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

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