MEDIA ADVISORY

Mayor: Jennifer P. Dougherty

CONTACT: Nancy Gregg Poss, Public Information Officer, 301-360-3842

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, October 24, 2003

PORTION OF MONOCACY BLVD. CLOSED DUE TO SINK HOLE

Frederick, Md. --- Please be advised that Monocacy Blvd., from Patrick Street to South Street, has been closed today, Friday, October 24, until further notice, due a sinkhole. The sinkhole is located on the shoulder of the road at Monocacy Blvd. and Storage Way. Also, there will be no off ramp access from Rt. 70 West. We apologize for any inconvenience this street closing may have on you and your Friday evening commute. It is anticipated that this portion of Monocacy Blvd. will be closed throughout the evening commute. Thank you for your cooperation!