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Wed Jul 22, 2026

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board of Zoning Appeals meeting canceled

The Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for July 23, 2026, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 13, 2026.

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CITY HALL ● 301 N. BALTIMORE AVENUE ● P.O. BOX 158 ● OCEAN CITY ● MARYLAND ● 21843-0158 ● 410- 289-8221 TOWN OF The White Marlin Capital of the World MAYOR Richard W. Meehan CITY COUNCIL Matthew M. James President William C. Savage III Secretary Peter S. Buas John F. Gehrig, Jr. Jeff Heiser Jacob H. Mitrecic Carol Proctor CITY MANAGER Terence J. McGean, PE CITY CLERK Diana L. Chavis, MMC BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA Thursday, July 23, 2026 6:00 p.m. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland This meeting scheduled for Thursday, July 23, 2026, has been canceled. The next scheduled meeting will be Thursday, August 13, 2026. An agenda confirming the details of this meeting will be published in advance. Should there be any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the Department of Planning and Community Development at 410-289-8855. Thank you.
Tue Jul 21, 2026

Mayor and City Council Regular Meeting (Meeting Canceled)

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Tue Jul 14, 2026

Mayor and City Council Work Session

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION Tuesday, July 14, 2026 - 1:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. NOTICE AND REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION A. Closed Session Notice and Report - Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 12:00 - 1:00 PM to discuss Legal and Public Security Matters 3. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS 4. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC A. Any person who may wish to speak on a matter scheduled for discussion on the Work Session Agenda may be heard during Comments from the Public for a period of three (3) minutes or such time as may be deemed appropriate by the Council President. Anyone wishing to be heard shall state their name, address and the Agenda item on which he or she wishes to speak. 5. NEW BUSINESS A. Request to Approve Minutes 1. Regular Session #11 dated July 6, 2026 B. Bid Award Recommendation for Eagles Landing Plant Mitigation presented by Procurement Manager Matt Perry and Recreation and Parks Director Kate Gaddis C. Beach Code Enforcement Report presented by Emergency Services Director Joe Theobald D. Discussion of State Mandated HB 1466 Accessory Housing Legislation presented by Planning and Community Development Director George Bendler 6. ADJOURN
Thu Jul 9, 2026

Board of Port Wardens

Board to review marine construction permits and approve minutes

The Board of Port Wardens will approve minutes from the May 14 meeting and review applications for pier and boat lift construction. Staff recommend approval for six cases involving bulkheads, piers, and lifts.

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P.O. Box 158, Ocean City, Maryland 21843-0158 | oceancitymd.gov | City Hall: (410) 289-8221 | Fax: (410) 289-8703 MAYOR Richard W. Meehan CITY COUNCIL Matthew M. James President William C. Savage III Secretary Peter S. Buas John F. Gehrig, Jr. Jeff Heiser Jacob H. Mitrecic Carol Proctor CITY MANAGER Terence J. McGean, PE CITY CLERK Diana L. Chavis, MMC Board of Port Wardens AGENDA Thursday, July 9, 2026 2:00 PM The Board of Port Wardens meeting will be held monthly on the 2nd Thursday at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, located at 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland. 1. To Approve Minutes from May 14, 2026 meeting 2. MINOR CASES PW 26-029 A request has been submitted to install 50’ of replacement vinyl bulkhead not to exceed 18” channelward and to replace in kind existing platform and associated pilings. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 14145 SEA CAPTAIN RD Parcel # 9898A-8 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. OWNER: Dale Van Schaik APPLICANT: Martin’s Construction, LLC/Erin Rogers 3. MAJOR CASES PW 26-031 A request has been submitted to remove an existing pier and replace it with a new 4’ x 30’ perpendicular pier. Install two new pilings so existing boatlift can be moved to end of new pier; maximum channelward extension 32.5’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 13501 HOLLY LN UNIT 1 Parcel # 9600A-1 in the Tow [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jul 9, 2026

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board of Zoning Appeals approves parking and merchandise display exceptions

The Board of Zoning Appeals decided on special exceptions for parking dimensions and outdoor retail displays. The body also discussed proposed amendments to the rules for submitting legal arguments.

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CITY HALL ● 301 N. BALTIMORE AVENUE ● P.O. BOX 158 ● OCEAN CITY ● MARYLAND ● 21843-0158 ● 410- 289-8221 TOWN OF The White Marlin Capital of the World MAYOR Richard W. Meehan CITY COUNCIL Matthew M. James President William C. Savage III Secretary Peter S. Buas John F. Gehrig, Jr. Jeff Heiser Jacob H. Mitrecic Carol Proctor CITY MANAGER Terence J. McGean, PE CITY CLERK Diana L. Chavis, MMC BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA Thursday, June 25, 2026 6:00 p.m. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland I. Administrative Matters 1. Minutes from the June 25, 2026 meeting 2. Findings of Fact for BZA 2741 (Hugh Cropper, Esq. for MSG Development, LLC) 3. Findings of Fact for BZA 2742 (Guilia Campbell) 4. Consideration of adopting the previously introduced amendment to the rules and procedure which propose s a 7-day minimum for any legal argument to be submitted to the Zoning Administrator – revised to reflect modifications to the language to specify that legal arguments including all attachments referred to in the written argument. II. Public Hearings AT 6:00 P.M. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 1 10-93(2), Powers of the Code, an application related to Section 110 -94(5) has been filed to reques t a special outdoor display of merchandise exception for retail items to be displayed on the exterior of the business locally known as Quiet St [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jul 6, 2026

Mayor and City Council Regular Meeting

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, July 6, 2026 - 6:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PRAYER AND PLEDGE 3. ITEMS PRESENTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL A. Award Check Presentation for 2026 First White Marlin Catch and Release B. Proclamation Recognizing Local Historian Bunk Mann C. Proclamation Recognizing July as Parks and Recreation Month 4. CONSENT AGENDA A. Request to Approve Minutes 1. Work Session dated June 30, 2026 B. Acknowledgement of Standing Committee Draft Agendas 1. Police Commission - July 13 2. Tourism Commission - July 13 3. Transportation Committee - July 14 4. Recreation and Parks Committee - next meeting August 20 5. Green Team - July 8 6. Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee - July 15 C. Private Event Approval Request for 911 Parade of Brothers Boardwalk Ride September 11, 2026 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Charter Amendment: Section C-401, Qualification for Election as Mayor or City Councilman 6. ITEMS REFERRED TO AND PRESENTATIONS FROM THE CITY MANAGER AND STAFF 7. ITEMS REFERRED TO AND PRESENTATIONS FROM THE CITY SOLICITOR A. Charter Amendment Resolution 2026-01 to Amend C-401, Qualifications for Election as Mayor or City Councilman (adds language relating to the intent of the Charter as it relates to domicile; as approved at the May 26 Work Session) B. Resolution 2026-17 to Establish Certain Business License Fees (companion legislation to Ordinance 2026-17) C. Resolution 2026-18 Declaring Mayor and Council In [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 30, 2026

Mayor and City Council Work Session

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION Tuesday, June 30, 2026 - 1:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. NOTICE AND REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION A. Closed Session Notice and Report - Tuesday, June 30, 2026, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM to discuss Legal, Real Estate and Public Security Matters 3. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS 4. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC A. Any person who may wish to speak on a matter scheduled for discussion on the Work Session Agenda may be heard during Comments from the Public for a period of three (3) minutes or such time as may be deemed appropriate by the Council President. Anyone wishing to be heard shall state their name, address and the Agenda item on which he or she wishes to speak. 5. NEW BUSINESS A. Request to Approve Minutes 1. Work Session dated June 9, 2026 B. Acknowledgement of Standing Committee Reports 1. Police Commission - June 8 2. Transportation Committee - June 9 3. Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee - June 17 4. Ethics Commission - June 8 C. Bid Opening - Eagles Landing Plant Mitigation D. Bid Opening - Taxiway A Relocation/Hold Pad E. Beach Code Enforcement Report presented by Emergency Services Director Joe Theobald F. Update on Potential Real Property Acquisition at 205-211 Philadelphia Avenue presented by City Manager Terry McGean and City Solicitor Heather Stansbury G. Employee Relationship Disclosure and Reporting Policy presented by Human Resource Director Katie Callan H. Request to Increase Match for Employee Tuition Assistance [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jun 25, 2026

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board of Zoning Appeals to hold public hearings on parking and retail exceptions

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two special exception requests regarding parking standards and outdoor merchandise displays. The body will also review findings of fact from previous cases and a proposed amendment to legal submission rules.

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CITY HALL ● 301 N. BALTIMORE AVENUE ● P.O. BOX 158 ● OCEAN CITY ● MARYLAND ● 21843-0158 ● 410- 289-8221 TOWN OF The White Marlin Capital of the World MAYOR Richard W. Meehan CITY COUNCIL Matthew M. James President William C. Savage III Secretary Peter S. Buas John F. Gehrig, Jr. Jeff Heiser Jacob H. Mitrecic Carol Proctor CITY MANAGER Terence J. McGean, PE CITY CLERK Diana L. Chavis, MMC BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA Thursday, June 25, 2026 6:00 p.m. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland I. Administrative Matters 1. Minutes from the May 28, 2026 meeting 2. Findings of Fact for BZA 2743 (John B. Reinholt) 3. Findings of Fact for BZA 2744 (OC Turtle North, LLC) 4. Consideration of adopting the pre viously introduced amendment to the rules and procedure which proposed a 14-day mi nimum for any legal argument to be submitted to the Zoning Administrator – revised to reflect modifications to the language to specify that legal arguments including all attachments referred to in the written argument. II. Public Hearings AT 6:00 PM Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2), Powers of the Code, an application related to Section 110 -94(2)(b) has be en filed to reques t (1) a special parking exception from design standards to reduce the width of five (5) required off -street parking spaces by 6 inches on each side to allow for s [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 9, 2026

Mayor and City Council Work Session

Ocean City Council discusses charter amendments and parking updates

The Mayor and City Council will hold a work session to discuss potential changes to candidate eligibility for elected office and other charter amendments. The body will also receive updates on downtown public parking and the Q1 2026 internal audit report.

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION Tuesday, June 9, 2026 - 1:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER City Hall Council Chambers, 301 N. Baltimore Avenue 2. NOTICE AND REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION A. Closed Session Notice and Report - Tuesday, June 9, 2026, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM to discuss Legal and Personnel Matters 3. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS 4. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC A. Any person who may wish to speak on a matter scheduled for discussion on the Work Session Agenda may be heard during Comments from the Public for a period of three (3) minutes or such time as may be deemed appropriate by the Council President. Anyone wishing to be heard shall state their name, address and the Agenda item on which he or she wishes to speak. 5. NEW BUSINESS A. Request to Approve Minutes 1. Regular Session #10 dated June 1, 2026 B. Standing Committee Report with Recommendation 1. Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee - May 20 - presented by BPAC Members and MDOT PSAP Coordinator C. Downtown Public Parking Update presented by Public Works Director Hal Adkins D. Further Discussion of Changes to Eligibility Requirements of Candidates for Elected Office and Other Potential Charter Amendments presented by City Solicitor Heather Stansbury E. Report of Citations Issued for Violations of Beach Regulations presented by Emergency Services Director Joe Theobald F. Internal Audit Q1 2026 Report and FY 2027 Internal Audit Plan presented by Internal Auditor Karin Scott 6. ADJOURN
Mon Jun 1, 2026

Mayor and City Council Regular Meeting

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, June 1, 2026 - 6:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PRAYER AND PLEDGE 3. ITEMS PRESENTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL 4. CONSENT AGENDA A. Request to Approve Minutes 1. Work Session dated May 26, 2026 B. Acknowledgement of Standing Committee Draft Agendas 1. Police Commission - June 8 2. Tourism Commission - next meeting July 13 3. Transportation Committee - June 9 4. Recreation and Parks Committee - next meeting August 20 5. Green Team - next meeting July 8 6. Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee - June 17 C. Acknowledgement of Standing Committee Report 1. Tourism Commission - May 18 D. Private Event Approval Request for OC Surf Fest 2026 - June 20, 2026 E. Private Event Approval Request for Surfers Healing Ocean City - August 12, 2026 5. MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS A. Standing Committee Report with Recommendation 1. Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee - May 20 B. Private Event Approval Request for Angels in Oilskins - August 4, 2026 C. Private Event Approval Request for Juneteenth on the Shore 5K - June 19, 2027 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS 7. ITEMS REFERRED TO AND PRESENTATIONS FROM THE CITY MANAGER AND STAFF 8. ITEMS REFERRED TO AND PRESENTATIONS FROM THE CITY SOLICITOR A. Second Reading Ordinance 2026-17 to Amend Chapter 14, Businesses, Article II, Licensed Occupations (changes to clean up the code for relevancy and update certain processes; as reviewed at the May 12 Work Session) B [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu May 28, 2026

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board to consider zoning rule changes and reschedule public hearings

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review administrative items and reschedule a public hearing regarding a parking exception for a property on Baltimore Avenue. The meeting agenda includes consideration of an amendment to require minimum time for legal arguments.

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CITY HALL ● 301 N. BALTIMORE AVENUE ● P.O. BOX 158 ● OCEAN CITY ● MARYLAND ● 21843-0158 ● 410- 289-8221 TOWN OF The White Marlin Capital of the World MAYOR Richard W. Meehan CITY COUNCIL Matthew M. James President William C. Savage III Secretary John F. Gehrig, Jr. Jacob H. Mitrecic Carol Proctor CITY MANAGER Terence J. McGean, PE CITY CLERK Diana L. Chavis, MMC BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA Thursday, May 28, 2026 6:00 p.m. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland I. Administrative Matters 1. Minutes from the April 23, 2026 meeting 2. Findings of Fact for BZA 2737 (Regan Smith, Esq. for Nolen Graves) 3. Findings of Fact for BZA 2738 (Sean and Patricia Chenworth) 4. Findings of Fact for BZA 2739 (Peter Buas, Esq. for 202 8th Street, LLC) 5. Consideration of an amendment to the rules and procedure to require minimum amount of time for legal arguments related to a zoning appeals case to be received by the Zoning Administrator II. Public Hearings AT 6:00 PM Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2), Powers of the Code, an application related to Section 110-94(2)(b) has been filed to request (1) a special parking exception to reduce the width of five (5) required off-street parking spaces by 6 inches on each side to allow for structural columns to be within the required 9’ X 20’ parking spaces; and (2) a special parking e [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 26, 2026

Mayor and City Council Work Session

Council to discuss 5th Street Post Office demolition and Racquet Center redevelopment

The Mayor and City Council will receive updates on public parking and the 5th Street Post Office demolition. The session includes discussions on the Racquet Center redevelopment bidding process and potential charter changes regarding elected official residency requirements.

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION Tuesday, May 26, 2026 - 1:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. NOTICE AND REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION A. Closed Session Notice and Report - Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM to discuss Legal, Real Estate and Public Security Matters 3. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS 4. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC A. Any person who may wish to speak on a matter scheduled for discussion on the Work Session Agenda may be heard during Comments from the Public for a period of three (3) minutes or such time as may be deemed appropriate by the Council President. Anyone wishing to be heard shall state their name, address and the Agenda item on which he or she wishes to speak. 5. NEW BUSINESS A. Request to Approve Minutes 1. Work Session dated May 12, 2026 2. Regular Session #9 dated May 18, 2026 B. Acknowledgement of Standing Committee Reports 1. Police Commission - May 18 2. Recreation and Parks Committee - May 14 C. Standing Committee Reports with Recommendations 1. Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee - May 20 2. Pension Committee - May 20 D. Update on 5th Street Post Office Demolition, Parking Lot Creation, and Public Parking in General presented by Public Works Director Hal Adkins E. Update on the Design Development and Forthcoming Bidding of the Racquet Center Redevelopment presented by Public Works Director Hal Adkins, Recreaton and Parks Director Kate Gaddis and Engineering Project Manager Taylor Hershey F. Further Discussion of Elected Off [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 19, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission

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P.O. Box 158, Ocean City, Maryland 21843-0158 | oceancitymd.gov | City Hall: (410) 289-8221 | Fax: (410) 289-8703 Somewhere to Smile About MAYOR Richard W. Meehan CITY COUNCIL Matthew M. James President William C. Savage III Secretary Peter S. Buas John F. Gehrig, Jr. Jeff Heiser Jacob H. Mitrecic Carol Proctor CITY MANAGER Terence J. McGean, PE CITY CLERK Diana L. Chavis, MMC PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA Tuesday, May 19th, 2026 Meetings are held in the Council Chambers on the 1st floor of City Hall, 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland. I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a) Minutes of April 21, 2026 III. PUBLIC HEARING – 6:00 PM a) To consider amending Chapter 66, entitled “Signs,” of the Code of the Town of Ocean City, Maryland, specifically Section 66-9, entitled “Insurance;” and Section 66-14, entitled “Signs, Awnings and Banners Projecting Over or Into Public Way or Boardwalk.” The proposed ordinance clarifies regulations governing signs, awnings, and banners projecting over or into public ways, sidewalks, rights-of-way, and the Boardwalk. The ordinance establishes administrative review procedures, encroachment agreement requirements, and removal obligations. APPLICANT: PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION (PZ FILE #26-14100003) b) To consider amending Chapter 110, entitled “Zoning,” Article IV, entitled “Districts,” Division 23, entitled “Downtown Design Overlay Zone District,” specifically Section 110- 831.27, entitled “Signs;” and Division 26, entitled “Upper Downtown D [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 18, 2026

Mayor and City Council Regular Meeting

City Council to adopt FY2027 budget and authorize pedicab franchise

The Ocean City Mayor and City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget and establishing a boardwalk pedicab franchise. The meeting also includes approval of private event permits, transfer of taxi medallions, and ordinances regarding building occupancy standards.

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, May 18, 2026 - 6:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PRAYER AND PLEDGE 3. ITEMS PRESENTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL A. Proclamation Recognizing National Safe Boating Week May 16 - 22, 2026 4. CONSENT AGENDA A. Request to Approve Minutes 1. Regular Session #8 dated May 4, 2026 B. Acknowledgement of Standing Committee Draft Agenda 1. Pension Committee - May 20 C. Acknowledgement of Standing Committee Reports 1. Transportation Committee - May 12 2. Green Team - May 13 D. Private Event Approval Request for the 4th Annual Beach Tennis Maryland Open - July 31 - August 8, 2026 E. Request to Approve the Transfer of Taxi Medallion #172 5. MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS 7. ITEMS REFERRED TO AND PRESENTATIONS FROM THE CITY MANAGER AND STAFF 8. ITEMS REFERRED TO AND PRESENTATIONS FROM THE CITY SOLICITOR A. Second Reading - Ordinance 2026-15 to Adopt the Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget B. Second Reading - Ordinance 2026-16 to Amend Chapter 39, Entitled Franchises (establishes a boardwalk pedicab franchise as reviewed at the April 14 Work Session) C. First Reading Ordinance 2026-17 to Amend Chapter 14, Businesses, Article II, Licensed Occupations (changes to clean up the code for relevancy and update certain processes; as reviewed at the May 12 Work Session) D. First Reading - Ordinance 2026-18 to Amend Chapter 10, Building Regulations (as to occupancy standards to allow two (2) add [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu May 14, 2026

Board of Port Wardens

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MAYOR Richard W. Meehan CITY COUNCIL Matthew M. James President William C. Savage III Secretary John F. Gehrig, Jr. Jacob H. Mitrecic Carol Proctor Larry R. Yates CITY MANAGER Terence J. McGean, PE CITY CLERK Diana L. Chavis, MMC Board of Port Wardens AGENDA Thursday, May 14, 2026 2:00 PM The Board of Port Wardens meeting will be held monthly on the 2nd Thursday at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, located at 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland. 1. To Approve Minutes from March 12, 2026 meeting 2. MINOR CASES PW 26-021 A request has been submitted to install 40’ of replacement vinyl bulkhead not to exceed 18” channelward extension. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 130 52ND ST Parcel # 8430 -130 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT/OWNER: Kevin Davis 3. MAJOR CASES PW 26-022 A request has been submitted to remove existing structures, install 51’ of new bulkheading, construct a new 4’ x 32’ parallel platform, a 4’ x 20’ timber pier, and install one boatlift with associated pilings maximum channelward extension 24’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 503 S SURF RD Parcel # 9513A-1-12 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. OWNER: Michael Leonard APPLICANT: Lane Engineering, c/o Sarah Freund PW 26-023 A request has been submitted to install 60 linear feet of rip rap shoreline revetment located on the Clubhous [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 12, 2026

Mayor and City Council Work Session

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION Tuesday, May 12, 2026 - 1:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS A. Certification of the 2026 Special Election Results presented by Board of Supervisors of Elections B. Oath of Office for Newly Elected Officials administered by Worcester County Clerk of Circuit Court Susan Braniecki 3. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC A. Any person who may wish to speak on a matter scheduled for discussion on the Work Session Agenda may be heard during Comments from the Public for a period of three (3) minutes or such time as may be deemed appropriate by the Council President. Anyone wishing to be heard shall state their name, address and the Agenda item on which he or she wishes to speak. 4. NEW BUSINESS A. Request to Approve Minutes 1. Work Session dated April 28, 2026 B. Request to Solicit Bids for Taxiway A Relocation/Hold Pad presented by Airport Manager Jaime Giandomenico C. Rental Inspection Program Update presented by Deputy City Manager JR Harmon, Planning and Community Development Director George Bendler and Fire Marshal Joe Sexauer D. Discussion of Proposed Amendment to Chapter 10, Building and Building Regulations, to Allow Two (2) Additional Occupants per Dwelling Unit presented by Planning and Community Development Director George M. Bendler E. Discussion of Code Revisions to Chapter 14, Article II, Licensed Occupations presented by License Inspector Lori Calloway and Legal Counsel Maureen Howarth F. Legislativ [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 4, 2026

Mayor and City Council Regular Meeting

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, May 4, 2026 - 6:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PRAYER AND PLEDGE 3. ITEMS PRESENTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL A. Proclamation Recognizing Bike to Work Week, May 11-17, 2026, and Bike to Work Day, May 15, 2026 B. Proclamation Recognizing May 3 -9 as National Hurricane Preparedness Week 4. CONSENT AGENDA A. Acknowledgement of Standing Committee Draft Agendas 1. Police Commission - May 18 2. Tourism Commission - May 18 3. Transportation Committee - May 12 4. Recreation and Parks Committee - May 14 5. Green Team - May 13 6. Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee - May 20 B. Private Event Approval Request for Ocean City Pride Parade - June 27, 2026 C. Private Event Approval Request for USSSA Week 2 Opening Ceremony - July 21, 2026 D. Private Event Approval Request for Jesus at the Beach Music & Ministry Festival - July 27-29, 2026 E. Private Event Approval Request for OC Beach Classic 2026 - October 10-11, 2026 5. MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Real Property Tax Rate 7. ITEMS REFERRED TO AND PRESENTATIONS FROM THE CITY MANAGER AND STAFF 8. ITEMS REFERRED TO AND PRESENTATIONS FROM THE CITY SOLICITOR A. Second Reading - Ordinance 2026-10 to Amend Chapter 66, Entitled Signs (to clarify the treatment of banners, fence signs and temporary signs as reviewed at the March 24 Work Session) B. Second Reading - Ordinance 2026-11 to Amend Chapter 110 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 28, 2026

Mayor and City Council Work Session

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION Tuesday, April 28, 2026 - 1:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. NOTICE AND REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION A. Closed Session Notice and Report - Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM to discuss Legal, Personnel and Real Estate Matters 3. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS 4. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC A. Any person who may wish to speak on a matter scheduled for discussion on the Work Session Agenda may be heard during Comments from the Public for a period of three (3) minutes or such time as may be deemed appropriate by the Council President. Anyone wishing to be heard shall state their name, address and the Agenda item on which he or she wishes to speak. 5. NEW BUSINESS A. Appointment Consideration of Candidates for the Board of Zoning Appeals B. Request to Approve Minutes 1. Budget Meeting dated April 9, 2026 2. Budget Meeting dated April 10, 2026 3. Work Session dated April 14, 2026 4. Regular Session #7 dated April 20, 2026 C. Acknowledgement of Standing Committee Report 1. Motor Event Task Force - April 20 D. Bid Opening - Ocean City Fire Station #4 Apron E. Proposal Award Recommendation for Ocean City Boardwalk Pedicab Franchise Services presented by Deputy City Manager JR Harmon and Procurement Manager Matt Perry F. Ocean City Development Corporation Annual Update presented by OCDC President Joe Wilson and Executive Director Zach Bankert G. Conditional Use Request to Allow an Escape Room Amusement Business in the LC-1 Zoning D [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Apr 23, 2026

Board of Zoning Appeals

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CITY HALL ● 301 N. BALTIMORE AVENUE ● P.O. BOX 158 ● OCEAN CITY ● MARYLAND ● 21843-0158 ● 410- 289-8221 TOWN OF The White Marlin Capital of the World MAYOR Richard W. Meehan CITY COUNCIL Matthew M. James President William C. Savage III Secretary John F. Gehrig, Jr. Jacob H. Mitrecic Carol Proctor CITY MANAGER Terence J. McGean, PE CITY CLERK Diana L. Chavis, MMC BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA Thursday, April 23, 2026 6:00 p.m. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland I. Administrative Matters 1. Minutes from the March 26, 2026 meeting 2. Findings of Fact for BZA 2735 (Hugh Cropper, Esquire, for Embers, LLC) 3. Findings of Fact for BZA 2736 (Matthew H. Fogle) II. Public Hearings AT 6:00 PM Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2), Powers of the Code, an application related to Section 110-94(2)(b) has been filed to request (1) a special parking exception to the design standards to allow tandem parking of 132 parking spaces for 66 multi -family proposed condominium units, which said parking spaces will be conveyed together with the individual units as reserv ed pa rking; and (2) a special parking exception from design standards to reduce the minimum dimensions of one (1) tandem parking space per each of the 66 proposed units to be 9’ X 36’ instead of 9’ X 40’ (42’) as required by Code . The Property is described as Lots 1 through 8, and Lots 12 through 16, Block 45 of the [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 21, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission

Planning Commission to review Monte Go’s Mini Golf violation

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve minutes from March 17, review a site plan for Embers Restaurant, and hold a public hearing regarding a violation of the conditional use approval for Monte Go’s Mini Golf.

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P.O. Box 158, Ocean City, Maryland 21843-0158 | oceancitymd.gov | City Hall: (410) 289-8221 | Fax: (410) 289-8703 Somewhere to Smile About MAYOR Richard W. Meehan CITY COUNCIL Matthew M. James President William C. Savage III Secretary John F. Gehrig, Jr. Jacob H. Mitrecic Carol Proctor Larry R. Yates CITY MANAGER Terence J. McGean, PE CITY CLERK Diana L. Chavis, MMC PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA Tuesday, April 21th 2026 Meetings are held in the Council Chambers on the 1st floor of City Hall, 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland. REGULAR SESSION – 6:00pm I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a) Minutes of March 17, 2026 b) Approval of Findings of Fact for MAZE GAME LLC C/O EKATERINA GOLUB AND ASIYA ABDRAKHMANOVA, PRINCIPALS conditional use request (PZ File #26-12100001) II. SITE PLAN a) Site Plan Revision for the permanent enclosure of an existing 1,425-square-foot outdoor deck at Embers Restaurant / 1945 Steak and Seafood, and the revised calculation of required off-street parking spaces based on current occupancy and exclusion of walk-in food storage areas from gross floor area. The restaurant property is located at 2305 Philadelphia Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland, identified as Tax Map 0111, Parcel 3204 (Embers North Plat, 1968), and includes a remote parking lot at 2405 Baltimore Avenue, identified as Tax Map 0111, Parcel 3200, Lot 9. APPLICANT: Embers, LLC (c/o Cole Taustin) with Iott Architecture (Keith Iott) (PZ FILE #26-18100007) III. Hearing a) Violation of Conditional [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 20, 2026

Mayor and City Council Regular Meeting

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, April 20, 2026 - 6:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PRAYER AND PLEDGE 3. ITEMS PRESENTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL 4. CONSENT AGENDA A. Request to Approve Minutes 1. Budget Meeting dated April 7, 2026 2. Budget Meeting dated April 8, 2026 B. Acknowledgement of Standing Committee Report 1. Police Commission - April 13 - Canceled 2. Transportation Committee - April 14 3. Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee - April 15 - Canceled C. Private Event Approval Request for Eastern Surfing Association 2026 Northeast Regional Surfing Championship - May 8-10, 2026 D. Private Event Approval Request for the Eastern Surfing Association 2026 Series Various Dates - May - September E. Private Event Approval Request for 2nd Annual Ocean City Seafood Festival August 29, 2026 F. Private Event Approval Request for Free State Corvette Club Corvette Weekend October 17, 2026 G. Request for Permission to Serve Beer and Wine at Caine Woods Community Association Functions held in Fiesta Park. 5. MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS 7. ITEMS REFERRED TO AND PRESENTATIONS FROM THE CITY MANAGER AND STAFF 8. ITEMS REFERRED TO AND PRESENTATIONS FROM THE CITY SOLICITOR A. Second Reading - Ordinance 2026-09 to Amend Chapter 1, General Provisions, Section 1.8, Violations and Penalties (further clarification on the ability of law enforcement to issue citations on misdemeanor local ordinance violations even if [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 14, 2026

Mayor and City Council Work Session

Council to discuss zoning setbacks and boardwalk pedicab franchise

The Mayor and City Council will review proposed changes to residential yard setbacks and signage on Baltimore Avenue. The session includes a review of a proposed ordinance for Boardwalk pedicab franchise services and a bid award for the 65th Street Service Center.

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION Tuesday, April 14, 2026 - 1:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. NOTICE AND REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION A. Closed Session Notice and Report - Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM to discuss Legal, Personnel and Procurement Matters 3. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS A. Introduction of Matt Thompson as Public Works Maintenance Manager 4. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC A. Any person who may wish to speak on a matter scheduled for discussion on the Work Session Agenda may be heard during Comments from the Public for a period of three (3) minutes or such time as may be deemed appropriate by the Council President. Anyone wishing to be heard shall state their name, address and the Agenda item on which he or she wishes to speak. 5. NEW BUSINESS A. Council Candidates for the May 8, 2026, Special Election presented by City Clerk B. Request to Approve Minutes 1. Work Session dated March 24, 2026 2. Regular Session #6 dated April 6, 2026 C. Bid Award Recommendation for 65th Street Service Center Renovations presented by Procurement Manager Matt Perry D. Review of Proposed Changes to 100th Street Lot Rates and Grace Period Language presented by Parking Manager Jon Anthony E. Report on Tent and Canopy Regulations presented by Emergency Services Director Joe Theobald and Beach Patrol Captain Butch Arbin F. Discussion of Amendment to Ordinance 2026-08 pertaining to LC-1/SC-1 Residential Yard Setbacks for Lots less than 5,000 SF presented by Planni [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Fri Apr 10, 2026

Mayor and City Council Budget Meeting Wrap Up

Ocean City Mayor and City Council to hold FY2027 budget wrap-up meeting

The Mayor and City Council will meet to discuss wrap-up items regarding the proposed FY2027 budget. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL BUDGET MEETING Friday, April 10, 2026 - 1:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC A. Any person who may wish to speak on a matter scheduled for discussion on the Budget Meeting Agenda may be heard during Comments from the Public for a period of three (3) minutes or such time as may be deemed appropriate by the Council President. Anyone wishing to be heard shall state their name, address and the Agenda item on which he or she wishes to speak. 3. BUDGET PRESENTATIONS A. FY2027 Proposed Budget 1. Wrap Up Items 4. ADJOURN
Thu Apr 9, 2026

Mayor and City Council Budget Meeting

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL BUDGET MEETING Thursday, April 9, 2026 - 1:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PRIVATE EVENT APPROVAL REQUEST A. Private Event Approval Request for Worcester County Humane Society (previously called Boardwalkin' for Pets) - April 11, 2026 3. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC A. Any person who may wish to speak on a matter scheduled for discussion on the Budget Meeting Agenda may be heard during Comments from the Public for a period of three (3) minutes or such time as may be deemed appropriate by the Council President. Anyone wishing to be heard shall state their name, address and the Agenda item on which he or she wishes to speak. 4. BUDGET PRESENTATIONS A. FY2027 Proposed Budget Presentations 1. Recreation Administration 2. Programs 3. Parks 5. Golf Course 6. Special Events 7. Festivals 8. Convention Center 9. Museum 10. Tourism 5. ADJOURN
Wed Apr 8, 2026

Mayor and City Council Budget Meeting

Ocean City Mayor and City Council to review FY2027 budget presentations

The Mayor and City Council will hold a budget meeting to hear presentations for the FY2027 proposed budget. The session includes a period for public comment on agenda items.

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL BUDGET MEETING Wednesday, April 8, 2026 - 1:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC A. Any person who may wish to speak on a matter scheduled for discussion on the Budget Meeting Agenda may be heard during Comments from the Public for a period of three (3) minutes or such time as may be deemed appropriate by the Council President. Anyone wishing to be heard shall state their name, address and the Agenda item on which he or she wishes to speak. 3. BUDGET PRESENTATIONS A. FY2027 Proposed Budget Presentations 1. Police 2. Communications 3. Electronics 4. Emergency Management 5. Beach Patrol 6. Volunteer Fire 7. EMS 8. Fire Marshal 4. ADJOURN
Tue Apr 7, 2026

Mayor and City Council Budget Meeting

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL BUDGET MEETING Tuesday, April 7, 2026 - 1:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC A. Any person who may wish to speak on a matter scheduled for discussion on the Budget Meeting Agenda may be heard during Comments from the Public for a period of three (3) minutes or such time as may be deemed appropriate by the Council President. Anyone wishing to be heard shall state their name, address and the Agenda item on which he or she wishes to speak. 3. BUDGET PRESENTATIONS A. FY2027 Proposed Budget Presentations 1. Budget Introduction 2. Mayor and Council, Legal, City Manager, Special Appropriations 3. City Clerk 4. Finance 5. Human Resources 6. Planning and Zoning 7. Information Technology 8. Purchasing/Service Center 9. Vehicle Trust 10. Risk Management 11. Public Works Administration/Construction 12. Public Works Maintenance 13. Solid Waste 14. Water 15. Wastewater 16. Transportation/Parking 17. Airport 18. Engineering 19. Capital Improvement Projects 4. ADJOURN
Mon Apr 6, 2026

Mayor and City Council Regular Meeting

Ocean City Council to hold public hearing on eliminating 12 bus stops

The Mayor and City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the removal of 12 bus stops. The body is also considering ordinances related to zoning, sign regulations, and the general employees' pension plan.

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, April 6, 2026 - 6:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PRAYER AND PLEDGE 3. ITEMS PRESENTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL A. Proclamation Recognizing Arbor Day, April 24, 2026 B. Ocean City University Graduation 4. CONSENT AGENDA A. Request to Approve Minutes 1. Work Session dated March 24, 2026 B. Acknowledgement of Standing Committee Draft Agendas 1. Police Commission - April 13 2. Tourism Commission - next meeting May 11 3. Transportation Committee - April 14 4. Recreation and Parks Committee - next meeting May 14 5. Green Team - next meeting May 13 6. Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee - April 15 7. Motor Event Task Force - April 20 C. Acknowledgement of Standing Committee Report 1. Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee - March 18 D. Private Event Approval Request for Worcester County Humane Society (previously called Boardwalkin' for Pets) - April 11, 2026 E. Request to Approve 2026 Picnic Table Agreements F. Bid Award Recommendation for 65th Street Service Center Renovations 5. MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Public Hearing for Elimination of Twelve Bus Stops 7. ITEMS REFERRED TO AND PRESENTATIONS FROM THE CITY MANAGER AND STAFF 8. ITEMS REFERRED TO AND PRESENTATIONS FROM THE CITY SOLICITOR A. Second Reading - Ordinance 2026-09 to Amend Chapter 1, General Provisions, Section 1.8, Violations and Penalties (further clarification on the ability of law enfor [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 6, 2026

Board of Supervisors of Elections

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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ELECTIONS REGULAR MEETING Wednesday, April 1, 2026 - 1:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER CITY HALL, EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM 2. NEW MEMBER INTRODUCTION 3. NEW BUSINESS A. Municipal Special Election Administrative Processes 4. ADJOURN
Thu Mar 26, 2026

Board of Zoning Appeals

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CITY HALL ● 301 N. BALTIMORE AVENUE ● P.O. BOX 158 ● OCEAN CITY ● MARYLAND ● 21843-0158 ● 410- 289-8221 TOWN OF The White Marlin Capital of the World MAYOR Richard W. Meehan CITY COUNCIL Matthew M. James President William C. Savage III Secretary John F. Gehrig, Jr. Jacob H. Mitrecic Carol Proctor Larry R. Yates CITY MANAGER Terence J. McGean, PE CITY CLERK Diana L. Chavis, MMC BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA Thursday, March 26, 2026 6:00 p.m. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland I. Administrative Matters 1. Minutes from the March, 2026 meeting 2. Findings of Fact for BZA 2734 (Jeffrey and Michelle Rosenkilde) II. Public Hearings AT 6:00 PM Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110 -93(2), Powers of the Code, an application related to Section 110-94(2)(b) has been filed to re quest a special parking exception to waive 15 parking spaces for the enclosure of outdoor dining space. The Property is described as Tax Map 111, Grid 11, Parcel 3204. It is further described as being located on the west side of Philadelphia Avenue and is locally known as Embers at 2305 Philadelphia Avenue, Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT: HUGH CROPPER IV, ESQ. FOR EMBERS, LLC (BZA 2735, #26-09400003) AT 6:15 PM Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110 -93(2), Powers of the Code, an application related to Section 110-94(3)(c) has been fil [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 24, 2026

Mayor and City Council Work Session

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION Tuesday, March 24, 2026 - 1:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. NOTICE AND REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION A. Closed Session Notice and Report - Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 12:00 - 1:00 PM to discuss Legal Matters 3. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS A. Retirement Recognition of Finance Director Chuck Bireley for 10 Years of Service 4. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC A. Any person who may wish to speak on a matter scheduled for discussion on the Work Session Agenda may be heard during Comments from the Public for a period of three (3) minutes or such time as may be deemed appropriate by the Council President. Anyone wishing to be heard shall state their name, address and the Agenda item on which he or she wishes to speak. 5. NEW BUSINESS A. Request to Approve Minutes 1. Regular Meeting #5 dated March 16, 2026 B. Bid Opening - 65th Street Service Center Renovations C. Consideration of Council Candidates for the 2026 Special Election presented by City Clerk D. Maryland State Highway Administration Biannual Update presented by District Engineer Mark Crampton and Associates E. Report on the Financial Health of the Town presented by First Tryon Advisors Director Pam Kelly F. Discussion of Outdoor Displays presented by Planning and Community Development Director George Bendler G. Planning Commission Recommendation for Zoning Map Update and Annual Zoning Report presented by Planning and Community Development Director George Bendler H. Discussion of Ad [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 17, 2026

Planning and Zoning Commission

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P.O. Box 158, Ocean City, Maryland 21843-0158 | oceancitymd.gov | City Hall: (410) 289-8221 | Fax: (410) 289-8703 Somewhere to Smile About MAYOR Richard W. Meehan CITY COUNCIL Matthew M. James President William C. Savage III Secretary John F. Gehrig, Jr. Jacob H. Mitrecic Carol Proctor Larry R. Yates CITY MANAGER Terence J. McGean, PE CITY CLERK Diana L. Chavis, MMC PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA Tuesday, March 17th 2026 Meetings are held in the Council Chambers on the 1st floor of City Hall, 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland. REGULAR SESSION – 6:00pm I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a) Minutes of March 3, 2026 II. SITE PLAN a) Site Plan Review for the permanent enclosure of an existing 1,276-square-foot deck at Fager’s Island Restaurant, and the formalization of thirteen (13) code-compliant off-site parking spaces through a recorded parking dedication agreement. The restaurant property is located at 201 60th Street, Ocean City, Maryland, identified as Tax Map 113, Parcel 6739, and owned by the Trustees of the John W. Fager Intervivos Trust. The required parking spaces are proposed to be dedicated on a nearby parcel owned by MJF Ventures, LLC, identified as Tax Map 113, Parcel 8433 (Lot 25A, Block 124, Isle of Wight Land Company plat). APPLICANT: JSD/The Design Group for Fager’s Island Ltd (PZ FILE #26-1810003) b) Site Plan Review for the remodel of an existing miniature golf course, including the relocation of parking and eleven (11) golf holes, located at 2801 Philad [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 16, 2026

Mayor and City Council Regular Meeting

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, March 16, 2026 - 6:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PRAYER AND PLEDGE 3. ITEMS PRESENTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL A. Proclamation Recognizing Greek Independence Day on March 25, 2026 4. CONSENT AGENDA A. Request to Approve Minutes 1. Work Session dated March 10, 2026 B. Acknowledgement of Standing Committee Minutes 1. Police Commission - March 9 2. Tourism Commission - March 9 3. Transportation Committee March 10 5. Green Team - March 11 C. Private Event Approval Request for the Summer Sports Safari aka S3 Festival June 27-28, 2026 D. Private Event Approval Request for American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer - October 24, 2026 5. MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS 7. ITEMS REFERRED TO AND PRESENTATIONS FROM THE CITY MANAGER AND STAFF A. Ocean City Police Department Annual Report presented by Police Chief Ray Austin 8. ITEMS REFERRED TO AND PRESENTATIONS FROM THE CITY SOLICITOR A. Second Reading - Ordinance 2026-01 to Adopt the 2025 Comprehensive Plan (a 10-year review and update of the existing 2017 Plan as introduced at the January 13 Work Session and amended upon further review at the February 24 Work Session) B. Second Reading - Ordinance 2026-07 to Authorize the Abandonment, Closure and Conveyance of a Portion of an Alley that is 16' Wide by 50' in Length (800 square feet) between 26th and 27th Streets (as reviewed and approved at the January 27, [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Mar 12, 2026

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board of Zoning Appeals to consider sunroom setback exception at 14000 Sea Captain Road

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to decide on a special yard exception for a proposed enclosed sunroom. The board will also review minutes and findings of fact from a previous meeting.

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CITY HALL ● 301 N. BALTIMORE AVENUE ● P.O. BOX 158 ● OCEAN CITY ● MARYLAND ● 21843-0158 ● 410- 289-8221 TOWN OF The White Marlin Capital of the World MAYOR Richard W. Meehan CITY COUNCIL Matthew M. James President William C. Savage III Secretary John F. Gehrig, Jr. Jacob H. Mitrecic Carol Proctor Larry R. Yates CITY MANAGER Terence J. McGean, PE CITY CLERK Diana L. Chavis, MMC BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA Thursday, March 12, 2026 6:00 p.m. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland I. Administrative Matters 1. Minutes from the February 12, 2026 meeting 2. Findings of Fact for BZA 2733 (Logan and Peter Buas) II. Public Hearing Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110 -93(2), Powers of the Code, an application related to Section 110-94(3)(a) has been filed to re quest a special yard exception for a proposed enclosed sunroom to be 15 feet from the front property line, rather than 20 feet as required by Code. The Property is described as Lot 21, Block 7, Section K, of the C aine Woods Plat. It is further described as being located on the east side of Sea Captain Road and is locally known as 14000 Sea C aptain Road, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT: JEFFREY AND MICHELLE ROSENKILDE (BZA 2734, FILE 26-09400002) III. Board/ Staff Comments IV. Adjournment BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MINUTES TOWN OF OCEAN CI [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Mar 12, 2026

Board of Port Wardens

Board of Port Wardens to review bulkhead and boat lift requests

The Board of Port Wardens will meet to consider three applications for marine construction. The board will review one minor case for a bulkhead replacement and two major cases for boat lift and pier installations.

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MAYOR Richard W. Meehan CITY COUNCIL Matthew M. James President William C. Savage III Secretary John F. Gehrig, Jr. Jacob H. Mitrecic Carol Proctor Larry R. Yates CITY MANAGER Terence J. McGean, PE CITY CLERK Diana L. Chavis, MMC Board of Port Wardens AGENDA Thursday, March 12 2026 2:00 PM The Board of Port Wardens meeting will be held monthly on the 2nd Thursday at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, located at 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland. 1. To Approve Minutes from January 8, 2026 meeting 2. MINOR CASES PW 26-017 A request has been submitted to install 50’ of replacement vinyl bulkhead not to exceed 18” channelward. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 317 N HERON GULL CT Parcel # 6062A-75 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. OWNER: Michael F. Tangora APPLICANT: Martin’s Construction LLC/c/o Erin Rogers 3. MAJOR CASES PW 26-018 A request has been submitted to remove one existing piling; install one new boatlift with four associated pilings not to exceed 16’ channelward. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 2808 PLOVER DR UNIT C Parcel # 4800 -327E - in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT/OWNER: Robert Gerald Bathurst PW 26-020 A request has been submitted to construct a 6’ x 25’ shared pier and install one boatlift with associated pilings maximum channelward extension of 31’. The site of the proposed co [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 10, 2026

Mayor and City Council Work Session

Council to review museum boardwalk expansion and alcohol license bills

The Mayor and City Council will discuss a concept for expanding the Ocean City Lifesaving Station Museum Boardwalk. The session includes a discussion on House Bill 1101 and Senate Bill 846 regarding temporary and municipal to-go alcohol licenses.

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION Tuesday, March 10, 2026 - 1:00 PM AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. NOTICE AND REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION A. Closed Session Notice and Report - Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 11: 15 AM - 1:00 PM to discuss Legal and Personnel Matters 3. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND RECOGNITIONS A. Oath of Office for Considered Board Candidates B. Retirement Recognition of Heavy Equipment Operator Clifton Henry, Sr., after 50 Years of Service 4. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC A. Any person who may wish to speak on a matter scheduled for discussion on the Work Session Agenda may be heard during Comments from the Public for a period of three (3) minutes or such time as may be deemed appropriate by the Council President. Anyone wishing to be heard shall state their name, address and the Agenda item on which he or she wishes to speak. 5. NEW BUSINESS A. Request to Approve Minutes 1. Work Session dated February 24, 2026 2. Regular Meeting #4 dated March 2, 2026 B. Review of the Ocean City Lifesaving Station Museum Boardwalk Expansion Concept presented by Public Works Director Hal Adkins and Museum Curator Christine Okerblom C. Discussion of House Bill 1101 and Senate Bill 846 Entitled Worcester County - Alcoholic Beverages - Temporary To-Go Event Permit and Class C Per Diem Municipal To-Go Beer, Wine and Liquor License presented by City Solicitor Heather Stansbury 6. ADJOURN
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