The building is currently being renovated to serve as the new home for the Housing & Community Development Department and the Information Services (IT) Department.

Motorists are advised to plan alternate routes during this time and use caution when traveling near the work zone.

The City appreciates the public’s patience and cooperation as improvements are made to enhance municipal facilities.

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Due to unforeseen circumstances, this work has been extended to Monday, April 27. Work will begin at 9:00 a.m. and conclude around 3:30 p.m., barring any additional unforeseen events.

As part of the City of Salisbury’s ongoing efforts to improve, repair and maintain the water distribution system, the Department of Waterworks Utilities Division will replace a water service line in the 800 block of Riverside Road on Thursday, April 23.

Riverside Road will be closed to all through traffic from South Blvd. to Monticello Ave. Work is expected to conclude around 3:30 p.m., barring any unforeseen circumstances.

All utility locators and Central Alarm have been notified of the planned work.

The City of Salisbury appreciates residents’ patience and consideration during this temporary disruption.

On Wednesday, April 22, the City of Salisbury’s Department of Waterworks Utilities Division will be repairing a sewer lateral in the 700 block of Roger Street as part of ongoing efforts to improve, repair and maintain the City’s sewer collection system.

The department received $5,000 through the Cardiac Devices Grant from the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services System. The matching grant covers roughly half the cost of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and enabled the purchase of five new AEDs to replace older units nearing expiration. The updated devices are easier to use and integrate seamlessly with existing software used to review cardiac arrest events for training, case review and hospital coordination.

The Salisbury Fire Department was also awarded $18,358 from the Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation, Inc. to purchase impermeable gear bags. These specialized bags reduce firefighters’ exposure to carcinogens when transporting gear between stations and assignments. Cancer remains the leading cause of death among firefighters nationwide, accounting for more than 72 percent of firefighter deaths last year. The department’s robust cancer‑reduction program includes gear washing and exchange, specialized soaps, on‑scene fire wipes and annual cancer screenings. The new gear bags provide yet another layer of protection.

In addition, the department received $6,972 from the State of Maryland to support the purchase of advanced medical training supplies. The funds will be used to obtain specialized equipment that enhances training on cardiac monitoring devices, which are used daily by Salisbury’s licensed clinicians. The investment will further strengthen the care provided by Salisbury’s paramedics and EMTs through the department’s in‑house EMS Training Academy.

The Salisbury Fire Department’s SWIFT program was also awarded a $2,000 grant from the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore. The funding will help community members with transportation costs not covered by insurance, including follow‑up appointments, specialist visits, lab work and other medically necessary travel.

“These grants reflect both the dedication of our fire department and the strong partnerships we have throughout Maryland,” Mayor Randy Taylor said. “We are grateful for every organization that invested in Salisbury’s safety. These funds will directly support our firefighters, enhance emergency medical care and allow us to better serve our residents when they need us most.”

Brownfields

317-325 Lake Street has been designated a Brownfield by the United States Environmental Protection Agencies (USEPA) and Maryland Department of the Environment. A Brownfield is a property on which the expansion, redevelopment, or reuse may be complicated by the presence or potential presence of a hazardous substance, pollutant, or contaminant. In the case of 317–325 Lake Street, contamination from petroleum was discovered in the soil and groundwater. Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons (TPH) are the primary chemical of concern on the property. TPH compounds can be carcinogenic, lead to neurological disorders, or cause respiratory or reproductive issues. The City of Salisbury was given $1,791,543.00 by the USEPA to remediate the properties to USEPA standards.

Brief Site History

The two parcels of land, 317 Lake Street and 325 Lake Street, were formerly utilized as a fuel tank farm facility with 15 aboveground storage tanks (ASTs) of varying sizes and two underground storage tanks (USTs) from the late 1930s until the mid-1980s. The properties were then abandoned until 1990, when 317 Lake Street began operation as a waste oil processing facility. An aboveground storage tank spilled approximately 12,000 gallons of No.6 fuel oil in 1990, with an estimated 4,000 gallons released into the Wicomico River. The facility became inactive again in 1992 until 2008. In 2008, all ASTs were removed from the property by the property owner. The City of Salisbury purchased the two parcels of land in 2020 and demolished all of the standing buildings to their foundations in 2023. After completing an Analysis of Brownfield Cleanup Alternatives, it was decided to go with the soil cap plus 8” of clean soil option. The City plans to excavate and remove 2’ of contaminated soil, replace the contaminated soil with a 2’ soil mitigation cap, and then place 8” of clean soil to allow plantings.
Public Meeting

Please come join the City of Salisbury Department of Infrastructure and Development for a public meeting to share any comments on the progress of 317-325 Lake Street.

Meeting details:

Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Government Office Building
125 N. Division Street Room #306
Salisbury, MD 21801

Weather permitting, on Sunday, April 12, the City of Salisbury Department of Waterworks Utilities Division will replace a 4‑inch water valve in the 100 block of 2nd St. This work is part of the City’s ongoing efforts to improve, repair and maintain the water distribution system.

Beginning at 8 a.m., 2nd St. will be closed to all through traffic between Delaware Ave. and Hill St. Work is expected to conclude by approximately 5 p.m.

Water service will be temporarily interrupted from 12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the affected area shown on the attached map. All water service is expected to be restored by 5 p.m., barring any unforeseen circumstances.

All utility locators and Central Alarm have been notified. The City of Salisbury appreciates residents’ patience and cooperation during this necessary maintenance.