Downtown parking plan raises city fee debate
The Greater Frederick Development Corp tabled a proposed rise in parking meter and check fees pending further talks. Business leaders warned higher rates may deter downtown activity, urging friendlier options like 30 minute free parking and visitor spaces, while exploring a downtown tax district to fund services.
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Grimes pushes permanent shelter for Frederick County
Mayor Jim Grimes toured the Religious Coalition Cold Weather Shelter urging a permanent home as donors and officials push to raise funds. Rev. Brian Scott says the current shelter lacks long term capacity and costs could reach about 500000. a Community Foundation fund has raised 80000 toward acquisition and building.
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Reception for artist rescheduled to March 3 at Weinberg Center
The Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center at 40 S. Carroll St Frederick has moved the Kersa Hoffman show land Escapes to Saturday March 3 from 3 to 7 pm at the Weinberg Center for the Arts. For details call 301-698-0658 ext 115.
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Ponstein Named to Elon President's List
Beth Anne Ponstein daughter of Robert and Barbara Ponstein of North iamsville was named to Elon College North Carolina fall semester President's List.
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Mount Airy Officials grapple with tax plan clash
Mount Airy leaders criticized Frederick County proposed fire rescue tax changes and the new tax on construction, while seeking to keep funds for local services. They pressed for regional cooperation on water and parks and urged support for the town senior center library complex amid near term hearings and policy shifts.
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Mount Airy seeks commuter bus link to Gaithersburg
Mayor Gerald Johnson says the governor's budget requests include 175000 for a Mass Transit Administration shuttle from Mount Airy commuter parking to the Shady Grove Metro in Gaithersburg. The 18 month trial requires resident support and will run only during rush hours.
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