OCDC's grant program to spur workforce housing development
In an innovative move to address the critical shortage of student worker housing, Kevin Gibbs, the owner of the restaurant The Dough Roller, has recently acquired the Ocean Manor Hotel with plans to convert it into accommodations for seasonal employees. This initiative comes as a response to the growing demand for affordable living spaces for the workforce that supports the city's bustling tourism industry.
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The OCDC is actively working with businesses in downtown Ocean City to mitigate the student worker housing crisis. In support of these efforts, the organization has announced a substantial grant aimed at encouraging local businesses to develop or refurbish workforce housing.