The Town of Ocean City announced today that it will not move forward with a proposed gas promotion.
After reflection, the council established that gas giveaway promotions in place throughout the local business community are effective and a town-sponsored giveaway would only be of benefit to a small number of visitors.
“The proposed gas giveaway was an idea to promote Ocean City and bring visitors to our beautiful town,” said Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan. “However, after the council weighed the pros and cons, it was established that by continuing to promote our many town-sponsored free events, we are enhancing the value of an Ocean City vacation for all of our visitors. We feel it is important, now more than ever, to make sure that we provide the best vacation experience and value possible.”
The Town of Ocean City encourages visitors to take advantage of current gas card offers, promotions and incentives being offered by local businesses. More information can be found by going to www.ococean.com/rodney-saves/accommodations and checking the “Rodney’s Roadside Assistance” box. For a full listing of free events, visit www.ococean.com/freeforall.
According to the town the number of tourists is up. Obviously, the issue is not getting people here, the issue is that they aren't spending money on the overpriced junk that has been the staple of the boardwalk for years.
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