COUNTY WITHDRAWS WAIVER REQUEST
Commissioners opt to fund $75.4M school budget rather than ask for state exemption
(May 1, 2009) The Worcester County Commissioners have withdrawn their request for a waiver of the state mandated level of funding for county schools and will work to fund the school budget as presented. Full Story
Conven. center, tourism budgets see crucial cuts
(May 1, 2009) Because tourism is the lifeblood of Ocean City, the fiscal year 2010 tourism budget is expected to increase so the city can attempt to attract more visitors. The $4.9 million budget for tourism, public relations and the Life-Saving Station museum on the Boardwalk is $457,000 more than the current budget. Full Story
OCEAN CITY BIDS FAREWELL TO OCBP CAPT. ROBERT CRAIG
(At right) Flanked by friends and family members, a wreath is carried down the beach to be released into the ocean in memory of Craig, "founding father" of the Beach Patrol. Carrying the wreath is the current head of the organization, Capt. Butch Arbin, who is flanked by Craig's son, Robert Craig, and grandson, Christopher Craig. Full Story
Police department decreases budget in face of struggling economy
(May 1, 2009) The Ocean City Police Department has trimmed nearly $750,000 out of its proposed spending for the coming year by eliminating unfilled positions, reducing part-time patrol salaries and cutting back on overtime. The $19.6 million budget proposed by the police department for the 2010 fiscal year beginning July 1 is less than the current year's $20. Full Story
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