Pocomoke City, Maryland

"The friendliest town on the Eastern Shore"

    Public Notices

    Peddling in Pocomoke City: A Guide for Vendors, Posted 3/7/2024

    If you are planning to peddle goods or services in Pocomoke City, follow these rules: 

          1. Contact City Hall 

               a. Reach out to City Hall, in advance of your planned solicitation date(s), at 410-957-1333 during business hours,

                    8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. 

               b. Visit them at 101 Clarke Avenue, Pocomoke City, MD 21851.

               c. Email the City Clerk at mstafford@pocomokemd.gov for inquiries or to obtain the peddlers' application. 

           2. Contact all relevant departments listed on the application.

               a. Police, Fire, EMS, Public Works, Health Department

               b. Receive Signatures on application as needed.

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    Updated Trash Pickup

    All trash pick up will be on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 within Pocomoke City limits. There will be a second round of trash pickup beginning at 5pm.

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    Pocomoke City Operations

    Pocomoke City Government offices will be closed on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Pocomoke City Police, EMS, and Public Works will be on duty to continue to protect and assist the residents of our community. There will be no trash removal or bulk pickup due to icy weather conditions tomorrow. An updated trash removal schedule will be posted. 

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    Snow Emergency

    A Snow Emergency has been declared by Mayor Nock for the City of Pocomoke City as of 6pm on Sunday, January 5th. Please remove all parked vehicles from city roads as we prepare for imminent winter weather conditions. Pretreatment of roads will begin after this time and the plowing of streets will begin after 1 inch of snow has accumulated on road surfaces. Stay tuned to for updates as weather conditions change.

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    Emergency Meeting

    The Mayor and City Council will be holding an emergency Council Meeting on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 10:00am at City Hall. 

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    Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Agendas Now Posted Under the Commissions Section of the City Website

    Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Agendas are now posted under the "Commmissions" section of the City website.  Click on "Commissions at the top, and drop down to "Planning & Zoning Commission" to find the upcoming agenda and information for Planning & Zoning Commission meetings.   

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    Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting - November 20, 2024

    Pocomoke City Planning and Zoning Commission

    Agenda

    Meeting Date: Wednesday, November 20, 2024 5:00 PM
    City Hall, 101 Clarke Ave. Pocomoke City, MD

    New Business

    1. Zoning Text Amendments-Urban Design-Neighborhood Compatibility Ordinance and
    Mural Design Guidelines. Discussion. Draft Ordinance to be provided.

    2. Duplex Zoning/Accessory Dwelling Units (discussion).

    Old Business
    1. Zoning Map Amendment Corrections and Sustainable Community Boundary Changes
    (discussion-status report)

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    Request for Bids *Building Demolition*

    Pocomoke City is soliciting bids from qualified contractors for the demolition and disposal. 

    *All interested contractors are invited to a pre-bid meeting scheduled for November 15, 2024 at 10:00 AM at the Armory site.

    *Bids will now be accepted until 12:00 pm on Monday, December 2, 2024* (updated 11/12/24).

    *The following must be submitted with the bids for the armory:

    1. A business licences(State of MD) and certificates(asbestos and lead removal) for all contractors and subcontractors.

    2. All insurances to cover contractors and subcontractors.

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    Pocomoke City 2024 Holiday Garbage Collection Schedule

    With the end of 2024 upon us and the holiday season approaching, here are the dates for the remaining garbage collection schedule:

    • November 11th - Veterans Day, will be picked up on Tuesday, November 12th.
    • November 28th  - Thanksgiving, will be picked up on Wednesday, November 27th.
    • November 29th - Native American Heritage Day. will be picked up on Wednesday, November 27th.
    • December 24th & 25th - Christmas, will be picked up on Monday December 23rd.

    Bulk collection will take place on :

    • November 13th
    • December 11th

    Please call City Hall at 410-957-1333 if you have any questions.

    Thank you for making Pocomoke City the "Friendliest place on the Eastern Shore".

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    CAUTION! NEW TRAFFIC PATTERN

    There is a new four way stop at the intersection of Fourth Street and Linden Avenue, as well as Second Street and Linden Avenue. Please use caution while drivers adjust to this new traffic pattern.

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    Business Hours

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

    Phone Numbers

    City Hall: 410-957-1333
    Water Dept: 410-957-2521
    Public Works: 410-957-0107
    Animal Control: 410-632-1340
    Code Enforcement: 667-853-3120
    Planning & Zoning: 410-957-1633
    Police Non-emergency: 410-957-1600
    Ambulance Non-emergency: 410-957-3600
    Fire Company Non-emergency: 410-957-1023

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