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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.
Harbour Island bulkhead replacement timeline
A 2,750-linear-foot bulkhead replacement across the Harbour Island condo association's waterfront needed a longer runway than the standard 18 months. The board tied its approval to the state and federal permit clock, running to May 11, 2030.
Water Tank Painting Bids
Four bids came in for repainting the 1st and 100th Street water tanks — all under the $1.16 million budget. Staff will review before an award.
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.
Aging Sewer Interceptor Inspection
After a sinkhole on Coastal Highway near 49th Street revealed decay in 1969-era sewer pipes, the town is spending about $330,000 to inspect 35,000 feet of pipe from 27th to 145th Street.
Debt Reimbursement for Transfer Station and Water Plant Projects
Nine contractors bid on the roughly $1.1 million window-and-door replacement job, with the low bid from Mersco at $595,762.50 — nearly half the budget estimate. Bids go to staff for review before any award.
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.