CONTACT: Nancy Gregg Poss, Public Information Officer, 301-360-3842
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, March 02, 2006

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TEST PIT EXCAVATION ON PORTION OF HAMILTON AVENUE MARCH 6 - 10

Frederick, Md. --- Please be advised that Mid-Atlantic Utilities, Inc. will be performing test pit excavation to locate and confirm existing utilities on Hamilton Avenue, from East Patrick Street to East South Street, during the week of March 6 - 10.

Please note the impact to the affected area:
1. Traffic control devices such as traffic cones, signs and arrow boards will be used to limit traffic to one lane during the hours of 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
2. Please exercise caution when driving or walking in the vicinity of the temporary bypass piping (blue pipe along street).
3. Please note that during the progress of this work, parking along the street is strongly discouraged. During non-working hours, miscellaneous equipment and materials will be stored within the parking lanes of the streets as necessary.

We apologize for any inconvenience this work may have on you. Thank you for your cooperation!