Berlin, Ocean Pines News Worcester County Bayside Gazette
By Greg Ellison (March 10, 2022) The nonprofit We Heart Berlin is gaining ground on installing table tennis facilities at Burbage Park and is continuing to compile funding for a proposed skate park at a yet-to-be-determined location. We Heart Berlin President and CEO Tony Weeg said a fundraising campaign is underway to install ping pong… Read more »
But with host of conditions on building’s renovation By Greg Ellison (March 10, 2022) Renovations for a string of storefronts along Main Street in Berlin that formerly housed Town Center Antiques are continuing after the Historic District Commission approved design plans last week. Samantha Pielstick, representing property owner Jack Burbage, presented architectural renderings and detailed… Read more »
By Greg Ellison (March 3, 2022) The Ocean Pines Board of Directors last week delayed decisions on proposed governance document revisions, signed off on a grant application to improve nature trails and voted on advisory committee appointments, with all but one approved. M-09 revisions Due to uncertainties on timeframes, Association President Colette Horn withdrew second… Read more »
(March 3, 2022) The Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office investigated a Monday morning fire in a high-occupancy apartment complex in Berlin. Just before 5:30 a.m. Berlin Volunteer Fire Company was alerted for a fire at the Ocean’s East Luxury Apartment Homes complex at 9892 Shore Break Lane in Berlin. Upon arrival, crews discovered fire and… Read more »
Current year financials continue to trend positive, general manager reports By Greg Ellison (March 3, 2022) Ocean Pines’ financials and progress reports on other projects were updated by General Manager John Viola at the Board of Directors’ meeting last Wednesday. Looking at ending numbers from this January, revenues were favorable by $56,000, offset by expenses… Read more »
FY2022 surplus lets board cut $100 off last year’s bill for non-waterfront property By Greg Ellison (March 3, 2022) Eclipsing a fiscal high note reached only once before, the Ocean Pines Board of Directors last week approved the association’s FY23 budget cut assessments by $100 for non-waterfront properties. Speaking during the board meeting last Wednesday,… Read more »
By Greg Ellison (March 3, 2022) The Ocean Pines Communications Committee continued to discuss the installation of electronic message boards and how to catalog historical community items, and previewed two town halls slated for March during its meeting last Wednesday. Committee Chair Cheryl Jacobs said board of directors discussions last month about upgrading existing marquees… Read more »
By Greg Elliosn (March 3, 2022) Berlin Mayor Zack Tyndall and Town Council discussed an upcoming community bike ride, along with ordinances tied to zoning for crematoriums, short-term rental regulations and establishing an abatement fund during its meeting on Monday. Community bike ride Economic & Community Development Director Ivy Wells requested approval to stage a… Read more »
By Greg Ellison (March 3, 2022) With hopes of establishing a new tradition for area foodies, the Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce is launching its inaugural Restaurant Week from March 6-12. Chamber Executive Director Kerrie Bunting said the fresh venture was planned in conjunction with the ERA Martin Associates Shamrock Division on Racetrack Road. “It’s… Read more »
Heron Park property price awaits update of appraisal By Greg Ellison (March 3, 2022) Based on concerns aired by a host of residents, the Berlin Town Council voted on Monday to seek updated appraisals for several Heron Park parcels before considering two offers to buy them. After issuing a request for proposals (RFP) for parcels… Read more »