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City Board/Commission Vacancies
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For opportunities to serve on one of the City's Boards and Commissions, see City website's
For more information, contact Pamela Stocksdale at
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Downtown Frederick Partnership
It's what's happening!
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Downtown Frederick Partnership has planned for the 2018 season
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Shopping, Dining and the Arts
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Frederick...The Key to the Heart of Maryland.
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Celebrate Frederick!
Springtime Grows with Gardens, Events
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Beyond the Garden Gates
Garden Tour
Saturday, May 19, and Sunday, May 20, 1-5 p.m.
Venture beyond the garden gates of downtown Frederick homes during this annual tour featuring 10 gardens.
Frederick Wine Festival
Saturday, June 9
Noon-3 p.m. or 4-7 p.m.
Carroll Creek Linear Park
Sample wines from 20 of the most innovative wineries in the state of Maryland, alongside a variety of food options and fantastic entertainment.
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Frederick Municipal Airport
Wings 'N' Wheels Event
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 May 5, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Wings 'N' Wheels Event at the Frederick Municipal Airport, 421 Aviation Way. Airplane, motorcycle, and classic custom car models will be on display. Children's activities will occur along with drawings for free flights, live music. Food trucks and vendors will attend. Admission to the event is free. For more information, please visit, aopa.org/wnw2
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Downtown Frederick Partnership
First Saturday Showcases City
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May 5: First Saturday!
Downtown, the first Saturday of every month means all-day activities, late-night shopping and dining, live music!
During May First Saturday, celebrate the arrival of spring with downtown's Mayfest celebration.
Alive @ 5!
Enjoy happy hour + live music on Carroll Creek in downtown Frederick, starting every Thursday, May 10, through September 27. Visit the link below for more information.
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Weinberg Center
Country & Classical Sounds, & Improv Comedy Coming
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 May 3, 7:30 p.m., Dead Horses, Milwaukee-based folk band.
May 6, 3:00 p.m., The Academy of St. Cecilia Youth Orchestra, celebrates Leonard Bernstein.
May 9, 7:00 p.m., Rodney Atkins, East Tennessee native country singer hits the Frederick stage!
May 12, 8:00 p.m., Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood: Scared Scriptless,
For all the upcoming shows and details, visit the website:
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Mayor's Office
Minority Contracting in Review; Strategic Initiatives Pursued
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Citywide Initiatives
With a self-imposed June 30 deadline, the Mayor's Strategic Opportunities Advisory Team continues to meet at 1 p.m., on alternate Fridays. Work groups will report on City departments' performance and potential to inform, engage and respond. All of the committee and work group meetings are open to the public, and meeting dates are posted online.
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Department of Public Works
Green Neighbor Festival, Bike to Work Day
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Second Annual Green Neighbor Festival
May 12
9 a.m., Green Neighbor Bike Ride:
The City and Bicycle Escape are partnering for a free one-hour ride to
start and end at Culler Lake.
10 a.m-4 p.m., free festival activities: Information about/demonstrations of electric vehicles, sustainable practices, recycling; plus music, fun.
All at Culler Lake in Baker Park.
For more information, please visit,
May 18: Bike to Work Day: Sign up here:
2018 City of Frederick Electric Vehicle Charging Station Plan: 300,000 electric vehicles are projected to be on the road by 2025, with nearly 4,000 of these vehicles being registered in Frederick County. The City of Frederick has adopted and approved its Plug-In Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Implementation Plan on March 1, 2018. For more information please visit,
https://www.cityoffrederick.com/documentcenter/view/10084
 New Interim 4-Way Stop Control for Christopher's Crossing-Opossumtown Pike Intersection: Current traffic patterns at the Opossumtown Pike and Christopher's Crossing intersection will change from a two-way stop to a four-way stop on or about May 7, 2018. Further details are here.
Monocacy Boulevard: The latest information about traffic detours and progress is posted on the Monocacy Boulevard project page, linked to our home page, https://www.cityoffrederick.com/
As always, contact us to report concerns or ask questions: 301-600-1498.
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Economic Development
Golden Mile Revamp
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The City of Frederick Economic Development Department and Mayor's Office are thrilled by the
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Frederick Police Department
Special OlympicsTorch Run, Help Reduce Theft
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Torch Run May 30, 11:30 a.m.
Join the Frederick Police Department for the 2018 Law Enforcement Torch Run at the Frederick County Courthouse. The Torch Run will benefit Special Olympics Maryland. Contact Sgt. Rebecca Carrado for further information: 240-674-2606.
Lock Up Please!
Please help us and lock your vehicle, house and garage doors. We continue to receive reports of people leaving their vehicles, homes, and garages unlocked and valuables being taken. The easiest way to reduce your chances of becoming a victim is to lock your doors and remove any valuables from within your vehicle. This includes loose change, phone chargers, jewelry, clothing.
Ready to Join? Academy Applications Open
The Frederick Police Department is
Do You Know Your NAC?
The Neighborhood Advisory Council Initiative, also known as NAC, is a forum for residents to become involved in identifying and recommending positive changes to improve their neighborhoods. Each NAC meets to discuss issues, concerns and neighborhood projects.
The goal is for everyone to work together to understand the impact that quality of life issues raise.
To find out what your NAC is, when it meets and how to be involved, check out the NAC page.
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Audio Visual Department
AV Office Award
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Outstanding Internship Program Award:
The City of Frederick's Audio Visual Office has received the 2018 Career and Technology Education Outstanding Postsecondary Business Partnerships Award of Excellence from the Maryland State Department of Education for its internship program.
Sali Dimond, digital image technician, and Lead Audio Visual Producer Lance Duvall are honored by the State Dept. of Education for their office's internship program.
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Parks and Recreation
May 19 Kids' Celebration at Parks; Summer Program Discounts
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May 19: National Kids to Parks™ Day:
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Location: Culler Lake/Carroll Creek
A day of outdoor play organized by the National Park Trust, established to encourage children to explore their neighborhood parks and discover science, history, nature, and adventure, encourage a new generation to lead a more active lifestyle. This year at Culler Lake, the City Parks and Recreation Department has arranged to lead games and aquatic themed activities, including lake and creek fishing, bug identification, watershed demonstrations, fish and bird identification; and the Frederick Recreation Soccer league will play games at Fleming Field.
Information: 301-600-1492.
Programs Open at Discount as Needed
Spring 2018 The City of Frederick is pleased to announce the Reduced Registration Program. This program will enable eligible youth under the age of 18 to receive 50 percent off qualified programs through the Parks and Rec. Department. Those interested must provide proof of program eligibility in accordance with one of the criteria listed below:
- Eligible to receive free or reduced lunch through FCPS
- Lives in a household receiving benefits from Food Supplement Program or Temporary Cash Assistance
- Lives in one of the three public housing communities including Carver, Lincoln, or Lucas Village owned by the City of Frederick Housing Authority
Qualifying programs for spring/summer include, spring youth soccer, youth flag football, summ er playground program, tennis instruction/camps, and golden knights karate. All registration information will be taken at the William Talley Recreational Center registration desk, located at 121 N. Bentz St., Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Reduced Registration Program sign up will not be available online. For all other questions please refer to the seasonal online brochure, or call 301-600-1492 for more information about specific programs.
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Human Resources Department
Health and Safety Expo
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Health & Safety Expo
The City of Frederick's employees partook of the opportunity April 26 to learn more about their health, healthy habits, medical care, insurance, and other employee benefits during the annual health and safety exposition sponsored by BB&T Bank, Frederick Underwriters, Chesapeake Insurance, and Cigna.
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Employment Opportunities
The City of Frederick
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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 & How to Apply. Applications and current job descriptions are also available inside City Hall by the security desk on the first floor.
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