Tag: Frederick County

County Executive Jan Gardner today shared highlights of the preliminary draft Frederick County Capital Budget and Capital Improvement Program. The budget is based on no tax rate increases. She shared good news about school construction, libraries, parks, fire stations, roads and many other projects, and encouraged the community to attend the March 15 public hearing to share their priorities. “Preparing and presenting the county budget is the most important responsibility I have as County Executive and the most significant task we do together as a community,” commented Executive Gardner. “How and where we spend our…

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Citizens Encouraged to Share Their Priorities at March 15 Public Hearing

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Frederick County Executive Jan Gardner today announced the launch of two online budget surveys at www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/budgetsurveys. She invites citizens to select their personal funding priorities to establish a blueprint for moving the county forward in a sustainable and fiscally responsible manner. “I want our budget to reflect the values and priorities of our community,” commented Executive Gardner. “I invite citizens to make their voices known by taking our surveys about where to spend our limited tax dollars. What we do together as a community defines our future.” One survey looks at broad categories in which…

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Frederick County Executive Jan Gardner recently announced the launch of “County Perspective,” a new, magazine-feature program on FCG TV, channel 19, local county government television. “I am delighted to launch this fresh, new program that will offer highlights of the many programs and activities of county government,” commented Executive Gardner. “With ‘County Perspective,’ we hope to engage citizens who we might not be reaching now, while offering long-time viewers a new way to learn about what’s happening in Frederick County.” Studies show that video is the go-to medium for people to get information, and young…

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