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🌱 Patch AM: How will a $95,000 study reshape Ocean City’s future?

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Good morning Ocean City! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will a $95,000 study reshape Ocean City's future?
  • What would a $200 million Icona resort mean for Ocean City?
  • Which Ocean City beaches are still guarded as crowds keep coming?

Also on today's calendar: The Race of Gentlemen Oct. 3 & 4, 2026 and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 86 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Clouds and sun; less humid, temps: high: 80, low: 64.
  • Saturday: A p.m. shower in places, with a high of 80 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Comprehensive survey on Ocean City being conducted ‣ Ocean City Sentinel (ocnjsentinel.com) — Ocean City officials are funding a $95,000 comprehensive survey to better understand visitors, homeowners, and business districts so they can plan the resort's next five to ten years. Consultants will analyze bridge traffic, rental patterns, commercial districts, and tax impacts, with results shared publicly and used by City Council and other agencies to guide key decisions affecting residents and the local economy.
   

2. Archbishop Carroll's Eustace Mita Reshaped the Shore with Icona Resorts. Now He Wants Ocean City (delco.today) — Ocean City could see a $200 million, seven-story Icona resort rise on the former Gillian's Wonderland Pier site, a proposal that's already dividing residents. Developer Eustace Mita, who has reshaped several Shore towns with luxury hotels and high-end homes, says his faith-driven companies are investing for generations, raising big questions about Ocean City's future skyline and character.
   

3. Jersey Shore beachgoers warned as lifeguard staffing drops (nbcphiladelphia.com) — Ocean City now has just six guarded beaches, a sharp drop from peak summer coverage, and officials are urging swimmers to enter the water only where lifeguards are on duty. With most surf-zone deaths historically happening in September and rip currents still a threat, locals and late-season visitors are being reminded to treat the ocean cautiously, especially families with young children.
   

4. ESL classes at St. Peter's a two-way street ‣ Ocean City Sentinel (ocnjsentinel.com) — St. Peter's United Methodist Church in Ocean City hosts free, weekly English as a Second Language classes that connect immigrant adults with dedicated local volunteers. Students from countries like Russia, Mexico, and Haiti build language skills, community ties, and work opportunities, while teachers and church leaders quietly support them through challenges such as immigration fears and job loss.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • We so look forward to our cleaning days.
    Nicole is amazing, she brings great energy, attention to detail and so kind. (Nextdoor Ocean City-North End)
  • Looking for a reputable landscaping company for cleaning up, planting and landscaping a small yard.
    Looking for low maintenance planting. Thank you. (Nextdoor Ocean City-North End)
  • InstaSwim posted a job opening for Private Swim Instructor in Ocean City. Apply here.
  • Atlantic Medical Imaging posted a job opening for Radiologist Administrative Assistant, Per Diem in Pleasantville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Ocean City here.

Ok Ocean City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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