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The City of Frederick wishes you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.
City Government Offices will be closed on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24th
Christmas Day,
Dec. 25th,
&
New Year's Day
January 1, 2016
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From The City of Frederick
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Happy Hanukkah
December 6-14
Happy Kwanzaa
December 26
January 1
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The Annual Leaf Collection Campaign will continue through December 18th. If you have questions, please call DPW at 301-600-1440.
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Carroll Creek Linear Park Update
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To follow the progress on Carroll Creek, visit the DED blog.
Stay tuned for exciting news about the opening of the more fountains and sections on Carroll Creek!
Share your favorite photos of Carroll Creek on Instagram at
#iHEARTcarrollcreek
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Stay Informed by Watching City Cable Channel 99
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City Board/Commission Vacancies
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Downtown Frederick Partnership
It's what's happening!
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Downtown Frederick Partnership has planned for the 2015 season
visit:
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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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Westside Regional Park Feasibility Questionnaire
We want to hear from you!
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We want to hear from you! This is a regional park that will service
everyone. Please take a moment and let us know what amenities you would
like to be considered for the Westside Regional Park located along
Butterfly Lane. Click on questionnaire to help us complete the study.
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Talk to the Mayor Tuesday
December 22nd from 2-6 pm
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Mayor McClement sets aside time each month to meet informally with citizens to discuss topics or issues of their choice.
The December Talk to the Mayor will be held on the 4th Tuesday, December 22nd from 2-6 PM.
The
Mayor's office is located in City Hall at 101 North Court St. No
appointment is necessary and citizens meet with the Mayor on a first
come, first serve basis. For details, contact Nikki Bamonti: 301-600-3835 or nbamonti@cityoffrederick.com
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Frederick Community Action Agency
Helping People - Changing Lives
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FCAA Office of Home Energy Programs Now Accepting Applications for Energy Assistance  If you or someone you know needs help paying heating and electric bills, please contact the Office of Home Energy Programs at 301-600-2410 as soon as possible to find out if you are eligible for financial assistance. For more information go to Energy Assistance.
Donations Accepted
The
Frederick Community Action Agency provides food, shelter, medical
care, housing, and other forms of assistance to families and individuals
that are low-income or homeless.
If you would like to make a contribution, please visit donation to view the wide rang of acceptable items.
For more information contact Sarah McAleavy, Coordinator, at (301) 600-6263, or email
smcaleavy@cityoffrederick.com.
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The Newel Post
Fall/Winter Edition
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The
City of Frederick Planning Department is pleased to announce the
Fall/Winter 2015 issue of the Frederick Newel Post is now available. To
view, click on
Pictured at right is the former Frederick County Jail.
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Christmas Tree Recycling Sites
and more information
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The
City of Frederick Christmas Tree Drop Off and Recycling program will
begin on December 26, 2015 and continue through January 31, 2016. The
drop off points will be:
- Harry Grove Stadium lower parking lot
- Husky Park Yard 2 on Highland Street
- Tasker's Chance parking lot on Key Parkway behind Westridge Shopping Center
- Max Kehne parking lot on West 7th Street
For more information, go to Christmas Tree Recycling
Gift Wrap Recycling
- Not all gift wrap is recyclable. Use paper with recycled content if
you are wrapping with holiday paper. Other ideas? Wrap with reusable
items such fabric. Use a colorful pair of socks for wine bottles. For a
family project, decorate brown grocery bags and tie packages with
colorful string.
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Gold Leaf Award
Outstanding Landscape Beautification Project
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Tom Rippeon, City Arborist, recently accepted the Gold Leaf Award for
The City of Frederick from the Mid-Atlantic Chapter International
Society of Arboriculture (MAC-ISA).
The landscape beautification project, a 52 acre parcel along Carroll Creek and Rock Creek, included the planting of 5,280 trees
and 2,500 saplings. Nancy Herwig, Executive Director of MAC-ISA,
presented the award to Mr. Rippeon, Mayor Randy McClement and Zack
Kershner, Director of Public Works.
Save the Date - Green Neighbor Forum - Saturday, March 12, 2016 from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM at Hood College. More information to come.
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City Thanks Tree Donors
City Hall & 7th Street Fountain
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The City of Frederick would like to thank Paul & Rachel Beard for
donating the 25 foot Norway Spruce at the 7th Street Fountain area and
Donald Eyler Jr. for donating the 18 foot Blue Spruce in front of City
Hall.
Each year the Christmas trees at these two very special
locations are enjoyed by citizens and tourists throughout the holiday
season.
The Christmas tree in front of City Hall serves as the center piece for the Annual Festival of Lights which will take place on Friday, December 18th at 7:00 PM in front of City Hall and is open to the public.
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Re-Designated a Bronze Level
Bicycle Friendly Community
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Productions by The City of Frederick
Audio Visual Department
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 The following videos are produced by The City of Frederick's Audio Visual Department for your viewing pleasure.
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Weinberg Center for the Arts
December Lineup
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The Frederick Police Department
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Holiday Shopping Tips - Online and On-Foot 
Be vigilant during this holiday season and use these important tips to minimize your risk of becoming a victim. Click on Safety Tips.
Frederick Police Department Recruiting
The Frederick Police Department is looking for entry level and lateral police officers. For more information go to www.frederickpolice.org
The
NAC is a forum for residents to become involved in identifying and
recommending changes to improve your neighborhood. Each NAC meets to
discuss issues, concerns, and neighborhood projects. To find out which
NAC you belong to visit Find Your NAC. NAC meeting schedules can be found here.
For more information, contact Michele Bowman at 301-600-2109 or mbowman@frederickmdpolice.org
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Solid Waste Management Forums
Looking for Citizen Input
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- December 7th @7:00 PM - Brunswick Fire Company
- January 11th @ 7:00 PM - Urbana High School
- January 23rd @ 10:00 AM- Thurmont Town Hall
Suggestions and ideas can be email to
For more information, call Frederick County Solid Waste Management Department at 301-600-2960.
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Alert Frederick County
Emergency Notification System
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Sign up for weather, traffic, and other important notices and updates at
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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, visit Job Opportunities &
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December at the Weinberg Center
The Frederick County 