Government News 

Rating Agencies Reaffirm Frederick County MD’s AAA Bond Ratings

County Executive Jan Gardner announced today that all three major bond rating agencies have reaffirmed Frederick County Government’s AAA bond rating due to conservative and stable financial management and a prospering economy. AAA stable is the highest possible rating a county can receive. “This is excellent news! Frederick County’s finances are well managed and our economy is strong and growing,” said Executive Gardner. “These ratings mean that our taxpayers will save millions of dollars. It also means we can make our money go farther in terms of build schools, roads, libraries, fire stations and parks,…

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Elections Glade Valley 

Mark Long Files for County Council At Large Seat

Businessman and resident Mark Long today announced his run for election to Frederick County Council At Large to ensure that residents across Frederick County benefit from enhanced economic and educational opportunities. Long, who has deep roots in northern Frederick County and has focused his career in both the social services and building construction fields, is a passionate advocate for affordable housing and ensuring prosperity reaches all corners of the region. “We should make sure that our County continues to be an inviting and supportive place for businesses that provide good…

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Government 

Frederick County Government Offices to Be Closed for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Holiday

Frederick County Government offices will be closed on Monday, January 15, 2018 for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., holiday. Offices will return to regularly scheduled hours on Tuesday, January 16, 2018 Clarifications to the schedule: Animal Control Center will be open on Jan. 15 from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. with the showing of animals and adoptions from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Details: www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/animalcontrol or call 301-600-1546. Frederick County Board of Elections will be closed on Jan. 15. Details: www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/elections or call 301-600-VOTE (8683). Curbside Recycling & Landfill: There will be…

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