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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1996
Page
6
A 4-4 legislative delegation vote on January 26 halted a proposal for a 1997 referendum on an elected Frederick County school board. Del Anita Stup called it dead, while proponents say the appointed system with citizen volunteers has produced strong test scores and self-correcting internal governance.
A reflective critique of the 1994 GOP freshman class, highlighting their idealism fading into political reality. The piece argues turnout and experience were insufficient to sustain their mandate, cites polls, and warns that excess rhetoric may fuel future backlash while drawing a historical parallel to Germany in 1930.
Scripps Howard News Service analyzes why seasoned lawmakers retire amid a decline in civility and rising partisanship. Senator Bill Cohen, Maine, announces retirement after three terms, lamenting endless quorum calls, wasted time, and public posturing while praising many who remain.
At a special meeting Mayor Hugh V. Gittinger and Alderman Charles P. Staley blamed rent control for preventing conversion of buildings into apartments. Commissioners diverged on rent control as State legislators awaited discussion. Supporters urged action while opponents questioned benefits. A separate item notes deer season cancellation in Frederick County due to violations and a jail escape arrest, plus a Mount Airy fire with burns and grand jury memorials for attorneys Alton Y. Bennett and Thomas B. Glass.
At Daybreak Adult Day Center participants discussed that Frederick County qualifies for disaster relief and can apply for financial help. Skepticism arose about government reliability with one noting to insist on cash only, not checks, when dealing with federal processes.
A heartfelt appeal urges consistent care for elderly residents in nursing homes. It recounts Ralph who faced chest symptoms and near death, noting the ethical need for timely ambulance calls regardless of patient location. It warns against discrimination and stresses advocacy by families.
Letters urge stronger care for loved ones and insist voters should decide their form of government. They criticize Mr Brinkley and allies for opposing a measure, defend Ms Snodgrass, and warn against letting the issue die, urging continued public engagement. Charles E Hubbard, Middletown.
A Tuscarora resident recalls calling 911 and the local fire department for help during a flood. No response followed until Company 13 arrived from 35 miles away. Water reached 6-1/2 feet in the basement, but the first floor stayed dry and the resident hopes never to see such a flood again.
Voters are barred from choosing the form of government as four elected representatives oppose an elected school board. Delegate David Brinkley opposes the measure citing a stated motive by supporters. The writer asserts the ongoing obstruction and urges action.
The Frederick News Post invites letters with name address and phone for verification. Due to high volume not all letters are published. Send letters to Letters to the Editor 200 E Patrick St Frederick MD 21705 or fax 662-8299.
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