MAY 30, 2024
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BERLIN • NORTH WORCESTER COUNTY• OCEAN PINES
OP hopefuls give reasons for running Challengers aim to unseat incumbents Heavner, Farr By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (May 30, 2024) Three residents have thrown their hats into the ring to challenge incumbents Rick Farr and Jeff Heavner for the two available seats on the Ocean Pines Association’s Board of Directors. Ocean Pines citizens Amy Peck, Sherrie Clifford, and Jerry Murphy have announced their board of directors’ election candidacy. Tuesday, Aug. 6, is the last day for voters to cast their ballots, and the results will be announced on Thursday, Aug. 8. Candidate Amy Peck, who served on the board from October 2021 to August 2022 after being appointed to fill a vacancy, said she opted to run because she believes the community “needs a more balanced board.” “I did not want an unopposed election with a 6-1 supermajority because the best governance includes a respectful, open discussion with multiple perspectives, ideas, and solutions,” she said. “…There seems to be a trend of if the supermajority doesn’t agree with you, or if you have a different idea, perspective, or concern – stomp them out … I see the value of committees’ expertise and listening to homeowners.” Peck and her husband, the chair of the Environmental and Natural Assets Advisory Committee, purchased their home in 2002. The Ocean Pines resident has experience as an educator and has served other homeowner associations, land preservation groups, and environmental assemblies. During her time in the community, Peck has volunteered, including with the OC Arts Council and a plethora of recreation and parks events. On May 18, the contestant participated in her fifth Bay Day. The OPA Board of DiSee CHALLENGERS Page 7
MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATION IN BERLIN It was an old-fashioned parade on Flower Street on Monday as the community in Berlin hosted its annual Memorial Day Parade, recognizing those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the country. In addition to participating in the parade, members of the community celebrated patriotism with dance and song. CHARLENE SHARPE/BAYSIDE GAZETTE
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