Council Member· 2024-11-07–2026-04-07 (start: organizational meeting Thursday November 7, 2024 after the November 5, 2024 election per oceancitymd.gov election results release; end: resigned April 7, 2026 for health reasons per oceancitymd.gov/oc/2026/04/07/)
Larry Yates
Ocean City
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 6
- Total speaking time
- 16:00
- Avg per meeting
- 2:40
- Segments
- 316
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Top issues during term (14)
Minor setback relief for Assawoman Drive renovation
Approval lets an ongoing full renovation proceed as designed without costly redesign.
Quiet Storm outdoor merchandise display exceptions
Approvals let the stores keep selling discounted merchandise outdoors, supporting seasonal retail sales.
Elimination of twelve bus stops
Unknown — any cost savings weren't discussed.
Arbor Day recognition and Tree City USA
None — volunteer-run with parks department support.
Ocean City University graduation
None — a free public education program run by city staff.
Zoning text amendment: bulk regulations and setbacks for duplexes and townhouses
Waterways Code Amendments (Chapter 106)
Beach Franchise Parcel Ownership Cap
Could change who controls and profits from beach franchise concessions along the boardwalk.
Short-Term Rental License Limits in R-1 and MH Neighborhoods
Could affect rental property owners' income and the city's license fee revenue, though no figures were provided.
Special Event Parking Fines
Visitors and residents parking illegally during big events would pay double the normal fine.
Comprehensive Plan Update
Townhouse Driveway Apron Requirements
Could affect design and construction costs for new townhouse projects on wide lots.
Embers Restaurant deck enclosure and parking recalculation
Embers would have avoided needing 15 more parking spaces; no cost to taxpayers.
Flood freeboard variances for substantial improvements
Approvals let owners avoid costly elevation of additions and keep flood insurance valid, without cost to the town.
Decisions during term (21)
Recorded while Yates was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of March 12, 2026 meeting minutes
Findings of Fact for BZA 2734 (Jeffrey and Michelle Rosenkilde)
BZA 2735 — Embers LLC special parking exception (2305 Philadelphia Avenue)
BZA 2736 — Matthew H. Fogle special yard exception (1535 Teal Drive)
Approval of minutes from February 4, 2026
BAAV 26-014 variance — 731 Laurel Avenue
BAAV 26-016 variance — 102 Winter Harbor Drive
Vote to Approve Minutes from February 4, 2026
Approval of February 3, 2026 meeting minutes
Favorable recommendation of outdoor display and sign ordinance amendments
Closed Session Convened and Adjourned
Appointment of Joshua Bunting as Fire Chief
Consent Agenda (Items A-G)
Ordinance 2026-01 — Adopt 2025 Comprehensive Plan (First Reading)
Ordinance 2026-02 — Amend Chapter 106 Waterways (First Reading)
Ordinance 2026-03 — Driveway Apron Requirements for Townhouses (First Reading)
Ordinance 2026-04 — Doubled Parking Fines During Special Events (First Reading)
Resolution 2026-02 — Bicycles on Certain Sidewalks
Resolution 2026-03 — Disposition of Surplus Personal Property
Resolution 2026-04 — 2026 Special Event Dates for Enhanced Parking Rates and Penalties
Voting record (15)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.