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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Ocean City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Delmarva Power substation expansion and battery storage
The Second Street substation upgrade — including elevating equipment against downtown flooding — is at 30% design with construction targeted for fall 2027. The 100th Street battery storage unit should be fully online by January 2027, but neighbors say its floodlights are shining into condominium bedrooms.
Biosolids Mixer Replacement
Three mixers at the wastewater plant are near the end of their service life; replacing them costs $662,046, covered by wastewater fund savings from FY26.
Eagles Landing Plant Mitigation Bid Opening
The city opened bids for mitigation work at the Eagles Landing plant. The bid prices will shape the cost of this wastewater infrastructure project.