It is the “most wonderful time of the year” here in Berlin! Our wildly successful Ice, Ice Berlin and Christmas Tree Lighting were full of friendly faces, pure joy, and excitement for this Holiday season. We’re so grateful Santa could be here to help deliver the Town’s Christmas Tree to the Atlantic Hotel and thankful to Town Staff for their help decorating it.

Please make sure to bundle up and join us on Thursday night at 7 pm for Berlin’s 53rd Annual Christmas parade. This year, we’ll be celebrating the magic of Christmas with a nostalgic journey through time, showcasing the evolution of beloved toys that have brought joy to children over the years. From classic teddy bears and wooden trains to the latest tech gadgets, parade entries will highlight the iconic toys that defined childhoods from the early 1900s to today. 

Berlin’s Holiday Celebrations continue with the Town’s 2nd annual Menorah Lighting at The Inn Berlin on Tuesday, December 31st at 5 pm, followed by our family-friendly Ball Drop and New Year’s Eve celebration on Main Street at 6 pm.  

Please remember to Shop Small this holiday season and support our local businesses. You can also enjoy the Merry Marketplace in the Welcome Center Parking Lot on Saturdays (10 am-3 pm) throughout December, plus our famous and fun Free Carriage Rides. You can find more information about events in Town by visiting (https://berlinmainstreet.com/events/). 

From my family to yours, grown even more special by the arrival of our 2nd son just a few weeks ago, I wish all of you a safe and healthy holiday! 

-Mayor Zack

Reminder:

Garden Flags for Sale! 

$30 cash/check/no cards at Customer Service 

M-F, 8 am-4 pm, Town Hall Proceeds go to the future Berlin Community Center!

Berlin Earns Two Prestigious Awards at the Maryland Tourism Coalition Annual Summit Berlin Farmers Market and Berlin Bubble Project Recognized for Outstanding Achievement. Posted November 12, 2024.

17 Municipalities Receive 2024 Sustainable Maryland Certified Awards.

Posted November 15, 2024.

Upcoming Town Meetings

November 07, 2024, Work Session of the Mayor & Council

(rescheduled from 9/30/2024)

Quarterly Meeting Work Session w/ Berlin Fire Company & Emergency Medical Services

November 12, 2024, Regular Session:

1. Consent Agenda: a) Approval of Minutes for:  1. Closed Session of 10.24.2024; 2. Regular Session of 10.28.2024; 3. Work Session of 10.30.2024 
2. Citations & Proclamations: a) Citations for Years of Service on the Parks Commission: Mike Wiley & Sarah Hooper; b) Proclamation 2024-12: Recognizing November as Veterans and Military Families Month i. Statement of Support for the Guard and Reserve; c) Proclamation 2024-15: Recognizing November as Municipal Government Works Month  
3. Item(s) For Approval: a) Motion 2024-64: Recommendation & Approval to Arts and Entertainment Committee; b) Motion 2024-65: Spray Site A Motor Repair Funding Request; c) Motion 2024-66: Reconnecting Communities Agreements i. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Bridging the Highway that Divides Berlin: Reconnecting Neighborhoods Split by US-113 project ii. U.S. Department of Transportation Grant Agreement Under the Fiscal Year 2023 Neighborhood Access and Equity Grant Program; d) Motion 2024-67: Heron Park Parcel 57 Purchase and Sale Agreement with Coastal Ventures Properties, LLC.
4. Update: ARPA Funds Capital Expenses

November 25, 2024: Regular Session - CANCELLED

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Town of Berlin Reminders

From the Police Department