Commissioners Ask Residents To "Take 10" In 2010
Commissioners Ask Residents To “Take 10” In 2010
Mar. 18, 2010
As the 2010 Census draws near, Garrett County government is partnering with the U.S. Census Bureau to encourage everyone to complete and mail back their census forms.
“Participation is important to the future our community,” said a county spokesperson.
As a result, the Board of Garrett County Commissioners is issuing a challenge to everyone living in the county to “take 10” and beat the area’s mail participation rate from the 2000 Census.
“Taking 10 minutes to complete and mail a census form is the easiest and most efficient method of participate in the 2010 Census,” said the spokesperson. “For each census form returned by mail, the Census Bureau saves $60 to $70, or about $85 million for every 1 percent increase in mail participation.”
As mandated by the U.S. Constitution, everyone in the United States must be counted in the census. This includes people of all ages, races, and ethnic groups – citizens and noncitizens.
Conducted every 10 years, the census is more than just a population count.
“The 2010 Census will present a new portrait of America, showing us how our nation has changed in the past decade, and helping to determine what our communities need for the next 10 years,” the spokesperson said.
Census data provide numerous benefits to the people of this nation and the places we live. For example:
•Census data are used to reapportion seats in Congress and ensure proper district representation in state and local governments.
•Every year, the federal government distributes more than $400 billion to tribal, state, and local governments based on census data.
•Information from the census helps determine locations for childcare and senior centers, new roads, hospitals, schools, and community centers.
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Work Progressing On Garrett County Trade/Exhibit Hall
Work Progressing On Garrett County Trade/Exhibit Hall
Mar. 18, 2010
Now that spring-like weather is finally here, work can continue on the 30,000-square-foot Trade Center/Exhibit Hall at the Garrett County Fairgrounds in McHenry. A ground-breaking ceremony was held in September, signaling the formal start of the construction.
Following a lengthy planning and bid process, Callas Construction of Hagerstown was awarded the contract valued at $2.9 million.
The building is designed to accommodate a wide range of events, including commercial exhibits, entertainment acts, school and civic related functions, weddings, fundraisers, auctions, and more.
The building includes office space and a commercial kitchen in addition to a platform for performing groups. The facility is projected to accommodate seating for 4,000+ people.
Shelley Missimer of Lakeside Architecture Inc. is serving as the principal designer for the project.
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Garrett County Delegation Working Toward Solution On Local OB Situation
GC Delegation Working Toward Solution On Local OB Situation
Mar. 18, 2010
Only days after legislative measures that would provide a solution for Garrett County’s family practitioners providing obstetrical services failed to receive approval, Sen. George Edwards and Del. Wendell Beitzel have been in talks with the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH), Garrett Memorial Hospital, and various other stakeholders to come to a solution.
“This issue is about equity,” Edwards said. “Garrett County is the only county in the state without an OB (obstetrician), and we need help on this issue.”
Prompted by the concerns expressed by both Edwards and Beitzel, DHMH Secretary John M. Colmers sent a letter addressed to Edwards.
In it, Colmers stated, “The county relies on the high quality obstetrical care provided by four family practitioners and enjoys some of the state’s best birth outcome indicators.”
Beitzel noted, “The four family practitioners have taken a unique and uncertain situation and continue to perform admirably. Others would have fled to West Virginia or Pennsylvania, but our doctors show what makes Garrett County such a great place to live.”
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From the Republican: Deer crossing the Deep Creek Lake ice - Photo: Vaughn Miller
This herd of deer may be a little confused when the lake is no longer passable on foot (hoof?), which actually may be the case by now. The animals were seen and photographed by Vaughn Miller last Thursday as they made their way across the ice. Deer have had a rough time this winter, struggling to find food under so many feet of snow. But the grasses are beginning to rise up out of the remnants of the white stuff now, as the temperature has been far above freezing for several days, providing the first warm stretch the county has had in more than four months. Spring-like weather is to continue for some days, although there is a chance of snow on Monday. Such is March on the mountaintop.
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Mortgage Loan Officer Jerry Merrick - BBT Mortgage
One of Deep Creek Lake’s finest lenders:
Mortgage Loan Officer
Jerry Merrick
Deep Creek Lake
21287 Garrett Hwy., Suite 500
Oakland, MD 21550
Office: 301-387-3219 Mobile: 301-616-0037
Fax: 301-387-5393
-The vision at BB&T Mortgage is to be the Best Home Lender, guided by Integrity, Fairness, and a Caring Enthusiasm
-Specializing in World Standard Client Service
-Enabling our clients to achieve economic success and financial security through homeownership
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Garrett Lakes Arts Festival - Deep Creek Lake
Here some more info from their website:
The Garrett Lakes Arts Festival’s mission is to enrich our community with
high-quality performing arts and arts education.
2010 Celebrates Our 24th Anniversary !!!
Garrett Lakes Arts Festival is the largest presenter of performing arts and arts education in Garrett County, Maryland, and serves the entire tri-state region (MD, PA, WV). The GLAF office is located on the campus of Garrett College in McHenry, MD. Our performance season runs during the spring and summer, with most performances taking place at the Garrett College auditorium. Our other performance venues include the college lawn and The Lodge at Wisp.
The GLAF office operates year-round under the direction of the Executive Director, Charles C. Case. Sue Abe, Administrative Assistant, handles daily coverage of the office. Matt Eary, Technical Director, is responsible for all lighting, sound and set construction for GLAF events. Benjamin Sincell, the Technical Director Emeritus, served as the Technical Director from 1990 to 2007. A seventeen-member Board of Directors provides governance to the organization, which is also supported by a network of nearly seventy-five volunteers from the community.
Garrett Lakes Arts Festival endeavors to keep the quality of the performing arts at the highest level possible, while offering ticket prices that are family affordable. Over the past 24 years, GLAF has been dedicated to integrating the arts into the life of our community. Recognizing the importance of the exposure to the arts at an early age, we continue to offer new and innovative ways for our local youth to discover the arts and different cultures.
GLAF’s efforts are supported by contributions from individuals and businesses in the community. GLAF is also supported by gifts and grants from Howard and Audrey Naylor, The Garrett County Arts Council, The Maryland State Arts Council, National Endowment for the Arts and Pennsylvania Performing Arts on Tour. GLAF is a non-profit organization, registered as a charitable organization in the State of Maryland. Donations are IRS tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by the law.
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FOR SALE - $50+k in rental income in 2009 - Waterfront Greens Deep Creek Lake
Fun at Deep Creek Lake – 5 bdrm/5ba lake access home w/ indoor pool located on 1AC golf course/lake view lot. The open floor plan hosts 3 master suites, large living/dining/kitchen area for entertaining, 2nd family room & game room. Waterfront Greens offers a par 3 golf course, catch & release fishing pond, tennis courts & mini golf. Established Vacation Rental History.
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Lodestone Golf Course Wisp Resort - Deer teeing off
I doubt these guys had memberships, but they were on the course anyway today. Soon, the Hale Irwin designed private golf course will be playable, but these deer were checking out the tee box on #8 when I drove by today:
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Extreme Home Makeover is coming to Maryland! Nominate a Garrett County family!
From the website:
ABC’s EXTREME MAKEOVER: HOME EDITION SEARCHING FOR
DESERVING FAMILIES
DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED!!!!
HOLLYWOOD, CA – February 1, 2010
Do you know a family whose home deserves an Extreme Makeover? If so, the producers of ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition want to hear from you. Ty Pennington and his crew have been all across the map and now they want to drive that famous bus to Maryland!
“We are looking for the deserving people and inspiring families that America can really root for,” says Casting Supervisor Rebecca Shumsky.
What does it take to be picked for an Extreme Makeover? “We’re looking for those special people who have amazing strength of character and never give up. Whether it’s keeping their chin up in really tough circumstances or going out of their way to help others. We want to help people whose stories have really affected their community or made a big difference in other people’s lives.” Shumsky added: “There are a lot of people who are heroes to those around them because of the way they inspire others and quietly serve their communities on a daily basis.”
The Extreme Makeover: Home Edition producers are looking for families whose homes desperately need to be rebuilt. “We really want to help families whose homes present major problems for the family, those big issues that affect the family’s quality of life on a daily basis. We want to find deserving people who just don’t have the resources, ability, or time to fix those serious issues without our help.”
To be eligible, a family must own their own single family home and be able to show producers how a makeover will make a huge difference in their lives.
Interested families should e-mail a short description of their family story to:
Nominations may be submitted by the family or by a member of their community. Each nomination must include the names and ages of every member of the household along with a description of the major challenges within the home. Anyone submitting a nomination should be sure to explain why the nominated family is deserving, heroic, and/or a great role model for their community. If possible, include a recent photo of the family. All nominations must include a contact phone number.
The deadline for nominations is April 2, 2010. Don’t delay!
For more information on how to apply please visit our website at:
http://abc.go.com/primetime/xtremehome/index?pn=apply
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Garrett County Chamber of Commerce - Deep Creek Lake
Some more info from their website:
Visitor Info
The multitude of activities in Garrett County & the Deep Creek Lake area is as endless as the mountains in which they’re nestled. From extreme adventure to total relaxation, casual nightlife to fine dining, there’s something fun in store for everyone—anytime of the year!
View vistas that inspire renowned photographers; traverse river banks with exciting falls or enjoy the gentle rock of your boat on Deep Creek Lake. Few destinations along the East Coast offer such a variety of seasonal outdoor activities, attractions and accommodations!
Visitor Info Links
Keep Garrett Green!
Getting Here
Did You Know?
Licenses & Boat Registration
Local Weather
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Tourism Link
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