Thurmont to be Recognized As “Banner City/Town”

Thurmont was recognized as a Banner City/Town by the Maryland Municipal League (MML) during the convention on June 28, 2016. MML Director of Member Relations Paula Chase Hyman notified Thurmont Chief Administrative Officer Jim Humerick of the news on May 31, 2016. The Banner City/Town accreditation is awarded to towns and cities that meet stringent goals and objectives, including staff training, participation in Municipal Government Works Month activities, community outreach, and elected officials’ support and participation in MML activities. In the notification, Chase Hyman stated, “Each of you represents an ambassadorship which spreads the word on League resources specially designed to help you be the most effective local leader that you can be. We salute you!” Thurmont hosted several events and activities during the past year, including a Municipal Open House with equipment on display from the Public Works Department and the Thurmont Police Department. Mayor John Kinnaird also visited the Thurmont Elementary School and spoke about local government with the students.