Before, during and after Superstorm Sandy, Ocean City, Md., employees worked to keep residents safe and protect their seaside town. Praise for them came from all quarters: the mayor, city council and residents.
Not surprisingly, AFT members along the Eastern Seaboard felt the impact of Hurricane Sandy—both professionally and personally. The storm and its aftermath highlighted the essential services provided by educators, state workers, healthcare professionals and other public employees. Many of these workers stepped up to help with the rescue and relief efforts. In some cases, these employees mounted heroic efforts in the face of very difficult circumstances.
From our friends at the Ocean City Employees Coalition:
We would like to take a moment to wish you and your family well during the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. These are devastating times and we’d like you to rest assured that we, your Town employees, are working hard to restore Ocean City to its previous state. Circumstances like those presently faced by the town can be trying for all those involved. It has been our pleasure in the last few days to work with agencies such as the National Guard and the State Highway Administration to assess the damage caused by the storm and to work
Date: 10/27/12