I do for myself and in my personal life,” she said. “I will apply that same attitude and work ethic for anything I do for the board … I know how to get along, I know how to compromise, and I know how to say ‘It’s not always going to go my way.’”

Wheatley, also appointed to fill a board

Candidates Paula Gray, Amy Peck, Stuart Lakernick, Monica Rakowski, Josette Wheatley and Steve Jacobs are pictured at the first of two candidate forums held this week in Ocean Pines.

Photo by Bethany Hooper

vacancy in 2021, said she wanted to continue serving as a director to preserve the community’s legacy and history.

“The only special interest group I have allegiance to is the 8,542 lot owners, my neighbors, and that is who I am here to represent,” she said. “And I ask for your vote so I may continue my work for Ocean Pines.”

If elected to the board, Jacobs, a fulltime resident serving on the Bylaws and Resolutions Committee and Golf Advisory Committee, said he would prioritize property values and association amenities.

“There are two central points we should keep in mind that I think are paramount,” he said. “One, people live in Ocean Pines for the services and amenities available to them. Two, the board should always avoid making adverse decisions which impact the value of the property each of us has purchased. This is my frame of reference and the guidepost we should all follow.”

On Wednesday, candidates answered questions on topics regarding the reliability of social media, community survey priorities and the enforcement of the association’s declaration of restrictions.

The candidates were also asked their views on board transparency. Jacobs said he believed the board to be open in its decision-making processes.

“I think we’re pretty transparent,” he said. “Anyone who wants to can watch the board make deliberations on YouTube and on the Ocean Pines website. There’s sufficient press coverage, and even social media.”

Rakowski argued that the board could improve communications following closed meetings.

“I do feel like we’ve gone behind closed doors too often,” she said. “And I realize there are certain reasons you must do that – I understand litigation, personnel issues and things like that – but I think sometimes when the board goes behind closed doors, there’s not enough communication afterward about it.”

Gray said the board needed to consider ways in which to inform all homeowners in a timely manner. She also advocated for moving board meetings back to Saturday mornings.

“Not everyone’s going to have an email, not everyone’s going to have a computer …,” she said. “The board has to make certain that every person in this community receives information.”

Lakernick asserted the board held several closed meetings and spent a large amount of money on legal fees.

“I feel that we have paid for some questionable advice and then we have to pay to defend that advice,” he said. “Or sometimes the board doesn’t take the advice

and acts on their own. That’s not transparent, and that’s not the way it’s supposed to be.”

Peck said she has been an advocate for board transparency, as she had pushed for hybrid meetings, electronic voting and town hall sessions regarding important association topics.

“I make sure all agendas and committee meetings are posted,” she said. “It’s important that the board own up to mistakes, like the recent certification of candidates not being done correctly the first time. I make sure to direct homeowners where to find information on our website.

Even hard copies of our financials can be found in the administration lobby.”

Wheatley said information regarding the association’s budget and expenditures were closely monitored and reported on in monthly board meetings. She added that hybrid meetings also contributed to board transparency.

“As a director of the board, I support the concept of hybrid meetings …,” she said. “This is a giant step for transparency to allow full member participation.”

Candidates were also asked if they would support limiting boat ramp access to Ocean Pines residents and guests and utilizing access control gates. Gray said she would work with the general manager to determine the impact of limiting access and imposing fees.

“It’s very burdensome to hear people say, ‘I live here, and I can’t get my boat in …,’” she said. “It would be interesting to see if we can support our boat ramps with just residents.”

Wheatley said she supported the idea of imposing fees for commercial use.

“If it’s $5 per launch, well that $5 adds up at the end of the day,” she said. “And if we can come up with rough data that shows we can actually make this an affordable and feasible way to go, I’d support that.”

Pointing out the association’s nonprofit status, and its inability to limit access, Peck said she did not support the idea.

She did, however, argued in support of a fee system.

“Just like we do with other amenities, we can charge different rates for residents versus non-residents,” she explained. “I actually looked into this issue. Years ago, they talked about a gate and using an electronic card to let you in and out. That is an expensive undertaking, and you might forget your card. What we can do is just issue stickers.”

Rakowski said she did not support commercial uses at the boat ramp. She also spoke against the idea of an access control gate.

“I worked at the Federal Reserve bank and people were forgetting their badges

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all the time …,” she said. “What are we going to do when someone has their boat up there and they can’t go anywhere?”

Lakernick said he supported the idea of limiting access or imposing a fee for non-residents.

“But the bigger issue isn’t the crowded boat ramp,” he added. “Have you gone over by Mumford’s Pool where the boat ramp is on a Saturday? The trailers are sitting all over the place. I must have knocked on 1,000 doors last year when I was campaigning, and the biggest problem in that neighborhood was parking all over the place.”

Jacobs said he would work with the general manager to come up with a solution that addresses residents’ concerns.

“How do we make sure our residents can use the boat ramp, while we might be able to realize some revenue, by having nonresidents, guests and commercial users pay a fee?” he said.

Candidates were also asked what the association could do to improve safety for walkers and bikes and accessibility to nearby essential services such as grocery stores and pharmacies.

In addition to improving crosswalks and adding signage, Peck noted that leaders should weigh in on Route 90 improvements.

“We are essentially cut in half by Route 90,” she said. “Let’s take this opportunity to ensure we have safer pedestrian bike crossings.”

Jacobs agreed, pointing out the need for communication.

“One person pointed out to me one of the things we don’t do well is we don’t reach out effectively to Worcester County and we don’t deal effectively at times with our state legislature,” he said.

Lakernick said pedestrian safety improvements required engineering.

“We need to have our issue here engineered so we can have a safe way of getting around,” he said.

Wheatley encouraged the community to embrace Route 90 improvements and walking paths to nearby stores and services.

“This will be an opportunity for our community to work together to beautify what’s ours,” she said.

Rakowski said the community could consider shuttles to and from nearby stores.

“I would like to see some sort of shuttle service, maybe once a week or once every other week, where we provide a ride to Food Lion or the post office,” she said.

Gray said the community also needed to address speeding.

“I think the police department, which is already burdened, needs to make their presence known …,” she said.

The entirety of Wednesday’s candidate forum is posted on the association’s YouTube channel. A second candidate forum has also been scheduled for June 25, at 10 a.m. in the Clubhouse Meeting Room on 100 Clubhouse Drive. Officials say ballots will be mailed to homeowners the week of July 12, with a return deadline of Aug. 10 at 4 p.m. Ballots will be counted and vote totals will be announced on Aug. 11 starting at 10 a.m. in the Clubhouse Meeting Room.

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SPORTS Seahawks Earn Top Bayside South Honors In The News

BY SHAWN J. SOPER MANAGING EDITOR

BERLIN – Stephen Decatur’s boys’ varsity lacrosse team was well-represented when the Bayside South awards for the 2022 season were released last week.

The Seahawks won the Bayside South championship before falling to Kent Island in the Bayside Conference title game. When the Bayside South awards were announced last week, Hoffy Hoffman was named conference

Coach of the Year. In addition, Decatur’s Joe Buxbaum was named Bayside South Defensive Player of the Year.

Joining Buxbaum on the All-Bayside South First Team from Decatur were Gabe Geiser, Shaki Bowen, Jeff Eichelberger, Austin Airey and Collin Fohner. Named to the All-Bayside South Second Team were Luke Bahlman, Lance Adams and Henry Brous.

Earning honorable mention from Decatur were Luke Popielaski and Owen Sperry.

Marlin Club’s Small Boat Tourney Underway

BY SHAWN J. SOPER MANAGING EDITOR

OCEAN CITY – The Ocean City Marlin Club’s 43rd annual Small Boat Tournament gets underway on Saturday with the first of two planned fishing days.

With several major offshore tournaments looming later this summer, some of the smaller boats in the resort’s sportfishing fleet will get their chance in the spotlight this weekend with the Ocean City Marlin Club’s 43rd annual Small Boat Tournament.

The club’s annual Small Boat Tournament provides an opportunity for smaller boats to compete before the bigger events such as the Ocean City Tuna Tournament and the White Marlin Open, for example, later in the summer.

Participating boats must decide to fish one of two fishing days, Saturday or Sunday. Weigh-ins will be held at Sunset Marina each of the

two days from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. As its name implies, the tournament is open to all boats with a length of 34 feet or under. The event is divided into two divisions: the offshore division and the inshore division. Inshore, participating crews will target flounder, seabass, tog, bluefish and rockfish. The offshore division targets tuna, dolphin, and billfish, the latter of which will be released and recorded in a points division. Boats can enter both the inshore and offshore categories, fishing inshore one day and offshore the other.

The tournament gets underway on Friday with an in-person registration and captain’s meeting at 7:45 p.m., or a virtual captain’s meeting on the club’s website or Facebook page. After the two fishing days are complete and the scores tallied, the event will culminate with an Eastern Shore-style crab feast and awards ceremony under the clubhouse on Sunday evening.

Tuna And Tiaras Moved To This Weekend The Berlin Little League 11-12 All-Stars won their league tournament last week, beating Delmar, 13-2, in the title game. Pictured above, the Berlin 11-12 All-Stars show off their championship trophies and ribbons.

Submitted Photo

BY SHAWN J. SOPER MANAGING EDITOR

OCEAN CITY – Postponed by bad weather, rough seas and poor fishing conditions last weekend, the second annual Tuna and Tiaras ladies-only tournament has been moved to this weekend instead.

The Tuna and Tiaras Tournament was set for last weekend but was postponed for a variety of reasons. It has been moved to this weekend with the same rules in place.

The action for the Tuna and Tiaras Tournament gets underway on Friday, the first of two fishing days. The offshore action continues on Saturday, with an awards banquet set for Sunday. Hosted by the Ocean City Fishing Center, the Tuna and Tiaras Tournament is a ladiesonly event for the benefit of Women Supporting Women, a grassroots organization founded in 1993 to provide awareness, education and support for those affected by breast cancer. Funds raised by the organization stay on Delmarva and provide free services and support to local breast cancer survivors.

Teams of lady anglers will fish of the two scheduled fishing days on Friday and Saturday and the teams will be limited to six anglers. Weigh-ins will be held at the Ocean City Fishing Center each day from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The targeted species will be yellow fin tuna, blue fin tuna, long fin tuna, wahoo and mahi.

A total of 36 boats competed in the inaugural Tuna and Tiaras Tournament last year and over $64,000 was doled out to the winners in different categories. In the heaviest tuna division, the crew on the Hocus Pocus came in first with a 98-pound tuna. Second place went to the crew on the Tighten Up with a 97-pounder, while the Chain Reaction was third with an 84-pounder.

In the heaviest stringer division, the C-Boys took first with a total of 204 pounds. The Hocus Pocus took second with 172 pounds. By virtue of finishing first in the heaviest tuna category and second in the heaviest stringer category, the Hocus Pocus was the tournament’s top prize winner with over $23,000. The Reel Chaos was third in the heaviest stringer division with 160 pounds.

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June 24, 2022

Holiday Fireworks Cancelation Inexcusable How We See It

Unlike the other events that have been canceled or shortened this year, Ocean City’s announcement fireworks will not be held on the 4th of July is an embarrassment.

Weather led to the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and associated festivities being canceled. Springfest was shortened by flooding. A windy day cut the twoday Jellyfish Festival in half. These are weather driven changes in plans, but Ocean City having to issue this announcement is disappointing: “The firework company contracted to provide fireworks for both holiday celebrations told officials that labor shortages resulted in having inadequate staff to host the events as expected.” This was to be the first year of a three-year contract with a new vendor after last year’s daytime fireworks mishap. Attempts to find another vendor on short notice for this year were evidently unsuccessful.

This marks the third straight year fireworks will not be held on Independence Day in Ocean City. Fears of crowds gath-

ering amid uncertain times in pandemic year 2020 made for an easy call for city officials. Last year the accidental discharge led all fireworks shows being canceled. The video of the fireworks going off during the daytime on a beautiful day made national news. This year’s announcement – two weeks before Independence Day – the vendor did not have the personnel to pull off the displays is inexcusable.

The reason given is a labor shortage.

Worker issue and supply chain problems are often cited as reasons to explain unfortunate realities today, such as increased costs for everything, delays in shipping and reduced business hours of operation, just to name a few.

It’s absurd, however, for a vendor to not honor a fireworks contract with a municipality for the Fourth of July because of manpower issues. It’s ridiculous.

Maybe the 4th of July snuck up on the vendor and it was just realized two weeks before there was not enough manpower to pull off the events. It’s high-

ly unlikely and unprofessional and Ocean City should end the vendor contract. One fireworks display – rather than the two planned -- would have been at least a must. The downtown display should have taken place at a minimum. Instead, a beach resort with world-class amenities will not have fireworks on Independence Day. Smaller displays with live music are now planned for July 3 uptown and July 5 downtown.

Meanwhile, as Ocean City cancels its large-scale fireworks displays and tries to make the best of it, Ocean Pines will hold its typical Fourth of July festivities with fireworks and Berlin will hold its traditional July 3 display. No manpower issues plagued their efforts.

It’s been three years since Ocean City has had its typical Fourth of July fireworks displays. The previous years were understandable and unfortunate, but much needs to be learned from this year’s announcement. This cannot happen again.

Letters To The Editor Poor Customer Service Editor: My family and I are spending a week in Ocean City, introducing our 6-monthold grandson to the joys of the beach.

Our stay is in a condo at Ocean Place on the north end of the island with easy access to the beach. Such a plus with a baby.

As I drive the Coastal Highway and see the enormous number of vacation properties, I am filled with gratitude toward two classes of workers -- those involved in water treatment and quality and the army of housekeepers who toil invisibly to make renters' stays enjoyable.

The importance of the latter was driven home when we arrived on site on Saturday. We had no sheets on any of the beds, no towels, and it was obvious the unit had barely been cleaned. We tried to solve the issue through Vacasa, the property management company.

After two days of being promised sheets and towels, we bought our own.

My daughter purchased cleaning supplies and scrubbed and vacuumed. She used 14 wet Swiffer cloths to clean the grime off the laminate flooring.

We reported all of this to the local Vacasa office and asked for reimbursement for the sheets. Hearing nothing, we drove to the office where we were told that our problems were system-wide for them.

The corporate office had instructed them to refund everyone's cleaning fee, $142 in our case. Can you say, "Breach of Contract"?

Housekeeping is essential to people's impression of a rental property, and, in the case of hotels, often a factor in a guest's willingness to stay at all. I learned this when I worked as a hotel chamber-

maid while in college. I pray these critical workers are fairly compensated for the work they do.

Charlotte Phillips Dover, Del.

Experience Matters Editor: A recent letter from Tony Christ bashing the Ocean City Town Council is one that needs to be called out for its absurdity.

In all fairness, I must say that for what may be the first time ever, I agree that a small portion of his rant has some validity. Mr. Christ uses the term “Good Old Boys” when citing examples of his unhappiness with government. I do agree with him that the Hale Harrison’s and Buddy Jenkins’ of the area possess way too much power here in Town. Businesses should be taking direction from the government, not the other way around. It appears 2022 will bring us a huge shortage of our beloved Chesapeake Bay Blue Crab this year, yet ask any professional crabber if we should have new restrictions on crabbing and you can bet it will be met with resistance. I also recall that it was mentioned by the Mayor and Town Council that we would seek the most qualified candidates from far and wide for the two very important positions of Director of Tourism and Business Development and for City Manager. That net was not cast any further than Worcester County, as Tom Perlozzo and Terry McGean were selected for these positions. While both appear to be doing a fine job, it can also be argued that this is a clear case of the “Good Old Boys” network in full force. But, my agreement with Mr. Christ ends there.

Mr. Christ chastises the Council for having conflicts of interest. He takes aim at Councilmember Gehrig for running D3 because some businesses in town choose to purchase his services.

How silly. He then chastises Councilmembers James and Buas for their desire to fill our town with tourists. How frightening that he would view this as a problem. Even worse, he pounced on Councilmember Paddock for what he perceives as the Councilmember’s bias towards unions. This one really hits hard because I remember my disappointment with Councilmember Paddock when he took a neutral position on the organizing efforts of the other First Responders in Town. I have not heard Councilmember Paddock once talk about working to bring unionization rights to the town’s hard working Public Works Department, Parks Department, or even our everyday heroes at the OCBP. Mr. Christ’s demands of recusal by these members are without merit and downright scary. Does anybody think Mayor Meehan should not serve as our Mayor because he is involved in local real estate? Should Members James and Buas turn a blind eye to all things tourism related because they have a bank of knowledge in the industry? Of course not. These guys are perfectly suited for the roles they have been elected to because they actually possess the wisdom that is gained from a lifelong experience in this difficult and ever-changing field.

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Letters To The Editor argument is that Mr. Christ was loud and proud to have supported two candidates for office in the Town’s most recent election. Despite assurances that his two guys would be victorious, the voters felt differently. His guys finished last and second to last. I wonder if his endorsement had a role in their Election Day landslide loss.

I also wonder if the politicians running for office in the county (Van Vonno, Gulyas, Fiori, Addis, Abbott and Helvey) whom Mr. Christ cited favorably will announce a disclaimer of his support. The perceived association may end up in a slaughter at the polls just as Eastman and Hagan experienced.

Lastly, the most condescending and outlandish part of Mr. Christ’s letter was his absolute disdain for the voters of Ocean City, especially those that may be elderly or retired. He categorizes them as disengaged and “not having a dog in the fight” because they receive monthly checks. Mr. Christ sees the retired community very differently than I do. While he treats them as a bunch of lazy wealthy beings without a care in the world, I view them as a very engaged bunch, who are concerned about the cost of food, fuel, medicine and housing. To me they are a wise bunch that should be listened to and respected for their lifelong experiences and not just cast aside as being hasbeens in society. With the attitude displayed by him, it is little wonder why the voters chose not to back his candidates of choice.

M. Scott Chismar Ocean City

Traffic, Public Safety Concerns Being Ignored Editor: No one really doubted the outcome when the Worcester County Commissioners scheduled Tuesday’s public hearings (June 21, 2022) to facilitate making the “conceptual” expansions of two major developments, the Triple Crown Estates and Frontier Town, a reality.

It’s all about the smell of money.

Only a few days earlier, county officials chauffeured representatives from Wall Street’s bond rating agencies around the county to showcase real estate developments in process that will add to the revenue base. Following the tour, traffic and safety concerns took a back seat as the County Commissioners approved the expansion of Triple Crown Estates. Then, moments later, the commissioners approved changing the rules so Frontier Town can pack in an additional 112 cabins to house up to 672 more campers. Again, safety at a dangerous intersection was given little consideration.

During the five minutes allocated for public comment on each proposal, residents that will be forced to cope with additional traffic begged for relief. They simply wanted action now to deal with the seasonally overburdened Route 589 and Stephen Decatur Highway corridors.

Simply asked the County Commissioners to do something to address the already dangerous traffic conditions before approving expansions that will increase the threat to public safety. It was even suggested the developers help pay for a traf-

fic light or other measures that could save lives. Cost sharing — getting the developers to ante-up – wasn’t even discussed.

Nope. Easing the conditions so you can turn onto Route 589 from Gum Point Road is a State Department of Transportation responsibility, the Commissioners noted, one musing that perhaps the speed limit could be reduced. Furthermore, Triple Crown’s developer had a two-year old traffic study, presumably showing the congestion on Route 589 was okay.

Down at Frontier Town, Attorney Hugh Cropper’s proposal for eliminating most campsite design rules, including those applicable to where campers park their vehicles, easily won approval. The campground now can add 112 cabins in creative clusters with more green space. The cabins will be no less than 10 feet apart.

Mr. Cropper said eliminating the road access, on-site parking and campsite design requirements would create a more natural experience for the “rednecks” visiting the campground, who he said “presumably” would travel by golf cart or hike for the duration of their visit. Hugh rarely loses when he asks the Commissioners to help his clients.

The specter of golf carts transporting up to 672 additional campers to undefined remote parking sites, or to Buck’s to replenish beer and jerky supplies, was a concern of one speaker from the South Point Association. She claimed the intersection of Assateague Road and Stephen Decatur Highway already is dangerous.

Adding golf carts and more campers to the mix would only make a dangerous situation worse.

Again, the highways are a State Highway responsibility. Mr. Cropper noted he grew up on South Point and lives near Buck’s, claiming to never have personally observed a golf cart on the highway or at Buck’s. Slam dunk, Mr. Cropper’s proposed change to the rules was adopted without even a miniscule edit to stipulate parking and golf carts must remain within the borders of the campground.

At issue here is not the fact that almost any proposal that will potentially enrich a developer and generate more revenue for the county is assured of passage. On behalf of their developer clients, a couple of our skilled lawyers have perfected their presentation, routinely convincing the commissioners the county’s zoning is riddled with more mistakes than Bush’s has baked beans. At Tuesday’s County Commissioners meeting, no one objected to the proposed expansions.

The issue is the unfortunate impact on our Worcester County community. It’s how cheaply our County Commissioners value the well-being of our citizens. Public safety is being sold for next to nothing at a time when the County Commissioners, intent on building an athletic complex before fully assessing its economic impact, want to show Wall Street our revenue base will expand faster than our expenditures and borrowing grow.

Stephen Katsanos Berlin

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by Publisher/Editor Steve Green It was a productive conversation the Ocean City Mayor and Council had about the OC Air Show this week, specifically what constitutes a headline act.

Throughout its 15-year history in Ocean City, the air show has typically featured the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds (most commonly) or the U.S. Navy Blue Angels. For many years, the two preeminent demonstration teams flipflopped years as headliners. This was a great thing and should be the goal once again. It’s been three years in a row for the Thunderbirds after relations soured with the Blue Angels in 2019 over a police escort from Wallops Island not being offered to the pilots as had been done in the past. Back in 2013, a federal government sequestration resulted in the Blue Angels being grounded shortly before the team was to headline the air show for the first time. With the Thunderbirds already booked elsewhere, the 2013 edition featured an “all-star, all-civilian line up,” which was certainly not the same event without a military jet team headline. From their comments this week, it seems Mayor and Council members are aware the event needs to have one of the major demonstration teams to continue to be a major draw on the resort’s special event calendar.

At issue during this week’s council meeting was the wording in an informal terms’ agreement, which would be the basis for a three-year contract between the promoter and town government. Referring to the headline acts, an item stated, “no less than one of the following: the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds; the U.S. Navy Blue Angels; the Canadian Air Force Snowbirds; or two or more U.S. military single ship jet demonstrations.” The language was questioned, and it was clear Ocean City considered a headline act either the blue angels or thunderbirds teams, not two single jet team performers.

Ocean City is right to harp on the headline act language. A jet flying over the beach never gets old to me, but it’s these military demo teams who carry the event and provide serious excitement for attendees. The hope here is for the event to get back to a headliner rotation between the angels and the thunderbirds teams. These are the patriotic teams most people want to see and key to ensuring the event continues to be an economic development engine for all. The other bookings like the single jets and civilian flyers serve as attractions to round out the event performer list.

There were some special and emotional moments during the memorial service for Wicomico County Sheriff Deputy Glenn Hilliard, who lived in northern Worcester County, this week. Among the many sentimental moments came from Berlin Police Chief Arnold Downing, who was one of the first speakers during the service. Downing hired Hilliard to work for the small town’s department for five years before Hilliard moved on to Wicomico County. Downing spoke of Hilliard in glowing fashion, expressing his pride in hiring him as well as how Hilliard approached him about leaving his department. He said, “chief, I’m ready to move on. Wicomico is a great opportunity – more money, better benefits … and I have to take care of my family. I asked him the same question when I hired him about running away from something or running to something and he gave me the same exact answer. He was always running to something even on his last day.”

During Downing’s presentation, Hilliard’s wife and family were presented the UMES diploma he earned but never received and members of the Berlin Police Department stood in honor as Downing presented the town’s flag to Hilliard’s wife and family. Downing also spoke of a bible verse he wanted to read during the service. It was Isaiah 57 1 and 2, and it read, “Why do good and Godly men often leave too early? The righteous man perishes, and no one lays it to heart; devout men are taken away, while no one understands. For the righteous man is taken away from calamity; he enters into peace; they rest in their beds who walk in their uprightness.”

Community spirit was running high in Berlin during last week’s Dr. Rev. Albert Charles Tindley mural celebration. Besides a nice visual addition to the historic town’s public art space, the mural will stand as a source of pride for years to come. Tindley, who had 46 hymns published including many famous ones, was born in 1851 in Berlin and died in Philadelphia in 1933. Through last Saturday’s celebration, emotions were high for those who were inspired to see it happen in Berlin.

Local resident Gregory Purnell provided some historical insights about Tindley’s life during the public unveiling of the mural, which was created by artist Jay Coleman in less than a week.

“His father was a slave and his mother Hester was a freed woman. So legally that made Charles free, but still growing up amongst slaves, he was separated from his father and lost his mother as a toddler,” Purnell recalled. “And thereby he became an orphan from these meager and poor conditions. There was something different about this boy. He yearned to be educated, wanted to learn, to read. Never able to go to school, Charles taught himself to read and comprehend. There are numerous stories of Charles learning the alphabet and speaking the word for anyone willing to help him to learn, become educated. He spoke of being a barefoot boy in church in one of his first endeavors to demonstrate he gained ability to read the written word. … There were 46 of his hymns that were published.”

It was a proud day for Berlin.

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Far Too Many Fiscal Unknowns With Proposed Sports Complex What Others Are Saying

BY TONY CHRIST

SPECIAL TO THE DISPATCH

BERLIN – In the county public goods have been well established, they include police, fire, education, roads, sewer, water, landfill and social services. The county’s delineation between private and public has remained uniform until recently when two slick Ocean City politicians, Commissioner Joe Mitrecic and Councilman John Gehrig, have clouded the county’s traditional perception of public goods with an Ocean City style investment method, using other public funding to make a bad economic decision look good. They convinced three additional commissioners on a specific location for a travel ball sports complex in a congested area in Berlin, refusing many other sites and offers without any price discovery or a cost proforma, a typical Ocean City “big cheese” style of governing.

Begging the question, will this work for the county? Or is it placing the county unnecessarily in a hidden business risk?

Will the debt costs and the ongoing operational costs outweigh the marginal tax gain from the new business? While the public is being told it is for the children and sports, which we all love, we are distracted. The sports complex will clearly

benefit West Ocean City hotels and a handful of nearby businesses but will be placing the county in financial risk. Are there other less riskful, more economic options for a sports complex that were dismissed? If so, why?

The petition asks voters to postpone incurring more debt in Bill 22-8 till a November vote by the public. Also allowing time to explore other locations. Let’s talk for a minute about what this ambiguous bill on the back of our petition says. Although some commissioners tell us the debt is to fund the land purchase, oddly there is no mention of a land purchase in the bill. The bill, which was passed by four of the seven commissioners, is also ambiguous about the amount of debt it seeks. It first mentions $11,198,830, which the papers have landed on, but three paragraphs’ later the bill says “not more than $14,560,000.” So, which is it?

At (b)(2) in the bill it says “the costs ... including activities and related work not funded from proceeds of the bonds, is approximately $15,584,381.” How did they come up with that number? The total of $14,560,000 and $15,584,381 is $30,144,381. The county has no bids for construction yet their numbers are mysteriously down to the dollar, go figure?

First, the county currently has $92.2

million of general obligation debt, $25.5 million of sewer and water debt and $19 million of landfill debt. Is the county prepared to take on $50,000,000 to $70,000,000 of additional debt on the speculation that the sports complex will make money? Yes, that’s right $50M to $70M. Mr. Ted Elder and Mr. Virgil Shockley, who both know the Harrison property, say the cost could easily be $50,000,000.

It will require 10 acres for a wetlands’ drainage pond. The property is 95.5 acres, leaving the usable area at about 85.5 acres before allowing for roads, sewer and water. The land cost to the county is $83,000 per usable acre while land was available close by costing $10,000 an acre. Both Mr. Elder and Mr. Shockley are in a tight race for commissioner. A sizable structure on the site will add another $20,000,000. Raising the cost to the county and state taxpayers to $70,000,000 or more. Mr. Bunting and Mr. Addis are also in a heated race, yet both support moving slowly with the sports center too.

Mitrecic hastily signed a contract to purchase the Harrison property on April 6, for $7,150,000 two weeks prior to the public hearing and the ambiguous bond bill vote, without bothering to prepare a proforma and without any disclosure of the project’s costs. Mitrecic says the land purchase agreement has a backout clause, begging the question what authority did Mitrecic have to sign the land purchase agreement? The bond bill, which came two weeks after he signed, fails to mention the land purchase. Mitrecic’s fiduciary duty to protect the public’s limited funds seems absent. The failure of our elected officials to disclose these likely costs with specificity, is disrespectful, reducing their presentation to snake oil salesmen This kind of abusive cynical treatment of our county’s limited funds may come back to haunt us, given an uncertain future. Such a deviation from public goods is uncommon for the county. Moreover, it reflects a disrespect of public funds common in Ocean City, but not in the county, why? This question is at the heart of the petition. Why weren’t we given a complete breakdown of all the expenses before the agreement was signed for the Harrison property purchase? Why wait till they are incurred and will expose the county to undisclosed certain liabilities, the size of which are unknown, in pursuit of a risky gain or loss?

The failure of our elected officials to disclose these likely costs with specificity, shows disrespect and indifference to accountability.

A look at the recent sports complex history further supports inappropriate dismissive behavior by the Mitrecic-led “riverboat” commissioners, subjecting scarce public funds to undue risk and now graduating to the Titanic.

1. Mr. Jay Phillips, who I consider a

good businessman, offered the county his whole sports complex free which included seven manicured fields and available adjacent property. His offer was dismissed, why? By whom? Now they are talking with a group to sell it but will keep the county informed.

2. Pocomoke, a depressed area in need of economic stimulation, offered over 50 acres of free land with available adjacent property at the corner of Route 113 and Route 13 why wasn’t it chosen?

Caryn Abbott a candidate is pushing for this option.

3. The Purnell family offered a beautiful 171.5 acres for $2.8 million in Snow Hill, or $16,327 per acre, a larger and much cheaper track, with no traffic problems, in an area that could easily accommodate development. He was rejected, why?

4. Shawn Eisenman of East Coast Titans wanted to privately fund the complex taking the expense off the county taxpayer entirely, why was he rejected?

The only option we were presented was the most expensive option at the most congested location, requiring taxpayers to absorb an unknown but believed to be large amount of debt for certain and assume the risk of an uncertain benefit, why?

The four commissioners who approved the Harrison purchase were Bud Church, Mitrecic, Josh Nordstrom and Diana Purnell. No businessman would commit their personal money without knowing the expenses in advance, yet these four show no interest in making an effort to do responsible price discovery showing no reasonable respect for the public money they were elected to oversee. The three that opposed the sports complex as presented were Elder, Jim Bunting and Chip Bertino. Candidates Gulyas, Helvey, VanVonno, McMahon, Shockley, Addis and Abbott all signed the petition.

The petition gives the people a cattle prod of sorts over these pushy politicians.

Informing the public is one of our main reasons for doing the petition. We don’t want these four pushy commissioners who fail to disclose the project costs entering into purchase agreements with our money.

Our love for children and sports should not blind us from the riverboat commissioners’ failure to disclose the costs of the sports complex at the Berlin location. Nor should it prevent full price discovery of all the costs before spending a dime on the land. Finally, people of the county deserve a fresh look at all the options, particularly those that would minimize or eliminate the county taking a large business risk to benefit a few hotel owners. To ignore the expenses and liabilities will likely come back to haunt us.

(The writer, a member of the petition group, is a resident of Falls Church, Va. and owns properties in Ocean City.)

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Eric Andrew Nilsson OCEAN PINES – Eric Andrew Nilsson, age 93, passed away at Atlantic General Hospital on Monday, June 6, 2022.

Born on Patriots Day, Sept. 11, 1928 in Jamaica, N.Y., he was the first son of Swedish immigrants Harry Nilsson and Svea Svensson.

He is survived by his wife, Hanne Nilsson; his ERIC A. children, Eric Scott NilsNILSSON son (Mary Lou), Scott M. Nilsson, Deborah Nilsson (Butch), Peter (Helene) and Lynn (Jimmy); and two sisters, Beverly Nilsson and Gail Bosch (Raymond). He is also survived by 16 grandchildren, Chad, Kate, Zach, Ricky, Daniel, Kyle, Nicole, Tyler, Kristin, Rebecca, Phil, Michelle, Danny, Brian and Sean, and five great-grandchildren, Sophia, Lydia, Amaya, Arianna and Adriann, Aubrey.

Eric lived his life with a love of the Lord, his family, his country and his service. In 1952, Eric was drafted into the Army and served in Korea during the war. He also served at the American Legion Synepuxent Post 166 as the historian and bingo leader for five years.

He was a lieutenant in the Color Guard for 16 years and ran the veteran’s program for seven years, where he designed and distributed a flag and cross pin after the attacks on 9/11. Eric also spearheaded the Wall of Valor project, where he designed window boxes that depicted each American war.

Eric worked for Rhinegold Brewery in New York, Long Island and Westchester County area. He started as a call order-based person, calling bars and grills, restaurants, etc. Then he was promoted to a relief salesman, salesman and the last position as a Chain Sales Manager working out of the Brooklyn Brewery until it closed in 1973. Eric was able to obtain a job interview with Phillip Morris, Miller Brewing Company and was hired as a Regional Chain Sales Manager for the metro New York market. After several years in this capacity, Eric was promoted and transferred to Miller Corporate Headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, as a National Chain Sales Representative. He received several national top sales awards. Eric was the only employee in national chain sales to receive top sales awards in two consecutive years.

Eric’s wife of 42 years, Maddie, passed away in 1990 and Eric transferred back to the metro New York area and, in 1992, retired from the Miller Brewing Co. He remarried in January 1992 to Hanne. They were introduced by a mutual friend, went out on a blind date and have been enjoying life to the fullest every day since.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife of 42 years, Maddie; two sons, Guy P. Nilsson, and Gregg A. Nilsson; and a sister, Nora Abrams.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, June 26, 2022, at noon at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church at 10301 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, Md. 21842.

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OBITUARIES In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Disabled Veterans Association. Letters of condolence may be sent to the family via www.burbagefuneralhome.com. Arrangements are in the care of The Burbage Funeral Home.

Richard Albert Riehl BERLIN – Richard A. Riehl, age 83, of Berlin, passed away at Tidal Health in Salisbury on Wednesday, June 15, 2022.

Born in Washington D.C. he was the son of the late Phillip Riehl and Herta (Behrent) Riehl.

Dick grew up in Hyattsville, Md. He graduated from trade school RICHARD A. RIEHL and worked for several builders and construction companies

before founding and operating Creative Builders and later Riehl's Carpentry Services working on historic, commercial, government and residential projects in Prince George's, Montgomery, and Anne Arundel counties as well as Washington, D.C. for 40 years.

Dick married Sophia (nee Atsalinos) in 1984 and they lived in Hyattsville and later, Burtonsville, Md. He retired from business in 1999 and moved to Berlin, Maryland in 2002. Dick loved life and enjoyed hunting, boating, fishing and crabbing, car shows, antiquing, traveling, and exploring little towns and historic places on the Eastern Shore. He was active in Community Lutheran Church, participating on the property committee, videoing liturgy for posting on the internet, and ushering. He loved his family, enjoyed family gath-

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erings and hosted several family reunions.

He is survived by his wife, Sophia Riehl; brother, Phillip (Mike) Riehl (Marilyn); brother-in-law Mike Astalinos (Kim); 11 nieces and nephews; many great nieces and nephews; and many great great nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Kurt Riehl (Loretta), and sister, Margaret Schanne-Riffe (Hans) and (Gene).

A funeral service will be held June 24, 2022 at 11 a.m. at the Community Lutheran Church, 30897 Omar Road, Frankford, Del. 19945. The family will receive visitors one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow the services at Evergreen Cemetery in Berlin.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Richard’s name to the Community Lutheran Church. Letters of condolence may be sent to the family via www.burbagefuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are in care of the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin.

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The Adventures of Fatherhood

by Steve Green

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he best part of Facebook for me is the “Memories.”

I have found myself actually posting pictures just to memorialize them for years to come. This way each year on the anniversary date of the post, or event, I can relive that part of my life. It’s especially the case with my kids.

Over the last week, I have noticed my wife and I are active posters this time of year, as each daily reminder from Facebook (still can’t bring myself to call it Meta yet) consists of great memories of years gone by. It’s largely due to the end of school year pictures and Father’s Day. These are great to revisit but it’s also just the mundane pictures that are special.

Maybe it’s just me but a highlight of each of my days is when I get the notification memories are available. One day this week included a photo of Beckett on the beach when he was just learning to walk, Carson on my shoulders in the breaking waves before he could walk, lovely words from my wife on Father’s Day, rainy day milkshake runs, last day of fourth and second grade pictures for both boys and a photo of Pam and me sitting on the beach on the Assateague OSV as the kids napped in my old truck watching a Baby Einstein video.

The last one was how we spent an entire summer when the kids were young and still napping. I will forever remember the afternoon nap as joyous times for us, as we got to relax and not worry about sand being eaten or thrown, mad dashes to the ocean without a care in the world or sunscreen applications.

If memory serves me correctly, one of us always dozed off during that downtime.

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enjoy my job as a newspaper editor for several reasons, but near the top of the list is that each day is different.

Though I start my day around the same time and work in the

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same space, each day poses new challenges to make each one unique. All of this combines to make each newspaper edition special and different.

In that regard, my work life mirrors my personal life because of parenting. We all wake up in the same house as the same people, but much happens throughout the course of a day.

Another commonality between the two is they each involve a routine – most of the time. This summer would be the exception on the family front with Beckett.

There were a couple times this week when I was scheduling a meeting or appointment and had to remember Beckett’s work schedule transportation. It’s a new thing, as this is our 14-year-old’s first summer working. He’s working two days a week at the Surfside Rooster in West Ocean City and more regularly at The Kite Loft in Ocean City as a flyer on the beach. When I ask him what he does, he says he sets up kites, makes sure they are not lying on the beach and gets them back in the air when they are not.

A real positive with him working in Ocean City is it gets me in town a lot more than most summers. Now I plan Boardwalk walks and runs and ocean sessions around drop-offs and pickups. I also get to people watch and get a sense for how the resort is doing on the tourism front.

On a recent Thursday night, I went into Ocean City to pick him up as he was closing that night. It was his first night shift, and I thoroughly enjoyed seeing him take orders from the more senior employee. He was hustling, running kites back and forth from the beach to storage and learning how to take down 10-plus flags in front of the store. I texted Pam that I had never seen him work so hard. It was great to observe. I really enjoyed it.

I mean I really enjoyed watching him work, probably too much. I took pictures

and videos as proof he can move fast and do what he’s told. It’s just that I have spent much of his life reminding him to do this or that, particularly getting him moving and ready in the mornings. It was amazing to watch him carry out his duties, presumably following the orders of the more senior co-worker.

Having a worker in the house is a big change for us. His work schedule is one thing but also his desire to hang out on the Boardwalk before or after his shift.

It’s been a fun experience so far, but no denying there’s running involved for Pam and me. We are happy to provide the shuttle service for work but not so much repeatedly when it involves social outings.

“But everybody is hanging out on the Boardwalk and at the beach in Ocean City,” is the statement we hear a lot these days. We know full well “everybody” is not, but it’s the way teens look at these sorts of things. For our kid, it’s an independence thing as well. He wants to be able to go off on his own and prove to us he will be safe and not make bad decisions. This will most likely be a summer-long juggle.

One thing he did quickly agree we were right on was his lunch when he works on the Boardwalk. He learned quickly eating lunch on the boards during his break every day will get quite expensive. For the first couple days, he asked for money. I gave him some cash, but then encouraged him to bring lunch to save money. He refused and used his own earnings to buy lunch. When he realized $20 didn’t get him as far as he would like, he agreed eventually, “ok yeah I think we should pack” for a few days.

Lessons are being learned this summer.

(The writer is the publisher and editor of The Dispatch. He and his wife, Pamela, are proud parents of two boys. This weekly column examines their transition into parenthood and all that goes along with it. E-mail any thoughts to editor@mdcoastdispatch.com.)

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