Under the agreement, the MRC will continue to pay its staff for activities in the test barn such as sample collection only. The program, for Thoroughbred racing only, is to resume May 1 under the order. In other business at the meeting, the MRC ratified an agreement with the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority and the Horseracing Integrity & Welfare Unit for the Anti-Doping and Medication Control Program that began March 27 but was suspended March 31 for 30 days as a result of a ruling from a judge in the District Court of Northern Texas. “This plan demonstrates Ocean Downs’ commitment to continue Standardbred racing on the Eastern Shore of Maryland.” “These capital improvements include equipment, vehicles and property improvements to improve the operation for our horsemen, our customers and our team members,” the plan states. The water tower and three aquifers allow Ocean Downs to provide its own water for the entire property. Other projects include new carpet in the clubhouse and flooring in the restrooms, purchase of a golf cart and racetrack conditioner drag, and replacement of a water tower that needs significant repairs.
