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IN OCEAN CITY
This Week in Ocean City: A Measured and Encouraging Turn
A letter from our Coalition Partner, Ocean City 2050, shared on Jan 16, 2026:
Dear Ocean City 2050 Supporters,
We wanted to share a brief summary of this week’s developments in Ocean City—news on topics we have been closely following that, taken together, reflect a constructive moment for residents who care about the city’s long-term future.
First, some encouraging news from the Ocean City Sentinel: Council President Terry Crowley and Councilman Dave Winslow were both quoted as saying “they would not want to vote on the rehab designation until the Subcommittee finishes its work.” If they stick to their guns, this is great news.
As you may recall, the Planning Board previously declined to recommend the Rehab designation. We believe the Council should do the same, as the Planning Board got it right. We agree it is also crucial for City Council to wait for the Subcommittee to complete its work before making any decisions on the future of 600 Boardwalk. This ensures any decision is fully informed and also respects the effort being put in by the volunteer citizens on the Subcommittee.
…Read the full letter here.
wonderland commons.
a place to play.
a place to stay.
Welcome to Wonderland Commons—where boutique lodging, a children’s amusement park, a cutting-edge digital experience center, and vibrant public spaces come together in one dynamic destination. A community-led proposal, Wonderland Commons has something for everyone, from young children to teens to adults.
Each element is independently operated but designed to work in harmony, creating a flexible, sustainable, and financially viable model. Together, they form a place to play, a place to stay, and a future Ocean City can truly own.
Located directly on Ocean City’s historic boardwalk, Wonderland Commons invites pedestrians to enter through its iconic gateway into a reimagined space where charm, community, and creativity come together. Inside, families can enjoy a diversity of experiences and activities for all ages as part of Wonderland Commons’ various components:
A Reimagined Wonderland: A boutique amusement park for kids and their families.
Digital Entertainment Center: Year-round interactive entertainment for teens and adults.
Public Attractions: A free playground, band shell stage, and rooftop deck with ocean views.
Food-Truck Dining: Ever-changing selections with rotating options.
Low-rise, High-End Lodging: rooftop pools, restaurants, retail and dining space in the heart of it all.
Moreover, our BETTER IDEA meets the requirements set by the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce for their support, including:
Ensuring community engagement and partnership as good neighbors.
Preserving our traditional charm and appeal.
Minimizing traffic and infrastructure impact.
Ensuring inclusive economic benefit.
a better idea.
A better answer.
As a modern, multi-use boardwalk village, Wonderland Commons is a true compromise that works FOR EVERYONE.
Preserves family-friendly identity with some upscaling.
Respects scale, sunlight, and neighbors.
Creates a real draw on the boardwalk’s northern end.
Flexible, fundable, and faster to implement!
