City OKs 6.1 Million for Monocacy Blvd Project
Aldermen approved a 6.1 million pre money funding for the northern phase of Monocacy Boulevard pending an injunction threat. The 8.2 million package involves city and partners J&R Limited, East Side Story, Buckeye Development and CSR Hydro Conduit. Responsible Industrial Development vows to seek judicial review to halt CSR Conduit concrete plant expansion linked to the project.
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Improvements to 85 to top $26M
Maryland road upgrades near Frederick are projected to exceed the initial 26 million construction estimate. County planning officials warn that design, engineering, and right of way costs are not included. The feasibility study continues, with a meeting set today between county planners and SHA.
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State Highway Administration
Frederick County
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Public input on impact fees dominates meeting
About 70 people attended the County Commissioners session to weigh increases in impact fees. The plan raises single family fees from 3000 to 4360 and townhomes from 2575 to 2830 while reducing condominiums and apartments. The Frederick County Builders Association and Civic Association oppose fees in principle but acknowledge funding needs. They urged a broad revenue package to address a long term infrastructure deficit. Interfaith Housing urged studying affordability first. Commissioner Hogan criticized Smart Growth as elitist and Affordable Housing groups warned of housing access impacts. Robert White supported some fee increases but warned against harming the county.
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Frederick County Civic Association
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State tests delayed by one day amid disruption rumors
Statewide third and eighth grade tests slated for May 10 will begin a day late after rumors spread of possible disruptions. A Windsor Knolls Middle School student left campus in handcuffs, and a Catoctin High School evacuation extended over two hours, as authorities coordinate with local police amid ongoing concerns following the Columbine era.
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Catoctin High School
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Nancy Grasmick
Maryland
Rumors Of School Disruptions Rock Maryland System
Maryland schools faced widespread rumors of a day of disruption amid fears after the Columbine tragedy. State and local leaders delayed and adjusted exams with a brief hiatus to ease anxiety while investigations note most dates pass without incident.
Weldon named chief operations officer for Frederick
Rick Weldon, longtime Brunswick city administrator, was named chief operations officer for the City of Frederick at an annual salary of 72803. The appointment was unanimously approved by the aldermen after Mayor Jim Grimes praised Weldon’s 20 plus years in government, including 15 with the Navy, and noted a Navy program that saved over 10 million dollars. Weldon will oversee public works, recreation, engineering, planning and permits, and code management with a combined department budget around 33 million and a capital budget near 100 million. He helped reduce downtown vacancy in Brunswick by 52 percent during five years.
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Detrick Honored as Army Community of Excellence
Fort Detrick in Maryland was named an Army Community of Excellence at a Pentagon ceremony led by Maj. Gen. John Parker and Col. Albert Kinkead. About 30 Detrick staff attended as 14 bases worldwide were recognized, earning a $200,000 prize, a trophy and a special flag. Dennis Babb coordinated the bid, highlighting leadership, planning and customer focus.
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Detrick
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Albert Kinkead
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Mahlon Apgar
Sam's Club employee charged after receipt dispute
A Frederick man obtained a criminal summons for a Sam's Club employee, identified as Batty Jean Williams, 51, accusing second degree assault and false imprisonment after she allegedly grabbed his arm when he refused to show his receipt. The incident occurred as he left the club with five purchases and questioned store policy.
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Bob Cale
District Court
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