Bill Reddish Show WICO 1320 AM

Bill Reddish Morning Show

I have agreed to join Bill Reddish once a month for his morning show on WICO 1320 AM in Salisbury. We started today and I had a good time talking with Bill about Pocomoke City: where we have been, where we are, and where we are going. I enjoyed to opportunity and look forward to being a regular guest.

The Mayor's Report

I have enjoyed my weekly show on WGOP 540 AM here in Pocomoke City. Mr. Choppy Layton is my producer/engineer and we have a lot of fun doing the show every Wednesday morning from 10:30-11:00am with the Pocomoke City Report.

The radio has been a great media source for communicating with the public and for bringing attention to all that we are trying to accomplish in Pocomoke City. The show was just an idea I kicked around with Choppy a few months before my election and he liked the idea. The management at WGOP has been very supportive in giving the show a chance and now it enjoys a measure of popularity and sponsors.

Weekly Update

Police Department

• Two men were confronted by officers in the Wal-mart parking lot for approaching people and asking for money. One of the men attempted to flee but was caught after a brief foot chase. The man was identified as Kendall Snead, age 39, of Salisbury. Snead was wanted on outstanding warrants by Somerset County and the Maryland State Police. The other man was identified as David Kellen, age 51, of Mardela Springs. Following the investigation, Kellen was charged with Theft and a motor vehicle violation.
• Mr. Daniel Claybaugh reported the theft of a credit card from his business located at Sixth and Bank Street.
• Mr. Ronnie White, 804 Walnut Street, reported that someone broke the window on a rear door at his vacant property. Total damage estimated at $100.00.
• Mr. Arthur Robinson was issued a citation for having an Open Container of Alcohol on Second Street after being observed by an officer on foot patrol in the neighborhood.

Animal Control:

• Officers destroyed a opossum exhibiting signs of distemper on request of Worcester County Animal Control.
• Worcester County Animal Control responded to 105 Eighth Street where they took custody of two Pit Bull Terriers which were running at large.

Surveillance Cameras:

Work continued this week on the installation of two new surveillance cameras. Upon completed installation, the city will have five such cameras operating in the city.

Public Works Department:

• Crews cleaned up the northern entrance sign located on Rt. 13. This included new plantings
• Eighth and Cedar Street intersection expansion began this week.
• A meeting was held for interested contractors regarding paving bids for multiple contracts being considered by the city. The bids will be opened on October 1st. Four contractors attended the meeting.
• Crews continued to work on the Cypress Nature Trail. Many boards were replaced in the boardwalk. Work continues on the expanded trail section.
• Crews will be working on 15 paving patch sites next week.

Board of Zoning Appeals:

• This week the board approved a variance requested by the Board of Education regarding tree planting for the Pocomoke High School Expansion Project.

Drawbridge Villas:

• The developers are busy cleaning up around the first building site in preparation for next weeks Open House as the units are coming available.

Upcoming Events:

• Jeep Fest: There will be a Jeep Rally at the Pocomoke City Fairgrounds this Saturday night.
• Downtown Block Party: Next Saturday, the 29th, from 6-11pm. The location is the Marva Performing Arts Theater. The street area in front of the Marva will be closed temporarily for the party. A car show and motorcycle show are all a part of the action.

Neighbor to Neighbor

One of the greatest benefits of living in the city is having neighbors. We watch after one another and help keep one another safe. A good neighbor will ask questions if they see something out of the ordinary. A good neighbor will call you if they see your child acting inappropriately. A good neighbor is trusted to have an extra key to your house, or can check on your mail while you are away. A good neighbor can be asked for just about anything in a pinch and will come through if they are able.

There was a time when folks knew all of their neighbors, but this is often not the case any longer. Our busy lifestyles and both parents working outside of the home have given us more that just latch key kids. It is not uncommon anymore for people to not know their neighbors. In some cases, the only thing they can tell you about their neighbor is the kind of car they drive. This is truly a sad commentary for any community.

It should be a common courtesy to introduce yourself to any new neighbors you may have within the first two weeks of their move into your neighborhood. Perhaps some type of house warming gift would be in order, but a warm smile sure goes a long way even if your hands are empty.

Are you feeling embarrassed because you do not know your neighbors and you have lived in the neighborhood for some time now? There is no time like the present! Break the ice and take the first step. You might be surprised at all the life you have been missing.