MEDIA ADVISORY

Mayor: Jennifer P. Dougherty

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

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, September 8, 2003

CITY OF FREDERICK SEEKING CITIZEN PARTICIPATION IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING TASK FORCE MEETINGS….A PART OF COMPREHENSIVE PLAN

Frederick, Md. --- The City of Frederick is seeking citizen participation in a task force dedicated to making housing more affordable in the City. The Affordable Housing Task Force is a part of the City's Comprehensive Plan effort, which is currently being updated. The last update was completed in 1995. The Comprehensive Plan is an important tool not only for the Mayor and Board of Aldermen, but also for the staff and citizens as it sets forth the policies and goals that the City of Frederick will be striving towards during the next 50 years.

This task force will only be meeting three times. Results of those meeting will result in a plan of action to be incorporated in the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting will take place as follows:

· September 15, 2003 6:30 p.m. City Hall Board Room
· September 22, 2003 6:30 p.m. City Hall Board Room
· September 29, 2003 6:30 p.m. TBA

Issues to be discussed include the experience of Frederick and Montgomery Counties with Moderately Priced Dwelling Unit ordinances.

Click here for the Affordable Housing Agenda.

If you are interested in taking part in these task force meetings, or for additional Comprehensive Plan information, please contact Peter Schulz, at 301-600-1831.