How Would Ocean City Spend The $1.5 Billion Powerball Jackpot?

While the odds of winning the largest Powerball jackpot ever are beyond slim to none, Patch still encourages our readers to dream.

Several $1 million prizes have been claimed so far, but the $1.5 billion grand prize continues to grow accruing $2 million more since Monday.

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According to the official Powerball website, players must match all five white balls (in no order) and the red Powerball in order to claim it all. The winning numbers will be pulled Wednesday, January 13 at 10:59 p.m. If you’re thinking of playing, tickets sales cut off 59 minutes before the drawing.

We asked our readers on Facebook how they would give back to Ocean City if they struck gold. Here’s what your neighbors said:

• “Set up an endowment to keep Ocean City just the way it is. Don’t mess with success.”
• “Raise homes above base flood elevation, pay for boardwalk repair, maintain parks and playgrounds.”
• “Contribute to First responders yearly budget, help local business owners, participate on council to keep the integrity of OC as it is.”

How would you spend the largest grand prize ever? Would you give back to your town? Tell us in the comments below or on our Facebook page.