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Mayor's Update — Oct. 23, 2026
Published on October 23, 2026
October 23, 2026Dear Friends,City Council last night approved the appointment of Matt von der Hayden to be our next business administrator. We’re extremely fortunate to have such a highly qualified leader heading up the city team.I want to thank Cou…
Matt von der Hayden Named New Business Administrator
Published on October 23, 2026
Mayor Jay Gillian announced that he has appointed Matt von der Hayden as Ocean City’s next business administrator. His appointment was approved by City Council on Thursday, Oct. 22.Von der Hayden will succeed George Savastano, 66, who will retire fr…
What's Happening in Ocean City: Oct. 24-31
Published on October 21, 2026
On the Boardwalk, Every Dog Has Its Day … or TwoFamilies and their “best friends” will enjoy the return of Dog Days on the Boardwalk for the sixth year on Saturday and Sunday. The popular event will permit leashed dogs to walk the boards 9 a.m. to 5…
Drop Off Unused Prescription Drugs on Saturday
Published on October 21, 2026
The Ocean City Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration will participate in the DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, October 24 at the Ocean City Free Public Library or the police substatio…
All Invited to Coffee With Cops on Saturday
Published on October 20, 2026
The Ocean City Police Department will hold a Coffee with Cops event 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24 in the atrium outside the Ocean City Free Public Library (at the Ocean City Community Center, 1735 Simpson Avenue).The public is invited to discu…
Join Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweeps on Oct. 24
Published on October 14, 2026
Volunteers are sought for the Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweep from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24. Register at cleanoceanaction.org and check in at the Ocean City Music Pier before the event. Bring your own bucket and gloves.
First Night 2027 Admission Buttons Go On Sale Oct. 10
Published on October 09, 2026
It’s not too early to start making plans to ring in 2027 at Ocean City’s family-friendly First Night New Year’s Eve celebration. All-inclusive admission buttons for the annual event will go on sale at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10.First Night Ocean City …
Polling Places Changed in Ocean City’s Second Ward
Published on September 30, 2026
The Ocean City Clerk’s Office announced new polling places for voters in two districts within the city’s Second Ward.Voters in Second Ward District 1 and District 5 will now vote at the Ocean City Civic Center between Fifth Street and Sixth Street, …
Inspections of Water Service Lines Begin Sept. 15
Published on September 11, 2026
New Jersey American Water's qualified contractor, CDM Smith, will begin conducting scheduled service line inspections in Ocean City on Tuesday, Sept. 15, as part of its Lead Service Line Replacement Program. Appointments are expected to remain avail…
Video and Slides of August 29 Mayor's Town Hall Meeting
Published on August 29, 2026
Mayor Jay A. Gillian held a town hall meeting at the Ocean City Free Public Library on Saturday, August 29, 2026. He provided updates on upcoming city improvements and answered questions from the public. Video of the meeting is available below or by…
