2023 OHCA Annual Meeting – Sept. 28, 2023 Meeting Details
What’s Going on with MDE Violation Notices at the End of Cross Road in Oyster Harbor
The Maryland Department of Environment (MDE) has issued several Notices of Violation against the Oyster Harbor Citizens Association (OHCA) for placing unauthorized fill in wetlands between Cross Road and Thomas Point Road. After several site inspections in 2021 and 2022, both Anne Arundel County and MDE have found that the landfill is a violation of Maryland’s wetland laws and was performed without proper permitting or legal authorization. MDE is requiring immediate action by OHCA to remove the fill, restore the wetlands to their original condition, and allow the natural flow of water down to Fishing Creek. MDE reserves the right to fine OHCA for each day that violations continue under Maryland Environmental Article Title 5. [Read more….]
Ask about MDE’s Wetlands Remediation Order
Key correspondence from MDE and the State Attorney General’s Office about remediating the wetlands at the west end of Cross Road
MDE notice of property owner’s proposed subdivision and roadway in Cross-Creek undeveloped area
Leadership Update on OHCA Special Audit