Town Hall at Mullinix Park to Address Neighborhood Concerns

Alderman Ben MacShane has scheduled a town hall gathering at 11 a.m. April 28 in the pavilion at Mullinix Park to discuss concerns the neighborhood may have in light of a recent fatal shooting.

May 3 Mayor and Board Agenda

The agenda for the May 3 Mayor and Board of Aldermen meeting is published.

April 19 Mayor & Board Voting Record

The voting record from the April 19 Mayor and Board of Aldermen meeting is published.

Annual Drinking Water Report

The City of Frederick has updated its annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) on City drinking water.

The most recent report is available for viewing and printing online.

This annual report contains important information about the source and quality of the drinking water provided by the City of Frederick.

 The report will be mailed upon request: For a copy, call 301-600-1681.

Opportunity to Serve on Boards Commissions

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen rely on numerous citizen boards and commissions in a planning and advisory capacity. You may fill out an application at any time, to be considered when there is an opening on one of them.

http://www.cityoffrederick.com/FormCenter/Mayors-Office-30/Commission-Vacancy-Application-88

Key City Food, Farm Market Coming Fridays

The Key City Food & Farm Market is a new weekly event starting this spring.

The market will run from May 4 to Oct. 26. The Food & Farm Market will feature food trucks and locally sourced goods at the William Talley Recreation Center area of Baker Park, every Friday between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.; food trucks until 2 p.m...

Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda April 24

The agenda for the April 24 Zoning Board of Appeals meeting is published.

Mayor Calls for Closed Session April 23

Mayor Michael O’Connor has requested a Closed Session on Monday, April 23.

Mayor's Information Briefing Monday

Mayor Michael O’Connor has scheduled a public information and media briefing at 10 a.m. on Monday, April 23, in the Boardroom in City Hall.

Public Meetings for Week of April 23

The calendar of public meetings the week of April 23 is published.

Renowned Running Festival Returns First Weekend of May

The 16th annual Frederick Running Festival will start May 5 with a children’s race and Twilight 5K.
The Frederick Half Marathon, will begin at 7 a.m. May 6, and will conclude at approximately 10:30 a.m.
Traffic detours will be temporary.

Freecycle Roundup for City Households to Drop Bulk Items

Residents of The City of Frederick may drop off bulk items (see list of acceptable items and restrictions) at the Freecycle Roundup, Saturday, April 21, 8 a.m.-2 p.m, at the Public Works facility, 111, Airport Drive East.

Celebrate Bike to Work Day, Week May 14-18

May 14-18 is Bike to Work Week in Frederick, when cyclists and other participants raise awareness about carless commuting.
The featured event in Frederick occurs on Bike to Work Day, May 18, with a group ride open to all through the City.

At 6:30 a.m., May 18, the ceremonial ride begins at Hood College, goes to City Hall and ends at the Frederick Transit Center (Downtown MARC Station), with free refreshments, music and giveaways.  

Garden Plots Available by Reservation

Gardeners who would like to get or renew a reserved plot at Hargett Farm Community Garden must make a reservation by April 23.

UPDATE: New Panel to Review Minority Business Contracting

The City's new Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program Review Panel began its work April 17 and set its next meeting for 9 a.m. May 1, at City Hall. The panel will review the City's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program.

Mayor Michael O'Connor has selected a panel to review the City's policy on minority contracting under the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program.

The panel will have its organizational meeting, open to the public, at 9 a.m., April 17, in room 212 at Cit...

John Hiatt and The Goners featuring Sonny Landreth are coming to the Weinberg on Aug 22

Coming soon to the Weinberg Center for the Arts and presented by Upfront Inc.: John Hiatt and The Goners featuring Sonny Landreth. The band will play the Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 West Patrick Street, Frederick, MD on Wednesday, Aug 22 at 7:30pm.

Media Contact: 

Don Wehner, Upfront Inc

410-486-6291 | upfrontinc@me.com

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John Hiatt and The Goners featuring Sonny Landreth are coming to the Weinberg on Aug 22

FREDERICK, Md., Wednesday April 11, 2018 — Comin...

Innovators to Hear from Frederick Leaders

On April 13, the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce, Mayor Michael O'Connor and business leaders from Frederick County's public and private sectors will represent the community at the Tom Tom Festival in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Within the festival, which attracted 45,000 attendees in 2017, Frederick will be prominently featured at the Hometown Summit, a national gathering to discuss best practices in America's most successful small cities.The panelists discussing Frederick's opp...

Enterprise Zone Sought to Promote Golden Mile Investment

The Frederick Department of Economic Development is pursuing an application for the Enterprise Designation of Frederick’s West Patrick Street “Golden Mile” area, to acquire an additional tool to promote investment on the City’s west side.

Non-Emergency County Drinking Water Violation

The City of Frederick has been notified by Frederick County Government officials that the county’s water system in the Clover Hill III subdivision recently violated a drinking water standard: Does not pose an emergency nor immediate danger to the public.

Sexual Assault Awareness Month -- Support Needed

On Wednesday, April 4, The City will proclaim Sexual Assault Awareness Month to draw attention to the reality:
Sexual assault is a serious crime that affects people of all races, ages, genders, and income levels.

An estimated 20,000 women in Frederick City and County will be the victims of sexual assault or attempted assault in their lifetimes, and one in six men experience sexual violence before age 18. Sexual Assault Awareness Month provides an opportunity for c...

Abuse Awareness Month -- Public Encouraged to Help

April is Child Abuse Awareness Month and Month of the Young Child, recognizing the need to protect our youngest residents and nurture them so they may mature to healthy adults.

 WHEREAS: ... Children are our most valuable resource, and our most vulnerable. Children have a right to be safe and have

an opportunity to thrive, learn, and grow in an environment that fosters healthy development; and ...

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Micha...

Noah Grove Day Named for Local Gold Medalist

The City of Frederick and Frederick County will proclaim April 3 Noah Grove Day at Winchester Hall, 12 E. Church St. on April 3 at 3:30 p.m. to honor the gold-medal winning U.S. Sled Hockey team member Noah Grove, who lives here.

At 18 years old, Noah Grove is the youngest member of the 2017-18 U.S. National Sled Hockey Team, playing the position of forward. He recently won a gold medal at the World Sled Hockey Challenge held in Prince Edward Island. Grove was named the player of ...

March 28 Voting Record

The voting record for the March 28 Mayor and Board of Aldermen meeting is published.

Movie Theater Returns to Golden Mile Mall Site

The City of Frederick Economic Development Department and Mayor’s Office are excited by the announcement that Warehouse Cinema movie theater will move into space at the former Fredericktowne Mall.

Surge Causes Sewage Release into Creek

A power surge from the utility service caused catastrophic damage to the electrical controls at the City's wastewater treatment plant on March 28, resulting in a brief release of untreated wastewater into Carroll Creek at Gas House Pike.

A power surge at 2:30 p.m. on March 28 at the City of Frederick wastewater treatment plant on Gas House Pike caused catastrophic electrical system damage that resulted in a release of untreated wastewater into Carroll Creek for approximately one hour.

The ...

Q&A with Mayor Set: Fourth Friday Series Continues

The next informal Q&A with the mayor will be 7:30-9 a.m., April 27 at The Mountain View Diner 1300 Patrick St. Schedule a time, or just walk in.

To schedule a time, click on the link, and walk-ins are welcome. Each month on the fourth Friday at locations around the City, informal Q&A sessions will be scheduled so that the public may find the mayor at their convenience, without having ...

April 1, Water Conservation Challenge Begins

Mayor Michael O’Connor is pleased to join mayors across the country in encouraging water customers to conserve water, reduce pollution, and possibly set a prize-winning example, by taking the “My Water Pledge” during the month of April.

UPDATE: Draft of FY19 Budget Released

The public is invited to participate in the discussion of the fiscal year 2019 budget, during public hearings, in April and May before the Board of Aldermen adopts the budget. Departments will present on assigned nights.

The draft 2019 budget   is online.

City Responds to Toys R Us Closure

The City is prepared for the closure of local Toys R Us sites, with recommendations to help employees at the company’s retail store on West Patrick Street and at a distribution center in Frederick County.

Toys R Us has been a cherished business in The City of Frederick for decades, said Richard Griffin, the City's director of Economic Development.

Homebuyers May Get $15,000 Down Payment Assistance

The Sold on Frederick program now offers up to $15,000 towards down payment and closing costs to buy a home in the City of Frederick to qualifying applicants.

International Honor Goes to City Budget, Director

For the eighth time, Budget Director Katie Barkdoll and the budget she prepared have won honors from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada.

Budget Director Katie Barkdoll has won the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada.

March 9: Mayor Launches Informal Q&A Sessions

Keeping his commitment to expand civic engagement, Mayor Michael O’Connor is creating a new opportunity for the public to communicate with City Hall.

The first opportunity for the informal Q&A with the mayor will be 7:30-9 a.m., March 9 at the Waffle House, 317 S. Jefferson St. The public is invited to stop by to chat. No appointment is necessary. Each month, at locations around the City, informal ...

Program to Help People Plant More Trees

The City is launching Tree Frederick pilot project to encourage residents to plant trees this spring, particularly in NAC 3.
As part of the program, residents may get a discount, and purchase trees using a tree guide and order form on the City website.

Video Highlights Major Projects' Progress

Find out about some major infrastructure and recreation projects going on in The City of Frederick in this Channel 99 production.

County Announces Closing Gas House Pike Over Linganore Creek

The Frederick County Office of Transportation Engineering announced that Gas House Pike at Bridge F09-21 over Linganore Creek will be closed for about two months, starting on or about March 5, 2018.

Alcohol Policy in Parks Not Really Changed

No drinking of beer, wine or other types of alcoholic beverages is allowed in Frederick City parks, without specific approval from the Board of Aldermen. Recent legislation allows more types of alcohol to be approved, but does not remove the conditions.

Permission must be requested and granted before each event where any type of alcoholic beverage is to be served/consumed. 

Mayor's Team Begins to Examine City Departments

Mayor Michael O’Connor’s transition committee has begun its mission to explore how every City department functions, how it might do more, do things differently, or should continue as is.
Newly formed workgroups begin to examine departmental functions.

Deadline extended to April 2 to Apply for Historic Property Tax Credit

Applications for the City Historic Preservation Property Tax Credit are due on April 2, 2018, since April 1 is a Sunday. Tax paying property owners may apply for a credit equal to 25 percent of the properly documented expenditures incurred during 2017.

Race/Walk Sponsors Have New Rules for Events

The City of Frederick made some changes to its parade/walk/race permit process that are effective immediately.
A complete list is published online: http://www.cityoffrederick.com/1054/Parades-Walks-Races.

Monocacy Boulevard Information

For the latest information about the Monocacy Boulevard project, visit the project's page on the City website.

The Monocacy Boulevard project and the effects of the road closure are a top priority. City engineers, the mayor and police are continuously evaluating potential modifications to traffic controls to improve movement along alternate routes.  

The C...

The City has added pickleball lines to the tennis courts at:

The City has added pickleball lines to the tennis courts at: Amber Meadows, Max Kehne, and Monocacy Village Parks.

Process Changes for Nonprofits to Get City Grants

A new, formal grant application process has been approved for The City of Frederick to fund nonprofit programs.
The applications will replace the informal, requests made to the Mayor and Board of Aldermen.

Nonprofits that would like to apply for a grant must attend a workshop at 10 a.m. Oct. 30 in the City Hall boardroom.

Discount on Health Services, Medications Possible

City residents are eligible for discounted drug, medical services program.

Frederick County is enrolled in the National Association of Counties’ Live Healthy program that provides discount prescription drugs and medical services, and is open to City residents.

Participants may benefit from savings on dental procedures s...

Monocacy Blvd. to Close for Major Redesign, Bridge Work

The project to realign and widen Monocacy Boulevard will soon involve closing much of the road for about 18 months to replace a bridge over the Monocacy River and install four new lanes for through traffic.

The City is giving as much notice as possible and is aware of the inconvenience it will cause to traffic that normally uses Monocacy Boulevard between the City’s downtown and Md. 26.

Monocacy Boulevard will be closed between Gas House Pike and Sc...

Frederick Man arrested with handgun (18-35379)

On 04/20/2018 at around 2156hrs officers responded to the 500 blk of Hollyberry Way for a reported burglary in progress, involving a man with a gun.

On 04/20/2018 at around 2156hrs officers responded to the 500 blk of Hollyberry Way for a reported burglary in progress, involving a man with a gun. Upon arrival officers came into contact with Nahshon Aaron Grant who came out of the front door of the res...

Frederick Man Sentenced To 100 Months In Prison For Robbery

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Youth Resource Fair

FREDERICK POLICE DEPARTMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 17, 2018

Youth Resource Fair

Saturday, April 21st  11 am - 2:00 pm

Francis Scott Key Mall - Center Court

Frederick, MD – Several Frederick County, Maryland agencies ha...

Coffee with a Cop

FREDERICK POLICE DEPARTMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 17, 2018

FPD TO HOST COFFEE WITH A COP

Thursday, April 19^th 9-11 am at Starbucks, 104 N. Market Street

Monday, April 23^rd – 6:30-7:30 pm at The Arc, 555 S. Market Street

FREDERICK, MD -...

Frederick Police Investigate Fatal Shooting ***UPDATE***

FREDERICK POLICE
DEPARTMENT

FOR IMMEDIATERELEASE

April 15, 2018

***UPDATE***

At this time the victim has been identified as David Germaine Wilson B/M DOB 8/16/1972.  The Frederick Police Department and the Family are ...

Police Charge Suspect in Series of Graffiti Incidents

FREDERICK POLICE DEPARTMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 12, 2018

Frederick Police Charge Suspect in Series of Graffiti Incidents

FREDERICK, MD – Frederick Police have charged an individual with a series of graffiti incidents concentrated m...

Frederick Police Investigate Shooting

FREDERICK, MD – On April 07, 2018, at 4:12 PM, officers of the Frederick Police Department responded to the first block of Frederick Avenue, in Frederick City, in reference to a shooting.

Upon arrival, officers located the female victim inside of a residen...

First On Scene Training - Limited Spots Remain

FREDERICK POLICE DEPARTMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 6, 2018

First On Scene Training – Spots Still Available

FREDERICK, MD – The Frederick Police Department in partnership with Frederick County Division of Fire & Rescue wi...

Frederick Police Investigate Graffiti Incidents

FREDERICK POLICE DEPARTMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 5, 2018

GRAFFITI INCIDENTS

FREDERICK, MD – The Frederick Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a male suspected in a string of graffiti inciden...

Frederick Police Investigate Commercial Robbery

The Frederick Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance with identifying a suspect in a commercial robbery that occurred at KFC at 1 Willowdale Drive on the evening of 4/1, at approximately 8:10pm. The suspect was a thin white male...

Downtown Community Meeting

FREDERICK POLICE DEPARTMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 3, 2018

Downtown Community Meeting - April 7th @ 10 am

FREDERICK, MD – The Frederick Police Department will be holding a community meeting on Saturday, April 7^th at 10 am at the Commu...

Frederick Police Charge 6 Suspects in Drug Investigation (DEU)

Six people have been arrested after a three-month-long drug investigation in Frederick City…

An investigation into a drug trafficking ring by the Frederick Police’s Drug Enforcement Unit began in December 2017 after receiving numerous complaints and tips on the illegal activities of Artez Smallwood and his associates. During this invest...

First On Scene Training

FREDERICK POLICE DEPARTMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 27, 2018

First On Scene Training

FREDERICK, MD – The Frederick Police Department has partnered with the Frederick County Division of Fire & Rescue to provide training on &ldqu...

Police Investigate Motor Vehicle Collision

FREDERICK POLICE DEPARTMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 26, 2018

Police Investigate Motor Vehicle Collision 

Frederick Police Officers responded to Famous Dave’s restaurant located at 1003 W. Patrick Street on today’s da...

Pizza Delivery Strong-Armed Robberies and Assaults

FREDERICK POLICE DEPARTMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 15, 2018

FREDERICK, MD – In February, there have been two incidents of strong-armed robberies and assaults of pizza delivery drivers in the Amber Meadows area (NAC 3). Suspects ha...