Keeping it legal: Personal use of Pocomoke's city vehicles.

 

Take-home vehicles subject to IRS rules

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Funds reallocation puts Mayor Nock at odds with Worcester Commissioners.

 

FROM POCOMOKE MAYOR TODD NOCK:

During Tuesdays County Commissioners meeting, county leaders made a deeply troubling decision that has significant implications for Pocomoke City. The commissioners voted to reallocate infrastructure grant funds intended for our "Safe Paths" Initiative to the newly formed Pocomoke City Development Corporation (PCDC), completely ignoring our formal request.

Let me be clear: these funds were not up for grabs. They were promised to Pocomoke City for the specific purpose of repaving our roads and sidewalks to ensure the safety and mobility of our residents. In a letter dated August 29th, I requested the reallocation of $96,766 in unspent FY23 and FY24 grant funds for this very purpose. To my dismay, our request was barely discussed.

It is deeply disturbing that our commissioner would undermine our city because of personal grievances. As elected officials, we are entrusted with the responsibility to rise above personal conflicts and make decisions that are in the best interests of our communities. Instead, we were completely blindsided by this decision. The PCDC was not working with the city on this project prior to the commissioners' vote, and my office was not aware that they were even in consideration for the grant funds that had been earmarked for our town.

I am extremely disappointed in the county commissioners. This undermining must stop. While this decision is a snag in our road and sidewalk initiative, it will not stop our efforts. We remain committed to improving our city's infrastructure and safeguarding the well-being of our residents.

We will continue to fight for what is rightfully ours and ensure that our infrastructure projects proceed as planned.

Mayor Todd Nock

Pocomoke City has a new Economic Development Director-

The Pocomoke Public Eye says: "Congratulations Karah Lacey!"

**From the Desk of the Mayor: Appointment of Karah Lacey as Economic Developer for Pocomoke City**

 Pocomoke City, MD – September 4, 2025 – The City of Pocomoke is proud to announce the hiring of Karah Lacey as the new Director of Economic Development after an extensive interviewing process. The City Council approved her hire, and she is expected to assume her role on Monday, September 9, 2024.

 In early 2024, I proposed to the city council the creation of an economic development position dedicated to enhancing the prosperity and quality of life in Pocomoke City. This proposal was met with enthusiasm and has culminated in the hiring of Karah Lacey, a well-respected community member with a decade of service as the Events and Downtown Coordinator. 

 Karah Lacey, a Pocomoke native and proud Warrior alumnus of Pocomoke schools, shared her vision: “As the recently appointed Director of Economic Development with the City of Pocomoke, my vision is to focus on the attraction, retention, and expansion for both the economic well-being and quality of life in our beautiful waterfront town. I will serve as the City's ambassador to promote Pocomoke City as a prime business and tourism destination. I have developed strong working relationships with representatives of other local governments, Worcester County, and the State of Maryland, allowing me to create and administer economic development opportunities and initiatives to benefit the local community. I will continue to support the residents and businesses of Pocomoke City through grants, programs, and projects at the federal, state, regional, and local levels to facilitate an entrepreneurial momentum within the City of Pocomoke.”

I am confident in Lacey’s appointment, and believe in her ideas. Karah’s deep-rooted connection to our community, coupled with her extensive experience and dedication, makes her the ideal choice to lead our economic development efforts. Her vision aligns perfectly with our goals for sustainable growth and improved quality of life for all residents." Karah Lacey’s unique blend of local knowledge, professional expertise, and passion for Pocomoke City positions her to effectively champion the city's economic development efforts. She is committed to advancing initiatives that will bring new opportunities, support existing businesses, and enhance the overall vibrancy of Pocomoke City.

Under consideration in Pocomoke City-

 

AGENDA ITEMS MIGHT NOT BE CONSIDERED IN SEQUENCE. THIS AGENDA 

IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO INCLUDE THE ADDITION OR DELETION OF

ITEMS, INCLUDING EXECUTIVE CLOSED SESSION.

Secretary Day visits Pocomoke City-

 

        (City of Pocomoke photos)

    Agency head Jake Day and members from his Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development made rounds in Pocomoke City Wednesday touring on-going and completed projects.  Day was mayor of Salisbury prior to becoming Secretary of the state agency.

JUNE 3 PUBLIC HEARING: 2025 POCOMOKE CITY TAX RATES-

  

City of Pocomoke

EMERGENCY RESOLUTION NO. 595 - TAX RATES (POSTED MAY 30, 2024)

THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF POCOMOKE CITY WILL CONSIDER EMERGENCY RESOLUTION 595, 2025 TAX RATES, AT THE JUNE 3, 2024 MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL AT 6:30 PM. THIS WILL INCLUDE THE INTRODUCTION AND PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE TAX RATES FOR 2025. THIS EMERGENCY RESOLUTION IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO PROVIDE THE CITY'S TAX RATE SCHEDULE TO WORCESTER COUNTY WITHIN THE COUNTY'S DEADLINE TO SUBMIT MUNICIPAL TAX RATES TO THE STATE OF MARYLAND FOR 2025.

City of Pocomoke

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UPDATED NOTICE:

EMERGENCY RESOLUTION NO. 595 - TAX RATES (POSTED MAY 30, 2024)

THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF POCOMOKE CITY WILL CONSIDER EMERGENCY RESOLUTION 595, 2025 TAX RATES, AT THE JUNE 3, 2024 MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL AT 6:30 PM.  THIS WILL INCLUDE THE INTRODUCTION AND PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE TAX RATES FOR 2025.  THIS EMERGENCY RESOLUTION IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO PROVIDE THE CITY'S TAX RATE SCHEDULE TO WORCESTER COUNTY WITHIN THE COUNTY'S DEADLINE TO SUBMIT MUNICIPAL TAX RATES TO THE STATE OF MARYLAND FOR 2025. 

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS NOTICE IS PUBLISHED AS A CORRECTION TO THE LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT PUBLISHED ON MAY 26, 2024 REGARDING A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE CITY TAX RATES.

 

Pocomoke City Council -

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Upcoming Pocomoke water main project along portions of Market Street-

 

(City of Pocomoke Facebook)

POCOMOKE CITY WATER QUALITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

As a part of the City’s ongoing efforts to improve drinking water quality in Pocomoke City, the City has hired a general contractor to perform CIPP lining of the water main along Market Street. The portion of water main undergoing improvements for this project extends from Eighth Street to Old Virginia Road. The project work is expected to commence in Mid-May and be completed in September 2024.

Pocomoke City missed out on a $100,000 grant availability.

 

Some nifty investigative work by Chip Choquette, the editor of our online neighbor Pocomoke City Arrowhead,  has shed light on the case of an unused $100,000 grant.  

Follow Chip's trail under his post "CITY HALL & THE CASE OF THE MISSING $100K INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT"

View the posting:

https://www.facebook.com/pcityarrow/

Pocomoke City 4/29 Sessions postponed.

 

The Mayor and Council's FY 2025 Budget Work Session and Closed Session, previously scheduled for April 29, 2024 at 6:30 PM, has been postponed to a date to be determined.  The date and time of the next work session will be posted when scheduled.

Pocomoke property rezoning, Cannabis zoning, Comprehensive Plan on 4/17 agenda.

 

Congratulations to City of Pocomoke employees!

 (City of Pocomoke Facebook)

The 48th Annual Pocomoke City Employee Recognition Breakfast was held at the Pocomoke Community Center Wednesday morning to honor all of the amazing city employees.

Employee of The Year

 City Clerk Michelle Beckett 

Department of The Year

 Pocomoke City Police Department

5 Years Service Award

 Joseph Ingram, Michelle Beckett

10 Years Service Award
Chief Arthur Hancock, Michelle Merritt, Karah Lacey

25 Years Service Award

Valerie Holland

Employee of The Year Nominees

City Manager position

 (City of Pocomoke Facebook) 

The City of Pocomoke is hiring a City Manager. 

Employment Applications are available at City Hall or on

cityofpocomoke.com/info/jobs

 

Pocomoke City trash pickup schedule for week of January, 2nd, 2023:

The normal pickup on Monday will be on Tuesday.  Normal Tuesday trash pickup will be on Wednesday.

PUBLIC NOTICE REGARDING CITY HALL AND COVID-19 ILLNESS

As a precaution against COVlD-19, public access to City Hall is restricted through Friday, March 27, 2020.

All bills can be paid: online at www.cityofpocomoke.com or via the dropbox
outside City Hall or by telephone at (410) 957-1333 or (410) 957-2521.

For questions regarding permits or Code Enforcement, please call (410) 957-1633.

For information regarding all City services and events, please visit www.cityofpocomoke.com .

AII City services will continue to operate normally.

Pocomoke City residents make a note..

POCOMOKE HOLIDAY TRASH PICK-UP SCHEDULE

Monday, December 23, 2019 Trash Pick-Up for Whole City

(There will be NO Pick-Up on Tuesday, December 24, 2019)

Thursday, December 26, 2019-Regular Pick-Up Schedule

Friday, December 27, 2019-Regular Pick-Up Schedule

Partial Settlement Announced

Local and area news media reported on Thursday a settlement had been reached between the City of Pocomoke and two former members of the Pocomoke Police Department, Chief Kelvin Sewell and Lt. Lynell Green, in a lawsuit that will  award $650,000 to the complainants. Settlement remains to be determined involving another former member of the department.  Although none of the reports were able to mention a response from the City, the following report from WBOC did present comment from current Pocomoke City Police Chief Lee Brumley.  

http://www.wboc.com/story/40212688/pocomoke-city-to-pay-dollar650k-to-resolve-officers-racial-bias-claims

                                               

Delivery Of Antares Stage 1 Assembly

The delivery of the Anteres Stage 1 Assembly had been delayed until Wednesday, February 5, 2014. 

So, Wednesday morning around 8:00 a.m. the rocket assembly passed through the intersection of Route 13 and Route 113 in Pocomoke City, Maryland headed for Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia just a few miles south.

The next targeted date for launching of the Anteres rocket is scheduled for sometime in April 2014.

We'll be waiting and watching for more updated information.

Many thanks Leslie and Cindi.bw

Valentine Cabaret! At the MarVa Theater

 

 Menu:

 Course One Braised Pork on Sweet Potato Biscuit w/ Chipotle Aioli
 *wine TBD

 

 Course Two
 Sliced Beef Tenderloin & Crab Cake w/ Red Wine Reduction, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Sautéed Green Beans
 *wine TBD

 

 Finale
 Bread Pudding w/ Golden Raisins, Walnuts and Warm Vanilla Sauce
 *wine TBD

RSVP by January 31st