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Trams expected to roll Memorial Day

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2021) In a sign of optimism that the crippling economic effects of the pandemic will begin to wane as the summer approaches, the Ocean City Council on Monday agreed that the Boardwalk trams

should resume operations for Memorial Day Weekend.

Once those wheels start turning, it will be the first time in a year that the popular summertime conveyance has rolled along the boards, following its shutdown for all of 2020 because of covid-19.

Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan told the council the decision had been discussed during the Transportation Committee meeting on Jan. 12.

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By Ally Lanasa Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2021) As the Maryland General Assembly goes into a fourth week of this year’s legislative session, Sen. Mary Beth Carozza (R-38) has come out against a pair of bills opposed by local businesses and organizations.

Carozza said small business operators, local chambers of commerce and constituents have contacted her in opposition to House Bill 581/Senate Bill 486, which would create new regulations and mandates on small businesses.

A hearing for the bill is scheduled in the House for Friday morning.

“We in the Maryland General Assembly should be focused on moving the Governor’s Emergency Covid-19 Relief Act of 2021, not on imposing new burdensome regulations on our small businesses,” Carozza said.

Included in the 20-page legislation are requirements that would obligate employers to back-date an additional $3 per hour in hazard pay, establish a leave program without an employee proving that they contracted an illSee HARTMAN Page 2

Restaurants get relief with nighttime hours Mandatory 10 p.m. closing lifted, but other restrictions will remain in force for now

By Ally Lanasa Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2021) Maryland bars and restaurants can stay open past 10 p.m. as of Monday following Gov.

Larry Hogan’s emergency order issued last week.

The decision to lift the restriction came from a decline in statewide covid-19 cases, the positivity rate and hospitalizations.

“With our data trends showing continued improvement, the holiday surges behind us, and the increasing speed of vaccinations, we are now

able to take this step,” Hogan stated in a press release. “Marylanders must continue to remain cautious and vigilant in order to keep ourselves, our families, and our communities safe and healthy.”

The hope is that the later hours of operation will provide more revenue for restaurants and bars impacted by the curfew.

“This much-needed relief for our small businesses will go a long way in helping them stay open for the long haul,” Sen. Mary Beth Carozza (R38C) said in a press release of her own.

That should be the result, according to Lachelle Scarlato, executive director of the Greater Ocean City See RESTAURANT Page 4

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Hartman calls tax rate shifting ‘offensive’ Continued from Page 1 ness at the workplace and allowing employees the right to refuse work without verification.

Carozza believes nearly every type of employer in Maryland could fall under the scope of this legislation, regardless of the risks associated with their work.

“Reopening our businesses safely and ensuring the employees remain in good health remains a shared goal.

However, the language in House Bill 581/Senate Bill 486 is extremely broad and goes beyond the scope of the current public health crisis brought on by covid-19. We should be providing more relief to our small businesses, not regulations and financial burdens,” Carozza added.

Also on the legislative agenda this session is police reform. Del. Wayne Hartman (R-38 C) said Wednesday he is not involved in the bill hearings until they are voted out of committee to the House floor.

“I think a few bills that are important for the public to watch, particularly concerning to me, involve removing school resource officers from the building,” Hartman said.

Senate Bill 245 requires school resource officers to remain outside of the building unless they are called in-

side.

“House Bill 496 is basically taking away the funding mechanism that provided the funding to a lot of the counties for school resource officers,” Hartman said.

In addition, standing committees are holding hearings in this legislative session about the legalization of marijuana for Mary Beth recreational use.

Carozza “I believe [last] Friday was the vote in committee, which took it out of committee,” Hartman said, adding that the vote was fairly along party lines.

“I have concerns Wayne Hartman about the bill. I don’t support any legalization of marijuana, even medically,” he continued.

“I have huge concerns that the impairment it causes is hard for law enforcement to detect from drivers.”

Among recent tax bills heard in committee, Hartman said he opposes House Bill 275, which further breaks down the state’s current eight income tax brackets by adding a ninth.

Boardwalk trams will return to limited service beginning the Friday of Memorial Day Weekend after the OC Council approved it this week.

According to the Department of Legislative Services fiscal policy note, the bill will lower the income tax liability for lower income individuals and increase the liability for people in the higher income brackets.

Under the current tax schedule, an individual with an annual taxable income of $3,001 is taxed at the same rate — 4.75 percent — as someone earning $100,000 in taxable income.

The new measure would divide that particular bracket into five divisions, with a different tax rate for each.

The rate for the individual with the $100,000 income would go up one percent to 5.75 percent, and the $3,000 earner’s rate would drop to 3.5 percent.

The overall effect of the measure would be a revenue increase of more than $600 million to the state in 2023.

Hartman contends the bill hits the middle-class too hard and vowed to fight it.

“This bill, to me, is really offensive,” Hartman said.

Another matter Hartman is working on is a tourism tax credit bill to generate more tourism from Maryland residents in the state. Carozza is a sponsor of the bill in the Senate.

“We are working on that with counterparts in Garrett County, where tourism is also very important and equally impacted,” he said.

Marylanders who travel beyond a certain distance for vacation would receive a tax credit.

“Right now, the way the bill is written, it would have a fiscal note of $25 million, allowing for tax credits up to that amount,” he said.

Hartman also is working with Carozza on a concealed carry bill that would require the Secretary of the State Police to automatically grant to certain high-risk occupations a concealed carry permit unless they would be previously prohibited for some reason.

Barring problems, Boardwalk trams will roll Memorial Day Continued from Page 1 of the Boardwalk trams beginning the Friday of Memorial Day Weekend,” he said.

Meehan said when tram service gets back on the circuit on May 28, coronavirus limitations will probably still be in place.

“We can have deployments of up to eight trams at any given time,” he said.

For now, the return of tramcars on the Boardwalk is slated to be in limited capacity with masks mandatory.

Council President Rick Meehan Matt James asked if the inclusion of a ridership mask mandate was premature at this time.

“What if things change?” he said.

“If we’ve got a mandate on the Boardwalk to keep your mask on that’s one thing.”

Meehan said the requirement could be revisited.

“Right now that is part of the motion,” he said. “That’s a moving target [and] if something changes that can come back.”

Councilman Mark Paddack said masks are mandated under current state guidance.

“Right now the governor requires it on all mass transportation in the state of Maryland,” he said. “That could change between now and May 28.”

Councilman Tony DeLuca said comparable guidance was just issued at the federal level.

“This week the CDC also recommended it because some states weren’t following it,” he said.

The Transportation Committee also recommended, in addition to having passengers don face coverings, reducing tram seating by up to 16 spots to encourage social distancing.

The council voted 6-0, with Councilman Lloyd Martin absent, to begin Boardwalk tram service on May 28.

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OC Council pass FY21 budget amendment Lowered revenue reflected due to ongoing pandemic

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2021) Looking to reconcile balance sheets because of shifting circumstances brought on by covid-19’s effects on the local economy, the Ocean City Council on Monday approved a budget amendment to increases the current net budget by $664,241.

Director of Budget and Management Jennie Knapp reviewed the amendment proposal during a work session on Jan. 26, with a first reading held during the mayor and City Council meeting on Monday.

While current fiscal year revenue reductions had been estimated at $1.7 million in September, those projections were adjusted since that time to about $2.4 million.

Among the lowered revenue projections were $972,474 from parking fees, $415,217 in admissions tax, $324,785 from recreation programs, $116,000 from special events, $45,000 in other revenue reductions, $120,149 from room taxes and $444,138 in Sunfest proceeds.

Conversely, the budget amendment accounts for increased revenues of $1.4 million, including: $365,000 from parking fines, $175,000 from police

tow fines, $300,000 from a Worcester County ambulance grant, $262,971 in CARES grant funding, $85,000 from income taxes, $31,964 from property taxes and $62,250 from a Worcester grant.

Additional revenue increases of $375,547 are also among the amended budget projections, which includes $297,286 from current and prior year grant funds.

On another positive note, the budget amendment also indicates that room tax revenues, which had suffered during the summer, experienced an upswing between September and November.

Room taxes this past July and August combined for a total of $7.7 million, which is $841,032 less than prior year net totals of $8.5 million for the same months.

By contrast, from this past September-November room tax revenues totaled $2.9 million, which is $345,355 greater than the $2.5 million from the prior year.

Total prior year reserves expended were adjusted upwards to $724,029, which includes $643,567 for prior year purchase orders and $257,790 in revenue reductions, which was offset by $177,328 in lower funding for the Ocean City Municipal Airport.

These adjustments leave reserve

funds more than $10 million above the minimum 15 percent threshold, with total fund balance representing more than 26 percent of general fund expenses.

The FY 20/21 budget amendment also includes more than a $1 million in reduced spending, including savings of more than $600,000 in Sunfest and personnel expenses.

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Restaurant industry wants restrictions lifted Continued from Page 1 Chamber of Commerce, who said, “A lot of restaurant and bar operators will share with you … that their largest portion of income particularly related to their bar activity comes at the later hours in the evening into the morning.”

Susan Jones, executive director of the Ocean City Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association, concurred.

“I would say anything we can do to move back to some sense of normalcy and normal operating procedures is definitely a move in the right direction,” Jones said. “A lot of the bars have not been operating past 10 p.m. because they couldn’t, so they’ve not had that last couple of hours of business. So, the places that historically have a bigger bar business than a bigger restaurant business, they’ve really been suffering.”

The impact of later operational hours is yet to be seen with a statewide 50 percent indoor capacity for restaurants still in effect.

However, Scarlato has noticed some restaurants in Ocean City have adjusted their outdoor dining to be used year-round to overcome the challenges of limited capacity.

Other benefits of the curfew being lifted are that restaurant staffs can work longer shifts and musicians

have more opportunities to perform live.

“Covid has really crippled the live entertainment industry,” Jones said.

With it being the off-season in Ocean City, the success of the later curfew locally is questionable.

“Particularly with sporting events, holidays, Super Bowl [and] things of that nature, they tend to draw quite a clientele and the revenue that’s associated with that and the longer they can operate certainly gives them a greater opportunity to generate that revenue,” Scarlato said.

Since April 2020, Bill Chambers of the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce has led a coordinated effort to speak with state officials as a united front on the Eastern Shore. He has led monthly calls with the state restaurant association president, Jones said. Together, chambers of commerce and restaurant associations have worked to communicate to the governor just how important the restaurant industry is to the economy.

Recently, the Restaurant Association of Maryland wrote a letter to the governor requesting more restrictions be lifted and Jones sent it on behalf of more than a dozen county and town associations.

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steps to lift the dining curfew and the millions of dollars in restaurant relief funds that you have authorized. However, for restaurants to move fully into a recovery phase, they must be permitted to operate with limited restrictions and customers must begin dining out regularly again,” the letter states.

Melanie Pursel “Therefore, we ask that the following restrictions be lifted: restaurant buffets should be permitted to reopen under the guidelines developed by the Maryland Department of Health, Lachelle Scarlato increase table capacity limits to 10 people, allow for barriers between booth seating, rather than the mandate to close every other booth, move restaurant employees, who are considSusan Jones ered essential workers, to phase 1C of the COVID vaccination plan and allow local jurisdictions to have more control of lifting restrictions rather than just implementing more restrictive measures.”

Jones said the governor’s chief of staff, Amelia Chassé Alcivar, responded to the letter Tuesday morning, stating that Hogan’s administration is prioritizing the recovery of restaurants.

“Our team will certainly take these suggestions into consideration as we continue to pursue a data-driven recovery plan, and please do not hesitate to reach out anytime with additional feedback,” Alcivar wrote.

As a result of covid-19, Abbey Burger Bistro on 126th Street has closed its doors after not opening last summer. Bourbon Street on the Beach, which is owned by Barry Reichart, is expected to open a second location at the former burger joint in the spring. The decision to close BJ’s on the Water on Jan. 31 was also influenced by covid-19.

Additionally, Jonah and The Whale and Paul Revere Smorgasbord did not open last summer because of coronavirus restrictions, Jones said.

Maryland has provided $80 million in economic relief for restaurants through local jurisdictions that enables them to stay open and operate safely.

An additional $30 million has

been allocated to the state’s relief program for food service establishments, adding to $50 million announced in October.

Melanie Pursel, director of the Worcester County Office of Tourism and Economic Development, said the county received $1.4 million the first round and $850,000 the second round from the state.

Currently, restaurant owners who have been affected by the pandemic can apply for grants through the second round of the Worcester County Restaurant Relief Grant Program.

Applications will be accepted online on a first-come, first-serve basis.

“Worcester County’s Restaurant Relief Grant Program provides individual restauranteurs with grant relief to help restaurants with payroll and rent, outdoor dining expenses, site upgrades, carryout tech support, sanitation, and supplies,” Pursel said.

The Worcester County Economic Development department, in cooperation with an independent review board, will award grants of $5,000.

Applicants are advised to review eligibility requirements and the Frequently Asked Questions prior to applying. Submitting an incomplete or inaccurate application may make an applicant ineligible for program funding.

“We have had about 160 applicants apply for relief throughout the entire county so far between both rounds of grants,” Pursel said. “Those that already received funds are still eligible to re-apply.”

For more information, contact Michele Burke, business development and retention specialist, at mburke@co.worcester.md.us or at 410-632-3112.

A new grant opportunity is also available for hotels and hospitality businesses across the state. Maryland is distributing a total of $50 million across its jurisdictions based on the percentage of total sales tax revenue generated by the accommodations to the state.

Local hotels must apply through Worcester County for grants. This direct relief can be used for payroll expenses, rent and utilities.

Pursel said 51 hotels have submitted applications at this time.

Both grant programs opened up last week.

“Any business must have been operational/established before March 9, 2020 to qualify for either program,” Pursel added.

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Worcester denies resident’s flooding grant app request

By Ally Lanasa Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2021) A West Ocean City resident’s request for the county’s help in his pursuit of state aid to address flooding at his residence fell victim Wednesday to the complicated nature of the process.

Deeley Chester had hoped to obtain a grant from the state’s Comprehensive Flood Management Grant Program to prevent the nuisance flooding that occurs on his Ed Tudor property near Herring Creek. The problem, however, is that the program provides grants to local governments, not private citizens.

The application for the grant had been sent to the program’s administrators, but bore no county commissioner signatures, Review and Permitting Director Ed Tudor told the commissioners.

“It does require an actual jurisdiction to apply for this grant,” Tudor said, which meant the county, not Chester, would have to be the applicant.

“While we fully support an individual’s desire to raise their house and get it out of the flood plain and address their recent flooding, there are a number of issues with these types of grants that I think that you all need to be aware of,” he said.

Tudor explained that the program

awards grants to cover up to 75 percent of the cost of a project, leaving the applicant — in this case, the county — responsible for the remaining 25 percent.

Chester was advised that he also might need a legal agreement with the commissioners that would shift that burden to himself, along with the responsibility for the distribution of funds, project bidding, liability and insurance coverage.

“There is a whole issue dealing with bidding for the project,” Tudor said. “Any state monies, when they are involved in a project like this, are required that there be a bidding process with a female and minority business enterprises. There’s a whole litany of things you have to go through with that, of which of course, the county would be responsible because we would be the grantee in that case.”

Commissioner President Joseph Mitrecic asked Tudor if the county could require Chester to pay the 25 percent and any costs to the county for the bidding process through a contract. Tudor replied that he believes the commissioners could, but that grants of this nature “tended to develop into much more than we anticipated.”

Although Chester agreed to cover the 25 percent and any administrative expenses of the grant, a motion

by Commissioner Bud Church to approve Chester’s request died for lack of a second.

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By Neely James Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2021) Heating units are seizing up across the Eastern Shore while snow falls through the air, and Worcester County Commissioner Theodore Elder sits at home waiting and hoping a HVAC technician will soon have time to fix the broken heating system.

Elder’s chilly house and week-long wait for service is one of the realities the Tom Perlozzo county’s economic development department is facing, as it prepares to reconfigure its workforce training programs.

Tom Perlozzo, Worcester County’s Director of Recre- Melanie Pursel ation and Parks, Tourism & Economic Development, hopes to take a proactive approach to developing the local workforce with the addition of a new “workforce engagement specialist” position to his department.

The county commissioners on Tuesday agreed that the town of Ocean City and local businesses have struggled to fill skilled trade and advanced technology (STAT) positions.

Perlozzo also cited the disparity between local employment opportunities in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) fields and STAT, noting that “the local job market skews 70 percent-plus towards STAT.” As part of the department’s workforce training efforts, the county had invested about $110,000 per year into STEM, with about $70,000 of that going to the contractor handling the program, Perlozzo told the commissioners.

STEM programs, however, were hamstrung in 2020 because of covid19. To that end, Perlozzo told the commissioners he wanted to reduce

the STEM program budget by 64 percent to fund the new position.

Elder was supportive of Perlozzo’s appeal, but unsure of the effect on STEM programs.

“STAT is very important in this county and the jobs are out there right now if you train them … the work is there and we need them in the county. I’m leaning towards supporting this, but I’m afraid. I have the fear that you’re going to take away from STEM too much to put to STAT,” Elder said.

“Other than that, I think it’s a good idea.”

“This position is much bigger than STEM or STAT,” said Melanie Pursel, director of the Office of Tourism & Economic Development. She articulated the job responsibilities, saying it will be a countywide effort not only to facilitate training and to coordinate job placement, but to also attract businesses and connect them with a trained workforce.

“We can really draw businesses to invest in ‘Maryland’s Coast’ because it’s a great place to raise a family, we have great health care, attractions like our great school system, beautiful natural resources, and the food!”

Pursel said.

“It’s really the arrow in the quiver to be able to say, ‘We have a trained, ready workforce’ here in Worcester County,” she said.

Commissioner Chip Bertino told Pursel, “At the six-month mark that you have this person, you come back and you give us an update to what we’re doing, where we are...because you articulated it in a short period of time, and I could see it. I’m going to vote for this.”

When Chief Administrative Officer Harold Higgins indicated that he will be looking for results, Pursel confirmed she will put metrics in place to benchmark the success of the role.

The commissioners then voted unanimously to add the workforce engagement specialist position with hopes for a better return on their investment in connecting jobs and people.

OC Council drops speed limit

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2021) After recognizing a speed limit disparity on 94th Street as compared to those in other resort neighborhoods, the Ocean City Council on Monday reduced the limit there from 30 mph to 25 mph.

City Engineer Terry McGean introduced the topic during the Police Commission meeting on Jan. 11. The commission agreed with McGean’s recommendation and forwarded the speed limit proposal to the council for

approval.

During last month’s police commission meeting, Police Chief Ross Buzzuro voiced strong support for the reduction for reasons of public safety.

On Monday, Councilman Tony DeLuca said because the proposal responded to concerns raised by neighborhood representatives, most members of the community were likely to embrace it.

“I think this has been vetted,” he said.

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County approves boat slip rentals at Public Landing Yearly set rates with lottery system for access at park

By Neely James Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2021) Tucked away along the edge of Chincoteague Bay, Public Landing is an unincorporated 6.5mile gem. At the end of Maryland Route 365 and approximately six miles east of Snow Hill, Public Landing offers a lighted pier, benches, a modest pavilion, boat moorings and shallow waters for swimming and crabbing.

Still, Tom Perlozzo, Worcester County’s director of Recreation and Parks, Tourism & Economic Development, believes Public Landing has more to offer. He hopes to draw visitors to Public Landing by developing 30 new boat slip rentals.

On Tuesday, Perlozzo asked the Worcester County Commissioners to approve the rental of 10 12-foot and 20 15-foot slips, which will then be offered to the public by lottery system.

The slips can accommodate residential and commercial boats of up to 25 feet in length.

Commissioner Theodore Elder moved to approve the rental rates and wondered if a bid process may be more advantageous than setting a rental rate. Perlozzo said he believes set rates are more appropriate to maintain a “park atmosphere versus a commercial venture.”

Twelve- and 15-foot slips will be offered at a set yearly rate of $800 and $1,000 respectively. While many comparable slip rates in Ocean City have skyrocketed to more than double the proposed annual rate at Public Landing, Perlozzo is likely to see a windfall of names in the hat for a future lottery.

The Department of Recreation and Parks project will be funded by a Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant that covers 100 percent of its cost. Perlozzo said the funds will cover completion of the parking lot, electrical work and installation of a pump station that was paid for by a $19,000 grant from the Department of Natural Resources.

When Commissioner Chip Burtino worried about the site’s security Perlozzo indicated that surveillance cameras will be installed.

However, the boat slips will not be secured by fencing, nor will there be a harbor master. Bertino confirmed with Perlozzo that the rental contract will state that any liability will be the responsibility of the boat owner, not the county.

The commissioners voted unanimously to approve the boat slip rental at Public Landing. A completion date for the newly approved project is yet to be determined.

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OCEAN CITY COUNCIL BRIEFS

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2021) The Ocean City Council approved two special events and contract language updates for the beach photo franchise during its meeting on Monday.

Special events The council approved a request to hold the opening ceremony for the USSSA Softball World Series on July 20 from 3-5:30 pm.

The United States Specialty Sports Association (USSSA) Eastern Nationals includes more than 160 teams competing between July 23-28 in Ocean City and elsewhere in Worcester and Wicomico Counties.

The opening ceremony for the third leg of the USSSA Eastern World Series will include a parade of teams that will march up the Boardwalk to the Caro-

line Street Stage just before 4 p.m.

Dignitaries will welcome teams and players to the competition at 4:30 followed by low-impact beach games at 5 p.m.

The council also green lighted the Semper Fi Bike Ride on October 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The 1st State Detachment Marine is staging the event, which serves as fundraiser for Marine Corps League charities.

The event includes categories to accommodate various rider demographics, including individual, team, youth, senior, handicapped and local bike clubs.

The gathering will also provide an opportunity for participants to patronize local bicycle businesses.

The bike ride will launch from the south end of the Boardwalk and head to 27th Street before reversing course and cruising back to the inlet parking lot.

There will also be a fat tire bike ride along the beach from the inlet to 4th Street and back.

Both the Boardwalk and beach bike rides have staggered start times from 9:15-10:45 a.m.

The bicycle event is anticipated to wrap up by 12:45 p.m. with related activities running until 4 p.m.

Beach photography The council approved language revisions for contract modifications for the beach photography franchise.

In a similar vein to language approved for the beach equipment rental franchise, the amended terms would permit the mayor and City Council to grant relief under extraordinary circumstances and for good cause related to payment structures or assessments of interest for beach photography franchise operators.

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The Worcester County public school system presented a check for $609,580 to the Worcester County Commissioners on Tuesday to reimburse the county for funds provided for the new Showell Elementary School construction project. Pictured, in back, from left, are Commissioners Anthony “Chip” Bertino, Madison Bunting, Joseph Mitrecic, Theodore Elder, James “Bud” Church and Diana Purnell, and in front, Worcester County Board of Education President Eric Cropper, Superintendent of Schools Lou Taylor and Facilities Planner Joe Price.

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County reimbursed for Showell construction

By Ally Lanasa Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2021) The Worcester County Board of Education reimbursed the Worcester County Commissioners $609,000 for the Showell Elementary School construction project on Tuesday.

Construction of the new Showell Elementary School off Route 589 in

Berlin was substantially complete in August 2020 to welcome students back the next month. Project sitework was then completed in November 2020.

The school system was able to save a substantial amount from the project funding the county commissioners provided.

The work of the Conceptual Plan-

ning Committee, consisting of County Commissioners Chip Bertino, Madison Bunting and Theodore Elder and the architect led to a design cost savings of nearly $7 million, Superintendent of Schools Lou Taylor said.

“Following the opening of bids for the school, we were able to reduce the local project cost by 12 percent along with an increase in the projected state

funding,” Taylor said. “By all of that, we were able to reduce the total local project cost by an additional $2.2 million.”

The total estimated cost of the project was slightly more than $48 million. Taylor said the state provided nearly $8.7 million.

“Our county price tag provided $39.8 million for that project,” he added.

Although there were savings along most of the project accounts, the greatest savings in the contingency account were accrued because of a minimum of construction change orders.

“The final change order amount was $194,431, which was 0.04 percent of the total construction costs,” Taylor said. “This is far below the 2.5 percent change order cost we budget for all school projects.”

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OCDC presents report on programs to county

By Ally Lanasa Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2021) The Ocean City Development Corporation (OCDC) presented an annual update of its programs to the Worcester County Commissioners during its meeting on Tuesday.

OCDC, which was established in 2000, has 230 members after merging with the Downtown Association.

The nonprofit’s façade program has led to 245 renovated buildings to date with 28 projects completed since 2019 and four projects underway.

OCDC Executive Director Glenn

Irwin said the exterior improvements were made with the help of state grants.

“A total of $7 million of private investment go into those buildings,” he said.

The leverage of private to public funds is 6 to 1.

As for the green building initiative pro- Glenn Irwin gram, OCDC has completed 82 projects to date with 25 projects completed since 2019.

The initiative involves giving assis-

tance to install Energy Star-certified doors, windows and cool roofs from the inlet to 17th Street, Irwin said.

“We have seven projects underway and $1.2 million in private investment in those projects,” he added.

Meanwhile, the business assistance Kevin Gibbs program is focused on interior improvements.

“We work with new businesses and expanding businesses to give them

some financial aid, again state funds,” Irwin said.

With the covid-19 pandemic, the business assistance program has conducted smaller projects recently, such as providing small grants for barriers in restaurants and retail shops.

The program has completed 35 projects.

Kevin Gibbs, president of the OCDC, then discussed new construction in town, including the Cambria Hotel. The hotel, which features 131 rooms and a restaurant, opened up in summer 2020 See PROJECTS Page 10

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Projects assisted with state funds Continued from Page 9 on the former Cropper concrete property at 13 St. Louis Avenue.

“Basically, we’ve created a massive development project downtown that could be seen as creating a significant tax base,” Gibbs said. “Our goal is to just continue to grow and add businesses to the downtown.”

Other projects are new townhouses built along 12th Street and St. Louis Avenue and construction at 803 Philadelphia Avenue, which will provide 11 hotel units and is due for completion this spring.

In addition, the strategic demolition program will provide 50 beds for seasonal housing and OCDC financial assistance.

OCDC also has a public art program to paint utility boxes and murals on buildings throughout town.

“The business owners really do love having a nice painted utility box,” Gibbs said.

Furthermore, Irwin said OCDC was able to hold smaller versions of its special events in 2020, including the Sunset Park Party Nights, craft beer festival and Ocean City Cruiser car display events.

“We continued to co-sponsor many other events downtown with different nonprofit organizations,” Irwin said.

The OCDC also plans to update the downtown business directory panels and the Downtown Masterplan, participate in more public art projects and continue to its work with City Hall.

Berlin campaign to honor local heroes in healthcare, edu.

(Feb. 5, 2021) The Berlin Chamber of Commerce recently announced the launch of its Hearts for Heroes campaign.

Businesses are being asked to put heart decorations in their windows and around their workplace as a show of support to local heroes and to offer something special during the long holiday weekend of Valentine’s Day and Presidents Day, Feb. 12-15.

Heroes can include, but are not limited to, healthcare workers, teachers, grocery store clerks, firefighters, police, EMTs, food service and retail workers, along with visitors and customers who have followed CDC guidelines and continued to safely shop local.

Berlin Intermediate School students will also provide colorful “HEARTWORK” for businesses to use as decorations along with the official H4H poster.

For more information, contact the Berlin Chamber of Commerce at 410641-4775 or chamberinfo@berlinchamber.org, or visit its Facebook and Instagram pages.

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The Ocean City Development Corporation’s façade program has led to 245 renovated buildings to date with 28 projects completed since 2019 and four projects underway. The exterior improvements at 506 St. Louis Avenue were made with the help of state grants. Pictured are the before and after.

Ocean Pines to host virtual covid-19 Town Hall Feb. 11 (Feb. 5, 2021) Ocean Pines will host a virtual covid-19 town hall meeting on Thursday, Feb. 11 at 6 p.m.

Worcester County Health Department Public Affairs Officer Travis Brown will offer a brief presentation on covid-19 vaccine and testing efforts locally, and he also will be available to answer questions.

Ocean Pines Communications Committee Chairwoman Jennifer Cropper Rines will moderate, and Worcester County Commissioner Chip Bertino will attend and be available for questions.

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Work is underway to build a covered outside dining pavilion at Higgins Crab House on 31st Street.

Higgins Crab House expands service under covered patio

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2021) Looking to adapt its business to coronavirus restrictions, Higgins Crab House on 31st Street received approval Tuesday from the Planning and Zoning Commission to build an outdoor pavilion on the north side of the restaurant.

Proprietor Robert Higgins asked for and received the commission’s endorsement of his plan to erect a more than 1,300-square-foot unenclosed pavilion for outdoor dining and carryout service.

Zoning Administrator Kay Gordy said the site plan had been reviewed by the Technical Review Committee, which then sent the matter to the Planning Commission for final approval.

Higgins said the new wrinkle would both cater to customers and aid in efficient business operations.

“The customer wants to feel safe ... and be outside with fresh air,” he

said.

Higgins said the covered pavilion would also allow for social distancing.

“This helps us to serve the customer better,” he said.

Commission member Joel Brous asked if the outside service area would involve carryout or seated service.

Higgins said both options would be incorporated.

“There have been picnic tables down that side of the building for 20 years, but this enhances the picnic area,” he said.

Higgins said installing the pavilion would upgrade the ambiance for patrons as compared to dining by an asphalt parking lot.

“We also plan to move carryout into that area,” he said.

Higgins said the outside dining portion would also tie in a bar area for both beverage and carryout service.

“Customers can sit at the bar outside,” he said.

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Higgins Crab House on 31st Street was approved to build an outdoor pavilion by the Planning and Zoning Commission on Tuesday. Above is a rendering of what it will look like.

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Dhimas Bayside Suites approved downtown OC Planning and Zoning signs off on 10-unit hotel located at 8 St. Louis Ave.

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2021) After meeting parking space requirements, a site plan for the Dhimas Bayside Suites, a 10unit hotel located at 8 St. Louis Ave., was approved Tuesday by the Ocean City Planning and Zoning Commission.

Zoning Administrator Kay Gordy said planning and zoning staff met with applicant Niko Dhimas to begin the development process in August. “This has been in the works since last summer,� she told the commission.

In early December, the Board of

Zoning Appeals issued a variance for required landscaping on the buildings south side.

Following this, Dhimas met with the Ocean City Development Corporation Design Committee on Dec. 18 to confirm that the proposed structure was in line with downtown overlay district requirements.

OCDC Executive Director Glenn Irwin subsequently issued a letter confirming all building materials and color schemes are in accord with downtown design standards.

The previous building was demolished on Jan. 5, with the Technical Review Committee reviewing site plans on Jan. 21.

The two-story Dhimas Bayside Suites will house five rooms under 500 square feet on each floor.

Gordy said the site previously had

been granted an exception for nonconformity regarding six parking spaces, with the applicant hoping to retain one.

Attorney Joe Moore, representing Dhimas, argued the resort’s zoning code permits renovation or expansion using prior nonconformity if the project does not attempt to expand the earlier exceptions. “It also permits a change of use for nonconformity,� he said. “As long as we don’t increase the degree of nonconformity.�

Moore said the site plan accounts for nine of the 10 required parking spaces, with one space nonconformity requested.

Commission Chair Pam Buckley said that was not an ideal suggestion. “We would like to see the parking space requirement met,� she said.

Moore offered a contingency option. “We could provide a toss-in spot offsite to hit the number,� he said.

Moore said Dhimas could dedicate one parking space at another property two blocks away.

After razing the previous structure, which was smaller and outdated, Moore noted the site would host a “small boutique� hotel. “It’s really going to be an improvement,� he said.

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By Ally Lanasa Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2021) The following took place during the Worcester County Commissioners meeting on Tuesday:

suppression for an estimated cost share of $3,080 with federal grant or $4,840 without.

The county approved the participation of the eradication program.

Budget public hearing

Grant extension

The county commissioners agreed to hold the FY22 county operating budget and constant yield tax rate hearing on May 4 by video teleconference because of the covid-19 pandemic.

The hearing will be accessible to the public through Swagit, including the PowerPoint presentation. The constant yield rate is a property tax rate calculation by the state that pinpoints what the county’s rate would need to be to generate in the new fiscal year the same amount of revenue as the year before.

Worcester County was awarded funding from the state Department of Natural Resources for a community resilience grant to resolve coastal impacts of climate-related hazards.

The planned restoration project is for the Selsey Road area, which is part of the larger Cape of Isle Wight in West Ocean City.

With the covid-19 pandemic, there have been delays in the processing of design and permit applications although those documents were completed on schedule. There was also a delay of the state selection of an outof-town title company.

Federal and state agencies are still processing the environmental programs’ submittals at this time.

The Department of Natural Resources has funding budgeted for the construction portion of the project of nearly $1 million.

Robert Mitchell, director of environmental programs, sought a modification to the grant to provide a no-cost extension to the end date of the grant to Aug. 31.

The county approved the amendment of the grant.

Gypsy moth spraying A letter from regional entomologist Heather Harmon Disque of the state Department of Agriculture informed the county commissioners that gypsy moth populations near Whaleyville by Dale Road may cause defoliation.

The county was asked to participate in a gypsy moth aerial suppression project in the spring.

The county would share the $35 per acre cost if a federal grant is provided or $55 per acre there is no grant. Roughly 88 acres qualify for

Signature on grant The county received an award for Ocean Pines’ Bainbridge Pond stormwater management project pending the authorization of capital funds from the state Board of Public Works.

Currently, the grant is for $463,300 but could increase to $482,337 with reimbursable expenses for project management of on-site construction services.

President Joseph Mitrecic signed the grant document, authorizing it to go before the Board of Public Work.s

Broadband service Commissioner Madison Bunting Jr., who represents Election District Six, said he has been contacted by neighbors in Bishopville about poor broadband service.

Bunting’s neighbor, Dr. William Greer, addressed a letter to Chief Administrative Officer Harold Higgins about when a cell tower will be installed to cover the area.

Higgins replied that it is an ongoing project in the county to get broadband service to all parts of the county.

“We have a tower that is very close to Ocean Pines across from the medical center that would, if it had the appropriate equipment on it, would service this road where I live and where Dr. Greer lives and the people in between,” Bunting said.

“I want to be able to answer him … and if it costs $500,000 to put a tower for that area, we certainly can spend money for other things. I think we can spend money for that and get it done.”

Commissioner Theodore Elder said Whaleyville has the same issue and is not sure what the expense would be to put cell towers everywhere.

Commissioner James “Bud” Church added that he has no reception at his property near Whaleyville.

“I was kind of curious how the kids were doing their work with no internet service out there,” he said. “People need service today. I think it was a need before and now, I think, it’s moved up to an urgent need that we need to address this lack of service to our citizens of Worcester County.”

Project proposal The county commissioners approved the proposal from GMB Engineers to conduct construction administration services for the Ocean Pines Operations Center Project. The services include: preconstruction meetings, monthly progress meetings, review of submittals and shop drawings, review of change order requests, periodic site visit for the duration of the construction, review of payment requests, complete final inspection and punch-list, prepare cerContinued to Page 15

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By Ally Lanasa Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2021) With variants of the coronavirus now appearing in Maryland, officials are encouraging residents to get the covid-19 vaccine when doses become available.

“We must remain patient throughout this process and respect the phased-in prioritization as the supply of vaccines from the federal government remains limited,” said Sen. Mary Beth Carozza (R-38).

“This limitation could result in a delay of inclinic availability or appointments filling up faster than exGov. Hogan pected. I will provide the most up-to-date information as it becomes available.”

Last Saturday, Gov. Larry Hogan announced that the state health department, in consultation with the CDC, confirmed that a Baltimore area resident had contracted the South African variant of covid-19.

According to a press release, the individual has not traveled internationally, meaning community transmission is more likely. Contact tracing is underway to ensure that potential contacts are quickly identified, quarantined and tested.

The B.1.351 variant, as it’s officially known, was first discovered in the U.S. on Jan. 28 with two cases in South Carolina.

The new mutation has not been shown to cause more severe illness or to increase risk of death when compared to other strains of the virus, but is believed to be more contagious.

Initial evidence suggests that vaccines are likely to protect individuals against the variant. In addition, available diagnostic tests are expected to detect the B.1.351 variant.

“State health officials are closely monitoring the B.1.351 variant of SARS-CoV-2 in the state,” Hogan said. “We strongly encourage Marylanders to practice extra caution to limit the additional risk of transmission associated with this variant.

Please continue to practice standard public health and safety measures, including mask wearing, regular hand washing, and physical distancing.”

This is the second mutated version of covid-19 detected in the state, with what is known as “the UK variant” having being identified on Jan. 12.

Seven cases of that particular virus have been identified in Maryland since that time.

Last Friday, the state launched a grassroots public outreach campaign, called GoVAX, to promote “vaccine confidence” and encourage citizens to get the vaccine when doses become available to them.

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Hogan said ambassadors of the campaign include medical professionals, academic leaders, educators, faith-based and nonprofit leaders, business leaders, first responders and community advocates. These ambassadors will share their personal stories about getting vaccinated to encourage others to do the same.

“One particular area of focus for this GoVAX campaign and our statewide vaccination plan will be tackling the initial vaccine hesitancy that we see in minority populations and underserved communities, which have been disproportionately affected by this pandemic,” Hogan said during a press conference at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore City.

The campaign includes a mix of traditional and digital media, such as TV, billboards, social media and Zoom.

Multilingual campaign materials and videos feature trusted leaders and community advocates discussing their decisions to get vaccinated, confidence in clinical trials and belief in vaccine efficacy.

GoVAX will run throughout 2021 and the campaign will evolve as vaccine supply increases and more Marylanders become eligible to reSee VACCINE Page 16

Covid-19 antibody therapy treatment offered at hospital (Feb. 5, 2021) Atlantic General Hospital is seeking referrals of high risk patients with mild to moderate covid-19 infection for the monoclonal antibody therapy bamlanivimab.

Bamlanivimab is an infusion therapy granted emergency use authorization by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for treatment of individuals with covid-19 before severe symptoms occur, to reduce the chances of the infection worsening and requiring hospitalization.

It has proven to be an effective treatment for patients who have been experiencing mild to moderate symptoms of a covid-19 infection for less than 10 days.

Treatment is offered for adults and children ages 12 and older at greatest risk of progressing to severe covid-19, based upon specific criteria established by the FDA. These criteria include being over the age of 65, having an underlying chronic condition like diabetes or severe obesity, and/or having a compromised immune system.

James McGinnis, who serves as director of pharmacy at Atlantic General Hospital and also oversees the medical infusion center, urges individuals to contact their primary care provider

WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS BRIEFS Continued from Page 13 tificate of substantial completion, review of close-out documents and other services at project completion.

The total cost for the service is $79,917.

Funding for the work is available in the 2019 bond project. immediately after a positive covid-19 test.

“Bamlanivimab should be administered as soon as possible, as it is most beneficial when given early in symptom progression,” McGinnis said.

The therapeutic is administered via a single intravenous infusion and mimics immune system antibodies that block viruses.

Not all individuals who test positive for covid-19 are recommended to receive bamlanivimab.

Bamlanivimab infusion is provided through physician referral only, after it is determined that a patient is a good candidate and at high risk of severe onset.

Individuals with covid-19 symptoms should contact their primary care provider or visit the Atlantic ImmediCare clinic in Ocean City for testing and referral.

Atlantic General Hospital became one of the first six treatment sites within Maryland to offer the monoclonal antibody therapeutic last fall.

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Hogan also announced last Friday that Brig. Gen. Janeen Birckhead of the Maryland National Guard will head the Maryland Vaccine Equity Task Force to ensure equitable distribution of the vaccines.

In addition, The Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), through Maryland’s Public Assistance Program, has been coordinating with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to provide funding to support the vaccination effort. FEMA has already provided almost $648.2 million to state and local agencies and certain nonprofits, such as hospital systems, to help ease the financial burden.

“We look forward to continuing to work with our federal partners at FEMA to increase access to vaccinations throughout Maryland,” said Russ Strickland, executive director of MEMA, in a press release.

Maryland is in Phase 1C of the vaccine distribution plan, which includes individuals who are currently hospitalized, are solid organ transplant recipients, are actively receiving cancer treatment or diagnosed with end

stage renal disease patients requiring hemodialysis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), sickle cell disease and Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.

At this time, Maryland is only receiving 11,000 doses per day from the federal government.

Beginning Friday, the state will open a series of mass vaccination sites to serve eligible residents, with the first of these set to open at the Baltimore Convention Center and Six Flags America in Prince George’s County.

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Online registration is required through the state of Maryland’s covid-19 vaccine scheduling website, marylandvax.org.

Photo identification is required at the appointment. Patients and community members are advised to arrive no more than 15 minutes prior to their appointment.

For more information about how to register for a vaccine clinic, visit agh.care/vaccine or call the coronavirus vaccine information line at 410-641-9272.

In Worcester County, 7,062 people have received the first dose, or 13.51 percent of the population. Meanwhile, 1,438 people have received the second dose, or just 2.75 percent of the county population.

As of Wednesday, the Worcester County Health Department has received 3,640 first doses from the state and 1,200 second doses. This Saturday a clinic is being held primarily for individuals receiving their second dose, said Travis Brown, public affairs officer for the health department.

“Due to limits in vaccine supply, we do not anticipate new first dose clinics next week,” Brown added.

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The hospital has 319 staff members who have completed Pfizer and 219 who have completed Moderna. Another 200 staff members have completed the first dose of Moderna.

Currently, the hospital is offering covid-19 vaccine clinics for targeted risk groups every week in the main lobby by appointment only.

“We are still focusing on individuals 65 years and older on Tuesdays through Thursdays, said Sarah Yonker, director of marketing at Atlantic General Hospital. “Fridays are for educators.”

Yonker said the clinics for people 65 and older last week went well and community members have complimented the hospital after receiving the vaccine.

“They all have had questions and concerns about the second appointment and vaccine,” Yonker said. “If you are vaccinated at AGH, you will be given a follow up appointment for your second dose. We are committed to vaccinating our community as long as we continue receiving the vaccine.

The daily moderate size clinics are working well.”

Last week, 483 community members and 107 employees were vaccinated.

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Phase 1C of vaccine distribution in effect Continued from Page 16 “However, we won’t know all of the details until we confirm the number of vaccine doses we will receive later this week.”

In the meantime, individuals in eligible phases can call 667-253-2140 to add their names to a waiting list.

Individuals are advised to leave a phone number, so they can be notified when an appointment time becomes available based on eligibility.

The number that will show up when the Worcester County Health Department COVID-19 Vaccine Call Center calls you back, will come up as 410-632-1100 or 410-632-1016.”

The call center will request the following information: first name, last name, email address, phone number, age, first dose or second dose, Phase 1C eligibility, any underlying health conditions, and county and state of residence.

“As per the state directive issued last week, we prioritize individuals 65 years and older and give them priority on our waiting lists,” Brown said.

Vaccination scheduling is also available through community health partners in Worcester, both public and private, according to the local health department.

To find a clinic, visit https://maryland.maps.arcgis.com/apps/instant/nearby/index.html?appid=0db fb100676346ed9758be319ab3f40c&f ind&fbclid=IwAR3F7hd1_hDySyl319 2BXnTYgTHGhayanLN-U99kgywKWAFmRiIAmKQtDVs. The Ocean City Fire Department has joined the Worcester County Health Department to assist in administering the vaccine. Battalion Chief Rick Koch has been designated as the liaison between the fire department and the health department to distribute the vaccinations based on availability.

With a goal to offer at least one

clinic per week, Ocean City paramedics hosted clinics this Wednesday and Thursday at Northside Park on 125th Street.

Ashley Miller, the deputy communications manager for the Ocean City Police Department, said all employees who received the first dose will have completed their second dose by Friday. The vaccines are administered by the Ocean City Fire Department.

As for the Berlin Police Department, Chief Arnold Downing said six officers have received the second dose at this time. Civilian staff started receiving vaccinations on Jan. 12.

Three civilian staff members will receive their second doses on Feb. 9.

Through the federal long-term care program, CVS and Walgreens are conducting vaccination clinics at Maryland nursing homes and assisted living facilities.

Participating CVS pharmacies in Baltimore, Bowie, Chester, Frederick, Fulton, Hagerstown, Ocean City and Rockville will begin to administer vaccines to eligible populations on Feb. 11.

Patients must register in advance at CVS.com or through the CVS Pharmacy app. People without online access can contact CVS customer service at 800-746-7287. Walk-in vaccinations without an appointment will not be provided.

Giant, Walmart, Safeway and Rite Aid pharmacies have also joined the state’s vaccine distribution network in critical areas.

For vaccine information and resources, visit covidlink.maryland.gov.

As of Thursday, Worcester’s covid19 positivity rate was 6.67 percent, a decrease from 7.51 percent last week.

That’s still higher than the state’s rate of 5.89 percent.

Worcester has confirmed 85 new cases since last week. This brings the

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county’s total cases since March to 3,103.

The Maryland Department of Health reported Berlin and Ocean Pines had 1,256 and Ocean City had 792.

Worcester has recorded 79 deaths from covid-19, 18 of which were residents of the Berlin Nursing Home.

The Maryland Department of Health reports 44 staff cases and 73 residential cases of covid-19 at the Berlin Nursing Home.

As of Wednesday afternoon, 14 patients with coronavirus were in Atlantic General Hospital – 10 in the medical/surgical unit and four in the intensive care unit, Yonker said.

Hospital personnel have cared for seven patients who have come off a ventilator. Atlantic General has discharged 218 coronavirus patients who are recovering.

In the meantime, public health officials are encouraging anyone who feels sick, or who may have had contact with someone who is to get tested. All Worcester County residents, employees and their children 8 years and older who are experiencing covid-19 symptoms are eligible for testing.

People who suspect they may have the virus should call their primary care providers or the health department. The Worcester County Health Department has a hotline Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to determine if a person should be tested. Call 410-632-1100, select option eight and then press one.

The Worcester County Commission on Aging at 4767 Snow Hill Road, in Snow Hill, Maryland 21863, offers drive-through covid-19 testing on Wednesdays from 1-3:30 p.m. by appointment only. Testing dates are scheduled for Feb. 10, Feb. 17 and Feb. 24.

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In addition, the health department offers drive-through covid testing at the West Ocean City Park and Ride at 12848 Ocean Gateway in Ocean City by appointment only on Thursdays from 1-3:30 p.m. Testing dates are scheduled for Feb. 11, Feb. 18 and Feb. 25.

Additionally, Saturday hours for covid-19 testing have been expanded at Atlantic ImmediCare urgent care clinic on 10th Street. Individuals can now get a test between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturdays. No appointment is necessary. Weekday hours for walk-in testing continue to be 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Because of high demand for testing, anyone planning to arrive after 2 p.m. during the week is asked to call ahead. The testing clinic can be reached at 410-289-0065.

Rapid tests are available for patients experiencing two or more symptoms of the coronavirus. Exposure to someone with covid-19 is not a factor for rapid testing. If a patient does not meet the criteria to have a rapid test, they can still have the standard test. Turnaround time varies from 48 hours to five days.

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To track Maryland cases, visit coronavirus.maryland.gov/.

Marylanders are also encouraged to sign up for additional updates by texting ‘MdReady’ to 898-211.

To report a restaurant or bar for not following safety guidelines, call the county environmental health department at 410-352-3234.

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Although federal guidelines make two million Marylanders eligible for the covid19 vaccine, the state is only receiving 11,000 doses per day. As of Thursday, nearly 74 percent of first doses have been administered by Maryland providers.

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Community Foundation grants (Feb. 5, 2021) The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore has grant funding available for qualified nonprofits and schools.

A total of $180,000 is currently available from various grant programs at the foundation, with a variety of focus areas including education, covid-19 impact on nonprofit operations and services, and programs serving women and girls.

• Education Awards Grant Program: Up to $75,000 has been made available with emphasis on student needs for online, hybrid, and in-person learning impacted by covid-19.

Teachers of Pre-K through 12th grade in Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester counties at Maryland public schools, or MSDE-approved nonpublic schools may apply for up to $1,500 of funding.

In an effort to streamline funding for immediate education needs, the foundation has created a shortened application and expedited review process, with plans to distribute awards by mid-March.

Applications are due by Feb. 28.

“The pandemic has created many new challenges for not only students, but teachers and schools alike,” said Erica

Joseph, Community Foundation president. “By creating an application process that is more accessible to teachers, we hope to provide critical education funding where our hands-on educators can create the most immediate impact for students.”

• Women’s Fund Grants: $25,000 is available through the Community Foundation’s Women’s Fund, which focuses its grant making efforts to address the unmet needs of women or girls in Wicomico, Worcester and Somerset counties.

Each eligible organization may receive up to $5,000. Letter of inquiry submissions are due by Feb. 22.

• COVID-19 Emergency Response Grants: Up to $80,000 in grant funding is available for qualifying nonprofits and organizations, which have been impacted by or assist those in need due to the ongoing covid-19 crisis.

Eligible nonprofits may apply for grants of up to $5,000 and applications are reviewed on a rolling bi-monthly basis.

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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2021) In addition to investing in expensive stormwater runoff solutions, the Ocean Pines Association is looking for grants to help property owners resolve their own flooding problems.

Director of Amenities and Operational Logistics Colby Phillips said General Manager John Viola and Public Works Director Eddie Wells have talked to more than a dozen homeowners whose properties flood frequently, sometimes leaving them with standing water for prolonged periods.

“There have been numerous visits to people’s homes and reach-outs from people who have flood issues in their yards,” she said.

Phillips said unlike the Bainbridge Pond drainage project, many properties suffering from drainage problems aren’t legally accessible by the association personnel.

“Part of the problem is in a lot of these places Ocean Pines doesn’t own an easement behind the house, so we’re not able to go on the property,” she said.

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“Some people have a ditch behind their homes,” she said. “If it’s owned

by Ocean Pines, there could be something we could do to alleviate water in the backyard.”

Phillips said in some locations surrounding properties exacerbate the problem.

“Sometimes it’s just where people are located,” she said. “Some homes sit in a bowl where everything drains down into their home.”

Other factors at play include increasingly prevalent rainstorms.

“When you have the storms that we had … two months ago, where you get five to six inches of rain,” she said.

“In those type of events it’s hard to find any type of solution that’s going to help.”

The association is working to assist property owners cover the costs to complete projects to regain regular use of their yards and to reduce floodrelated property damage.

“The first question would be is there anything that can be done to alleviate the water?” she said. “Second, are there any types of grant funding for homeowners dealing with these issues to help with expenses?”

Phillips said investigations of stormwater issues generally begin with a site assessment from Worcester County. That could lead to the possibility of an engineering study.

“When you’re dealing with water, you have to have a place for it to go,” she said. “Ideally, an engineer can suggest projects and costs, [which] homeowners would then have to pay.”

To that end, the association has budgeted $20,000 to pay back costs for engineering studies on private lots.

“What Ocean Pines would do at the conclusion of the project, we would look at reimbursing the cost of

the engineering fees up to $5,000 per project area,” she said.

Phillips said while the Pines allotment would not apply to project expenses, research is underway to locate grants to help cover the cost of the improvements.

In addition to getting help identifying potential grants from Maryland Coastal Bays Program officials, federal and state agencies are also being contacted.

“It’s a collaborative team effort on many different pieces that are working to see what we can do to help this problem,” she said.

Poorly graded locations prone to standing water can ultimately affect the larger environment.

“One of the biggest things where water stagnates is it suffocates trees,” she said.

Phillips said this negative impact beyond a private lot’s boundaries could open the way to alternative funding sources.

“That’s the piece that helps us be able to start looking at the funding possibilities,” she said.

While the issues and answers affecting individual properties might vary, all locations do share some common problems.

“The bottom line is there are flooding issues and a lot of standing water,” she said. “People’s yards get ruined and some ... foundations get ruined.”

In many cases, residents are uncertain where to start in addressing flooding problems.

“The idea was to work with them to develop plans,” she said.

Phillips said initial conversations with flood-prone property owners trace back nearly a year.

“It’s not a quick process,” she said.

“Some of them have had issues for decades, it’s just now things are getting worse.”

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Leno postpones shows until Oct. because of covid (Feb. 5, 2021) There must be a joke in there somewhere, but Jay Leno fans will have to wait until next fall to hear it, as the former late night television great, current standup star and car enthusiast has canceled his shows in Ocean City for the second time because of the continuing spread of covid-19.

According to an announcement issued by the Ocean City Performing Arts Center Tuesday, Leno postponed his spring schedule, including his three shows scheduled for May 20-21 in Ocean City.

The new dates for his return to Ocean City are Oct. 6-7. He will maintain the same show times as previously scheduled, one show on Oct. 6 at 8 p.m. and two shows on Oct. 7 at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

Leno was appearing in conjunction with the 30th edition of the annual Cruisin’ Ocean City Car Show, but will now appear as part of its sister event in the fall.

“I am looking forward to doing my shows later this year at Endless Summer Cruisin’ 2021” he said.

All tickets for the May shows will be honored for the October shows.

The statement from the center said tickets for the Thursday, May 20 shows will be honored Thursday, Oct. 7 and tickets for the Friday May 21 show will be honored Wednesday, Oct. 6.

Refunds will be available through Feb. 28. People who bought tickets online through Ticketmaster will need to contact Ticketmaster directly, and those who purchased tickets at the center box office, will need to go to the convention center for a refund.

The irony is that Leno’s spring performances this year were to make up for his cancellation of his October appearances last year in conjunction with 23rd edition of the annual Endless Summer Cruisin’ Car Show.

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VACCINATED Dr. Annette Wallace, the county school system’s chief operating and academic officer for grades nine through 12, receives her first dose of the covid vaccine on Jan. 29, through the partnership of Atlantic General Hospital and the Worcester County Health Department.

TOY DONATIONS First State Marines, Bob Broderick, Frank Del Piano and Jim Wright were on hand to welcome and receive a trailer load of toys collected at the Right Coast Tattoo shop on Coastal Highway in Fenwick Island. Jeff Brown and Adam Weir, artists from Right Coast Tattoo, delivered the toys that was the result of a promotion the shop ran that matched the value of the donated toys dollar for dollar with tattoo services. Brown valued the cache of Toys and Bikes at over $4,000. Where covid-19 has had an adverse impact on collections, First State Marines continue the tradition and commitment to the Toys for Tots program.

SCHOOL VISIT State Superintendent of Schools Dr. Karen Salmon toured the new Showell Elementary School facility off Route 589 in Berlin on Jan. 22. Pictured, from left, are fourth grader Fletcher Chmar, Superintendent of School Lou Taylor and Salmon.

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HOLIDAY LETTERS Worcester Preparatory School students and faculty did not let the pandemic stop them from giving back to the community this past holiday season. From virtual concerts and food drives throughout Maryland and Delaware to handmade cards for local and international assisted living residents, the WPS family united to help make the holidays a little brighter. Students in Elaine Burg’s French 3 and 4 classes composed holiday letters written in French to residents of a senior living home in Gatineau, Québec.

CRAFTER RECOGNIZED The Pine’eer Craft Club of Ocean Pines has chosen Lois Schultz as the February Crafter of the Month. Born and raised in Finksburg, Maryland, Schultz lived outside of Philadelphia for 23 years before moving to Ocean Pines in 2012. She joined the Craft Club soon after and held the position of vice president for several years. She is now assistant shop treasurer. Her grandmother taught her to embroider in second grade and that started her on the lifelong path to crafting. Over the years, she has done embroidery, cross stitch, beading, Christmas ornaments, screen painting, and many Halloween costumes for her son, husband and herself. Lately, she has been into whimsical crafts, making flower fairies and mermaids from seashells she has collected. Schultz and handmade items by other crafters are available at the Artisan Gift Shop in White Horse Park, at 239 Ocean Parkway in Ocean Pines. The shop is open every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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PROCLAMATION Worcester County Board of Education President Eric Cropper, left, receives a proclamation for Board Appreciation Month from Superintendent of Schools Lou Taylor during the school board meeting on Jan. 19.

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Serve taco amuse-bouches during Sunday’s big game

By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (Feb. 5, 2021) Are you familiar with the expression, “We eat with our eyes?”

It has been around for a long time. First century Roman gourmand, Apicius, is credited with the legendary aphorism.

In today’s highly visual world, we are constantly interacting with food through sight. Social-driven media has set the bar high when it comes to “looks” and food photography is no exception.

This multi-million-dollar business has taken on a level of sophistication where technology and artistry are producing stunning photographs that are literally a feast for our eyes.

But mastering food photography is not as easy as one thinks. Learning the skills behind the camera not only enhances your repertoire of knowledge but gives one insight into the art of presentation.

Let us review some tips that literally has us salivating every time we flip through our favorite foodie magazines.

Food usually looks best when it is full-bodied. For example, when you take something out of the oven, it usually loses some of its body after it sits in the cool air.

It is best to shoot food while it is hot and fresh from the oven. This is one reason why timing is so important when one entertains.

Structure the dish so it has height.

Height adds drama and excitement to your photographs and is the first aspect of a dish that our eyes focus on.

A flat plate of food is simply boring, no matter how you cut it.

Color is crucial for food photography and is key when plating food. A knowledge of the color wheel is imperative.

Understanding which colors contrast well and which colors compliments each other can make or break a picture. When planning a menu, consider the importance of color.

Styling food also relies on what is surrounding the dish. Setting up the background is just as important as the star of the dish. Everything in a photograph has purpose and meaning.

When planning for celebratory occasions, side dishes are just as important as the featured dish. Buffets rely

heavily on this concept.

When your guests walk through the buffet line, it is imperative that your “significant” dishes stand out.

Perhaps one of the biggest factors that affect food photography is the amount and quality of the light.

Natural window lighting is preferred. The soft, dispersed lighting usually given by natural window lighting casts soft shadows that gives the picture distinction and enhances the overall beauty of the shot.

There is a sense of realism that sparks memories and gives the picture

an added touch.

Reflectors are used to disperse the light or tone down the shadows. This can be done with a purpose-built reflector or you can improvise with light colored material.

Another key to effective food photography is knowing your depth of composition. In other words, what is the camera focusing on.

In food photography, there are two common ways of composing basic shots. The first involves photographing them from directly above the food.

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Score touchdown with taco amuse-bouches Continued from Page 23 The second common angle is to shoot at an angle so you can include either the foreground or background.

When planning a sit-down dinner, sit at every seat so you get a perspective of what each guest is seeing. Then stand at a distance and observe your table setting.

This allows you to take in the overall effect of the dining experience, which is critical for lasting impressions.

That being said, the Super Bowl is finally here! It only comes once a year, so preparation is a must.

When you set up your festivities,

think of yourself as a food photographer. The food must be enticing for a fantastic party.

Amuse-bouches are gaining popularity and a great way for home cooks to show off their skills. These tantalizing one bite hors d’oeuvres are a perfect way to satisfy your guests while waiting for your buffet or main course to be completed.

Taco amuse-bouches are simple to make and will score a touchdown with adults and children. Beef, chicken, pork, or seafood sets the mood for personal preference.

Simply preheat your oven to 350

degrees. Spray a tin muffin pan with cooking spray and set aside.

Prepare your favorite taco filling and set aside. There is much preparation, so purchase already shredded cheese.

Place a single wonton in each cup of the muffin pan. Using your fingers, gently press the wonton down to fit snuggly in the individual muffin cup. Fill with taco filling and top with shredded cheese.

Bake for approximately 10 minutes.

Remove from oven and garnish with favorite taco garnishes such as creamy guacamole, pungent sour cream, textured salsa, finely diced red onions,

fresh cilantro, and diced jalapenos.

Taco amuse-bouches make a great passed hors d’oeuvre. Guest want to be pampered and what better way than to pass around a plate of surprises.

This dish is finger friendly, make sure cocktail napkins are provided.

Taco amuse-bouches are a creative way to serve tacos in a single bite. The Super Bowl is one of the most anticipated events of the year, your menu should mirror such an occasion. Enjoy!

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Theme of love displayed through art shows (Feb. 5, 2021) February is love month, and the Art League of Ocean City will present two shows exploring that theme.

The virtual “Love, Love, Love” show streaming on the Art League’s website Feb. 5-27 asked artists to explore the question: What does love look like to you? They responded by submitting entries in a wide variety of media and themes.

On Feb. 5 at 5 p.m., the Art League invites everyone to a free virtual First Fri-

day reception on Zoom. The Zoom link is posted on the Art League’s website at www.ArtLeagueOfOceanCity.org.

“In a time when we’re so divided, we’re hoping to visually show our love for each other and how love can bring us together,” Rina Thaler, executive director of the Art League, said. “We hope our virtual First Friday will be another way for us to connect.”

An in-person event at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street combines heART hunting with Valentine

candy.

During the month of February, guests are invited to come to the Arts Center and hunt for postings of the Art League’s Core Values scattered throughout the galleries. Once they find all five values, heART hunters receive Valentine candy as a prize as well as a blank hugging heART to make into their own art project.

The hugging heARTs will form an ever-growing art mobile on display at the Arts Center throughout February.

In addition, the Shared Visions and Hope & Healing exhibitions will continue in-person through February.

Admission is always free to the Ocean City Center for the Arts at 502 94th Street, home of the Art League of Ocean City, a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing the visual arts to the community through education, exhibits, scholarship, programs and community art projects. More information is available at 410-524-9433 or ArtLeagueOfOceanCity.org.

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Business laws and real world Legislation pending in the Maryland General Assembly that would require businesses to do more for employees who are working in dangerous circumstances would benefit from a reworking to reflect the reality of the situation.

Although there’s no denying that many people in the “essential workers” classification are risking their health to get the job done, some of the businesses that employ them might not have the wherewithal to meet the bills’ requirements.

In addition, the businesses these measures would affect range from Fortune 500 companies to smaller shops that are struggling just to keep people employed.

It is a shame that so many people don’t give a second thought to the welfare of grocery store workers, for instance, without whom we would all be in trouble. They deserve hazard pay, but whether they would actually get it is another matter.

Kroger, one of the world’s largest grocers, for instance, announced this week it will close two of its California stores permanently in April rather than pay the additional $4 an hour hazard pay imposed by local government. The company said the stores were struggling.

Overall, however, the company reported record profits during the pandemic, according to CBS news, and intends to direct a large part of that profit to investors.

A great many people think that stinks on a moral level, but that doesn’t change the fact that not only will the workers at these two stores not get hazardous duty pay, but they also won’t have jobs at all.

While we strongly encourage all businesses to do everything they can to care for the people who make their continued existence possible, it remains that not all companies think that way or have the resources to do more than what they are currently doing.

Legislators have to take these factors into consideration.

The central argument here is not what’s right or wrong, but what will work best for everyone involved.

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Freed not defined

I’ve been trying to figure out this freedom business everyone’s fighting and screaming about, and it occurs to me that the big disagreement is over whose version of freedom gets imposed on me.

I think it’s a safe bet that there’s no such thing as onesize-fits-all freedom, since what we’re talking about really isn’t freedom, but who gets to define what freedom is and who gets it.

Logical thinking, which was last seen furtively skipping along a remote forest By path with Bigfoot, the JackaStewart lope, one or more Chuand the Mongolian Dobson pacabras Death Worm, would seem to dictate that I get to decide what kind of freedom I want, rather than having someone else decide that for me.

But no, it appears that various groups, sects, sides and parties in this great debate are arguing over what they get to do to me without so much as a howdy-doo.

It’s like being asked not whether you want to be smacked upside the head, but on which side of the head you would prefer to be smacked.

Unfortunately, and I’m really beginning to believe this, we have way too many people and not enough freedom to go around: “Now, Johnny,” says the sixth-grade teacher, “You can’t bring freedom to class unless you brought enough for everyone.”

On the other hand, the situation is not unlike my earlier years when my mother would

tell me what I liked. That’s what happened when I wanted a pair of super-cool shoes that snapped closed with mousetrap-like contraptions attached to the shoes’ tongues.

“You don’t like those,” she told me as we walked into the store to get me shod for the upcoming school year.

“Yeah, I do. They’re really different and ...”

“No,” she interjected, “you don’t want them, you want something, um, more traditional.”

“If I don’t want them,” I countered with my still-in-development contrary nature. “Why did I say I wanted them?”

“Well, young man, it could be because you’re a little idiot who’s not paying for them.”

You can see the logic of her argument. This was not a dispute over style, or over my right to want what I want, or mousetrap shoes versus what I got, which were known in the day as Bata Bullets, a Maryland-made, black high-top sneaker with a fish head toe.

No, this was about the money and who is in charge, as all things generally are after you peel away the multiple layers of bull-pookey about principles, rights and other constitutional whatnot that may or may not apply.

The problem, though, is that the pursuit of these things — money and being in charge, rather than the bull-pookey, which is available with free shipping just about everywhere — has come down to telling me what I’m going to get, like it or not.

Honestly, I prefer my own house rules, which, as stated by the person in charge here, is that I can do whatever I want as long as I’m willing to deal with the consequences.

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Editor, Just recently, we learned that seven months into Fiscal Year (FY) 21, the Mayor & City Council (M&CC) of the Town of Ocean City are sitting with $10,153,634 in General Fund Balance Reserves over and above their stated policy of a 15 percent Reserve Fund.

That excess reserve amount is the equivalent to 11 cents on the current property tax rate.

Here we are in the second fiscal year since the pandemic began, and the town still has a substantial excess reserve fund. This continues to be the trend year after year.

Realistically, no one expects the M&CC to reduce the upcoming tax rate by 11 cents, or even five or six cents, but they should consider a modest two-cent reduction in the tax rate, to give some of the excess taxes back to our property owners.

I hope that the M&CC will give this serious consideration as they approach discussions for the FY22 budget.

Vincent dePaul Gisriel Jr. Ocean City

Writer thanks Andy Harris

Editor, Thank you Congressman [Andy] Harris.

Although many people are asking you to step down, I’m thanking you for standing up for millions of Americans who questioned the integrity of this election.

I am puzzled about the lack of cooperation from the states that are in question about the integrity of the election.

If there is nothing to hide, why not cooperate and clear up the evidence that was brought forth?

Why was there a pause in counting votes, why were poll watchers asked to leave and the vote counting continued with no oversight?

This is not transparency. It only erodes the trust we have in our elections. Every American, regardless of your party should question that.

Since Amazon employees are getting ready to vote for unionization, an Amazon spokesperson came out and stated that they believe the best approach to a valid, fair and successful election is one that is conducted manually and in-person.

They want to insist on measures

for a fair election. In other words, no machines and no mail in votes.

What I find interesting is how Amazon was for mail-in-votes for our presidential election?

There is much outrage about the mob (which is under investigation) that stormed the Capitol on Nov. 6. I am outraged also.

However, where was the outrage by the media over the violence by Antifa all summer long that resulted in millions of dollars in damage to small businesses and government buildings, deaths and assaults on our police?

Also, I’m very concerned about the censorship that is going on right now on our freedom of speech. If you have a different political opinion you are labeled a racist and you’re spreading hate speech, you could lose your job, be banned from social media, your business threatened or boycotted, be personally threatened or worst yet be labeled a domestic terrorist, a threat to our country and need to be re-educated, just for having a different political view.

This has got to stop. Big Tech, mainstream media and some very outspoken political figures are not in charge of our free speech. This is the last country of freedom. Benjamin Franklin said, “Whoever would overthrow the liberty of a nation must begin by subduing the freeness of speech.”

So, Thank You Congressman Harris for standing up for Voter Integrity

and for millions of voices that are now being silenced.

Bonnie Kamm Bishopville

Political fact checking urged Editor, Fact – A thing that is known or proved to be true.

For some crazy reason, a lot of Americans are having trouble telling fact from fiction these days. I don’t know why that is, but they are.

Facts are not something to be afraid of; they light the path and show the correct road to travel. More importantly they show us our mistakes so that we’re not doomed to repeat.

So to make things just a little bit easier on all of us I put forward a few facts that we should all be able to agree upon.

First, and this will sound silly, I hope, the Earth is not flat, it’s round.

I read a recent poll where 14 percent of a certain group said they thought it was flat. It’s not.

The earth is not 6,000 years old, it’s 4.5 billion. And man came along about 65 million years after the dinosaurs died out.

We really did go to the moon, honest. And we left some stuff on its surface to prove it.

Obama is an American. Born and bred just like most of you.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Continued from Page 27 Hillary did not sell babies out of a pizza shop basement.

Democrats and Hollywood folks are not selling babies overseas and they are not eating any of the leftover ones they did not sell.

Lizard people from outer space are not walking among us.

Joe Biden won the 2020 election fair and square. Every governor and every secretary of state has said it was fair.

Over 60 court cases have said the same. And there is no evidence to the contrary.

It was MAGA that stormed the capital. No one else, just MAGA. And they were spurred on to do so by Trump and others in the Republican Party.

This is a short fact list and should not require any deep thought. However, if you feel the need to verify any,

I beg you to do so. If after that you are still in dispute of any of the above facts than please know, You Are The Problem.

Rex Sawdy Berlin

Empty Bowl Project aids Worcester County Editor, Because of the support of our community and sponsors, many empty bowls in Worcester County are no longer empty.

The Empty Bowl Project is an international grassroots effort to fight hunger and a unique opportunity to use art in a way that helps the community.

Our local Empty Bowl Project is a collaborative effort between the Art League of Ocean City and Diakonia to raise awareness and funds for hunger

through creative engagement.

We are honored to announce this year’s project raised $5,154, with $2,577 going to each nonprofit, an amount critically needed by both organizations.

We thank our long-time generous sponsors, First Shore Federal Bank and Shore United Bank.

We couldn’t have done it without the friends and families who joined our bowl-making sessions at the Ocean City Center for the Arts, as well as the many potters and clay artists who handcrafted 309 one-of-a-kind bowls in the Arts Center’s studios.

Diakonia thanks the Art League for this partnership and being creative in making this fundraiser successful despite the COVID pandemic.

Thank you to each and every one who worked on and participated in this event.

These funds were greatly needed

due to other fundraisers having to be cancelled this past year. Your help ensured that more than 3,600 people received help this past year through all our programs.

Our community came together to make this project a success, in spite of the challenging times, and we appreciate your loving support.

Rina Thaler Executive Director Art League of Ocean City Ocean City Center for the Arts

WORLD WAR II

Battle of Beda 80 years ago results in Italian sacking

By Peter Ayers Wimbrow III Contributing Writer (Feb. 5, 2021) This week, 80 years ago, Commonwealth Forces completed the destruction of the remnants of the Italian Tenth Army at Beda Fomm in Libya.

Beda Fomm, is in the province of Cyrenaica, which is the eastern most of the three Libyan provinces, and borders on Egypt in the east.

Beda Fomm was near the coast in the west of the province, east of the Gulf of Sirte and south of Jebel Akhdar, which was a raised area with plenty of water and vegetation.

By this time, the Tenth Army had been driven out of Egypt and out of most of Cyrenaica. The Governor-Gen. of Libya, Marshal Rodolfo Graziani, on Feb. 1, 1941, decided to abandon Cyrenaica and concentrate his forces for the defense of the western-most Libyan province of Tripolitania, and the colony’s capital of Tripoli.

He intended to concentrate the remnants of Tenth Army at Sirte, which was described as, “...a shabby little Arab village of mud huts, clustered on the banks of a foul smelling stream.”

Twelve and a half miles south of Sirte lies the village of Qasr Abu Hadi, where long time Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi was born on June 7, 1942.

Marshal Graziani had, on Dec. 23, 1940, promoted Gen. Giuseppe Tellera from a corps commander to commander of the remnants of the Tenth Army.

Since that time, his army had done nothing but endure beatings and retreat. Bardia had been captured on Jan. 3, 1941.

That was followed by the fall of Tobruk on Jan. 23 and Derna on Feb. 3.

Benghazi was abandoned on Feb. 6.

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WORLD WAR II Continued from Page 28 Zaglio and Bortolo Zambon and an armored brigade commanded by Gen. Valentino Babini.

The Commonwealth commander, Gen. Richard O’Connor, planned to send the 7th Armored Division, commanded by Maj.-Gen. Michael O’Moore Creagh, south of Jebel Akhdar, through the desert, to intercept the Tenth Army’s retreat from Derna along the coast road, the Via Balbia.

The problem for the Commonwealth was logistics. The British tanks had been operating since the first week of December and all needed major work.

The 6th Australian Division, commanded by Gen. Iven Mackay, was at that point not motorized, so they, like the Italians, were mostly walking across the desert. And by this time, the Division had walked 250 miles from Sidi Barrani, captured Bardia, then captured Tobruk, finally captured Derna, and were heading toward Benghazi, which today has a population of 630,000, and is the second largest city in Libya.

These Aussies were tired and needed a break. In addition, their supply line was stretched pretty taut.

Gen. O’Connor sent the 7th Armored Division through the desert while Gen. Mackay’s Australians slogged along the coast road chasing

the Italians. But the desert route was very rough on the tanks, so MajorGen. Michael O’Moore Creagh, the commander of the British Amour, formed a wheeled combat force that could travel faster and use less fuel.

At dawn on Feb. 4, a force of about 2,000, under the command of Lt. Col. John Comb, set out across the dessert from Fort Mechili in an effort to intercept the retreating Italians. The intersection point would be at the village of Beda Fomm, on the Via Balbia, about 70 miles south of Benghazi.

The lead elements began arriving at Antelat, 124 miles distant, the next day. Antelat was a small Arab village about 20 miles east of the coast.

By 2 p.m., the British had established a blocking force of about 2,000 across the coastal road, 30 minutes ahead of Tenth Army’s arrival.

Within an hour, the Italians launched their first attack.

Another came at 5 p.m. By the end of the day, the British had to deal with 5,000 prisoners.

The fighting grew more intense on Feb. 6, as the Italians struggled to avoid capture. Nine times they hurled themselves at the British guns and each time they were thrown back.

Gen. Mackay’s Australians reached the outskirts of Benghazi on the evening of Feb. 6, and entered the city unopposed to the cheers of its

Libyan residents! Six Italian generals were captured with the city.

At dawn on Feb. 7, the Aussies began attacking the retreating Italians from the north. Now they were being squeezed from north, south and east, with the sea to the west.

Gen. Tellera led his tankers on a last-ditch effort to avoid capture. The last 20 of the Italian medium tanks broke through the British line, and were only stopped by British artillery yards from British headquarters.

After the battle, Gen. Tellera was found in his tank, badly wounded. He died in the hospital the next day. The British buried him with full military honors in Benghazi.

He was, posthumously, awarded the Gold Medal of Military Valor, roughly the equivalent of the U.S. Medal of Honor.

With the death of the brave Gen. Tellera, command devolved to Lt. Gen. Annibale Bergonzoli. With the balance of 7th Armored arriving across the desert, and the Aussies in their rear, the Italians had no choice but to surrender — including the elusive Barba Elettrica.

Gen. O’Connor observed that, “I think this may be termed a complete victory as none of the enemy escaped.”

Gen. O’Connor’s bravado would prove premature when he was, himself, captured within less than two months.

Italian losses at Beda Fomm included 25,000 prisoners, 107 tanks, and 93 guns.

Commonwealth forces proceeded to occupy Ajdabiya, which today has a population of 77,000 and is located 93 miles south of Benghazi, 530 miles east of Tripoli and four miles east of the Gulf of Sidra.

There, on Feb. 9, 1941, Prime Minister Churchill ordered a halt, although some British troops proceeded to El Agheila, located at the southern end of the Gulf of Sidra, where they would soon have their first encounter with the vaunted Afrika Korps. Today, El Agheila has a population of less than 5000.

Thinking that all was under control in Libya, the prime minister began to transfer resources to Greece, where they were squandered. By the time the Germans arrived in Libya, the Commonwealth’s desert veterans were being wasted in Greece.

Next week: Afrika Korps Arrives In Tripoli Mr. Wimbrow writes from Ocean City, Maryland, where he practices law representing those persons accused of criminal and traffic offenses, and those persons who have suffered a personal injury through no fault of their own. He can be contacted at: wimbrowlaw@gmail.com.

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OC Art League to offer free classes for youth, adults

DONATIONS COLLECTED

Worcester Preparatory School students and faculty did not let the pandemic stop them from giving back to the community this past holiday season. From virtual concerts and food drives throughout Maryland and Delaware to handmade cards for local and international assisted living residents, the WPS family united to help make the holidays a little brighter. In lieu of the annual WPS pajama, gift, food and toy drives, the Student Government Association collected monetary donations from Lower/Middle/ Upper School students totaling $5,526 to distribute to the following eight organizations in Maryland and Delaware: Diakonia, Inc. in West Ocean City and Atlantic United Methodist Church in Ocean City; The Joseph House and HALO in Salisbury; Berlin First Baptist Church and Stevenson United Methodist Church Spirit Kitchen in Berlin; the Food Bank of Delaware and the Seaford Community Food Closet in Delaware.

PHOTO COURTESY ROGER PACELLA

HONORED

Ocean City-Berlin Optimist Club presented the Optimist of the Year award to Christina Dolomount Brown. She is pictured with President Bill Hickey.

RECOGNIZED

Lauren Williams, coordinator of student health services, and Amy Gallagher, coordinator of accountability, assessment and school counselors, accepted a commendation from the Worcester County Board of Education on behalf of the local public school counselors in recognition of National School Counseling Week. Pictured, from left, are Williams, Board of Education President Eric Cropper, Superintendent of Schools Lou Taylor, and Gallagher.

PHOTO COURTESY WORCESTER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

(Feb. 5, 2021) As a creative indoor option during the winter months, the Art League of Ocean City is offering free art classes to the public, including both children and adults, in-person at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street, bayside.

The free classes are sponsored in part by a grant from the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore and the Donnie Williams Foundation.

“Our free classes are such a fun way for everyone in the community to enjoy a few hours of creative time,” Rina Thaler, executive director of the Art League, said. “You don’t have to be an artist or have any art experience to join in, just be open for some fun. Our free classes fill up quickly, so we suggest reserving your place as soon as possible.”

Space in each class is limited for safety, and advance registration is required by calling 410-524-9433 or v i s i t www.ArtLeagueofOceanCity.org/Cla sses. The Art League will provide all materials. Mask wearing and social distancing are required.

“Creative Kids” for children ages 6 and older will be held on Saturdays from 1-2 p.m. on Feb. 6, Feb. 20, March 6, and March 20.

Lindsey Winters, art teacher at Showell Elementary School, will lead the children in a fun art-making session using a variety of mixed media.

Barbara Buford is the instructor for “heART & Soul,” for adults on Thursdays from 10 a.m. to noon on Feb. 25 and March 25.

This class is geared toward those dealing with stress, trauma or grief, and projects are designed to focus on centering and healing.

“Free Family Arts Days” are for the whole family, so children must be accompanied by an adult, and adults must be accompanied by a child.

Buford will instruct this class on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon on Feb. 27 and March 13, and also on April 10 and May 8.

Admission is always free to the Ocean City Center for the Arts at 502 94th Street, home of the Art League of Ocean City, a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing the visual arts to the community through education, exhibits, scholarship, programs and community art projects.

More information is available at 410524-9433 or ArtLeagueOfOceanCity.org.

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OC 7-Eleven sells scratch-off worth $1M to Del. man (Feb. 5, 2021) An amusement vending machine attendant in Ocean City is a millionaire after hooking a huge prize from a Maryland Lottery scratch-off. The Millsboro, Delaware man scooped up the first $1 million top prize on the 100X The Cash instant ticket, which he purchased from the 7-Eleven convenience store on 59th Street.

The 36-year-old winner, who identified himself as “Spare Change,� tends to amusement machines throughout Ocean City. “If there’s a crane machine, Golden Tee machine, a foosball table, air hockey or pool table, it’s my job to visit them regularly, picking up the coins and restocking the machines.� “Spare Change� was about to begin his daily route when he stopped at the 7-Eleven to pick up his usual Pick 3 and Pick 4 tickets and a scratch-off.

While scratching off his instant ticket, he noticed a customer who left money in the Lottery machine. “Spare Change� decided to go after the player to take them the money but first, quickly, bought one more scratch-off with his own spare change. He picked out a 100X The Cash instant ticket and returned the money to the player before she left the store.

When “Spare Change� scanned the scratch-off’s prize check area, he saw a strange message telling him to take the ticket to the Lottery.

He then took the scratch-off to his car to investigate the cryptic message by playing the scratch-off. “Spare Change� uncovered the winning numbers on the game and the prizes.

When he revealed the six-figure top prize, he went into shock. “I started shaking. My nerves were rattled and I had trouble thinking straight for the rest of the work day,� he said.

The winner elected to receive his $1 million prize as an annuity. “This will keep me from spending it all quickly and it’s like having an extra income,� he said.

This is the first top prize discovered on the 100X The Cash scratchoff. The $20 game, which launched in November, now has five $1 million top prizes remaining along with seven $50,000 prizes and eight $10,000 prizes.

For selling the $1 million top-prize winning scratch-off, the store earned a $1,000 retailer bonus from the Lottery.

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WP basketball teams ready to play After putting season on hold, Mallards to begin competitions next week

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 5, 2021) After beginning practices in November, then taking a break until January, the Worcester Prep basketball teams will finally take the court for competition starting next week. “Everyone is very happy to have a season,� said Director of Athletics for Worcester Preparatory School, Matt McGinnis. “It allows basketball, sports-minded kids to not miss out on this opportunity. And the seniors specifically, they get to play their last season of basketball.�

The basketball teams had a handful of practices in NovemMatt McGinnis ber, before the Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference decided to put the season on hold because covid-19 numbers were rising.

Practices picked back up in January after students returned from Christmas break. Again, teams got in a few practices before last week’s winter break.

Coaches and players were all set to get back on the court this Monday, but Mother Nature had other plans as school was closed Monday through Wednesday, so there were no practices.

Teams were scheduled to practice Thursday and Friday then play in scrimmages against Greenwood Mennonite School on Saturday at Worcester in Berlin. The girls’ squad is slated to start at noon and the boys’ team at 1:30 p.m.

Many safety protocols have been put into place in order for teams to have a season.

Athletes are required to wear masks when playing and visiting teams will need to bring their own basketballs to use during warmups.

Water will be provided, but each player must use their own personal water bottles.

McGinnis, who is also the president of the Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference, said coaches have discussed not having a tip-off to start the games. Instead, the referee will do a coin toss and the winner will start with the ball.

In addition, no spectators will be allowed. Worcester Prep plans to live stream the games on Facebook. The

athletic department live streamed games during the fall sports season and it went over well, McGinnis said.

Since public schools in Maryland are not participating in winter sports, Worcester Prep will have an abbreviated season, only playing against conference opponents, which are mainly private and Christian schools.

The girls’ team is scheduled to play six games and the boys’ squad four, followed by conference championships.

Girls’ basketball: A dozen Lady Mallards are competing this season. Five are returning from last year when the team went 165, finishing runner-up in the conference. “The fact that we’re even playing is just good news,� said Coach Brian McDermott. “It’s great that the girls are getting something.

The squad will be led by senior captains CC Lizas and Sophia Ludt, and junior Lily Baeurle. “This season is about the two seniors and finding a way to make it work for them,�

McDermott said. “I told the girl, ‘Let’s do it for the seniors.’�

Last year, Baeurle B. McDermott led the team in points (298) and assists (38). She will be the point guard this season. Lizas was second with 230 points. She led the team in rebounds (82). They both received All-Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference honors. “I’m excited about the season. I can’t wait to start,� said McDermott, who was named ESIAC Coach of the Year at the end of last season, his first leading the Mallards. “What I’m most impressed about is the girls are doing whatever they need to do to play.

They’re running with a mask on, and that’s hard.�

While the team’s goal is to win a championship and “cut down the nets,� McDermott said he also wants to build a new harmony after graduating key players.

The team plans to again play uptempo basketball, push the ball, be aggressive and stay focused. McDermott also developed a points system where the girls can see where they bring value to the team and what areas they need to work on. “We plan to go all out,� McDermott said. “We’re not backing down. That’s what I like about Worcester Prep. [The girls go hard.�

Boys’ basketball: After two seasons as an assistant coach, Pat Moylan will lead the boys’ squad this season.

He has 14 on his roster this year, seven of whom are returning from last season when the team went 10-10.

The team finished runner-up in the conference.

Five seniors are competing this year. “It’s a very abbreviated season, but we’ll make the most of it,� Moylan said. “This year has been quite a challenge, but we’ll make the best of it.�

When they first started, the players were doing conditioning and skills drills, without contact. Moy- Pat Moylan lan said recently they have been able to do some scrimmaging during practices and work on offensive and defensive sets. “The returning guys have a good, solid fundamental idea of what I expect and what were working on,� he said. “I’m proud of how these kids came out. Their attitude, effort and enthusiasm has been great. Playing basketball with a mask on isn’t easy.

They’ve responded as well as can be expected.�

Moylan said he is confident in the starting five and “probably the top eight,� he added. “We have really good athletes,� he said. “They run and play defense exceptionally well.�

Sophomore Griffin Jones will again play point guard. Moylan said seniors Brugh Moore and Mason Brown have done a great job leading the team and keeping everyone focused.

Brown received All-Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference honors at the end of last season and led the team with 181 points.

Brice Richins, a junior this year, was presented honorable mention accolades. He was second in scoring with 162 points. “They are just excited to play,�

Moylan said. “We’ve got a core group of kids that have been in the program for a few years. They have the knowledge, now it’s just about getting back into the flow.�

The goals are to have fun and improve every day, and of course, win a championship. “I want them to have a good time and enjoy competing, especially the kids who are seniors,� Moylan said.

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OC Fire Dept. cautions care in icy conditions (Feb. 5, 2021) As temperatures continue to drop and conditions of the bay change, the Ocean City Fire Department is reminding residents and visitors about the dangers of ice.

A frozen body of water has inherent dangers, which can occur regardless of how strong and thick the ice appears.

The OCFD is reminding citizens that ice on the bay, ponds, lakes and

lagoons is unsafe.

“Each year hundreds of people are injured in ice water accidents,” said Ocean City Fire Department Battalion Chief and Water Rescue Commander, David Peterson. “Many think that because the body of water has been frozen for a few days, they can ‘skate’ or play on the ice. It is important to understand that even though the ice may look strong and

safe, there is always the danger of falling through the ice and into frigid water.”

Parents are encouraged to talk to their children about the dangers of ice.

“Walking and playing on ice is inviting and appears to be fun, but it is important that children understand the dangers associated with

playing on ice,” Peterson added. “It’s important for children to know that there is no such thing as 100 percent safe ice. No ice is safe ice.”

Residents and visitors who are unsure if a frozen area of the bay, pond or lake is safe, contact the Maryland Department of Natural Resources at 1-877-620-8DNR before allowing any activity to take place on the ice.

Virtual ‘Retirement Bootcamp’ (Feb. 5, 2021) Beginning on Feb. 16, the Worcester County Public Libraries will host a virtual Retirement Bootcamp Series taught by Certified Financial Planner Robert Jeter, CFP, CRPC. The series of three classes will cover planning items specific to retiree’s or those near retirement. Topics covered will include: Planning for Success in Retirement, Social Security, and Managing Investments in Your Retirement Years.

The instructors, Eric Johnston, CFP® and Jeter, have a combined 35 years of experience in the financial industry. They have a wealth of knowledge and have dedicated themselves to helping people succeed in retirement years.

They currently provide retirement education several times a year to private

and public institutions across the Eastern Shore of Maryland and Delaware.

Their primary goal is to help make people aware of the challenges of investing in retirement and teach them suitable ways to overcome them.

First Class – “Retirement Success/Planning”: Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2-3 p.m.

Second Class – “Savvy Social Security”: Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2-3 p.m.

Third Class – “Retirement Investing”: Tuesday, March 2, 2-3 p.m.

More information on how to register for these classes will be available on https://worcesterlibrary.org, or contact Caitlin Bunting, relationship manager, at caitlinb@retireinfocus.com, or 410-677-4848.

PHOTO COURTESY OCEAN CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT

As temperatures continue to drop and conditions of the bay change, the Ocean City Fire Department is reminding residents and visitors that ice on the bay, ponds, lakes and lagoons is unsafe.

Dining Guide ■ PRICE RANGE: $, $$, $$$ ■ RESERVATIONS: Reservations accepted —————————————

DOWNTOWN

South end to 28th Street

■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE 15th Street and Baltimore Avenue, inside The Courtyard by Marriott 410-289-7192, www. captainstableoc.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Breakfast and lunch served Saturday, Sunday and Monday, 8 a.m. to noon and dinner and lite fare served Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Featuring seafood, steaks and poultry. Daily chef specials.

MIDTOWN

29th to 90th streets

■ 32 PALM Located in The Hilton,32nd Street, Ocean City 410-2892525, www.32palm.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar

Open daily, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Bar and lounge. Western Caribbean cuisine with a mix of traditional Eastern Shore favorites.

■ THE DOUGH ROLLER 41st Street and Coastal Highway 410-524-9254; 70th Street and Coastal Highway 410-524-7981, www.TheDoughRoller.com An Ocean City family tradition since 1980. Offering breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

From our buttermilk pancakes, fresh handmade dough pizza, and Italian dinners, we have something for everyone!

■ JOHNNY’S PIZZA PUB 56th Street, Ocean City 410723-5600, www.johnnyspizzapub.com $ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Featuring homemade pizzas, 18 gourmet pizzas, a variety of calzones, subs, burgers, sandwiches and jumbo wings with

20 different sauces. Open everyday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Dine in, pickup, carryout and delivery.

■ LONGBOARD CAFÉ 6701 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City 443-664-5639, www.longboardcafe.net $$-$$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Classic and creative American dishes and cocktails are showcased in a festive, surf-themed setting with weekly specials.

Featuring burgers, tacos, prime rib, seafood and more.

Closed on Tuesday. Dine-in and curbside pick-up.

■ MARLIN MOON Located in the Double Tree Hotel, 3301 Atlantic Ave., Ocean City 410-289-1201, www.marlinmoonocmd.com $$ Open Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m.to 10 p.m. Restaurant and bar with fresh seafood, small

plates, desserts and cocktails.

■ SEACRETS 49th Street, Ocean City 410524-4900, www.seacrets.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Open Thursday and Friday, 4 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. with Island atmosphere. Jamaican jerk chicken, appetizers, sandwiches, paninis, pizza and fresh seafood.

OCEAN PINES ■ CLUBHOUSE BAR AND GRILLE 100 Clubhouse Drive, Ocean Pines 410-641-7222, oceanpinesgolf.org/dining $$ | Full bar With sweeping views of the 18th hole, the new Clubhouse Bar and Grille serves freshly prepared breakfast and lunch items. Full bar. Open Thursday through Sunday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., weather permitting.

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

REAL ESTATE REPORT

Tips to prevent costly repairs during freezing temperatures

By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (Feb. 5, 2021) The National Association of Realtors published these tips for homeowners to help keep homes safe from freezing temperatures and avoid costly repairs.

• Open cabinet doors: This may seem unusual, but HouseLogic, a home maintenance and remodeling website operated by NAR, suggests opening any cabinet doors covering plumbing in the kitchen and bathroom during cold weather.

“This allows the home’s warm air to better circulate, which can help prevent the exposed piping from freezing,” the site notes. “While this won’t help much in pipes hidden in walls, ceilings, or under the home, it can keep water moving and limit the dangerous effects of freezing weather.”

• Insulate: Keep drapes and blinds closed except when windows are in direct sunlight. Also, cover window air conditioners and insulate electrical outlets and switches on exterior walls with foam seals, which are available at home centers.

Run paddle ceiling fans on low in reverse (clockwise when looking up) to help circulate more warm air.

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• Turn the faucets on inside: Turn the faucets on occasionally to keep water moving through your system and slow down the freezing process. Aim for about five drips per minute, suggests HouseLogic.

• Change filters on heaters: A heater needs to be checked annually to help prevent issues later on. Change your filters, especially if you haven’t done so in a while. A clogged filter can prevent heat from getting into the home.

• Check outdoor connections: Make sure any outdoor spigots on all hoses have been disconnected and the spigots have been turned off and drained.

• Shut off water immediately if pipes are frozen: If your pipes are already frozen, turn off the water immediately.

Close off any external water sources, such as garden hose hookups.

“This will prevent more water from filling the system, adding more ice to the pile, and eventually bursting your pipes—the worst-case scenario,” HouseLogic.com notes. “This will also help when the water thaws; the last thing you want after finally fixing your frozen pipes is for water to flood the system—and thus, your home.”

– Lauren Bunting is a licensed Associate Broker with Atlantic Shores Sotheby’s International Realty in Ocean City.

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SEACRETS 49th Street and the bay, Ocean City 410-524-4900 / www.seacrets.com Feb. 5: Stealing Savannah Duo, 5-9 p.m.

Feb. 6: Full Circle Duo, 5-9 p.m.

Feb. 11: Full Circle Duo, 4:30-8:30 p.m.

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Seacrets: Saturday, Feb. 6, 5-9 p.m. & Thursday, Feb. 11, 4:30-8:30 p.m.

12 Broad St., Berlin 410-641-1400 / www.globeberlin.com Feb. 5: The Runner Ups, 7 p.m.

Feb. 6: Opposite Directions, 7 p.m.

Feb. 7: Super Bowl on the Big Screen Feb. 8: Trivia with Bigler Feb. 10: Sean Loomis for Wing Night, 4-10 p.m.

Feb. 11: Ladies Night with Otto Grundman, 7-9 p.m.

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OBITUARIES MARJORIE BERNICE OGDEN Ocean Pines Marjorie Bernice Ogden, 97, died peacefully on Jan. 21, 2021, at her home in Ocean Pines, Maryland, after bravely battling cancer.

She was born on Nov. 12, 1923 in Richmond, Vermont, to Clayton and Cordelia (Charland) Pecor, the third of seven children, and is survived by one sister, Connie Lizear.

She was predeceased by her loving husband, Russell Ogden, and son, Ralph, as well as grandson, Edward McMullin.

She leaves behind daughter, Barbara Johnson; and sons, James Germaine (Rosanne) and Stephen Rounds (Becky); 13 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren and 39 greatgreat grandchildren.

She is also survived by caregivers, Jay Morgan and Michael Dunton, and her beloved canine friends, Lady and Prince.

As the matriarch of a large and lively family, Marjorie was known for

her feisty spirit and for her strength.

Margie was a fighter to the end; she will be missed and remembered by all who knew her.

A celebration of life is planned for the spring, in New York.

Condolences may be sent by visiting www.bishophastingsfh.com.

MARTIN MILLER Newark Martin (Marty) Miller of Newark, Maryland, passed away on Jan. 21, 2021.

He was born May 23, 1951, to Max Miller and Jeanne Mayer Miller in Sturgis, Michigan.

He is survived by his daughter, Michelle Humphress Martin Miller and husband, Ron; grandchildren, Jarrett and Macey; a stepson, Steve Hentschel and wife, Sandy; and sister, Cathy Miller from Michigan.

Marty was preceded in death by a son, Jason Miller.

Marty was a member of the Elks for 43 years and a life member; past exalted ruler Salisbury Elks Lodge #817; past district deputy grand exalted ruler Southeast District; past state president Maryland, Delaware and District of Columbia Elks Association; and past Grand Lodge committee member.

During his tenure on the Americanism Committee for the Grand Lodge, he rewrote the Americanism manual, still used by all lodges today.

He was also a member of SAL American Legion Post 123 Berlin and a member of Lion’s Club in Berlin.

He had been in construction since moving to Ocean City in 1974, and his work can be seen all over the local area.

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HOROSCOPE ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, your ideas may seem a bit fantastical to the people who are closest to you. It could be time to expand your reach a little bit and pitch your thoughts to others.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 A financial surprise may require extra attention early in the week, Taurus.

Take a step back and look at things from a new perspective as you try to adjust.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, expressing how you feel to someone special is key to your personal growth this week. Don’t hesitate to share your thoughts and open yourself up.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, sometimes routines can be a good thing — even if you feel as though change is needed. Knowing what to expect when other things are off-kilter can be comforting.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

POLICE/COURTS

Car chase A relatively slow car chase ensued at noon last Wednesday when a police officer patrolling the Assateague Road and Pheasant Road area clocked a white Lexus traveling 9 mph over the speed limit.

When the Worcester Criminal Enforcement Team officer turned on emergency lights in an attempt to pull the speeder over, the Lexus kept driving, police said.

Ignoring sirens as the Lexus approached Airport drive, the officer called for backup and continued to pursue the driver of the Lexus.

Police said the car was rapidly changing lanes and swerving, causing nearby cars to break suddenly and swerve out of the way. Then, according to the police report, Lexus was speeding down Route 611, past Old Bridge road, and swerved onto Route 50 east, ran the Keyser Point road stop light, almost causing a crash, and finally came to a stop on the right shoulder of Route 50.

The driver, later identified as Roderick Collier, 30, of Pocomoke, then got out of the stopped car and was arrested without incident.

An inspection of the vehicle revealed small clear baggies on the cen-

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ter console and suspected cocaine on the console and throughout the Lexus.

Officers also found more baggies, a scale, multiple cell phones, a loaded Hi-Point .45 caliber firearm, loose ammo, and another loaded magazine. Based on a previous felony distribution conviction (for marijuana), Collier is prohibited from possessing a firearm.

Collier now faces a long list of charges, including illegal weapons possession charges, possession with intent to distribute narcotics, felony firearms use for drug trafficking, multiple traffic charges, fleeing police, and a host of additional related charges.

Bench warrant Anthony Mario Luigi Amedori, 31, no fixed address, was able to elude police officers after they obtained probable cause for his involvement in a second-degree assault on a hospitality worker on Jan. 19 at 7:45 p.m.

When police responded to a report of an assault at a north Ocean City restaurant, they found the victim who, while on the clock during dinner service, had a confrontation with a violent customer, later identified as Amedori.

Restaurant workers are encouraged

to get troublesome patrons out of the building in the kindest way possible, so when Amedori, sitting at the bar, began talking to himself and shouting profanities, the victim asked Amedori to leave, according to police. That’s when Amedori allegedly turned violent.

In addition to shouting profanities, Amedori then punched his victim in the face, police said. Rather than escalating the situation, the victim called the police while Amedori fled, with his dog, in a red Subaru Outback.

Police found the empty car on a property in north Ocean City, but when they knocked on the door, they got no response. A summons and warrant has been issued for Amedori’s arrest.

Parking lot intruder Ocean City police were dispatched to a parking lot on 121st street last Friday after receiving reports of a trespasser, later identified as Walter Everett, 58, no fixed address.

Everett, who was said to be sleeping under “No Trespassing” signs, confirmed his identity when he was awakened by officers, and was arrested without incident. There was no indication of drug or alcohol involvement, police said.

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A supervisor may ask you to take the lead on a project that is right in your wheelhouse, Leo. Put in the extra effort to help ensure the results will be top notch.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Your perception may be altered through a sudden modification in the way you think, Virgo. This can be a refreshing change for you and open up new possibilities.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, facilitate conversations with new people to broaden your opportunities for social interaction. This may lead to friendships or even promising business opportunities.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Thoughts may pop in and out of your mind, Scorpio. The trick is to figure out how to weed out the pertinent ideas from the fluff. Ask others to weigh in if need be.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Emotions run high between you and your partner this week, Sagittarius.

Enjoy the ride as this outpouring of emotions will strengthen your bond.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Sometimes others do not even need to speak for you to infer what they are feeling, Capricorn. This is a good gift to have and can bring you closer to those around you.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, a recognition of your specific talents and skills is conveyed to you by others. It may inspire you to work on a new project or change departments.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Knowing and expressing just how you feel can help you to troubleshoot areas that need a bit of modification, Pisces. Be honest with yourself.

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OBITUARIES Continued from Page 34 would make it work and help anyone that needed something done.

A gathering of family and friends was held at the Burbage Funeral Home on Jan. 30, 2021. Burial will be held at a later date at the Evergreen Cemetery in Berlin, Maryland.

Arrangements are in the care of The Burbage Funeral Home. Masks and social distancing are required.

Condolences may be sent to the family via www.burbagefuneralhome.com.

MELISSA BETH MAIOLO BETTS Berlin Melissa Beth Maiolo Betts, age 61, died Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021, at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin, Maryland. Born in Passaic, New Jersey, she was the daughter of John Maiolo and the late Geraldine Maiolo.

She is survived by her husband, David Betts; daughter, Chelsea Cooke; son, Marshall Betts; sister, Camilla Heffernan; Melissa Betts brother, Alan Maiolo; grandchildren, Caroline and Connor Cooke, and multiple nieces and nephews.

Melissa attended Riverdell Regional High School in New Jersey.

After moving to Ocean Pines in 1997, she worked as a medical billing coder for Atlantic General Hospital for over 20 years.

Melissa enjoyed spending time with her AGH family, summer weekends at the beach, and being with her grandchildren. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, amazing grandmother, and everyone’s best friend.

She will be missed deeply by her family, countless friends, and her AGH family.

Cremation followed her death. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.

A donation in her memory may be made to: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place Plaza, Memphis, Tennesse 38105.

Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin, Maryland.

BARBARA CATHERINE LINDSEY Ocean Pines Barbara Catherine Lindsey passed away on Jan. 4, 2021.

She was a Loudoun County native born on Feb. 7, 1944 to Duke and Louisa Lindsey, formerly of Southwest, Virginia.

Barbara grew up on a working farm in Barbara Lindsey Lucketts, Virginia.

She was surrounded by her brothers and a sister.

Together they worked many hours attending duties on the farm. Barbara performed such tasks as milking

cows, caring for animals and driving tractors.

This experience shaped her outlook and provided a toughness that would serve her well later in life.

She attended Loudoun County High School in the late 1950’s. She married and settled in the local area.

Barbara was an exemplary homemaker, who could cook, sew and decorate on a limited budget.

She played with the Loudoun Women’s softball league in the 1960’s and enjoyed the outdoors.

She drove a school bus for Loudoun County School system in the 1960’s and worked in real estate in the 70’s.

She was employed by Xerox corporation from 1980 until her retirement.

She was married to William Zawawki for over 30 years and they shared a happy life together until his death in 2017.

She was a longtime resident of Ocean Pines, where she had many friends and really enjoyed living.

Barbara was passionate about the treatment of animals and was active in the American Humane Society.

She is survived by her two sons, Mark and Steven Crosen; her brothers, Lennie, Tommy and Timmy Lindsey; her sisters, Mary and Martha James; her grandchildren, Tim, Kelsey, John and Robert Crosen; her stepchildren, Mike, Erica

and Jennifer Zawacki; and her greatgrandchild, Waverly, and countless nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.

She is predeceased by her loving sister, Fern Jenkins and her brother, Bobby James.

She will be missed by all. Due to the unusual circumstances at present time, a Celebration of Life has been postpone until a future date.

JEANNE I. DONOVAN Ocean Pines Jeanne I. Donovan, 89, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family after a brief illness, on Jan. 16, 2021.

Born in Astoria, New York to John Michael and Jane (Smith) Donovan, she was the fifth of six children.

She moved to Washington, D.C. in Jeanne Donovan the late 60s to work as a court reporter for her brother’s company, Acme Reporting Company.

She launched her own successful court reporting business in 1980. She retired in 1993 and moved to Ocean Pines, Maryland, where she became instrumental in the nonprofit 501c3 organization, Town Cats of Ocean City, Maryland.

She was an avid reader of Chris-

tian theology and mystery thrillers, enjoyed following local and national politics, and had a great love for all animals, mostly cats.

A devoted aunt to Robert (“Robbie”) Donovan, she is survived by three nieces, five nephews and several grandnieces and grandnephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11 a.m. on Feb. 8, 2021, at St. John Neumann Church, 11211 Beauchamp Road, Ocean Pines, Maryland, with interment immediately following at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 32112 Vines Creek Rd, Dagsboro, Delaware.

Donations may be made to: Town Cats, P.O. Box 1405, Ocean Pines, Maryland 21811 in her name.

RYAN LEE BATMAN Ocean City/Milford On Jan. 5 2021, our Lord and Savior called home one of his children, Ryan Lee Batman, beloved son of Lee D. Batman (Deirdra) and Deborah Filanowski-Craven.

Born in New London, raised in Milford, Ryan worked, played, loved life and enjoyed the company Ryan Batman of his many great friends and family.

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OBITUARIES Continued from Page 35 tant superintendent, making many new friends, before returning to Milford, where he would be closer to his family, friends, Fenway Park, MetLife Stadium and Long Island Sound.

Smart, funny, outgoing, charming and personable, Ryan will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed until we’re all reunited again in Paradise.

In addition to his parents, Ryan is survived by his godson, Giovanni Fuentes; sisters, Shannon (Joe) Craven, Hailee (Zach) Womer, Hannah Eccard, Heather Lafolette, Hilary Hickman, Kelli (Chris) Sargeant, Becki (Bobby) Macchia, and Erica (Eli) Burnham; brothers, Tim “T” Craven, Pat Tolland and Mike and Matt Fuentes; his aunt, Lynne Brown (Tom Kopchak); and uncles, Bob (Gabriella) Batman, Dave (Natalie) Batman and Phil (Ann Marie) Craven, and many dear cousins, nieces, nephews, great aunts and uncles and friends.

Ryan was predeceased by his loving grandparents, Linwood and June Batman, Robert Filanowski and Frances Filanowski-Stiewing-Lemay, and Croft and Ann Craven.

“I live on in a song of a bird, the scent of a rose, a kind spoken word; I live on in the dew of the grass, the warmth of the sun, a smile as you pass; I live on in the beautiful things that fill your heart with joy and give your heart wings; I live on, yes, my spirit is near, if only you look you will find I’m still here.”

Services will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: St. Jude Children’s Hospital or Drug Free Kids, or a charity of choice.

The family is being compassionately cared for by the staff at Cody-White Funeral Home 107 Broad Street, Milford, Connecticut 06460. To leave online condolences, please visit www.codywhitefuneralservice.com.

JANET LUCILLE FISHER Ocean City Janet Lucille Fisher, age 71, of Ocean City, Maryland, died Monday, Jan. 25, 2021 at home.

She was born on Feb. 26, 1949 in Washington, D.C. and was the daughter of the late Louis R. and Helen (Rolfes) Granzow.

Janet had an unwavering faith in God that remained steadfast until the very end. She was a dedicated member of St. Luke Catholic Church, St.

Peter’s Choir and Bell Choir.

Janet also volunteered in the Open Kettle and for St. Luke’s Caregivers.

Janet’s educational journey was one of admiration and passion. She attended Prince George’s Community College, where she received with Honors, her AsJanet Fisher sociates Degrees in Accounting and Nursing.

Janet maintained her education throughout her life and also attended the College of Notre Dame in Baltimore, University of Maryland University College, University of Maryland College Park, and Wor-Wic Community College.

In the fire department, Janet had a very distinguished career as a leader, mentor and caregiver.

Janet became a member of the Mount Rainier Volunteer Fire Department at age 24, where she eventually served as a lieutenant, as well as a lifetime member of the Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company.

She was the vice chair of the Maryland State Fireman’s Association Safety Committee and a Maryland First Responder Charter Member.

Janet received many awards during her fire career including the Distinguished Service Award from the Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company.

Janet loved children with her whole heart and spent many years at home providing childcare to neighbors and close relatives.

She was very active in her children’s schooling and was recognized and awarded Outstanding Parent of the Year from Mount Rainier Elementary School.

Janet also had a great passion for photography and traveling with her husband. Her heart was happiest at the beach near the water, which is where she remained, until her passing into the next life.

She is survived by her husband of 49 years, John E. Fisher III, of Ocean City, Maryland; daughter, Jennifer (Michael) Hickman of Berlin, Maryland; two sons, John E. Fisher IV of Lawrenceville, Georgia, and Jason (Kristen) Fisher of Bowie, Maryland; three brothers, Richard Granzow of Dares Beach, Maryland, Martin Granzow of Montgomery County, Maryland, and James Granzow of Lakeland, Florida; three sisters, Ellen

Kight of Ocean City, Maryland, Kristine Beach of Port Charlotte, Florida, and Mary Klischer of Saint Leonard, Maryland; two grandchildren, Kendall and Jakob Fisher.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Karl Granzow Sr. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, Jan. 30, 2021, at St. Luke Catholic Church in Ocean City, Maryland with Father Paul Jennings officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to: Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733, Salisbury, Maryland 21802.

Condolences may be sent by visiting www.bishophastingsfh.com.

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Calendar Submit calendar items to: editor@oceancitytoday.net.

Submission deadline is 5 p.m. Monday, the week of publication. Local submissions have priority. Area event listings are subject to space availability.

for delicious weekly meals. Covering stretching meals creatively, flavor combinations, kitchen organization and simple strategies for one or a crowd.

Register: worcesterlibrary.org under events.

VIRTUAL COVID-19 TOWN HALL MEETING OPEN SKATE

Sat., Feb. 6 DRIVE-THRU FRIED CHICKEN DINNER

Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church, 36536 Mount Pleasant Road, 11:00 AM. Menu includes 4-piece fried chicken (breast, wing, thigh and drumstick), green beans, mashed potatoes, gravy, coleslaw, apple sauce, roll and cupcake.

Cost is $14 each. Stay in your vehicle and use the east driveway. 410-835-8340

OPEN SKATE

Worcester County Recreation Center, 6030 Public Landing Road, 12:00 PM 7:00 PM. Cost is $2 per person for all skaters and skate observers. Price includes skate rental, 45 minutes of skate time and reserves your time slot. Time slots available each hour on the hour and are limited to 15 people. Participants must call ahead: 410-632-2144.

Allen Swiger, aswiger@marylandscoast.org, 410-632-2144, Ext. 2520

‘CREATIVE KIDS’ FREE ART CLASS

Ocean City Center for the Arts, 502 94th St., 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM. Lindsey Winters, art teacher at Showell Elementary School, will lead children, ages 6 and older, in a fun art making session using a variety of mixed media. All materials provided. Masks required. Advance registration required: 410-524-9433 or www.ArtLeagueofOceanCity.org/Classes .

FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET

Saturdays - White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Shop for everything from fresh local produce to unique handmade artisan goods. Open to the public.

Sun., Feb. 7 SUPER BOWL SCRAMBLE

Eagle’s Landing Golf Course, 12367 Eagles Nest Road. The event is a 4-player scramble. A tailgate party will begin at 9 a.m. followed by a shotgun start at 10 a.m. Cost is $60 and includes green fees, cart, tailgate party, Throw the Bomb on the third hole and Melanie’s Blitz Soup served at half time. Call 410-213-7277 or email Robert Croll at RCroll@oceancitymd.gov to sign up. http://www.eagleslandinggolf.com/golf-extras

OPEN SKATE

Worcester County Recreation Center, 6030 Public Landing Road, 12:00 PM -

7:00 PM. Cost is $2 per person for all skaters and skate observers. Price includes skate rental, 45 minutes of skate time and reserves your time slot. Time slots available each hour on the hour and are limited to 15 people. Participants must call ahead: 410-632-2144.

Allen Swiger, aswiger@marylandscoast.org, 410-632-2144, Ext. 2520

Mon., Feb. 8 INTERACTIVE STORY TIME - ANIMALS EVERYWHERE

Meeting via Zoom, 10:30 AM. Join in the animal antics with Ms. Kathy’s favorite animal stories. For children ages 2-5 years. Register: www.worcesterlibrary.org under events.

Worcester County Recreation Center, 6030 Public Landing Road, 12:00 PM 7:00 PM. Cost is $2 per person for all skaters and skate observers. Price includes skate rental, 45 minutes of skate time and reserves your time slot. Time slots available each hour on the hour and are limited to 15 people. Participants must call ahead: 410-632-2144.

Allen Swiger, aswiger@marylandscoast.org, 410-632-2144, Ext. 2520

Wed., Feb. 10 HERBAL HEALING

Meeting via Zoom, 2:00 PM. Join certified Therapeutic Herbalist Michaela Eggers for an exploration in plant medicine. Register: worcesterlibrary.org under events.

TRAVELING THROUGH BOOKS WITH KIKI AND FIFI

DIVERSE JUVENILE NON-FICTION BOOK TALK

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING

SIT ‘N STITCH

Held via Facebook, 2:00 PM. Another fun-filled, laugh-out-load episode of the popular book talk show. Episode 5 takes participants through books to England, New York and Australia.

Meeting via conference call, 6:00 PM 6:30 PM. Dial 605-472-5789, wait for voice command, then press 944874.

TOPS is a weekly support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. Berlin group No. 169.

Rose Campion, 410-641-0157

Tues., Feb. 9 FREE VIRTUAL LUNCH AND LEARN EVENT

Featuring “Adventures of Being an Artist” with Joanne Guilfoil, who is featured in the Spotlight Gallery at Ocean City Center for the Arts, January-February 2021. Held 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM. Register: www.artleagueofoceancity.org or 410-524-9433.

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP

Meeting via video call, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Group provides discussions and mutual support, as well as education on exercise, nutrition, coping techniques, medications and developments in treatment. Kay Kinnikin, kkinnikin@atlanticgeneral.org, 410-641-4765, http://www.delmarvaparkinsonsalliance.org

SIMPLIFY WEEKLY MEAL PLANNING

Meeting via Zoom, 6:00 PM. In this class learn tips, strategies and recipes

County to learn more about applying for financial aid and how to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Visit the events section of www.worwic.edu to register.

Meeting via Facebook, 3:30 PM. Find out about new, diverse and inclusive juvenile non-fiction books available at the Worcester County Library. For ages 8-12 years. No registration required.

Meeting via Zoom, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM. Drop in and join others for an afternoon of knitting, crocheting and other needle arts. Bring your own materials. Register: worcesterlibrary.org under events.

Thurs., Feb. 11 OPEN SKATE

Worcester County Recreation Center, 6030 Public Landing Road, 12:00 PM 7:00 PM. Cost is $2 per person for all skaters and skate observers. Price includes skate rental, 45 minutes of skate time and reserves your time slot. Time slots available each hour on the hour and are limited to 15 people. Participants must call ahead: 410-632-2144.

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WORCESTER FINANCIAL AID INFO SESSION

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Worcester County Health Department Public Affairs Officer Travis Brown will offer a brief presentation on COVID-19 vaccine and testing efforts locally, and he will answer questions, 6:00 PM 7:00 PM. Worcester County Commissioner Chip Bertaino will also be available for questions. Email advance questions to info@oceanpines.org. To join the town hall, use the invite link: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetupjoin/19%3ameeting_NTY5NmI4YjUtZW IxNS00ZTNhLWEzYWQtMGU0MDNh Nzk2NmYz%40thread.v2/0?context=% 7b%22Tid%22%3a%22625a6322-2b2f40fa-94f8d7dd44d78153%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a %221bbee60b-d4e0-49eb-b4c6d257cae7f063%22%7d. For a brief video tutorial on how to join a Microsoft Teams meeting, visit https://youtu.be/AL-OD3_yaOA. The town hall will be recorded and posted to the Ocean Pines website within 24 hours. For the latest COVID-19 news and information as it relates to the Ocean Pines community, visit https://www.oceanpines.org/covid-19announcements-and-closings. For the latest information from the Worcester County Health Department, visit www.worcesterhealth.org.

TEEN DISCORD GAMING SESSION

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HOMEBUYERS SEMINAR

Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, 7:00 PM. Presented by Jessica Gresczyk from Engel & Volkers Real Estate and Esther Lakernick from First Choice Lending. Mask required.

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ONGOING EVENTS ST. PATRICK’S DAY GOLF & DINNER

The Delmarva Whiskey Club will hold their 7th annual charity golf event on March 20 at the Bayside Resort Golf Club, Selbyville, Del. The event will feature a shotgun start at 11:30 a.m. and followed by a sit-down pairing of fine food and high-end Irish whiskey at 6:30 p.m. Proceeds will benefit Semper K9.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2021

ORDINANCE 20 021 1 -01 TOWN O F OCEAN N C IT TY O PERA ATING BUDG GET T FISC CAL YEA AR 202 21 BE IT ENACTED AND ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of Ocean City, Maryland, that the following fund revenue and departmental expenditures, together with certain restrictions and authorizations are adopted: General Fund

1 ST READING

General Fund

1 ST READING

AMENDMENT # 1 1

AMENDMEN T # 1 1

F Y - 2 021 1 A.

F Y - 2 021 1

Anticipated Revenue: Property Taxes

B. Anticipated Expenditures: $

Other Taxes

44,245,828

General Government

19,869,157

Public Safety

$

4,194,874 39,129,658

Licenses and Permits

4,340,717

General Public Works/Beach Maintenance

6,016,658

Revenue From Other Agencies

6,238,674

Sanitation and Waste Removal

6,651,381

Charges For Current Services

9,423,543

Highways and Streets

5,861,131

Fines and Forfeitures

1,389,400

Economic Development - Tourism

7,637,286

Culture and Recreation

8,294,600

Other Revenue

839,064

Prior Year Reserves Total Revenue

2,431,506 $

88,777,889

Debt Service

5,197,727

Total Expenditures

$

82,983,315

To Transportation Fund

1,387,206

To Airport Fund

135,843

To Convention Center Total Revenue

$

88,777,889

and Other Financing Sources

To Capital Projects Total Expenditures

Co C onnve enntiio onn W Waate err

Trraannssp po orrtaatiio onn

Service Charges

$

6,697,495 $

Aiirrp po orrt

C Co ou urrsse e

2,973,676 $

1,253,431 $

14,325,179 $

1,107,727 $

2,232,134

0

0

191,400

0

0

Grants/Build America Bond Subsidy

0

1,445,782

1,766,296

0

2,717,770

0

Food and Beverage Tax

0

0

1,540,000

0

0

0

90,553

116,000

97,290

65,395

131,898

7,602

$

0 6,897,668 $

1,387,206 5,922,664 $

1,531,525 6,188,542 $

0 14,581,974 $

135,843 4,093,238 $

0 2,239,736

$

2,175,451 $

2,984,568 $

2,959,491 $

4,119,104 $

357,728 $

1,149,003

3,036,806

2,870,096

1,590,125

3,962,211

884,606

1,078,510

Capital Outlay

825,000

68,000

0

2,549,272

2,769,865

12,223

Debt Service

860,411

0

1,569,121

3,951,387

81,039

0

Transfer-In From General Fund Total Revenue Anticipated Expenditures: Personal Services Non-Personal Services

Transfer to Reserves Total Expenditures

0 6,897,668 $

$

0 5,922,664 $

69,805 6,188,542 $

0 14,581,974 $

0 4,093,238 $

0 2,239,736

Information

Service

Ve ehicle

Ri sk

Pen sion &

Capi tal

Technology

Cen ter

Trustt

Managemen t

OPEB Trustt

Projje ects

Anticipated Revenue: Charges to Other Funds

$

8,339,700 $

0

Investment Earnings/Other

0

0

0

38,380

5,770,000

0

Employee Contributions

0

0

0

0

2,012,000

0

Sale of Capital Assets/Lease Rev

0

0

526,009

0

0

0

Insurance Claim Payments

0

0

31,819

0

0

0

5,225

0

564,336

0

0

Prior Year Reserves General Fund Contribution Total Revenue B.

W Waasste ewaate err

109,620

Prior Year Reserves

A.

G Go ollff

C Ce ennte err

Anticipated Revenue: Capacity/Impact Fees

B.

2,740,000 88,777,889

$

and Other Financing Uses

Enterprise Funds: A.

1,531,525

2,277,887 $

4,714,893 $

3,234,856 $

0 4,357,020 $

2,537,707 $

0 2,576,087 $

0

$

0 2,283,112 $

0 4,714,893 $

0 16,121,700 $

3,000,000 3,000,000

$

1,097,683 $

1,748,702 $

1,185,429

2,966,191

1,003,432

2,208,472

1,045,000

0 $

0 0

Debt Service

0

0

986,372

0

0

0

Capital Outlay

0

0

2,367,216

0

0

0

Benefit Payments

0

0

0

0

9,650,000

0

Transfer to Reserves

0

0

0

80,000

5,426,700

Anticipated Expenditures: Personal Services Non-Personal Services

Capital Projects Total Expenditures

$

0 2,283,112 $

0 4,714,893 $

0 $

0 4,357,020 $

287,615 $

0 2,576,087 $

0 16,121,700 $

0 3,000,000 3,000,000

Special Authorization - Budget Manager The Budget Manager shall be authorized to reallocate departmental appropriations among the various objects of expenditures as she deems necessary.

Such changes shall be approved by the Finance Administrator & City Manager Restrictions - City Manager: A.

The utilization of any contingency appropriation shall be accomplished only with prior authorization from the Mayor and Council.

B.

Utilization of appropriations established in the Capital Improvement Fund may be accomplished only with the express approval of the Mayor and Council.

Tax Rate: An Ad Valorem Tax Rate of $0.4559 per $100 of assessed valuation of real property and a rate of $1.14 per $100 of assessed valuation of corporate and personal property tax is required to fund this budget.

INTRODUCED at a meeting of the City Council of Ocean City, Maryland held on February 1, 2021 SECOND READING of this ordinance shall be held at a meeting of the Mayor and City Council on February 16, 2021

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FEBRUARY 5, 2021 JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842

FORECLOSURE SALE

300 ROBIN DRIVE, #311 OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND By virtue of a Statement of Lien recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and pursuant to an Order of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland in Case No. C-23-CV-20000157, the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction in front of the condominium building located at 300 Robin Drive, Ocean City, Maryland 21842, on FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2021 AT 9:00 AM ALL that property lying and being situate in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, more particularly designated and distinguished as Unit No. 311 in the KEY WEST VILLAS CONDOMINIUM, together with an undivided percentage interest in the common elements thereof, as established pursuant to a Condominium Declaration and ByLaws, dated April 21, 1986, and recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, in Liber W.C.L. No. 1298, folio 337, et seq., and pursuant also to the plats described in said Declaration, and recorded among the aforesaid Land Records in Plat Book W.C.L. No. 111, folio 13, et seq., and pursuant to all subsequently recorded Amendments.

The property will be sold in an AS IS condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, with no warranties or guarantees, and will be sold subject to a Deed of Trust recorded among the aforesaid Land Records in Liber No. 2831, folio 560, said Deed of Trust having had an original principal balance of $38,475.00 on March 25, 2000. The Trustee reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

Terms of Sale: A deposit in the amount of Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00) will be required at the time of sale, such deposit to be in a cashier=s or bank check, with the balance to be paid in cash at time of settlement. The date of settlement shall be fifteen (15) days after final ratification by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, time being of the essence; otherwise, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser, or in any manner designated by the Trustee; or, without forfeiting deposit, the Seller may exercise any of its legal or equitable rights against the defaulting purchaser.

The undersigned reserves the right to waive the deposit requirements as to the purchaser representing the interest of the party secured by the Statement of Lien. Real property taxes, wastewater charges, and condominium dues will be adjusted to

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Ocean City Today / Public Notices the date of sale and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. All costs of conveyancing, including transfer and recordation taxes, shall be paid by the purchaser. The purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining possession of the property. Purchaser agrees to pay to the Seller an Attorney=s fee of $275.00 for review of any motion which may be filed with the Court to substitute a purchaser herein. In the event the undersigned is unable to convey marketable title, the sale will be null and void and the purchaser=s sole remedy will be the return of the deposit without interest.

For more information, call: James E. Clubb, Jr. Trustee 410-289-2323 OCD-1/21/3t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF PASSAGE OF BILL 21-1 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Bill 21-1 (Zoning – Height regulations in the A-1 and A-2 Agricultural Districts) was passed by Commissioners Church, Elder, Mitrecic, Nordstrom and Purnell on January 5, 2021.

A fair summary of the bill is as follows: §ZS 1-201(e)(1). (Adds a new subsection to establish a special exception provision for the increase in the height of residential accessory structures in the A-1 Agricultural District.) §ZS 1-202(e)(1). (Adds a new subsection to establish a special exception provision for the increase in the height of residential accessory structures in the A-2 Agricultural District.)

This bill becomes effective fortyfive (45) days from the date of its passage.

This is only a fair summary of the bill. A full copy of the bill is posted on the Legislative Bulletin Board in the main hall of the Worcester County Government Center outside Room 1103, is available for public inspection in Room 1103 of the Worcester County Government Center once County Government Offices are opened to the public. In the interim, a full copy of the bill is available on the County Website at www.co.worcester.md.us.

THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-1/21/3t _________________________________ MORGAN A. FISHER ESQ. WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON, LLP 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE

OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 18561 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF MANFRED E. GERSBACH Notice is given that Joan M. Gersbach, 13217 Colonial Road, Ocean City, MD 21842, was on January 14, 2021 appointed Personal Represen-

tative of the estate of Manfred E. Gersbach who died on November 5, 2020, 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 July, 2021.

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, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine 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.

Joan M. Gersbach Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: January 21, 2021 OCD-1/21/3t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 18550 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF DIANNE CHRISTY TULL AKA: DIANNE C. TULL Notice is given that Bryan Christopher Tull, 625 Oxford Street, Pocomoke City, MD 21851, was on January 08, 2021 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Dianne Christy Tull who died on February 26, 2020, 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 July, 2021.

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, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine 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.

Bryan Christopher Tull Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: January 21, 2021 OCD-1/21/3t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 18557 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF BARBARA LOU MALINOWSKI Notice is given that John C. Malinowski III 43 Hingham Lane, Berlin, MD 21811, was on January 11, 2021 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Barbara Lou Malinowski who died on March 17, 2020, 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 12th day of July, 2021.

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, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine 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,

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John C. Malinowski III Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: January 21, 2021 OCD-1/21/3t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 18558 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF LYNN RUSSELL WODKINS Notice is given that Jo Ann Scott, 3250 Johnson Road, Pocomoke City, MD 21851, was on January 13, 2021 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Lynn Russell Wodkins who died on December 15, 2020, 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 July, 2021.

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, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine 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.

Jo Ann Scott Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: January 21, 2021

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NOTICE

OF PROPOSED CHANGE IN ZONING NORTHERLY SIDE OF OCEAN GATEWAY EAST OF OLD BRIDGE ROAD TENTH TAX DISTRICT WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Pursuant to Section 1-113 of the Worcester County Zoning Ordinance, Rezoning Case No. 431 has been filed by Hugh Cropper, IV on behalf of COF Investment Group, LLC, property owner, for an amendment to the Official Zoning Maps to change approximately 1.2 acres of land consisting of three separate segments on the overall parcel which totals 5.46 acres, located on the northerly side of US Route 50 (Ocean Gateway), east of MD Route 707 (Old Bridge Road) in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland, from R-2 Suburban Residential District and RP Resource Protection District to C-2 General Commercial District. The Planning Commission has given a favorable recommendation to the rezoning application.

Pursuant to Sections 1-113 and 1114 of the Worcester County Zoning Ordinance, the County Commissioners will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2021 AT 10:30 AM IN THE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MEETING ROOM WORCETER COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER – ROOM 1101 ONE WEST MARKET STREET SNOW HILL, MARYLAND 21863 At said public hearing the County Commissioners will consider the rezoning application, the staff file on Rezoning Case No. 431 and the recommendation of the Planning Commission, any proposed restrictions on the rezoning, other appropriate restrictions, conditions or limitations as may be deemed by them to be appropriate to preserve, improve, or protect the general character and design of the lands and improvements being zoned or rezoned or of the surrounding or adjacent lands and improvements, and the advisability of reserving the power and authority to approve or disapprove the design of buildings, construction, landscaping or other improvements, alterations and changes made or to be made on the subject land or lands to assure conformity with the intent and purpose of applicable State laws and regulations and the County Zoning Ordinance.

Maps of the petitioned area, the staff file on Rezoning Case No. 431 and the Planning Commission’s recommendation, which will be entered into record at the public hearing, are on file and available to view elec-

tronically by contacting the Department of Development, Review and Permitting, Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Room 1201, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863 Monday through Friday from 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M. (except holidays), at (410) 632-1200 as well as www.co.worcester.md.us.

THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-1/28/2t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF PUBLIC HEARINGS BOARD OF PORT WARDENS Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 106, “Waterways,” Article II – “Shoreline Development” of the Code of the Town of Ocean City, Maryland, hereinafter referred to as the Code, same being the Port Wardens Ordinance of Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that public hearings will be conducted in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland.

Thursday, February 11, 2021 2 PM via Zoom When: Feb 11, 2021 02:00 PM Eastern Time Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/836524 45476 Or Telephone: Dial (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 301 715 8592 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 646 876 9923 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 408 638 0968 or +1 669 900 6833 Webinar ID: 836 5244 5476 PW 20-080 A request has been submitted to install 3 pilings, a 4’x5’ pier extension to existing pier. Install a 5’x20’ platform adjacent to an existing platform of same size. Install two pilings to accommodate the installation of an 8000lb boat lift. Maximum channelward extension of 30’.

The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 14127 CAINE STABLE RD UNIT E Parcel # 7097A-5A in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

OWNER/APPLICANT: MITCHELL BUTTA PW 20-01 A request has been submitted to install one (1) 10’ x 17’ PWC float, maximum channelward extension of 17’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 724 S SURF RD UNIT 1 Parcel # 9544A-1 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: HIDDEN OAK FARM, LLC. OWNER: DARREN BERNSTEIN PW 21-02 A request has been submitted to demo existing structures

FEBRUARY 5, 2021 and install 88’ of replacement vinyl bulkhead, a 6’x 40’ pier, two (2) boat lifts, two (2) PWC lifts with all associated poles. Maximum channelward extension of 42’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 8601 CARIBBEAN DR Parcel # 0089A-3 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: HIDDEN OAK FARM, LLC. OWNER: JOHN S GONZALEZ SR. REVOCABLE TRUST PW 21-03 A request has been submitted to install one (1) boat lift with all associated poles to an existing pier, maximum channelward extension of 16’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 767 94TH ST Parcel # 9626 -767 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: HIDDEN OAK FARM, LLC. APPLICANT: THOMAS KNEELAND PW 21-04 A request has been submitted to replace an existing 5’ x 20’ pier with a 5’ x 25’ pier and to install one (1) boat lift with all associated poles, maximum channelward extension of 25’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 600 DORY RD UNIT 7 Parcel # 9051 -7 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: HIDDEN OAK FARM, LLC. OWNER: GARY & JANET GAMBARANI PW 21-06 A request has been submitted to install a 10K Magnum boat lift to existing dock and pilings, maximum channelward extension 33’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 609 S PACIFIC AVE Parcel # 9974 -33 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT/OWNER: CHRISTOPHER SHANAHAN PW 21-07 A request has been submitted to install 60’ of replacement vinyl bulkhead 18” channelward of existing bulkhead and to install a new PWC lift on south side of bulkhead, including one pile. Maximum channelward extenstion 7’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 10614 POINT LOOKOUT RD Parcel # 1727A-38 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

OWNER: AMANDIO MORAIS APPLICANT: OCEAN SERVICES OF DE., INC. PW 21-08 A request has been submitted to install a 5’ x 14’ 6” perpendicular pier and install 3 associated piles with a boat lift, maximum channelward extension of 20’6”. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 144 CAPTAINS QUARTERS RD UNIT A Parcel # 3738A-126B in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

OWNER: JOSEPH ADDIS APPLICANT: OCEAN SERVICES OF DE., INC. PW 21-09 A request has been submitted to install 40’ of replacement vinyl bulkhead 18” channelward of existing bulkhead, to install a 5’x25’ perpendicular pier with 2 associated mooring piles, to install one (1) boatlift and two (2) jet ski lifts, maximum channelward extension of 27’.

FEBRUARY 5, 2021 The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 627 GULF STREAM DR Parcel # 8020A1472B- in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

OWNER: MATTHEW RIEMER APPLICANT: OCEAN SERVICES OF DE., INC. PW 21-010 A request has been submitted to install one (1) boat lift on existing piles a maximum of 10’ of existing bulkhead/MHW/MLW. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 303 WHITE HERON CT Parcel # 5313A38 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

OWNER: SCOTT BELL APPLICANT: J. STACEY HART & ASSOCIATES, INC. PW 21-011 A request has been submitted to construct a 5’x14’ pier onto an existing 5’x30’ pier, maximum channelward extension of 50’ of existing bulkhead/MHW/MLW. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 173 PINE TREE RD Parcel # 8020A1316B- in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

OWNER: MICHAEL LEONE APPLICANT: J. STACEY HART & ASSOC., INC. PW 21-012 A request has been submitted to repair with replacement ~ 78 LF of deteriorated bulkhead with vinyl sheeting 18” channelward; install ~ 12 LF of sheeting behind the east bulkhead return; remove existing 5x40’ dock and reconstruct new 5’x40’ dock; remove existing boat lift and install new boat lift and one new double PWC lift with associated pilings a maximum of 21’ channewward of existing MHW/MLW/bulkhead. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 720 141ST ST Parcel # 9434A- in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

OWNER: TRACI E. HOLLANDER APPLICANT: J. STACEY HART & ASSOC., INC. PW 21-013 A request has been submitted to re-construct/re-shape existing dock and rotate existing boat lift on western pilings so that the lift is perpendicular to pier, maximum channelward extension 20’ of existing bulkhead/MHW/MLW. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 702 141ST ST Parcel # 9425A-1 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

OWNER: JOHN & LINDA POLLOCK APPLICANT: J. STACEY HART & ASSOC., INC. PW 21-014 A request has been submitted to remove existing pier and boat lift; install a new 2.5’ x 50’ pier with an 8’ x 14’ platform at the head of the slip. Install one (1) boat lift and one (1) PWC lift all with associated piling, maximum channelward distance of 50’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 506 32ND ST UNIT 7 Parcel # 4454 -7 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

OWNER: SEAN & VICKI EASTMAN APPLICANT: MCGINTY MARINE CONSTRUCTION PW 21-015 A request has been submitted to install one (1) boat lift with all associated poles to an exist-

Ocean City Today / Public Notices ing pier. Maximum channelward extension of 21’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 8904 RUSTY ANCHOR RD UNIT 220 Parcel # 9079 220 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

OWNER: ANNA YOUNG APPLICANT: HIDDEN OAK FARM, LLC. PW 21-016 A request has been submitted to install one (1) boat lift with all associated poles to an existing pier, maximum channelward extension of 21’.

The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 8904 RUSTY ANCHOR RD UNIT 221 Parcel # 9079 221 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

OWNER: LEE EISENHOWER APPLICANT: HIDDEN OAK FARM, LLC. OCD-1/28/2t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF PUBLIC HEARING WORCESTER COUNTY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2021 Pursuant to the provisions of the Worcester County Zoning Ordinance, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held in-person before the Board of Zoning Appeals for Worcester County, in the Board Room (Room 1102) on the first floor of the Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland. Masks and social distancing will be required.

6:30 p.m.

Case No. 21-7, on the application of Carroll DelGavio, on the lands of Stephen & Laurie Lyons, requesting a variance to the Ordinance Prescribed rear yard setback from 30 feet to 13.3 feet (an encroachment of 16.7 feet) associated with a proposed single family dwelling, in the R-3 Multi-Family Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1-207(b)(2), and ZS 1305 located on Jefferson Avenue, approximately 58 feet south of Hayes Avenue, Tax Map 5, Parcel 1, Lot 176 in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

6:35 p.m.

Case No. 21-8, on the application of Arlette Bright, on the lands of M Arline Grantham Revocable Trust, requesting a special exception to allow an Agritainment facility in the A-1 Agricultural District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1116(c)(3), ZS 1-201(c)(9) and ZS 1305(b), located on the north side of Ocean Gateway (US Route 50), approximately 900 feet east of Hall Road, Tax Map 14, Parcel 84, in the Third Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

6:40 p.m.

Case No. 21-9, on the lands of Brian & Tracie Young, requesting a variance to the Ordinance prescribed rear yard setback from 30 feet to 9.7 feet (an encroachment of 20.3 feet) associated with the proposed removal and reconstruction of an exist-

ing deck and steps in the R-3 MultiFamily Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1-207(b)(2) and ZS 1305, located at 17 Waters Edge Court, approximately 92 feet east of Moonshell Drive, Tax Map 16, Parcel 41, Section 4, Lot 190, of the Ocean Pines Subdivision, in the Third Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

6:45 p.m.

Case No. 21-1, on the application of Hugh Cropper, IV, Esq., on the lands of Bruce & Nichole Krasner, requesting a variance to the Atlantic Coastal Bays Critical Area Ordinance to exceed the allowable 100 feet tidal wetland crossing by 369 feet for a proposed 469 foot walkway over tidal wetlands, in the E-1 Estate District & RP Resource Protection District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(n)(2), ZS 1203(d)(5), ZS 1-215(d)(4) and Natural Resources Section NR 3-125(b)(1), located at 6333 South Point Road, approximately 302 feet south of Cove Court Road, Tax Map 50, Parcel 37, Lot D1, of the Genezer Estates West Subdivision, in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

6:50 p.m.

Case No. 21-10, on the application of Mark Cropper, Esq., on the lands of Susan Picciotti, requesting a variance to the Ordinance Prescribed rear yard setback from 30 feet to 15.95 feet (an encroachment of 14.05 feet) on the easterly side and 18.35 feet (an encroachment of 11.65 feet) on the southerly side, associated with a proposed single family dwelling, in the R-2 Suburban Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1206(b)(2), and ZS 1-305 located on the southerly of the terminus of Snug Harbor Road (12416), at the Tax Map 33, Parcel 346, Lot 42 in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS OCD-1/28/2t _________________________________ Christopher T. Woodley, Esq. Williams, Moore, Shockley & Harrison, Esq. 3509 Coastal Highway Ocean City, MD 21842

NOTICE

TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 18574 Notice is given that the Chancery Court of Sussex County, DE appointed Yvonne E. Kauffman, 36250 Sunflower Boulevard, Selbyville, DE 19975 as the Personal Representative of the Estate of Dorothy M. Kauffman who died on September 25, 2020 domiciled in Delaware, America.

The Maryland resident agent for service of process is Christopher T. Woodley whose address is 3509 Coastal Highway, 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

PAGE 45 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, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine 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.

Yvonne E. Kauffman Foreign Personal Representative Terri Westcott Register of Wills One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of Newspaper: Ocean City Digest Date of first publication: January 28, 2021 OCD-1/28/3t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS TOWN OF OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 110 of the Code of Ocean City, Maryland, hereinafter referred to as the Code, same being the Zoning Ordinance for Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that public hearings will be conducted by the Board of Zoning Appeals for Ocean City, Maryland virtually via Zoom Webinar: Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: Please click this URL to join. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82586694 322 Or join by phone: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 301 715 8592 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 646 876 9923 or +1 408 638 0968 or +1 669 900 6833 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799 Webinar ID: 825 8669 4322 International numbers available: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kQyA9S 15o February 11th, 2021 at 6:00 P.M. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(5), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed requesting the board to review the existing record for determination of nonconformity of parking. Should the board approve the existing parking nonconformity, the applicant is also requesting, pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2) and Section 11094(2)b, a special parking exception to waive twenty-three (23) parking

PAGE 46 spaces to change the use of a portion of The Inlet Village from retail to restaurant uses. The site of the appeal is described as Map 110, Parcel 2605, Block 2 of the Sinepuxent Beach Company Plat; further described as located next to the inlet on the north side of S. 2nd Street, on the west side of Atlantic Avenue (boardwalk) and east side of S. Baltimore Avenue, and locally known as The Inlet Village, 806 S. Atlantic Avenue, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: WINDSOR RESORT INCORPORATED – (BZA 2575 #20-07200001) 6:10 P.M. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(3), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-95(1)(a) requesting a variance to the front yard setback on the cul-de-sac to close in the existing second floor deck in the same footprint as the existing structure. The site of the appeal is described as Lot 14, Block 40 Section 3 Bennett Avenue, Caine Woods Plat; further described as located on the south side of 139th Street, and locally known as 715 139th Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: STEPHEN G KENNEDY REVOCABLE TRUST, (Elaine Kennedy, Principal) – (BZA 2578 #21-09500002) 6:20 P.M. Pursuant to the provisions of Town Code Section 110-93(3), Powers, of the Board of Zoning Appeals, an appeal has been filed in accordance with the provisions of Section 110-905(1)(b) for a variance to allow a 6 foot separation between buildings instead of the required 10 feet by code for structures 3 stories or less; and a variance to the provisions of Section 110-905(1)(d) to allow a minimum width of court between buildings of 18 feet for a limited distance instead of the required 50 feet for three-story buildings.

Also, pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2), in accordance with Section 110-94(2)(b), the applicant requests a special parking exception up to a maximum of 12 parking spaces according to Section 110-932(b)(2) for the minimum number of parking spaces required for the proposed multi-family condominium development. The site of the appeal is described as Lots 1-8 & 1015, Block 46 of the Fenwick Plat; further described as the city block bordered by Coastal Highway, Sinepuxent Avenue, 144th Street, and 145th Street, and locally known as 14401 Coastal Highway, 14400 & 14402 Sinepuxent Avenue, & 103111 145th Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: 2400 STORAGE INC (Nolen Graves, Principal) – (BZA 2579 #21-09500003) 6:30 P.M. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-94(2)(b) requesting a special parking exception to design standards to allow (1) parking space in each unit (total of 12 parking spaces) to be 18’ in length instead of 20’ per code requirements.

The site of the appeal is described as

Ocean City Today / Public Notices Lots 12, 13, & 14, Block 50 of the Isle of Wight Plat; further described as the north- side of 82nd Street, and known locally as 12- 16 82nd Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: Richard Myford, Principal – (BZA 2580 #2109400002) Further information concerning the public hearings may be examined in the office of the Department of Planning and Community Development in City Hall.

Alfred Harrison, Chairman Maureen Howarth, Attorney OCD-1/28/2t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF INTENT TO FILE APPLICATION The County Commissioners of Worcester County, Maryland intend to file an application for federal financial assistance with the U. S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Rural Utilities Service for construction of the Lewis Road Sewer Extension. The project includes construction of a gravity sewer line and pump station to serve the Lewis Road portion of the Landings Sanitary Service Area. This notice is published in accordance with Rural Development regulations contained in RUS Instructions 1780.19(a).

A copy of the application to USDA Rural Development is available for review at the following locations by appointment: The County Commissioners of Worcester County, Maryland 1 West Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863 Phone 410-632-1194 Or; Worcester County Department of Public Works Water and Wastewater Division 1000 Shore lane Berlin, MD 21811 Phone 410-641-5251 Any comments regarding this application should be submitted to the Worcester County Commissioners.

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NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for an Upgrade in Type of license from Beer-Wine to BeerWine-Liquor and a Request to expand licensed premises for a Class: "B" BEER-WINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day, By: Lisa Pennacchia Shott, 1104 Edgewater Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland 21842; Andrew Emmett Gmitter, 36142 Richland Road, Willards, Maryland 21874.

For: AG & MS, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Shotti's Point 3505 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on:

February 17, 2021 @ 1:00 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

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NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Request to add a carryout window, add a rooftop seating area and a Request to alter the licensed premises for a Class: "B" BEER-WINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day, By: Steve D. Hoffman, 2706 Philadelphia Avenue. Ocean City, Maryland 21842; Michael J. Horsey, 2706 Philadelphia Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland 21842.

For: Double H Holdings lnc.

For the premises known as and located at: T/A: 28th Street Pit and Pub 2706 Philadelphia Avenue Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: February 17, 2021 @ 1:20 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

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NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Request to maintain the temporary outdoor seating area permanently and to add a walk up/service carryout bar for a Class: "B" BEER-WINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day, By: Kevin C. Myers, 5801 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland 21842.

For: OC Bar, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Bad Monkey 5801 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: February 17, 2021 @ 1:35 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

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NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Class: "B" BEERWINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day, By: Scott Anderson Savage, 12009 Turtle Mill Road, Bishopville, Maryland 21813.

For: Bandits Bar, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Bandits Bar 806 South Atlantic Avenue

FEBRUARY 5, 2021 Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: February 17, 2021 @ 1:50 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

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NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Request to expand the licensed premises to include an elevated deck, Request for speakers outside on the elevated deck, Request for Trifvia and Bingo games two days per week, Request to allow a digital juke box and Request to modify the licensed property by installing a garage style door for a Class: "D" BEER-WINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day, By: Peter J. Laviola, 13207 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland 21842; Raymond J. McGrath, 13207 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland 21842; Deborah A. McGrath,13207 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland 21842.

For: Beach Barrels, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Beach Barrels 13207 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: February 17, 2021 @ 2:10 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

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NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Transfer and an Upgrade from a Class "B" restaurant license to a Class "D" bar license and a Request to modify the licensed property to an open air bar, Request for outside Live Entertainment stage and Request for outside Live Entertainment seven days per week amplified with eight pieces until midnight for a Class: "D" BEERWINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day, By: Cole J. Taustin, 10647 Griffin Road Berlin, Maryland 21811.

For: Mad Fish, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Pier 23 12817 South Harbor Road Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Formerly: Mad Fish, Inc. There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: February 17, 2021 @ 2:25 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

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NOTICE

OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 18555 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF HENRY HUNGERFORD Notice is given that Bryant C. Hungerford, 981 East EAU Gallie Blvd., PMB 13004, Satellite Beach, FL 32937, was on January 11, 2021 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Henry Hungerford who died on December 3, 2020, 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 11th day of July, 2021.

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, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine 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 de-

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Bryant C. Hungerford Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: January 21, 2021 OCD-1/21/3 _________________________________

Mayor & City Council Ocean City

QUOTE SOLICITATION

Public Works West Bulkhead Installation Mayor & City Council Ocean City (Town) are seeking bids from qualified and experienced vendors to provide labor for the Public Works West Bulkhead Installation to be in conformity with the scope of work as detailed in the Bid Documents.

Bid Documents for Public Works West Bulkhead Installation may be obtained from the Town’s Procurement Department by either e-mailing the Procurement Manager, Catrice Parsons, at

OCEAN CITY TODAY Legal Advertising Call NANCY MACCUBBIN 410-723-6397, Fax: 410-723-6511 or E-mail: legals@oceancitytoday.net

cparsons@oceancitymd.gov or by calling 410-723-6647 during normal business hours, or via the Bid tab on the Town’s website. Vendors are responsible for checking this website for addenda prior to submitting their bids. The Town is not responsible for the content of any Bid Document received through a third party. It is the sole responsibility of the Vendor to ensure the completeness and accuracy of their Completed Bid Documents.

A Pre-Bid meeting will be held in the purchasing office at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, February 09, 2021 located at 214 65th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842. The last day for questions is noon on Thursday, February 11, 2021.

Public Works West Bulkhead Materials will be solicited separately from this solicitation.

Sealed Bid Documents are due no later than Monday, February 22, 2021 by 1:30 p.m. and will be opened and read aloud. Bids are to be submitted to the Mayor & City Council Ocean City, Attn: Procurement Manager, 214 65th Street, Ocean City, Maryland 21842.

Late Bid Documents will not be accepted.

Minority vendors are encouraged to compete for award of the solicitation.

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Mayor & City Council Ocean City

QUOTE SOLICITATION

Public Works West Bulkhead Materials Mayor & City Council Ocean City (Town) are seeking bids from qualified and experienced vendors to provide materials for the Public Works West Bulkhead Materials to be in conformity with the specifications detailed in the Bid Documents.

Bid Documents for Public Works West Bulkhead Materials may be obtained from the Town’s Procurement Department by either e-mailing the Procurement Manager, Catrice Parsons, at cparsons@oceancitymd.gov or by calling 410-723-6647 during normal business hours, or via the Bid tab on the Town’s website. Vendors are responsible for checking this website for addenda prior to submitting their bids. The Town is not responsible for the content of any Bid Document received through a third party. It is the sole responsibility of the Vendor to ensure the completeness and accuracy of their Completed Bid Documents.

A Pre-Bid meeting will NOT be held for this solicitation. The last day for questions is noon on Thursday, February 11, 2021.

Public Works West Bulkhead Installation will be solicited separately from this solicitation.

Sealed Bid Documents are due no later than Monday, February 22,

2021 by 1:00 p.m. and will be opened and read aloud. Bids are to be submitted to the Mayor & City Council Ocean City, Attn: Procurement Manager, 214 65th Street, Ocean City, Maryland 21842.

Late Bid Documents will not be accepted.

Minority vendors are encouraged to compete for award of the solicitation.

OCD-2/4/1t _________________________________ IN THE ORPHANS’ COURT FOR (OR) BEFORE THE REGISTER OF WILLS FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND IN THE ESTATE OF: MAURICE E. COLLICK ESTATE NO. 18528

NOTICE

OF JUDICIAL PROBATE To all Persons Interested in the above estate: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed by Francis X. Borgerding, Jr., 409 Washington Avenue, Suite 600, Towson, MD 21204 for judicial probate appointment of the will and for the appointment of a personal representative. A hearing will be held at One W. Market Street, Court Room 4, Court House, Snow Hill, MD 21863 on 03/16/2021 at 10:00 a.m.

This hearing may be transferred or postponed to a subsequent time.

Further information may be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills.

Terri Westcott Register of Wills One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Phone: (410) 632-1529 Newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Publication Date: 02/04/2021 OCD-2/4/2t _________________________________

TOWN OF OCEAN CITY

ORDINANCE 2021-02 RE: Beach Photographers Franchise Notice is hereby given by the Mayor and City Council of Ocean City, that an ordinance was introduced for first reading at their meeting of February 1, 2021. Second reading is scheduled for February 16. A complete text of the ordinance is available for review in the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall 3rd Street and Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD 21842, or online at oceancitymd.gov in the February 1 agenda packet. This ordinance incorporates language to authorize contract modifications at the discretion of the Mayor and City Council.

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