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4 . the catoctin banner . September 2009 Emmitsburg August Town elections are being held this year for two Commissioner positions that are currently held by Commissioner’s Rosensteel and Sweeney. Rosensteel and Sweeney are both running for re-election. Two other candidates are also running for the Commissioner slots: Carolyn Miller and Tim O’Donnell. The last day to register to vote is September 3. Emmitsburg Election Day is September 29 at 22 East Main Street. You can vote between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. The Town needs election Judges to help with the election. Judges must be eligible (person is a registered and qualified voter who is not currently holding office or a candidate for office). If you are eligible and can help on Election Day, please call the Mayor at 301-600-6300. Emmitsburg Town Officials welcomed the new Principal of Emmitsburg Elementary School, Kathy Golightly. Principal Golightly graciously thanked the town officials and welcomed all to visit the school. She stated that Emmitsburg would be focusing on Math this coming year. Emmitsburg School was lucky enough to receive Federal stimulus money via the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act (ARRA) that will be used for additional personnel and resources. David Haller and Sue Cipperly asked the Commissioners to take a vote on accepting/adopting the Draft Comprehensive Plan as the official Town Council’s plan and to make it public for comment. The Commissioners voted unanimously in favor of the adoption. Corporal Grunwell reported that the deputies were able to make arrests in the case of a continuing series of bicycle thefts. He also reported that a few citizens had reported having items stolen out of their unlocked cars within the town. Corporal Grunwell also claimed that, although he didn’t win, he had the best barbeque chicken at the Mayor’s barbeque contest and vowed to win next time. Commissioner Staiger encouraged citizens to submit questions or concerns in writing to the town officials because it is helpful to track and log concerns and helps maintain an open process between town government and its citizens. Also, a reminder from the Commissioners and Police. Please be mindful for the safety of the school children that are boarding school buses now that school is back in session. For more information, log on to www.emmitsburgmd.gov. Thurmont lions Call for local list of Military Personnel Currently in Service HOME IMPROVEMENT SPECIALISTS by Michele Cuseo Thurmont August The Town of Thurmont election for Mayor and two Commissioners will be held on October 5, at the Fireman’s Activity Building in Thurmont from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Mayor Martin Burns is running unopposed for reelection. Wayne Hooper and Ron Terpko are running for re-election for Commissioner seats. One new candidate, John Bean, is also running for Commissioner. More information about the candidates can be found on the Town of Thurmont website, www.townofthurmontmd.com The Town of Thurmont donated $10,000 to the Thurmont Community Ambulance. The Ambulance members thanked the town and stated that the funds will be earmarked to help purchase a new ambulance. Town officials then voted, unanimously in favor, to add an additional $1000 to the donation. Mayor Burns commented that the town considers this donation one of the best investments to benefit the community. The Ambulance members want to remind the public that the upcoming Colorfest is the biggest fundraiser for the Fire and Ambulance crews of Thurmont and Licensed MHIC Lic. #10982 & Insured Since 1978 encourage their support. A list of military personnel currently serving overseas is being developed. If Ordinance Review Highlights: you live in the Catoctin Feeder School District and have a loved one serving 1) Drinking in Parks: Discussion overseas, please provide the following information no later than September 11: among the Commissioners and Name/rank of loved one; Armed “When Forces you think Division of your to which home they think are of assigned; us” Mr. Oland (Ordinance Officer) current address of loved one (packages will be sent in early November); your ALL TYPES OF HOME IMPROVEMENTS centered on whether they should name, phone number and/or email address at which YOU can be contacted for continue to ban drinking alcohol in more information as well as �� your relationship to the individual. the town parks. Currently there is Please provide the information no later than September 11 by calling or �� a $50 fine for drinking in the park emailing Susan Favorite (240-409-1747 or skfavorite@comcast.net) or Shirley �� and Mr. Oland had recommended Long (301-898-7004 or slong95@comcast.net). �� increasing the fine to $100. Some �� Commissioners stated that they �� Check the Calendar 301-271-4850 Serving Frederick County & Surrounding Areas Be sure to check the calendar on page 27 for Bingos, breakfasts, dinners, programs, benefits and other events of interest. R.L. Delphey �� 301-271-4850 MHIC Lic. #10982 Since 1978 Licensed & Insured $385,000 1.37 Acres D i r e c t 301-271-2787 $269,000 Stoney Parkway In-ground Pool! $325,000 town hall reports 14.3 Acre Farmette SOLD! 3 Level Townhome!!! Overlooks the Park! Local Lots For Sale 3+ acre wooded perked w/well $225,000 Town Lot - $67,500 10+ acre wooded, perked - $179,900 NEW LISTING $450,000 2.5 Acre Colonial thought it would be OK to have a beer or share a bottle of wine on a picnic in the park. Their main concern was with drunk and disorderly conduct-not the act of drinking itself. The Mayor asked Mr. Oland to find out what the police chief’s opinion would be on this matter. After conferring with the police, Mr. Oland will report back to the town officials with a pro or con on the matter and a rationale to back up the decision. 2) Colorfest: Colorfest President, Carol Robertson, spoke at the town hall to lodge a complaint about “Roaming” vendors at Colorfest events. She mentioned a traveling musician that showed up at the Colorfest last year and wanted to know if someone like that could be removed from the Fest. Commissioners were hesitant to actually remove someone from the Fest. However, Commissioners mentioned that other roaming vendors such as the balloon sellers and someone last year selling toy guns that looked like real guns were also objectionable. The town officials agreed that any roaming vendors should still have a permit to be conducting business at Colorfest. The town wants to be able to identify these roaming vendors and restrict their movement within the Water Street and Frederick Street areas as well as limit any objectionable items for sale (i.e. the real looking toy guns). For more information call the town office at 301-271-7313 or visit www.Thurmont.com $389,000 Summit Ave. $249,900 Rocky Ridge Rd. Office 301-695-5500 NEW LISTING $220,000 CONVENIENT CONDO!!! Call Peggy for details!
Congratulations! Hidden Object Game Winner The Catoctin Banner’s winner of the August issue’s Hidden Object Game is Jeanne Davis. The Hidden Object was a beachball that was perched on top of the barber pole in Gary the Barber’s advertisement on page 10. I thought I was sneaky with that one, but well over 100 of you found it. Jeanne wins a $25 gift certificate to the advertiser of choice from the August issue. This month’s Hidden Object is a horseshoe. If you find the hidden object, plase call 301-271-4226 to leave a message or email news@thecatoctinbanner. com Don’t forget to leave your name and number. Thurmont Academy of Self Defense Hosted Seminar Thurmont Academy of Self Defense hosted their 9th Annual JiuJitsu Seminar on Saturday, August 22 at their studio at 202C East Main Street in Thurmont. Teachers and students of Dr. Moses Powell, founder of Sanuces Ryu JiuJitsu, were invited to come and learn and teach what they know. Schools from Virginia, DC Mountainside Farm LLC Mowing & Trimming Black Mulch Leaf Compost (Call for delivery/pick-up) GM King shows a hold on Sensui Kalel. 15038 Kelbaugh Rd, Thurmont 301-271-7563 GUY T. RILEY HOME IMPROVEMENTS All Types of Home Improvement Photo by Carie Stafford Pennsyvania, North Carolina and Ohio were present to show what they have learned and to teach it to others in attendance. Each teacher, Sensei, has a different flavor and style on how they present the different defense moves and to pass it on to another is a great honor. Dr. Moses Powell believed in survival through simplicity. If it is easier for a person to understand and remember the moves, then he or she will be better at defending themselves against an attack. He was not a proponent of fighting for the entertainment value. As Grand Master Darryl King stated, “You adapt the moves to what you know.” Having grown up in SE DC, GM King started learning the art of Sanuces Ryu Jujitsu 20 years ago. “I needed something that was going to allow me to defend myself if needed, but I also like to grace, respect and the history behind the art itself.” “I enjoy teaching and encourage people to try it. They will be surprised how easy it is.” To learn more about Dr. Moses Powell, the founder of Sanuces Ryu JiuJitsu: http://www.usadojo.com/biographies/moses-powell.htm or stop by the Thurmont Academy of Self Defense for a free two week trial to see if you are as impressed as many others are of the old Japanese art. National Dog Week, September 20-26 Bob Cat Services • Light Hauling 301-271-4812 Fully Insured • MHIC # 67036 The Town of Emmitsburg ended the summer with a bang on Friday, August 21 with a Family Swim Party. Threatening weather did not spoil the enthusiasm of the party. Those who attended shared table space under the pavilion due to the pending threat of rain. Children of all ages staked their space under the pavilion with their belongings and quickly jumped into the pool. There were parents playing with toddlers in the shallow end and a never-ending line at the diving board where kids made a splash while performing cannon balls, pencil dives, flips and even some belly flops. A moon bounce provided by Life Horse’s, Joe Topper, kept kids hopping while music by Classic Affairs D.J.’s. lended a rhythm to the celebration. Mayor Jim Hoover was on hand to help oversee the night’s events and enjoy the water frolics exhibited by the largest crowd of attendees in five years. Mayor Hoover said, “I am pleased to see so many September 2009 . the catoctin banner . 5 news briefs Emmitsburg Pool Party a Big Splash families taking advantage of a great, affordable family evening in their own back yard.” Although thunder cracked and everyone had to exit the pool, the rain came with mild lightning. Those who waited out the storm were granted a breathtaking vision of a double arching rainbow Photo by Carie Stafford Angela Lawson and Meagan Gallagher are served food by Dianna Hoover and Amy Naill during the Town of Emmitsburg’s Family Pool Party on August 21. Did you know people have been worshipping at Harriet Chapel for over 175 years? Has it been that long since you attended church? It’s time to come back! You can find the peace, comfort and joy you seek at Harriet Chapel, a friendly, Episcopal Church just 3 miles south of Thurmont. Come Home to Harriet Chapel! Harriet Chapel, Catoctin Episcopal Parish 12625 Catoctin Furnace Road, Thurmont Services Every Sunday at 8AM & 10:30AM 301-271-4554 www.harrietchapel.com that seemed to land at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. When the storm had safely passed, the all-clear was given and the pool was once again full of laughing and yelling children and parents. The party cost only $1.00 per person to attend with food and drinks provided and hours of fun for a cheerful end to summer with school starting on Monday. Special thanks to Jubilee who donated the paper products and hotdogs, McDonalds who donated the hamburgers and cheeseburgers, the Carriage House who prepared the hot dogs and provided the lemonade, Life Horse and Classic Affairs D.J. Service.
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