OCEAN CITY, Md.- A Special Event Zone is expected to pop up in Ocean City next week.
The Ocean City Police Department says the event zone will start Tuesday, October 3rd, and run through Sunday, October 8th. This comes as the resort town is expected to welcome thousands of car enthusiasts to the area for “Endless Summer Cruisin’.”
The Special Event Zone will reduce speed limits in the area and increase fines for violations. OCPD says Drivers can expect to see a heavy police presence as officers from several allied agencies, including Maryland State Police and the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office, will be assisting the police department. Significant traffic congestion and alternate traffic patterns are anticipated throughout the weekend.
Spectators are urged to keep the sidewalks clear for pedestrian traffic and should not encourage the spinning of wheels or “burn-outs” by drivers. Officers will enforce all laws for spectators who encourage drivers and enforce the violations with the driver. With high pedestrian traffic expected, pedestrians are urged to “Walk Smart!” and always use crosswalks when crossing roadways.
The Ocean City Police Department would also say there is no trailer or oversized vehicle parking on any street or paved public lot without a permit between May 1st and October 31st. There is no trailer parking or oversized vehicle parking on Baltimore Ave at any time.
Any Endless Summer Cruisin participants who will be parking a trailer on city streets will need a trailer parking permit which is available through the event promoter. There will also be limited paid trailer parking available at the 100th Street gravel lot. Parking permits are available for this on-site at the pay station. Limited free trailer parking will be available at the West Ocean City Park & Ride beginning on Monday, October 2nd, through Monday, October 9th.
