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The dredge Murden makes her way through the Ocean City Inlet Tuesday. The Army Corps of Engineers scheduled the split-hull vessel to work on the channel from Aug. 19-30.
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By Hunter Hine Staff Writer (Aug. 25, 2023) Sen. Mary Beth Carozza (R-38) took federal, state and county officials on a boat ride through the Ocean City Inlet last Thursday in an effort to draw attention to the channel’s worsening shoaling problems. “We had a representative from the (state) Senate president’s office on the boat, the governor’s cabinet, the Department of Natural Resources, who understand that the Army Corps is going to need to be pressed,” Carozza said. In March, the Army Corps of Engineers had to abandon a major inlet restoration project after a cost-benefit analysis failed to hit a number that would permit the authorization of the
$16 million expenditure the project would require. Models of the proposed improvements showed it would only reduce the need for continued dredging by 50 percent, according to a March letter from the corps. “The bottom line is the U.S. Army Corps’s response for notification in March is completely unacceptable … we have regrouped and are having all of our partners working together elevating this at every level,” Carozza said. Jayne Bunting Kendall, co-owner of the Angler restaurant on Talbot Street with her sister, Julie Bunting Smith, used the restaurant’s Angler headboat to carry the party to the scene. The ride took officials to the area
between buoy’s 11 and 12, near the north tip of Assateague and Sunset Marina. They were joined by local stakeholders who depend on the inlet’s navigability for business, including Jim Motsko, founder and codirector of the White Marlin Open, John Duffie, a local custom boat builder, Sonny Gwin, an Ocean City lobsterman, and Mark Cropper, a local attorney who was representing the Ocean City Marlin Club. The business owners made presentations on how a shallow and dangerous inlet could hurt their industries if potential visitors move on to safer, clearer inlets in other states along the East Coast for water recreation, and if commercial fishing operations do the same, Carozza said. See TOUR Page 6
by 70-year-old By Remy Andersen Staff Writer (Aug. 25, 2 0 2 3 ) Austin Paul Eby, a 24year-old from BaltiMark Wadden more, got much more than he bargained for when he walked into an unlocked condominium unit early last Wednesday morning. He got a whipping, according to the conSee CONDO Page 10
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A rendering shows the proposed look of a battery energy storage system planned for a lot behind the Worcester County Public Library on 100th Street. Delmarva Power officials are still planning to construct the alternative energy production facility, but ran into some snags that will likely push completion back to sometime in 2024.
North OC alternative energy project moved back to 2024 By Mallory Panuska Managing Editor (Aug. 25, 2023) Plans for a battery energy storage system on a lot off of 100th Street are still on, but likely not coming together until next year as Delmarva Power officials work out some lingering property challenges. At a City Council meeting Tuesday, City Manager Terry McGean gave an update on the project, which was proposed in early 2022 for one of two lots behind the Worcester County Public Library. The facility will collect energy from an electric grid or renewable power source and store it using battery technology. Delmarva Power officials have said the system is a less invasive way to deliver power to the surrounding neighborhood than a substation, like those at 35th, 69th and 138th streets. It is also expected to provide a more sustainable energy source for the future. The process of bringing the project
to fruition began with the planning commission’s approval of a conditional use permit and continued with the council’s approval of a land swap between two parcels. Delmarva Power owns one lot and the city owns an adjacent one, and the land swap was needed to pave the way for construction of the project on the city’s lot. Construction of the facility was supposed to be finished by December, but was pushed back because of issues on Delmarva Power’s end. McGean said Tuesday that another issue came up with the ownership of the property and Delmarva Power’s assets, which pushed it back even further. “We are still going forward with the land and swap itself,” McGean said, “It’s another three or four months out with that.” He added that it is “fair to say” that construction will likely not begin until sometime in 2024.
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City Council approves events for upcoming fall weekends By Mallory Panuska Managing Editor (Aug. 25, 2023) From kites to craft beer, numerous events were approved this week by Ocean City Council members for September and October dates in downtown Ocean City.
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Kites fly over and along the beach between Third and Seventh streets during a kite festival in spring of 2022. An annual fall kite fest is planned during Sunfest, set Sept. 21-24, on the beach between Fourth and Sixth streets.
Sunfest Kite Fest The annual Maryland International Kite Fest is scheduled to take place Sept. 21-24 on the beach between Fourth and Sixth streets following approval of a private event request. The aerial show, which consists of giant kite displays, sport kite demos, children’s kite giveaways, candy drops and general small kite flying, will take place from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day. According to a staff report, music will be played from a sound system at the Kite Loft store on the Boardwalk at Fifth Street to accompany the displays and other festivities. The organizer requested no placement of fencing, removal of all wooden walkways and volleyball nets, and relocation of the blue beach boxes against the sea well in the event footprint. The staff report said public works staff will remove the wooden walkways and agreed not to put up fencing within the footprint. However, crews cannot move the beach boxes because permission must be granted from the beach stand operators. The staff report said Beach Patrol members asked that the event not interfere with patrolling or crowds. There are also rules the organizer must follow regarding the size of the footprint and areas that must remain open to the public. The organizer will pay the town a total $525 in private event fees, the
staff report said. OC Beach Classic An ultimate beach Frisbee event is tentatively set for Oct. 14 and 15 between Wicomico and Dorchester streets. The OC Beach Classic, which will feature eight fields in the sand for teams of five people each to face off in tournament-style matches, is slated for 9 a.m, to 5 p.m. daily. A staff report said the organizer will use tarp-like materials to make the field lines and anchor them at each corner to create the playing areas, and use small cones to designate the end zones. The organizer asked for city staff to clean the beach the Friday before the event and prepare the footprint. The organizer also wants permission to set up one tent and two tables, and movement of lifeguard stands and fencing in the playing area, among other requests. The staff report said public works crews will fine-clean the beach in the event’s footprint prior to set up. The organizer will pay the city $675 in private event fees, according to the staff report. Breast Cancer 5K A 5K and 1-mile fun run/walk to raise money and awareness for breast cancer will take place on a Saturday in October on South First Street between the Boardwalk and Baltimore Avenue. The Making Strides Against Great Cancer event is tentatively set from 811:30 a.m., Oct. 21 this year. Council members also approved date holds for Oct. 19, 2024, and Oct. 18, 2025 for future events. See KITE Page 8
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10615 POINT LOOKOUT ROAD OCEAN CITY • $5,599,900 JUST REDUCED! $4,999,900 Custom 6BR/6BA/3HBA/ new construction west facing bayfront estate designed and built by David Bradley of Bradley Construction w/ views of both Assawoman Bay and skyline from the property’s L-shaped pool and swimup bar. Features exceptional craftsmanship w/astute attention to detail, custom finishes/woodwork, and architectural details. A welcoming orange crush bar made w/Port Rush quartz and 1st-floor Den/bedroom ensuite complete w/Murphy bed. Expansive family room has a wall of windows and glass sliders overlooking the bay. Gourmet chef's kitchen just off family room includes plenty of bar seating w/endless bay views. Kitchen boasts GE monogram ss appliances including 6-burner gas range, expansive center island, custom farm sink, w/vegetable sink, hone marble and quartz countertops. White custom Fabuwood cabinets w/undercounter lighting, appliance garages and custom pull outs for easy storage. Floating shelves in kitchen made w/reclaimed wood, and a designer tile backsplash. An expansive butler’s pantry, mud room w/custom shelving, laundry room, half bath on the main floor. White oak stairs, and custom-made glass elevator. 2nd floor spacious ensuite Bayfront bedrooms, each w/its own private balcony. A 4th ensuite bedroom which has been designed as a bunk room w/custom bunk and trundle bed complete w/a port hole. A coffee bar, refrigerator, and full-size laundry on 2nd floor. 3rd floor primary bedroom ensuite w/bay views, cathedral ceilings, turret cupola, coffee bar, fireplace, exquisite tile work, two enormous closets w/wood detailing and shiplap, and expansive covered porch. Primary bath has insulated tub w/jets and faces the bay w/a 6’x6’ circular Anderson window. Bonus room w/soaring ceilings and cupola; separate refrigerator, bar seating, a private deck, half bath, and laundry. A saltwater pool and spa, cabana area complete w/2 outdoor TVs, 2 refrigerators, custom cabinetry/countertops, fire pit area, permits for three lifts and a transient boat, a 50ft pier, dock and ramp. Parking for 6 cars. MLS MDWO2012190
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Luxury 5BR/6BA/2HBA Bayfront home with pool hits the market! This luxury home has 145 feet of water frontage with direct bay views and offers southern exposure. As you walk in the front door of this lovely home you will immediately fall in love with the attention to details and upgrades throughout. An elegant 733 BRADLEY ROAD • OCEAN CITY foyer with marble flooring $3,200,000 greets you as you enter with your eyes drawn to the beautiful Bayfront views and the swimming pool in the courtyard. On the first level you will find a kitchen designed for access in and out to the pool area with plenty of seating and room for entertaining family and friends. Also on the first floor, you will find a Bay front office or playroom for the kids. This home is complete with a home elevator so either take the spiraling stairs to the second level or take the elevator up to the second level. You will be mesmerized by the amazing Bayfront views and endless sunsets this home offers. There are 6 decks off the home for privacy. On the second level you will find a professional chef’s kitchen complete with large center island, high end appliances and plenty of cabinet space adjoining a beautiful, spacious dining room overlooking the bay. The family room is also complete with a gas fireplace for chilly winter nights, making this the perfect home for year-round living or a vacation home. Also, on this floor, you will find a second office, home theater room, or game room. On the third level you will enjoy waking up to the endless water views from your primary bedroom. The primary bath has custom finishes throughout with extensive tile work. The primary bedroom also has a fireplace for romantic evenings and relaxing. Also on this floor are three additional bedrooms, which are spacious and separated nicely from the primary bedroom. This home is over 6000 ft.² and is one of the few Bayfront homes available on the market. So, if you’re looking for a home at the beach, also offering all the thrill of the day with attention to detail look no further. Come take a look at 733 Bradley Rd. today before it’s sold! MDWO2014714
Breathtaking 5BR/4.5BA waterfront estate on 2+ acres is coming soon! If you are looking for an incredible home on a beautiful piece of property with breathtaking views overlooking Assateague Island, look no further. This home boasts 6,482 sq.ft. of luxury. The fam11602 S. HILLS DRIVE • BERLIN MD ily room overlooks the $1,699,900 water with soaring ceilings and a beautiful custom fireplace. The chef 's kitchen is amazing, with lots of room for prepping food and enjoying home cooked meals, and the spacious breakfast area is off the kitchen and provides plenty of room for family and friends. The kitchen has lovely granite countertops, a butler's pantry, mini bar, and plenty of cabinets for storage. This home also has a formal dining room and formal living room, perfect gathering space for everyone to enjoy for years to come. The large primary bedroom suite is on the first floor with beautiful views overlooking the water. There are hardwood floors throughout the home. On the second floor you will find four additional spacious bedrooms and three baths, and a home theater/game room. There is also an additional room over the garage with a full bath. Off the back of the home there is a 40'x12' brick patio facing the water, which is perfect for outdoor dining and grilling. This home also comes with a Community Dock area with assigned boat slips. Slip number three is the owners. If you’re tired of the hustle and bustle, but you still want to be close to Ocean City, golf courses, and everything Assateague Island has to offer, this is the perfect home for you. Come take a tour today, put your finishing touches on it, and turn your dream of owning a Waterfront estate into reality. Your family and friends are sure to make memories that last a lifetime here. Come see for yourself. Schedule your showing today and consider making this dream home yours. MLS MDWO2015282
HERON HARBOUR ISLE HOME WITH BOAT SLIP 304 S. HERON GULL CT OCEAN CITY $1,650,000
HERON HARBOUR ISLE NEW LISTING
This single-family 4BR/4.5BA home with deeded boat slip is located in the sought after community of Heron Harbour Isle. This beautiful home has an open floor plan with a spacious family room with a 2-story stone fireplace. The family room flows into the kitchen which has plenty of cabinet space, a center island, breakfast bar and additional storage. Off the kitchen is the dining area where you will love having meals with your family and friends. Off the family room and dining area there is a screened-in porch, perfect for relaxing and enjoying morning coffee. Off the screened-in porch is a deck with a barbecue grill for crab feasts and grilling your favorites. Also on the first level of this home is the spacious primary bedroom with walk-in closets and a large bathroom with shower and soaking tub. There’s also a study on the first floor making remote work possible in a nice quiet area. The first level also has another full bath, laundry room and a half bath. On the second level there are three additional bedrooms and two more full baths. This home has lots of room for everyone to visit and there’s also a bonus room over the garage which could be used as a fifth bedroom or game room. The home also has a wrap-around porch, two-car garage and a deeded boat slip. The seller belongs to the Heron Harbour recreation association, which has tennis courts, indoor heated pool, fitness center, sauna, Olympic size outdoor pool, and a kiddie pool. The home is located very close to restaurants, shopping, and the beach. Come take a look today. This home is being offered partially furnished and is ready for your immediate enjoyment. MDW02015676
This beautiful first floor 2BR/2BA condo is in Harbour Club in the fabulous community of Heron Harbour Isle. This unit is being sold furnished, is in pristine condition with luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout and has a lovely beach décor. There is a large dining area flowing off the kitchen. The kitchen is sure to delight the chef in your family with granite countertops, new white cabinets and stainless-steel appliances. The living area is very spacious for entertaining. There is a large deck off the family room. You will enjoy spending time with family and friends enjoying the cool summer breezes. The primary bedroom is spacious, and the primary bath vanity area has been upgraded. The second bedroom is perfect for family or guests. Imagine yourself in this beautiful condo in one of the nicest communities in Ocean City. Heron Harbour Isle is amenity rich with two outdoor pools, an indoor pool, a kiddie pool, fitness center, social room, sauna, locker room, two Har-Tru tennis courts, sidewalks and piers. Come take a look today and make memories that will last a lifetime. MDWO2015286
201 S. HERON DR #7F3 OCEAN CITY • $424,900
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Commercial Site in Prime Location hits the Market! 2.36 acres on the corner of RT 54 and W. Line Rd in Selbyville DE. This location is directly across from Yellowfins Restaurant and shopping center on heavily traveled Rt 54. The location is approximately 3-4 miles to the beaches of Ocean City & Fenwick Island. It has water and 8' sewer main that will supply a hotel, shopping center, office complex, medical center, professional center, etc. Lot is cleared. Buy it Now Before It's SOLD!!! Owner Financing is available. MLS DESU184528 1303 MCHENRY CT BERLIN • $145,000 Why not build? There's nothing like building the house of your dreams! Large cul-de-sac (11,566 Sqft.) home site in the very desirable Colonial Village location in Ocean Pines. Close to the Yacht Club,Yacht club pool and marina and Mumford's Landing Pool, and located only a few miles from Ocean City’s famous beaches. Ocean Pines is an amenity rich community w/restaurants, shops, tennis, recreational facilities, golf, ball fields, pickleball courts, basketball court, playground, 12 parks, 6 trails, indoor and outdoor pools, 2 marinas, beachfront beach club at 49th Street in Ocean City, and the farmer's market. There is also police protection, fire protection and excellent management. MLS MDWO2008616
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11714 TURVILLE LN $2,399,900 This waterfront 4BR/3.5 bath custom built home in the highly desirable community of Bay Point Plantation is extraordinary. It encompasses endless water views and was built with the finest materials, custom upgrades and impressive attention to detail. Every aspect of this home is beautifully oriented to take advantage of views, sunrises and sunsets. The main floor has 10-foot ceilings and expansive water views. The gourmet chef’s kitchen has water views, custom shaker cabinets, under counter lighting, Subzero refrigerator, six burner stove, other high-end appliances, an oversize walk-in pantry, quartz countertops and a custom walnut center island. Chef in your family is going to enjoy cooking in this unbelievable gourmet kitchen. Kitchen flows to the dining area which also overlooks the water. Screened in deck off the kitchen, perfect for outdoor dining. Open deck at the side with a gas grill for outdoor barbecues which can be enjoyed while watching the sunset night after night. Spacious family room has water views and overlooks the pool and spa with another deck. Gas fireplace to enjoy during cozy winter nights. Southern exposure. Wet bar with Subzero wine cooler is adjacent to the family room. The main level also has a beautiful study with built-in storage, half bath and a butler’s pantry designed for entertaining and prepping food with a second dishwasher. On the upper level is the primary bedroom suite with custom closets, lavish primary bath, upgraded tile and heated flooring. There is a deck off the primary suite for enjoying expansive water views and the natural beauty of the preserve. There is also a laundry room on this level, two additional bedrooms, a full bath and a deck off the third bedroom. There is a 30x15 saltwater in-ground heated pool with adjacent spa. Enjoy the gas fire pit area off the pool in the Fall when a chill begins to take over the night air. The home comes with a boat slip at the adjacent marina with direct access to the bay you are only minutes away by boat from the inlet and West Ocean City. Bay Point Plantation is a gated community providing extra peace of mind and a close community feel. There are only 33 lots with a 142-acre nature preserve with wooded trails and spectacular views of the marsh. This stunning home is offered for sale for $2,399,900. Please ask for the upgraded features list for a complete list of upgrades. MDWO2014864
14200 JARVIS AVENUE • UNIT B203 OCEAN CITY • $289,900 Beautiful 2BR/1BA condo in North OC hits the market! This condo is ready for your immediate enjoyment and is being sold fully furnished. You will enjoy making family meals in the updated kitchen with cute black and white checked flooring. The family room is off the kitchen and makes a great space for entertaining family and friends. There are two bedrooms and a full bath. The condo is bright and airy. The building has been updated as well with a newer roof, siding, composite decking and vinyl railings. This condo is conveniently located close to restaurants, stores, and the beach. Come take a look today before it's sold! MDWO2015846
RESIDENTIAL LOT This beautiful 2BR/2BA Direct Oceanfront Fountainhead Towers condo is now available for sale! Wake up to incredible sunrises to start your day with the sound of the waves crashing onto the sand. From the minute you walk in the door you’ll fall in love with the breathtaking views and open WATERSIDE DR • BERLIN • $475,000 floor plan. The kitchen with breakfast bar opens up to the family room. The dining room is off the kitchen and makes a great gathering place to enjoy home cooked meals with friends and family. The large living area is off the dining area and has four glass sliders leading to a large ocean front deck with completely unobstructed views of the beach and ocean. The balcony is huge, boasting 30 feet x 9 feet. There’s also a Bayside balcony which is approximately 14 feet x 7 feet, perfect for watching Ocean City's amazing sunsets. This is one of the few buildings that comes complete with two balconies. The primary bedroom overlooks the ocean with glass sliders for endless views of the beach and ocean. The primary bath has been redone and has a shower, closet and double vanities, and there is a second spacious bedroom and additional bath. The hot water heater and HVAC were replaced in 2018. The hurricane shutters were just replaced in June of 2023. There is a washing machine and dryer in the unit. On the bay facing balcony there is a separate owner's closet just for the use of unit 1606. This condo is located at 116th St. The condo has an outdoor swimming pool on the beach side,which you are sure to love.The condo also has tennis and pickleball courts.The condo is conveniently located close to restaurants,shops and entertainment,and has easy access into and out of Ocean City. The condo is being sold fully furnished. The condo association is on site and there is also on-site year-round security. Come take a look today before it’s sold! MDWO2014856
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34862 WEST LINE RD SELBYVILLE, DE • $2,900,000
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32474 LIGHTHOUSE RD SELBYVILLE, DE • $4,900,000 Prime commercial location in Selbyville of 10.09 acres. This is a rare commercial development opportunity on the busy intersection of Lighthouse Sound Rd. (Route 54) and Hudson Rd. There are already many existing new homes surrounding this property and more than 3,200 additional homes are coming soon. This is the perfect location for a shopping center, multiple smaller retail businesses, and/or medical or other professional offices to serve these homes and the entire Selbyville, Bayside, Fenwick, Ocean City area. The Seller will finance up to 70% of the purchase price at 1 percent below the current prime lending rate for up to 5 years. If you are interested in only the highly visible corner piece on Hudson Rd. and RT 54 seller will sell a 2-acre parcel on that corner for $1.28 million. At $640,000 per acre this is an incredible business opportunity. The property is located 8 miles from the beach. DESU2044978
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11604 COASTAL HWY UNIT 1606 • OCEAN CITY $749,900 This beautiful 2BR/2BA Direct Oceanfront
17 STACY CT OCEAN PINES $899,900
Fountainhead Towers condo is now available for sale! Wake up to incredible sunrises to start your day with the sound of the waves crashing onto the sand. From the minute you walk in the door you’ll fall in love with the breathtaking views and open floor plan. Kitchen with breakfast bar opens up to the family room. Dining room is off the kitchen and makes a great gathering place to enjoy home cooked meals with friends and family. Large living area is off the dining area and has 4 glass sliders leading to a large ocean front deck with completely unobstructed views of the beach and ocean. Balcony is huge, boasting 30 feet x 9 feet. Bayside balcony which is approximately 14 feet x 7 feet, perfect for watching amazing sunsets. This is one of the few buildings that comes complete with two balconies. Primary bedroom overlooks the ocean with glass sliders for endless views of the beach and ocean. Primary bath has been redone and has a shower, closet and double vanities, and there is a 2nd spacious bedroom and additional bath. Hot water heater and HVAC were replaced in 2018. Hurricane shutters were just replaced in June of 2023. Washing machine and dryer in unit. On the bay facing balcony there is a separate owner's closet just for the use of unit 1606. Located at 116th St. Condo has an outdoor swimming pool on the beach side. Condo also has tennis and pickleball courts. Condo is conveniently located close to restaurants, shops and entertainment, and has easy access into and out of Ocean City. Being sold fully furnished. Condo association is on site and there is also on-site year-round security. Come take a look today before it’s sold! MDWO2014856
Beautifully renovated 4BR/ 2.5 bath home in prestigious Terns Landing hits the market! Welcome to 17 Stacy Court, this beautiful home sits on the canal with easy access to the bay. Recently renovated. As you walk through the front door you will fall in love with the luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the 1st level. Family room has soaring ceilings and an abundance of light. Fireplace. Off the family room you’ll find a beautiful dining area and the kitchen. Kitchen has beautiful white cabinets -self-closing, quartz countertops, SS appliances and an abundance of storage. Kitchen was completely renovated and replaced brand new. Dining room with plenty of room. Large Florida room overlooking the wate. Off the Florida room is a deck where you will enjoy crab feast and barbecues in the summer months and cool summer breezes. Primary bedroom and primary bath on the 1st floor which overlooks the water, the laundry room and half bath are on this level as well. On the 2nd floor, you will find 3 additional bedrooms and brand new remodeled from top to bottom bath with custom shower and tile work. Tankless water heater. Also, on the 2nd floor, you will find a large loft area which could be used as a second family room, study or playroom. 2-car garage and plenty of parking in the driveway. Located in Ocean Pines and has an abundance of amenities in the HOA. Come take a look at this beautifully remodeled home. It is ready for your immediate enjoyment. MDWO2015536
38190 CLOVER LANE FRANKFORD, DE • $425,000
Beautiful 3BR/2BA rancher in Bethany Meadows hits the market! As you pull into the driveway you will notice the beautiful yard, covered porch and attention to detail. Upon entering this home, you will see a family room that is warm, welcoming and perfect for entertaining guests and family. The kitchen is off the family room and has plenty of cabinet space and a breakfast bar, and the dining area is off the kitchen. This open concept home is perfect for the way we live today. There’s a beautiful sunroom off the dining area that leads to the side yard. The primary bedroom and bath are spacious. The other two bedrooms are also a good size and there is another full bath. In the back of the house there’s a shed for your bicycles and beach toys. This home is very well cared for and is in a sought-after community with much to offer, including an outdoor swimming pool. Come take a look today and make this beautiful home yours. MLS DESU2044912
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349 WALNUT HILL DR BERLIN • $724,900 Stunning newly constructed 4BR/3.5BA home by RBR Homes has just been completed in "America's Coolest Town". The minute you walk in you will fall in love with the custom finishes and abundance of light and outdoor space this home offers. Gourmet kitchen will delight the chef in your family with its center island and upgraded cabinetry. Family room and dining room flow off the kitchen. You will love entertaining family and friends over dinner. On the 1st floor there is also a wonderful bedroom with private bath. On the 2nd floor you will find a luxurious primary bedroom and bath, and 2 additional bedrooms and another full bath. Outdoor space has a great patio, and backyard is perfect for pets and little ones to play. There is a 2-car detached garage and above the garage is additional space that could easily be finished off for a home office. Located only a short distance to restaurants and shops in downtown Berlin. You will enjoy the small town feel and way of living. Situated on a quiet circular street and has small town charm and curb appeal. Minutes from Ocean City and Assateague Island. Association fee is only $250 per year. MLS MDWO2012960
TAXID 533-17.00-156.07 S ROUTE 54 • SELBYVILLE, DE $990,000 Commercial land 3.94-acre prime location served by water and sewer from Selbyville. This land is across from the new development of Coastal Villages. 1,000 feet of road frontage. Also available for sale is Tax ID 533-17.00-156.04 which has 7.29 acres for $490,000 (MLS- DESU2028756) this has a density of 16 lots. Both pieces are served by water and sewer in Selbyville. OWNER FINANCING IS AVAILABLE! Come take a look today before it's SOLD! MLS DESU2028754
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Professional pictures to follow: Stunning 3BR/2BA condo with deeded deep-water slip and lift hits the market! Condo was completely renovated down to the studs in 2015. As you walk in the front doors you will fall in love with the beautiful hickory floors throughout. Kitchen has white cabinets, granite countertops and SS appliances. Dining area off the kitchen and flows into the family room with glass doors overlooking the water. You will love entertaining family and friends all year long. Primary bedroom also now has a primary bathroom. Primary bedroom overlooks the water and has glass doors to the deck. Primary bath has a custom tile shower. Other 2 bedrooms are spacious as well and the 2nd bath also has a tile shower. Condo comes with a deeded deepwater slip with a boat lift that was just purchased last year. Condo is located on the wide part of the canal. Condo is close to the beach and many restaurants. Condo association common areas have undergone major renovations that are now completed, and there is an outdoor swimming pool for relaxing or swimming after a day at the beach. MDWO2014872
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Highly desirable 2BR/2BA 1st floor end unit waterfront condo hits the market! From the minute you walk in you will fall in love with this condo and all of the extensive upgrades. Kitchen iwith granite countertops, white cabinets and a beverage cooler. Kitchen flows into the dining area, plenty of room for the entire family. Family room has beautiful flooring and an electric fireplace. Glass slider off family room to balcony. Primary bedroom is spacious and also overlooks the water, and primary bath w/large custom shower. 2nd bedroom is large and there is a full 2nd bath as well. Upgrades include flooring, new hot water heater, upgraded barn door, new composite decking with stairs to the water, upgraded lighting fixtures, and upgraded kitchen and bathrooms. Condo is offered furnished with only a few exclusions. Condo complex has assigned parking and spaces. Boat slips available for rent for $150.00 a year. Condo association is well run and professionally managed. Condo is located off 94th St close to restaurants, shopping and a short walk to the beach. Come take a look today before it's SOLD! MDWO2014990
Beautiful ocean block 3BR/ 2.5 bath two story condo hits the market in North OC! Condo is located on 123rd St. in Ocean Block, steps from the ocean. Condo building is an Ocean Rise and is a well-maintained building. Pool. Elevator and plenty of parking. As you walk in the door, you will just love the amount of space it has to offer. 2 bedrooms on 1st floor and one and a half baths. Plenty of room for family and friends. The spacious kitchen has quartz countertops with center island seating, the cabinets have plenty of storage and the flooring is luxury vinyl plank. Family room is off the kitchen and has high ceilings. Off the family room is a glass slider leading to a spacious deck with views of the ocean. On the second floor is the oversize primary bedroom providing plenty of privacy with primary bath and a private spacious balcony. You will love the location of this condo, conveniently located close to Northside Park, restaurants and shops. This would make a great rental property or second home. Come take a look today before it’s sold. MLS MWDO2014690
36992 DUPONT BLVD SELBYVILLE, DE • $2,615,000 Prime Location!!! If you are an investor, builder, or developer looking for the optimal location look no further! This choice commercial property has unlimited development potential w/prime frontage on Rt 113 and Rt 54 in Selbyville. These two parcels totaling 47.5 acres are being sold together and are w/in the town limits. Located 1 mile from the Maryland State line and 10 miles from Ocean City and Fenwick Island. Offered at $2,615,000. Come take a look before it's SOLD! MLS DESU185186
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The Maryland Department of Natural Resources faces logistical issues in properly reporting the state’s commercial fishing quota because inlet shoaling. Pictured is a boat full of Maryland State officials, including some from MDNR, on a tour through the inlet on Thursday, which was orchestrated by Sen. Mary Beth Carozza (R-38).
Inlet shoaling big problem for Maryland DNR as well By Hunter Hine Staff Writer (Aug. 25, 2023) Along with commercial watermen and boaters in Ocean City, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources also has skin in the game when it comes to solving inlet shoaling. On Thursday, Sen. Mary Beth Carozza (R-38) took federal, state and local officials on a boat tour through the inlet to bring attention to the issue of the channel’s worsening navigability. Dave Goshorn, deputy secretary for the DNR was one of the presenters on board. He said there was much engagement and interest among the officials, and that the experience seemed eye-opening for many who weren’t fully aware of the issue. “My sense was that a lot of those
folks didn’t really appreciate the extent of the problem until we took them out there, which was good,” Goshorn said. “We were able to inform them.” Goshorn said that, from the DNR’s perspective, one of the great problems with an unnavigable inlet is the fact that many commercial fishermen who work off Maryland waters will turn to safer inlets, like those in New Jersey, to unload their catches. Registering the species and numbers for Maryland becomes a timeconsuming bureaucratic headache for DNR when the fish are taken to an out-of-state dock, Goshorn said. “It is extremely challenging to decide how many fish can be harvested in a sustainable manner, and then that has to get divided up between all the states up and down the East Coast See FISH Page 7
Tour explains inlet’s shoal woes Continued from Page 1 In June, Rep. Andy Harris (R-1st) and Carozza convened a similar meeting in Ocean City and included many of the same local watermen and business owners. Carozza planned the boat tour around the same time, scheduling it to line up with the Maryland Association of Counties Summer Conference, which was held in Ocean City last week, so that many visiting officials were in town to attend. Also on the boat was Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan, Worcester County Commissioner Chip Bertino, 10 state senators and four delegates, two of whom, Del. Jay Jacobs (R-36), and Del. Regina Boyce (D-43A), are members of the Environment and Transportation Committee, Carozza said. Deputy Legislative Officer from the Office of Gov. Wes Moore, Saif Ratul, and Kevin Smith, executive di-
rector of Maryland Coastal Bays, also joined the outing, as did staff members for Harris and U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Maryland). Carozza said Harris is planning to summon the corps for a meeting, likely after Labor Day, to submit specific requests for inlet maintenance with the backing of the town, county and state. Among some of the hypothetical solutions are funding a dredge boat that is reserved specifically for the mid-Atlantic region, Carozza said. The outing was not intended to work out long-term solutions, but rather to elevate the issue as a priority, she said. “We are standing together as a state working together at every level of government to make sure the Army Corps of Engineers moves forward with a solution for the long term and not just the continual dredging,” Carozza said.
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Army Corps of Engineers hamstrung by law By Hunter Hine Staff Writer (Aug. 25, 2023) Officials from the Army Corps of Engineers continue to emphasize that they did not “decide” to abandon permanent structural solutions for the Ocean City Inlet’s shoaling problem. Legally, they had no choice. In March, the Army Corps of Engineers canceled an inlet restoration project after a cost-benefit ratio analysis fell short of what the federal law required to authorize the $16 million the restoration. Several million dollars of that cost would have had to have been funded locally, said Dan Bierly, chief of the Civil Project Development Branch for the Corps. Models of the proposed improvements showed it would only reduce dredging by 50 percent, according to a March letter from the corps. “What we’re doing has nothing to do with personal decisions that we’re making,” Bierly said. “BCR’s (Benefitcost ratio) and things like that, those are law. They’re not even rules,
Fish need to be landed locally Continued from Page 6 for whatever the species happens to be,” Goshorn said. “It makes it hard to get our quota [that Maryland fishermen] deserve.” “The main concern, obviously, is for the commercial watermen themselves and their ability to land their fish in the Ocean City inlet and the Ocean City Harbor and all the ancillary fish processing, trucking, all the ancillary economic benefits that come from that,” Goshorn added. As for any negative environmental impacts, Goshorn said, to his knowledge the impacts would be negligible, since the inlet is such a dynamic environment, there wouldn’t be much habitat to disrupt, he said. But there could be a heavy environmental benefit, Goshorn said. Much of the sand and spoil that comes from dredging the inlet could be used to help restore the eroding northern tip of Assateague. Fortifying barrier islands like Assateague can help break and reduce storm surges before they reach the mainland, Goshorn said. In the past, dredging spoil has been used to create habitat for rare bird species that depend on “sand islands” to breed, he said. “That’s a good example of how DNR is involved in this,” Goshorn said. “We will work with the [Maryland Coastal Bays] Program, and the Corps and the county, of course, [to advise on] what the best use of that material is.”
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Some believe that solving the inlet shoaling problem could go hand-in-hand with fixing the erosion on the northern tip of Assateague by moving dredge material to the island. Pictured is the northern tip of Assateague where it borders the inlet.
they’re law. The funding we use and how we use it is written in law.” “We have our requirements, and if it doesn’t meet the requirement, then Congress says ‘do not proceed,’” said Carlos Lazo, government affairs officer with the corps. On Thursday, Sen. Mary Beth Carozza (R-38) took federal, state and local officials on a boat tour
through the inlet to bring attention to the shoaling issue in the channel. She and others, like Republican U.S. Rep. Andy Harris, are calling on the corps to implement more comprehensive solutions beyond the current dredging schedule in order to fix it. Since the inlet is a federal channel, the corps has responsibility over its
maintenance. Bierly said that the corps has been talking to the county and state about restarting the Ocean City Ocean City, Maryland, and Vicinity Water Resources study, an analysis of the local environment, similar to the one conducted in 1998. “Maybe that study we recently See DREDGE Page 10
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Continued from Page 4 According to a staff report, both runs will take place on the Boardwalk and concrete pad downtown. A race village will be set up on First Street. The staff report said the organizer requested a judge’s stand, 15 cones, 80 pieces of special event fencing, 10 trash cans, use of the downtown portable electric outlet and electric from First Street lights, free parking areas, public restroom use and police support. The event is set for Sunfest weekend, and the Boardwalk trams are scheduled to begin running at 10 a.m. The staff report said the tram lanes must be clear. Police will provide shift officers from Sunfest to help with the event, and public works staff will provide the judges stand, cones, fencing, trash cans and electric service. The staff report said the organizer will pay the town $425 in private event fees and $660 in asset and support fees for a total $1,085.
Shore Craft Beer Festival The Ocean City Development Corporation’s annual Shore Craft Beer Festival will take place rain or shine from 10-5 p.m., Oct. 28, at Sunset
Park downtown. A staff report said the ticketed event is an Eastern Shore craft beer festival featuring samples of craft beer from local breweries, food trucks, souvenir sales and music. The participating breweries may also sell prepackaged products that cannot be consumed on site. The organizer requested trash cans, access to restrooms, fencing, temporary pedestrian crosswalks and several parking spaces. The staff report said food truck operators must follow all applicable state, county and local codes. They will be inspected upon arrival and cannot interfere with bus access to South Division Street and the South End Transit Station. The staff report said the organizer must obtain permits for any large tents for the event and public works staff agreed to provide the requested assets and support. The organizer will pay the town $100 in private event fees and $274.80 in asset and support fees for a total of $374.80. The staff report said a fee for the use of city space will be waived, and the organizer will pay a park rental fee.
By Mallory Panuska Managing Editor (Aug. 25, 2023) It won’t happen tomorrow, but sometime in the future, Ocean City transportation officials expect to transition the resort’s bus fleet from diesel fuel to a zeroemission fuel source. “I just want everyone to be aware that we are not under any kind of specific deadline to transition fleet to alternative fuel,” Transit Manager Rob Shearman told members of the city’s Transportation Committee last week. “But I do think that it is a when, not if, proposition and that we need to be considering what that plan might look like if some mandate were to come down from the Federal Transit Administration and Maryland Transit Administration.” Democratic Gov. Wes Moore, who was elected in November, has been pushing an agenda focused on clean energy and emissions reductions. He vowed during his election campaign to “combat the effects of climate change, and build a more resilient Maryland.” The commitment came with a bulleted list of action items, including a push to ensure the state See MANDATE Page 9
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An Ocean City bus pulls into the South End Transit Station downtown. Transit officials may soon be looking into transitioning the city’s public bus fleet from diesel to alternative fuel.
Mandate expected eventually Continued from Page 8 generates 100 percent clean energy by 2035, and reduce greenhouse gases by 60 percent by 2030. To help reach the goal, the state and federal transit agencies prepared a zero-emission public bus study. Shearman said he was supposed to present the details of the study to members of the Transportation Committee at its Aug. 15 meeting but was not satisfied with the context of the information. “A few details within the study were based on flawed assumptions about our service,” Shearman said in a memo to committee members and city staff. His main concern was a “very daunting figure” that was floated for the overall costs of switching to a zero-emission bus fleet with associated infrastructure. The figure — $99 million in capital costs and $1.9 million annually in operating costs —
failed to provide proper context for the figures, Shearman’s memo said, particularly regarding the time period, equipment options and comparison to existing costs. He explained that state transit officials made it clear the study was simply a first step to shifting to alternative fuel, with plans to flesh out details at a workshop in September. “There are lots of questions, not many answers at this point,” Shearman said last week. Transportation Committee members agreed that the mandate for alternative fuel for buses is likely coming, but they wanted to make it clear that local action in that regard is not going to happen anytime soon. “We don’t want the public to think this is something we will have to address in the next 60 days,” Mayor Rick Meehan, who serves as chairman of the committee, said.
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