OCEAN CITY, Md. - The Town of Ocean City has announced that a special event zone for the Endless Summer Cruisin' event will begin on Tuesday, Oct. 3 and last through Sunday, Oct. 8.
According to the town, the zone reduces established speed limits in the zone and increases the fines for violations of those limits. Legislation in 2020 allows penalties in special events zones to be treated like construction zones in terms of fines.
During the zone time frame, the town says that the public will see a larger police presence, including not just the Ocean City Police Department, but also Maryland State Police and the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office. The town says they will enforce all traffic laws strictly. They are also anticipating lots of traffic and alternate traffic patterns throughout the weekend.
People watching the event are urged by the town to stay off the sidewalk, keeping it clear for pedestrians. The town asks that they do not encourage burn-outs by drivers.
The city also reminds the public to Walk Smart! and always use crosswalks when crossing the road. Walkers should wait for the signal to change, and be sure that drivers see them crossing.
The Ocean City Police Department reminds drivers that there is no trailer or oversized vehicle parking on any street or paved public lot without a permit between May 1 and Oct. 31. They note trailer and oversized vehicle parking is not allowed on Baltimore Ave. at any time.
According to the department, any Endless Summer Cruisin' participants that will be parking a trailer on city streets will need a trailer parking permit, available through the event promoter. They also say that there will be limited paid trailer parking at the 100th Street gravel lot, with permits available on-site at the pay station.
The town says limited free trailer parking will be available at the West Ocean City Park & Ride all week.
