(Sept. 28, 2017) Plans are in place to create two temporary signs commemorating the 50th anniversary of Ocean Pines, next year, as well as one permanent sign at the Cathell Road entrance to the community.
Public Works Director Eddie Wells and other Ocean Pines staff were on hand during the most recent committee meeting, Sept. 18, to discuss the signs.
Wells recommended lumber signs at the north and south gate entrances, which he said would be cheaper to make, but would last the duration of the yearlong golden anniversary celebration.
For the permanent structure on Cathell Road, Wells said a material like azek could be used to create a lasting “welcome” sign. He also said there were plans to put the 50th anniversary logo on public works trucks, next year.
Committee member Sharyn O’Hare said the signs would be unveiled during a dedication ceremony on Saturday, Jan. 6, at 10 a.m. General Manager John Bailey and Committee Chairwoman Jenny Cropper-Rines are expected to say a few words during the unveiling.
The committee also continued its discussion for additional events next year, including a parade on June 2, a golf tournament on June 30, a racquet sports tournament in August and a winter ball on Nov. 10.
Additionally, Marketing and Public Relations Director Denise Sawyer said she would submit an application for a commemorative 50th anniversary license plate with the slogan, “Timeless Tides,” as chosen by the committee.
Bailey, in just his second week of work, sat in during the meeting. He promised to be a regular visitor to the various advisory committees, as time allows.
“I’m not one to sit behind a desk and let the dust settle – I’m more likely to kick the desk,” Bailey said, drawing laughter from the committee members.
He said Lake of the Woods in Virginia, a community Bailey formerly managed, recently celebrated its 50th anniversary. Like Ocean Pines, Boise Cascade built Lake of the Woods.
The 50th Anniversary Advisory Committee will next meet on Oct. 23 at 10 a.m. at the Tern Grill.
Public Works Director Eddie Wells and other Ocean Pines staff were on hand during the most recent committee meeting, Sept. 18, to discuss the signs.
Wells recommended lumber signs at the north and south gate entrances, which he said would be cheaper to make, but would last the duration of the yearlong golden anniversary celebration.
For the permanent structure on Cathell Road, Wells said a material like azek could be used to create a lasting “welcome” sign. He also said there were plans to put the 50th anniversary logo on public works trucks, next year.
Committee member Sharyn O’Hare said the signs would be unveiled during a dedication ceremony on Saturday, Jan. 6, at 10 a.m. General Manager John Bailey and Committee Chairwoman Jenny Cropper-Rines are expected to say a few words during the unveiling.
The committee also continued its discussion for additional events next year, including a parade on June 2, a golf tournament on June 30, a racquet sports tournament in August and a winter ball on Nov. 10.
Additionally, Marketing and Public Relations Director Denise Sawyer said she would submit an application for a commemorative 50th anniversary license plate with the slogan, “Timeless Tides,” as chosen by the committee.
Bailey, in just his second week of work, sat in during the meeting. He promised to be a regular visitor to the various advisory committees, as time allows.
“I’m not one to sit behind a desk and let the dust settle – I’m more likely to kick the desk,” Bailey said, drawing laughter from the committee members.
He said Lake of the Woods in Virginia, a community Bailey formerly managed, recently celebrated its 50th anniversary. Like Ocean Pines, Boise Cascade built Lake of the Woods.
The 50th Anniversary Advisory Committee will next meet on Oct. 23 at 10 a.m. at the Tern Grill.