Mayor to veto Monday plan on city labor bargaining ordinance
Mayor Gordon aims to veto on Monday as Aldermen move to adopt a collective bargaining ordinance recognizing and negotiating labor contracts for all city employees. The 30 day window to override looms while divisions surface over whether to formalize the existing police contract or push a broader labor pact amid ongoing court action.
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City funds plug shortfall via surplus and savings
Frederick city faces a 450000 budget gap from tax declines and reduced state aid. Mayor Paul Gordon says earlier cost cuts and a year-end surplus cushion the deficit, with no spend planned. Further recession could strain services as local aid tightens and remaining cuts are exhausted.
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City approves golf course management pact in Frederick
Frederick’s Board of Aldermen unanimously approved a management agreement for the new Clustered Spires Golf Course on Gas House Pike near the Monocacy River. The city transferred the Office of Special Events to the Tourism Council and set greens, cart, and driving range fees for residents, seniors, and juniors.
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Central Asian republics join Yeltsin commonwealth
Five Central Asian republics agreed to join Russia's Commonwealth of Independent States joining Kazakhstan Kirgizia Tadzhikistan Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan in Ashkhabad. The move pressures Gorbachev who hints at resigning as most republics vote to join. Radio Russia says Karimov welcomed membership and pledged equality.
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Planners delay verdict on New Market system debate
Frederick County Planning Commission members and New Market residents along with Mayor Frank Shaw debated for nearly an hour Thursday night about the town council's proposed system. The discussion focused on details, timelines, and potential impacts on the community.
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New Market Debates Water System Move Delayed
County and town planners delay action on establishing a separate public water system. Free State Recycling seeks operating permit as county notes pending state review. Residents express confusion as mayor faces council without clear concurrence amid regional plan updates and proposed interconnected system.
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Weather outlook with clouds and showers this weekend
Mostly cloudy and mild today with a chance of afternoon breaks. Highs mid to upper 50s, lows around 54. Saturday cooler with continued shower chances, Maryland weather map noted on page. Fragmentary text mentions Wacksmithing and Wade BOC company in unclear context.
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Man Listed Critical After City Shooting
Frederick man Mark A. Walsh, 19, was shot in the abdomen at John Hanson Apartments and listed in critical condition at R Adams Cowley Trauma Center. Police say the attack was drug related. Warrants exist for a prior shooter in an October 28 incident.
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Thomas Avenue
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Walsh
John Banson Apartments
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Junior Fire Co
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Frederick Memorial Hospital
Frederick county misses city Christmas lights clash
Frederick Mayor Paul Gordon accused county commissioners of ignoring city needs and failing to fund joint projects including fixing Rocky Springs Road Bridge. He cited the Kris Kringle Parade lights mishap as evidence of broader neglect while Commissioners President Ronan claimed attention to municipalities remains.
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