Iraq and U S edge toward another attack
In Baghdad two days after Iraqi fire on U S planes, officials signal an imminent U S retaliation. Civilians brace for strikes as Washington moves advanced weapons into the region including the F 117A stealth bomber and Patriot batteries while the USS Enterprise heads toward the area. Iraqi forces fire missiles into the no fly zones, with actions focused in the south. Saddam Hussein pursues a major military push with Kurdish rivals in the north.
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Iraq
U.S
Clinton
Rasmin Jaber
United States
Pentagon
Saddam Bussein
Saddam
MARC station design wins HDC approval in Frederick
The Frederick Historic District Commission unanimously approved the MARC train station design at Commerce and Water streets. The plan preserves a railroad station look with brick, slate roof, and casement windows while enabling flexible future uses. A one lane street near B and O Avenue homes is being considered, with further reviews by the Maryland Historical Trust.
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MARC
Commerce and Water Streets
Frederick
Historic District Commission
HDC
Irene Kirilloff
Mass
Commission
Jim Mills
Goolsby
Parks
Mr. Goolsby
B&o Avenue
Joseph Adkins
Maryland Historical Trust
Frederick approves living requirements for mayor and aldermen
Frederick officials voted to require that the mayor and aldermen live within the city limits. The ordinance passed unanimously with Alderman Jon Kreissig, who moved to Gaithersburg, voting yes. The measure requires aldermen to reside in Frederick for at least one year and the mayor for three years prior to election, with the change subject to referendum and a 45 day implementation period.
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Frederick
Jon Kreissig
Gaithersburg
Jim Grimes
Kreissig
Maryland
Yoayor
Lynn Board
Anne- Herbert Rollins
Maryland Cewt
Dorf
Itegal
Beard
MedImmune
Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development
Humidity Behind Mold at Citizens Services Building
Unusually high humidity drives extensive mold and mildew at the Citizens Services building on North Market Street. RHS Engineering president Richard Lawson notes 80 85 percent humidity since 1890s construction and a 65 70 percent level after dehumidifier use. A desiccant air unit is recommended to reduce moisture.
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Citizens Services
North Market Street
Richard Lawson
RHS Engineering
Frederick
Lawson
County hires consultant without bidding despite objections
Frederick County Commissioners voted 3 2 to hire solid waste expert John Lininger at 150 per hour with a 50,000 cap, without soliciting bids. County attorney Mathias warned this bypass violates procurement rules, while manager Dennis and purchasing director Koontz urged a competitive process. The vote limits to a detailed proposal before any payment, as officials say Lininger may cut costs.
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Frederick County
John Lininger
Bel Air
Browning-Ferris Industries
Lininger
John Mathias
David Gray
Mark Hoke
Tiona Hogan
Mr. Rhoderick
Northeast Maryland Waste Disposal Authority
Frederick seeks demolition by neglect law to curb blight
Frederick Maryland officials plan demolition by neglect legislation next year to force property owners to repair or demolish derelict structures. Mayor Jim Grimes and Aldermen Frances Baker Meta Nash cited boarded and flood-damaged buildings along South Market Street as examples of blight harming downtown and neighboring areas. Margaret Kline owns several target buildings while Gary Hessong oversees permits and codes management.
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Frederick
Board of Aldermen
Jim Grimes
Frances Baker
Nash
South Market Street
Margaret Kline
Gary Hessong
Walkersville Ambulance Billing Policy Reinstated
Walkersville Volunteer Rescue Co gains permission to bill patients for ambulance services again after a county commission flip flop. The pilot allowed billing to insurance with patients covering uncovered amounts or joining a rescue club. A study on viability finished, but final countywide action remains pending. Commissioner Hogan sided with the rescue company, allowing continued billing until a full vote.
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Walkersville Volunteer Rescue Co
Walkersville Company
County Fire and Rescue Association
Walkersville
Bruce Reeder
David Gray
Mark Hoke
Terre Roy Rhoderick
Tiona Hogan
Rescue Company
Ple
Ms Hogan
Fire Company
Walkers
Grant funds four deputies for community policing
Frederick County will add four deputies to community policing with a federal grant covering 75 percent of salaries and benefits for 30 years, totaling 75 000 dollars per deputy. The county covers patrol cars uniforms equipment training and the remaining salary, with a gradual rise in county costs to fit future funding.
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Frederick County
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