Governor Moore and Cabinet Visit Frederick County

Per Frederick County: “On Friday, March 3, Governor Wes Moore and members of his cabinet visited Frederick, MD. The visit was part of the governor’s “Cabinet Meeting Road Tour,” getting to know Maryland’s regions and the issues that are important to them. A number of local elected officials from both Frederick City and County also took part in the day. The group’s Friday visit included … Continue reading Governor Moore and Cabinet Visit Frederick County

Frederick County Announces Flag Redesign Contest

Per Frederick County: The winner of Frederick County’s 275th Anniversary Flag Redesign Contest will receive a cash prize of $1,275 and a full-size flag with their design. The decision to add prizes to the contest was made following widespread community feedback.•“We heard from many people who stressed the need to compensate artists for their work,” Frederick County Executive Jessica Fitzwater said. “Frederick County values the … Continue reading Frederick County Announces Flag Redesign Contest

County Executive Jessica Fitzwater Issues Proclamation Honoring MLK Legacy

Below is the proclamation issued by Frederick County Executive, Jessica Fitzwater: “Today we honor Dr Martin Luther King Jr a man who devoted his life to ensuring that life liberty and the pursuit of happiness are rights shared by all Americans no matter the color of their skin. Dr King urged all of us to stand up for things that matter and to use our … Continue reading County Executive Jessica Fitzwater Issues Proclamation Honoring MLK Legacy

Frederick County to Receive $1.8 Million in Federal Funds for Key Projects

Frederick County will receive more than $1.8 million in Community Project Funding as part of the federal omnibus bill recently signed by President Joe Biden. The legislation sets aside funding for three major projects: an Emergency Operations Center, a Crisis Stabilization Center, and a trail to connect The City of Frederick to the Town of Walkersville. “These projects will help to keep our community safer … Continue reading Frederick County to Receive $1.8 Million in Federal Funds for Key Projects

Fitzwater, 3rd Frederick County Council Take Office

Jessica Fitzwater took the oath of office as Frederick County Executive on Monday, becoming only the second person to hold the position. She succeeds Jan Gardner, who attended the ceremony at the Weinberg Center for the Arts in a show of support. During the ceremony, members of the 3rd Frederick County Council were also sworn in. New County Council Members Mason Carter (District 5), Kavonté … Continue reading Fitzwater, 3rd Frederick County Council Take Office