Ocean Pines ROC

Have you ever heard the phrase “Circle of Trust” used in your HOA? It might sound harmless even friendly. But when that phrase starts to define who gets heard, who gets included, and who gets shut out, it becomes more than just a social bond.  In this episode of ROC BUZZ, we explore how informal cliques and private gatherings can create the perception or reality of insider governance.  When the sa...

Should HOA board candidates be held to the same scrutiny as business or government leaders?   In this episode, we examine why background checks, financial disclosures and identifying conflicts of interest are critical especially when millions of dollars, community trust and your vote are at stake. In many communities, HOA boards manage multimillion-dollar budgets, approve high-value contracts, and...

The Worcester County Child Advocacy Center (CAC) is a child-friendly, safe and neutral location in which local law enforcement and Child Protective Services investigators may conduct and observe forensic interviews with children who are alleged victims of crimes. The CAC provides child and non-offending family members with support, crisis intervention, trauma based therapy, and medical interventio...

Worcester County Department of Social Services / Adult Protective Services Help the Elderly or Vulnerable Adults from financial exploitation which involves wrongfully taking or using an older adult’s funds or property through theft, scams, fraud, or predatory lending.  Report suspected Medicaid or Medicare Fraud where free medical devices such as back braces are offered and requires your Medicare...

The 2024 OPA Election is off to a questionable start.  Directors Farr and Heavner are running to retain their seats.  The BIG questions are:  Where is the Search Committee?  Is the Board disregarding the governing documents by not having a Search Committee? Is not having a Search Committee a conflict of interest and a way for Farr and Heavner to eliminate competition? Ocean Pines needs independent...

Don't miss Ocean Pines first ever Season Kickoff & Expo Event on Saturday April 20th from 3-7pm at White Horse Park. Explore Ocean Pines Amenities, Activities, Clubs & Businesses along with so many Exhibitors & Sponsors.  Discover activities and opportunities, meet your neighbors & the OPA staff. Food & beverage trucks, music, interactive displays & demonstrations, dun...

Landscaping Solutions for Drainage, Beautification, Maintenance, Cleanup, Safety and more as we talk with Andy Park, owner of Scotland Yards Landscaping who provides service to Ocean Pines, Berlin, Ocean City and the surrounding areas!    Contact Andy today for your FREE estimate to begin the amazing transformation of your property! Guest:  Andy Park, Owner of Scotland Yards Landscaping 410-208-35...

Worcester County Department of Social Services / Child Protective Services shares the services of DSS and outlines the services of DSS and how local families can help with Foster Care. ------ Foster Care is a temporary Service that provides short-term care and supportive services to children who are unable to live at home because of child abuse or neglect.  Who are the Children in Foster Care?  Ch...

Worcester County Schools on Banning Library Books, School Funding/Budget and the concerns of parents that our Commissioners will underfund the required budget and begin putting much needed programs on the chopping block.  Will the Commissioners fail to provide the necessary funds to keep Worcester County Schools at the top of the grade? Special Guest: Mr. Tom Simon, Parent & Founder Worcester...

Does your HOA operate as a Democracy or a Dictatorship under a Board Majority or Board Super Majority?  Is the Board Majority listening to its Association Members and its Committee Members?  Is the Board Majority ignoring the governing documents and making up their own rules as they go along?   AES Drafting Services Residential DESIGN and DRAFTING Services Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate...

Why is the OPA Board of Directors operating without a Code of Ethics & Conduct (Resolution B-08) and why was it rescinded on June 16, 2021?  Listen to some of the history surrounding Resolution B-08 and the need to reinstate Resolution B-08 now. According to many professional organizations, including HOAManagement.com, HOA Boards should have a code of ethics to ensure that the Directors perfor...

Be involved in your community by volunteering.  Listen to the benefits and opportunities along with information on how to connect with Committees, Clubs and Social Groups here in Ocean Pines and the Surrounding areas. References Include: www. OceanPines.org - Ocean Pines Association www. BerlinMainStreet.com www. VolunteerMatch.org www. OPVFD.com - To join the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department...

Ocean Pines Community Surveys.  Is the current BOD's listening to the homeowners or are they on a mission of their own to do and change as they see fit?  Are the surveys with this BOD's a thing of the past?   Ocean Pines Surveys are important to its members and consideration should be given to each of the survey questions and the communities responses.  Keeping in mind that a rogue board...

The proposed Sports Facility, the Project that continues on!  Where will the facility LAND?   Will it be built In Ocean City, Berlin, Ocean Pines or somewhere completely new?  Where are we today and what are the details?   ROC BUZZ prepares for the next meeting of the Ocean City Sports Complex Task Force Dec. 14, 2023 from 9 a.m. to noon at the convention center, room 215 where further discussions...

Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce is changing their name and will now be known as the Worcester County Chamber of Commerce.   Learn more about what the Chamber of Commerce is all about and how it can help your business and your community. Worcester County Chamber of Commerce will remain in Ocean Pines and will continue to run the Ocean Pines Visitors Center as well. Don't miss this very informa...

Worcester County School Safety discussions amidst differences between the Sheriff's Office and the Board Of Education in addressing student behavior and the reporting of student incidents to the SRO.  Discussions also include the need for balancing cognitive growth and accountability. Guest: John Huber,  Education Consultant Emal:  johnhuber@marylandk12.com  www. MarylandK12.com *SRO = School...

The importance of negotiations, maintaining confidentiality and knowing when to speak to the press are all necessary skills for the Board of Directors. Support the show

Freedom of the press or freedom of the media is the fundamental principle that communication and expression through various media, including printed and electronic media, especially published materials, should be considered a right to be exercised freely. Homeowners should have the right to read, watch or listen to news and information from multiple sources and not be encouraged or threatened to o...

Helping Worcester County and the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland for 50 years! Diakonia is a 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization that has been providing services for the homeless for almost 50 years. There are many ways that you can help Diakonia: Food Donations : These still can be dropped off at Food Pantry/Shelter at 12747 Old Bridge Rd. You can call 410-213-0923 about any food donations you’d lik...

ROC BUZZ keeping up to date with the necessary renovations to the OPVFD, the status of the project, presentation materials, funding recommendations, grants, reserves, and more.  How much will it cost homeowners and what is the status?  Listen to this episode of ROC BUZZ for more information as we begin to review and report the details. Support the show

With an estimated cost of $450,000 - $650,000 is a Dedicated Boardroom necessary for the Ocean Pines Board of Directors?  Are they planning on building a room or a new Ocean Pines Home?  Is this really necessary or a waste of HOA fees? Update:  As of Oct 28, 2023 BOD meeting, there are NO further plans to build a new Boardroom.  Table covers were also introduced at the meeting and looked very prof...

Ocean Pines Police Chief Leo Ehrisman Breaks Silence - Forced into mandatory Retirement after 37 years of service.  Listen to His Life & Dedication to the Ocean Pines Community. Support the show

The Ocean Pines Communications Committee is still talking about replacing the current informational signs on Ocean Parkway with Digital, Neon, Electronic, Bright Light signs.  Will they be in the median or will they be directly in front of a residents home on the side of the road and will these Neon Signs takeaway from the country feel and beauty of our community? Support the show

ROC BUZZ talks with Police Officer Chris Tarr from the Ocean Pines Police Department about the infamous Shed Breaking of December 17, 2022  and what he experienced himself during this time.   Support the show

Living in Ocean Pines with an HOA and Rules to be followed. This episode reviews what the DR's are about, where to find them, should they be changed, are there fines and what is Compliance, Permit and Inspections (CPI) here in Ocean Pines. Are you following the DR's also known as the Rules within the Ocean Pines Community when it comes to your property? Support the show