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Podcast: The OCNJ Local
Episode: The OCNJ Local, EP. 56: Wonderland Commons Part 1
Description: In this special two-part series, hosts Dominick Dougherty and Drew Fasy sit down with Bill Merritt and Dan Gilman from Ocean City 2050 to discuss their alternative vision for the former Wonderland Pier site.
In Part 1, we dive into the origins and mission of Ocean City 2050, an organization dedicated to Ocean City's long-term future. Guests clarify a common misconception: they aren't telling the landowner what to do, but rather offering a public alternative for consideration during potential zoning changes. Dan Gilman, with decades of experience in public-private partnerships on Wall Street, shares his insights on typical large-scale development...