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Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Mount Airy MD prepares for town elections
Mount Airy prepares for town elections
League of Women Voters of Carroll County to hold candidates’ forum.
March 31, 2010
Special to be crossposted on The Grogg Report
By Kevin Dayhoff http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/03/mount-airy-prepares-for-town-elections.html http://tinyurl.com/ydkhrj6
The mayor’s office and two council seats are up for grabs this coming May 3 when Mount Airy citizens go to the polls to select new leadership for the town.
At the Mount Airy board of supervisors of elections citizens’ meeting on March 8 in the town hall council chambers, the chair of the elections board, Bruce Walz, banged the gavel and brought the short, 20-minute meeting to order at precisely 7 p.m.
Citizens, from the town of almost 10,000, which straddles the Frederick and Carroll County border, crowded into the room to nominate candidates to vie for the mayor’s office, currently held by Peter Helt; and two council seats, currently held by Gary Nelson and Chris Everich.
Each town council member is paid $4,000 per year and the mayor is paid $8,500 a year.
Citizens nominated Wendi Peters, currently a town councilmember, and Patrick Rockinberg, who currently serves as the vice-chair of the Mount Airy planning and zoning commission to vie for mayor.
For the two council seats, citizens choose three to stand for election: David M. Blais, Scott Strong, and incumbent councilmember Chris Everich.
Councilmember Gary Nelson is to date, not a candidate for re-election.
A distinguished member of the community, B.J. Dixon, the former town clerk who retired after 30-years of service to the community, rose to the podium first.
“I’m here this evening not only as a resident of the Town; not only as a past employee of the Town; but as a concerned citizen that feels we need to get the town back on track with someone that has leadership abilities. I’m here to nominate Councilwoman Wendi Peters for the Office of Mayor.
Tony Falletta then rose to nominate Pat Rockinberg for mayor. He explained that “Pat moved to Mount Airy in 1997 and since that time has been very active in the community.” Mr. Falletta said “it was during the 2006 election cycle that I first met Pat and have come to admire his leadership abilities.”
Current Mayor Helt nominated Mr. Everich by citing a Bible verse from Proverbs 15:22, “Without counsel, plans go awry. But in the multitude of counselors they are established… In short it is better to get the opinion of many counselors than to have a bunch of yes men. I have found Chris Everich to be a good counselor and not a yes man. Chris can be talked to, reasoned with and learned from.”
Former Mayor Pyatt nominated Mr. Blais, by noting that “he earned his Eagle Scout badge from Mount Airy’s Troop 460, graduated from Linganore High School and has served honorably in the U.S. Air Force for 24 years since 1986.”
To wrap-up the meeting, Tim Askeland nominated Mr. Strong. Mr. Askeland reiterated after the meeting that Mr. Strong could make a positive contribution to the community because he is a volunteer sports coach for Mount Airy’s children and he vigorously opposed a recent annexation initiative for the Rigler property, (part of which was to be used for sports fields.)
I attended the meeting for a number of reasons. As a student of governance, political science, and history; the town is a great study of a municipality with enormous potential that is being held back by what many consider to be a crisis in government.
Although I make my home in Westminster, my Quaker ancestors, the Wright family, along with the Warfield, Grimes, Haines, Farver and Gilliss family, began living in the area since the early 1700s, long before it was an incorporated municipality.
Over the years my family has seen it all. We witnessed the “first wave” of “newcomers” that came to what is now known as Mount Airy, when the railroad arrived.
The delightful quintessential small town maintained a reputation through the 1950s and 60s for a high quality of life.
However the last decade has been unpleasant. Still others will say that in the last quarter-of-century Mount Airy has developed quite a reputation for its contentious elections; and the mental anguish, embarrassment, and humiliation have since been the standard by which the town deliberates and grapples with many growing pains.
Then it began to be “discovered” by folks in the throes of urban flight in the late 1960s or early 1970s. Being located near Interstate 70 made the commute to the Baltimore of Washington, D.C. employment centers easy. This exacerbated growth pressures in the days of inexpensive gasoline, low taxes, and quality housing stock that was reasonably priced.
With the growth brought tension and the wheels began to get wobbly as early as June 1973 when Mayor Lewis C. Dixon and Frederick W. Stevens got in a scuffle after a “meeting when Stephens presented problems with a sewer station on land he used to own,” according to the June 29, 1974 edition of “The Community Reporter.”
Mr. Stevens filed a $90,000 damage suit in Circuit Court a year after the incident claiming that he suffered “painful injuries about his face and head and was caused great mental anguish, embarrassment, and humiliation.”
In the last several years, Mount Airy has stayed in the news for political turmoil and intrigue, allegations of ethics violations, quarrels over growth and annexation, recreation, and water. On September 3, 2007, the town was awakened to a devastating three-alarm fire in the 200 block of South Main Street.
In 2009, a total of three citizens took turns in the mayor’s office in a year of public bickering and disagreement.
Helt, who was voted in as mayor by the council members on Dec. 7, 2009 after the council voted out former Mayor David Pyatt, chose not to stand for election for mayor. Helt had taken the place of former Mayor Frank Johnson Jr., who was elected in 2006 and resigned in February 2009.
There was also turnover in 2009 among the councilmembers as Everich was chosen to take the place former councilmember John Woodhull who moved out of town and did not finish his term.
On the evening of the citizens’ nominations the League of Women Voters of Carroll County announced that the non-partisan organization will hold a candidates’ forum on March 31 at 7 p.m. for those running for office.
The forum will be held at the Mount Airy town hall and will be broadcast live by the Community Media Center. The forum will feature questions developed by the League and questions from the audience. For more information about the forum, contact the League at info@carroll.lwvmd.org.
The last day for write-in candidates to get on the ballot is 5 p.m. April 12. The deadline to register to vote is April 5 and absentee ballots are available at the town offices up until April 15.
Elections are held in the town every two years. Citizens will have an opportunity to vote for one mayor and two councilmembers on Monday, May 3, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Firemen's Activities Building on Twin Arch Road.
For more information call the town office at 410-795-6012 or 301-829-1424 or visit the town web site at http://www.mountairymd.org/.
Kevin Dayhoff writes from Westminster. E-mail him at kevindayhoff @ gmail.com.
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For coverage of the May 3, 2010 Mount Airy municipal elections click on: Elections 20100503 Mount Airy
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Wendi Peters for Mount Airy mayor campaign profile http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/03/wendi-peters-for-mount-airy-mayor.html Posted March 31, 2010
Mount Airy prepares for town elections League of Women Voters of Carroll County to hold candidates’ forum. March 31, 2010 Special to be crossposted on The Grogg Report by Kevin Dayhoff http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/03/mount-airy-prepares-for-town-elections.html
Mount Airy town elections a little over a month away League of Women Voters to hold candidates' forum March 31 Posted http://www.explorecarroll.com/news/4173/mount-airy-town-elections-little-over-month-away/ 3/29/10 by Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle
Scott Strong for Mount Airy town council campaign profile March 29, 2010 http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/03/scott-strong-for-mount-airy-town.html
BJ Dixon nominates Councilwoman Wendi Peters for the Office of Mount Airy Mayor By Kevin Dayhoff for Soundtrack March 29, 2010 http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/03/bj-dixon-nominates-councilwoman-wendi.html
Mount Airy town elections a little over a month away http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/03/mount-airy-town-elections-little-over.html League of Women Voters of Carroll County to hold candidates’ forum.
March 19, 2010 by Kevin Dayhoff
Current Mount Airy Mayor Helt nominates Mr. Everich http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/03/current-mount-airy-mayor-helt-nominates.html
The Mount Airy Lottery in The Tentacle: http://www.thetentacle.com/ by Kevin E. Dayhoff Wednesday, March 24, 2010: “The “awful aughts” were not kind to Mount Airy. The last decade seemed to have been on the minds of citizens who crowded into the Mount Airy town hall on March 8 to nominate candidates to vie for elected offices in the upcoming election….”
“Mount Airy electoral nominees named” By Jennifer Jiggetts, Times Staff Writer Jiggetts http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/news/local/article_27f19880-2d92-11df-9131-001cc4c002e0.html Friday, March 12, 2010
“Mount Airy announces nominations for mayor and Town Council” Originally published March 10, 2010 By Nicholas C. Stern News-Post Staff http://www.fredericknewspost.com/sections/news/display.htm?StoryID=102271
“Peters, Rockinberg to face off for mayor - Two nominated for mayor, three for two open council seats in Mount Airy's May 3 election” by Angie Cochrun Staff Writer Thursday, March 11, 2010 http://www.gazette.net/stories/03112010/mounnew162451_32547.php
David Blais Candidate for Mount Airy Town Council web site
http://www.davidblais.com/contact.html
http://www.thegroggreport.com/merrygoround.htm
http://www.gazette.net/stories/03112010/mounnew162451_32547.php
http://www.fredericknewspost.com/sections/news/display.htm?StoryID=102271
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Mount Airy prepares for town elections League of Women Voters of Carroll County to hold candidates’ forum. March 31, 2010 Special to be crossposted on The Grogg Report by Kevin Dayhoff http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/03/mount-airy-prepares-for-town-elections.html
Mount Airy MD prepares for town elections League Women Voters Carroll Co hold candidates’ forum 31Mar2010 http://tinyurl.com/ydkhrj6
Mount Airy MD preps 4 town elections League Women Voters hold forum 31Mar2010 http://tinyurl.com/ydkhrj6
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Wendi Peters for Mount Airy mayor campaign profile
Wendi Peters for Mount Airy mayor campaign profile
EXPERIENCE LEADERSHIP COMMITMENT
Wendi Wagner Peters, 46, was born and raised in Mt. Airy, having attended Mt. Airy schools and graduated from South Carroll High School before attending college in Baltimore. She is proud to follow both her father and grandfather in serving on the Town Council. Wendi and her husband, Gary have a 16 year old son, Zach, who is a junior at Linganore High School. As a former PTA Executive Board member and parent volunteer, she remains an advocate for the modernization of schools for our children. She grew up in a family business and over the years has worked in a number of areas to promote economic development, while balancing the interests of our residents. She is a fiscal conservative and is mindful that the money government spends is YOUR money.
Campaign platform:
Leadership – Former Town Clerk BJ Dixon, when nominating me for Mayor, stated “we need stability and continuity…we need to get the town back on track”. I understand our government, the importance of relationships with county and state officials and I will provide the leadership we need.
The Budget – I understand the money government spends is YOUR money. Serving on the Council, I have consistently identified ways to reduce costs and save money. Our successful recycling program is one example. I will continue to work to reduce costs and keep Mount Airy an affordable place to live.
School and recreational facilities – As a mother, PTA member and mentor, I know the importance of modernized schools and adequate recreational facilities for our children. I will work with all parties to advocate for the rebuilding of the Mt. Airy Middle School and address our recreational facility needs.
Qualifications and experience:
Town of Mt. Airy – Councilwoman
Liason – Economic Development – 2008 - present
Liaison – Recycling and Sanitation - 2006-present
Zoning Administrator – 2004-2006
Liaison - Water and Sewer – 2004-2006
Business Volunteers Unlimited – School & Business Partnership Program
Mentor to Baltimore City Elementary School students– 2008 - present
Maryland Municipal League – Communications Committee
Chairman – 2007-2008
Member – 2006-2007
Mentoring Connections Team
Mentor to Mt. Airy School Middle School students– 2007-2008
Advisory Committee to the Community Legacy Board
MD Department of Housing and Community Development
Member – 2006-2007
Community Law in Action
Mentor to Baltimore City High School students – 2006 – 2008
Mount Airy Main Street Association
Board Member - 2008-2009
Member - 2004-present
Downtown Revitalization Committee
Member - 2002-2004
Town of Mt. Airy – Planning & Zoning Commission
Vice Chairman – 2000 – 2004
Member – 1998 – 2004
Twin Ridge Elementary School – PTA
Executive Board – 2002
Parent Volunteer – 1998 – 2004
Town of Mt. Airy – Board of Zoning Appeals
Member – 1997
Town of Mt. Airy – Recycling Commission
Chairman – 1990 – 1996
Calvary United Methodist Church
Staff Parish Relations Council – 2006-2008
Sunday School Teacher – 1998-2000
Member
EDUCATION
University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland
Fellow, Academy for Excellence in Local Governance, 2007
Loyola College, Baltimore, Maryland
B.A., Political Science, 1989
Villa Julie College, Baltimore, Maryland
A.A., Paralegal Studies, 1983
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Maryland State Bar Association, Associate Member
Maryland Association of Paralegals
National Federation of Paralegal Associations
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For coverage of the May 3, 2010 Mount Airy municipal elections click on: Elections 20100503 Mount Airy
Labels: Carroll Co Dist Mt Airy, Dayhoff photos, Dayhoff photos Carroll Co, Elections 20100503 Mount Airy, History Mount Airy MD, People Peters-Wendi Mt Airy Council
Related coverage: http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/search/label/Elections%2020100503%20Mount%20Airy
Mount Airy town elections a little over a month away League of Women Voters to hold candidates' forum March 31 Posted http://www.explorecarroll.com/news/4173/mount-airy-town-elections-little-over-month-away/ 3/29/10 by Carroll Eagle, Eldersburg Eagle, Westminster Eagle
Scott Strong for Mount Airy town council campaign profile March 29, 2010 http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/03/scott-strong-for-mount-airy-town.html
BJ Dixon nominates Councilwoman Wendi Peters for the Office of Mount Airy Mayor By Kevin Dayhoff for Soundtrack March 29, 2010 http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/03/bj-dixon-nominates-councilwoman-wendi.html
Mount Airy town elections a little over a month away http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/03/mount-airy-town-elections-little-over.html League of Women Voters of Carroll County to hold candidates’ forum.
March 19, 2010 by Kevin Dayhoff
Current Mount Airy Mayor Helt nominates Mr. Everich http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/03/current-mount-airy-mayor-helt-nominates.html
The Mount Airy Lottery in The Tentacle: http://www.thetentacle.com/ by Kevin E. Dayhoff Wednesday, March 24, 2010: “The “awful aughts” were not kind to Mount Airy. The last decade seemed to have been on the minds of citizens who crowded into the Mount Airy town hall on March 8 to nominate candidates to vie for elected offices in the upcoming election….”
“Mount Airy electoral nominees named” By Jennifer Jiggetts, Times Staff Writer Jiggetts http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/news/local/article_27f19880-2d92-11df-9131-001cc4c002e0.html Friday, March 12, 2010
“Mount Airy announces nominations for mayor and Town Council” Originally published March 10, 2010 By Nicholas C. Stern News-Post Staff http://www.fredericknewspost.com/sections/news/display.htm?StoryID=102271
“Peters, Rockinberg to face off for mayor - Two nominated for mayor, three for two open council seats in Mount Airy's May 3 election” by Angie Cochrun Staff Writer Thursday, March 11, 2010 http://www.gazette.net/stories/03112010/mounnew162451_32547.php
David Blais Candidate for Mount Airy Town Council web site
http://www.davidblais.com/contact.html
http://www.thegroggreport.com/merrygoround.htm
http://www.gazette.net/stories/03112010/mounnew162451_32547.php
http://www.fredericknewspost.com/sections/news/display.htm?StoryID=102271
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Monday, March 29, 2010
BJ Dixon nominates Councilwoman Wendi Peters for the Office of Mount Airy Mayor
The mayor’s office and two council seats are up for grabs this coming May 3 when Mount Airy citizens go to the polls to select new leadership for the town.
It was standing room only at the Mount Airy board of supervisors of elections citizens’ meeting on March 8, 2010, in the town hall council chambers. The chair of the elections board, Bruce Walz, banged the gavel and brought the short, 20-minute meeting to order at precisely 7 p.m.
Citizens, from the town of almost 10,000, which straddles the Frederick and Carroll County border, crowded into the room to nominate candidates to vie for the mayor’s office, currently held by Peter Helt; and two council seats, currently held by Gary Nelson and Chris Everich.
Citizens nominated Wendi Peters, currently a town councilmember, and Patrick Rockinberg, who currently serves as the vice-chair of the Mount Airy planning and zoning commission to vie for mayor.
For the two council seats, citizens choose three to stand for election: David M. Blais, Scott Strong, and incumbent councilmember Chris Everich.
At the Mount Airy board of supervisors of elections citizens’ meeting, former Mount Airy town clerk BJ Dixon nominated councilwoman Wendi Peters to run for the mayor’s office in the upcoming municipal elections.
That evening, Ms. Dixon said:
“Good Evening, For those that don’t know me, I’m B.J. Dixon. My husband, Carl, and I have lived in the Town for 44 years. I recently retired as a 30-year employee with the Town of Mount Airy.
“I’m here this evening not only as a resident of the Town; not only as a past employee of the Town; but as a concerned citizen that feels we need to get the Town back on track with someone that has leadership abilities.
“I’m here to nominate Councilwoman Wendi Peters for the Office of Mayor.
“Having worked with Wendi over the years, I believe she has the experience to lead the Town into the future. Wendi understands the workings of our government, she is a problem solver and possesses the ability to stand up and take on tough decisions.
“We need to quit drawing lines in the sand. We need stability and continuity back in our Town. We need Wendi Peters to do just that. With her experience, her leadership and her commitment, I’m confident she will get this Town back to one that we can be proud to call “Our Town”. Our Town with a strong, bright future.”
After the meeting, councilwoman Peter’s released the following statement:
“Tonight I am honored to have BJ Dixon place my name in nomination to run for Mayor of Mount Airy. I am honored to have her trust, respect and support as our former Town Clerk and a retired 30 year employee of the Town of Mount Airy.
“The past year has been challenging for our town in many ways. While some of these challenges remain, I am confident with new leadership, a strong, dedicated staff and devoted volunteers we can confront these challenges and work together for the best interests of all of our residents.
“I am honored to have served my hometown in various capacities over the last 20 years. I have consistently shown I will always stand up for what I believe is in the best interests of our town. I am committed to identifying and solving problems while looking forward with a sense of vision. … This is a very important election and I need your support. Thanks very much, Wendi Peters”
On the evening of the citizens’ nominations the League of Women Voters of Carroll County announced that the non-partisan organization will hold a candidates’ forum on March 31 at 7 p.m. for those running for office.
The forum will be held at the Mount Airy town hall and will be broadcast live by the Community Media Center. The forum will feature questions developed by the League and questions from the audience. For more information about the forum, contact the League at info@carroll.lwvmd.org.
The last day for write-in candidates to get on the ballot is 5 p.m. April 12. The deadline to register to vote is April 5 and absentee ballots are available at the town offices up until April 15.
Elections are held in the town every two years. Citizens will have an opportunity to vote for one mayor and two councilmembers on Monday, May 3, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Firemen's Activities Building on Twin Arch Road.
For more information call the town office at 410-795-6012 or 301-829-1424 or visit the town web site at http://www.mountairymd.org/.
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Photo captions:
Carol Blackburn, of the League of Women Voters of Carroll County, and Councilwoman Wendi Peters stop to talk after the Mount Airy board of supervisors of elections citizens’ meeting on March 8, 2010 in the town hall council chambers. Photo by Kevin Dayhoff [20100308 MA noms 4]
Councilwoman Wendi Peters was nominated to run for the office of Mount Airy mayor at the Mount Airy board of supervisors of elections citizens’ meeting on March 8, 2010 in the town hall council chambers. Photo by Kevin Dayhoff [20100308 MA noms 5]
For coverage of the May 3, 2010 Mount Airy municipal elections click on: Elections 20100503 Mount Airy
Labels: Carroll Co Dist Mt Airy, Dayhoff photos, Dayhoff photos Carroll Co, Elections 20100503 Mount Airy, History Mount Airy MD, People Peters-Wendi Mt Airy Council
Related coverage:
Mount Airy town elections a little over a month away http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/03/mount-airy-town-elections-little-over.html League of Women Voters of Carroll County to hold candidates’ forum.
March 19, 2010 by Kevin Dayhoff
Current Mount Airy Mayor Helt nominates Mr. Everich http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/03/current-mount-airy-mayor-helt-nominates.html
The Mount Airy Lottery in The Tentacle: http://www.thetentacle.com/ by Kevin E. Dayhoff Wednesday, March 24, 2010: “The “awful aughts” were not kind to Mount Airy. The last decade seemed to have been on the minds of citizens who crowded into the Mount Airy town hall on March 8 to nominate candidates to vie for elected offices in the upcoming election….”
“Mount Airy electoral nominees named” By Jennifer Jiggetts, Times Staff Writer Jiggetts http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/news/local/article_27f19880-2d92-11df-9131-001cc4c002e0.html Friday, March 12, 2010
“Mount Airy announces nominations for mayor and Town Council” Originally published March 10, 2010 By Nicholas C. Stern News-Post Staff http://www.fredericknewspost.com/sections/news/display.htm?StoryID=102271
“Peters, Rockinberg to face off for mayor - Two nominated for mayor, three for two open council seats in Mount Airy's May 3 election” by Angie Cochrun Staff Writer Thursday, March 11, 2010 http://www.gazette.net/stories/03112010/mounnew162451_32547.php
David Blais Candidate for Mount Airy Town Council web site
http://www.davidblais.com/contact.html
http://www.thegroggreport.com/merrygoround.htm
http://www.gazette.net/stories/03112010/mounnew162451_32547.php
http://www.fredericknewspost.com/sections/news/display.htm?StoryID=102271
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Thursday, March 25, 2010
Mount Airy town elections a little over a month away
Mount Airy town elections a little over a month away
League of Women Voters of Carroll County to hold candidates’ forum.
March 19, 2010 by Kevin Dayhoff
The mayor’s office and two council seats are up for grabs this coming May 3 when Mount Airy citizens go to the polls to select new leadership for the town.
It was standing room only at the Mount Airy board of supervisors of elections citizens’ meeting on March 8 in the town hall council chambers. The chair of the elections board, Bruce Walz, banged the gavel and brought the short, 20-minute meeting to order at precisely 7 p.m.
Citizens, from the town of almost 10,000, which straddles the Frederick and Carroll County border, crowded into the room to nominate candidates to vie for the mayor’s office, currently held by Peter Helt; and two council seats, currently held by Gary Nelson and Chris Everich.
Citizens nominated Wendi Peters, currently a town councilmember, and Patrick Rockinberg, who currently serves as the vice-chair of the Mount Airy planning and zoning commission to vie for mayor.
For the two council seats, citizens choose three to stand for election: David M. Blais, Scott Strong, and incumbent councilmember Chris Everich.
Councilmember Gary Nelson is to date, not a candidate for re-election.
Each town council member is paid $4,000 per year and the mayor is paid $8,500 a year.
In the last several years, Mount Airy has stayed in the news for political turmoil and intrigue, allegations of ethics violations, quarrels over growth and annexation, recreation, and water. On September 3, 2007, the town was awakened to a devastating three-alarm fire in the 200 block of South Main Street.
In 2009, a total of three citizens took turns in the mayor’s office in a year of public bickering and disagreement.
Helt, who was voted in as mayor by the council members on Dec. 7, 2009 after the council voted out former Mayor David Pyatt, chose not to stand for election for mayor. Helt had taken the place of former Mayor Frank Johnson Jr., who was elected in 2006 and resigned in February 2009.
There was also turnover in 2009 among the councilmembers as Everich was chosen to take the place former councilmember John Woodhull who moved out of town and did not finish his term.
On the evening of the citizens’ nominations the League of Women Voters of Carroll County announced that the non-partisan organization will hold a candidates’ forum on March 31 at 7 p.m. for those running for office.
The forum will be held at the Mount Airy town hall and will be broadcast live by the Community Media Center. The forum will feature questions developed by the League and questions from the audience. For more information about the forum, contact the League at info@carroll.lwvmd.org.
The last day for write-in candidates to get on the ballot is 5 p.m. April 12. The deadline to register to vote is April 5 and absentee ballots are available at the town offices up until April 15.
Elections are held in the town every two years. Citizens will have an opportunity to vote for one mayor and two councilmembers on Monday, May 3, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Firemen's Activities Building on Twin Arch Road.
For more information call the town office at 410-795-6012 or 301-829-1424 or visit the town web site at http://www.mountairymd.org/.
Photo caption: At the Mount Airy, MD board of supervisors of elections citizens’ meeting on March 8, 2010 in the town hall council chambers citizens nominated Wendi Peters, currently a town councilmember, and Patrick Rockinberg, who currently serves as the vice-chair of the Mount Airy planning and zoning commission to vie for mayor.
For the two council seats, citizens choose three to stand for election: David M. Blais, Scott Strong, and incumbent councilmember Chris Everich.
Photo by Kevin Dayhoff March 8, 2010 [20100308 MA noms 3]
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The Mount Airy Lottery in The Tentacle: http://www.thetentacle.com/ by Kevin E. Dayhoff Wednesday, March 24, 2010: “The “awful aughts” were not kind to Mount Airy. The last decade seemed to have been on the minds of citizens who crowded into the Mount Airy town hall on March 8 to nominate candidates to vie for elected offices in the upcoming election….”
“Mount Airy electoral nominees named” By Jennifer Jiggetts, Times Staff Writer Jiggetts http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/news/local/article_27f19880-2d92-11df-9131-001cc4c002e0.html Friday, March 12, 2010
“Mount Airy announces nominations for mayor and Town Council” Originally published March 10, 2010 By Nicholas C. Stern News-Post Staff http://www.fredericknewspost.com/sections/news/display.htm?StoryID=102271
“Peters, Rockinberg to face off for mayor - Two nominated for mayor, three for two open council seats in Mount Airy's May 3 election” by Angie Cochrun Staff Writer Thursday, March 11, 2010 http://www.gazette.net/stories/03112010/mounnew162451_32547.php
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Current Mount Airy Mayor Helt nominates Mr. Everich
It was standing room only at the Mount Airy, MD board of supervisors of elections citizens’ meeting on March 8, 2010 in the town hall council chambers.
The chair of the elections board, Bruce Walz, banged the gavel and brought the short, 20-minute meeting to order at precisely 7 p.m.
At the meeting, current Mount Airy Mayor Peter Helt nominated Mr. Chris Everich by citing a Bible verse from Proverbs 15:22: “Without counsel, plans go awry. But in the multitude of counselors they are established.”
Mayor Helt added: “In short it is better to get the opinion of many counselors than to have a bunch of yes men. I have found Chris Everich to be a good counselor and not a yes man. Chris can be talked to, reasoned with and learned from.
“Most important to me is the fact that he has proven he can do the job by making the transition from citizen to councilman.
“When you are a citizen it is ok to be selfish. To only look out for your interests ands the interests of your group.
“As a member of the counsel you have to look out for the town as a whole, your mind set must change. Some people are unable to make that transition. Chris has proven he can.
“For these reasons I am glad to nominate Chris Everich to confine his role as a councilman for the town.”
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A lone citizen enters the Mount Airy town hall on March 8
A lone citizen enters the Mount Airy town hall on March 8, 2010 by Kevin Dayhoff.
It was standing room only at the Mount Airy board of supervisors of elections citizens’ meeting on March 8 in the town hall council chambers.
The mayor’s office and two council seats are up for grabs this coming May 3 when Mount Airy citizens go to the polls to select new leadership for the town.
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Sunday, January 17, 2010
Carroll County dresses-up for sunset
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Monday, November 09, 2009
Bath time at the Fair #1
Kevin Dayhoff August 1st, 2006
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