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Wind turbine hearing at convention center City gets seat at table if PSC holds future evidentiary sessions

By Josh Kim Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) With the public hearing on the size of the offshore wind farm turbines just days away, a recent decision by the Maryland Public Service Commission allows the

Town of Ocean City to play a more active role in the inquiry process.

The public hearing will be held on Saturday at noon in the Roland E. Powell Convention Center on 40th Street.

“On Dec. 26, 2019, the Town of Ocean City, Maryland, filed a petition to intervene in Case Nos. 9628 and 9629.,” a Jan. 10, a PSC press release states.

“After considering this request,

and the fact that no party has filed an objection to it, the commission grants the petition to intervene for Ocean City.”

Up until now, the city has been more of an aggrieved spectator than a player in the offshore wind farm approval process, but the PSC’s decision will mean it can participate fully if additional evidentiary hearings are held. In that situSee AT LAST Page 4

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Will rebate spur more homebuilding in town?

OC Council hopes so, as it weighs incentive to draw new residents

RENDERING COURTESY NANCY HOWARD

This rendering depicts how the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum’s new building downtown will look once it’s restored. The Bank of Ocean City donated its former branch office to the town for the exclusive use of the museum.

By Josh Kim Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) Homebuilders may want to think about bringing some of their projects to Ocean City in the near future, now that city officials are consider a housebuilding rebate program designed to draw more yearround residents to the resort.

Bank branch goes to museum Bank of Ocean City sees big gift as way to boost downtown

By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) After making the decision to shut down its 217 South Baltimore Ave. branch, the Bank of Ocean City told its stockholders last week that it is donating the

110-year-old building to the town to be used by the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum.

Bank officials said they hope the move will inspire the restoration of other downtown locations.

The building, built in 1911 and once the original headquarters for the bank, will be restored and used for various

programs and activities benefitting the museum.

“It’s a little bit of Ocean City culture ... we didn’t want to just tear it down or sell it, so we wanted to give it a good use for the community and for the town,” said bank President and CEO Reid Tingle. “[The museum] desperately needs the space ... I thought this See BANK’S Page 5

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Planner Bill Neville talks incentives.

“There was a suggestion [last August] that … rather than waiving [impact] fees, it would be possible to do an incentive program that would include a rebate of either the cost of getting your permit or the other costs of developing in town,” said Bill Neville, Ocean City Planning and Community Development Director, at Tuesday’s council work session.

The question of how to attract year-round residents to Ocean City arose last August, when a city employee and a resident pointed out the cost difference between building in the resort, versus building in West Ocean City or Delaware.

An average building permit fee in the resort is roughly $3,728, while an average impact fee for new construction is $3,658.

“That was looking at about a $13,000 difference in terms of permitting and development costs of what it takes to build in Ocean City versus a more inland location,” Neville said. While the city’s populaSee NEW Page 6

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Federal REAL ID act goes into effect Oct. 1 Residents need to have proper documents on file to access certain facilities

By Elizabeth Bonin Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) This is the year the federal REAL ID act goes into effect and the Worcester County Commissioners want to be sure residents of this county are aware of that.

Last Tuesday, commissioners gave a reminder that the act becomes law on Oct. 1. The commissioners themselves were reminded of that last month in a letter from the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration.

Residents must have a REAL ID driver’s license or identification card by Oct. 1 to board an aircraft or access federal facilities. These cards will have the REAL ID star in the upper right-hand corner.

Anyone who does not have that status after the deadline will not be allowed through security checkpoints, according to Whitney Nichels, media relations manager for the state motor vehicle administration. The REAL ID cannot be used for international travel, according to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

The act was passed in response to the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks to in-

crease security standards. The department said to have REAL ID status, residents must have a government-issued birth certificate or U.S. passport, proof of social security, and two documents proving a Maryland home address on file.

Proof of address includes a Maryland vehicle registration card or title, utility communications regarding an account, a property tax bill or receipt, local bank documentation or a residential rental contract.

The closest motor vehicle administration for Worcester residents is the Salisbury location on Tilghman Road.

County Commissioner Bud Church recommended making an appointment ahead of time.

“Mr. [Commissioner Jim] Bunting told me to make an appointment and I did,” Church said. “There were probably 50 people ahead of me, and they called me within one minute, so if you’re going to the DMV [motor vehicle administration], make an appointment.”

Nichels said customers with an appointment are guaranteed to be seen within 15 minutes of the scheduled time, with 29,000 appointments available every week at all Maryland branches.

“As of today, 60 percent of Maryland residents are REAL ID compliant and MDOT MVA has a 98 percent satisfaction rating from customers,” Nichels

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At last, Ocean City gets chance to be heard Continued from Page 1 ation, the city would be able to file and present testimony, have the right to demand information, and the right to cross-examine witnesses.

What is scheduled to take place this Saturday, however, is not that kind of hearing.

It is part of a larger inquiry that will examine the decision by two prospective wind farm operations, Ørsted’s Skipjack Wind and U.S. Wind, to increase the size of their wind turbines, and its possible effects on Ocean City’s coastal aesthetic.

Residents, visitors, proponents, opponents, city leaders and stakeholders will have the opportunity to voice their opinions at the hearing.

City officials see this session as an opportunity to turn the tide on a project they contend will harm the resort’s economy.

Mayor Rick Meehan explained the city’s position in a letter distributed by the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce on Monday, Jan. 13.

“It’s no secret that our resort community is unlike anywhere else,” Meehan said. “Our 10-mile, beautifully maintained beach and historic Boardwalk often rank among the nation’s top beaches … Unfortunately, our natural viewshed is in danger of being changed forever.”

Meehan goes on to describe how the 12-megawatt turbines are as tall as the Chrysler Building in New York City —

three times the height of the tallest building in Ocean City, with blades larger than the Statue of Liberty at 351 feet long.

“If this project is built as proposed, our current unobstructed views to our natural horizon will have wind towers impeding our clean coastal view,” Meehan said.

The wind farm project has been years in the making, with a state task force created in April 2010 to examine the possibilities.

The General Assembly then passed the Maryland Offshore Wind Energy Act in 2013, which would create an 80,000-acre wind energy area between 10 to 30 miles off the resort coast.

The wind farm area was divided into two lease areas, one near Delaware and the other near Ocean City.

In 2017, the Public Service Commission issued conditional approvals to U.S. Wind and Skipjack Wind to construct the turbines, and the two companies have been moving forward since.

The city had once been a wind farm development ally, voicing its support as early as 2013. But that changed when a rendering of the turbines was presented during a March 2017 public comment session held at Stephen Decatur Middle School.

Meehan said at the meeting that he had been shocked by the visual impact on the coastline view, which had been

greater than he had anticipated.

“We need to find ways to mitigate the visual pollution,” he said at that meeting.

Thereafter, the city has fought to have the turbines pushed at least 30 miles off the coast, even though that distance would put them outside the federally established lease areas.

In September that year, city officials hired top Maryland lobbyist Bruce Bereano to help push the city’s position into the forefront.

Then in 2018, then-Del. Mary Beth Carozza, (R-38C), alongside Del. Christopher Adams, (R-37) and Del. Charles Otto, (R-38A), cosponsored House Bill 1135 (HB1135) in an attempt to alter distance requirements from 1030 nautical miles, to not less than 26 nautical miles, or 30 statue miles, off the coast.

Senate Bill 1058 (SB1058), a sister bill, was introduced in the Senate as well.

However, the bills faced pushback.

“There are two corridors of vessel traffic which converge just to the west of the [lease] area,” said James Bennett, Bureau of Ocean Management renewable energy program manager during a set of General Assembly hearings held in March that year.

He also said depths in the city’s proposed range increased significantly, which would create a poor foundation for the wind towers.

Perhaps most important was the fact that any distance beyond 24 nautical miles would place the turbines outside the leasing area U.S. Wind purchased in 2014 for $8.7 million.

HB1135 failed to pass in the House Economic Committee in 14-5 vote, effectively killing the two bills.

While the wind farm faces heavy local criticism, it also has received vocal support from environmental groups.

Early August 2019, a group known as the Lower Shore Progressive Caucus issued a press release hoping to draw attention, and support, back to the controversial wind farms.

“The offshore wind [project] brings two unique opportunities,” Caucus Chairman Jared Schablein said. “Num-

ber one, one of the biggest public policy issues that we are going to face for years … is climate change and sea level rise.”

Schablein told Ocean City Today that wind turbines would be a direct response to global warming, and would be needed to minimize the negative consequences of climate change, such as sporadic flooding.

“The second thing is, for decades here on the Eastern Shore we have struggled to bring good paying jobs and industries to the region,” Schablein said. “By bringing offshore wind here you have the opportunity to bring skilled labor back, good paying jobs and give a good reason for younger generations to stay.”

As reported by Ocean City Today, job creation was one of the main conditions set by the Public Service Commission when it approved the two wind companies’ projects.

The commission stated in a report that U.S. Wind was required to create at least 1,298 in-state direct development or construction period jobs, and 2,282 direct operating period jobs.

Skipjack was required to create at least 913 development or construction period jobs, and 484 direct operating period jobs.

U.S. Wind must spend 19 percent of capital expenditures in the state, and Skipjack 34 percent.

Both projects were required to use a port facility in the state as the operations and maintenance port.

In addition, both agencies were required to submit ongoing, independently audited reports on job creation.

“If this project goes through, we would be the largest offshore wind in the country, meaning people would have to go to us, the Eastern Shore, for their green energy — we could finally be industry leaders again,” Schablein said.

Meehan and company have repeatedly said they support green energy and the job growth the project is expected to induce, but they also contend the potential growth will be offset by the harm done to the resort’s tourism industry.

“We support clean energy and the economic benefits associated with these projects, but not at the cost of our future,” Meehan said.

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Bank’s donation to museum could help boost downtown Continued from Page 1 would be a good use for them, for the city, to see a project get restored.

“Hopefully, it leads to continual improvements and other people wanting to restore their original buildings in downtown Ocean City, keeping that unique culture of downtown Ocean City alive,” he continued.

Both Life-Saving Museum President Nancy Howard and Museum Curator Sandy Hurley are thrilled with the decision.

“We are absolutely delighted,” Howard, who is also a member of the Downtown Association, said. “This gives us an opportunity to return a bit of old downtown back to its original look as close as we can get it.”

“I wasn’t surprised by it, but I was very happy to hear that the town of Ocean City had accepted it and they were going to take it because I wouldn’t want to see the building be lost like so many other historical buildings,” Hurley said.

As it is, the bank’s contribution has a

personal connection for Hurley, whose family used to live directly across from the bank, where her father was an employee and president at one point.

“I grew up in downtown Ocean City and my dad worked at the bank at that location for many years,” she said. “It was a big part of my life as a child. I was sad to see it close as a bank … but very happy to see it remain part of downtown.

“I think it’s important to maintain what we can of downtown,” she continued. “I think between the city and the Ocean City Development Corporation and all the other organizations that are interested in preserving downtown I think it’s going to turn out to be a wonderful project.”

The original building began as a small grocery store before becoming the Bank of Ocean City in 1916. There it sat for the next 104 years until it was officially closed on Tuesday Dec. 31, 2019.

The museum is currently looking into the history of both the building and the bank, and will report what it

Townhouse project in WOC begins its planning journey

By Elizabeth Bonin Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) A proposed townhouse development in West Ocean City took its first step toward receiving residential planned community status when it went through the Technical Review Committee on Wednesday, Jan. 8.

The 37-unit Shady Side Village is proposed to be located on the south side of Route 707 and west of Greenridge Lane.

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The Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum on the Boardwalk now has room to grow, with the addition of another building donated by the Bank of Ocean City.

finds its next newsletter. Among the things the research hopes to prove or debunk is the story that former Mayor Harry Kelley (1919-1985), who served eight terms, was born above the bank.

“That is one of the rumors that we’re trying to trace that back and nail it down,” Howard said. “But a lot of these things are probably buried in the mists of time and we may never know, but they certainly do make good stories.”

Currently, the Life-Saving Station Museum is restoring the exterior of the building before determining what to do with in the inside. The first level, for example, might be used for exhibits and a blast from the past of how the bank would have looked in the early 20th century, and the second floor

committee, the project plans will go on to the Worcester County Planning Commission for a recommendation. The parcel, owned by Kathleen Clark of Ocean City, is zoned R-4 Residential.

A similar project was approved by Worcester County Commissioners in January 2018, but the residential planned community designation expired after a year. Clark said the gap was because the townhouse product changed.

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The restoration of the entire building will take quite a bit of funding, which Howard hopes can be supplied by donations or sponsors.

“We’re [applying] for grants,” she said. “We’re hoping that there might be someone out there who thinks, ‘Wow, this is the greatest thing since French bread’ and they’ll donate whatever [amount], and we can get it started.”

Of course, she’s mostly just grateful for the Bank of Ocean City and the town for making this possible.

“This couldn’t have been done without them,” she said. “I’m so grateful for what they’re doing for us.”

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New homes could receive rebates Continued from Page 1 tion has not seen any dramatic changes over the last 10 years, Neville said the population has dipped slightly, from roughly 7,100 residents to 6,800.

To combat this, Neville outlined two possible options: option one would be to offer a $2,500 mortgage match and option two would be to offer not only the $2,500 match, but also a $7,500 rebate.

In order to receive this funding, builders would be required to meet a set of criteria: • The program would apply only to a new or substantially improved primary residence.

• The program would only apply in the R1 or MH zoning districts.

• Property owner/resident must agree to use the residence as a primary dwelling for a minimum of three (or five) years, and provide evidence on an annual basis.

• Rental licenses for an eligible property/unit would be limited by annual lease agreements.

• If the primary residence status is changed before the three- (or five) year term, the resident must refund the Town of Ocean City.

A project is considered substantial if it costs 50 percent or more of the existing structure/property.

The city would have to tread carefully, however, as a program such as

this could bring the city under federal scrutiny.

“Any kind of program that includes money and a housing goal, we would have to be mindful of the Fair Housing Act,” Neville said. “HUD is very observant whenever a local government gets involved in supporting housing with monetary benefits to make sure that opportunity is offered evenly and fairly … Once you cross that line, it’s difficult to administer any federal or state money, and it brings focus to the community.”

To remedy this, Neville said whatever the city chose to do, it should do it through the Maryland Mortgage programs.

“The benefit of that is that somebody else is administering the program — the Town would be a partner in that program by providing the matching amount. Then it’s the state program that is responsible for making sure it meets all Fair Housing requirements,” he said.

This would mean a homeowner would receive $5,000 from the state and the city, plus an additional $7,500 if the city chose to offer the rebate as well.

City officials seemed eager to pursue the program.

“When you sit here and watch the restaurants and the retails close for the season, it seems there are maybe more of them … we are losing more and more

services [each year]. You have to have that customer base to keep our businesses viable,” Councilman Dennis Dare said.

Dare said, however, that he would like to see the rental criterion eliminated from any future proposal.

The council voted to remand the project to city staff for further analysis and fine-tuning, with Councilman John Gehrig voting in opposition.

Gehrig said he was not opposed to the proposal, but felt the language of the motion had been too restrictive.

“The bottom line to me is [that] people are moving to Delaware, to West O, to Ocean Pines, not to Ocean City,” Councilman Tony DeLuca said. “I want people to build a single-family home here, and we’ll give them a rebate … I don’t care about … all the hoops. If they build a home in Ocean City, we incentivize them to do that and we give them X dollars — and you [Neville] tell us how much.”

COUNCIL BRIEFS

By Josh Kim Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) The following took place during Tuesday’s Ocean City Council meeting:

TAB fund request City Council approved a funding request for the 2020 Ocean City Film Festival.

Tourism Advisory Board Chairman Steve Pastusak said the funds would amount to roughly $4,000-$5,000, and would be the third and final time the board funded the event.

Event approval Last Monday, Jan. 6, Ocean City Council voted to approve an event date change for the Lyme Awareness 5K Run/Walk to May 30 and an event approval request for the Storm Warriors 5K slated for Nov. 14.

One event, Blessing of the Waters, was cancelled.

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Mayor Richard W. Meehan 301 N. Baltimore Avenue Ocean City, MD 21842 Dear Ocean City Residents and Property Owners, It’s no secret that our resort community is unlike anywhere else, which is likely why you have decided to call Ocean City your home. Our 10 mile, beautifully maintained beach and three-mile historic Boardwalk often rank among the nation’s top beaches, offering families like yours the perfect place to relax and enjoy the naturally beautiful view of the Atlantic Ocean.

Unfortunately, our natural viewshed is in danger of being changed forever. As you may or may not know, two companies are planning to build offshore wind farms directly off of Delaware and Maryland beaches. An Italian company (U.S. Wind) plans to construct dozens of 853-foot-tall wind turbines, located on 46,595 acres (73 square miles) of Atlantic Ocean, as close as thirteen miles from our beloved beach. This project will forever change the natural beauty of our beach, not only for us but for future generations.

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By Josh Kim Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) For more than four decades, Ocean City has hosted its Sunfest events on the third weekend after Labor Day in September. That will change in 2020, after resort officials announced last week that the signature event would be held in October, instead.

“Due to the leap year calendar in 2020, the event was scheduled to coincide with another large event,” City Communications Manager Jessica Waters said in a press release. “The City Council voiced concerns about combining Sunfest with the motor event, both which draw thousands of people to Ocean City each year.”

The event Waters is referring to is Ocean City Bikefest, which is slated for Sept. 17-20.

The event is the third largest of its kind, and typically attracts crowds of 150,000 to 175,000 participants.

While the city has had its ups and downs with the bike event, perhaps more worrying was another, unsanctioned car event that arose out of the remnants of the “H2Oi” car rally following its relocation to Atlantic City.

“We have a responsibility to preserve our signature event,” Meehan said in the press release. “However, our biggest responsibility is the safety of our residents and visitors. Based on public safety and staffing needs, we

believe this change is beneficial to all residents and visitors of Ocean City.”

The decision was made behind closed doors.

“It was regarding law enforcement deployment, which is why it was set for closed,” Office of City Solicitor Heather Stansbury said.

Councilman John Gehrig said the decision was the right move, and his only complaint about the situation was how long it took.

“People get why the decision was made,” Gehrig said. “There have been objections … [but] those are consequences of the core objection of why did it take so long.”

Gehrig had apologized for what he deemed the council’s inaction toward the unsanctioned event at a heated council meeting last October, and urged his peers to tackle the issue more aggressively.

Initially, there was buzz on social media following the city’s announcement last week, but overall the reaction has been mild, city department heads said.

“At first people were just questioning it and why the decision was made,” Ocean City Chamber of Commerce President Melanie Pursel said.

“However, once it was explained, they were fine with the changes. It’s been pretty quiet the last few days, no guests are really complaining.”

Pursel said the business commu-

nity did have concerns about being fully staffed in October, as most of the J-1 student employees would be gone by then.

Nonetheless, Pursel said with several months’ notice the issue should be resolved by then.

The Ocean City Hotel-MotelRestaurant Association members went through a similar cycle of initial confusion and later acceptance, association Executive Director Susan Jones said.

“Naturally, we have been receiving oodles of calls concerning moving Sunfest to the first weekend of October,” Jones said in a press release.

“Change is never easy, though sometimes it turns out for the best.”

Jones went on to say City Special Events Superintendent Frank Miller was already in contact with Sunfest vendors, and that entertainment had yet to be completely booked.

She added the date change would also move the city toward its goal of extending the season and boosting the economy.

“Honestly, the feedback has been that members realize the need to adapt and that hosting two enormous events would be way too taxing on city services,” Jones told Ocean City Today. “Additionally, many folks like the fact that it will stretch the season by one more weekend — which was Sunfests’ original intention.”

USACE to submit report by March Engineers make progress on studying solution for shoaling in harbor, inlet

By Elizabeth Bonin Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) Worcester County should have a report regarding a long-term solution for the Ocean City harbor and inlet toward the end of March, according to Sarah Lazo, public affairs specialist for the United States Army Corps of Engineers Baltimore district.

Although dredging maintenance has been performed in the two areas, these efforts have not remedied the increasingly shallow water and growing shoals that have damaged boats

and prevented some commercial fishing boats from working out of the harbor. As a result, the Worcester County Commissioners last February voted to team up with the Army Corps of Engineers and the state Department of Natural Resources for a last solution.

Lazo said that the team recently completed observational data collection and testing and that fieldwork report should arrive in the hands of the sponsors in a few weeks.

Lazo said that the team will soon begin conducting 2 and 3D modeling to determine how sediment moves in the waterways and how it’s transferred.

“Once we have the 2 and 3D modeling, we’ll also model how the sedi-

ment moves when some of the potential structures or options are put in place,” Lazo said.

The solutions could be jetties or a deeper inlet. Lazo said that the modeling will give the engineers a better insight as to what the best long-term solution is.

“We want to make sure we don’t cause harm to other areas in the waterway,” Lazo said.

The 2D model will help create the 3D model, which will “investigate the movement and evolution of the large scour hole at Stinky Beach (the colloquial name for Gudelsky Park) and the flow through the inlet and the back bays.”

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“It was emotional and historic and a real understanding of the monumental shift of power with the longest serving senate president in the country transitioning to serve as a state senator representing his direct and the elevation of a young senator from Baltimore,” Carozza said, referencing that new Senate President Bill Ferguson entered a new position as Sen. Mike Miller (D-27) stepped down from his 33-year reign as president.

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The goal is to deepen the inlet’s channel to 16 feet and the harbor’s channel to 14 feet. The county commissioners agreed in February 2018 to contribute $300,000 to the project, while Ocean City Council decided not to participate.

At a public meeting held by the Army Corps of Engineers in Berlin last May, Army Corps Project Manager Jacqui Seiple said that the inlet project is 90 percent federally funded.

ment in his body now, having to transition to a job where prior, he had been a highway worker out on the roads working on the highways, to having to do a position that required less physical activity due to his life-threatening and sustaining injures — Wade provided very impactful testimony, along with his mother,” Carozza said.

The current law only allows for a fine of up to $500 for criminally negligent driving that causes life-threatening injuries, but Wade’s Law increases the penalty to imprisonment not exceeding 18 months or a fine not exceeding $5,000, or both. Carozza reported that Delegate Wayne Hartman (R-38 C) cross-filed the bill in the House.

Both legislators also plan to sponsor a bill that will strengthen the special event zone legislation for Ocean City that passed in 2018. Resort officials requested the legislation in response to the annual unsanctioned car rally that sprang out of the H2Oi car event that has since moved to Atlantic City.

“That legislation [passed in 2018] was limited to speeding and what we found is that we need to increase the penalties for the driving, the exhibition driving that is causing so many problems in Ocean City - the skidding, squealing and peeling of these vehicles,” Carozza said.

She said she expects to have the bill language back this week. The penalty for exhibition driving is proposed at a fine not exceeding $1,000 and imprisonment not to exceed 60 days, or both.

“What it’s basically trying to do is allow those vehicles to be taken off the streets at the time of the incident,” Carozza said.

She added that a hearing had been held for a bill to allow therapy dogs to be used during child court proceedings, which she is co-sponsoring.

As for Hartman, he said he is adjusting to his new committee assignment, Ways and Means.

“Having a new committee assignment is certainly exciting, but yet there’s unknowns as to how that will work,” Hartman said.

He added that this committee assignment will give him more influence over the Kirwan Commission recommendations and legislation to legalize sports betting.

Hartman submitted two bill request forms on Thursday, Jan. 9. One bill would expand the body armor grant to first responders fire and emergency services personnel. The second would grant an unrestricted permit to carry a handgun for certain occupations such as first responders, correction guards, church security, nurses and physicians.

“I expect to have a lot more unfold this week as we get into a full week,” Hartman said.

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Police Commission seeks seasonal recruits

By Josh Kim Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) A growing struggle to recruit seasonal officers and public safety aides notwithstanding, Police Commission Chairman and Councilman Lloyd Martin said he was proud of the commission and its support of the Ocean City Police Department, especially as the resort sees another year of declining crime.

“The police department has done a good job,” Martin said at Monday’s commission meeting. “Citizen calls for service have gone down, and when you have that it means we have proactive police officers.”

Last month saw a 4.2 percent decrease in citizen calls for service, 24 fewer than December 2018, while officer calls for service increased from 897 December 2018 to 1,107 last month.

While December 2019 saw a slight uptick in custodial arrests compared to 2018, overall, last year marked another decrease in crime.

The city saw its first major shift in crime stats in 2016 when it had reached a 25-year low, Ocean City Police Chief Ross Buzzuro said in a February update last year to the mayor and city council.

Since then, the city has consistently seen double-digit reductions in crime, meaning the number of victims has been dropping by the hundreds.

“I think the biggest thing right now

is— we have a good force, [so] keeping it solid [is the goal],” Martin said.

As aforementioned, however, the police department has struggled with recruiting seasonal employees.

According to Buzzuro, compared to last year, the department saw a 40 percent decrease in seasonal officer applicants, and a 30 percent decrease for Public Safety Aides.

“It’s just becoming more and more challenging for us,” Buzzuro said. “... A very good economy, other good jobs are plentiful, varying fields, it’s just a shift …

This trend has continued now for a number of years.”

The police department has the budget to employ 146 officers and public safety aides, but Buzzuro said he did not know whether his department would fill those positions or even come close to doing so.

“It’s just a tough environment we are finding ourselves in,” he said.

Buzzuro said this decline in the law enforcement profession has been prevalent for roughly five years.

What makes the situation even more daunting is that colleges and universities are also seeing fewer and fewer students interested in law enforcement.

Nonetheless, Buzzuro said 32 seasonal officers and 37 public safety aides from last season had expressed a strong commitment to return for the 2020 season, and he remained optimistic that the department would see a good turnout

for its Jan. 18 testing after visiting 80 or so colleges and universities last year.

Other positive news Buzzuro shared was that despite the shortage in seasonal officers, the department’s full-time positions were stable.

“We are filled … and I can tell you that other law enforcement agencies across the state … they have vacancies.

Most agencies have vacancies. We don’t on the full-time side,” Buzzuro said.

Martin said city officials would focus on continuing to provide police with resources it needs to maintain a pristine and intact Ocean City.

“What do they need, and how can they pay for it? It all comes down to money. We need to prioritize. If you look at our strategic plan … it says safe and clean as the top two priorities, and we got those goals — our highway is clean, and it’s [the city] is safe.”

Resort Chapter 10 building codes to be edited, clarified

By Josh Kim Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) The Ocean City Council agreed with a city staff recommendation Tuesday to update its Chapter 10 building codes according to the 2018 International Code Council building code model and to bring the city’s codes more in line with those of the Fire Marshal’s office.

“We are required to adopt some standardized code by the state,” said Bill Neville, Ocean City Planning and Community Development Director.

“We would recommend that the council would consider doing what we did in the past, which is to adopt the 2018

code with a set of amendments.”

The International Code Council updates its model every three years, but typically clarifies existing codes, rather than changing them.

The International Code Council’s model features three sections of code: International Building Code, International Residential Code and International Energy Conservation Code.

If the city were to adopt the 2018 update, it would increase building costs in some areas and lower them in others.

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Building code discrepancies confuses many Continued from Page 12 quirement for treated wood and an increase from a 75 percent LED lighting requirement to 90 percent.

Chief Building Official Jacob Doub also recommended streamlining everything by amending the city’s code to match the Fire Marshal’s office’s code. “[The] fire marshal’s office has one set of codes they follow that are completely different than ours, however, some of the overlap that we’ve come across causes confusion to our residents and our professionals out there,” Doub said.

One such example is how the fire marshal’s office’s code defines a singlefamily household as five-unrelated people, while the city’s code restricts it to related people, which complicates over-occupancy enforcement.

“We’ve come across this a couple times in the summer where we’ve received a complaint, the fire marshal’s office has gone out they’ve said one thing, we’ve gone out and said something else, so there’s been inconsistencies on a couple of different occasions,” Doub said.

Currently, the city relies on its zon-

ing ordinance’s definition of a singlefamily home for enforcement, Neville said.

Mayor Rick Meehan pointed out another big discrepancy between the codes in regards to 50 percent of the area versus 50 percent of the value of a structure.

Under the city’s current code, if construction work exceeds 50 percent of the floor area, the builder is required to install a sprinkler system.

The fire marshal’s code, as well as the flood code, only requires this installation when the project exceeds 50 per-

cent of the structure’s value.

“This is one of the biggest issues [we’ve had],” Meehan said. “[City Manager] Doug [Miller] and I have had to address that and have discussions about that on numerous occasions … I think what you’re doing is exactly the right thing to do, and I think it’s very important that everybody is on the same page. It’ll avoid a lot of conflicts.”

Doub, Neville and city staff will make the amendments, and bring an edited version of the city’s building code to the mayor and city council for official approval.

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Water rates likely to rise, but only marginally NewGen study shows need for fees to increase to prep for city’s future debt service

By Josh Kim Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) As the Town of Ocean City pursues a slew of pricey, but necessary capital improvement projects, it must reckon with raising its water rates. However, according to NewGen Strategies and Solutions, it can do so marginally.

“What our recommended plan is to spread the necessary rate increase for that future debt service specifically that begins in Fiscal 24 and Fiscal 25, begin to moderately adjust rates over the next five fiscal years … and that involves a 7 percent rate increase across the board to each of your water fees,” said Eric Callocchia, NewGen’s executive consultant.

Ocean City currently charges a fixed water and sewer fee of $1.60 for water, a fixed vacant lots fee of $9.60 and a water consumption rate of $4.20 per 1,000 gallons of water.

The resort charges fixed fees because of its seasonal nature, as it must maintain a certain water capacity, regardless if a customer is using it.

This totals to approximately $6.6 million in revenue, which is not enough for the additional debt serv-

ice, Callocchia said.

Both the city’s water and sewer operating expenses will grow incrementally, with water increasing from $5.38 million in FY2020 to $5.85 million FY2025, and sewer growing from $8.46 million to $9.21 million.

Callocchia also broke down the city’s current existing debt.

For FY2020, the city has $679,098 in water debt service and $3,675,645 in sewer debt service.

These debts are projected to be paid off significantly

by FY2025, with water debt service projected to be at $413,570 and sewer at $2,789,029.

However, Callocchia said the primary Eric Callocchia issue was the dramatic increase in the city’s water debt service beginning in FY2024, as it prepares to complete various capital improvement projects.

“You can see the total six-year investments we are planning for these systems is just over $40 million on the water side,” Callocchia said.

“These improvements are necessary to maintain the operational nature of your systems. In general, any project that is $1 million or greater, we are going to finance. We are going to assume that we are going to issue debt

and finance that capital project over a number of years.”

The water debt service increases from $679,098 to more than $3 million, which would increase the city’s total water expenses to almost $10 million.

With current water revenue of $6.6 million, the city would find itself woefully underfunded. Furthermore, Callocchia said the city’s net position would fall significantly as well.

Net position is essentially left over money in the budget, which is then reserved for rainy day use, he said.

This cash reserve must be maintained at a level equal to the sum of 60 days worth of operating and maintenance costs and 2 percent of net book value of its assets, which at the moment is a little more than $1 million.

Callocchia said the city’s net position minimum level would grow to more than $2 million, while the city’s actual net position funds would be dry

by FY2025.

The only way to combat both the loss in revenue and the loss in cash reserves would be to implement the 7 percent rate increase.

From FY2020 to FY2025, the fixed water fee would grow from $1.60 to $2.24, the fixed vacant lot fee from $9.60 to $13.46 and finally the water rate per 1,000 gallons would change from $4.20 to $5.89.

No changes would be made to the city’s sewer rates.

This would cause residents to cash out approximately $7 more for their water bill by FY2025, which still places Ocean City below the average water and sewer bill of its nearby competitors of $231, and well below competitors such as Ocean Pines, Newark, Salisbury, Annapolis, and Berlin.

Most importantly, the city’s revenue would increase by almost $3 million, and its net position would be well above the $2 million plus maintenance line.

NewGen President Ed Donahue said the city was able to implement such a low rate increase because of it’s historically conservative spending.

“Ocean City has always been very conservative financially with its water and sewer systems,” Donahue said. “I think it explains why you are in the comfortable position you are in right now, and why in spite of taking on $60 million in additional debt, we’re suggesting that customer bill for water and sewer combined … only go up like 3 percent a year.”

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Wor. treasurer’s office to relocate

By Elizabeth Bonin Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) Although the Worcester County Treasurer’s Office intends to move into one of the two computer labs at the Ocean Pines Library, the county’s ground lease with the Ocean Pines Association suggests that can’t happen.

On Tuesday Jan. 7, County Treasurer Phil Thompson presented the Worcester County Commissioners with a two-fold request – to relocate the treasurer’s satellite office to the library and to approve an FY20 over-expenditure of $7,088.33 for office furniture.

According to Thompson, the current office at the Isle of Wight facility has reached its capacity.

“Our concerns with the current Isle of Wight facility include an aging facility with ongoing mechanical issues, parking concerns with regard to public access, sporadic telecommunications and internet service as well as security concerns,” Thompson said. “The ensuing search led us to the Ocean Pines Library.”

Two county departments, review and permitting and environmental programs, left the Isle of Wight facility for those reasons in July 2018.

Thompson emphasized the importance of maintaining a treasurer’s office in northern Worcester County since residents use the office to pay tax bills, pick up permits and renew driver’s licenses, among other services.

He told commissioners he believes that the Ocean Pines Library location solves all the issues that the old facility presented. “[It has] good internet service, good phone service, and I think simply strength in numbers as we will be a component of the Ocean Pines Library will considerably improve the security environment that we work in,”

Thompson said. “The library director and her staff have absolutely welcomed us.”

The computer lab specifically was determined a good match because its use has decreased with the rise of technology.

Thompson told the commissioners the office would occupy 200 square feet within the 15,000 square-foot library. New furniture would be necessary because of the different shape and size of the office. Thompson said the office will maintain one full-time staffer at that location.

The commissioners unanimously approved both the move and the overexpenditure, with Commissioner Joshua Nordstrom absent.

When asked by County Commissioner Jim Bunting, Chief Administrative Officer Harold Higgins said he wasn’t sure if the county receives revenue from departments occupying the Isle of Wight building, but he did know that the health department, soon to be the only department occupying the property, would foot the electric bill.

Bunting insisted that the county should see revenue from the health department.

“We own the building,” Bunting said. “We’re going to move and incur a little bit of cost of moving to another spot. Are we going to have any revenue from that building?”

The discussion, however, could be moot, because the 99-year lease between the county and Ocean Pines for

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Worcester County Commissioners intend to use one of the computers labs in the Ocean Pines Library on Cathell Road for the county treasurer’s office, though that violates the lease contract between Ocean Pines and the county.

the library stipulates that the property cannot be used for anything except library services, according to Dick Brady, who was the president of the Ocean Pines Association when the contract went into effect in the 1990s.

He said that the association held a referendum to allow the county to have the land for $1 a year, and then it drew up a contract to ensure that the county could not use the library for any other purpose.

“The people of Ocean Pines said ‘We don’t trust anybody,” Brady said.

“We want a contract that says they’ll never do it, otherwise we’ll have all kinds of offices there.”

Brady added that if the county wanted to change anything in the lease, the proposal is supposed to go through a referendum process.

“A lot of people forget that we even wrote that,” Brady said.

The contract was not mentioned during the commissioners meeting.

Rates go up, revenues will too Continued from Page 15 avoided the issue for so long, andtheir reserves had completely depleted.

Before the recommendations could be adopted, however, Donahue and

Callocchia must prepare a full report detailing all of the minutia of the potential rate change, which would then be presented to city leaders at a public hearing.

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Intern needed to aid with cigarette butt hut disposal

By Josh Kim Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) With 360,000 plus cigarette butts recycled, it would be safe to say the public portion of the Ocean City Green Team’s cigarette butt receptacle, or butt hut, program was tremendously successful last summer.

Riding on this wave of success, Ocean City government’s Green Team hopes to add at least 20 more butt huts in high priority areas, with an eventual goal of reaching the Delaware state line.

However, the Department of Public Works, tasked with emptying the litter collectors, questioned the viability of such an expansion, as it found itself already struggling to keep up.

“Who is servicing them? … we did get some criticism this past summer where we had some that were out there already that were overflowing.

They weren’t overflowing because we ignored them, we just didn’t have time to get to them,” Public Works Director Hal Adkins said.

Adkins has mentioned before how his department was stretched thin, as his staff has not grown since the 1980s, yet their responsibilities have grown — a point he made during last October’s Strategic Planning Update meeting.

In response, Adkins said he would be increasing the size of several butt huts that saw extreme usage, but the solution would be temporary.

He said if the team were to move forward with an expansion, an intern would be needed to aid in disposal work, and he asked City Environmental Engineer Gail Blazer if there funds available to hire one.

“If we tried to create an intern program where we had someone probably working for you that could help service these — the money you [Blazer] accumulate annually for your mitigation fund … can any of that be used?” Adkins asked.

Blazer said the idea had been initially brought to her attention by

Replacing Maureen Howarth who will step down at end of month for job at law firm

The Ocean City Green Team has recycled more than 360,000 cigarette butts and would like to see the receptacles expanded throughout the resort. However, without an intern to help with disposal, it would be hard to successfully pull off such an expansion.

Sandi Smith, Maryland Coastal Bays Program marketing and development coordinator, and she had been on board to fund it, at first.

“I said yes at first, thinking it was only a couple thousand dollars, but she’s [Smith] thinking $20,000. That money is not meant for that purpose at that level,” Blazer said.

Smith explained the original figure had been a ballpark estimate, but now that an intern recently had completed his or her term, she had a better gauge as to how much the group would need in the future.

Additionally, Smith said the group might be able to work with Salisbury University’s environmental studies department, as it had an internship requirement.

“They don’t necessarily have to be minimum wage paid internships, so we can create a stipend program. It could be more like a $10,000 investment if we did it all year long,” Smith said.

It could be even less than $10,000 if the internship was only a few months, Smith said.

Furthermore, Smith said she had already secured money from the Environmental Protection Agency that could be used to hire an intern for the summer, as long as he or she is from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.

“Long story short, at least this year, we have EPA funding to get this intern to do this [butt hut program],” Smith said.

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By Elizabeth Bonin Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) The Worcester County Commissioners announced the name of their new attorney, Roscoe Leslie, on Jan. 2, bring onboard an Ocean Pines native.

Leslie graduated from Worcester Prep and then the University of Delaware, where he received a bachelor of arts in economic and political science.

He earned his law degree from Washing- Roscoe Leslie ton & Lee University School of Law in 2006. Leslie then spent four years in Baltimore as an associate at Venable LLP. For the past 10 years, he has worked as a partner at Webb, Cornbrooks, Wilber, Vorhis, Douse, Leslie & Mathers, LLP in Salisbury.

During that time, he helped represent Wicomico County, Sharptown and Pocomoke City.

“When the opportunity came up to be the county attorney for Worcester County, it seemed like the natural fit for me,” Leslie said.

The county attorney provides legal advice to all the various county departments. Leslie said that he’s looking forward to applying his previous experience with counties and municipalities.

“Having spent a lot of my youth here, I have a lot of familiarity with the county,” Leslie said. “I feel like I can apply my professional experience with my personal experience and serve the county citizens well.”

He is currently meeting with all the county department heads to get to know those he will be working with on a regular basis and how they serve the county.

“It’s a big learning process right now, just getting familiar with the people, the personalities and the workload,” Leslie said.

Having grown up in the area, he said he’s spent much of his free time in Worcester County.

“My favorite part is the all the outdoor activities that you can enjoy here,” Leslie said. “I go to the beach in Ocean City, I have a cycling club that I ride around back roads with. I have family that likes to go out in the boat outside of Public Landing.”

Maureen Howarth’s last day as the Worcester County attorney will be toward the end of the month. She accepted a new position at Ayres, Jenkins, Gordy & Almand in Ocean City.

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Finns devastate Red Army in battle of Kuhmo

By Peter Ayers Wimbrow III Contributing Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) This week, 80 years ago, the Finnish 9th Division, led by Col. Hjalmar Fridolf Siilasvuo, began its attack on the Soviet 54th Mountain Rifle Division, commanded by Nicholas Adrianovich Gusevsky near Kuhmo, which is located near the Russian border.

It currently has a population of a little more than 8,000. It is both a town and a county. It is 2,106 square miles large, of which 250 square miles, is water. The Soviet soldiers of the 54th Division had crossed the border on Nov. 30, 1939, the first day of the war. Initially, the Finnish opposition was very light. The biggest problem for the Soviet soldiers, was the brutal cold. “It became so cold that even the reindeer were dying.”

The 54th Division was considered an elite division. However, its strength was in mobile warfare, and the terrain and the meteorological conditions conspired to rob it of its advantage. It was so cold, that its equipment could not move. So,

by Dec. 17, it stopped about six miles from Kuhmo.

Following the Finnish victory at Suomussalmi, those troops were shifted to the Kuhmo area. Col. Siilasvuo was ordered to intercept the Soviet division on Jan. 18. Now, the Soviet soldiers would endure what their comrades had en-

dured at Suomussalmi, and Raati Road, as the Finns, using those same tactics, began chopping them up into small groups, which they then annihilated.

In this area much of the landscape was covered with thick, dark forests, laced with rivers and small lakes, impenetrable by the heavy Soviet war machines. Thus, the Soviets were tied to the few roads, which caused them to be strung along. By January, the Soviets were dug in along a 30-mile stretch of road from Kumho to Riihivaara, an even smaller village.

That winter was the coldest in recorded history, and, surprisingly, the Soviet soliders were not properly clothed — 0f course, the Red Army had not expected to still be fighting the Finns in January.

The Finns targeted Soviet kitchens, demoralizing the Soviets by depriving them of hot meals. In the middle of the night, the Finns would silently swoop in on their skis, with their submachine guns spewing death among the scared Soviet soldiers. This also eliminated a good night’s sleep, further contributing to Soviet demoralization.

At the crack of dawn, the Finns launched their attack on Jan. 29, 1940.

By nightfall, the Soviet division had been divided into at least three mottis. The Finnish word “motti,” describes a por-

tion of encircled enemy forces, awaiting annihilation.

On Jan. 31, the Finns captured Löytövaara, a hill that dominated the area. Instead of withdrawing the 54th Division, the Soviets doubled down by trying to resupply it by air and reinforce it with a Siberian Ski Brigade, led by Cdr. Vjatseslav Dolin. Within two weeks, the Soviet ski brigade had been destroyed at the Kesserinjöki River.

The Soviet Ninth Army simply said that, “Dolin and his men had died without achieving honour.” Out of 2,000, 70 escaped, leaving the 54th Division surrounded.

The rebuilt 163rd Rifle Division, still under the command of Andrei Ivanovich Zelentsov, launched a relief attack along the Saunajärvi Road on Feb. 25. The next week, the Finns launched their greatest artillery barrage, firing some 4,500 shells at the Red Army.

On March 8, the 54th Mountain Rifle Division’s headquarters was captured.

The Finns halted their assault on March 13, with news that a peace treaty had been signed.

The Soviets lost a total of 12,700 men, 3,200 killed, and 9,500 wounded. Comrade Gusevsky survived the war and held several commands in the Central Front, during the Great Patriotic War. However, in August 1941, he went

missing. Comrade Zelentsov was promoted to major-general and given command of the 88th Rifle Division. He was killed on Aug. 14, 1941, in an attack by a German dive-bomber.

After the war, Col. Siilasvuo was promoted to the rank of major general, and given command of the V Army Corps.

During the “Continuation War,” he commanded the III Army Corps, and in 1942, was promoted to lieutenant general. He was awarded his country’s highest honor, the Mannerheim Cross, on Dec. 21, 1944.

The Finns were convinced that, if not for the peace treaty, they would have destroyed the 54th Mountain Rifle Division and the rebuilt 163rd Rifle Division. But that would merely have been for bragging rights.

The war would be won or lost on the Karelian Isthmus between Lake Ladoga and the Gulf of Finland — there, Soviet might was overwhelming the plucky Finns.

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Historic statewide styrofoam ban hits resort this summer

By Josh Kim Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) Ocean City must ready itself for a huge change, as the ban on the sale or the distribution of expanded polystyrene, commonly known as styrofoam, food service products in Maryland takes effect on July 1.

As the date quickly approaches, Worcester County Environmental Health Director Edward Potetz paid a visit to the Ocean City Green Team last Wednesday to explain his concerns with the legislation and how the Maryland Department of Health will enforce it.

On April 3, 2019, the Maryland General Assembly gave its final approval to the historic, statewide ban on styrofoam. The move made the state the first in the nation to bar the popular food service products, completely.

While the legislation was a big win for environmentalists, Potetz called the ban a “big blow” to Ocean City’s restaurant industry.

Under the guidelines, expanded polystyrene food service product means a product that is: • Used for selling or providing food or beverages • Intended by the manufacturer to be used once for eating or drinking • Generally recognized by the public as an item to be discarded after one use This means any food container, plates, hot and cold beverage cups, trays and cartons for eggs and other foods made with styrofoam cannot be sold in the state.

Additionally, while “food service” may lead to the assumption that the ban affects restaurants, bars and grocery stores, the legislation also prevents schools and nonprofits from selling or providing the containers, as well.

The legislation does offer some leeway, as it does not include food or beverages that have been packaged in styrofoam before a food service business receives it and styrofoam containers used to package raw meat, fish, poultry or seafood.

Nonetheless, Potetz said the move would still have negative consequences.

“This is going to create a lot of problems for us,” Potetz said. “One of our concerns is going to be our temporary vendors — how are we going to reach out to those who we don’t even

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Owners of Mother’s Cantina restaurant, Ryan and Neely James, will assist the city in educating local restaurateurs, nonprofits and businesses that will be affected by Maryland’s statewide ban on Styrofoam, effective July 1.

know is coming into the county for these temporary events? They’re going to show up with this stuff, and you know what’s going to happen — they can’t use it.”

If a business or organization is found with styrofoam food service products, it will have three months to get rid of it, or else face a fine of up to $250.

Potetz said, however, the health department’s goal was not to penalize, but rather educate and provide resources to those most likely to be affected.

Furthermore, while the ban includes schools, churches, the fire department, etc., these entities can request a one-year waiver to get rid of their styrofoam food service products.

A larger scale yet-to-be-addressed issue, however, was how the ban could act as a disincentive for major food franchises, such as Chick-fil-A, Potetz said, and cause them to relocate to nearby states like Delaware or Virginia.

While the city may not have every solution ready to go, it is working with local business owners, such as Mother’s Cantina restaurant owners Ryan and Neely James, to hopefully engage and educate as many people in the resort as possible.

“Ryan and I have been prioritizing our efforts to eliminate styrofoam in our [area] restaurants and in our community since eliminating polystyrene containers and plastic from all of our businesses in 2016,” Neely said. “As an active member of the Maryland Green Registry, Ocean City Chamber of Commerce, Ocean City Green Team

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This takeout box, used at Mother’s Cantina restaurant on 28th Street, is made out of sugarcane and is one of the alternatives available to restaurateurs, nonprofits and businesses as they prepare for a statewide Styrofoam ban effective July 1.

and the Surfrider Foundation’s first Ocean Friendly Restaurant, we feel it’s our responsibility to inform local hospitality industry professionals regarding how to make the switch.”

James said she and her husband would work with city leaders to hold information sessions to highlight important product vendors, best practices and product cost management.

The couple, in November, won the Maryland League of Conservation Voters’ President Theodore Roosevelt award, which recognizes environmentally conscious individuals, groups or organizations.

They have cut out 99.9 percent of single-use plastic from their business and no longer use Styrofoam takeout containers.

The only single-use plastic items they still use are trash bags, but they are hoping to find a suitable alternative in the near future.

By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) Land owners looking to subdivide existing parcels should understand the soil testing process as well as management areas and their significance.

All of the soils within Worcester County are considered seasonal soils, meaning they have a fluctuating seasonal water table. Some fluctuate more than others.

Even soils that are considered well drained, or having seasonal highwater tables between 4 to 6 feet or more, can still have significant surface silt or clay in the area. The silt and clay affect the soils percolation rate.

Soils are required to meet a percolation rate of less than 60 minutes per inch in the upper soils. A percolation test is a test to determine a soil’s absorption rate, hence the term “perc” test.

The “wet-season” in Worcester County is whenever the majority of the county’s 16 monitoring wells are within 0.5 standard deviation of the wet season mean. Typically, this falls between November to May. It may not be “in-season” during that whole time and never has been, but it fluctuates.

The county’s monitoring wells are always read along with a particular site project as a comparison. The county wells have been monitored for 20-30 years, so data is well established.

In soils with water tables closer to the surface, the management area of the county becomes important.

In an “A” management area, a minimum two-foot treatment zone is required and preferably greater. This is where moderate to well drained soils are needed.

In a “B-1” management area, a onefoot minimum treatment zone is required for a standard system and two-foot for a sand mound system.

In this management area, moderately drained soils can meet the requirements in most cases unless a percolation rate of less than 60 minutes per inch cannot be achieved.

In a “B-2” management area, a zerofoot treatment zone is the minimum requirement allowing for hydraulic conductivity testing.

Considering that 80 percent of See WOR. Page 22

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BUSINESS BRIEFS

Branch manager

New team members

Shore United Bank announces that Lynn Hancock has joined the company as a branch manager.

Hancock will be managing the new branch in Ocean City that is scheduled to open in March.

She joins Shore United Bank with prior experience in consumer Lynn Hancock and business banking and knowledge of the Ocean City market area.

Hancock resides in Ocean Pines, with her husband, Todd, and their two children, Katelyn and Ethan.

She enjoys crafting, baking and going to the beach with her family.

Becker Morgan Group welcomes three new members to its staff.

Beth A. Bell, SHRM-SCP joins the firm as CFO and associate.

Bell has extensive experience in implementing best-operating practices, efficiencies and structure to organizations. She is passionate about collaborative workplaces and comBeth A. Bell mitted to the community.

Bell serves on the Worcester County Board of Directors for Junior Achievement of the Eastern Shore and is a member of the Showell Elementary School Improvement Advisory Committee.

Meagan G. Bittner is a 2016 graduate

of Mercyhurst University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in interior design and prearchitecture.

Since joining the firm as an interior designer, Bittner has played a role Meagan Bittner in a variety of projects, including The Ross, a 13-story apartment building coming to downtown Salisbury.

Adam C. Faulkner joins the team as a civil engineering technician.

In May, he graduated with an Associate Degree in architecture engineering technologies from Delaware Technical Adam Faulkner Community College.

He has contributed to a variety of projects in Delaware, including conceptual work for two prospective Royal Farms locations.

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Four members of the Coastal Association of Realtors recently achieved National Realtor Emeritus status. Pictured, from left, are Kevin McNamara, Coldwell Banker Residential, 64th Street, Ocean City; Marlene Ott, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty, Ocean Pines; Coastal President Joe Wilson; and Sharyn O’Hare, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty, Ocean Pines. Not pictured: John Talbott, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty, Ocean Pines.

Gordmans, an apparel and home décor retailer, is scheduled to open on Feb. 18 in the Gold Coast Mall on 115th Street.

Gordmans is part of the Stage community of stores. Stage is converting its Peebles and other department store name plates to Gordmans in 2020.

Stage Stores, Inc. is a leading retailer of trend-right, name-brand values for apparel, accessories, cosmetics, footwear and home goods.

Agents ranked Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Ocean City offices recently had several agents ranking in December for the Greater Baltimore Region.

They are: Matthew James, first; Nancy Reither, sixth; Jamie Caine, ninth; Kim Bounds, 20th; Peck Miller, 23rd; Michael Nolen, 30th; Maryellen Rosenblit, 49th; Terri Moran, 56th; and Whitney Jarvis, 83rd.

Top teams: The Noyes Team, 10th; Cain Team of OC, 15th; and Katy Durham/Rick Meehan, 17th.

Emeritus status Four members of the Coastal Association of Realtors (Coastal) recently achieved the coveted National Realtor Emeritus status.

Kevin McNamara of Coldwell Banker Residential on 64th Street in Ocean City, Sharyn O’Hare of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty in Ocean Pines, Marlene Ott of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty in Ocean Pines, and John Talbott of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty in Ocean Pines were approved as National Realtor Emeritus by the National Association of Realtors (NAR).

A Realtor is eligible for Emeritus status after holding membership in NAR and Coastal for a cumulative period of 40 years.

Realtor Emeritus members are no longer required to pay dues to NAR or Coastal, and are exempt from NAR’s Code of Ethics Training requirement.

Wor. County soils seasonal, water table ebbs and flows Continued from Page 21 Worcester County soils are hydric (less than a one-foot seasonal water table), the “B-2” management area allows for some of those soils to support sewage disposal.

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Commission seeks to expand resort tourism

By Josh Kim Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) After a stellar 2019 season, Ocean City Tourism Commission continues to pursue its fourth strategic goal of expanding tourism and discussed how to do so on Monday, Jan. 13.

The first step in growing tourism is to expand the weekend, and while nothing was official yet, Ocean City Special Events Superintendent Frank Miller said he has a Glenn Irwin proposal with a Thursday weekend start ready for resort leaders.

Susan Jones, Ocean City HotelMotel-Restaurant Association executive director, said 90 hotels are preparing packages for the Shore Craft

Beer FeBREWary: Love on Tap beer festival slated for next month at the Ocean City convention center on 40th Street.

Seven beer bloggers are planning to attend the event, and about 200 tickets have already been sold, Jones said.

The festival is another event that ties into the strategic goal of expanding tourism, she said, as the city experiments with new activities to attract a wider range of consumers.

Department heads Melanie Pursel also gave updates for the month of January during Monday’s meeting.

Melanie Pursel, president of the Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce, said the Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast on Jan. 10 had a great turnout with

about 400 guests attending, and that keynote speaker, former Major League Baseball star Darryl Strawberry, was very gracious with his time.

The chamber is already looking for new speakers for next year.

Pursel also said her schedule is extra busy now that the Maryland General Assembly is in session, and that the chamber would continue to advocate for policies that protect Ocean City’s small businesses.

Ocean City DevelSusan Jones opment Corporation Executive Director Glenn Irwin gave an update on the organization’s projects.

He said there are currently seven façade and eight green building projects underway.

DONATION Over several months, Shore United Bank employees sold cookbooks to raise money to donate in honor of GivingTuesday, a global movement, where companies come together to give back to the communities they serve. Collectively, Shore United Bank donated over $7,000 to 23 different nonprofit organizations.

The Ocean City Development Corporation has 13 rooms in its building that it rents to Ocean City lifeguards.

Irwin said the corporation chose to maintain its rates for Ocean City Beach Patrol housing at $1,700 rent per lifeguard. He plans to focus on helping first-year lifeguards secure a place to stay during their summer stay, which typically runs from May to September.

The corporation is working with property owners to help build new employee housing on the backside of a 104 Dorchester Street building. The project would range anywhere from $10,000-$20,000.

In addition, Jones said the HotelMotel-Restaurant Association has already sold 150 out of 400 booths for its trade show held in March.

She also said the association will have its strategic planning meeting on March 26.

Jones went on to ask Miller whether or not the Winterfest of Lights at Northside Park on 125th Street would be extended, because she received emails from guests who expressed interest in extending their vacation stay in order to visit the displays.

Because of the positive feedback Miller has received, he said the event would be extended to Jan. 2, rather than ending on Dec. 31. The event was a big success with 103,000 visitors in 2019.

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Franklin completes Leadership Md. program (Jan. 17, 2020) Michael Franklin, president and chief executive officer of Atlantic General Hospital, has completed Leadership Maryland, a professional development program dedicated to building a better Maryland by harnessing the strength of its local business and community leaders.

Leadership Maryland honored Franklin, a resident of Berlin, and the entire Class of 2019 at its 27th annual graduation ceremony held Dec. 10 at the Lord Baltimore Hotel.

Franklin, who has over 35 years of healthcare management experience, joined Atlantic General Hospital and Health System as its CEO in 2005.

During his tenure, Atlantic General Health System’s network of primary care and specialty physician practices has more than doubled in size and the hospital has expanded to incorporate much-

needed services such as cancer care, urology, pain management and comprehensive diabetes care to keep pace with the growing needs of the community.

Franklin was one of 50 applicants chosen by committee to complete Leadership Maryland’s eight-month, hands-on learning program, focused on the state’s most vital social, economic and environmental issues.

He holds a Bachelor Michael Franklin of Science in Health Sciences from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, and a Master of Science in Healthcare Administration from Virginia Commonwealth University-Medical College of Virginia.

“The healthcare industry has experi-

enced a dramatic evolution over the past decade, and it continues to transform as hospitals learn to grapple with factors affecting patient health that fall outside their traditional roles,” Franklin said.

“Being a part of Leadership Maryland has provided additional insights into how I can help Atlantic General shape our future to be the best healthcare partner for our residents and visitors.”

Atlantic General Hospital has been providing quality health care to the residents of Worcester, Wicomico and Somerset counties in Maryland and Sussex County, Delaware, since May 1993.

Built through the commitment and generosity of a dedicated community, Atlantic General’s main facility in Berlin combines the warmth of personalized attention with the reassurance of medical expertise and advanced technology.

The not-for-profit hospital provides

quality specialty care in oncology, medical and surgical weight loss, orthopedics, and women’s diagnostics among other services.

Atlantic General Health System, its network of more than 40 primary care providers and specialists, cares for residents and visitors throughout the region.

For more information about Atlantic General Hospital, visit www.atlanticgeneral.org.

Wor. Habitat for Humanity honors members, helpers (Jan. 17, 2020) Habitat for Humanity of Worcester County held a holiday gathering on Dec. 11, at the ReStore facility in order to recognize board members, committee members and volunteers who serve in a regular capacity for the organization affiliate and the shop.

Gary and Shirley German were named the ReStore Volunteers of the Year.

The Germans are a true team, volunteering together two days a week since September 2018. They agree that volunteering at the ReStore is both fun and rewarding.

“In retirement, we have time to do positive things and to give back to our community,” the said. “It is a true joy to help and serve others.”

Volunteers contributed a total of 4,020 hours to the ReStore in 2019.

Beach Construction owner Colleen Deptula was awarded Habitat Business Partner of the Year.

Deptula took on the role of project manager for the Bishopville new home build. Her invaluable experience and kind heart helped the project run smoothly to completion.

Jim Savage was named Habitat Construction Volunteer of the Year.

Savage is a foreman with Beach Construction and gave many Saturdays of his time educating and training volunteers on what needed to be done on the build site.

Habitat for Humanity of Worcester County is grateful for all of the hours that its volunteers have committed to the Bishopville Build project, which was completed on Dec. 19.

Habitat for Humanity of Worcester County is dedicated to eliminating substandard housing locally through constructing, rehabilitating and preserving homes; by advocating for fair and just housing policies; and by providing training and access to resources to help families.

For more information about the organization, visit www.habitat worcester.org. Those interested in volunteering should contact volunteer@habitatworcester.org.

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Aquaculture Expo offers fishing gear, clothing, seminars

Second Delmarva Art Expo features homemade crafts

By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) The annual commercial fishing and aquaculture expo, the only one in the Mid-Atlantic region, takes place at the Ocean City convention center on 40th Street, this weekend.

The Maryland Watermen’s Association will host its 46th annual East Coast Commercial Fishermen’s and Aquaculture Trade Expo, with more than 4,000 people expected throughout the three-day event, Jan. 17-19.

“It’s the only expo in the Mid-Atlantic geared specifically toward the commercial fishing industry,” Irene Connor, public relations specialist for the group, said. “It’s a great place to come if you’re in the industry and you want to keep abreast of the issues, be it aquaculture, legal things or things that are happening on a federal or state level.”

Last year, around 4,000 to 4,500 guests attended the show.

More than 100 exhibitors will be selling commercial watermen gear and equipment including crab pots, oyster baskets, safety items, nets, buoys, rods, reels, crab pot wire, engines and clothing, as well as refrigeration and boats.

In addition, there will be vendors selling jewelry and toys for those who are less interested in bait and gear.

Last year, as a result of the partial government shutdown, vendors and guest speakers from organizations such as the Maryland Department of the Environment and NOAA were not able to attend the expo. A majority of those organizations are expected to attend this year.

On Friday night, there will be a cocktail party with an open bar from 6:30-8 p.m. featuring seafood hors d’oeuvres, salad, fruit and an oyster bar for $35 at the Clarion hotel on 101st Street.

After 8 p.m., it switches to a cash bar and there will be auction items donated from trade show vendors. Proceeds from the auction at 7:15 p.m. will benefit the Maryland Watermen’s Association.

Seminars will be held on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the convention center, with a focus on aquaculture and topics including trends in shellfish cultivation, maritime personal injury and aquaculture law.

“While a lot of the people that come through are commercial fishermen, it

By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) The second annual Delmarva Art Expo will feature homemade crafts and jewelry for sale during a juried competition at the Ocean City convention center on 40th Street, this weekend.

More than 40 vendors are scheduled to attend. Photography, paintings, woodwork, sculptures and fabric art are just some of the products that will be available to purchase.

Event Organizer Susan Childs was inspired to provide an art expo after one that was held in Ocean City stopped a few years ago. Childs, who is also an artist, used to participate in that show.

“I did the show a couple times and it was a really good show for the time slot,” she said. “I also promote the Wool and Fiber Expo in March and my friends said, ‘You should do an art show in the third week of January.”

The inaugural show drew around 1,500 attendees last year, Childs said.

“It did well,” she said. “Having over 1,500 … that’s great for a firsttime show.”

Thirty-two of this year’s vendors participated in 2019.

“Not only should people come if they want to purchase art, but they should come because it is really a beautiful show,” Childs said.

Vendors typically reside around the Delmarva area, though there are a few traveling from Pennsylvania and Connecticut. Local organizations like the Art League of Ocean City and Believe in Tomorrow will also be attending the show this year.

Guests will be entered into a drawing and eligible for door prizes, which include gift cards and items donated by vendors.

“People liked vendors coming in this time of year because there’s no other [art] shows around,” Childs said. “Customers are coming out because Christmas is over and it’s a very nice break.”

Admission for the Delmarva Art Show costs $5 for the weekend or $3 per day. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday.

To view times and sign up for classes, and learn more about the Delmarva Art Expo, visit www.delmarvaartexpo.com.

Heather Koch stands next to her “Gorgeous Gourds” last year during the Delmarva Art Expo at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center on 40th Street in Ocean City.

Ellen Lawrence, of Salisbury, poses with her watercolor creations during the Delmarva Art Expo last year at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center in Ocean City.

is open to the public,” Connor said.

“So, if you do sport fishing, too, or you’re just interested in the industry in general or just the sport, you’re welcome to come. There’s something for everybody.”

Tina Berger from the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission will speak during one of the seminars, providing an overview of some of the recent species of concern and what is being proposed for the future.

Once again there will be fresh seafood tastings provided by the De-

partment of Agriculture with Seafood Marketing.

The annual Waterman of the Year Contest will take place on Saturday around 2 p.m., where participants will compete for money, gear and prizes in individual skill competitions including net mending, rope splicing, knot tying and roping a piling. Children are also encouraged to participate.

“We really encourage the young kids to come out and compete because it helps make sure that the industry is See WATERMEN Page 26

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Continued from Page 25 going to continue and that there’s interest in it,” Connor said. “It really is enjoyable to see the kids come out and compete in the competition.”

To close out the show on Sunday at 3 p.m., the Maryland Watermen’s Association will hold a drawing for a Ford truck. The Association is selling 600 tickets at $100 each at the expo, in advance at marylandwatermen.com or by calling 410-216-6610.

Admission to the expo is $15 per day for adults, $25 for two days and a three-day pass costs $30. Children ages 12 and under get in free.

The expo runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday.

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(Left) Micky Fins executive chef Glenn Baublitz serves blue catfish during the 45th annual East Coast Commercial Fishermen’s and Aquaculture Trade Expo at the convention center on 40th Street last year. (Right) Nicholas Malec, 9, of Baltimore, participates in the junior Watermen’s Contest.

Berlin Restaurant Week ends Sun.

By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) Thirteen businesses are offering discounted and special meal prices for the fourth annual Berlin Restaurant Week until Sunday.

The 13 businesses are Crush N Crabs, DiFebo’s Restaurant, Fins Ale House and Raw Bar, the Atlantic Hotel, Baked Desserts Café, Burley Inn Tavern, Burley Café, Main Street Deli, Rayne’s Reef Soda and Fountain Grill, The Blacksmith, Gilbert’s Provisions, Burn Wood Fired Pizza and On What Grounds.

Cam Bunting, Berlin Restaurant Week founder and owner of Bunting Realty, came up with the idea after experiencing a similar promotion e in

Bethesda, where she was visiting her daughter.

“I like to see the variety,” Bunting said. “I think this is the time to try something new. I’d like the [restaurants] to try something different ... maybe there might be a new item that was popular during restaurant week that they would like to add.”

Diners can compete for a chance to win restaurant gift cards and $100 donated by Bunting by dining at three different participating restaurants by using Berlin Restaurant Week passports and getting them stamped at all three locations.

“I don’t have a restaurant, but if I had one, I would participate,” Bunting said. “It’s something different during the slow time of the year and it gets

people to come out and enjoy some good, hot food. Come the 13th to the 19th and enjoy restaurant week.”

Guests and diners can pick up Berlin Restaurant Week passports at either the Berlin Welcome Center on 14 S. Main Street or Bunting Realty on 24 Broad Street or at any of the participating restaurant locations. The drawing will take place on Monday, Jan. 20.

The menus from participating businesses will be posted online, on social media as well as on the welcome center’s front window at the office on South Main Street.

For more information about the event, visit the “Berlin Restaurant Week” Facebook page or berlinmainstreet.com.

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Annual blood drive planned in Ocean City for Jan. 21-22

By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) The 22nd annual Blood Bank of Delmarva Blood Drive will run for two days this year, Tuesday, Jan. 21, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Wednesday, Jan. 22, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Ocean City convention center on 40th Street.

Since its inception in 1999, the Blood Bank of Delmarva has collected blood from about 10,00 donors during the Ocean City event. Last year, just under 600 people registered to donate blood.

“Ocean City is [crucial] in terms of our mobile operations because we don’t actually have a donor center there and that’s one of the biggest reasons this has become the biggest blood drive for us,” Blood Bank of Delmarva Communications Specialist Tony Prado said. “It makes it convenient for folks in Ocean City and surrounding areas like Berlin and other places to donate there.”

Each year, organizers set a donor goal. This year’s goal is more than 600.

“It’s become this great annual tradition where a lot of people come out and donate,” Prado said.

Donating blood only takes about 510 minutes, but the entire appointment runs around one hour and 15 minutes. The donation appointment includes a mini-physical (blood pressure, temperature and pulse), medical history review, giving blood and postdonation refreshments.

The first 150 people to register will receive a gift. Every person who registers will be entered into a drawing to win a 42-inch TV. Some local businesses will be providing free refreshments for donors to enjoy after giving blood. They including pizza from the Dough Roller, fresh fruit from Walmart, cookies from the Worcester County Girl Scouts and sweet treats from Candy Kitchen and Wockenfuss.

People with all blood types are urged to schedule an appointment in order to ensure an adequate supply of blood for all patients during the winter months. Every blood donation saves three lives.

“We have 19 hospitals in [the] Delmarva [area] … those hospitals need blood every day, whether they’ve got cancer patients, emergency and trauma patients who might need blood … people undergoing scheduled surgeries who might need red blood cells and or platelets … the list goes on,” Prado said. “It amounts to constantly making sure that we have blood on the shelves in hospitals, because hospitals want to have blood on the shelf before they actually use it.

“They want to just be able to pull it off the shelf and take care of you right away in an emergency,” he continued.

“It’s our job to make sure that they’re in that position. We give them the tools they need to take care of people.”

Anyone who is between the ages of 17 and 79 years old (ages 80 and older should contact the Blood Bank of Delmarva eligibility coordinator at 1888-8-BLOOD-8 for medical approval), weighs at least 110 pounds, is in general good health and meets the minimum eligibility requirements may give blood as often as every 56 days. All donors must provide a photo ID or two other forms of identification, including date of birth.

Besides donating whole blood, there are alternative options available as well.

“Most people give whole blood, See DONORS Page 28

Salisbury resident Suzanne Murray, left, and Delmarva Blood Bank phlebotomist Joshua Armstrong help make Nancy Schwendeman, of Berlin, more comfortable as she donates blood during the 21st annual Delmarva Blood Bank Blood Drive at the convention center on 40th Street last year.

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Children, many of whom were first-time skaters, broke in the new synthetic ice rink during the “Elves on the Loose” event at the Worcester County Recreation Center in Snow Hill, Dec. 20.

Synthetic ice rink successful, new schedule to be released

By Elizabeth Bonin Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) Worcester County’s synthetic ice rink is on the move, most likely to Berlin next. The rink had its debut at the Worcester County Recreation Center in Snow Hill with on Friday, Dec. 20 with the “Elves on the Loose” event.

While there, families had the opportunity to skate, watch the movie “Elf,” take pictures with Santa Claus, participate in the Great Elf Hunt and create arts and crafts.

Program Director Allen Swiger said the event’s success was the sweeter because of the constraints of time and money.

“We had about 600 people come, which was a good start,” Swiger said.

“We did it in a time crunch and put it together very quickly with a limited budget.”

The Recreation Center also held open skate days from Dec. 21 to 23 and the 26 and 27. Swiger said that a combined 1,000 skaters came through for the open skate and Elves on the Loose.

“We had a whole lot of first-time skaters, which was very encouraging,” Swiger said. “We did have some experienced people show up and they tested out the ice to see how it felt and see if it had that real feel to it and they did. They said it was great and it was very similar to skating over ice.” A representative from Glice, the company that produces synthetic ice rinks, told Recreation and Parks staff that the rink would take two days to set up, but a team of 12 staff members only needed about three hours to set up and three-and-a-half hours to tear down.

“I told him at the beginning, ‘I know you’re here for two days, but we got a good team. We got people. We do this stuff professionally. I think we’ll move pretty quick.’ and we did,” Swiger said.

“It was actually funny how fast it took.”

Tom Perlozzo, director of Worcester County Recreation, Parks, Tourism and Economic Development, told Worcester County Commissioners during their Tuesday, Jan. 7 meeting that they were scheduling the ice rink all around the county. “Currently, we have plans to take it to the Berlin fire hall, upstairs,” Perlozzo said. “The auxiliary group will run the skating rink for us.”

Swiger confirmed that bringing the ice rink to Berlin fire hall next is the goal, but the plans are not official yet.

Within the next two weeks, he hopes to have a full schedule for the ice rink for the next few months.

Swiger said that the biggest scheduling challenge is finding an indoor space large enough. The rink is 32 by 52 feet. The department is focusing on indoor spaces so skaters won’t have to deal with the ideal weather. That’s a particular challenge for Pocomoke City.

“We need about 2,800 square feet of open space, and that’s at a minimum, to be able to accommodate everything that we need to do,” Swiger said. “Pocomoke is a much smaller town. There’s not a lot of buildings there that have that space. That’s our challenge now, is figuring out where it can actually can go.”

Perlozzo said he’s speaking with representatives from Pocomoke Middle School and the West Ocean City outlet mall to host the ice rink as well.

In November, the Worcester County Commissioners agreed to allow the Recreation and Parks Department to reallocate funds from special event savings to purchase the synthetic ice rink. The purchase cost was $69,000, but with donations, the amount was brought down to $49,000, according to Perlozzo. With

Continued from Page 27 which is one pint,” Prado said. “But a lot of people [also] give double red cells, which is also a pint. But the difference is, we’re taking twice as many red blood cells safely, but returning your plasma and giving you some saline solution to make up for the loss of red blood cells. And that’s a safe procedure, where instead of donating every 56 days like whole blood, you donate every 112 days.”

Organizers ask people who have active cold or flu-like symptoms such as fever or sore throat on donation day to choose another time to donate.

Those on antibiotics for infection must wait 24 hours after they are finished to give blood.

“I can’t understate how important Ocean City’s annual blood drive is because it happens right in the dead of winter when it can be challenging to get people to donate in the first place,” Prado said.

Donors who got a tattoo or body piercing must wait 12 months to donate.

Those who have travelled to certain parts of the world may be deferred due to a potential risk of contracting an infection that may be transmitted through blood transfusion.

A few tips for giving blood are to stay hydrated and drink eight to 10 glasses of water a day leading up to the blood donation, avoid highly caffeinated energy drinks and get a good night’s sleep. Eat a substantial meal within three hours before giving blood and afterward avoid participating in strenuous physical labor or athletic activities for 24 hours.

The blood drive will be held inside the Dockside Hall, and walk-in donors are welcome, but appointments are appreciated.

“We always try to tell people to make appointments whenever possible,” Prado said. “But having said that, we’re in the business of collecting blood … we never turn away walkins.”

To schedule an appointment, visit www.delmarvablood.org, call 1-888825-6638 or use the Blood Bank’s free mobile app.

Blood Bank of Delmarva is a nonprofit, community service program that provides blood for hospitals in the region. The organization provides the majority supply of blood for 16 area hospitals and a few secondary ones. More than 350 blood donors are needed every day to meet the needs of patients at these hospitals.

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HOROSCOPE ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, things may seem to be going smoothly when something unexpected pops up out of the blue. Thinking quickly will ensure you do not miss a step.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, you may want to help solve a problem at work, but in this case, it might be best to let others draw their own conclusions. Take a step back.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, teamwork is the name of the game in the days ahead. If you learn to work with others, seemingly unsolvable problems can be solved rather easily.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, your performance at work is a topic of discussion this week. Others’ recognition of your hard work will provide a confidence boost.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Communication between you and close friends this week is a breeze, Leo. You are able to tackle quite a number of subjects and may even plan a brief getaway trip.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, your week starts out on solid footing. All you need to do is maintain the status quo for the next few days and things will progress in the way that you expect.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Be proud of the way you are able to remain neutral in complex situations, Libra. This is why others will come to you when they need advice in the days ahead.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, others may misinterpret your willingness to offer an opinion as intrusive. Reassure them that you are just offering help, not trying to pry.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, you are tempted to color outside the lines and break all sorts of boundaries. But at this juncture in time, it may be better to play things a bit more moderately.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, if you are serious about your goals, you have to hunker down this week and draw out a plan. Seeing things in black and white will help you set your course.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, although it may seem foolish at this point to scale back on your workload, doing so will enable you to focus more intently on specific details and do your best.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 advertisements and sponsors, that cost could be even lower.

For more information, contact Swiger at 410-632-2144 ext. 2520 or aswiger@co.worcester.md.us.

Pisces, don’t be afraid to go off on your own this week. Sometimes you need some time to think for yourself to get into a zone.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY Bertha Sarpati, who turns 90 years old on Tuesday, Jan. 21, celebrates by posing on the yellow chair in front of Donoway Furniture off 130th Street in Ocean City, earlier this week.

OP Children’s Theater stage musical in OC this weekend (Jan. 17, 2020) The Broadway award-winning musical, “Legally Blonde the Musical JR,” premiers at the Ocean City Performing Arts Center on Friday, Jan. 17 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Jan. 18 at 3 p.m.

It features 30 Worcester County teenagers representing the Ocean Pines Children’s Theater, under the direction of Paulette DeRosa-Matrona.

The musical is based on the 2001 hit film, “Legally Blonde,” starring Reese Witherspoon.

It premiered on Broadway in 2007, and received seven Tony nominations.

The West End production, London’s equivalent of Broadway, was nominated for five Laurence Olivier Awards and won three, including Best New Musical.

Both performances take place in the Ocean City Performing Arts Center, located inside the Ocean City convention center on 40th Street.

Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. on Friday and at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday.

Tickets cost $15 and may be purchased online through Ticketmaster or at the Ocean City convention center Box Office, weekdays from 8-4:30 p.m. or on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For additional information, contact opchildrenstheater@yahoo.com.

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Enjoying the sports talk and dinner during the inaugural Believe in Tomorrow Hot Stove at Nick’s House of Ribs on 142nd Street, Thursday, Jan. 9, in the back, from left, are Nancy Harrington and Stan Kahn of Ocean City, and Sharon Devanna of Fenwick, Delaware, and in front, Paul Kahn, of Berlin, and Ocean City residents Theresa Skepton and Roberta Taylor.

Members of the Avery Hall Insurance Group of Salisbury gather for a photo during the inaugural Believe in Tomorrow Hot Stove at Nick’s House of Ribs on 142nd Street, Thursday, Jan. 9. Pictured, in back, from left, are Kevin Hayes, Jerry Littleton and Phillip Messick, and in front, Brandon Hearn and Joe Gast.

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Believe in Tomorrow Respite House Coordinator Wayne Little, left, and Nick’s House of Ribs owner Scott Heise celebrate a successful inaugural Hot Stove at the 142nd Street establishment on Thursday, Jan. 9.

Eleven men from around the area put on their best dresses for the second annual Womanless Pageant to benefit Believe in Tomorrow at the Dunes Manor on 28th Street, Friday, Jan. 10. The event raised $6,200 for Prom Candidate Sam Glaesar’s campaign.

The Art League of Ocean City held its annual Volunteer Tea on Nov. 14 at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street to thank those who give their time and talents to help make the programs and events of the Art League happen. (Left) Pictured, from left, are Pat Hammond, Sharon Hilty, Kathy Tobin and Janis Sabetta. (Right) Also attending, from left, are Sandy Glassman, Dell Purell, Ethel Jacobs, Janet Payot and Bob Younglove.

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Veggie and meat sauce over thin spaghetti

By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) Childhood obesity rate has more than tripled over the past four decades.

One factor that cannot be ignored is the increased TV, computer and smart phone usage. While modern technology is a valuable tool, it should not consume one’s daily activities.

Crime is another reason obesity is escalating in poor neighborhoods. Decreased safe places for children to play or simply take a walk has turned the scales in an unhealthy direction.

Changes in food environments that make “junk” food and beverages more available, affordable and appealing has skyrocketed, and is sending harmful messages to children and adults alike. Education must be implemented to a higher degree if change is to occur.

Eating healthy is a way of life and adjustments are key if children are to develop good habits. Fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean meats are always good choices, but that does not mean one has to give up starches.

These ingredients are popular among children and are very affordable for those on a strict budget.

One of my favorite ways to get children to eat their vegetables is to incorporate them into a meat sauce. The textures of the sauce are a great way to “disguise” the healthy additions.

In addition, the shredded vegetables will act as a natural thickener and give the overall sauce more depth of flavor. Following are a few, simple tips that will enhance your veggie, meat sauce.

Sauces are fortified broths. Chicken stock adds another level of flavor, and at the same time counteracts the acidity of the tomatoes. If one is a vegetarian, replace the chicken broth with vegetable broth.

Baking soda also helps neutralize the acidity of the tomatoes. When baking soda is added, a foaming action will occur. This is a good thing but use it sparingly as excessive amounts will cause bitterness.

Canned tomatoes are a great way to economize and are available yearround. Homegrown tomatoes are seasonal and can be quite pricy when making big batches of sauce.

But if one chooses to use fresh tomatoes, Roma are the preferred choice. They have less juice and fewer seeds.

Always remove the seeds from tomatoes when preparing a sauce. The seeds are bitter and unattractive. Visual appeal is just as important as the taste.

Spaghetti is typically the pasta as-

sociated with meat sauce. Thin spaghetti is just as good and helps save calories. Angel pasta is much lighter but the thinness of the pasta might not support the meat sauce.

Experimentation and personal preference will guide you to conclusion.

If your children have a liking for traditional meat sauce over pasta, consider the following veggie, meat sauce for a healthier approach. Ground turkey and Italian turkey sausage replace the customary ground beef and pork sausage.

Ground turkey has a tendency to break down over long periods of cooking and you might want to cut half of the turkey with ground beef. Just See EATING Page 33

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The employees of Nick’s House of Ribs serve up chicken, ribs and salmon during the inaugural Believe in Tomorrow Hot Stove at Nick’s House of Ribs on 142nd Street, Thursday, Jan. 9. Pictured, from left, are Dillion Collins, Chaz Kinelski, Mike Piotrowski, Ryan MacCubbin and Robby Lazzell.

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DJ Dusty, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Jan. 17 & 18: Half Moon, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.

PICKLES

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Judging the second annual Womanless Pageant to benefit Believe in Tomorrow at the Dunes Manor on 28th Street, Friday, Jan. 10, from left, are April Brilliant, Sierra Dacre and Alison Sappington.

706 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City 410-289-4891 / www.picklesoc.com Jan. 17: Beats By Jeremy, 9 p.m.

Jan. 18: UFC Fight McGregor vs Cowboy Jan. 20: Karaoke w/Jeremy, 9 p.m.

Jan. 22: Beats By Styler, 9 p.m.

Jan. 24: Beats By Wax, 9 p.m.

SEACRETS 49th Street and the bay, Ocean City 410-524-4900 / www.seacrets.com Jan. 17: DJ Tuff, 9 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.

Jan. 18: Full Circle Duo, 5-9 p.m.; DJ Cruz, 6 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.; Feel Free, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE

12513 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City 410-213-1841 / www.hootersofoc.com Jan. 17: DJ BK, 4-8 p.m.

66th Street, Ocean City 410-723-6762 / www.skyebaroc.com Jan. 17: Rick & Lennon LaRicci, 4-8 p.m.

Jan. 18: Monkee Paw, 4-8 p.m.

OCEAN CLUB NIGHTCLUB

WHISKER’S BAR & GRILL

101st Street, Ocean City In the Horizons Restaurant, in the Clarion Fontainebleau Hotel 410-524-3535 / www.clarionoc.com Every Friday and Saturday:

11070 Cathell Road, Suite 17, Pines Plaza, Ocean Pines 410-208-3922 /www.whiskersbar.com Jan. 17: Karaoke w/ Donnie Berkey

MORGAN PILZ/OCEAN CITY TODAY

Ocean City residents Bill and Shera Fuhrer have a fantastic night cheering for their favorite pageant contestant during the second annual Womanless Pageant to benefit Believe in Tomorrow at the Dunes Manor on 28th Street, Friday, Jan. 10.

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT

‘Eating healthy is a way of life,’ Walker says Continued from Page 31 make sure you strain all of the fat.

Another advantage of making your own sauce is that it allows you to control the intake of sodium and sugar.

The following recipe yields about four servings for a family of four.

Freeze the rest for future meals.

Enjoy!

Veggie, Meat Sauce over Thin Spaghetti 4 pounds ground turkey 2 pounds Italian turkey sausage 3 cups mushrooms, stems removed 1 small eggplant, peeled and quartered 3 zucchinis 3 yellow squashes 8 large cloves of garlic 3 large yellow onions, quartered

3 large carrots, peeled and quartered 2 green peppers, stems removed, seeded, and quartered 3 celery stalks, sliced chicken broth 5 (28-ounce) cans good quality crushed tomatoes 1 (12-ounce) can tomato paste 2 tablespoons dried crushed red pepper flakes 3 tablespoons each dried basil, oregano 2 tablespoons dried thyme kosher salt to taste 5 bay leaves several pinches of baking soda 3 tablespoons chicken base 5 tablespoons heavy cream 1 (16 ounce) box of thin spaghetti 1. In a large Dutch oven, sauté ground turkey until the meat is

cooked. Remove casings from sausage, break into small pieces, and again sauté until cooked.

Drain any fat, but do not remove the browned pieces in the bottom of the pan. This is considered the caviar of flavor. Set meat aside.

2. Slice the zucchini and squash lengthwise and remove the seeds.

3. Working in small batches, place mushrooms, eggplant, zucchini, squash, garlic, onions, carrots, green peppers and celery in a food processor and pulse until mixture is finely chopped.

4. In the same Dutch oven (do not clean), add enough chicken stock to cover the chopped vegetables. Place the lid on the Dutch oven and simmer for 1 hour. Stir occasionally, and check to make sure there is enough chicken

Wor. Prep students study butterfly and ladybug life cycles (Jan 17, 2020) Worcester Prep kindergarteners and third graders simultaneously studied the life cycle of butterflies and ladybugs for weeks this fall as part of their science units.

Kelley Burton’s and Heather Dennis’ kindergarteners raised monarch butterflies, while Lisa Good’s and Abby Harrison’s third graders raised ladybugs in their classrooms.

The students observed their insects going through similar metamorphosis by recording and illustrating the life cycle changes they witnessed.

Both the butterfly and ladybug go through four similar stages: the egg, the larvae, the pupa and the adult

stage.

Although they are going to miss their butterflies and ladybugs they raised, the students were thrilled to release them on the playground and in the Children’s Garden.

Worcester Prep kindergarteners and third graders studied the life cycle of butterflies and ladybugs this fall as part of their science units.

(Left) Third grade teachers Abby Harrison and Lisa Good prepare to release the ladybugs.

(Right) Kindergartener Isabella Labin observes a butterfly.

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broth.

5. Add meat, tomatoes, tomato paste, seasonings, baking soda, chicken base and heavy cream and cook uncovered for 1 more hour. The sauce will reduce, so it is important to stir it occasionally to keep the sauce from sticking to the bottom of the pan.

6. When the sauce is almost done, adjust the seasonings if necessary.

Cook pasta according to the instructions on the box.

7. Presentation – Serve more sauce than pasta; the sauce has fewer calories.

Secret Ingredient – Diet. “It took more than a day to put it on. It will take more than a day to take it off.”

– Anonymous

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COMMUNITY/SCHOOLS JUST MARRIED Judith Ann Whalan, of Ocean City, announces the marriage of her daughter, Caitlin Elizabeth Whalan, of Charlotte, North Carolina, to Robert J. Jones, also of Charlotte, North Carolina.

The wedding was held in Christ Episcopal Church, with a reception at The Terraces, in Charlotte, on Nov. 9.

The bride’s maid of honor was MacKenzie W. Keyser. Also attending the bride were Meegan J.R. Kennedy, of Ocean City, and Victoria D. Stukey, currently residing in Dublin, Ireland.

The bride graduated from Worcester Preparatory School in Berlin in 2008.

Following her graduation from Furman University, in Greenville, South Carolina, in 2012, she earned a Juris Doctorate Degree from Marshall-Wythe School of Law at the College of William and Mary, in 2015.

She now practices law in Charlotte, and is director of Individual Advocacy for the Council for Children’s Rights.

The groom graduated from Clemson University in 2003, and is the son of Joel Jones, and the late Patricia Jones.

He is a partner in the Investment Advisory Group LLC, and a member and director of the Charlotte Symphony Chorus.

Following a honeymoon in the Caribbean, the couple will make their home in Charlotte, with frequent summer vacations in Ocean City.

PRESENTATION Members from the Surfrider Foundation of Ocean City gave a presentation detailing efforts of their volunteer organization at a recent meeting of the Democratic Women's Club of Worcester County.

The next DWC meeting will be on Jan. 20, at the Ocean Pines Community Center, beginning with 9:30 a.m. coffee and conversation. Pictured, from left, are Leah Fuller, Harriet Batis, DWC vice president, Jane Robinson and Bonnie Preziosi.

DONATION Attorney Brian Clark presented a $3,000 check to Worcester County GOLD (Giving Other Lives Dignity) to benefit its Emergency Food Assistance Program. From Jan. 1 through Nov. 30, 2019, GOLD provided over $10,000 in emergency food assistance for 291 adults and 228 children who live in poverty and low-income circumstances in Worcester County. Worcester County GOLD is a small 501(c)(3) nonprofit, which depends on community support to enhance the lives of those less fortunate by providing emergency assistance to meet basic needs. Pictured, from left, are Bethany Didriksen, vice president of Worcester County GOLD’s Board of Directors; Sandy Sipes, GOLD executive director; and Clark.

THIRD PLACE The Worcester Preparatory School math team placed third at the 36th annual Eastern Shore High School Mathematics Competition. Pictured, from left, are math teacher Linda Bragg with students Eli Prushansky, Max Huber and Daniel Chen. See story on page 40.

GUEST MUSICIAN Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School welcomed Kevin Martin, local steel pan drum musician, instrument maker and MBS parent, for an artist in residence visit, Oct. 28-30.

PROMOTING KINDNESS Berlin Intermediate Peer Mediators recently sponsored and celebrated National Conflict Resolution Day on Oct. 17 by having the students and staff wear clothing that promotes kindness, peace and being positive.

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Stephen Decatur AP students earn college accolades (Jan. 17, 2020) Seventy-four Stephen Decatur High School Advanced Placement students earned special College Board distinctions following the 2018-2019 school year.

The College Board AP Program recognizes high school students who have demonstrated outstanding college-level achievement through Advanced Placement courses and exams.

The distinctions include: AP Scholar (granted to students who receive scores of 3 or higher on three or more AP exams); AP Scholar with Honor (granted to students who receive an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP exams taken and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams); and AP Scholar with Distinction (granted to students who receive an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP exams taken and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams).

AP Scholars: Hanna Beck, Sarah Beesley, Caela Berrie, Sarah Bianca, Madison Birckett, Gabriel Bradley, Gavin Bunting, George Cheynet, Matthew Clark, Abigail Crisanti, Taylor Curran, Mikayla Denault, Kathryn Dennis, Mia Dill, Collin Eitel, Lily Figge, Sofia Gordy, Kiley Hampe, Mary Helmuth, Briana Henry, Michelle Hernandez, Erin Hurley, Gabrielle Izzett, Hannah Johnson, Uriah Johnson, Isabelle Kristick, Johnathan Luu, Emily Malinowski, Amelia McKahan, Carter McClendon, Jenna Miller, Emma Moore, Madison Munn, Konstantinos O’Brien, Orre Omer, Kaitlyn Peters, Abinesh Saravanan, Hayden Snelsire, Samantha Stephan, Amber Whittaker and Grayson Wolf.

AP Scholars with Honors: Jude AlHamad, Ian Albert, Remy Andersen, Alyvia Ciurca, Tara Fischer, Drew Haueisen, Zebra Mirza, Danielle Munn, Prutha Patel, Sierra Payne, Kyle Shelton, Ivy Stearn, Logan Townsend and Eve Watsky.

AP Scholars with Distinction: Kevin Beck, Grace Beres, Connor Carpenter, Theodore Cooper, Noelle Dennis, Isabel Emond, Kirsten Graham, Davina Graybill, Shaun Guernsey, Elsa Jacobsen, Dana Kim, Dori Krasner, JaVaughn Marshall, Faith Murray-Exngh, Madelyn Nauschuetz, Puntakarn Noparat, Richard Poist, Sarah Proctor and Erin Trask.

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COMMUNITY/SCHOOLS

ART CENTER EXHIBITS (Left) Katrin Huber, education director at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street, exhibits her work as part of the staff art show in Studio E during January First Friday. (Right) Rosie Bean of West Ocean City displays her photograph as part of the "Shared Visions" show. The image illustrated the writing "Best White Dress" by Sally Crisp.

PHOTO COURTESY ASHLEY MILLER

GRADUATES The Ocean City Police Department congratulates graduates of the Citizens Police Academy, class 31, who completed the 10-week course on Tuesday, Nov. 19, at the Public Safety Building on 65th Street. Pictured, in back, from left, are Ronald Stevens, Jack Bailey, Albert Schroeder, Patti Hare, Worcester County Sheriff Matt Crisafulli, Ocean City Police Chief Ross Buzzuro, Luke Ramina and Meaghan Beach, and in front, Robin Pilkerton, Sherri Schroeder, Rebecca “Beckie” Joliff, Andrea Albrecht and Deputy Communications Manager Ashley Miller.

RED RIBBON WEEK

PRESENTATION

DONATION

The Ocean Pines Boat Club held its fall meeting in the community center on Oct. 16. Pictured are Dave Landis, Det. 1st Class Matthew Bertino from the Worcester County Sheriff's Office, and Tom Southwell. Bertino presented a video about the CRASE program, designed to increase a person's chances of surviving an actual shooter event or other critical incident.

During a recent Ocean City Lioness meeting, Marian Bickerstaff of Sarah's Pantry at the Community Church of Ocean Pines, left, spoke about their project for helping and feeding the less fortunate of Worcester County. Lioness President Amy Bishop presented a donation of $100 and many nonperishable goods for Sarah's Pantry.

SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) members are pictured with Jackie Ball from the Worcester County Warriors. Ball visited Berlin Intermediate School during Red Ribbon Week to speak to the sixth grade about the harmful and deadly effects of opioids.

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Valentine card program for veterans deadline Jan. 31 (Jan. 17, 2020) Start the year off by thanking a veteran for his or her service, with a Valentine card.

For the 18th year, cards will be sent to four veteran rehab medical centers to thank them for their sacrifices and to let them know they are loved, appreciated and not forgotten.

All area schools, clubs, businesses, organizations and individuals are invited to participate with purchased cards (no youth cards), but homemade cards are particularly appreciated.

No postage is necessary and the card should be addressed to “A Veteran.”

Through the generosity of Linda Dearing and the Copy Central staff, the cards, plus some candy, will be deliv-

ered to Charlotte Hall Veterans Hospital, Baltimore Rehab Center, Baltimore VA Medical Center, and Perry Point Hospital.

Drop-off locations are: Shamrock Realty Group, 11049 Racetrack Road, Ocean Pines; Copy Central, Cathell Road, Ocean Pines; the Ocean Pines Library, the Ocean Pines Community Center and Recreation and Parks Building, and other locations as they become available.

The deadline is Friday, Jan. 31.

For more information, call 410-2089390 or email ultimateenergy@verizon.net. This project is sponsored by Caring for America, a mission of the Republican Women of Worcester County.

Lower Shore Land Trust now seeking award nominations (Jan. 17, 2020) The Lower Shore Land Trust is seeking nominations for the second annual “Stephen N. Parker Conservation Legacy Award.”

This special award will be given in honor of the late, Stephen N. Parker, to recognize an individual for their enduring contributions to private land conservation on the Lower Eastern Shore.

Nominees should display a lasting and distinct dedication to conserving the vital lands of the Lower Eastern Shore.

Nominations will be accepted until Friday, Jan. 24, and award winners will be recognized at a special award ceremony luncheon in late spring.

Parker served on the Board of Directors of Lower Shore Land Trust and the Maryland Coastal Bays Program and is remembered for his work as director of the Virginia Coast Reserve with The Nature Conservancy – as well as his leadership with the Citizens for a Better Eastern Shore.

Parker’s background in business and nonprofits, served to bring together economic development and conservation – further preserving the health and pro-

ductivity of large ecosystems while meeting the needs of human communities.

In February 2019, the inaugural award was presented to Charles “Buddy” Jenkins, of Worcester County.

Through deed restrictions the Jenkins Family Trust, Jenkins is known to have preserved one of the most significant tracts of land in Northern Worcester County – totaling over 2,000 acres of forest, prime agriculture and coastal wetlands – and which serves as an ecological anchor for the coastal bays.

The Lower Shore Land Trust is dedicated to preserving rural lands, promoting vibrant towns and to building a healthier and more connected Eastern Shore.

It is a nationally accredited 501(C)(3) nonprofit that has, since 1990, protected more than 21,000 acres of pristine Eastern Shore farmland, critical habitat, streams, parks and trails.

For more information or to submit a nomination, visit www.LowerShoreLandTrust.org or contact Kate Patton at 443-234-5587 or kpatton@lowershorelandtrust.org.

Women’s March in OC this Sat. (Jan. 17, 2020) The fourth annual Ocean City Women’s March is set for Saturday, Jan. 18, at noon on the Boardwalk at the Tram Station near the inlet.

The march will coincide with the national Women’s March in Washington, D.C. and cities across the United States.

The purpose of the march is to focus on equal rights for women and celebrate the 100th anniversary of women’s right to vote.

“Everyone is welcome, regardless of political affiliation. We are especially encouraging women of all ages to turn out

and support each other, and we encourage all to vote in the 2020 election,” said Rosie Bean, one of the event’s coordinators.

Speakers are planned and a voter registration table will be set up.

Sponsors include 100SA Suffrage Centennial Celebration Committee, Democratic Women’s Club of Worcester County, FLIPs, and Indivisible Worcester MD. For more information, email 100suffrage@gmail.com or send a text message to 719-588-3643.

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

DOWNTOWN

South end to 28th Street

■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE RESTAURANT 15th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410-289-7192, www.captainstableoc.com $$-$$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Family-owned, serving fine seafood, steaks and poultry on the third floor of the Courtyard by Marriott.

■ THE CORAL REEF CAFE / HEMINGWAY'S RESTAURANT 17th Street, in the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2612, www.ocsuites.com/dining $-$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Four-story atrium cafe and an elegant dining room, Floridian/island-style cuisine, fresh seafood, fresh cuts of meat, farm-to-table produce, artisanal desserts, hearty sandwiches and much more.

■ VICTORIAN ROOM RESTAURANT Dunes Manor Hotel, OCEANFRONT at 28th and Baltimore Ave, Ocean City 410-289-1100, www.dunesmanor.com $$ - $$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full Bar Open year round. Oceanfront dining atmosphere with local, farm to table/sea to table cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Also Zippy Lewis Lounge with daily happy hour from 4-6 p.m., featuring Craft Beer selections and light fare menu; Milton’s Deck Dining; and tasty beach grillables at the Barefoot Beach Bar, in season.

MIDTOWN

29th to 90th streets

■ 32 PALM 32nd Street, in the Hilton Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2525, www.oceancityhilton.com/dining $$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Western Caribbean cuisine, Eastern Shore favorites, extensive wine list and gourmet desserts.

■ BJ’S ON THE WATER 75th Street, Ocean City 410-5247575, www.bjsonthewater.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Entire dining menu served 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m., seven days a week, yearround. Daily specials, daily duck feeding. Entertainment every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. No cover. Available for parties and banquets. Indoor and outdoor dining.

■ THE DOUGH ROLLER 41st Street and Coastal Highway 410-524-9254; 70th Street and Coastal Highway 410-524-7981 $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar

Breakfast served daily at West OC, 41st, and 70th street locations. Check out our new bar and happy hour specials at our new West OC location.

Order online at www.TheDoughRoller.com.

■ DRY 85 OC 12 48th Street, Ocean City 443-6648989, www.DRY85.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Steps from the beach. Gourmet “stick to your ribs” home cooking. A madefrom-scratch kitchen with every sauce and every dressing hand crafted. It’s that attention to detail that takes the concept of burgers, fries, pork chops and wings and turns them completely on their head. Late night bar. Seasonal outdoor seating.

■ LONGBOARD CAFÉ 67th Street Town Center, Ocean City 443-664-5639, www.longboardcafe.net $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving lunch and dinner. Lite fare to dinner entrees offering a variety of burgers, paninis, sandwiches and salads. The "veggies" menu features wrinkled green beans. Signature house libiations and signature entrees made with ingredients from local farms and fisheries. A family restaurant.

■ MARLIN MOON 3301 Atlantic Ave., in the DoubleTree Ocean City 410-280-1201, www.marlinmoonocmd.com $$ | Full bar Featuring Executive Chef Gary Beach.

Fresh cuisine featuring locally sourced seafood, steaks and vegetables. Small plate appetizers, fresh salads. Local craft beers and cocktails. Open for lunch and dinner, 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.

■ RED RED WINE BAR OC 12 48th Street, Ocean City 443-6646801, www.RedRedWineBar.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Steps from the beach. Coastal cuisine with a focus on local seafood and hand tossed pizzas plus artisanal cheeseboards. 35+ wines By the Glass, 120+ By the Bottle. Flights.

Luxurious colors and custom built couches. Late night bar. Seasonal outdoor seating.

■ SEACRETS 49th Street, Ocean City 410-5244900, www.seacrets.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Island atmosphere. Soups, salads, Jamaican jerk chicken, appetizers, sandwiches, paninis, pizza and fresh seafood.

■ SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE 66th Street, Ocean City 410-7236762, www.skyebaroc.com $-$$ | Reservations | Full bar Lunch, dinner, raw bar or lite fare, at the top of 66th Street and Coastal Highway. Happy hour, 3-6 p.m. with food and drink specials.

UPTOWN 91st to 146th streets ■ ABBEY BURGER BISTRO OC 126th Street, behind the Holiday Inn,

Ocean City 410-289-2525, 410-2502333, www.abbeyburger.com/oceancity $$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Large parties welcome. Craft beer.

Award winning burgers. Voted Best in Maryland, Wild Game.

■ BEACH BARRELS 13207 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250-0522, www.beachbarrels.com $ | Full bar Happy hour Monday through Friday, 3-6 p.m. Live entertainment Friday and Saturday. Featuring primo hoagie menu where premium ingredients are fresh, nothing is pre-cut. Open 7 days, 9 a.m. to 2 a.m.

■ BLUE FISH JAPANESE & CHINESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR 94th Street, Ocean City 410-5243983, www.bluefishocmd.com $-$$ | Reservations | Full bar Japanese and Chinese restaurant and sushi bar with beer, wine and cocktails. Dine in, take out and delivery available.

■ HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT 101st Street, Ocean City 410-5243535, www.clarionoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving beach-inspired dishes in our oceanfront restaurants, Horizons and Breakers Pub. All-day menu, available 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Deluxe Sunday breakfast buffet, open year-round.

■ NORI 11403 Coastal Highway (Gold Coast Mall), Ocean City443-880-6258 $$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Open 7 days serving lunch and dinner.

Our creative menu features hand-cut steaks, grilled fish, crab cakes, sushi and sashimi. Dine-in or carry-out.

■ REEF 118 118th Street, in the Carousel Oceanfront Hotel and Condos, Ocean City 410-524-1000, www.carouselhotel.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Oceanfront dining in a casual atmosphere. Serving breakfast, Friday through Sunday 7-11 a.m. Featuring a breakfast buffet or special order from the regular menu. Enjoy our delicious 3 Course Dinner for $25 served every Friday and Saturday, 4-9 p.m. with the choice of appetizer, entree and dessert.

■ WHISKERS PUB 120th Street, OC Square, Ocean City 410-524-2609, www.whiskerspub.com $ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Certified Angus® burgers and casual fare. Call for hours.

WEST OCEAN CITY ■ THE DOUGH ROLLER West Ocean City, 12849 Ocean Gateway 410-213-7655 $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Breakfast served daily at West OC,

41st, and 70th street locations. Check out our new bar and happy hour specials at our new West OC location.

Order online at www.TheDoughRoller.com.

■ HARBORSIDE BAR AND GRILL 128741 S. Harbor Road, West Ocean City 410-213-1846, weocharborside.com $-$$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Home of the Original Fresh Squeezed Orange Crush! Open every day, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Appetizers, fresh seafood, steak and pasta. Live entertainment Wednesday through Sunday.

■ HOOTERS Route 50 & Keyser Point Road, West Ocean City 410-213-1841, www.hootersofoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu and game room | Full bar New smoked wings with half the calories. Traditional wings, burgers, quesadillas, tacos and healthy salads.

Seafood selections with raw bar and crab legs. Sports packages and live entertainment. Large parties welcome.

■ POPEYE’S LOUISIANA KITCHEN Route 50, West Ocean City 443-6642105 $ | Kids’ menu Family restaurant. Eat-in, carry out or drive-thru. Open seven days, yearround. Every Wednesday, free kids meal with purchase of combo.

OCEAN PINES ■ OCEAN PINES YACHT CLUB 1 Mumford Landing Road, Ocean Pines 410-641-7222, www.OPyachtclub.com $$-$$$ | Full bar Amid a bay front setting, the Ocean Pines Yacht Club offers dining selections for lunch and dinner. Fresh seafood and signature drinks. Open Thursday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

■ TERN GRILLE 100 Clubhouse Drive, Ocean Pines 410-641-7222, oceanpinesgolf.org/dining $$ | Full bar Located next to the Golf Shop, the Tern Grille serves freshly-prepared breakfast and lunch items. Open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, weather permitting.

BERLIN ■ OCEAN DOWNS CASINO, POSEIDON’S PUB 10218 Racetrack Road, Berlin 410641-0600, www.oceandowns.com $-$$$ | Full bar House soups, small plates, sandwiches, burgers and entrees including steaks, chicken, veggie and Eastern Shore favorites. Dining room hours: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 411 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, noon to midnight; Sunday, noon to 11 p.m. Pub open late.

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THE OC RAVENS ROOST #44 PENGUIN SWIM TEAM Thanks all of those who donated to our efforts in raising over $14,700 in support of Atlantic General Hospital’s 26th Annual Penguin Swim, including Brian Porter

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Janice and Fred Mink

Callie, Charlie, Kelly & Tony Cordwell Robert & Ellen Rose

MR Ducks Pitt Stop Beer & Wine

Burley Oak Brewing

Hi Tide Dispensary

Twinings Lobster Shanty

Atlantic Health & Fitness

Taylor’s Restaurant Matt Ortt Companies/OP YC Paws & Claws Carl M. Freeman Foundation Crabs to Go The Shark on the Harbor Wax on Wheels Talbot Street Watersports The Crab Cake Factory BJ’s on the Water

Ocean Pines Yacht Club Pit-N-Pub OC Elks Golf Associates OC Elks Lodge #2645 Fox’s Pizza The Original Green Turtle Ocean Pines Association Ocean Pines Board of Directors IPA Del Mar Va Region 58 Ocean City Today

OCRR44 Mary Mac Foundation Buddy Trala @ Sunset Grill Bad Monkey, West OC Joe White @The Shrimp Boat Ocean City Today/Bayside Gazette Embers/Blue Crab House & Raw Bar Fraternal Order of Police Bethany Beach Lodge #16

And The Team; Rob Carpenter, Tom Maly, Bill Cordwell, Dennis Faber, Joanne Faber, Kiersten Faber, Mike Faber, Keith Faber, Cindi Brought, Lew Furman, Jim McKendrick, Maggie Miller, Gary Miller, Carol Munroe, Mike Eder, Kim Eder, Sheila Harding, & Member Emeritus, Paul Neal

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Worcester Prep math team places third in competition (Jan. 17, 2020) The Worcester Preparatory School math team placed third at the 36th annual Eastern Shore High School Mathematics Competition hosted by Salisbury University Department of Mathematics and Computer Science on Nov. 14.

Worcester Prep Upper School math teacher Linda Bragg coached the three-person team consisting of seniors Max Huber and Eli Prushansky and junior Daniel Chen.

The annual contest celebrates students who have an aptitude and enthusiasm for mathematics.

The competition consists of openended questions and the individual competition consists of multiple choice questions covering subjects such as algebra, geometry, functions and functional notation, exponents and logarithms, trigonometry, probability and statistics, logic and set theory, arithmetic sequences, geometric series, and number theory.

Birders scan the sky and water at the Ocean City inlet during the Winter Delmarva Birding Weekend last year.

Winter Delmarva Birding Weekend set for Jan. 24-26 (Jan. 17, 2020) The 2020 Winter Delmarva Birding Weekend invites hundreds of nature enthusiasts to the area, Jan. 24-26, to enjoy experiences including a near-shore maritime boat cruise, waterfowl, seal and eaglewatching trips, and jaunts through some of the most diverse habitats on the East Coast in Delaware and Maryland.

Spots remain on the Chincoteague Bay wilderness trip, Bombay Hook stroll, and Assateague trip on Friday, as well as Cape Henlopen and Ocean City over the weekend. Sign up for a trip or two at www.DelmarvaBirding.com.

Last fall, Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan issued an acclaimed Transactional Tourism Award for the event.

Harlequin ducks, eiders, purple sandpipers, falcons and more than 25 species of duck, goose and swan are on full display in the mid-Atlantic for about four months a year.

More than 100 species were tallied in 2019 during the winter weekend.

Seals are a huge draw too for the Lewes Boat Tour, with some 65 harbor and gray seals seen during one of the winter 2019 trips.

Guided by local birders with decades-long experience on the shore, the walking tours and boat trips accommodate visitors from the curious nature lover to fowl fanatics.

Last year, birdwatchers from more than a dozen states flocked to the winter event.

“We enjoy such an abundance of bird species in winter and spring that it just made sense to host winter birding trips,” said Worcester County Tourism Director Lisa Challenger.

“Most folks have no idea how spectacular the winter birding is down here,” said organizer Jim

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Rapp. “The sheer number of bald eagles and ducks is mind boggling. We host the event on the weekend between the NFL playoffs and the Super Bowl, so we hope you’ll get off the couch, bundle up, and get outside. Eagles and ravens are best seen outdoors.”

The Delmarva Peninsula is one of the country’s premier birding areas, thanks to an extensive variety of habitat protected by coastal parks, refuges and wildlife management areas.

More than 400 bird species have been recorded in the region and some Birding Weekend tallies have topped 200 species.

Indeed participants recount the event in terms of experiences rather than simply observing birds – thousands of snow geese lifting off a farm field, a majestic bald eagle soaring over the marsh, long-tailed ducks bobbing on the waves at the inlets, or the lazy nap of a seal on the Delaware bay breakers. An outdoor experience is the true draw.

If seeing so many bird species isn’t enough, participants should feel even better knowing that they’ve helped Delmarva’s birds by promoting birding and habitat conservation.

Birders, both novice and experienced, make an important statement about the economic value of birds and their habitats through the money they spend in local hotels, restaurants and shops.

Sponsors for the event include Worcester County Tourism, Boardwalk Hotel Group, Jolly Roger Amusement Park, the Delmarva Almanac, and Southern Delaware Tourism.

Event registration and sponsorship information can be found at www.DelmarvaBirding.com.

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

Fri., Jan. 17 FIBER FRIENDS Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:00 AM. Bring your lapwork and join the group as they knit, crochet and embroider. All are welcome. Victoria Christie-Healy: 703-507-0708, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

EAST COAST COMMERCIAL FISHERMEN’S & AQUACULTURE TRADE EXPOSITION Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM. This is the only show in the mid-Atlantic where commercial watermen and recreational fishermen can buy gear, equipment and services related to in-shore and off-shore fisheries. Also featuring many facets of the aquaculture industry.

There will be many industry related events, including educational and informative seminars on Saturday. General admission costs are $15 per day, $25 for two days or $30 for all three days. info@marylandwatermen.com, 410-2166610, http://www.marylandwatermen.com

BERLIN BOOK OF THE MONTH Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 1:00 PM. Featuring Catch 22 by Joseph Heller. Copies of books are available in advance at the library. 410-641-0650, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

TEEN BOOK CLUB ‘SUPERHEROES’ Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 2:00 PM. YA: Gone by Michael Grant.

Middle grades: Almost Super by Marion Jensen. Ages 12 to 17. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

SCOUTS BSA SPAGHETTI DINNER American Legion Post 166, 2308 Philadelphia Ave, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM. A fundraiser for the 3 Ocean City, MD. Scouts BSA units, Chuck Kelly, chuck.scouts261@gmail.com, 410-2597140

FISH FRY Bowen United Methodist Church, 8421 Newark Road, Newark, MD, 4:30 PM 7:00 PM. Platters are $10 and include flounder filet, macaroni and cheese, green beans, corn bread and dessert.

Beverage included for those who eat in.

BINGO FOR BABIES BONANZA! Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 6:30 PM. Doors open at 5 p.m. Every Friday in January the Knights of Columbus Ocean City Council

#9053 will donate all proceeds to The Grace Center for Maternal and Women’s Health. Cost is $22 to play all night. Refreshments available. http://www.koc9053.com

LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL, JR. Ocean City Performing Arts Center, in the Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 7:00 PM. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. An Ocean Pines Children’s Theater production. Tickets cost $15 and are available at the OC Convention Center Ticket Office; by calling 800-OCOCEAN or 410-289-2800; or online at Ticketmaster: Buy Verified Tickets for Concerts, Sports, Theater and Events.

Sat., Jan. 18 WALK WITH A DOC 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM. Meet at the Berlin Town Hall, 10 William Street. There is a short presentation by a doctor on a current health topic followed by a walk at your own pace while having conversation with the doc. Family and pet friendly event. Genie: 410-641-9268,

CRAFTY SATURDAY MAKE & TAKE ‘CLOCKS AND TIME’ Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Crafty fun for children of all ages. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

FAMILY LIBRARY DAY ‘PUZZLES & BRAIN TEASERS’ Pocomoke Library, 301 Market St., 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. For all ages. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

EAST COAST COMMERCIAL FISHERMEN’S & AQUACULTURE TRADE EXPOSITION Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. This is the only show in the mid-Atlantic where commercial watermen and recreational fishermen can buy gear, equipment and services related to in-shore and off-shore fisheries. Also featuring many facets of the aquaculture industry.

There will be many industry related events, including educational and informative seminars on Saturday. General admission costs are $15 per day or $25 for two days. info@marylandwatermen.com, 410-2166610, http://www.marylandwatermen.com

DELMARVA ART EXPO Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

A juried vendor show for all art mediums. Admission cost $3 per day or $5 for the weekend. Susan Childs: schilds2@verizon.net, 443-235-2926, http://www.delmarvaartexpo.com

OWL’S OF ASSATEAGUE AND ASSATEAGUE ISLAND ALLIANCE TOWN HALL Assateague Environmental Education Center, 7206 National Seashore Lane, 11:00 AM. Find out what these groups have been working on for the coming year, get an Assateague Island National Seashore update and enjoy a presentation on Snowy Owls and Project SNOWstorm by Steve Huy. Free and open to the public.

ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT FRIED CHICKEN DINNER New Hope United Methodist Church, 7338 New Hope Road, 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM. Menu includes mashed potatoes, greens, string beans, macaroni and cheese, beets, biscuits, dessert and coffee. Cost is $13 for adults. Carry-outs available. 410-543-8244 or 443-2350251.

OCEAN or 410-289-2800; or online at Ticketmaster: Buy Verified Tickets for Concerts, Sports, Theater and Events.

PORTERHOUSE STEAK DINNER American Legion Berlin Post #123, 10111 Old Ocean City Blvd., 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Dinner includes 14 oz. porterhouse steak, baked potato, garden salad and dinner roll. Tickets cost $16 and are available from bartenders at the legion post. Public is welcome.

AN EVENING OF JAZZ AND BLUES Germantown School Community Heritage Center, 10223 Trappe Road, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM. The evening’s entertainment provided by Everett A. Spells. Tickets cost $25 and are available at 410-641-0638.

FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET Saturdays - White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Featuring live music, chef demos, children’s activities and other special events.

Shop for everything from fresh local produce to unique handmade artisan goods.

Open to the public.

WIND FARM HEARING Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 12:00 PM. This is a one-time opportunity to have the community speak out before the MD Public Service Commission regarding the proposed offshore wind farms to be built directly off of Delaware and Maryland beaches. An Italian company (U.S. Wind) plans to construct dozens of 853foot-tall wind turbines, located on 46,595 acres of Atlantic Ocean, as close as 13 miles from the beach. http://www.oceancitymd.gov/wind

4TH ANNUAL OCEAN CITY WOMEN’S MARCH Ocean City Boardwalk at the Tram Station, 801 S. Boardwalk, 12:00 PM. The purpose of the march is to demand equal rights for women and to celebrate the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage in the U.S. Exciting speakers are planned, as well as a voter registration table and information about participating organizations. If you like, dress as a 20th century suffragist to honor those women who fought so hard for the right to vote. 100suffrage@gmail.com

Sun., Jan. 19 EAST COAST COMMERCIAL FISHERMEN’S & AQUACULTURE TRADE EXPOSITION Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. This is the only show in the mid-Atlantic where commercial watermen and recreational fishermen can buy gear, equipment and services related to in-shore and off-shore fisheries. Also featuring many facets of the aquaculture industry.

General admission costs are $15 per day. info@marylandwatermen.com, 410-2166610, www.marylandwatermen.com

DELMARVA ART EXPO Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. A juried vendor show for all art mediums. Admission cost $3 per day. Susan Childs: schilds2@verizon.net, 443-2352926, http://www.delmarvaartexpo.com

Mon., Jan. 20 CPAP MASK FITTING

LEGO®/DUPLO® CHALLENGE ‘READ ALL ABOUT IT’ Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 1:00 PM. Children ages 3-14, come flex your building skills. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

Atlantic General Hospital Sleep Disorders Diagnostic Center, 9733 Healthway Drive. Free mask fitting clinic for patients who are having trouble adjusting to their CPAP equipment. By appointment only: Robin Rohlfing, 410-6419726

LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL, JR. Ocean City Performing Arts Center, in the Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 3:00 PM. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. An Ocean Pines Children’s Theater production. Tickets cost $15 and are available at the OC Convention Center Ticket Office; by calling 800-OC-

REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR 5TH ANNUAL WHISKY WINTER GOLF OUTING AND SCOTCH DINNER The golf outing at Bayside Resort Golf Club, Selbyville, DE, on Jan. 25, will feature a shotgun start at 11:30 a.m. in a

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Register: delmarvashiskey.com/golf

DEMOCRATIC WOMEN’S CLUB MEETING Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, 10:00 AM. Coffee served at 9:30 a.m. Dr. Adam Hoffman of the Political Science Department of Salisbury University will be the speaker. New members welcome.

Ocean City Center for the Arts, 502 94th St., 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM. Writers from the Shared Visions show will read their work at and discuss what inspired them. Free admission and open to the public. 410524-9433, https://artleagueofoceancity.org

Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM. A supportive and safe place for members to share stories confidentially and spend time with others who understand. No sign-ins and no special advanced requirements to attend. Gail Mansell, gmansell@atlanticgeneral.org, 410-641-9725

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING

KIWANIS CLUB OF GREATER OP/OC

Tuesdays - Worcester County Health Center, 9730 Healthway Drive, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM. TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and a healthy lifestyle. jeanduck47@gmail.com

Wednesdays - Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway. Doors open at 7 a.m., meeting begins at 8 a.m. 410641-7330, http://www.kiwanisofopoc.org

READINGS FROM ‘SHARED VISIONS’ SHOW

and preventive care using the ancient wisdom of medicinal herbs. All supplies provided. Registration appreciated. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

DEMOCRATIC CLUB OF OCEAN CITY/BERLIN MEETING Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 12:00 PM. Casual event with a brief business meeting. Guest Speaker is former Senator Jim Mathias, Legislative Liaison for University of MD Eastern Shore.Bag lunch: DC OC/B members $10 and non-members $15. Email soonerlanny@gmail.com for info or to reserve your spot.

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM. TOPS is a weekly support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. Berlin group No. 169. Rose Campion: 410-641-0157

DELMARVA WOMEN’S A CAPELLA CHORUS Mondays - Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, 7:00 PM. Come and sing. Drop-ins welcome.

Carol, 410-641-6876

Tues., Jan. 21 OCEAN CITY BLOOD DRIVE Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Make your appointment today. Use sponsor code: OCCC. All presenting donors will receive a free limited edition long sleeve T-shirt. The first 150 donors to book an appointment will also received a free gift. Door prize: two 42 TVs. 1-888-8-BLOOD-8, https://delmarvablood.org

STORY TIME ‘FRIENDS’ Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 10:30 AM. For children ages 2 to 5 years. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

Wed., Jan. 22 OCEAN CITY BLOOD DRIVE Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Make your appointment today. Use sponsor code: OCCC. All presenting donors will receive a free limited edition long sleeve T-shirt. The first 150 donors to book an appointment will also received a free gift. Door prize: two 42 TVs. 1-888-8-BLOOD-8, https://delmarvablood.org

DELMARVA HAND DANCE CLUB

BEACH SINGLES

Wednesdays - Ocean City Elks Lodge, 13708 Sinepuxent Ave., 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM. Dance to the sounds of the ’50s and ’60s music. A $5 donation to benefit Veterans and local charities in the Delmarva region. Members and guests. dance@delmarvahanddancing.com, 410208-1151, http://delmarvahanddancing.com

Thursdays - Harpoon Hanna’s, 39064 Harpoon Road, Fenwick Island, DE, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Beach Singles, 45 years and older, meet for happy hour.

Info: 302-436-9577, 410-524-0649 or BeachSingles.org

OC/BERLIN ROTARY CLUB MEETING Wednesdays - Residence Inn by Marriott Ocean City, 300 Seabay Lane, 6:00 PM. 302-540-2127

WITTY KNITTERS Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Knitters, crochet enthusiasts, needle artists of all skill levels are invited. www.worcesterlibrary.org

STORY TIME ‘SNOWFLAKE PAINTING’ Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10:30 AM. For 2 to 5 year old children. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

GRIEF SUPPORT Thursdays - Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 11:00 AM. Coastal Hospice provides grief support and education.

Participants work together to help each other navigate through grief at their own pace. Free and open to the public. Nicole Long, 443-614-6142

BRIDGE WEDNESDAYS Wednesdays - Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, 10:00 AM 2:00 PM. Knowledge of basic Bridge (Goren/American Standard). 410-5965498

Thurs., Jan. 23

ONGOING EVENTS BOOK A LIBRARIAN Through January, contact your closest library branch to schedule a personal appointment for help with resumes, job applications, E-Reader or basic computer skills. www.worcesterlibrary.org

LAP TIME

IPAD CHICKS

Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 10:30 AM. Songs, stories, games and finger plays for children under 2 years old. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:00 AM. Explore the world of iPads while learning from each other. Register: Norma Kessler, 410-641-7017, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

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STORY TIME ‘QUIET AND LOUD’

SCRABBLE! DELUXE EDITION

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 AM. For ages 2 to 5 years. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

Any time, through January, at any Worcester County library branch. Participants are welcome to bring a group or start up a game with other patrons in the library. www.worcesterlibrary.org

Through January, ask at the circulation desk at your closest library branch. Form a club to figure out the clues. www.worcesterlibrary.org

REFLEXOLOGY: AN INTRODUCTION PLAY TIME Pocomoke Library, 301 Market St., 10:30 AM. A play date for infant to 5 year old children. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 2:00 PM. Learning session and demonstration with Diane Heck. Explore the health benefits of the application of pressure.

Register: 410-641-0650, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

ACRYLIC PAINT POURING Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 2:00 PM. Artist Dell Purrell demonstrates the fun of dirty pours and flip cups. Register: 410-524-1818, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

TRIVIA WITH JIM MECKLEY

GREAT BOOKS DISCUSSION

WINTRY MOBILES

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 2:30 PM. The group meets twice a month to discuss both classic and modern reading selections recommended by the Great Books Foundation. 410-2084014, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 3:30 PM. Combine natural elements and sparkle in this craft. Ages 5 and older. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

FAMILY TIME ‘CODING’ Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Learn to code using Scratch, Sphere BB8 robots and Cubetto. www.worcesterlibrary.org

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 2:00 PM. Prizes awarded to the top three teams. Register your team of 4: 410-2084014, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

FAMILY TIME ‘ICE CUBE PAINTING’ Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM. Be creative as you paint with colorful ice cubes. For all ages. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP LIFE AFTER LOSS

PLAY TIME Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 10:30 AM. A play date for infant to 5 year old children. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

REPUBLICAN WOMEN JANUARY LUNCHEON Captain’s Table Restaurant, Courtyard

by Marriott, 2 15th St., 11:00 AM. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. The guest speakers will be Pat Schrawder, representing Senator Mary Beth Carozza and Worcester County Commissioner Chip Bertino.

Cost of the luncheon is $20. Reservations: Ann Lutz, annlutz60@gmail.com or 410-208-9767 by Jan. 18.

HERBAL HEALTH AND HEALING Pocomoke Library, 301 Market St., 2:00 PM. Learn how to turn your kitchen into a space of healing for common ailments

NAACP MEETINGS NAACP meetings are held the fourth Thursday of each month. All are welcome. Info: 443-944-6701.

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Full Time Rental Agent Needed. Busy vacation rental company seeking a full time, year round rental agent. Must be professional and have great customer service skills. Real Estate license preferred. Willing to work weekends. Good administrative skills needed.

Small friendly company with competitive wages.

Please email resume to robbieh@centraloc.com

Seeking Rental: Mature Couple seeking YR rental in WOC. Must be handicapped accessible. Seeking furnished/unfurnished. No pets. 410-202-9451.

YR RENTAL - 5 Bed / 3 Bath Home in WOC, Cape Isle of Wight. Fenced-in back yard, 2-car garage with full upstairs storage space. New carpet, paint, available 2/1/20. $1600 per month, plus electric and cable. Resort Rentals, 410524-0295.

Full time & Part time To apply go to: www.mygcjob.com

Captain’s Table Restaurant 2 15th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842 Now accepting applications for the following YR position:

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Office Assistant Needed Full-time Position Seasonal (or) Year Round We have two busy rental offices We are looking for someone who can assist in our Ocean Pines and Ocean City office. q References required/Real Estate License a Plus q Professional/Friendly q Must be willing travel to properties mostly in Ocean Pines and Ocean City. q Must work most weekends as needed – No Evenings q Administrative skills needed Please fax resumes letters and references to or inquiries to

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Employment Opportunities: Year Round, Full/Part Time: Housekeeping, Wash Room, Dishwasher, Line Cook, Server, Banquet Server, Maintenance, Security Guard

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Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel Attn: Human Resources Dept.

10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 Phone: 410-524-3535 Fax: 410-723-9109 EOE M/F/D/V

Vacasa is looking for a competent, energetic, advanced communicator, and leader to join our team as a Security Manager. This person is a hard-working individual who will embody our values while ensuring the safety of all Vacasa owners, guests, and employees while at our 2,207 properties in Bethany Beach, DE. This person will manage 20-60 employees (year-round and seasonal) and 1 million dollar budget. Additionally, the Security Manager will work closely with the local management team on capital improvement projects. To apply, please visit our website at:

vacasa.com/careers

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Part-time position in law office. Proficient computer skills, Word Perfect, Dictaphone, telephone and light bookkeeping required. Familiarity with E-filing a plus, but will train.

Please respond by sending resume to P.O. Box 56, Ocean City, MD 21843 Male or Female Retiree PT or FT Janitorial/ Custodial Work Flexible hours.

Good references needed.

Contact Gene Brewis with Harbour Island at 14th Street on the bay.

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Classifieds Deadline is 5pm Monday

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YR Ocean Pines. Large 2 story. 3BR, 2.5BA, screened porch, fireplace, oversized garage. No smoking, no pets. Good credit. Security deposit plus utilities. $1495 per month. 301-509-6515

We Welcome Pets 7700 Coastal Hwy 410-524-7700 www.holidayoc.com

RAMBLER MOTEL 9942 Elm Street, WOC (Behind Starbucks) Sleeps 4, $250 per week Manager onsite 410-213-1764

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RENTALS Summer Rental is now accepting applications for the following positions:

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TRUSTEE’S SALE OF OCEAN CITY CONDOMINIUM UNIT

The Trustee named below will sell at public auction to the highest bidder on Monday, February 3, 2020 at 4:00 p.m., at Unit F-124, 12301 Jamaica Avenue Unit F-124, Ocean City, Maryland, Worcester County, all that property designated as Condominium Unit Number 124, Building F, Phase III of the “Hidden Harbour II Condominium” in Liber W.C.L. No. 1220, folio 470, et seq., being the same property described in Deed Recorded among the aforesaid Land Records in Liber 2851, at Folio 455, together with an undivided percentage interest in the common elements thereof, all as established by Declaration and Bylaws recorded among the land records of Worcester County in Liber 1220, folio 470, et seq., in “AS IS” condition, SUBJECT to all the liens, covenants, agreements, conditions, easements and restrictions as may appear among the land records of Worcester County, Maryland.

A deposit of $10,000.00 in cash or certified check will be required of the Purchaser at the auction. (A deposit will not be required if the successful bidder is the secured party (Plaintiff) in this foreclosure action.) The balance in cash, cashier’s or certified check shall be paid within 20 days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, said balance to bear interest at the rate of ten percent (10%) per annum from the date of sale to the date of payment. Time is of the essence for the Purchaser. All real estate taxes, wastewater and water charges, and Condominium Association assessments shall be adjusted as of the date of sale and assumed thereafter by the Purchaser. All settlement costs, including recordation taxes, transfer taxes and recording fees, shall be paid by the Purchaser. Possession will be given upon payment in full of the purchase price. If Purchaser fails to pay the balance of the purchase price when due, the deposit shall be forfeited and the property resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting Purchaser.

For further information, you may contact Ryan D. Bodley, Trustee, 410723-1400.

OCD-1/16/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE

OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 210 WALNUT ST. POCOMOKE A/R/T/A POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated July 25, 2012 and recorded in Liber 5944, Folio 386 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $44,900.00,

Ocean City Today / Public Notices default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on FEBRUARY 4, 2020 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. Tax ID #01-017292.

The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $5,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court.

There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser.

Any deferred water and sewer charges that purports to cover or defray cost during construction of public water or wastewater facilities constructed by the developer and subject to an annual fee or assessment are to be paid by the purchaser to the lienholder and are a contractual obligation between the lienholder and each owner of this property, and is not a fee or assessment imposed by the county. Any right of prepayment or discount for early prepayment of water and sewer charges may be ascertained by contacting the lienholder. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale.

The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repay-

ment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub. Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. Sub. Trustees will convey either marketable or insurable title. If they cannot deliver one or the other, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is return of the deposit without interest. (Matter No. 344750-1) PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et. al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-1/16/3t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 4340 East West Highway, Suite 600 Bethesda, MD 20814 (301) 907-8000 www.rosenberg-assoc.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE

OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 104 GRAHAM AVE. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from William Ray Wheatley and Betty Faye Wheatley dated August 31, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4778, folio 511 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JANUARY 31, 2020 AT 1:00 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with the buildings and improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. Tax ID #03-129152.

The property, which is improved by a dwelling, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $21,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money

JANUARY 17, 2020 order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. Interest to be paid on the unpaid purchase money at the rate pursuant to the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received in the office of the Sub. Trustees. There will be no abatement of interest in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement or if settlement is delayed for any reason. The noteholder shall not be obligated to pay interest if it is the purchaser. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of all real property taxes, including agricultural taxes, if applicable, and any and all public and/or private charges or assessments, including water/sewer charges and ground rent, to be adjusted to date of sale and thereafter assumed by purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale forward. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale forward. Additional terms to be announced at the time of sale.

If the Sub. Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law and equity shall be limited to a refund of the deposit without interest.

If the purchaser fails to go to settlement, the deposit shall be forfeited, to the Trustees for application against all expenses, attorney’s fees and the full commission on the sale price of the above-scheduled foreclosure sale. In the event of default, all expenses of this sale (including attorney’s fees and the full commission on the gross sale price of this sale) shall be charged against and paid out of the forfeited deposit. The Trustees may then re-advertise and resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser or may avail themselves of any legal or equitable remedies against the defaulting purchaser without reselling the property. In the event of a resale, the defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to receive the surplus, if any, even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulting purchaser and the defaulting purchaser shall be liable to the Trustees and secured party for reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses incurred in connection with all litigation involving the Property or the proceeds of the resale.

Trustees’ file number 75684.

Diane S. Rosenberg, Mark D. Meyer, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-1/16/3t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 4340 East West Highway, Suite 600

JANUARY 17, 2020 Bethesda, MD 20814 (301) 907-8000 www.rosenberg-assoc.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE

OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 37 FOUNTAIN DR. WEST, UNIT #3B OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Robert Griffin, Jr. dated March 3, 2008 and recorded in Liber 5071, folio 641 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JANUARY 31, 2020 AT 1:01 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with the buildings and improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and described as Unit LUG-BG-3B, in Phase 3, pursuant to a Condominium Regime established by and shown on a plat entitled “Condominium Plat Phase 3, The Garden Condominium II at Sunset Island” and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. Tax ID #10751500.

The property, which is improved by a dwelling, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $39,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. Interest to be paid on the unpaid purchase money at the rate pursuant to the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received in the office of the Sub. Trustees. There will be no abatement of interest in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement or if settlement is delayed for any reason. The noteholder shall not be obligated to pay interest if it is the purchaser. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of all real property taxes, including agricultural taxes, if applicable, and any and all public and/or private charges or assessments, including water/sewer charges and ground rent, to be adjusted to date of sale and thereafter assumed by purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale forward. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property

Ocean City Today / Public Notices from the date of sale forward. Additional terms to be announced at the time of sale.

If the Sub. Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law and equity shall be limited to a refund of the deposit without interest.

If the purchaser fails to go to settlement, the deposit shall be forfeited, to the Trustees for application against all expenses, attorney’s fees and the full commission on the sale price of the above-scheduled foreclosure sale. In the event of default, all expenses of this sale (including attorney’s fees and the full commission on the gross sale price of this sale) shall be charged against and paid out of the forfeited deposit. The Trustees may then re-advertise and resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser or may avail themselves of any legal or equitable remedies against the defaulting purchaser without reselling the property. In the event of a resale, the defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to receive the surplus, if any, even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulting purchaser and the defaulting purchaser shall be liable to the Trustees and secured party for reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses incurred in connection with all litigation involving the Property or the proceeds of the resale.

Trustees’ file number 76069.

Diane S. Rosenberg, Mark D. Meyer, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-1/16/3t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842

TRUSTEE'S SALE

OF VALUABLE TIME-SHARE INTERVAL THIRTEEN (13) WEEKS IN THE QUARTERS CONDOMINIUM OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND By virtue of a Claim of Lien recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and pursuant to the Order of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, Case No. C-23-CV-19-000367, the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the Quarters Condominium building located at 12108 Coastal Highway, the following described property located in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, on

1987, recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, in Liber No. 1285, folio 190, et seq; and pursuant to the plats described in said Declaration, and recorded among the aforesaid Land Records in Plat Book No. 110, folio 27, et seq; and as more fully described in the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions - Timeshare Ownership, dated March 12, 1987, and recorded among the aforesaid Land Records in Liber No. 1285, folio 220, et seq.

The property will be sold in an "as is" condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranties or guarantees.

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, or in other form as the Trustee may determine acceptable, in his sole discretion, with the balance to be paid in cash at time of settlement. The date of settlement shall be ten (10) 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 Trustee may exercise any of its legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser. The Trustee reserves the right to waive the deposit requirements as to the Purchaser representing the interest of the party secured by the Lien. Quarterly maintenance fees will be the sole responsibility of the Purchaser beginning from the date of sale. All costs of conveyancing, including transfer and recordation taxes, shall be paid by the Purchaser. 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., Esq. Trustee 410-289-2323 OCD-1/9/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE

OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON

FRIDAY, JANUARY 24, 2020 AT 9:00 A.M.

710 142ND ST. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

Series of Weeks C, in Unit No. 205, in the Quarters Condominium, being an annually recurring series of thirteen (13) weeks, together with an undivided percentage interest in the common elements thereof, as established by a Condominium Declaration and By-Laws, dated March 12,

Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated July 15, 2004 and recorded in Liber 4202, Folio 93 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $596,250.00, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub.

PAGE 47 Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JANUARY 28, 2020 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust.

The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $41,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser.

Any deferred water and sewer charges that purports to cover or defray cost during construction of public water or wastewater facilities constructed by the developer and subject to an annual fee or assessment are to be paid by the purchaser to the lienholder and are a contractual obligation between the lienholder and each owner of this property, and is not a fee or assessment imposed by the county. Any right of prepayment or discount for early prepayment of water and sewer charges may be ascertained by contacting the lienholder. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale.

The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid

PAGE 48 off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub. Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. Sub. Trustees will convey either marketable or insurable title. If they cannot deliver one or the other, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is return of the deposit without interest. (Matter No. 36247-1) PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et. al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-1/9/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE

OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 3001 ATLANTIC AVE., UNIT #402 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated March 2, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4667, Folio 118 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $265,200.00, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JANUARY 28, 2020 AT 3:33 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and described as Unit No. 402, “Sea Gate Condominium” and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust.

The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $25,000 in the form of certified

Ocean City Today / Public Notices check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser.

Any deferred water and sewer charges that purports to cover or defray cost during construction of public water or wastewater facilities constructed by the developer and subject to an annual fee or assessment are to be paid by the purchaser to the lienholder and are a contractual obligation between the lienholder and each owner of this property, and is not a fee or assessment imposed by the county. Any right of prepayment or discount for early prepayment of water and sewer charges may be ascertained by contacting the lienholder. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale.

The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub. Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. Sub. Trustees will convey either marketable or insurable title. If they cannot deliver one or the other, or if ratification of

the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is return of the deposit without interest. (Matter No. 331494-1) PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et. al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-1/9/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

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OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 51 OFFSHORE LA. OCEAN PINES A/R/T/A BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated July 26, 2010 and recorded in Liber 5519, Folio 29 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $243,000.00, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JANUARY 21, 2020 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust.

The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $13,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser

JANUARY 17, 2020 is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser.

Any deferred water and sewer charges that purports to cover or defray cost during construction of public water or wastewater facilities constructed by the developer and subject to an annual fee or assessment are to be paid by the purchaser to the lienholder and are a contractual obligation between the lienholder and each owner of this property, and is not a fee or assessment imposed by the county. Any right of prepayment or discount for early prepayment of water and sewer charges may be ascertained by contacting the lienholder. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale.

The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub. Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. Sub. Trustees will convey either marketable or insurable title. If they cannot deliver one or the other, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is return of the deposit without interest. (Matter No. 339710-1) PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et. al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-1/2/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

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OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 205 SIXTH ST. A/R/T/A 205 6TH ST. POCOMOKE A/R/T/A POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated January 19, 2008 and recorded in Liber 5053, Folio 589 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $116,250.00, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JANUARY 21, 2020 AT 3:33 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust.

The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $13,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser.

Any deferred water and sewer charges that purports to cover or defray cost during construction of public water or wastewater facilities constructed by the developer and subject to an annual fee or assessment are to be paid by the purchaser to the lienholder and are a contractual obligation between the lienholder and each owner of this property, and is not a fee or assessment imposed by the county. Any right of prepayment or discount for early prepayment of water and sewer charges may be ascertained by

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The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub. Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. Sub. Trustees will convey either marketable or insurable title. If they cannot deliver one or the other, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is return of the deposit without interest. (Matter No. 337382-1) PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et. al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-1/2/3t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 4340 East West Highway, Suite 600 Bethesda, MD 20814 (301) 907-8000 www.rosenberg-assoc.com

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OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 11500 COASTAL HWY., UNIT #118 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Patricia Ann Griffiths dated April 20, 1990 and recorded in Liber 1639, folio 254 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on

JANUARY 17, 2020 AT 12:30 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with the buildings and improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and described as Unit No. 118 in the “Sea Watch Condominium” and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. Tax ID #10-141834.

The property, which is improved by a dwelling, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $6,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. Interest to be paid on the unpaid purchase money at the rate pursuant to the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received in the office of the Sub. Trustees. There will be no abatement of interest in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement or if settlement is delayed for any reason. The noteholder shall not be obligated to pay interest if it is the purchaser. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of all real property taxes, including agricultural taxes, if applicable, and any and all public and/or private charges or assessments, including water/sewer charges and ground rent, to be adjusted to date of sale and thereafter assumed by purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale forward. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale forward. Additional terms to be announced at the time of sale.

If the Sub. Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law and equity shall be limited to a refund of the deposit without interest.

If the purchaser fails to go to settlement, the deposit shall be forfeited, to the Trustees for application against all expenses, attorney’s fees and the full commission on the sale price of the above-scheduled foreclosure sale. In the event of default, all expenses of this sale (including attorney’s fees and the full commission on the gross sale price of this sale) shall be charged against and paid out of the forfeited deposit. The Trustees may then re-advertise and resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser or may avail themselves of any legal or equitable remedies against the defaulting purchaser without reselling the property. In the event of a resale, the defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to receive the surplus, if any, even if such surplus results from im-

provements to the property by said defaulting purchaser and the defaulting purchaser shall be liable to the Trustees and secured party for reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses incurred in connection with all litigation involving the Property or the proceeds of the resale.

Trustees’ file number 72176.

Diane S. Rosenberg, Mark D. Meyer, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-1/2/3t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8TH ST. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE

TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 18109 Notice is given that the Circuit Court of Fairfax County, VA appointed Joseph W. Stuart, 10427 North Street, Suite 200, Fairfax, VA 22030 as the Administrator of the Estate of Esmond F. Stanton who died on February 19, 2019 domiciled in Virginia, USA. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is James E. Clubb Jr. whose address is 108 8th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842.

At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: Worcester County.

All persons having claims against the decedent must file their claims with the Register of Wills for Worcester County with a copy to the foreign personal representative on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, 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.

Joseph W. Stuart 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 2, 2020 OCD-1/2/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Carrie M. Ward, et al.

6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs

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vs.

DIANA M. BELL 2135 Wildwood Trail Pocomoke City, MD 21851 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. C-23-CV-17-000380

Clerk of the Circuit Court True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-1/9/3t _________________________________

NOTICE

Notice is hereby given this 2nd day of January, 2020, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 2135 Wildwood Trail, Pocomoke City, MD 21851, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 3rd day of February, 2020, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 27th day of January, 2020.

The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $120,000.00.

Susan R. Braniecki Clerk, Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-1/9/3t _________________________________ Law Offices of Jeffrey Nadel 4041 Powder Mill Road, Suite 200 Calverton, Maryland 20705 240-473-5000 Jeffrey Nadel Scott Nadel Daniel Menchel Doreen Strothman 4041 Powder Mill Road, Suite 200 Calverton, MD 20705 Substitute Trustees Plaintiff v.

Martin S Goldberg, Esq. PR for the Estate of Kathleen J Sykes PR for the Estate of Dennis Sykes 113 Austin Circle Berlin, MD 21811 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. C-23-CV-19-000262

NOTICE

Notice is hereby given this 31st day of December, 2019, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 3rd day of February, 2020, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in a weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 27th day of January, 2020.

The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $190,000.00. The property sold herein is known as 113 Austin Circle, Berlin, MD 21811.

Susan R. Braniecki

NOTICE

OF PUBLIC HEARING Monday, January 27, 2020, 7:00 p.m.

The Mayor and Council of the Town of Berlin will hold a Public Hearing in the Berlin Town Hall Council Chambers, 10 William Street, Berlin, MD. ORDINANCE NO. 2020-01 An Ordinance of the Mayor and Council of the Town of Berlin, Maryland amending Town of Berlin Code Chapter 24 “Solid Waste”.

The public is invited to attend and comment. A copy of the proposed Ordinance is available for inspection in Town Hall, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

OCD-1/9/2t _________________________________ Ayres, Jenkins, Gordy & Almand, P.A. Victoria L. O'Neill, Esq., Trustee 6200 Coastal Hwy, Suite 200 Ocean City, Maryland 21842 410-723-1400 BORDERLINKS I TIME INTERVAL OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. 11029 Cathell Road Berlin, Maryland 21811 Plaintiff v.

BARBARA K. SCHOFIELD, et al Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-19-000258

NOTICE

ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 31st day of December, 2019, that the foreclosure sale of the properties mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Victoria L. O'Neill, Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 3rd day of February, 2020, provided a copy of this Order be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in Worcester County, Maryland once in each of three successive weeks, before the 27th day of January, 2020.

The Report of Sale filed in the above case states the amount of the sales to be as indicated below for the referenced time-share intervals: Price Timeshare Wk 37, #Aal $1,000.00 Wk 41, #Aal ——Wk 42, #Aal $50.00 Wk 45, #Aal ——Wk 47, #Aal $50.00 Wk 8, #Ab2 $50.00 Wk 4, #Be31 ——-

Wk 12, #Be31 $50.00 Wk 16, #Be31 $50.00 Wk 50, #Be31 $50.00 Wk 3, #Bi35 $50.00 Wk 15, #Bi35 ——Wk 46, #Bi35 $50.00 Wk 47, #Bi35 $50.00 Wk 49, #Bi35 $50.00 Wk 51, #Bi35 $50.00 Susan R. Braniecki CLERK True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-1/9/3t _________________________________ Ayres, Jenkins, Gordy & Almand, P.A. Victoria L. O'Neill, Esq., Trustee 6200 Coastal Hwy, Suite 200 Ocean City, Maryland 21842 410-723-1400 VILLAS OF OCEAN PINES BORDERLINKS TIME-SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. 11029 Cathell Road Berlin, Maryland 21811 Plaintiff v.

DHARMESH S. PATEL, et al Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-19-000256

NOTICE

ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 31st day of December, 2019, that the foreclosure sale of the properties mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Victoria L. O'Neill, Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 3rd day of February, 2020, provided a copy of this Order be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in Worcester County, Maryland once in each of three successive weeks, before the 27th day of January, 2020.

The Report of Sale filed in the above case states the amount of the sales to be as indicated below for the referenced time-share intervals: Timeshare Price Wk 3, #Ad4 $50.00 Wk 8, #Ad4 $50.00 Wk 15, #Ad4 $50.00 Wk 17, #Ad4 $50.00 Wk 46, #Ad4 $50.00 Wk 48, #Ad4 $50.00 Wk 49, #Ad4 $50.00 Wk 51, #Ad4 $50.00 Wk 4, #Ag7 $50.00 Wk 10, #Ag7 $50.00 Wk 12, #Ag7 $50.00 Wk 14, #Ag7 $50.00 Wk 36, #Ag7 $1,000.00 Wk 38, #Ag7 $1,000.00 Wk 47, #Ag7 $50.00 Wk 51, #Ag7 $1,000.00 Wk 52, #Ag7 $50.00 Wk 18, #A112 $50.00 Wk 41, #A112 $1,000.00 Wk 43, #A112 $50.00 Susan R. Braniecki CLERK True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-1/9/3t _________________________________

JANUARY 17, 2020 Ayres, Jenkins, Gordy & Almand, P.A. Victoria L. O'Neill, Esq., Trustee 6200 Coastal Hwy, Suite 200 Ocean City, Maryland 21842 410-723-1400 VILLAS OF OCEAN PINES BORDERLINKS TIME-SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. 11029 Cathell Road Berlin, Maryland 21811 Plaintiff v.

THOMAS A. JACOBS, et al Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-19-000257

NOTICE

ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 31st day of December, 2019, that the foreclosure sale of the properties mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Victoria L. O'Neill, Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 3rd day of February, 2020, provided a copy of this Order be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in Worcester County, Maryland once in each of three successive weeks, before the 27th day of January, 2020.

The Report of Sale filed in the above case states the amount of the sales to be as indicated below for the referenced time-share intervals: Price Timeshare Wk 49, #A112 $50.00 Wk 5, #An14 $50.00 Wk 6, #An14 $50.00 Wk 9, #An14 ——Wk 51, #An14 $50.00 Wk 40, #Au21 $1,000.00 Susan R. Braniecki CLERK True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-1/9/3t _________________________________

NOTICE

TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 18113 Notice is given that the Chancery Court of Kent County, DE appointed Annette L. Lee, 8808 Doves Fly Way, Laurel, MD 20723 as the Executrix of the Estate of Sarah Gail Beall who died on April 21, 2019 domiciled in Delaware, USA. At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: Worcester.

All persons having claims against the decedent must file their claims with the Register of Wills for Worcester County with a copy to the foreign personal representative on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, 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

JANUARY 17, 2020 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.

Annette L. Lee 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 03, 2020 OCD-1/9/3t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF PROPOSED CHANGE IN ZONING SOUTHERLY SIDE OF US ROUTE 50 NORTHERLY SIDE OF MD ROUTE 346 THIRD TAX DISTRICT WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Pursuant to Section 1-113 of the Worcester County Zoning Ordinance, Rezoning Case No. 422 has been filed by Joseph E. Moore, attorney, on behalf of M and G Route 50 Land, LLC, property owner, for an amendment to the Official Zoning Maps to change approximately 18.65 acres of land located on the southerly side of US Route 50 and northerly side of MD Route 346, in the Third Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland, from A-1 Agricultural 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, JANUARY 21, 2020 at 10:30 A.M. in the COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' MEETING ROOM ROOM 1101, WORCESTER COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER ONE WEST MARKET STREET, SNOW HILL, MARYLAND 21863 At said public hearing, the Commissioners will consider the rezoning application, the staff file on Rezoning Case No. 422 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 sur-

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PUBLIC NOTICE The motor vehicles described below have been abandoned. The owners and lien holders are hereby informed of their right to reclaim the vehicles upon payment of all charges and costs resulting from the towing, preservation, and storage of the vehicles.

The failure of the owners or lien holders to reclaim the vehicles within three weeks of notification shall be deemed a waiver by the owners or lien holders of all rights, title and interest and thereby consent to the sale of the vehicles at public auction beginning January 16, 2020 or to have it otherwise disposed of in a manner provided by law.

Line No 1266-19 1270-19 1271-19

Year 1999 2011 N/A

Make MERCEDES GMC BACCIO

Model E320 TERRAIN MOPED

Color SILVER BLUE BLK/YEL

Style VIN 4S WDBJF65H9XA934360 TK 2CTFLUE59B6344793 MP N/A

Mileage 208,730 N/A 13,835

All vehicles will be sold at auction on-line at www.govdeals.com. For details call 410-723-6643.

AUTH: Ross Buzzuro Chief of Police OCD-1/16/3t ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ rounding 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. 422 and the Planning Commission's recommendation which will be entered into the record of the public hearing are on file and are available for inspection at 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 am until 4:30 pm (except holidays).

Joseph Mitrecic, President OCD-1/2/2t _________________________________

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Chip Seal Surfacing of Roadways Worcester County, Maryland The Worcester County Commissioners are currently accepting bids for county-wide chip seal surfacing of various sections of roadways in Worcester County to be completed by June 17, 2020 and requiring approximately 283,693 square yards of CRS-2PM Chip Seal for surfacing roughly 26.92 miles of road for the Roads Division of the Worcester County Department of Public Works.

Bid specification packages and bid forms are available from the Office of the County Commissioners, Room 1103 - Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863, obtained online under the "Bids" drop-down menu in the lower right hand side of the home page at www.co.worcester.md.us or by call-

ing the Commissioners’ Office at 410-632-1194 to request a package by mail. Sealed bids will be accepted until 1:00 PM, Monday, January 27, 2020 in the Office of the County Commissioners at the above address, at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. Envelopes shall be marked "Chip Seal Bid" in the lower left-hand corner.

After opening, bids will be forwarded to the Department of Public Works for tabulation, review and recommendation to the County Commissioners for their consideration at a future meeting. In awarding the bid, the Commissioners reserve the right to reject any and all bids, waive formalities, informalities and technicalities therein, and to take whatever bid they determine to be in the best interest of the County considering lowest or best bid, quality of goods and work, time of delivery or completion, responsibility of bidders being considered, previous experience of bidders with County contracts, or any other factors they deem appropriate. All inquiries shall be directed to Frank Adkins, Roads Superintendent, at 410-632-2244, Monday through Thursday, 6:00 am to 4:30 pm.

OCD-1/16/1t _________________________________

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Design/Build Construction of Concession & Bathroom Facility at Showell Park, Worcester County, Maryland The Worcester County Commissioners are currently accepting bids from qualified contractors for the Design/Build Construction of a Concession & Bathroom Facility at Showell Park located at 11281 Racetrack Road, Berlin, Maryland 21811 west of Ocean Pines, for the Department of Recreation, Parks, Tourism and Economic Development. Bid specification packages and bid forms are available from the Office of the

County Commissioners, Room 1103 - Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863, obtained online under the “Bids” dropdown menu in the lower right hand side of the home page at www.co.worcester.md.us, or by calling the Commissioners’ Office at 410-632-1194 to request a package by mail. Interested bidders are encouraged to attend a Pre-Bid Meeting at 10:00 am on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at Showell Park on Racetrack Road (MD Route 589).

Sealed bids will be accepted until 1:00 PM, Monday, February 24, 2020 in the Office of the County Commissioners at the above address, at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. Envelopes shall be marked "Bid for Design Build of Concession-Bathroom at Showell Park" in the lower left-hand corner.

After opening, bids will be forwarded to the Division of Recreation and Parks for tabulation, review and recommendation to the County Commissioners for their consideration at a future meeting. In awarding the bid, the Commissioners reserve the right to reject any and all bids, waive formalities, informalities and technicalities therein, and to take whatever bid they determine to be in the best interest of the County considering lowest or best bid, quality of goods and work, time of delivery or completion, responsibility of bidders being considered, previous experience of bidders with County contracts, or any other factors they deem appropriate. All inquiries shall be directed to Tom Perlozzo, Recreation, Parks, Tourism and Economic Development Director, at 410632-2144, ext. 2505.

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Will PSC session be a real hearing?

Before Saturday’s hearing on the design switch offshore windfarm developers made from big turbines to titanic ones, the public has to wonder about the exact purpose of this Public Service Commission forum.

Is it an earnest proceeding that will be considered and, possibly, used to require a reconfiguration of the towers or the windfarm sites themselves? Or will this be a pro forma exercise to satisfy the local demand to be heard?

Only the PSC members know for sure, but whatever it turns out to be will determine whether the mayor and council are tilting at windmills and if the Ocean City tourism industry carries any weight with state decision-makers.

It’s difficult to believe that the commission suddenly realized it forgot to ask members of the community most affected by these projects how they feel about it now.

And that’s the thing: most Marylanders say they like the idea of green energy (or don’t care enough to comment), but then again, they won’t be dealing with it up close and personal. Put a few dozen of these sky-cracking turbines up in the Chesapeake facing Annapolis, or plant a few around Fort McHenry, and we would see how many local endorsements they receive then.

Had one or the other been the case, that $1.7 billion subsidy the legislature approved in 2013 for wind energy development would have flown out the window so rapidly that it would have generated its own stiff breeze.

There’s no argument here or on the mayor and council that the need to get away from burning fossil fuels for our electricity is urgent. Other options must be explored and instituted.

Still, it’s hardly equitable to require one small area and the economic welfare of its inhabitants to make the one and only sacrifice for everyone else.

In the meantime, local speakers at Saturday’s hearing should keep their comments unemotional, nonrepetitive, factual, straight and to the point. No one knows whether the hearing officers will be listening, but no good will be served by giving them an excuse to turn a deaf ear to local concerns.

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PUBLIC EYE

Uncreatively uncivil

So much for civility. We all knew it was getting worse and by “we,” I mean all you (insert an insult here).

A day doesn’t go by that we don’t hear someone of note reverting to 9th grade smarty pants remarks and put-downs.

It was just yesterday, in fact, that a television reporter (you know, one of those mouth-breathing pot-stirrers whose parents faked their own deaths just to be rid of him) asked Arizona RepubliBy can Sen. Martha McSally how Stewart she felt about hearing new Dobson testimony in the impeachment hearings of you know who.

I didn’t mention the actual name of that individual, because I don’t want to get in a fistfight over how I am perceived to feel about all this.

The truth is, I think we’d be better off to going back to the tribal system instead of dealing with a bunch of (insert really bad insult here) politicians.

At least in the tribal system, I might have a chance of becoming a village elder, which, as I understand it, is someone who is smarter than the chief, but lost the arm-wrestling competition.

Anyway, the reporter asks the question, and McSally replies: “You’re a liberal hack.

I’m not talking to you!”

So there.

Now, maybe the guy really is a liberal hack and maybe he isn’t. I have no idea, because I don’t pay attention to television news pro-

grams about politics, politicians and all the people who interpret what they said or meant to say.

So, in other words, what McSally really said is, “No comment,” but noooo. She had to demonstrate her … something or the other … for the folks back home because she’s up for reelection.

Here’s the thing, it used to be that politicians were much smarter than they are now, quick on their feet and good with a put-down that has staying power.

For instance: “He has the backbone of a chocolate éclair.” – Theodore Roosevelt on President William McKinley.

“She probably thinks Sinai is the plural of sinus.” – British Parliamentarian Jonathan Aitken on Margaret Thatcher.

“The honorable Member is living proof that a pig’s bladder on a stick can be elected to Parliament.” – British Labor Member of Parliament Tony Banks on Tory MP Terry Dicks.

“Sir, I do not know whether you will die on the gallows or of the pox!” – John Montagu, the fourth Earl of Sandwich, to political activist John Wilkes.

Wilkes replied, “That, sir, depends on whether I first embrace your Lordship’s principles or your Lordship’s mistresses.”

So, come on, people, if you’re going to be snappish to individuals you don’t like, at least be creative and come up with something more memorable.

If I wanted to insult a reporter, I’d say something like, “Hmmm, that is an extremely important question. So why don’t you go get someone more important to ask it?

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Benefits of offshore wind project outweighs flaws Editor, The proposal to develop an offshore wind energy project in the Atlantic Ocean off Ocean City could have significantly more benefits to the town of Ocean City than drawbacks.

At 17 miles offshore, the 30 wind turbines will barely be discernable from the beach, especially during warm summer months when moisture-saturated air substantially limits distance viewing.

Of far greater concern for Ocean City are the long-term impacts of sea level rise.

With passions running high, it is important to take a broader and more balanced approach to this form of clean energy.

The transition off fossil fuels is becoming increasingly urgent as sea level rise, driven by climate change, is already being felt by the resort, especially on its beleaguered bayside flank.

Already having risen nearly a foot through the 20th century in coastal Maryland, sea level is projected to rise 2.5-4 feet by the end of the century, due to increasing ocean temperatures.

Our actions now can mitigate the severity of that rise.

The National Audubon Society’s recent report “Survival by Degrees” finds that two-thirds of America’s birds are threatened with extinction

from climate change, but offers reason for hope for 76 percent of these birds if we can limit global temperature increases to 2.7F. Research shows that most coastal birds use waters closer to shore than 17 miles for foraging and migrating.

There will be some bird impacts from offshore turbines at this distance but we must face the fact that a rapidly warming climate is a far greater threat to birds and to people.

Moreover, the prospect of significant blue and white collar jobs and a boon to the recreational fishery makes this ethical move forward even more appealing.

Ocean City should be lauded for its opposition to offshore drilling but mindful that the fossil fuel industry has consistently spread disinformation campaigns against offshore wind power.

Visitors to Ocean City enjoy a high quality beach experience combined with an intensely developed resort that offers the excitement of lively bars, restaurants, arcades, racy Boardwalk T-shirt shops, and high-rise hotels.

While mostly invisible wind turbines will cause little variance to this unique blend of beach and bustle, they could ultimately extend the majesty of this wonderful town to future generations.

Kathy Phillips, Executive Director/ Assateague Coastkeeper

Assateague Coastal Trust Berlin David Curson, Director of Bird Conservation and Interim Executive Director.

Audubon Maryland-DC Baltimore

shore wind is one of the critical pathways toward a just transition to the clean renewable energy required. The purchase of “Carbon offsets” is another pathway toward the carbon neutrality goal.

The honest pursuit of the goals of carbon neutrality is becoming the economic foundation for “Generation Z”.

Our willingness to abandon the economic “Status Quo” is the indicator of hope for our future.

Young people are eager for the life opportunities that a carbon neutrality goal promises.

Why Ocean City leaders do not see the hope and promise offshore wind development will provide for visitors to the finest coastal resort on the East Coast has been a hard question to answer.

Actually, younger people see the deny/delay strategy pursued by Ocean City town leaders as counterproductive toward being an attractive resort and thus to their economic growth goals.

Actually, it appears the Ocean City Mayor and Council policies really only represent a very small segment of wealthy property owners and largely the interests of the fossil fuel industry that clean renewable energy development threatens.

Our future depends on the development of offshore wind!

Larry Ryan Berlin

No need for debate, data shows wind energy crucial Editor, Wind testimony that is not permitted on Saturday, Jan. 18: The debate is over! The data is clear. The planet is warming and sea levels are rising.

Greenhouse gasses are the culprit and human excessive use of fossil fuels are the cause. For every gallon of gasoline burned, almost 20 pounds of CO2 (The most abundant greenhouse gas) is released into our atmosphere.

The last time there was this much CO2 in our atmosphere was over 2.6 million years ago and the average worldwide temperature was 3-4 degrees centigrade higher and sea levels were over 20 feet higher.

Climate experts tell us that the future of our civilization demands us to reach “Carbon Neutrality” by 2050.

How is this done? We must immediately pursue a “Just transition” to 100 percent renewable energy.

Reduce by 7.6 percent greenhouse gas emissions each year from now to 2030 is the target we must reach.

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OBITUARIES AUGUSTINE J. MACK, JR. Lewes Augustine “Gus” J. Mack, Jr., age 79, of Lewes, Delaware, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019, at Christiana Care Health Systems, in Newark, Delaware.

He was born on Oct. 6, 1940 in Baltimore, and raised in Locust Point, Maryland.

He was the son of the late Augustine J. Sr. and Marguerite Augustine Mack (Foster) Mack.

Gus was a proud veteran, having honorably served in the U.S. Army. He built a career with the Steamship Trade Association as a longshoreman, retiring after 44 dedicated years.

Gus was an avid sports fan and especially enjoyed rooting for the Baltimore Ravens, his favorite team. He was also a member of the Elks Lodge #2645 in Ocean City, Maryland.

Above all, Gus cherished time with those he held most dear. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, step-father, grandfather, brother and friend who was loved by many and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

In addition to his parents, Gus was preceded in death by his brother-inlaw, Joseph Mengele; and his sisterin-law, Irene “Toot” Mack.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 13 years, Marian (Agro) Mack of Lewes, Delaware; his son, Mark Mack (Kathy) of Abingdon, Maryland; his step-son, Sean Ryan Swift (Nicole) of Glen Arm, Maryland; his step-daughters, Kimberly Ann Carroll (Steve) of Cape Coral, Florida, and Kristen Ramsey (Daniel) of Severna Park, Maryland; his step-grandchildren, Christopher Biederman, Ryan Cook, Meg Swift, Jamie Swift, Maddelyn Ramsey, Emma Ramsey, Jackson Ramsey, Brittany Couto (Paulo), Steven Carroll (Natalie) and Stephanie Carroll; his brother, Raymond Mack of Pasadena, Maryland; his sister, Marilyn Mengele of Catonsville, Maryland; his in-laws, Bridgett and Vincent Pitt and Maria and Joseph Agro; and many more close family members, including several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020, at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church, 1530 E Fort Avenue, #1598, Locust Point, Maryland. Interment will be private.

Cremation arrangements were handled by Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, Lewes, Delaware.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions in Gus’ memory to www.riseforautism.org.

Visit Gus’ Life Memorial Webpage and sign his online guest book at

www.parsellfuneralhomes.com.

BARBARA S. HAMMEN Ocean Pines Barbara S. Hammen, age 80, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019, at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin.

Born in Baltimore, she was the daughter of the late Smith N. Stathem, Jr. and Patricia Johnson Stathem.

She is survived by her beloved husband, Joseph Hammen, and children, Jeffrey Barbara Hammen Hammen and his wife, Cheryl, of Roswell, Georgia, and Margie E. Calloway and her husband, Vaughn, of Ellicott City, Maryland.

There are two grandchildren, James Alexander Hammen and Grace Carson Calloway.

Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends.

Mrs. Hammen had worked for Baltimore County General Hospital in human resources. After retiring, Barbara and her husband moved to Ocean City and then to Ocean Pines.

Barbara enjoyed spending time with her friends and family, especially her Ocean Pines golf and bridge groups. She was a member of St. John Neumann Catholic Church.

A mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020, at 11 a.m. at St. John Neumann Catholic Church near Ocean Pines. Friends may call one hour prior to the service.

A donation in her memory may be made to: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the Ocean City Berlin Optimist Youth Endowment Foundation.

Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com.

MILTON H. A. PENNEWELL Snow Hill Milton H. A. Pennewell, age 60, died on Friday, Jan. 3, 2019, at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury.

Born in Wurzburg, Germany, he was the son of the late Noah Ames and Lieselotte Pennewell.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara (Bell) Pennewell.

He is survived by Milton Pennewell children, Brandy Pennewell (Florian), Annette Furst (Chase), Jackalynn Pennewell, Bethany Pennewell, Grace Pennewell and William Pennewell.

There are two grandchildren, Paul Pennewell and Ava Furst. Also surviving are two sisters, Sabine Nichols Continued on Page 56

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OBITUARIES Continued from Page 55 (Bruce) and Brigitte Pennewell.

Mr. Pennewell had worked as an independent painter. He enjoyed reading about history, especially World War II. Before his disability, he enjoyed working on his property, planting trees, boating on the Nassawango Creek and watching the sunsets from his front porch.

He loved a good bonfire with friends and family. Mr. Pennewell enjoyed long walks on his property and getting together with family.

Baseball was his favorite sport, particularly the Orioles. In the summer, you could find him in the pool listening to a game intently.

He loved music - all genres, and could always be convinced to go to a good show.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, Jan. 17, 2020, at 2 p.m. at the Burbage Funeral Home in Snow Hill.

Friends may call one hour prior to the service. Rev. Joshua Berry will officiate.

A donation in his memory may be made to: Worcester County Humane Society, P.O. Box 48, Berlin, Maryland 21811.

Letters of condolence may be sent via www.burbagefuneralhome.com.

DR. DOROTHY CATHERINE HOLZWORTH Snow Hill Dr. Dorothy “Dottie “Catherine

Holzworth, retired Snow Hill physician, passed away Jan. 10, 2020, at the age of 96, at the Harrison House Nursing and Rehab Center in Snow Hill, Maryland.

Born April 27, 1923 in Washington D.C., she was the daughter of the late Frederick R. Holzworth and Catherine M. Holzworth, Nee Thomas.

She was predeceased by her longtime companion, Althea “Tee “Barlow, in 2002.

Dottie attended the old Cathedral School in Baltimore City, and was a graduate of the Institute of Notre Dame. She was a graduate of Notre Dame of Maryland College, earning her Bachelor’s degree in biology in 1944.

She received a Peabody Scholarship to Catholic University and graduated with a Master’s degree in bacteriology in 1946.

In 1950, being one of only two women in her graduating class, she graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine.

Dr. Holzworth worked as anesthesiologist at Emergency and Doctors Hospital in Washington D.C. for five years and as anesthesiologist at Maryland General Hospital in Baltimore City for 17 years.

She was an instructor in anesthesiology at University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore City.

She worked closely with Dr. R. Adams Crowley and was instrumen-

tal in the development of the University of Maryland Medical Center’s Shock Trauma Unit.

Dr. Holzworth moved to Snow Hill, Maryland, in 1973, joined the family practice of Dr. Lamar and started her own practice in 1978 and conducted it until 1986.

She served as Worcester County medical examiner from 1973 until 2003, also served as a nursing home physician at Harrison House in Snow Hill until 2003.

“Dottie” served on the Snow Hill Town Council from 2000 until 2008.

She was a world traveler and a member of the Shillelaghs Travel Club. She was also a member of MENSA. “Dottie” was an avid fisherman, boater and a dog lover. She was deeply appreciative of her friends, neighbors, and caregivers who enabled her to remain in her home past her 96th birthday until she moved to the nursing home in July.

A visitation was held on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020, at The Burbage Funeral Home in Snow Hill, with a service following. Rev. Chuck Strickler officiated. Internment was private for family.

In lieu of flowers, she wanted donations to be sent to the Worcester County Commission on Aging, Meals on Wheels Program, P.O. Box 159, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863, or the Humane Society of Wicomico

County, 5130 Citation Dr., Salisbury, Maryland 21804.

Arrangements are in care of the Burbage Funeral Home in Snow Hill, Maryland. Condolences may be made via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com.

LAWRENCE JOHN JOCK, JR. Ocean City Lawrence John Jock, Jr., (affectionately known as Big Larry), age 58, of Ocean City, died suddenly on Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020.

He was born in Camden, New Jersey, and was the son of Maureen (Kelly) Jock and the late Lawrence John Jock, Sr. Larry graduated from Kean University in Union, New Jersey, Larry Jock Jr. where he received his Bachelors of Science in accounting. He then started a 35year career in the newspaper business where he worked primarily for Gannett.

In 2005, he became owner, editor, photographer and publisher of the Coastal Fisherman newspaper.

He was a member of Holy Savior Catholic Church and had served on the finance committee. He was also a member of the Synepuxent Gun Club, Salisbury Gun Club and the Ocean City Marlin Club.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 34 years, Mary Jock; a son, Lawrence Jock III (affectionately known as Little Larry); two brothers, Tom Jock and his wife, Maria, of Ocean City, and John Jock and his wife, Sue, of Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey.

Larry is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Larry will be missed tremendously by his family, friends and the entire Ocean City community. His robust and infectious laugh lit up every room he entered.

Larry was a truly devoted family man and was his family’s rock. His genuine kindness, intense loyalty and compassion touched many lives.

He excelled at everything he pursued in life, and did it all with a passion second to none. His love of fishing sparked a lasting impact on the Delmarva fishing community.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020 at Holy Savior Catholic Church, 1705 Philadelphia Avenue in Ocean City. Visitation will be from 9-11 a.m. at the church, prior to the mass.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Autistic Children’s Support Group of Worcester County, P.O. Box 1322, Ocean Pines, Maryland 21811, or the Ocean City Reef Foundation, P.O. Box 1072, Ocean City, Maryland 21843.

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After OT loss, WP boys’ basketball team earns win

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Jan. 17, 2020) After falling in overtime on Monday to the Chincoteague Ponies, the Worcester Prep boys’ basketball team scored a big win two days later over the Salisbury Christian Jaguars.

Worcester hosted Chincoteague on Monday. After trailing most of the game, and by as much as 12 points in the fourth quarter, the Mallards started to chip away Keith Geiger at the Ponies’ advantage.

Worcester junior Mason Brown hit a three with 51 seconds left in the game to tie the score, 38-38.

Points were traded in the overtime period, but Chincoteague came out on top, 49-45.

“The first quarter was bad. We were lethargic and didn’t really have the energy on offense or defense. The second quarter was a bit better, but really it wasn’t until the second half and especially the fourth quarter when we started to pick up the pace and get some confidence,” Prep Coach Keith Geiger said. “We fought back and showed some determination in the fourth quarter, but by then it was a little late. In overtime, Chincoteague made all their foul shots and made a key three pointer and that about sealed it.”

Sophomore Brice Richins led Worcester with 15 points and 14 rebounds. Brown and junior Connor Carpenter scored 11 points each.

Worcester’s defense was solid on Wednesday in Salisbury, but the team struggled on offense. Geiger said the Jaguars’ man-to-man defense also gave his team some trouble.

“We kind of freeze up on man-toman, because we don’t see it often,” he said.

The Mallards outscored the Jaguars, 6-2, in the first quarter. The home team pulled ahead in the second quarter. At halftime, Salisbury held a 15-10 advantage.

During the break, Geiger said he discussed with his players some way to get a few easy baskets.

Down 19-10 with just under four minutes remaining in the third, the Mallards started to battle back.

At the end of the third, Salisbury was ahead by just one point, 21-20.

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(Above) Worcester Prep junior Connor Carpenter avoids two Chincoteague players and scores during Monday’s game in Berlin. He finished with 11 points. (Right) Prep sophomore Michael Wehberg dribbles past a Chincoteague player. Worcester lost in overtime, 49-45.

WP Lady Mallards come out strong, get 2 wins this wk.

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Jan. 17, 2020) The Worcester Prep girls’ basketball team picked up two more Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference victories this week, topping Saints Peter & Paul, 51-10, and Salisbury Christian, 6325.

The Lady Mallards headed to Easton on Monday to face the Saints Peter & Paul Sabres.

The Prep squad outscored its opponent, 16-2, in the first quarter.

“They played great. They were excited to play,” Prep Coach Brian McDermott said. “They came out of the gate strong.”

At halftime, the Mallards led 23-4.

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Worcester Prep junior Mason Brown shoots over two Chincoteague players during Monday’s game in Berlin. He scored 11 points.

“We got a couple layups off fast breaks and that sort of helped,” Geiger said.

Worcester outscored Salisbury, 118, in the final quarter to win, 31-29. “[Junior] Brugh [Moore] had a bunch of good shots and [senior captain] Ryan [Cronin] hit a three and those were the big shots of the game for us,” Geiger said.

Moore led Worcester with 10

points. He also have five rebounds and three assists. Brown scored eight and had three assists and two steals.

“Defense was good all game. They were trying hard and fighting, but we couldn’t get anything going offensively,” Geiger said. “We missed a ton of layups and we missed all our foul shots – we were 0-7.”

In addition to solid defense, Geiger said the Mallards’ energy was great

and they played with intensity.

“It was an important conference game,” he said. “It was a good win.”

Worcester will host the Holly Grove Eagles, today, Friday, at 6 p.m.

On Monday, the Prep team will play the Delmarva Christian Royals at 1 p.m. in Georgetown, Delaware.

Worcester students have semester exams next week, followed by a week off for winter break.

“We’ve been playing well,” Geiger said. “The things we can control – effort and enthusiasm – have been good so far.”

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Mallards ‘playing good basketball right now’ Continued from Page 57 Worcester had gained a 35-8 advantage.

“They played great defense. Every day we’re building toward making our defense better, and I’m seeing a difference,” McDermott said.

The younger, less experienced players are also gaining more confidence, he added.

Junior CC Lizas and sophomore Lily Baeurle scored eight points apiece. Lizas also had six rebounds, three steals, two assists and a block.

Baeurle chipped in with two rebounds, three assists, three steals and three blocks.

Sophomore Sumira Sehgal contributed with seven points and two

rebounds.

“The last two or three games she’s come out of her shell,” McDermott said. “She’s starting to gain some confiB. McDermott dence in herself.”

Senior captain Carly Hoffman score four points and had seven steals, four rebounds and three assists.

“Everybody scored. Everybody contributed. It was a team win,” McDermott said. “I feel like everything’s going the right way.”

Worcester was back on the road Wednesday, traveling to Salisbury to play the Salisbury Christian Jaguars.

“They came out ready to play,” McDermott said. “They played phenomenal basketball, team-oriented basketball. Everyone scored again.”

The Mallards put 22 points on the board in the first quarter and held Salisbury to six points.

The Prep team’s press was successful, causing Salisbury to turn the ball over. The Mallards capitalized on the turnovers, converting them into points.

They led 35-13 at halftime. After three quarters, the Prep team was ahead, 51-17.

Three players scored double digits.

Baeurle netted 15 points and had six steals. Lizas score 14 points and had 12 rebounds and four steals.

Hoffman chipped in with 10 points, four rebounds, four steals and five assists.

“Carly played tenacious defense,” McDermott said. “CC and Lily had a great game. Like Carly, those girls are just fierce.”

Worcester will host the Holly Grove Eagles, today, Friday, at 4:30 p.m.

Next week Worcester students have semester exams, followed by a week off for winter break.

“Everybody’s playing good basketball right now. Good team basketball,” McDermott said. “They’re still hunting to cut down the net at the end of the season [and win a championship].”

Decatur swim squads log big wins over KC Lady Seahawks take first and second in all events, five races get top 3 spots

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Jan. 17, 2020) The Stephen Decatur girls’ and boys’ swim teams won by large margins over the Kent County Trojans on Tuesday at Washington College in Chestertown, Maryland.

The Lady Seahawks came out on top, 132-25.

The squad took first and second place in all events. In five of the races Decatur placed first, second and third.

Coach Kristina Watts mixed it up a bit, she said, putting girls in different events than they typically swim in.

“They all had positive attitudes,” she said. “It’s been refreshing for me as a coach when I put them in new, hard events, and the girls are finding they succeed in those events.”

Watts said girls have certain

events they are strong in, but she plans to keep experimenting with the lineup.

Seahawks who won their individual events were: sophomores Emma Sperry (50-yard freestyle, 28.56 seconds; 100-yard butterfly, 1:11.61) and Gracie Coker (100yard backstroke, 1:12.79), and freshmen Emma Coyman (200-yard freestyle, 2:27.53), Natalie Canham (200IM, 2:32.69; 100-yard Steve Deakyne breaststroke, 1:18.46), Kayden Hamby (100-yard freestyle, 1:03.88) and Katelyn Pizlo (500-yard freestyle, 6:33.92).

Canham, Coyman, Sperry and sophomore Farrah Brown out-swam their competition in the 200-yard medley relay race (2:10.77).

Sperry, Coyman, Hamby and senior captain Kiley Hamby were victorious in the 200-yard freestyle relay race (2:02.01).

The 400-yard relay team of

Brown, Coker, Canham and Kayden Hamby also came in first place (4:26.13).

“I’m happy with the way they swam. They’ve been working hard at practice,” Watts said.

The boys’ team won, 92-70. The Seahawks came in first place in all but one event. They took first and second, or first and third in several races.

Decatur swimmers who earned victories Kristina Watts in their individual events were: senior captain Richard Poist (50-yard freestyle, 24.32 seconds; 100-yard freestyle, 59.23 seconds), juniors Caleb Vaxmonsky (500-yard freestyle, 6:00.75; 100-yard backstroke, 1:03.53) and Jack Slaysman (100-yard breaststroke, 1:09.16), and freshman Gavin Stearn (200IM, 2:10.63; 100-yard freestyle, 56.45 seconds).

Vaxmonsky, Slaysman, Poist and Stearn out-swam their competition

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in the 200-yard medley relay race (1:48.91).

Slaysman, Poist, junior Patrick O’Halloran and sophomore Luke Bahlman scored a victory in the 200yard freestyle relay race (1:43.65).

Stearn, Bahlman, O’Halloran and Vaxmonsky won the 400-yard freestyle relay race (3:56.37).

“The times were not quite as good as last meet, but they still did a really good job,” said Coach Steve Deakyne.

“There were a couple good times.”

Deakyne also put some swimmers in different events to see how they perform.

“As the season winds down we’re starting to see what events they do well in,” Deakyne said. “I’m happy they’re doing well despite [the] low numbers [of swimmers on the team].”

Decatur will compete against the Cape Henlopen Vikings on Tuesday at 3 p.m. at the Pocomoke YMCA. “It should be a pretty good matchup,” Watts said.

“It should be an exciting meet,” Deakyne added. “I think there will be some close races.”

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Decatur wrestling squad tops CR Seahawks to host annual War on the Shore tourney; tough competition expected

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Jan. 17, 2020) The Stephen Decatur wrestling team took a trip to Caesar Rodney High School in Camden Wyoming, Delaware on Monday and came home with 49-21 victory.

Decatur Coach Todd Martinek thought the Seahawks did well overall, except for one thing.

“We looked a bit out of shape,” he said. “We’ve never wrestled on Monday before, so I hope that’s all it was.

We did well on our feet and won the close matches.”

Seniors Austin Miller (106 pounds) and Shamar Baines (113), juniors Nico D’Amico, a team captain (132), James Parana (170) and Micah Bourne (195), and sophomore Alex Koulikov (160) pinned their opponents.

Senior captain Jagger Clapsadle earned an 18-8 major-decision victory at 120 pounds.

Sophomore Noah Reho (138) and junior Johnny Hofman (220) scored 3-0 and 5-3 decisions, respectively, over their opponents. Senior DJ Tay-

lor edged out his 182pound weight class opponent, 4-3.

“DJ Taylor bumped up a weight class and won a tight battle. He’s wrestling Todd Martinek well,” Martinek said.

The Decatur wrestling team will host its annual War on the Shore tournament today and Saturday at the Berlin high school.

Twenty-six varsity teams from Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania will be competing. Attendees should expect to see some of the top wrestlers from several states.

[It’s] the toughest high school wrestling tournament in the state,” Martinek, the tournament director, said.

Tournament matches will take place on five mats – two in both the main gym and cafeteria and one in the school’s smaller gym.

For Decatur to be successful, Martinek said the Seahawks need to “win close matches.”

“Tournaments like this you need to beat quality kids, and you are not going to pin them,” he added.

Going head-to-head against tough

competition will be a good test for the Decatur wrestlers.

Martinek said his goal is for the team to finish in the top three overall, get two wrestlers in the finals of their weight classes and have eight place winners.

The Berlin squad finished fourth overall last year, with nine place winners out of 14 in the lineup.

Matches are slated to begin at 4 p.m. today, Friday, and action will run until about 10:30 p.m. Competition will start at 8:45 a.m. on Saturday.

Weight class finals for third/fourth and first/second place are scheduled to kick off at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday.

The top five wrestlers in each weight class will take home awards.

In addition to the varsity tournament, 28 teams are slated to participate in a junior varsity competition on Saturday.

Altogether, War on the Shore will include more than 700 grapplers, ranging from state champions to first-year participants.

The cost for spectators is $15 per day or $20 for a weekend pass. Results will be available live online at www.trackwrestling.com. Click on “Events,” then “Search Events” and type in “War on the Shore.”

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Decatur picks up much needed win over JM Bennett

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Jan. 17, 2020) The Stephen Decatur boys’ basketball team trailed James M. Bennett for most of the game on Tuesday in Salisbury, but the Seahawks fought back in the final quarter and pulled out a 64-62 victory.

“We needed that. It was a big win,” said Decatur Coach BJ Johnson.

The Bennett Clippers led 19-17 at the end of the first quarter.

“We got off to a slow start,” Johnson said, adding that his team BJ Johnson had too many turnovers.

At halftime, the home team held a 31-29 advantage.

“We picked it up and played a little better in the second quarter,” Johnson said. “At halftime, I told the guys we’ve got to be tougher rebounding the ball and we need to take care of the ball – we had too many turnovers – and we did a better job in the second half.”

Bennett outscored Decatur 21-19 in the third quarter.

“We stayed the course. I knew we would make a run,” Johnson said. “We See HAUEISEN’S Page 60

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Johnson said he told senior captain Drew Haueisen “it’s his time.” He scored eight of Decatur’s 16 fourthquarter points.

“He made some great plays and had some great buckets,” Johnson said.

“The team knows if we’re going to win games it’s got to go through him.”

Bennett netted 10 points in the fourth.

“Bennett had the chance to tie it.

They took a shot with about 12 seconds left, but Drew got the rebound and that was the game,” Johnson said.

Haueisen led Decatur with 31 points and 24 rebounds. Senior DaCameron McAfee contributed with 18 points and

10 rebounds.

“Drew and Cameron stepped up when they needed to and they have all year,” Johnson said. “Cam was big with rebounds and Drew with baskets.”

Johnson was facing off against Bennett’s first-year head coach, Greg “Bubby” Brown, who was his assistant the last five years at Decatur.

“He knows how we play. He knows our kids, probably better than I do because he spent so much time working with them,” Johnson said.

“It was a real intense game on the road. It was a big win for the kids. The win definitely gave us some momentum,” he continued.

Decatur will take a trip to Snow Hill to battle the Eagles on Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. When the two teams met on Dec. 10 in Berlin, the Seahawks won, 62-50.

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Jan. 17, 2020) The Stephen Decatur girls’ indoor track team finished in eighth place overall out of 23 schools participating in last Wednesday’s meet at the Worcester County Recreation Center in Snow Hill.

“The girls did a little better than in previous meets,” said Jody Stigler Decatur Coach Jody Stigler. “I thought [junior] Mary Mergott and [senior] Caroline Gardner did well in their races.

I am starting to see some improvement in the team, but we still have a lot of younger athletes who are starting to adjust to their events.”

Kent Island won the girls’ competition, scoring 75 points. Sussex Academy came in second with 63.5 points, followed by North Caroline in third with 57 points. Decatur tallied 25 points.

Earning points for Decatur for placing top eight in their individual events were: Mergott (800-meter run, fourth, 2:44.74; 1,600-meter run, seventh, 6:03.51), Gardner (800-meter run, eighth, 2:47.92), senior Alyssa Romano (500-meter run, sixth, 1:32.79) and sophomore Zoriah Shockley (shot put, fourth, 29 feet 7 inches).

Gardner, Mergott, Romano and junior Devon Kramer took fourth in the 3,200-meter relay race (11:19.5).

The 1,600-meter relay team of Romano, and freshmen Julia Carlson, Eva Luzier and Amelia Kemp came in sixth place (5:04.36).

Romano, Kemp, Luzier and junior Jabria Lewis finished eighth in the 800-meter relay race (2:03.2).

James M. Bennett won the boys’ competition with 71 points. Kent Island and Sussex Central tied for second with 66 points each. Cape Henlopen followed with 62 points.

Decatur’s boys’ team only scored one point to finish in 18th place.

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SD GIRLS’ HOOPS The Stephen Decatur girls’ basketball team lost a tough battle on Tuesday night in Berlin with James M. Bennett, 70-55. “All loses have to be lessons if a team will grow and improve.

I thought our girls fought through the whole game and gave it everything they had,” Decatur Coach Scott Kurtz said. “We as a coaching staff have to do better to put the girls in the best situations to win.” (Left) Stephen Decatur senior captain Sarah Engle puts a shot up. She scored 11 points in the game. (Right) Freshman Shelby Rosemond drives to the basket. She finished with nine points.

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By Dave Dalkiewicz Contributing Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) Last week I had the opportunity and pleasure to speak to one of the most wizened guys in this whole surf thing.

His name is Bill Bahne and his involvement goes back at least to the 1960’s.

The subject matter was that of a magic surfboard, which is mentioned every so often in this column.

I’ve suggested that one would be lucky to be able to call a board magic at the rate of one to two out of 10, or 10 to 20 percent of the boards that they have or have had. Apparently, that’s a generous estimation.

Truly magic boards are much more rare than that. And rarer still is a board that would work well at most any surf spot.

Mr. Bahne recollected one such board. It was shaped by Mike Hynson of “The Endless Summer” movie fame.

During this era, Hynson shaped for Hobie, Gordon and Smith, and Bahne. The board being described had a Hobie label and a definite twist.

Bill claimed that this board worked so well, at any break he surfed, that he could describe it as “unable to do anything wrong” and thus deserving of the title, “magic.”

To take it a step further, Bill, being a shaper himself, tried to duplicate this magic board but to no avail, even down to the twist.

Now understand, it goes against the grain of any shaper to purposely put a twist in any shape. The idea is to be as accurate and true as possible even though some design theories can get pretty bizarre.

Most twists seem to happen due to the stringer wood in the blank and this magic board was a three stringer.

I don’t know how many attempts were made to try and duplicate this board, but suspect that there were more than just a few. Apparently, it just wasn’t to be, which only raised the iconic status of this magic board even more.

Many a tale is told of a surfer coming to shore from the water with a complaint as to how his board is riding only to be cured by a few adjustments, as in maybe sanding the tail area, to a finer edge.

Granted, those tales can be like “fish stories” and only grow taller as time goes on.

Surfers like to talk story. It’s a bit of a tradition and, dare I say, part of the culture.

But make no mistake, the idea of a magic board is quite real and much more than just a notion.

It’s comparable to a musical instrument that the musician would favor over any other. It feels right, comfortable, responsive and in tune with the player’s or rider’s every nuanced or subtle movement.

There are no barriers here as to era, age of the surfer, or dimensions of the board.

Granted, certain boards can be magic at only certain surf spots, which, I guess, would tend to reduce the board’s “magicness,” but in this era of quivers, or multiple boards for different spots and/or conditions, still acceptable for magic status.

So there you have it, the iconic and quite rare nature of the magic surfboard. Thanks, Bill, for the interesting and informative conversation.

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“The boys’ team struggled a little bit, but we were missing a few boys, so I kind of expected that,” Stigler said. “I thought the 3,200 relay ran pretty well as we were running some athletes in that event for the first time.”

The Bayside Conference schools will compete in their championship

meet on Wednesday, beginning at 2 p.m. at the Worcester County Recreation Center.

“The strongest teams so far are Kent Island and North Caroline boys’ and girls’ teams, and Bennett’s boys’ team,” Stigler said. “We will just be working hard everyday at practice to get better. I would like to see all of our athletes have their best time/mark at Baysides and if we do that, I will be happy regardless of how we place.”

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Water rates likely to rise, but only marginally NewGen study says current fees not sufficient to cover future project debt service

By Josh Kim Staff Writer (Jan. 17, 2020) As the Town of Ocean City pursues a slew of pricey, but necessary capital improvement projects, it must reckon with raising its water rates. However, according to NewGen Strategies and Solutions, it can do so marginally.

“What our recommended plan is to spread the necessary rate increase for that future debt service specifically that begins in Fiscal 24 and Fiscal 25, begin to moderately adjust rates over the next five fiscal years … and that involves a 7 percent rate increase across the board to each of your water fees,” said Eric Callocchia, NewGen’s executive consultant.

Ocean City currently charges a fixed water and sewer fee of $1.60 for water, a fixed vacant lots fee of $9.60 and a water consumption rate of $4.20 per 1,000 gallons of water.

The resort charges fixed fees because of its seasonal nature, as it must maintain a certain water capacity, regardless if a customer is using it.

This totals to approximately $6.6 million in revenue, which is not enough for the additional debt service, Calloc-

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chia said.

Both the city’s water and sewer operating expenses will grow incrementally, with water increasing from $5.38 million in FY2020 to $5.85 million FY2025, and sewer growing from $8.46 million to $9.21 million.

Callocchia also broke down the city’s current existing debt.

For FY2020, the city has $679,098 in water debt service and $3,675,645 in sewer debt service.

These debts are projected to be paid off significantly by FY2025, with water debt service projected to be at $413,570 and sewer at $2,789,029.

However, Callocchia said the primary issue was the dramatic increase in the city’s water debt service beginning in FY2024, as it prepares to complete various capital improvement projects.

“You can see the total six-year investments we are planning for these systems is just over $40 million on the water side,” Callocchia said. “These improvements are necessary to maintain the operational nature of your systems.

In general, any project that is $1 million or greater, we are going to finance. We are going to assume that we are going to issue debt and finance that capital project over a number of years.”

The water debt service increases from $679,098 to more than $3 million, which would increase the city’s

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With current water revenue of $6.6 million, the city would find itself woefully underfunded. Furthermore, Callocchia said the city’s net position would fall significantly as well.

Net position is essentially left over money in the budget, which is then reserved for rainy day use, he said.

This cash reserve must be maintained at a level equal to the sum of 60 days worth of operating and maintenance costs and 2 percent of net book value of its assets, which at the moment is a little more than $1 million.

Callocchia said the city’s net position minimum level would grow to more than $2 million, while the city’s actual net position funds would be dry by FY2025.

The only way to combat both the loss in revenue and the loss in cash reserves would be to implement the 7 percent rate increase.

From FY2020 to FY2025, the fixed water fee would grow from $1.60 to $2.24, the fixed vacant lot fee from $9.60 to $13.46 and finally the water rate per 1,000 gallons would change from $4.20 to $5.89.

No changes would be made to the city’s sewer rates.

This would cause residents to cash out approximately $7 more for their water bill by FY2025, which still places

Ocean City below the average water and sewer bill of its nearby competitors of $231, and well below competitors such as Ocean Pines, Newark, Salisbury, Annapolis, and Berlin.

Most importantly, the city’s revenue would increase by almost $3 million, and its net position would be well above the $2 million plus maintenance line.

NewGen President Ed Donahue said the city was able to implement such a low rate increase because of it’s historically conservative spending.

“Ocean City has always been very conservative financially with its water and sewer systems,” Donahue said. “I think it explains why you are in the comfortable position you are in right now, and why in spite of taking on $60 million in additional debt, we’re suggesting that customer bill for water and sewer combined … only go up like 3 percent a year.”

Callocchia said the last town he visited in New Jersey was forced to adopt a 60 percent rate increase for their water utility because they had avoided the issue for so long, and their reserves had completely depleted.

Before the recommendations could be adopted, however, Donahue and Callocchia must prepare a full report detailing all of the minutia of the potential rate change, which would then be presented to city leaders at a public hearing.

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