House approves balanced budget amendment moves to Senate
The House passed a bipartisan 300 to 122 vote on a balanced budget amendment, sending the measure to the Senate where a tough fight is anticipated. Speaker Newt Gingrich called it a historic moment as Republicans push to limit federal spending and end unfunded mandates, with President Clinton noting interest in the details.
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City to review $1 a year leases in Frederick
Frederick officials plan renegotiation of all nonprofit and private leases at $1 annually, affecting twelve of 35 properties. Mayor James Grimes cites federal mandates and city financial benefit, noting government agency leases exempt and management workload concerns raised by staff and City Attorney.
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Myra Dorsey 100 Celebrates Weekend Birthday Parties
Myra Dorsey reaches 100 and will celebrate with family today and Saturday after a Meridian Nursing Home party. She recalled farm life near Woodsboro, milking cows, sewing, and late night cards with affection, while her daughter Viola Ramsburg notes her excitement for celebrations.
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Trial board backs firing of Frederick officer
A three officer trial board recommended firing Frederick City Police officer Charles B. Davis 40 on 10 counts of misconduct. The decision goes to Frederick Chief Ray Raffensberger who may suspend reprimand or follow the recommendation to terminate with Davis appealing within 30 days to Frederick County Circuit Court. Davis was said to have served well by some witnesses but faced charges including failing to perform duties reporting a new number lying about living arrangements and a friendly relationship with a felon.
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Frederick County Sets County Manager Salary Range
After a lengthy session the Frederick County Commissioners settled on a county manager salary range of 65 000 to 80 000. They rejected a 70 000 to 85 000 proposal from director of personnel Mitchell Hose citing a tight budget and need to align with director salaries. President Mark Hose noted comparisons with neighboring counties while Ilona Hogan emphasized budgeting realities and the manager’s relation to existing staff.
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Board of Education weighs budget needs for psychologists
Frederick County schools seek more psychologists and dyslexia specialists as the Board grapples with funding. The superintendent proposes a $176 million budget with 133 new positions to cover 1,100 expected new students, while county commissioners warn of a $4.5 million shortfall and have told agencies not to request increases. The board notes the current psychologist ratio is 3,383 to 1, and the district has 10 psychologists.
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Glendening message praised by Frederick County delegation
Maryland lawmakers from Frederick County lauded Gov Parris Glendening's state of the state speech praising a pro business message and a planned economic development strategy. Delegates from both parties praised focus on education, business, and public safety, while noting no current state strategic plan and reserving final judgment on the proposals.
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Cloudy with light show and cold weekend forecast
Weather outlook predicts a cloudy night with a light show and lows in the 20s. Snow is probable Saturday with highs in the single digits. A map and further details are on page AI. The Frederick News ry notes its 400 percent recycled paper and recyclable pews.
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