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On a more optimistic note, there is growing momentum behind the idea of compromise. We’ve always advocated for developing 600 Boardwalk, and even floated Wonderland Commons, an example of what a compromise incorporating a hotel, entertainment, dining, and shopping compatible with the existing character of Ocean City could look like. We want a viable successful business model that honors our community’s place as a vibrant destination and a wonderful place to live and work. To ensure we are all moving toward the same goal, it is important to define what a "smart compromise" looks like. • A Lodging Component (rear): Attractive, boutique lodging located at the rear of the property. The critical factor is that it be properly sized and situated. Done correctly, it preserves the look and feel of the local neighborhood and provides the economic engine necessary to make the project viable for the long term. We understand the Plaza Place neighborhood — the most impacted by the project — is comfortable with a low-rise hotel, consistent with other lodgings in the direct vicinity. We support their pragmatic approach. • World-Class Entertainment (front): Traditional entertainment attractions, updated with fresh twists and new surprises to continue our success as a family-friendly resort town—now and for many years to come.
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