Bush farewell speech
By Ken Herman Thursday, January 15, 2009, 07:19 PM
Here’s the full speech, as released in advance by the White House:
Fellow citizens: For eight years, it has been my honor to serve as your President. The first decade of this new century has been a period of consequence - a time set apart. Tonight, with a thankful heart, I have asked for a final opportunity to share some thoughts on the journey we have traveled together and the future of our Nation.
Five days from now, the world will witness the vitality of American democracy. In a tradition dating back to our founding, the presidency will pass to a successor chosen by you, the American people. Standing on the steps of the Capitol will be a man whose story reflects the enduring promise of our land. This is a moment of hope and pride for our whole Nation. And I join all Americans in offering best wishes to President-elect Obama, his wife Michelle, and their two beautiful girls.
Tonight I am filled with gratitude - to Vice President Cheney and members of the Administration; to Laura, who brought joy to this house and love to my life; to our wonderful daughters, Barbara and Jenna; to my parents, whose examples have provided strength for a lifetime. And above all, I thank the American people for the trust you have given me. I thank you for the prayers that have lifted my spirits. And I thank you for the countless acts of courage, generosity, and grace that I have witnessed these past eight years.
This evening, my thoughts return to the first night I addressed you from this house - September 11, 2001. That morning, terrorists took nearly 3,000 lives in the worst attack on America since Pearl Harbor. I remember standing in the rubble of the World Trade Center three days later, surrounded by rescuers who had been working around the clock. I remember talking to brave souls who charged through smoke-filled corridors at the Pentagon and to husbands and wives whose loved ones became heroes aboard Flight 93. I remember Arlene Howard, who gave me her fallen son’s police shield as a reminder of all that was lost. And I still carry his badge.
As the years passed, most Americans were able to return to life much as it had been before Nine-Eleven. But I never did. Every morning, I received a briefing on the threats to our Nation. And I vowed to do everything in my power to keep us safe.
Over the past seven years, a new Department of Homeland Security has been created. The military, the intelligence community, and the FBI have been transformed. Our Nation is equipped with new tools to monitor the terrorists’ movements, freeze their finances, and break up their plots. And with strong allies at our side, we have taken the fight to the terrorists and those who support them. Afghanistan has gone from a nation where the Taliban harbored al Qaeda and stoned women in the streets to a young democracy that is fighting terror and encouraging girls to go to school. Iraq has gone from a brutal dictatorship and a sworn enemy of America to an Arab democracy at the heart of the Middle East and a friend of the United States.
There is legitimate debate about many of these decisions. But there can be little debate about the results. America has gone more than seven years without another terrorist attack on our soil. This is a tribute to those who toil day and night to keep us safe - law enforcement officers, intelligence analysts, homeland security and diplomatic personnel, and the men and women of the United States Armed Forces.
Our Nation is blessed to have citizens who volunteer to defend us in this time of danger. I have cherished meeting these selfless patriots and their families. America owes you a debt of gratitude. And to all our men and women in uniform listening tonight: There has been no higher honor than serving as your Commander in Chief.
The battles waged by our troops are part of a broader struggle between two dramatically different systems. Under one, a small band of fanatics demands total obedience to an oppressive ideology, condemns women to subservience, and marks unbelievers for murder. The other system is based on the conviction that freedom is the universal gift of Almighty God and that liberty and justice light the path to peace.
This is the belief that gave birth to our Nation. And in the long run, advancing this belief is the only practical way to protect our citizens. When people live in freedom, they do not willingly choose leaders who pursue campaigns of terror. When people have hope in the future, they will not cede their lives to violence and extremism. So around the world, America is promoting human liberty, human rights, and human dignity. We are standing with dissidents and young democracies, providing AIDS medicine to bring dying patients back to life, and sparing mothers and babies from malaria. And this great republic born alone in liberty is leading the world toward a new age when freedom belongs to all nations.
For eight years, we have also strived to expand opportunity and hope here at home. Across our country, students are rising to meet higher standards in public schools. A new Medicare prescription drug benefit is bringing peace of mind to seniors and the disabled. Every taxpayer pays lower income taxes. The addicted and suffering are finding new hope through faith-based programs. Vulnerable human life is better protected. Funding for our veterans has nearly doubled. America’s air, water, and lands are measurably cleaner. And the Federal bench includes wise new members like Justice Sam Alito and Chief Justice John Roberts.
When challenges to our prosperity emerged, we rose to meet them. Facing the prospect of a financial collapse, we took decisive measures to safeguard our economy. These are very tough times for hardworking families, but the toll would be far worse if we had not acted. All Americans are in this together. And together, with determination and hard work, we will restore our economy to the path of growth. We will show the world once again the resilience of America’s free enterprise system.
Like all who have held this office before me, I have experienced setbacks. There are things I would do differently if given the chance. Yet I have always acted with the best interests of our country in mind. I have followed my conscience and done what I thought was right. You may not agree with some tough decisions I have made. But I hope you can agree that I was willing to make the tough decisions.
The decades ahead will bring more hard choices for our country, and there are some guiding principles that should shape our course.
While our Nation is safer than it was seven years ago, the gravest threat to our people remains another terrorist attack. Our enemies are patient and determined to strike again. America did nothing to seek or deserve this conflict. But we have been given solemn responsibilities, and we must meet them. We must resist complacency. We must keep our resolve. And we must never let down our guard.
At the same time, we must continue to engage the world with confidence and clear purpose. In the face of threats from abroad, it can be tempting to seek comfort by turning inward. But we must reject isolationism and its companion, protectionism. Retreating behind our borders would only invite danger. In the 21st century, security and prosperity at home depend on the expansion of liberty abroad. If America does not lead the cause of freedom, that cause will not be led.
As we address these challenges - and others we cannot foresee tonight - America must maintain our moral clarity. I have often spoken to you about good and evil. This has made some uncomfortable. But good and evil are present in this world, and between the two there can be no compromise. Murdering the innocent to advance an ideology is wrong every time, everywhere. Freeing people from oppression and despair is eternally right. This Nation must continue to speak out for justice and truth. We must always be willing to act in their defense and to advance the cause of peace.
President Thomas Jefferson once wrote, “I like the dreams of the future better than the history of the past.” As I leave the house he occupied two centuries ago, I share that optimism. America is a young country, full of vitality, constantly growing and renewing itself. And even in the toughest times, we lift our eyes to the broad horizon ahead.
I have confidence in the promise of America because I know the character of our people. This is a Nation that inspires immigrants to risk everything for the dream of freedom. This is a Nation where citizens show calm in times of danger and compassion in the face of suffering. We see examples of America’s character all around us. And Laura and I have invited some of them to join us in the White House this evening.
We see America’s character in Dr. Tony Recasner, a principal who opened a new charter school from the ruins of Hurricane Katrina. We see it in Julio Medina, a former inmate who leads a faith-based program to help prisoners returning to society. We see it in Staff Sergeant Aubrey McDade, who charged into an ambush in Iraq and rescued three of his fellow Marines.
We see America’s character in Bill Krissoff, a surgeon from California. His son Nathan, a Marine, gave his life in Iraq. When I met Dr. Krissoff and his family, he delivered some surprising news: He told me he wanted to join the Navy Medical Corps in honor of his son. This good man was 60 years old - 18 years above the age limit. But his petition for a waiver was granted, and for the past year he has trained in battlefield medicine. Lieutenant Commander Krissoff could not be here tonight, because he will soon deploy to Iraq, where he will help save America’s wounded warriors and uphold the legacy of his fallen son.
In citizens like these, we see the best of our country - resilient and hopeful, caring and strong. These virtues give me an unshakable faith in America. We have faced danger and trial, and there is more ahead. But with the courage of our people and confidence in our ideals, this great Nation will never tire, never falter and never fail.
It has been the privilege of a lifetime to serve as your President. There have been good days and tough days. But every day I have been inspired by the greatness of our country and uplifted by the goodness of our people. I have been blessed to represent this Nation we love. And I will always be honored to carry a title that means more to me than any other: citizen of the United States of America.
And so, my fellow Americans, for the final time: Good night. May God bless this house and our next President. And may God bless you and our wonderful country.
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Friday, January 16, 2009
Martin Luther King and Marvin Gaye still show us the way
Martin Luther King and Marvin Gaye still show us the way
By Kevin Dayhoff
Posted on http://www.explorecarroll.com/ 1/14/09
For those who remember the push-button, dashboard AM radios in your cars in the 1960s, you may want to sit down before your read another word.
Last Monday was the 50th anniversary of the creation of Motown Records.
If you remember listening to Diana Ross and The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, The Vandellas, The Miracles, The Commodores, Smokey Robinson and Stevie Wonder on WCAO, congratulations ... you are getting old.
I'm not sure what the format of WCAO is these days, but during the 1960s and well into the 1970s, it was a popular "Top 40" station in Baltimore. In fact, WCAO was one of the first radio stations in Maryland. It began broadcasting in 1922.
By the 1960s, WCAO played a little bit of everything, from The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Otis Redding, Steppinwolf and Cream to The Doors, Simon and Garfunkel, Glen Campbell and Percy Sledge.
However, my fondest memories are those that recall the Motown sound.
Berry Gordy, according to a "Morning Edition" segment on NPR by Ashley Kahn, was a songwriter and a former boxer when he started the record company on Jan. 12, 1959. It was first called "Tamla Records," but a year later was incorporated as Motown Record Corp.
He started it all with "an $800 loan from his family," according to a Sky News article, "Fifty Years of Motown Celebrated."
The article also noted: "Motown is seen as playing an important role in the racial integration of popular music. It was the first record label owned by an African-American to primarily feature African-American artists who achieved crossover success ...
"Gordy first signed The Matadors, who later changed their name to The Miracles, with their singer William 'Smokey' Robinson becoming the label's vice-president."
Gordy, who is now 79 years old, sold the company in 1988 for $61 million. Not a bad profit from that $800 investment.
Kahn writes that Robinson remembers the day Motown began.
"There were five people there. Berry Gordy said that day, 'We are not going to make black music. We are going to make music for everybody. We are going to make music that has great stories and great beats. We are going to write great songs.' "
And that's just what they did. They wrote great music that people love to this day. Kahn places the origins of the Motown sound into some historical context: "For black America, the 1960s were a decade filled with social protest and raw emotion -- especially in cities like Detroit. And yet this urban center produced uplifting songs of love."
This point was driven home by Jordan: "At Motown, 95 percent of the songs were written by young, black men. ... They wrote for the male and female artists, and brought to it a sense of vulnerability any English professor would be proud of. Coming out of Detroit, one of the harshest environments you could imagine, they elected to write love songs."
Perhaps as we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, we can stop and ponder the words of Marvin Gaye from "What's Going On":
"For only love can conquer hate,
You know you've got to find a way,
To bring some understanding here today ...
Talk to me so you can see,
Oh what's going on ..."
Kevin Dayhoff writes from Westminster. E-mail him at kdayhoff AT carr DOT org.
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By Kevin Dayhoff
Posted on http://www.explorecarroll.com/ 1/14/09
For those who remember the push-button, dashboard AM radios in your cars in the 1960s, you may want to sit down before your read another word.
Last Monday was the 50th anniversary of the creation of Motown Records.
If you remember listening to Diana Ross and The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, The Vandellas, The Miracles, The Commodores, Smokey Robinson and Stevie Wonder on WCAO, congratulations ... you are getting old.
I'm not sure what the format of WCAO is these days, but during the 1960s and well into the 1970s, it was a popular "Top 40" station in Baltimore. In fact, WCAO was one of the first radio stations in Maryland. It began broadcasting in 1922.
By the 1960s, WCAO played a little bit of everything, from The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Otis Redding, Steppinwolf and Cream to The Doors, Simon and Garfunkel, Glen Campbell and Percy Sledge.
However, my fondest memories are those that recall the Motown sound.
Berry Gordy, according to a "Morning Edition" segment on NPR by Ashley Kahn, was a songwriter and a former boxer when he started the record company on Jan. 12, 1959. It was first called "Tamla Records," but a year later was incorporated as Motown Record Corp.
He started it all with "an $800 loan from his family," according to a Sky News article, "Fifty Years of Motown Celebrated."
The article also noted: "Motown is seen as playing an important role in the racial integration of popular music. It was the first record label owned by an African-American to primarily feature African-American artists who achieved crossover success ...
"Gordy first signed The Matadors, who later changed their name to The Miracles, with their singer William 'Smokey' Robinson becoming the label's vice-president."
Gordy, who is now 79 years old, sold the company in 1988 for $61 million. Not a bad profit from that $800 investment.
Kahn writes that Robinson remembers the day Motown began.
"There were five people there. Berry Gordy said that day, 'We are not going to make black music. We are going to make music for everybody. We are going to make music that has great stories and great beats. We are going to write great songs.' "
And that's just what they did. They wrote great music that people love to this day. Kahn places the origins of the Motown sound into some historical context: "For black America, the 1960s were a decade filled with social protest and raw emotion -- especially in cities like Detroit. And yet this urban center produced uplifting songs of love."
This point was driven home by Jordan: "At Motown, 95 percent of the songs were written by young, black men. ... They wrote for the male and female artists, and brought to it a sense of vulnerability any English professor would be proud of. Coming out of Detroit, one of the harshest environments you could imagine, they elected to write love songs."
Perhaps as we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, we can stop and ponder the words of Marvin Gaye from "What's Going On":
"For only love can conquer hate,
You know you've got to find a way,
To bring some understanding here today ...
Talk to me so you can see,
Oh what's going on ..."
Kevin Dayhoff writes from Westminster. E-mail him at kdayhoff AT carr DOT org.
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Westminster Councilwoman Suzanne Albert web site bio
Westminster Councilwoman Suzanne Albert web site bio
Councilwoman Suzanne P. Albert
Retrieved January 15, 2009
Suzanne is a native of Westminster and was first elected to the Westminster City Council in May 1995, on which she is currently chair of the Committee on Economic Development & Community Affairs and vice-chair of the Committee on Finance. Suzanne also serves as the Council's Liaison to the Planning and Zoning Commission and Council of Governments.
Suzanne is a graduate of the Women’s Hospital Nursing School (now GBMC), University of Baltimore and holds masters degree from Western Maryland College.
She participated in Leadership Carroll and Leadership Maryland, Class 1996 and is a former member of the following: Nurse Practice Issues Committee of the State Board of Nurses, past District President of the Maryland Nurses Association, Governor’s Board of Drug Abuse Prevention and the Anne Arundel County Executive Board of Health Cost Review. Suzanne is active in the community as Past Board President of Carroll County Rape Crisis Intervention Services, St. John’s Roman Catholic Church Parish Council, Greater Westminster Kiwanis Club and Vice Chair of Westminster Women’s Club.
Suzanne retired from 32 years State Service and has worked or volunteered in Long Term Care. She is an Academy of Excellence in Local Governance Fellow. Her council term expires in May 2007.
If you wish to contact Councilwoman Albert, you may send her an email, a fax (410-876-0299) or make an appointment to see her by calling 410-848-2522.
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Councilwoman Suzanne P. Albert
Retrieved January 15, 2009
Suzanne is a native of Westminster and was first elected to the Westminster City Council in May 1995, on which she is currently chair of the Committee on Economic Development & Community Affairs and vice-chair of the Committee on Finance. Suzanne also serves as the Council's Liaison to the Planning and Zoning Commission and Council of Governments.
Suzanne is a graduate of the Women’s Hospital Nursing School (now GBMC), University of Baltimore and holds masters degree from Western Maryland College.
She participated in Leadership Carroll and Leadership Maryland, Class 1996 and is a former member of the following: Nurse Practice Issues Committee of the State Board of Nurses, past District President of the Maryland Nurses Association, Governor’s Board of Drug Abuse Prevention and the Anne Arundel County Executive Board of Health Cost Review. Suzanne is active in the community as Past Board President of Carroll County Rape Crisis Intervention Services, St. John’s Roman Catholic Church Parish Council, Greater Westminster Kiwanis Club and Vice Chair of Westminster Women’s Club.
Suzanne retired from 32 years State Service and has worked or volunteered in Long Term Care. She is an Academy of Excellence in Local Governance Fellow. Her council term expires in May 2007.
If you wish to contact Councilwoman Albert, you may send her an email, a fax (410-876-0299) or make an appointment to see her by calling 410-848-2522.
20090115 Westminster Councilwoman Suzanne Albert web site bio
Kevin Dayhoff www.kevindayhoff.net http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/
Thursday, January 15, 2009
18 candles
18 candles
Thursday, January 15, 2009 Dayhoff Daily Photoblog
18 candles by Kevin Dayhoff
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Thursday, January 15, 2009 Dayhoff Daily Photoblog
18 candles by Kevin Dayhoff
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Elect Suzanne Albert Westminster City Mayor: Qualifications – Questionnaire
Elect Suzanne Albert Westminster City Mayor
Qualifications – Questionnaire
January 15, 2009
Why do you want to be Mayor?
As Mayor, it would be an honor to work in a leadership position to meet the difficult economic challenges, team build with other municipalities, county and State officials and the Public; while supporting sustainable changes expected to improve public services.
What are your qualifications?
Elected to four, four year, terms on the Westminster Common Council.
32 years Public Sector Services
Experienced Professional Administrator
Volunteer in the Community
What are your Goals?
Listen, learn and contribute to the election process
Represent the City with best public services practices
Promote healthy/safe neighborhoods and welfare of families, children and individuals
Support transparency in government works
Enhance communications with staff and citizens
Accelerate cost savings
No new taxes
Conserve water and search for new water sources.
Support economic growth opportunities with the provision of public water and sewer services
Follow through with comprehensive planning including street and transportation improvements
1-15-2009
Kevin Dayhoff www.kevindayhoff.net http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/
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Qualifications – Questionnaire
January 15, 2009
Why do you want to be Mayor?
As Mayor, it would be an honor to work in a leadership position to meet the difficult economic challenges, team build with other municipalities, county and State officials and the Public; while supporting sustainable changes expected to improve public services.
What are your qualifications?
Elected to four, four year, terms on the Westminster Common Council.
32 years Public Sector Services
Experienced Professional Administrator
Volunteer in the Community
What are your Goals?
Listen, learn and contribute to the election process
Represent the City with best public services practices
Promote healthy/safe neighborhoods and welfare of families, children and individuals
Support transparency in government works
Enhance communications with staff and citizens
Accelerate cost savings
No new taxes
Conserve water and search for new water sources.
Support economic growth opportunities with the provision of public water and sewer services
Follow through with comprehensive planning including street and transportation improvements
1-15-2009
Kevin Dayhoff www.kevindayhoff.net http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/
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Daily Patio Pic
Daily Patio Pic
January 15, 2009
Dayhoff Daily Photoblog
20090115 Daily Patio Pic
January 15, 2009
Dayhoff Daily Photoblog
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David Grand’s column for Jan 15, 2009: I tend to quote others only to better express myself
David Grand’s column for Jan 15, 2009: I tend to quote others only to better express myself
As much as I appreciate David Grand’s quotations, I actually read his columns.
I read all the Eagle columnists. I may be biased, but we have the best columnists…
To sit and have a cup of coffee and read a David Grand column is a wonderful way to start my day.
But this column – full of quotations - is priceless. Thanks.
Kevin Dayhoff
I tend to quote others only to better express myself
The Passing Parade By David Grand, Posted on www.explorecarroll.com 1/14/09
I'm fully aware that many of my readers skip over what I've written in my columns and only take time to read the quotations at the end.
That's fine. I get paid the same regardless.
So to show my appreciation to those who at least read those quotations, I've decided to forego writing on a specific topic this week and share some of my favorites, drawn from the columns I've written over the last 16 years. I'd like to think you'll find them as humorous or thought provoking as I did.
Here are my top 21 gems in no particular order:
* "All modern men are descended from a worm-like creature, but it shows more on some people." – Will Cuppy
* "The more I see of the representatives of the people, the more I admire my dogs." – Anonymous
* "When money talks, the truth is silent." – Russian proverb
* "There are three kinds of men: the ones who learn by reading; those who learn by observation; and the rest of 'em who have to pee on the electric fence and find out for themselves." – Will Rogers
Read Mr. Grand’s entire column here: I tend to quote others only to better express myself
http://explorecarroll.com/opinion/2075/i-tend-quote-others-only-better-express-myself/#comment-59
20090115 David Grand’s column for January 15, 2009:
Kevin Dayhoff www.kevindayhoff.net http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/
As much as I appreciate David Grand’s quotations, I actually read his columns.
I read all the Eagle columnists. I may be biased, but we have the best columnists…
To sit and have a cup of coffee and read a David Grand column is a wonderful way to start my day.
But this column – full of quotations - is priceless. Thanks.
Kevin Dayhoff
I tend to quote others only to better express myself
The Passing Parade By David Grand, Posted on www.explorecarroll.com 1/14/09
I'm fully aware that many of my readers skip over what I've written in my columns and only take time to read the quotations at the end.
That's fine. I get paid the same regardless.
So to show my appreciation to those who at least read those quotations, I've decided to forego writing on a specific topic this week and share some of my favorites, drawn from the columns I've written over the last 16 years. I'd like to think you'll find them as humorous or thought provoking as I did.
Here are my top 21 gems in no particular order:
* "All modern men are descended from a worm-like creature, but it shows more on some people." – Will Cuppy
* "The more I see of the representatives of the people, the more I admire my dogs." – Anonymous
* "When money talks, the truth is silent." – Russian proverb
* "There are three kinds of men: the ones who learn by reading; those who learn by observation; and the rest of 'em who have to pee on the electric fence and find out for themselves." – Will Rogers
Read Mr. Grand’s entire column here: I tend to quote others only to better express myself
http://explorecarroll.com/opinion/2075/i-tend-quote-others-only-better-express-myself/#comment-59
20090115 David Grand’s column for January 15, 2009:
Kevin Dayhoff www.kevindayhoff.net http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/
Veteran Councilwoman Suzanne Albert has filed for Westminster Mayor
Veteran Councilwoman Suzanne Albert has filed for Westminster Mayor
January 14, 2009
Veteran Councilwoman Suzanne Albert has filed for Mayor in the upcoming Westminster Municipal Election, May 11, 2009.
She has served on the council for 15 years. Currently, she is President Pro-Tem, Chairwoman for the Public Works Committee and is Liaison for the Planning and Zoning Commission.
During her 15 years of service, she was the initiator for the International/Harvest development on the corner of Liberty and Green Street that is presently the city garage, apartments, business offices, and O’Lordan’s Restaurant. She was an active advocate in protecting the residents of Wakefield Valley by voting against the development of the area. Currently, Albert has initiated efforts to preserve the clock tower.
Having grown up on Main Street and as the grandchild of former Westminster Mayor, David E. Walsh, she continues to demonstrate her lifetime commitment of Community services.
Submitted 1-14-2009
Committee to Elect Suzanne Albert, Mayor
20090114 Veteran Councilwoman Suzanne Albert has filed for Westminster Mayor
January 14, 2009
Veteran Councilwoman Suzanne Albert has filed for Mayor in the upcoming Westminster Municipal Election, May 11, 2009.
She has served on the council for 15 years. Currently, she is President Pro-Tem, Chairwoman for the Public Works Committee and is Liaison for the Planning and Zoning Commission.
During her 15 years of service, she was the initiator for the International/Harvest development on the corner of Liberty and Green Street that is presently the city garage, apartments, business offices, and O’Lordan’s Restaurant. She was an active advocate in protecting the residents of Wakefield Valley by voting against the development of the area. Currently, Albert has initiated efforts to preserve the clock tower.
Having grown up on Main Street and as the grandchild of former Westminster Mayor, David E. Walsh, she continues to demonstrate her lifetime commitment of Community services.
Submitted 1-14-2009
Committee to Elect Suzanne Albert, Mayor
20090114 Veteran Councilwoman Suzanne Albert has filed for Westminster Mayor
Kevin Dayhoff www.kevindayhoff.net http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/
Kevin Utz Resume Elect Kevin for Mayor City of Westminster Md
Kevin's Utz Resume' Elect Kevin for Mayor City of Westminster, Md
Elect KEVIN UTZ for Westminster, Md MAYOR (City of Westminster, Md. 21157 21158)
11/14/2008: Kevin Utz KEVIN R. UTZ
352 Doral Court∙ Westminster, MD 21158 ∙
(410)848-6999 or (410)984-8204 ∙
Kevin@teamutz.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Accomplished community leader with excellent consensus building skills. Proven ability to perform well in multi-faceted setting, leading disparate groups to accomplish common goals. Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills. A seasoned professional with extensive "all hazards" experience in preparedness, prevention, response and recovery. A natural leader with proven abilities in local community issues, state wide law enforcement, fire suppression, emergency medical services and emergency management.
ACHIEVEMENTS
4 years of local legislativeØ experience as an elected Councilman Westminster, Maryland
28 years of lawØ enforcement experience covering all aspects of criminal justice. Uniformed road patrol, criminal investigation of misdemeanor and felony crimes, response coordination to large scale emergencies, resources management and dispatch responsibilities, aerial law enforcement and medical evacuation, community policing and hostage barricade situations.
36 year veteran and Life memberØ of the Westminster Volunteer Fire Department rising to Chief responsible for a $1.5 million operating budget providing fire and emergency medical services to over 33,000 people.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
City of Westminster Maryland (2004 to Present)
Councilman
• Elected as Councilman in 2004 to uphold the laws of the City, State and Nation and to legislate for residents of Westminster with a total budget of over $44,000,000.
• Chair, Public Safety Committee, Implemented strategy for the creation of continuity of operations plans for all city agencies.
• Provide leadership and established interoperability between all response agencies in the City.
• Co-Chair for the Council of Governments leading the state and county efforts to establish memorandum of understanding between governments to work as a unified force in the event of a catastrophic event.
• Representative to the Maryland Municipal League – Legislative and Communications Committee
• Member of the Carroll County Emergency Planning Group charged with the responsibility to discuss, implement emergency response, planning and training for all agencies across the whole spectrum of the County Government. This group includes government and non-profit volunteer assistance organizations.
• Appointed by Carroll County Commissioners to the Carroll County Regional Airport Technical Advisory Master Plan and worked to assure emergency management issues were being recognized.
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Engineering Assistant 2008 – Present
National Security Technology Department – Homeland Security – Planning, Preparedness & Response
• Provide subject matter expert and technical consultation in the field of public safety and emergency services.
Fire Safety Officer-Lieutenant 2003-2008
Direct the operation and administration of the fire department.
• Respond to structural and vehicle fires, emergency rescue situations, and hazardous chemical spills. Drive or accompany emergency vehicles on call.
• Operate appropriate equipment to suppress fires, assist rescue, or provide emergency medical treatment.
• Inspect Laboratory buildings for potentially hazardous conditions and compliance to code.
• Operate, test and maintain all fire and emergency equipment.
• Teach or assist with fire department sponsored training classes, and act as resource to all Laboratory staff on fire and safety issues and inquires.
MARYLAND STATE POLICE (1975 – 2003)
Shift leader/Supervisor Westminster Barrack, Carroll County Maryland
• Managed, directed, and coordinated uniformed road patrol personnel responsible for law enforcement services for Carroll County Maryland.
• Established command and control of large scale emergencies coordinating the emergency response of fire service personnel and acting as liaison officer for law enforcement investigators.
• Led a team of eight criminal investigators to successfully investigate and close major crimes including murders, armed robberies and multi-jurisdictional burglaries
• Coordinated investigative services with Federal law enforcement agencies such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation, The United States Secret Service and the Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
• Analyzed criminal investigation reports to develop operational intelligence to determine trends, and "mode of operations" in county wide multiple case investigations.
• Provided on scene direction and control of hostage barricade incidents.
• Performed community policing techniques by providing a communications link between the State Police and the community. Conducted security surveys, crime prevention activities, and investigated traffic complaints considered to be a community hazard.
Flight Paramedic, Aviation Command
• Provided managerial oversight to the Aviation Command Training Section and improved medical continuing education for 54 flight paramedics by developing enhanced standards and contracting physicians to provide professional-level medical training.
• Established, staffed and managed the flight dispatch center (SYSCOM) responsible for the appropriate use of eight twin engine instrument flight rule equipped helicopters, providing full medical evacuation, search and rescue and law enforcement services to the State.
• Drafted policy and established contingency plans for the flight dispatch center's transition through the Y2K event.
• Subject matter expert on the procurement of a $30 million twin engine, multi-functional helicopter fleet acquisition, replacing aging medevac helicopters.
• Functioned as a Flight Paramedic providing emergency medical advanced life support and rescue capabilities in a state wide helicopter medevac program.
Civilian Police Communications Operator
• Five years experience in a full service police installation taking 911 calls for emergency and routine law enforcement services.
• Experience in coordinating law enforcement response with allied police agencies.
• Experience with law enforcement data resources such as the Criminal Justice information System; the Maryland Information Law Enforcement System and the National Crime Information Center.
Westminster Volunteer Fire Department (1975 – Present)
Fire Lieutenant
• Former Chief of the Department responsible for the fire suppression, emergency medical care and rescue services to 33,000 residents of the City of Westminster. Voluntary reduction in rank to assume duties as Westminster City Councilman.
• Provided leadership and accountability for 125 personnel (paid and volunteer) utilizing 12 emergency response vehicles housed in a 29,600 square foot facility.
• Coordinated fiscal oversight with administrative officers for the $1.5 million operating budget.
• Provided command and control authority on all incidents involving fire and rescue services in the City.
• Active member of the Carroll County Emergency Services Association Operations Committee; responsible for establishing county wide policy and procedures for response and recovery from emergencies. Providing leadership and strategic planning for the future of fire suppression, emergency medical services and rescue capabilities for the county.
• Represented Carroll County to the Metropolitan Chiefs Association and was instrumental in obtaining Urban Area Security Initiative funding for General Staff and Command training.
• Joined the Carroll County Elder Health Working Group by invitation from the group leader to provide an overview of the ongoing needs of the elderly community as it related to the emergency fire and EMS system in Carroll County and provided invaluable resource information for publication to the elderly community.
• Identified high profile Critical Infrastructure/Key Assets and established real time communications link with 911 Center and first responding fire and police units. Currently Carroll Hospital Center, McDaniel College, Carroll Community College and Carroll Lutheran Village have communication capabilities with incoming units.
• Implemented a coordinated response plan for all hazards at the Carroll County Regional Airport working directly with State and Local Emergency Managers and County Commissioners.
• Participated in annual terrorism related emergency response exercises for county wide response to WMD events.
EDUCATION
2008 UMUC
Criminal Justice/Homeland Security
1997 Essex Community College
EMT – Paramedic Certificate
1996 Saint Cloud State University
Driver Education and Safety Credits.
1981 Catonsville Community College
Criminal Justice study – 30 credits.
1981 Maryland State Police Academy
Maryland State Police Trooper.
1975 Westminster High School
High school diploma.
CERTIFICATIONS
University of Maryland Fire Rescue Institute
University of Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Systems Services
United States Fire Administration
National Fire Academy
Certified Fire Officer I and II
Certified Fire Instructor I
Certified Firefighter III
Hazmat Technician
Rescue Technician Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic (1982 - 2001)
Emergency Medical Technician – Basic
Staff and Command Leadership courses
Incident Command
Introduction to Command and General Staff
Command and General Staff Functions in the Incident
Command and General Staff - Incident Management Team
Awards
• Superintendent's Commendation in 2003, Westminster Barrack for providing outstanding leadership and superior managerial performance as the Criminal Investigation Division supervisor.
• Governor's Citation 2003 for 28 years of outstanding service to the citizens of Maryland
• Superintendent's Commendation in 2003 for 28 years of outstanding performance.
• Superintendent's Commendations for outstanding performance in criminal investigations in 2000
• Awarded Westminster Volunteer Fire Company's 2000 Fire Fighter of the Year for exemplary department and community leadership.
• Qualified as an expert witness, Carroll County Circuit Court, in the kinetics of injury involving motor vehicle collisions in 1998.
• Letter of Recognition for outstanding performance from Superintendent 1994.
• Letter of Recognition for exemplary performance from the Carroll County State's Attorney in 1983.
• Received citizen letters of recognition for commendable acts of kindness and compassion
Affiliations
Maryland State Troopers Association Lodge 20
Maryland State Police Alumni Association
Maryland Fireman's Association
Maryland Fire Chiefs Association
Carroll County Emergency Services Association
Business Networking International
Maryland Municipal League
National Realtors Association
Carroll County Association of Realtors
Realtors Association of York and Adams County
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20090114 Kevin Utz Resume Elect Kevin for Mayor City of Westminster Md
Elect KEVIN UTZ for Westminster, Md MAYOR (City of Westminster, Md. 21157 21158)
11/14/2008: Kevin Utz KEVIN R. UTZ
352 Doral Court∙ Westminster, MD 21158 ∙
(410)848-6999 or (410)984-8204 ∙
Kevin@teamutz.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Accomplished community leader with excellent consensus building skills. Proven ability to perform well in multi-faceted setting, leading disparate groups to accomplish common goals. Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills. A seasoned professional with extensive "all hazards" experience in preparedness, prevention, response and recovery. A natural leader with proven abilities in local community issues, state wide law enforcement, fire suppression, emergency medical services and emergency management.
ACHIEVEMENTS
4 years of local legislativeØ experience as an elected Councilman Westminster, Maryland
28 years of lawØ enforcement experience covering all aspects of criminal justice. Uniformed road patrol, criminal investigation of misdemeanor and felony crimes, response coordination to large scale emergencies, resources management and dispatch responsibilities, aerial law enforcement and medical evacuation, community policing and hostage barricade situations.
36 year veteran and Life memberØ of the Westminster Volunteer Fire Department rising to Chief responsible for a $1.5 million operating budget providing fire and emergency medical services to over 33,000 people.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
City of Westminster Maryland (2004 to Present)
Councilman
• Elected as Councilman in 2004 to uphold the laws of the City, State and Nation and to legislate for residents of Westminster with a total budget of over $44,000,000.
• Chair, Public Safety Committee, Implemented strategy for the creation of continuity of operations plans for all city agencies.
• Provide leadership and established interoperability between all response agencies in the City.
• Co-Chair for the Council of Governments leading the state and county efforts to establish memorandum of understanding between governments to work as a unified force in the event of a catastrophic event.
• Representative to the Maryland Municipal League – Legislative and Communications Committee
• Member of the Carroll County Emergency Planning Group charged with the responsibility to discuss, implement emergency response, planning and training for all agencies across the whole spectrum of the County Government. This group includes government and non-profit volunteer assistance organizations.
• Appointed by Carroll County Commissioners to the Carroll County Regional Airport Technical Advisory Master Plan and worked to assure emergency management issues were being recognized.
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Engineering Assistant 2008 – Present
National Security Technology Department – Homeland Security – Planning, Preparedness & Response
• Provide subject matter expert and technical consultation in the field of public safety and emergency services.
Fire Safety Officer-Lieutenant 2003-2008
Direct the operation and administration of the fire department.
• Respond to structural and vehicle fires, emergency rescue situations, and hazardous chemical spills. Drive or accompany emergency vehicles on call.
• Operate appropriate equipment to suppress fires, assist rescue, or provide emergency medical treatment.
• Inspect Laboratory buildings for potentially hazardous conditions and compliance to code.
• Operate, test and maintain all fire and emergency equipment.
• Teach or assist with fire department sponsored training classes, and act as resource to all Laboratory staff on fire and safety issues and inquires.
MARYLAND STATE POLICE (1975 – 2003)
Shift leader/Supervisor Westminster Barrack, Carroll County Maryland
• Managed, directed, and coordinated uniformed road patrol personnel responsible for law enforcement services for Carroll County Maryland.
• Established command and control of large scale emergencies coordinating the emergency response of fire service personnel and acting as liaison officer for law enforcement investigators.
• Led a team of eight criminal investigators to successfully investigate and close major crimes including murders, armed robberies and multi-jurisdictional burglaries
• Coordinated investigative services with Federal law enforcement agencies such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation, The United States Secret Service and the Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
• Analyzed criminal investigation reports to develop operational intelligence to determine trends, and "mode of operations" in county wide multiple case investigations.
• Provided on scene direction and control of hostage barricade incidents.
• Performed community policing techniques by providing a communications link between the State Police and the community. Conducted security surveys, crime prevention activities, and investigated traffic complaints considered to be a community hazard.
Flight Paramedic, Aviation Command
• Provided managerial oversight to the Aviation Command Training Section and improved medical continuing education for 54 flight paramedics by developing enhanced standards and contracting physicians to provide professional-level medical training.
• Established, staffed and managed the flight dispatch center (SYSCOM) responsible for the appropriate use of eight twin engine instrument flight rule equipped helicopters, providing full medical evacuation, search and rescue and law enforcement services to the State.
• Drafted policy and established contingency plans for the flight dispatch center's transition through the Y2K event.
• Subject matter expert on the procurement of a $30 million twin engine, multi-functional helicopter fleet acquisition, replacing aging medevac helicopters.
• Functioned as a Flight Paramedic providing emergency medical advanced life support and rescue capabilities in a state wide helicopter medevac program.
Civilian Police Communications Operator
• Five years experience in a full service police installation taking 911 calls for emergency and routine law enforcement services.
• Experience in coordinating law enforcement response with allied police agencies.
• Experience with law enforcement data resources such as the Criminal Justice information System; the Maryland Information Law Enforcement System and the National Crime Information Center.
Westminster Volunteer Fire Department (1975 – Present)
Fire Lieutenant
• Former Chief of the Department responsible for the fire suppression, emergency medical care and rescue services to 33,000 residents of the City of Westminster. Voluntary reduction in rank to assume duties as Westminster City Councilman.
• Provided leadership and accountability for 125 personnel (paid and volunteer) utilizing 12 emergency response vehicles housed in a 29,600 square foot facility.
• Coordinated fiscal oversight with administrative officers for the $1.5 million operating budget.
• Provided command and control authority on all incidents involving fire and rescue services in the City.
• Active member of the Carroll County Emergency Services Association Operations Committee; responsible for establishing county wide policy and procedures for response and recovery from emergencies. Providing leadership and strategic planning for the future of fire suppression, emergency medical services and rescue capabilities for the county.
• Represented Carroll County to the Metropolitan Chiefs Association and was instrumental in obtaining Urban Area Security Initiative funding for General Staff and Command training.
• Joined the Carroll County Elder Health Working Group by invitation from the group leader to provide an overview of the ongoing needs of the elderly community as it related to the emergency fire and EMS system in Carroll County and provided invaluable resource information for publication to the elderly community.
• Identified high profile Critical Infrastructure/Key Assets and established real time communications link with 911 Center and first responding fire and police units. Currently Carroll Hospital Center, McDaniel College, Carroll Community College and Carroll Lutheran Village have communication capabilities with incoming units.
• Implemented a coordinated response plan for all hazards at the Carroll County Regional Airport working directly with State and Local Emergency Managers and County Commissioners.
• Participated in annual terrorism related emergency response exercises for county wide response to WMD events.
EDUCATION
2008 UMUC
Criminal Justice/Homeland Security
1997 Essex Community College
EMT – Paramedic Certificate
1996 Saint Cloud State University
Driver Education and Safety Credits.
1981 Catonsville Community College
Criminal Justice study – 30 credits.
1981 Maryland State Police Academy
Maryland State Police Trooper.
1975 Westminster High School
High school diploma.
CERTIFICATIONS
University of Maryland Fire Rescue Institute
University of Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Systems Services
United States Fire Administration
National Fire Academy
Certified Fire Officer I and II
Certified Fire Instructor I
Certified Firefighter III
Hazmat Technician
Rescue Technician Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic (1982 - 2001)
Emergency Medical Technician – Basic
Staff and Command Leadership courses
Incident Command
Introduction to Command and General Staff
Command and General Staff Functions in the Incident
Command and General Staff - Incident Management Team
Awards
• Superintendent's Commendation in 2003, Westminster Barrack for providing outstanding leadership and superior managerial performance as the Criminal Investigation Division supervisor.
• Governor's Citation 2003 for 28 years of outstanding service to the citizens of Maryland
• Superintendent's Commendation in 2003 for 28 years of outstanding performance.
• Superintendent's Commendations for outstanding performance in criminal investigations in 2000
• Awarded Westminster Volunteer Fire Company's 2000 Fire Fighter of the Year for exemplary department and community leadership.
• Qualified as an expert witness, Carroll County Circuit Court, in the kinetics of injury involving motor vehicle collisions in 1998.
• Letter of Recognition for outstanding performance from Superintendent 1994.
• Letter of Recognition for exemplary performance from the Carroll County State's Attorney in 1983.
• Received citizen letters of recognition for commendable acts of kindness and compassion
Affiliations
Maryland State Troopers Association Lodge 20
Maryland State Police Alumni Association
Maryland Fireman's Association
Maryland Fire Chiefs Association
Carroll County Emergency Services Association
Business Networking International
Maryland Municipal League
National Realtors Association
Carroll County Association of Realtors
Realtors Association of York and Adams County
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20090114 Kevin Utz Resume Elect Kevin for Mayor City of Westminster Md
Kevin Dayhoff www.kevindayhoff.net http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/
Kevin Utz for Westminster Mayor - News Release January 10, 2009
Kevin Utz for Westminster Mayor - News Release January 10, 2009January 10, 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Councilman Kevin R. Utz
(410) 984-8204
WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCILMAN UTZ DECLARES CANDIDACY FOR MAYOR
Westminster City Councilman Kevin Utz announces his candidacy for Mayor of Westminster citing his experience and ability to lead the City of Westminster during these challenging economic times.
"I want to see this city meet the expectations that we all have for it," Utz stated. "America has never been proven by cities of gold, but by citizens of character." Utz believes the strongest asset the City of Westminster has is the residents, and that he is the right man with the right experience to continue revitalization efforts begun over the past four years which strengthens the City's economic base. Utz will be committed to the continued revitalization of downtown and producing additional interested industry to the Airpark Business Center that is essential to keeping the tax rates affordable.
Kevin Utz is completing his first term as a city councilman, and serves as the Chairman of the City's Public Safety Committee. He is a member of the Maryland Municipal League's Communication's Committee and is a former member of the Legislative Committee. He is a local businessman, a retired Maryland State Trooper where he earned numerous citations and recognitions, and is the former Chief of the Westminster Fire Department, and a life-long community member.
Utz stated, "It is time to get Westminster moving." The City has made tremendous improvements over the past four years in public safety, public works, infrastructure improvements and general government operations. "With the current economic climate we have to watch how we spend every penny of every tax dollar, but we also cannot turn back the clock on the improvements we have made."
Over the past four years Councilman Utz is pleased to have been a part of a successful team that has lead and made vast improvements to the quality of life for the residents of Westminster. Some of these successes have included the modification of a new water treatment plant ensuring a healthy and safe water supply, as well as saving the taxpayers more than $96,000 per year; and the adoption of a current budget that reduced revenues by over 8%; additionally, the staff of the sewer treatment center just introduced a cost saving measure in the operations of the plant that will save the city approximately $99,000 yearly. Utz strongly commended the dedicated City employees for their incentives for cost reduction ideas.
Kevin Utz has also provided leadership in setting goals to reduce expenses for Westminster Government to meet the stiff economic challenges being faced at all levels of government. Some of these goals consist of a 10% reduction in fuel consumption, 10% reduction in energy costs, a 15% reduction in the consumption of office supplies and a program to increase Westminster's recycling rate.
As a local businessman Kevin Utz knows the challenges in meeting a payroll and as a councilman knows the importance of providing governmental services on a budget.
Kevin Utz will focus on economic development for Westminster and to continue his commitment to public safety if elected as Mayor of Westminster.
Kevin Utz will campaign on a platform of Taking Action, Getting Results!
The election for Mayor is Monday, May 11, 2009.
20090110 Kevin Utz for Mayor news release
Kevin Dayhoff www.kevindayhoff.net http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
This week in The Tentacle for Wednesday January 14 2009
This week in The Tentacle for Wednesday January 14 2009
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Barack Rhymes With Tupac
Kevin E. Dayhoff
Noticeable, yet relatively underreported in the scandal-filled rhetoric that passes for meaningful political commentary these days, is the passing of an historic era that will occur when President George W. Bush takes off in the presidential helicopter after President-elect Barack Obama takes the oath of office next week.
From The Desk of the Publisher:
John W. Ashbury
Tom McLaughlin, whose column normally appears on The Tentacle every Wednesday, has extended his travels into the Internet void known as the interior of The Far East. So, for the present, his wi-fi connection has been disabled. However, we can expect several fascinating pieces about the wilds of interior Borneo – and what the people he encounters think about the “West” – when he returns to civilization.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Celebrate and Enjoy Next Week
Roy Meachum
It's easy to remember my first day on The Washington Post. It was January 20, 1953. Ike's first Inauguration found me as the Post copy boy assigned to carry the paper's chief photographer Arthur Ellis' camera equipment; news photogs still toted around Speed Graphics. I loved being an insider in the big event.
Missed Opportunities? Perhaps!
Farrell Keough
If you wake up tomorrow and go out to warm up your car before leaving for work – you could be facing a $60 fine and one point on your driving record. This is yet another sign of not actually thinking through an idea, and what unintended consequences are.
Monday, January 12, 2009
General Assembly Journal 2009 – Volume 2
Richard B. Weldon Jr.
You stand at the base of the impressive marble steps and gaze up at the Georgian-era brick edifice to state governance laid out before you. This building, the Maryland State House, has served as the home of the state legislature since 1772.
The Benefits of Bottoming Out
Steven R. Berryman
Not all progress is linear in nature. As in mountain climbing, sometimes one has to travel down to get up. A glacial valley can lead to a better summit trail.
Friday, January 9, 2009
Statue for George Wenschhof
Roy Meachum
Frederick and its citizens should erect a new statue on the City Hall lawn. George Wenschhof earned it.
Bumper Stickers Say It All
Joe Charlebois
In a recent survey (unofficial) of vehicles that travel the highways and byways from Washington to Pittsburgh over the past few months, it was noted that 99% of vehicles with a Democrat or left leaning bumper sticker did not have a United States flag flanking it with pride. That is, they did not have the United States flag emblazoned upon their tailgate, bumper or rear window.
Thursday, January 8, 2009
The Matt Millens of Our Economy
Tony Soltero
The Detroit Lions just set a new standard for futility in the NFL, having just wrapped up the first winless season by a team since the league went to a 16-game schedule 30 years ago.
New Year Wisdom
Patricia A. Kelly
It’s a New Year again. For me, that’s always time to reflect. There is so much wisdom in the world, and so much idiocy. This time, at the beginning, I’d like to focus on the wisdom.
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Pallywood – When Pictures Lie
Kevin E. Dayhoff
After Hamas, the terrorist organization that has controlled the Gaza Strip since June 2007, unilaterally broke a cease-fire on December 19 and resumed shelling southern Israel, Israeli warplanes sprang to Israel’s defense December 27 by attacking Hamas throughout Gaza. Hamas responded immediately with “Pallywood.”
Land Below The Wind
Tom McLaughlin
Santubong, Borneo – The Israeli incursion into Gaza has been met with indifference here in this Moslem land. The news has been buried in the second sections or on pages 14-15 in The Borneo Post, the local English language daily.
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Kingdom of Jerusalem Redux
Roy Meachum
Once there was a Christian Kingdom of Jerusalem. The men who founded it wore a huge cross from their shoulders down to their knees. Many did not always do Christian things. They judged the natives as infidels. They killed many. Random cruelties were allowable on those worthless. That was anybody who did not bow to the cross. They moved right in.
Dumbing Down Mathematics – Part 1
Nick Diaz
Since the 1980's, there have been substantial efforts nation wide to weaken mathematics education in America, and, unfortunately, these efforts have largely been successful.
Monday, January 5, 2009
This Shakeout Year
Steven R. Berryman
There is really nothing overtly negative about encountering an economic shakeout period such as the one we have entered. In fact, what we will discover this New Year is that long-term national prosperity for America herself depends on a boom and bust cycle.
20090114 This week in The Tentacle for Wednesday January 14 2009
Kevin Dayhoff www.kevindayhoff.net http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Barack Rhymes With Tupac
Kevin E. Dayhoff
Noticeable, yet relatively underreported in the scandal-filled rhetoric that passes for meaningful political commentary these days, is the passing of an historic era that will occur when President George W. Bush takes off in the presidential helicopter after President-elect Barack Obama takes the oath of office next week.
From The Desk of the Publisher:
John W. Ashbury
Tom McLaughlin, whose column normally appears on The Tentacle every Wednesday, has extended his travels into the Internet void known as the interior of The Far East. So, for the present, his wi-fi connection has been disabled. However, we can expect several fascinating pieces about the wilds of interior Borneo – and what the people he encounters think about the “West” – when he returns to civilization.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Celebrate and Enjoy Next Week
Roy Meachum
It's easy to remember my first day on The Washington Post. It was January 20, 1953. Ike's first Inauguration found me as the Post copy boy assigned to carry the paper's chief photographer Arthur Ellis' camera equipment; news photogs still toted around Speed Graphics. I loved being an insider in the big event.
Missed Opportunities? Perhaps!
Farrell Keough
If you wake up tomorrow and go out to warm up your car before leaving for work – you could be facing a $60 fine and one point on your driving record. This is yet another sign of not actually thinking through an idea, and what unintended consequences are.
Monday, January 12, 2009
General Assembly Journal 2009 – Volume 2
Richard B. Weldon Jr.
You stand at the base of the impressive marble steps and gaze up at the Georgian-era brick edifice to state governance laid out before you. This building, the Maryland State House, has served as the home of the state legislature since 1772.
The Benefits of Bottoming Out
Steven R. Berryman
Not all progress is linear in nature. As in mountain climbing, sometimes one has to travel down to get up. A glacial valley can lead to a better summit trail.
Friday, January 9, 2009
Statue for George Wenschhof
Roy Meachum
Frederick and its citizens should erect a new statue on the City Hall lawn. George Wenschhof earned it.
Bumper Stickers Say It All
Joe Charlebois
In a recent survey (unofficial) of vehicles that travel the highways and byways from Washington to Pittsburgh over the past few months, it was noted that 99% of vehicles with a Democrat or left leaning bumper sticker did not have a United States flag flanking it with pride. That is, they did not have the United States flag emblazoned upon their tailgate, bumper or rear window.
Thursday, January 8, 2009
The Matt Millens of Our Economy
Tony Soltero
The Detroit Lions just set a new standard for futility in the NFL, having just wrapped up the first winless season by a team since the league went to a 16-game schedule 30 years ago.
New Year Wisdom
Patricia A. Kelly
It’s a New Year again. For me, that’s always time to reflect. There is so much wisdom in the world, and so much idiocy. This time, at the beginning, I’d like to focus on the wisdom.
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Pallywood – When Pictures Lie
Kevin E. Dayhoff
After Hamas, the terrorist organization that has controlled the Gaza Strip since June 2007, unilaterally broke a cease-fire on December 19 and resumed shelling southern Israel, Israeli warplanes sprang to Israel’s defense December 27 by attacking Hamas throughout Gaza. Hamas responded immediately with “Pallywood.”
Land Below The Wind
Tom McLaughlin
Santubong, Borneo – The Israeli incursion into Gaza has been met with indifference here in this Moslem land. The news has been buried in the second sections or on pages 14-15 in The Borneo Post, the local English language daily.
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Kingdom of Jerusalem Redux
Roy Meachum
Once there was a Christian Kingdom of Jerusalem. The men who founded it wore a huge cross from their shoulders down to their knees. Many did not always do Christian things. They judged the natives as infidels. They killed many. Random cruelties were allowable on those worthless. That was anybody who did not bow to the cross. They moved right in.
Dumbing Down Mathematics – Part 1
Nick Diaz
Since the 1980's, there have been substantial efforts nation wide to weaken mathematics education in America, and, unfortunately, these efforts have largely been successful.
Monday, January 5, 2009
This Shakeout Year
Steven R. Berryman
There is really nothing overtly negative about encountering an economic shakeout period such as the one we have entered. In fact, what we will discover this New Year is that long-term national prosperity for America herself depends on a boom and bust cycle.
20090114 This week in The Tentacle for Wednesday January 14 2009
Kevin Dayhoff www.kevindayhoff.net http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/
The B*tch Went Nuts - Ben Folds
The B*tch Went Nuts - Ben Folds
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vV8BpuTfkAs
January 14, 2009
Hat Tip: Andrew Breitbart
OMG! I cranked it up to eleven.
20090114 The B*tch Wents Nuts Ben Folds
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vV8BpuTfkAs
January 14, 2009
Hat Tip: Andrew Breitbart
OMG! I cranked it up to eleven.
20090114 The B*tch Wents Nuts Ben Folds
Kevin Dayhoff www.kevindayhoff.net http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/
A connection of Biblical proportions and a few presidential pet projects
A connection of Biblical proportions and a few presidential pet projects
EAGLE ARCHIVE By Kevin Dayhoff Posted on www.explorecarroll.com 1/09/09
I'm excited about the upcoming inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama. It is quite a testimony to our great country to have overcome the yoke of history to see an African-American take a turn in the Oval Office.
I'm particularly curious about the Bible that Mr. Obama has decided to use for his swearing-in ceremony.
According to the New York Times politics blog, The Caucus, Obama "will be sworn into office with the same Bible that Abraham Lincoln used for his first inauguration in 1861."
The "move further extends the parallels that Mr. Obama has drawn with Lincoln since he announced his candidacy for president in February 2007 in Springfield, Ill."
I've been curious ever since I first became aware of Obama's preoccupation with President Abraham Lincoln. Of course, who would not want history to reflect upon one's term of office as well as that of President Lincoln?
However, students of presidential history are aware that of all presidents, Lincoln may have had some of the most difficult years in the White House.
His entire tenure was marked with incredible national challenge and personal tragedy. While Lincoln was in office, he may have had one of the worst approval ratings in history.
In David Elton Trueblood's masterful 1973 portrait of Lincoln, "Abraham Lincoln: Theologian of American Anguish," the low esteem in which he was judged was driven home immediately in chapter one:
"In an editorial The Baltimore Sun said, 'Had we any respect for Mr. Lincoln, official or personal, as a man, or as President-elect of the United States, his career and speeches on his way to the seat of government would have cruelly impaired it.'"
Carl Sandburg's encyclopedic history of President Lincoln calls to our attention that right before Lincoln's renomination for election for his second term, the New York Herald said he was "a joke incarnated, his election a very sorry joke, and the idea that such a man as he should be the President of such a country as this a very ridiculous joke."
Ay caramba. This is but a brief glimpse of the scorn heaped upon President Lincoln while he was in office.
Nevertheless, when history had time to reflect upon Lincoln's accomplishments, it was determined that he was one of our greatest presidents.
Go figure.
I hope that history shines as kindly on President Obama as it has on President Lincoln. I pray for his success.
Read the entire column here: A connection of Biblical proportions and a few presidential pet projects
20090109 SCE A connection of Biblical proportions presidential pets sceked
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EAGLE ARCHIVE By Kevin Dayhoff Posted on www.explorecarroll.com 1/09/09
I'm excited about the upcoming inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama. It is quite a testimony to our great country to have overcome the yoke of history to see an African-American take a turn in the Oval Office.
I'm particularly curious about the Bible that Mr. Obama has decided to use for his swearing-in ceremony.
According to the New York Times politics blog, The Caucus, Obama "will be sworn into office with the same Bible that Abraham Lincoln used for his first inauguration in 1861."
The "move further extends the parallels that Mr. Obama has drawn with Lincoln since he announced his candidacy for president in February 2007 in Springfield, Ill."
I've been curious ever since I first became aware of Obama's preoccupation with President Abraham Lincoln. Of course, who would not want history to reflect upon one's term of office as well as that of President Lincoln?
However, students of presidential history are aware that of all presidents, Lincoln may have had some of the most difficult years in the White House.
His entire tenure was marked with incredible national challenge and personal tragedy. While Lincoln was in office, he may have had one of the worst approval ratings in history.
In David Elton Trueblood's masterful 1973 portrait of Lincoln, "Abraham Lincoln: Theologian of American Anguish," the low esteem in which he was judged was driven home immediately in chapter one:
"In an editorial The Baltimore Sun said, 'Had we any respect for Mr. Lincoln, official or personal, as a man, or as President-elect of the United States, his career and speeches on his way to the seat of government would have cruelly impaired it.'"
Carl Sandburg's encyclopedic history of President Lincoln calls to our attention that right before Lincoln's renomination for election for his second term, the New York Herald said he was "a joke incarnated, his election a very sorry joke, and the idea that such a man as he should be the President of such a country as this a very ridiculous joke."
Ay caramba. This is but a brief glimpse of the scorn heaped upon President Lincoln while he was in office.
Nevertheless, when history had time to reflect upon Lincoln's accomplishments, it was determined that he was one of our greatest presidents.
Go figure.
I hope that history shines as kindly on President Obama as it has on President Lincoln. I pray for his success.
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Westminster Eagle: There is no such thing as a simpler time
Westminster Eagle: There is no such thing as a simpler time
Kevin Dayhoff
Posted on www.explorecarroll.com 1/07/09
It's the first week of 2009 and, by now, most of us are back to work with the extra pounds of the holidays and the memories of 2008, and we're beginning to focus upon the challenges of 2009.
At gatherings I attended during the holidays, much of the conversation concerned the state of the economy.
On several occasions I heard folks yearning for "simpler days." To which I cringe. The concept of the "simpler days of yesteryear" is a myth perpetuated by the historically uninformed to make a point that we've somehow gone astray.
In the past several years, I have lamented over how the "Internet Age" has resulted in revisionist history obtusely retold in today's context in order to perpetuate a particular political agenda.
Pick a time of economic chaos in history. Or a time of war or great social change. Pick a year, any year, and an accurate portrayal of history will put into context immense challenges and how our nation successfully came together to face those challenges.
To be certain, it wasn't always pretty. However, as any of the great folks who have gone before us will tell you, there was nothing simple about overcoming the challenges of any day.
For whatever reason, in the middle of suffering through one of those soliloquies about how days gone by were simpler, my thoughts drifted to 1942.
It was less than a month after the bombing of Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941, that the dawn of the New Year in 1942 witnessed Carroll County engaged in the work of helping with the war effort.
According to "From Our Front Porch," a history of Carroll County in the 1900s by Jim Lee, "As the new year arrived, Carroll stepped up its efforts to prepare for potential enemy invasions. ... In Westminster, a blackout rehearsal (had taken place) on Dec. 12, at 9 p.m. Following that, a meeting of all county Civil Defense personnel was called for 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Westminster Firemen's Building."
As part of the efforts to protect Carroll County from the enemy, members of the Civil Defense units would work shifts "at an air raid lookout post" looking for enemy aircraft flying over the county.
Another local defense initiative saw "more than 1,100 Carroll countians signed up as Minute Men.
"The men wore a determined expression that boded no good for any invaders in Carroll County... Crack riflemen" were among the accumulated defensemen. "One man is keeping his fox hounds in excellent condition (to help) lookout for parachutists ..."
The book also reports that, "in February (1942) the City of Westminster informed residents it would provide sand to homes that could be used to extinguish fires from incendiary bombs."
Carroll County was not bombed or attacked, and by today's standards some of the events of the dawn of 1942 may seem silly for those predisposed to analyze history with a 20/20 hindsight sense of false superiority.
As we look forward to 2009, our own challenges seem overwhelming.
However, by rolling up our sleeves and applying a good dose of common sense, we will rise to the occasion ... just as we have in the past.
One can be sure that our efforts to overcome the challenges will not always be pretty, but we'll get there. It's in our heritage.
Kevin Dayhoff writes from Westminster. E-mail him at kdayhoff AT carr.org.
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Kevin Dayhoff
Posted on www.explorecarroll.com 1/07/09
It's the first week of 2009 and, by now, most of us are back to work with the extra pounds of the holidays and the memories of 2008, and we're beginning to focus upon the challenges of 2009.
At gatherings I attended during the holidays, much of the conversation concerned the state of the economy.
On several occasions I heard folks yearning for "simpler days." To which I cringe. The concept of the "simpler days of yesteryear" is a myth perpetuated by the historically uninformed to make a point that we've somehow gone astray.
In the past several years, I have lamented over how the "Internet Age" has resulted in revisionist history obtusely retold in today's context in order to perpetuate a particular political agenda.
Pick a time of economic chaos in history. Or a time of war or great social change. Pick a year, any year, and an accurate portrayal of history will put into context immense challenges and how our nation successfully came together to face those challenges.
To be certain, it wasn't always pretty. However, as any of the great folks who have gone before us will tell you, there was nothing simple about overcoming the challenges of any day.
For whatever reason, in the middle of suffering through one of those soliloquies about how days gone by were simpler, my thoughts drifted to 1942.
It was less than a month after the bombing of Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941, that the dawn of the New Year in 1942 witnessed Carroll County engaged in the work of helping with the war effort.
According to "From Our Front Porch," a history of Carroll County in the 1900s by Jim Lee, "As the new year arrived, Carroll stepped up its efforts to prepare for potential enemy invasions. ... In Westminster, a blackout rehearsal (had taken place) on Dec. 12, at 9 p.m. Following that, a meeting of all county Civil Defense personnel was called for 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Westminster Firemen's Building."
As part of the efforts to protect Carroll County from the enemy, members of the Civil Defense units would work shifts "at an air raid lookout post" looking for enemy aircraft flying over the county.
Another local defense initiative saw "more than 1,100 Carroll countians signed up as Minute Men.
"The men wore a determined expression that boded no good for any invaders in Carroll County... Crack riflemen" were among the accumulated defensemen. "One man is keeping his fox hounds in excellent condition (to help) lookout for parachutists ..."
The book also reports that, "in February (1942) the City of Westminster informed residents it would provide sand to homes that could be used to extinguish fires from incendiary bombs."
Carroll County was not bombed or attacked, and by today's standards some of the events of the dawn of 1942 may seem silly for those predisposed to analyze history with a 20/20 hindsight sense of false superiority.
As we look forward to 2009, our own challenges seem overwhelming.
However, by rolling up our sleeves and applying a good dose of common sense, we will rise to the occasion ... just as we have in the past.
One can be sure that our efforts to overcome the challenges will not always be pretty, but we'll get there. It's in our heritage.
Kevin Dayhoff writes from Westminster. E-mail him at kdayhoff AT carr.org.
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Happy New Year. It is not happenstance that the month of January was named for the Roman god, Janus, who is pictured with two heads....
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Tonight's the night when all good little boys and girls go to bed and lay awake listening for Santa Claus. Last week I had the opportunity...
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Westminster certainly loves to pull out all the stops for the holiday season. This year is certainly no exception. The weekend after Thanksgiving featured the...
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The UN school headmaster in Gaza was a Hamas bombmaker
The UN school headmaster in Gaza was a Hamas bombmaker
Samuel J. Scott
January 11, 2009
My Teacher, My Bombmaker
RISHON LEZION, Israel — Remember how Israel bombed, with justification, a United Nations school in the Gaza Strip? Well, as it turns out, the headmaster was a Hamas bombmaker.
He also taught science, of course.
Written by Sam Scott
11 January 2009 at 11:04 am
Posted in Anti-Semitism, Islam, Israel, Palestine, Politics, Religion, The Middle East, War, War on Terror
Hamas’ War Crimes
If you think that Israel is committing war crimes and holds responsibility for the deaths of many civilians, read this.
Written by Sam Scott
11 January 2009 at 10:48 am
Posted in Anti-Semitism, Civil Liberties, Europe, Islam, Israel, Journalism, Judaism, Law, Palestine, Politics, Religion, The Middle East, War, War on Terror
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Samuel J. Scott
January 11, 2009
My Teacher, My Bombmaker
RISHON LEZION, Israel — Remember how Israel bombed, with justification, a United Nations school in the Gaza Strip? Well, as it turns out, the headmaster was a Hamas bombmaker.
He also taught science, of course.
Written by Sam Scott
11 January 2009 at 11:04 am
Posted in Anti-Semitism, Islam, Israel, Palestine, Politics, Religion, The Middle East, War, War on Terror
Hamas’ War Crimes
If you think that Israel is committing war crimes and holds responsibility for the deaths of many civilians, read this.
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Main Street Westminster, Maryland Tuesday, January 13, 2009
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Traveling east on Westminster’s Main Street at 5 PM. To the right is the Westminster branch of the Carroll County Public Library.
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Samuel J Scott: The Zohar
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The Zohar (1:1b) January 13, 2009
An ongoing series
[I recently purchased the new, English translation of the Zohar, the book that laid the foundation for Jewish mystical thought and the Kabbalah. It is the most important book in Judaism after the Bible and the Talmud. As I go through the Zohar, I will be publishing excerpts here for any readers who may be interested in addition to my series of commentaries on each week's Torah portion.]
Read his entire post here: The Zohar (1:1b)
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The Zohar (1:1b) January 13, 2009
An ongoing series
[I recently purchased the new, English translation of the Zohar, the book that laid the foundation for Jewish mystical thought and the Kabbalah. It is the most important book in Judaism after the Bible and the Talmud. As I go through the Zohar, I will be publishing excerpts here for any readers who may be interested in addition to my series of commentaries on each week's Torah portion.]
Read his entire post here: The Zohar (1:1b)
http://samueljscott.wordpress.com/2009/01/13/the-zohar-11b/
20090113 Samuel J Scott The Zohar
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Minutes of the City of Westminster Council Meeting for December 8 2008
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Minutes of City of Westminster Council Meeting
December 8, 2008
A meeting of The Mayor and Common Council was held in the John Street Quarters of the Westminster Fire Company, 28 John Street, Westminster, Maryland, on the evening of December 8, 2008 at 7:00 P.M. President Pro Tem Albert; Mayor Ferguson; Council Members Wack, Pecoraro, and Utz; City Administrator Wolf; Director of Planning, Zoning, and Development Beyard; Recreation and Parks Director Schroers; Director of Public Works Glass; City Treasurer Unger; Major Stevens; City Attorney Walsh; and City Clerk Taylor were present. Council President Chiavacci and Chief Spaulding were excused from attending.
Mayor Ferguson made the following statement:
THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL HAD SCHEDULED A PUBLIC HEARING TONIGHT ON TWO PROPOSED ORDINANCES, ORDINANCE NOS. 796 AND 797. THESE ORDINANCES DEAL WITH PROPOSED ADJUSTMENTS IN SEWER CHARGES AND WATER RATES FOR METERED SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE CITY TO USERS WITHIN THE CITY AND IN SURROUNDING AREAS OF THE COUNTY. UNFORTUNATELY, THAT HEARING WILL NOT BE CONDUCTED TONIGHT AND NO TESTIMONY WILL BE RECEIVED. A NEW HEARING DATE WILL BE SCHEDULED FOR EARLY NEXT YEAR.
IN PREPARATION FOR THE SCHEDULED HEARING, STAFF HAS DETERMINED THAT CERTAIN ADJUSTMENTS AND CLARIFICATIONS WILL HAVE TO BE MADE TO THE RATE CONVERSION MODEL WHICH THE CITY DEVELOPED IN CONJUNCTION WITH ITS EXPERTS, THE MUNICIPAL AND FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP. AS A RESULT, IT WILL BE NECESSARY TO REVISE AND ADJUST THE RATES AND CHARGES PRESENTLY PROPOSED IN 796 AND 797. INDEED, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT AFTER FURTHER REVIEW, NEW ORDINANCES WILL BE PREPARED. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE TO ANYONE WHO HAS TAKEN THE TIME AND EFFORT TO APPEAR HERE TONIGHT. STAFF IS PASSING AROUND A SIGN-UP SHEET SO THAT ANYONE WHO WISHES TO BE NOTIFIED OF THE UPCOMING HEARING CAN BE NOTIFIED.
WE ARE SURE THAT YOU CAN APPRECIATE THAT THE CITY WISHES TO TAKE THE TIME AND EFFORT NECESSARY TO INSURE THAT ANY NEW RATES AND CHARGES WILL BE DEVELOPED WITH GREAT CARE AND ATTENTION.
YOUR PATIENCE AND ATTENTION TO THIS MATTER IS APPRECIATED.
ANYONE WHO WISHES TO LEAVE NOW INSTEAD OF STAYING FOR THE REMAINING PORTION OF THE MEETING IS WELCOME TO DO SO. THANK YOU.
Mr. Schroers introduced Fallfest Board member Lori Graham, who presented checks from the proceeds of the 2008 Fallfest to the following charities: the Rape Crisis Center, the Mission of Mercy, the Carroll County Youth Services Bureau, and the Westminster Lions Club.
Greater Westminster Development Corporation members Toni Pomeroy and Lyndi McNulty presented awards to several participants in the 2008 Holiday Parade. The winners were the Wish Group for best float; Gizmos Old Ford Pickup for best vehicle; Mason Dixon Bernese Mountain Dogs for best animal entry; Westminster Ridge’s float for “Just for Fun;” Boys and Girls Club for best children’s entry; and North Carroll Community School for the Committee’s Choice Award. Honorable Mentions were awarded to Silvia’s Acorn, the Monumental Drum and Fife Corps, and Harry’s Main Street Grille.
MINUTES:
Mr. Utz moved to approve the minutes of the November 24, 2008 meeting. Mr. Pecoraro seconded and the Motion passed unanimously.
REPORTS FROM THE MAYOR:
Mayor Ferguson reported on the success of the recent Holiday House Tour, which featured 14 residences and two buildings at McDaniel College. properties. He thanked Historic Planner Tim Rogers, the Streets Department staff, and all who worked on the tour. Mrs. Albert commented that some of the proceeds would be used to repair and refurbish the City Clock.
REPORTS FROM STANDING COMMITTEES:
Mr. Pecoraro announced that the Tri-Street Area Committee would meet the next evening. The meeting would focus on traffic issues. He noted that the Committee would meet again in January to adopt recommendations.
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS:
Mr. Pecoraro moved to suspend the Rules of Order and Procedure to introduce and adopt Ordinances 798 (Modifications to General Fee Ordinance) and 799 (Peddlers’ and Solicitors’ Fees). Mr. Utz seconded and the Motion passed unanimously. Mr. Beyard summarized the two Ordinances, which follow up on recently adopted Ordinances 791 – 795 concerning City fees. Upon Motion of Mr. Pecoraro, seconded by Mr. Utz and unanimously passed, Ordinances 798 and 799 were adopted. Mr. Pecoraro complimented staff on the great amount of work they put into the group of Ordinances.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Mr. Schroers presented a revised version of the Commitment of Intent with the Fallfest Committee concerning the City concession stand/community building. He advised that a new provision allows the City to occupy the building in times of need and that the Fallfest Committee has approved the provision. Mr. Pecoraro made a Motion to approved the agreement. Dr. Wack seconded and the Motion passed unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS:
Mr. Beyard summarized proposed Good Cause Waiver No. GCW08-4, which would allow connection to the City water system of the dwelling at 110 North Cranberry Road. It was determined by the Carroll County Health Department that the existing well has become contaminated. Mr. Pecoraro moved to approve the Waiver. Dr. Wack seconded and that Motion passed unanimously.
Dr. Wack moved to cancel the December 22, 2008 meeting due to the holidays. Mr. Pecoraro seconded and the Motion passed unanimously.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS:
Ms. Wolf reported that she attended the recent Maryland Municipal Carroll County Chapter dinner and also a Maryland Managers meeting at which the problematic state of the economy was discussed.
Major Stevens reported on the coordination with the Sheriff’s Office of holiday patrols.
Mr. Unger briefly reported on the status of the audit.
Mr. Schroers thanked Ms. Graham and Ms. McNulty for all of their work on the holiday events. He also noted that the City Skate Park ramps are 90% complete.
Mr. Glass announced that the final pipe for the Medford Quarry Pipeline had been laid that day. He further announced that testing on the new Water Treatment Plant was completed successfully and that the plant would start operating 4-6 hours per day at first.
President and Chief Executive Officer of the Westminster Fire Company Dan Plunkert reported that the Fire Company would host a breakfast for the public with Santa Claus on December 20, 2008. He added that tickets for the Company’s May raffle are now available.
CITIZEN COMMENTS:
Greater Westminster Development Corporation Board member and City resident Lori Graham thanked the Police Department for inviting her to participate in the recent “Shop with a Cop” day.
County resident Beatrice Wolfe thanked the Fire Company for assisting her during a stroke in February 2008.
Ms. McNulty thanked everyone who helped with the Holiday Parade.
President Pro Tem Albert adjourned the meeting at 8:02 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Laurell E. Taylor
City Clerk
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20081208 Minutes of the City of Westminster Council Meeting for December 8 2008
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