Schools shine despite fiscal crunch in 1901 year end report
Frederick County schools faced a tough year with state aid cuts and budget strain. The county ranked first on the annual report card as area colleges earned awards while Ballenger Creek and Spring Ridge elementary schools faced building problems and a million dollar scandal probe. State funding cuts forced furloughs and tuition hikes. Maryland School for the Deaf absorbed heavy losses, and Frederick Community College opened with a $200,000 cut. Despite austerity, officials kept personnel levels and cited progress, including Maryland Professor of the Year John Commito recognition.
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Mount Airy Faces 1992 fiscal crunch and Gulf war milestones
Mount Airy officials describe a 1981 45 000 unexpected expense load from a faulty land tax assessment and reduced state aid. The town plans budget cuts, contemplates real estate tax changes, and notes new projects like a 1.5 million fire station and a Twin Ridge elementary school groundbreaking. Community milestones include a February troop rally in Watkins Park and an October plan for 30 acres housing near the library. Mayor Gerald Johnson warns 1992 will be challenging, with continued revenue and aid reductions expected.
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Myersville Mayor Says Water A Problem In Ninety One
Myersville mayor Billy Eckstine says the town of under 500 had a reasonably good year but faces water shortages and funding limits. A housing project east of town slated to finish at about 100 homes will resume, despite prior slowdown. The town plans sewer and water line work and maps for 1992, while hiring a new water plant operator and awaiting county plant management.
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