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Photos taken at roughly the same time on Labor Day and the day after on the beach looking toward the inlet should give residents and visitors an idea of just how abrupt the change can be from traditional summer to September. Hundreds of thousands of visitors flooded the resort over the weekend, with the trickle of home-bound tourists beginning on Monday. Even so, Monday was still a busy day in terms of crowd size, while Tuesday ... well, that’s just the way it is in a beach town.
Beach Patrol has grueling weekend Short on staff, lifeguards battle strong rip currents to make 382 surf rescues By Remy Andersen Staff Writer (Sept. 8, 2023) While tourists packed the Ocean City beaches on a bustling Labor Day weekend, the lifeguards of the Ocean City Beach Patrol worked tirelessly to save a combined 382 people from the brutal surf conditions. Their efforts on these days of abnormally strong riptides carried some patrol members to the point of exhaustion, including two lifeguards who, after performing multiple rescues, had to be treated by emergency medical services. Both returned to duty the following day. Beach Patrol Capt. Butch Arbin
said part of the reason why the weekend was so busy for his crews was because there were a limited number of guards, as most have gone back to school for the fall season. He also attributed the increased number of rescues on Labor Day weekend to the rough surf conditions, stating that the number of tourists who come to the beach have little impact on that statistic. “During the tropical storm, people would look at the ocean and not want to go in because the water looked nasty, but once the storm passes, even though there are blue skies, no humidity, and beautiful weather, the rough wave conditions are still present in the ocean,” Arbin said of the lingering rip currents, the catalyst of the elevated number of rescues. “People will want to go in, but what they See WEEKEND Page 7
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A member of the Beach Patrol looks for signs of trouble during his Labor Day shift.
By Hunter Hine Staff Writer (Sept. 8, 2023) There will be no more smoking at Northside Park, following the Ocean City Council’s decision Tuesday to remove designated smoking areas from the grounds. The city code already prohibited smoking at any public park in town with the only exception being the smoking areas at Northside Park on 125th Street. Park visitors were permitted to smoke or vape within 15 feet of the signs marking the areas, but now there are no parks in town where smoking or vaping is allowed. The ordinance empowering that change also replaces references to See SMOKING Page 6
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Packed Ocean City lineup of events to cause lot closure (Sept. 8, 2023) The inlet parking lot in Ocean City will be closed for public parking from Sunday, Sept. 10 until Sunday, Oct. 8, to accommodate several upcoming events. The inlet lot will be hosting several large events in September and October, an advisory from the Town of Ocean City said. The first event will be OC BikeFest. While the event is scheduled to occur from Sept. 13-17, the promoters will start setting up the concert and vendor area on Sunday, Sept. 10. During the event, OC BikeFest will have limited motorcycle-only parking in the inlet lot. Parking spaces will be on a firstcome, first-serve basis. To learn more about this event, visit https://ocbikefest.com/. As OC BikeFest begins to break down its event, the inlet lot will transition right into setting up for the Oceans Calling Festival. In addition, the municipal parking lot at North Division Street will be closed from Wednesday, Sept. 20 until approximately Wednesday, Oct. 4 to accommodate the set-up and breakdown and will serve as part of the concert footprint area. The Oceans Calling Festival will take place from Sept. 29 through Oct. 1. For more information, visit https://www.oceanscallingfestival.co m/ After the Oceans Calling Festival, the inlet parking lot will be used for
the Endless Summer Cruisin’ classic car rally on Oct. 5-8. Vehicles participating in the Endless Summer Cruisin’ will be permitted to park in the inlet parking lot from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The promoter reminded participants that the inlet parking lot fills quickly on Friday and Saturday, therefore being in the parade does not guarantee parking in the inlet. The lot will be available to the public after 5 p.m. each day during this event. The lot will resume normal operations after 4:30 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, visit https://specialeventpro.com/endless-summer-cruisin There are several alternatives for municipal and street parking during the inlet lot closure. Anyone planning to attend one of these events or take a stroll on the Boardwalk should visit https://oceancitymd.gov/oc/oceancity-parking to learn more. The city advisory also said the downtown area is expected to be congested over the next several weeks with multiple events taking place. Motorists should plan to leave early and stay a little later to avoid traffic congestion. Parking will be limited, especially during the Oceans Calling Festival. The Ocean City bus service is a good alternative to trying to find parking in the busy downtown area.
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City council accepted a private event permit for the 2023 Bay to Beach Drive, a Boardwalk vehicle parade for the Miata Owners of Delmarva (MOOD) that will fundraise for a shelter that supports homeless and needy veterans. The charity parade, which is set to run from 5-6 p.m. on Sept. 9, will travel the Boardwalk from 26th Street to N. Division Street. The drive will begin on the Chesapeake Bay side of the Eastern Shore. Participants in the caravan plan to meet at the Ocean City convention center upon arrival in town, as long as parking is available there. Then, they will drive to and across the Boardwalk to wrap up the ride. The beneficiary of the fundraising is the Home of the Brave, a nonprofit in Milford, Delaware, which provides transitional shelter and services to veterans facing difficulty returning to civilian life, according to the application for permit. Donations will come from driver participants. MOOD holds the event annually on the Saturday closest to 9/11. Rich Leary, who will serve as the event manager, submitted the permit on behalf of MOOD. “Many of our early members (of MOOD) were retired career military so our charity recipient choice came easily,” Leary wrote in the application. Per the application, there can be no more than 75 cars in the parade, which will be escorted on the Boardwalk by Ocean City Police. Police will also assist the cars when entering and exiting the Boardwalk. Trams will be suspended for the duration of the Boardwalk ride.
Construction bid awarded City council voted to approve a bid from Stevenson Concrete Construction LLC, of Pasadena, Maryland to rehabilitate the floor of the Solid Waste Transfer Station located on bayside 65th Street. The town budgeted the project at $900,000, and Stevenson Concrete was the lowest qualified bidder, offering to complete the job at the cost of $839,901. The second lowest bid came D.W. Burt Concrete Construction Inc., of
Salisbury, at $854,384, and the highest bid was $964,880 from Hawkins Contracting Inc., also of Salisbury.
Sports complex task force A Sports complex task force meeting is set to be held at the Ocean City convention center from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sept. 13. At an Aug. 1 work session, city council members unanimously voted to approve 31 members of the task force who have strong local ties, connections and interests pertinent to building the complex somewhere in Worcester County. At the meeting, members will review the project proposal’s history, hear a presentation from the Maryland Stadium Authority, review the economic impacts of the proposed facility based on a Crossroads Study and more. The agenda includes a notice for a closed session that’s set to be held at the end of the meeting. The session’s purported purpose is to consider the acquisition of property for public use.
Budget amendment The council voted unanimously to adopt a budget amendment for the Fiscal Year 2023 budget, which City solicitor Heather Stansbury said was presented to council members at the Aug. 1 work session. Councilman John Gehrig was absent for the vote. According to the agenda, the amendment recognizes revenue the city has received since a previous budget amendment, and makes an adjustment for the estimated revenue the town is expected to have at the end of the fiscal year. The town is estimated to receive $3.7 million in additional revenue from sources such as the room tax, admissions tax and “interest on investments.” There was also $2.1 million in additional estimated revenue from building permits, Medicaid reimbursement and grants and donations. Transportation funds from the American Rescue Plan Act funding (ARPA) helped offset increases in vehicle fuel and maintenance costs for town buses as well as estimated revenues from Boardwalk tram fares. Tram revenue turned out to be less than expected, said Ocean City Budget Manager Jennie Knapp in a phone call. Another $350,001 were transferred to the town’s Risk Management after there were increased estimates for worker’s compensation claims. Most of that money came from savings in other city department budgets, according to the agenda.
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HERON HARBOUR ISLE HOME WITH BOAT SLIP 304 S. HERON GULL CT OCEAN CITY $1,650,000 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 screenedin 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 walkin 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
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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 family room overlooks the 11602 S. HILLS DRIVE • BERLIN MD water with soaring ceil$1,699,900 ings 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
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
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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 201 S. HERON DR #7F3 vinyl plank flooring OCEAN CITY • $424,900 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
Are you looking to build your dream home? Look no further than this beautiful residential lot in the commuWATERSIDE DRIVE 14200 JARVIS AVENUE • UNIT B203 nity of South BERLIN • $475,000 OCEAN CITY • $289,900 Point Farms. This beautiful building lot is in a prime location on the corBeautiful 2BR/1BA condo in North OC hits the market! This condo is ready for your immediate enjoyment and ner with beautiful bay views. The lot is approximately is being sold fully furnished. You will enjoy making fam- 2.76 acres and it’s located off 611 in Berlin Maryland. ily meals in the updated kitchen with cute black and At the entrance of South Point Farms is a public boat white checked flooring. The family room is off the ramp and public pier with water access for boating fishkitchen and makes a great space for entertaining family ing, crabbing, paddle boarding, and kayaking. If you are and friends. There are two bedrooms and a full bath. looking for a peaceful, tranquil location with unbelievable Bay views this is the prime spot. There are multiple The condo is bright and airy. The building has been upworld-class golf courses close by and Assateague Nadated as well with a newer roof, siding, composite deck- tional and State Park as well for days on the beach. No ing and vinyl railings. This condo is conveniently builder tie in required. Come take a look today and located close to restaurants, stores, and the beach. Come enjoy the good life on South Point Farms! take a look today before it's sold! MDWO2015846 MDWO2014122
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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
Stunning 2BR/2BA condo one back from the beach hits the market! This condo is located on 66th street in an ocean block building. The sellers have made many recent upgrades, installing luxury vinyl plank flooring 1 66TH STREET UNIT 101 throughout, new miOCEAN CITY • $535,000 crowave, new refrigerator, new stove, new dishwasher, new exterior HVAC unit, toilets and kitchen faucet within the last three years. The decks also were tiled in 2019 and the glass sliders leading to the deck were also replaced within the last five years. This would make a great second home or investment property and is being sold fully furnished and ready for your immediate enjoyment. This is one of the best values at the beach - fully furnished and only one back from the ocean. As you walk through the front door, you will see an inviting living room for entertaining family and friends. There is a dining area off the kitchen with glass sliders leading to a huge covered deck with recently tiled floor. You can hear the waves break from the deck. This is a first floor unit but it's an elevated building so the height off the street is equivalent to a second floor unit. This condo has two large bedrooms and two full baths so there's plenty of room for family and friends. The condo is in walking distance to many restaurants, stores, shops and a supermarket, so once you're here you don’t have to move your car, but the condo is conveniently located to the route 90 bridge, making coming and going a joy. Come take a look today before this amazing property is sold. This condo association is well managed by Mann Properties. MLS MDWO2016172
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32474 LIGHTHOUSE RD SELBYVILLE, DE • $4,500,000 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 DIRECT OCEAN FRONT
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TAXID 533-17.00-156.07 S ROUTE 54 • SELBYVILLE, DE $890,000 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 NEW CONSTRUCTION
11604 COASTAL HWY • UNIT 1606 OCEAN CITY • $749,900
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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 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
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
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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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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By Remy Andersen Staff Writer (Sept. 8, 2023) A study of the Ocean City inlet that was conducted 25 years ago is being given a long overdue update, with a letter to that effect going to the US Army Corp of Engineers in Baltimore.. The 1998 Ocean City, Maryland Water Resources Study, Feasibility Report and Integrated Environmental Impact Statement was approved to be updated by the Worcester County Commissioners on Tuesday. Bob Mitchell, the director of Environmental Programs, said that the intent for this updated study is to bring to light the continued shoaling issues present as well as other navigational and physical environmental changes made to the inlet area since the last study was conducted. “Shoaling has gotten exponentially worse in the coastal bays since Hurricane Sandy hit in 2013,” Mitchell said. “It’s just gotten to a point where aggressive action is needed.” The corps had notified the county’s Department of Environmental Programs back in March that it was not going to fund the inlet jetty improveSee SHIP Page 7
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Ship navigation, soil erosion Weekend hard on Beach Patrol part of issues study covers rial from the shoals near the western Continued from Page 6 ment project. Mitchell said this study inlet navigational buoys, direct sand would serve as a more long-term so- placement on the northern part of Aslution moving forward. sateague Island, and occasionally re“The currents are starting to shave locating buoys so optimum off the northwestern part of the is- navigation can be achieved. land, as well as sand being deposited The study itself aims to develop in the inlet area,” water resource projsaid Mitchell, highects for the coastal lighting the effects ‘Only one ship at a time can bays, and to lessen of shoaling being pass through Sunset Harbor the adverse impact brought to the area. caused by past and the West Ocean City “Only one ship at corps projects. commercial harbor…’ a time can pass “A lot of it is trythrough Sunset ing to restore the Bob Mitchell Harbor and the sediment transWest Ocean City portation system,” commercial harbor, which isn’t good Mitchell said. for navigation or traffic. So the In approaching the study, Mitchell canyon between the 11 and 12 buoys and the department intend to view marking off the entrance to Sunset the issues being brought to the inlet Harbor needs to be widened for area holistically. safety and navigational purposes.” “There’s a lot of new information These issues pose a problem to and a lot of new movement with the commercial fisherman, as bumping sediment transport that needs to be the boat on the bottom in any way looked at,” Mitchell said. could cause damage and ultimately The commissioners recommended put the fishermen out of commission, that the department partner with the as they undertook expensive boat re- Department of Natural Resources, pairs. the Town of Ocean City, and the FedShort-term solutions that the de- eral Park Service, indicating that the partment considered included more Army Corps letter should be sent to aggressive dredging, removing mate- every department.
Continued from Page 1 don’t realize is the surge will make its way back out, pulling the swimmer with it. Once they’re in over their head, we’ve got a drowning situation.” Arbin also said that besides the active surf rescues, the lifeguards had multiple ambulance calls for people who simply stood close to the shore break, where the waves would crash down on them and driving them down to the sand. “We had a fly-out for potential neck back injury, also dislocated shoulders, several fractures of different long bones of the body, arms and legs,” Arbin said. In order to ensure the safety of people who do plan to swim in the ocean, Arbin stressed that people swim only when lifeguards are on duty, and that they swim in front of a stand. “If they’re not a good swimmer, then they should stay out of the ocean or not go past knee-deep,” Arbin said. The OCBP also sent out phone alerts on Friday and Sunday, advising the public of the hazardous surf conditions. “Our intent was for people’s phones to go off, for them to see the notifications and say that something is different here,” Arbin said. “The key is to change the behavior of those looking to swim in dangerous waters.”
As of this week, the OCBP is down to 16 stands, half the number that they had this summer. “Everybody thinks we finish our season on Labor Day, which is not true,” Arbin said. “We’ll be guarding seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. from now until the end of our season, which is Sept. 24.” During this time, he said, most of the staff are gone as they’re typically worn out from the busy summer and also have obligations for school. “We don’t like to see our numbers down,” Arbin said, “But we did have a couple lifeguards that came back for the Labor Day weekend.” He also noted that a few lifeguards who were off-duty for that weekend still came in to help. “They just did an incredible job yesterday and I can’t say enough about them,” Arbin said of the collective effort of everyone that pitched in to keep everyone safe from the hazardous surf. At last week’s City Council meeting, Mayor Rick Meehan showed nothing but praise for the OCBP’s effort to keep the public safe under extreme conditions. “We owe them a great deal of gratitude and support, and we should thank them every day for all they do all summer, but especially what they did this last weekend,” Meehan said.