Ocean City is seeking people interested to run for election in the third ward. Susan Sheppard had previously held the position before she moved on the Cape May County Freeholder Board. John Flood has been sworn is as a replacement until a new election could be held. The new council member will be elected in November and will serve the remainder of an unexpired term that runs to June 30, 2012.
Interested persons residing in the Third Ward may pickup Petitions in the City Clerk’s Office, 861 Asbury Avenue, Ocean City during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 9 am to 4:30 pm. Petitions must be filed with the municipal clerk no later than 4 pm on Sept. 6.