61st Administration
of The City of Frederick
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Downtown Frederick Partnership
It's what's happening!
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To find out what the
Downtown Frederick Partnership has planned for the 2014 season
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Fun in Downtown |
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No more digging for change to feed the meters in Downtown Frederick.
Now you can pay for parking using your smartphone!
Visit : Parkmobile
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Shopping, Dining and the Arts
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Frederick...The Key to the Heart of Maryland.
For more information visit
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From the Desk of Mayor Randy McClement
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 Hello from City Hall,
Construction
on the Carroll Creek Linear Park Phase 2 is well underway, so I wanted
to update you on where the project stands today.
Along
Bentz Street across from Baker Park, Waynesboro Construction crews
installed the wall that will create the entrance to the north side of
the linear park. On the south side of the Creek near Digg's Pool,
demolition of the original path is complete and the installation of the
unique terra cotta colored concrete path, now twelve feet wide, is
finished and looks fantastic!
Four
fountains are included in this project and they're beginning work on
two of those right now. On the South side of the Creek, just past the
Delaplaine Visual Arts and Education Center, they're almost ready to
pour the foundation for the Galleria Fountain and just across the Creek
on the north side, they've completed excavation for the East-West
fountains.
I
am excited to see this project come to fruition, and all of the
opportunities this redevelopment will create. For ongoing updates of
this project click here.
As always, feel free to
contact me or members of the Board of Aldermen. Our information is on
the left side of the City E-News. We are here to serve you.
-Mayor Randy McClement
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State of the City Address
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Mayor Initiates "Talk to the Mayor Tuesdays"
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"Talk
to the Mayor Tuesdays" is time Mayor McClement has set aside to meet
with citizens on a first come; first serve basis to discuss topics or
issues of their choice.
"Talk to the Mayor Tuesdays" are scheduled for the 4th Tuesday of each month from 2pm to 6pm beginning August 26th. No appointment is necessary. City Hall is located at 101 North Court St. For more information, contact Nikki Bamonti at 301-600-3835 or email.
" I
believe the best way for citizens to communicate with their local
government is face to face. Anyone is welcome to come to City Hall, pull
up a chair in my office and tell me what's on your mind" - Mayor Randy McClement
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National Night Out 2014
August 5th
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 Join the Frederick Police Department and neighbors in your community to celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5th. Family activities are scheduled from 6 - 9 PM at the following locations:
- Carrollton Park - 455 Center Street
- Hill Street Park - 100 Hill Street
- Mullinix Park - South Bentz Street
- Worman's Mill Community Center - Stoney Creek Lane
For more information contact Michele Bowman, Community Outreach Specialist.
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iSpires App Now Available for Andriod Phones
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The
City of Frederick is pleased to announce that the City's smartphone
app, "iSpires" is now available for android phones as well as iPhones.
This
app allows citizens to quickly send messages to the Mayor and Board of
Aldermen, report code enforcement complaints, potholes and other
problems in the City.
"iSpires" is free and available for download on the City website
and also can be downloaded from Google Play Store for Android phones or
from Apple iTunes App Store for iPhones by searching "iSpires".  
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City Street Sweeping Map Available
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The Street Sweeping Department's mission is to support the health,
safety, and welfare of the citizens of Frederick by cleaning the City
streets. The areas assigned to the night shift are posted with "No
Parking" signs on certain nights to allow for the street to be cleaned.
To view a map of the street sweeping schedule visit Street Sweeping Map.
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August Bike Events
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August brings three major cycling events to town! 
The City of Frederick has been named a Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Community by The League of American Bicyclists. |
In The Street - September 13th
Day Long Food, Fun, & Entertainment
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is Frederick's premiere street festival, for the last 30+ years.
Enjoy a day filled with activities and fun from morning to night.
Market Street Mile - 8:45 - 10:00 AM
(one-mile run for youth, men, women)
In The Street- 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM (All Events take place on Market Street from Carroll Creek to 7th St.)
Up The Creek- 5:00 - 9:00 PM (Carroll Creek Amphitheater- cover charge $5; must be over 21)
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Monocacy Boulevard Road Work
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 Motorist can expect to experience some delays on Monocacy Boulevard during the months of August and September.
One lane on Monocacy Blvd. will be closed at the Rail Road Crossing from August 11th through September 30th between 9AM and 3PM
to accommodate the installation of new conduits as part of the
US15/Monocacy Blvd. Interchange. Motorist will be flagged around the
work site.
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Tennis and Basketball Court Resurfacing Project
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 The tennis and basketball courts in the following City parks will be closed effective Monday, August 18th and will reopen once the resurfacing project is completed.
Baker Park - All eleven (11) tennis courts
Overlook Park - tennis courts
Monocacy Village Park - tennis courts
Wetherburne Park - basketball court
Citizens are asked to contact the Frederick Police Department at 301-600-2100 if they observe anyone damaging or hindering the resurfacing project. For more information, email Parks & Rec or call 301-600-1493.
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Tips and Tidbits from Your City Arborist
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The
population of adult Japanese Beetles are peaking at this time of year.
Unfortunately, the female beetle laid a high number of eggs in the grass
and a record number of grubs are in the lawns. A large population of
adult Japanese Beetles is expected next year. For more info, visit Japanese Beetle
Cherry
trees are dropping leaves early due to the wet summer and spring.
Protectant fungicide sprays may help. For more information, visit Diseases-trees
Fall
Webworm has been reported in Frederick County. The webbed branches can
be pruned off and the webbing and caterpillars destroyed. For more
information, visit Webworm.This information and more can be found at UMD Extension or by contacting City Arborist Tom Rippeon, at 301-600-1233 or email City Arborist.
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Ransom Paid - City is Saved!
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The
Carolina Regimental Brass Band played, pints were raised to Frederick,
the greenbacks were collected, and the town was saved as the $200,000
ransom was paid! On Saturday, July 5th,
the reenactment of the Ransom of Frederick was played out in historic
style. Mayor William Cole (aka Mayor Randy McClement), accompanied by
John Crawford, a Frederick resident who is a direct descendent of Mayor
Cole, made the announcement in front of Brewers Alley. For a look at
the day's events, visit
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Frederick Police Department
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Help the FPD by Reporting Crime
9-1-1 Brochure Available - To access the Frederick Police Department's new 9-1-1 brochure click here. You will find everything you need to know to report a possible crime.
Personal Safety Tips for on the Street
*If possible, do not walk alone during late night hours.
*Always let someone know your destination and estimated time
of arrival or return.
*Stay in well lit areas; avoid short cuts in secluded areas.
*Choose busy streets/avoid vacant lots, alleys or deserted areas.
*Walk on sidewalks when possible, close to the curb, avoiding
doorways, bushes and other potential hiding places.
*Don't overload yourself with packages or where shoes that restrict
your movement.
*Avoid carrying large sums of cash - avoid displaying expensive
jewelry in public.
*Carry a whistle or other sound device with you to scare possible
attackers and alert others.
If you see something, say something!
(NAC) Meeting Schedule for August
Meetings begin at 7pm.
- NAC 8 - Wed. Aug. 13th - Hillcrest Commons Center
- NAC 10 - Mon. Aug. 18th - Burck St. Community Center
- NAC 11 - Tues. Aug. 19th - Brewers Alley
- NAC 6/9 - Wed. Aug. 20th - Wm. Talley Rec Center
- NAC 5 - Thurs. - Aug. 28th - Taskers Chance Pool House
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Biosciences Thrive in Frederick
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There are 5 good reasons why the Biosciences thrive in Frederick,
Maryland. The City of Frederick has much to offer the growing, expanding
businesses in bioscience. Find out more here.
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The City of Frederick values diversity in its workforce and is an equal opportunity employer. For information on employment with The City of Frederick, visit the following links: Job Opportunities
& How to Apply
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Mayor Randy McClement delivered his annual 