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F r o m the M a y o r for the Thurmont Board of F r o m the M a y o r Sheriff Chuck Jenkins in attendance.
Thurmont Commissioner (BOC) meetings. We Emmitsburg The congressman likes to hike, so I
will resume our regular Tuesday think he will be coming up our way
Mayor John Kinnaird evening meeting on August 1 at 7:00 Mayor Don Briggs again (and soon).
p.m. Regular BOC meetings are Congratulations to Vigilant Hose
Summer is here and, with it, the open to the public; you are welcome Once again, thank you to the Comapany No. 6 volunteer firefighter
hot and humid weather. Please be to attend and to participate in public Community Heritage Day organizers, Elyssa Cool on being awarded
careful while outdoors and be sure comment during discussions or at vendors, entertainers, and town staff the 2016 Silver Spring Trophy by
to keep hydrated and pace yourself the close of the meetings. for their behind-the-scenes support. Maryland State Firemen’s Association
while working. Also, keep an eye Finally, a comment about The event continues to grow bigger (MSFA). The MSFA presented the
out for your elderly neighbors and Thurmont Little League (TLL). and better every year. The fireworks award on behalf of the sponsor, Silver
offer assistance when needed. Unless you have been living in a show was fantastic. Spring Volunteer Fire Department,
The Thurmont Fun Fest is cave, you must know about the Thank you to the town Parks Inc. It is presented each year at the
coming on August 5, 2017, to TLL teams playing in the Little and Recreation Committee for a MSFA Annual Convention to an
the Eyler Road Park, hosted by League playoffs. The 9-11 TLL wonderful, well attended “Evening individual who does the most in fire
the Town of Thurmont and CYA All Stars team took the District 2 in the Park” on July 15. Magician prevention for his/her community.
Football and Cheer Teams. The day Championships and are currently Michael Cantori left a lot of us Elyssa received an individual plaque
starts at 11:00 a.m. and features a playing for the State 9-11 gasping. Everyone should visit his for permanent possession and will
full day of fun and games, including Championships. The Thurmont store on West Main Street, near hold the trophy for one year and then
Punt Pass and Kick Competition, Little League 11-12 All Stars the Square. Following his show, pass it on. The award is administered
games, food, giveaways, volleyball, won the District 2 Championship hot dogs, refreshments, and other by MSFA Fire Prevention Committee
NFL cheerleaders, vendors, fire/ and went on to clench the State entertainment filled the evening and Maryland State Fire Marshal’s
EMS demonstrations, Police K-9 11-12 Championship. The 11- schedule. Office. Thank you, Elyssa, for your
demonstration, car seat inspections, 12 Champs are now going to Thank you to Sherry Waselchalk, service to our community. For more:
bike rodeo, pet-friendly activities, play in the Regional Playoffs in the Maryland State Highway project Link on the MSFA Website - http://
music, and more. Bring the kids Bristol, Connecticut, with the manager, for the bridge replacement; www.msfa.org/content/annual/
and your dog for a fun day at Eyler series beginning on August 5. The also the Square revitalization and SilverSpringTrophy.cfm.
Road Park! Regional Playoffs will be broadcast sidewalk projects. We were supposed From what we already know
This past weekend, I attended on ESPN3, and if they move onto to have the Square closed for three and have felt, but only mused as to
the Fun Fair at the Thurmont the World Series games, you will days and nights, but the work was why: (from the Wall Street Journal
Regional Library. The day was be able to watch on ESPN. That completed in one evening. Jan. 17, 2016) bacon prices are up
full of educational fun and games two of the Thurmont Little League There are a lot of projects and up 80 percent. Nationwide, we
for everyone. Outside, there were teams have moved through the happening around town, so here are bought 14 percent more bacon in
town trucks and a Guardian Hose District 2 playoffs, and on to the some updates and estimated dates of 2016 then 2013. No longer only for
Company Brush Truck to look at. State playoffs, speaks volumes of completion (EDC): BLTs and breakfast sides, bacon is
There also was an amazing soap the quality of the Little League Pool: Building permit received. now a standard in a salad mix, as a
bubble demonstration. Inside program, the determination and Hold up: resubmitted plans for sprinkling on a cup of soup, or piled
activities included games, Cuddles sportsmanship of the players, the underwater lighting. Now waiting for regularly on burgers. Move over
Cat Rescue with kittens, the dedication of the coaching staff, Frederick County Health Department salmon. The price to wholesalers
National Park Service with wild and encouragement and support of approvals. EDC: May 2018 (to be for pork bellies has risen to $2.10
animal pets, service dogs, a very the team families! Please be sure to open for next summer season). per pound. Bacon is becoming more
friendly Alpaca, and many other fun congratulate both All-Star teams and Dog park: Site behind tennis/ of a specialty food item. Look for
displays and activities. If you didn’t support their journey through States basketball court is cleared. We have thinner strips and/or higher prices in
manage to get there this year, be and Regional play. Both teams will applied for a second grant to cover restaurants.
sure to attend next year’s event. My be holding fundraisers to help cover costs. Bidding going out for fencing. Summer reading suggestion:
thanks to the Thurmont Regional the costs of attending the playoff EDC: June 2018. History of My Own Times with a
Library and staff for supporting games, and they will appreciate any Square revitalization and subtitle, The Life And Adventures
our community by offering a wide help we can provide. downtown sidewalk project. EDC: of William Otter, Sen. Comprising
range of interesting and educational If you have questions, concerns, June 2018. Trees to be replaced at a Series of Events, And Musical
activities for children and adults. or comments, I can be reached at locations approved by (fronting) Incidents Altogether Original,
The month of July typically 301-606-9458 or at jkinnaird@ home owners. Different tree varieties, Emmitsburg 1835, written by
serves as a break in the schedule thurmont.com. all with no fruit droppings. William Otter, an English emigrant.
Flat Run bridge: delicate work Emmitsburg is spelled several ways
Reference our Calendar on pages 46 & 47 to find events of interest. around creek bed. EDC: Fall 2018. including “Emmitsburgh” and
The town was awarded $221,907 “Emmettsburg.”It’s a very interesting
from a FY2018 Energy-Water read.
Infrastructure Program (EWIP) grant The third and final “pool party” in
through Maryland Department of the Community Park will be held Friday
Environment. The grant funds will August 18, from 6-8 p.m., featuring
be used to replace the pumps at the hot dogs, drinks, Rita’s Italian Ice, DJ
Creamery Road Pump Station with music, and games. Start the weekend
two energy efficient pumps, a new off in the park.
generator, flow meter, and circulator. “Back to School Day” will be held
The equipment could save the town on Saturday, August 5, from 12:00-
$6,007 annually in electricity costs. 3:00 p.m., and will feature school
We are in the process of applying supplies, lots of food, games, and
for $100,000 +/- grant for a field for entertainment. Sponsored by Christ’s
soccer, lacrosse, and rugby. Community Church.
I had the pleasure to introduce Groundbreaking for the new Seton
new Congressman, James Raskin, at a Center is August 18 at 3:00 p.m.,
recent meet and greet in Emmitsburg. off E. Lincoln Avenue, west of the
It was good to have Frederick County Mother Seton School.
Council Member Kirby Delauter and This is a great place to live.
