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Ocean Pines residents are asked to not drop off any yard debris at the Worcester County Recycling Center, which could result in fines or violations from the county.

The Worcester County Recycling Center accepts newspaper, mixed paper, magazines, glass, plastic, aluminum and bi-metal cans, cardboard, and textiles (clothing).

All other items are not allowed. The recycling station is not staffed, but does have security cameras. Violators may be ticketed.

For more information, contact Public Works at 410-641-7425.

DeAngelus and has said that everyone who is suspected to have been involved in the accident has no ties to the Ortt Company.

As for the relationship between OPA and the Matt Ortt Company, General Manager John Viola reviewed the details of the original agreement executed on Aug. 14, 2019 as part of his General Manager’s Report.

The contract was originally set up for three years with a fourth and fifth year added if year one and two combined operating profit targets were achieved.

In year one, FY 20-21, the original combined operating profit target of $130,000. This was the year of COVID, so an extension was provided through an amendment executed on Aug. 24, 2021.

In year two, FY 21-22, the original combined operating profit target of $175,000 was achieved.

In year three, FY 22-23 the combined operating target of $190,000 is estimated to be achieved.

Based on the measurable results achieved per the contract and the contract amendment, the term of the contract has been extended to year four, FY 23-24 and year five, FY 24-25.

Town of Berlin Public Notice

AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF BERLIN, MARYLAND, A MARYLAND MUNICIPAL CORPORATION, SETTING THE REAL PROPERTY TAX RATE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024

The Ordinance will be introduced for a first reading on Monday, April 10, 2023, at 7:00 PM. The public hearing on the Ordinance will be held on Monday, April 24, 2023, at 7:00 PM. Both meetings will be held during Regular Meetings of the Mayor and Council Berlin Town Hall, 10 William Street, 2nd Floor, Berlin, MD 21811.

The hearing is open to the public, and public testimony is encouraged.

Persons with questions regarding this hearing may call 410-641-2770 for further information.

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