06 Feb 1975
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1975
Page
1
Mayor Young declares one term enough for Frederia the youngest mayor in city history. He reflects that office demands constant public exposure and public relations effort, comparing the burden to a movie star’s scrutiny. He notes his prior four years on the Board of Aldermen shaped his view.
A woman tried skiing for the first time at Braddock Heights Ski-Way on Wednesday afternoon amid heavy snowfall and slick roads. Forecasters predicted rain then light snow with several days of winter weather, while Scheels reopened after a snowstorm, and residents faced fog and near freezing temps.
Frederick Board of Education approved Clement E Gardiner and Mrs Frances W Ashbury to serve on the Frederick Community College Board of Trustees following a nominating change. The district also approved an Emmitsburg recreation facilities agreement, six budget amendments, and three construction change orders for Yellow Springs Elementary. A meat supplier contract was awarded for school meals. The meeting, held in the Central Office due to snow, included discussions on student council resolutions and reports on adult education program duplication and the Affirmative Action Plan.
Thurmont commissions accepted annexation petitions for three properties totaling about 645 acres, including 32 acres of town land. A public hearing is set for Monday March 10 at 7 PM in Town Hall. The petitions involve Thurmont Associates property, land for Frederick County Board of Education middle school expansion, and another private parcel.
A small turnout of Middletown farmers and residents attended the first of several meetings on House Bill 18 aimed at preserving agricultural land. Frederick County committee members Leon Enfield, Boyd Smith, and Dr. George Wood outlined how the bill would form agriculture districts and easements, and discussed its potential impact on local land, development, and future food supply, urging careful planning for future generations.
Major Ronald No Young said the city will not extend the Financial Disclosure Ordinance beyond elected officials. Aldermen voiced reluctance to widen the scope, with Dr James FE McCiellan Donald H Alliner and Richard Brads balking at expansion. Incumbent officials must file perjury statements by Feb 15 with the city treasurer, under board-directed terms.
Frederick City officials plan a council session in City Hall Board Room tonight at 70 with a packed agenda. Items include bond ordinance presentation, development group collaborations, an electrical inspection push, and park use requests.
The article notes congressional examination of Ford administration programs and security, with references to weather and other stray items, including a Maryland lottery drawing listing 14 for 1 and various numeric results. It mentions Sen Jackson entering a presidential derby and features scattered notes on weather, places, and public figures.
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