Pocomoke City, Maryland

"The friendliest town on the Eastern Shore"

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Welcome to Pocomoke City, the friendliest town on the Eastern Shore! It is located where the town expands through two counties (Worcester and Somerset) and stretches down to the tip of the Eastern Shore of Virginia. Pocomoke City, home of the proud Pocomoke Warriors (our future), and awesome athletes on this side of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. Our three local schools have been credited as Title One Schools as well as Blue Ribbon Schools.

Pocomoke City became the center of attraction for servicemen and servicewomen to have fun-filled weekends with lots of activities to experience as they toured our town after a long week of employment at the Wallops Island Flight Center at Wallops Island, Virginia. Transporting cargo such as lumber, fertilizer, propane, other chemicals, corn, seeds, and other products via railway, the Pennsylvania Railroad traveled up and down the railway from Pocomoke City to Cape Charles. The name eventually altered to Penn Central, and then to Conrail. The railway, now known as the Norfolk-Southern Railway, continues to transport the aforementioned products. 

From the manufacturing of firearms at Benelli to the seafood, industry; construction companies to the defense-security company, Hardwire, Pocomoke City has employment opportunities for those wanting a challenge. 

With a variety of delicacies offered, one can opt for their preference of dining opportunities.

Our historic buildings and homes, such as the Coston House, the One-Room School Museum and the fairgrounds of the Great Pocomoke Fair can be an awesome touring experience. Yes, our recently renovated MarVa Theater continues to bring movies for the entire family. Modern senior housing has been a rewarding elevation to allow older residents security, lighting and more advanced upscale living arrangements. To take a scenic ride down the deepest river known worldwide for its size, Cypress trees leaning over the banks into the Pocomoke River in a sedentary, motionless stature. A delight and honor to be a part of this fair city; Pocomoke is the definition of home. I challenge you to tour our beautiful Pocomoke City, with all it has to offer.

Have questions? Want more detail? Reach out to our Chamber of Commerce and get your answers! We have pamphlets, maps, illustrations and so much more!

 We are better together,
Todd J. Nock, Mayor

 

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Juneteenth Celebration with Guest Speaker at The Sturgis One Room School Museum, Posted 5/22/2023

Kim Jones

Board President, Sturgis One Room School Museum

sturgismuseum5@gmail.com

May 21, 2023 

For immediate release

Press release

STATEMENT FROM THE MAYOR AND POCOMOKE CITY COUNCIL REGARDING THE SELECTED SITE FOR THE NEW LIBRARY, Posted 05/03/2023

STATEMENT FROM THE MAYOR AND POCOMOKE CITY COUNCIL  REGARDING THE SELECTED SITE FOR THE NEW LIBRARY, Posted 05/03/2023

May 1, 2023

STATEMENT FROM THE MAYOR AND POCOMOKE CITY COUNCIL

REGARDING THE SELECTED SITE FOR THE NEW LIBRARY

Last week, the Worcester County Commissioner’s, at the request of the Library Board of Trustees, unanimously voted to relocate the site of the new library from the former armory to the current library location. The decision to relocate the project was not at the request of the Mayor and Pocomoke City Council. 

Friendly Reminders for Regular and Bulk Trash Pick Up in Pocomoke City for 2023, Updated 1/4/2023

The daily trash collection schedule is east of Market St. (Tues. & Fri.); west of Market St. (Mon. & Thurs.). Daily trash pickup changes during Holiday closings for 2023 will be printed on the monthly water bills and posted on the holiday schedule for the year below.  Trash Collection Schedule: Trash must be placed at the curbside by 7:00 a.m. on collection days. If you have questions regarding the trash or bulk trash pick-up schedule, please call City Hall at 410-957-2521.

 

 

 

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Kim Jones

Board President, Sturgis One Room School Museum

sturgismuseum5@gmail.com

May 21, 2023 

For immediate release

Press release

STATEMENT FROM THE MAYOR AND POCOMOKE CITY COUNCIL  REGARDING THE SELECTED SITE FOR THE NEW LIBRARY, Posted 05/03/2023

May 1, 2023

STATEMENT FROM THE MAYOR AND POCOMOKE CITY COUNCIL

REGARDING THE SELECTED SITE FOR THE NEW LIBRARY

Last week, the Worcester County Commissioner’s, at the request of the Library Board of Trustees, unanimously voted to relocate the site of the new library from the former armory to the current library location. The decision to relocate the project was not at the request of the Mayor and Pocomoke City Council. 

Notice of Public Hearing

Pocomoke City Mayor & Council

Thursday, May 25, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.

Fair Summary

CITY OF POCOMOKE NOTICE OF A PROPOSED
NONOWNER-OCCUPIED REAL PROPERTY TAX INCREASE

Notice: The Public Hearing has been held, but concerns are still being heard up until the 2nd reading of the Resolutions at the next Mayor & Council Meeting on 6/19/2023 at 6:30 p.m.

Notice of Public Hearing Pocomoke City Mayor & Council on:

Monday, June 5, 2023 At 6:30 P.M.

The purpose of the Public Hearing is to receive public comment on

 

Notice #1

Notice of Construction-Wastewater Pumping Station Upgrades

Dorchester Avenue

Payne Avenue

Cedar Street

Market Street

Start Date: April 3, 2023, Payne Avenue at Market Street, weather permitting.

Description of Work Activities:

Pocomoke City has contracted with M2 Construction LLC to perform upgrades to pumping stations located at the above locations.

RESOLUTION NO. 576, Amendments to various Sections of the charter

Pocomoke City, Maryland

Fair Summary

Charter Sections affected:

§ C-19- Appointment of City Manager

Extends the wait period that a former elected official can serve in a position from one year to three years.

§ C-21- Salary of Manager

Removes the annual increase or decrease requirement.

§ C-22- Removal of Manager

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Business Hours

Hours of Operation - 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Phone Numbers

City Hall: 410-957-1333
Housing Dept: 410-957-1633
Water Dept: 410-957-2521
Public Works: 410-957-0107
Animal Control: 410-632-1340
Police Non-emergency: 410-957-1600
Ambulance Non-emergency: 410-957-3600
Fire Company Non-emergency: 410-957-1023

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