Additional Measures Taken in Maryland to Slow the Spread of COVID-19 Ocean City, Maryland – (March 23, 2020): Gov. Larry Hogan enacted an executive order today, March 23, to close all non-essential businesses, organizations, establishments, and facilities in Maryland. The order, which goes into effect at 5 p.m. today, is NOT a ‘shelter in place’…
Beach and Boardwalk Closed, Mayor & City Council Urge Visitors to Stay Home Ocean City, Maryland – (March 22, 2020): As confirmed cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) increase throughout the State of Maryland, and in Worcester County, the Mayor and City Council continue to encourage visitors to stay safe and stay home. Policy leaders met today,…
Town Buildings Close to Public Beginning Friday, March 20 Ocean City, Maryland – (March 20, 2020): With the first positive test of COVID-19 being reported in Worcester County by the Worcester County Health Department, Town of Ocean City leaders have made further steps to protect the health and safety of residents and employees. Beginning today, public access…
“Now Is Not the Time to Visit Ocean City” Cautions Mayor Rick Meehan Ocean City, Maryland – (March 19, 2020): As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to change on a minute-by-minute basis, Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan and the City Council are urging citizens to stay home, be responsible and avoid crowds. State of Maryland Governor…
Mayor Urges Citizens to Be Part of Efforts to Flatten the Curve Ocean City, Maryland – (March 18, 2020): With the recent outbreak of COVID-19, the Town of Ocean City has instituted several changes in day-to-day operations. Although many changes will be invisible to the public, public safety personnel MAY be wearing Personal Protective Equipment…