Bob Ehrlich and Child Advocates Discuss Threats to Services for At Risk Youths
July 29, 2010
Child Advocates Criticize State Moves to Centralize Control and Cut Funds for At-Risk Kids
ROCKVILLE — Bob Ehrlich met today with parents, educators, and family advocates who expressed growing concerns about what they consider emerging threats to state services for Maryland’s at-risk children. Ehrlich pledged that, as Governor, he will advocate for decentralized decision-making authority to ensure local communities have greater say in how to meet the needs of vulnerable children and families in their communities.
The O’Malley Administration proposed this year to strip local management boards, or LMBs, of decision-making authority and to drastically cut their funding. In Montgomery County, for instance, the O’Malley Administration’s approach would have wiped out 35 after-school programs serving 1,000 children and cut eighty jobs, according to press reports.*
”Those who know our children best - parents, advocates, and caregivers - have made clear that services for at-risk kids are declining at an alarming rate,” said Ehrlich. “As Governor, I will get Maryland’s child services working again. I will explore ways to ensure the front line workers who interact with kids every day have a voice in how we deliver positive results for children and families. Our goal is to combat teen pregnancy, gang violence, substance abuse, and other threats our kid face in a cost-effective way. Local advocates must play a central role in that effort.”
For decades, Maryland addressed the needs of troubled children and families through a decentralized network of Local Management Boards (LMBs). The O’Malley Administration has sought to strip LMBs of decision-making authority and to cut funding for caregivers, hindering the ability to provide vulnerable kids high standards of care.
Source: The Washington Examiner, February 19, 2010, “Local youth advocates fight Maryland agency for funding control.”
Drug Arrests
July 28, 2010
On July 27, 2010 at approximately 1330 hrs, Cpl. Debord observed three (3) male subjects engaged in suspicious behavior behind the Bank of America located at 4 W. Main St. in Thurmont. Cpl. Debord approached the males and identified them and detected the odor of burnt marijuana emitting from them. Cpl. Debord conducted a search of each individual. James Timothy Back, age 22, of Thurmont was found to be possession of approximately 20 grams of marijuana and currency. Jeremy Albert Robertson, age 25, of Thurmont was found to be possession of CDS-Marijuana and a CDS smoking device. The third subject was identified and released without charges. Mr. Robertson informed Cpl. Debord that he had just purchased the marijuana from Mr. Back. Mr. Back was arrested and charged with: 1) Possession of CDS-Marijuana, 2) Possession of CDS with intent to distribute. Mr. Robertson was arrested and charged with: 1) Possession of CDS-Marijuana, 2) Possession of CDS Paraphernalia. Both subjects were transported to Central Booking for processing.
Media release was prepared by:
Lt. P. Allen Droneburg
Deputy Chief of Police
Thurmont Police Department
Tasty Summer Tips With Tina! by Tina Terpko
July 28, 2010
Trying to feed my tribe can be a daunting task not to mention expensive. Once your kids hit a certain age they not only bring their appetite to the table but usually a few unexpected guests. The boys have friends and girlfriends… It’s like that old commercial .. they tell two friends and so on and so on. So, I bought a cow. A slaughtered one of course but a cow none the less. If I was smart I would have bought a live cow, milked the poor thing to death and then had it slaughtered. Considering we go through six gallons of milk a week that may have been the way to go. You would think my family would be a meat and potatoes kind of family but they are not. Roast isn’t one of their favorite meals. Essentially I have a freezer full of steaks and ground meat. This comes in handy for the unexpected guests that usually show up around dinner time. It’s not too complicated to throw an extra steak on the grill. And like my idol Rosanne Barr, the Domestic Goddess, add some cornflakes to the ground meat and you can feed a football team and I have.
The recipe I’m going to share this week actually comes from my son’s girlfriend. She has a wonderful box filled with recipes that we have gone through. We have tried a couple and the Cheesy Barbeque Burgers were a huge hit. It has all my prerequisites to be a winner…quick, easy, cheap, feeds large quantities and is delicious!
Cheesy Barbeque Burgers
Ingredients:
1 1b ground meat
½ cup bread crumbs
½ cup mozzarella cheese
¼ cup barbeque sauce (our favorite is Sweet Baby Rays Original)
Extra BBQ sauce
salt/pepper
Mix all the ingredients together in large bowl. Make patties.
- Spray grill with non stick spray before preheating. Preheat to medium temperature.
- Cook burgers on grill until they are done how your family likes them.
- You can brush extra BBQ sauce on the burgers as they cook (optional)
Blueberry-Peach Pudding Cake
Ingredients:
1 ½ to 2 cups fresh blue berries
1 can (15 oz) diced or sliced peaches, well drained
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 ½ cups flour
2 ½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 cup sugar
¾ cup milk
1 large egg
6 tbsp butter, melted
1 tsp vanilla
¾ cup sugar
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 cup boiling water
Spread blueberries and drained peaches in the bottom of 9-in square pan or an 11 x 7 in rectangular baking pan. Sprinkle with the lemon juice.
Heat oven to 350 degrees
In another bowl, blend flour, baking powder and soda, salt and 1 cup sugar.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter and vanilla.
Combine the dry ingredients with the egg mixture just until blended. Spoon over the fruit layer and gently spread.
Combine the ¾ cup sugar with the cornstarch; spread evenly over batter. Carefully pour the boiling water over al. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes. Spoon into dessert dishes and top with ice cream or whipped topping.
Serves 6 to 8.
Hit & Run at PNC Bank
July 28, 2010
On July 26, 2010 Cpl. Debord of the Thurmont Police Department responded to the PNC Bank located at 16 E. Main St. for a hit and run property damage accident. Upon his arrival, he learned that the striking vehicle had struck a SUV in the parking lot and had fled the area without the operator providing their information. The reporting party advised that the striking vehicle was a green passenger car with MD Tag# CTB346 and was being operated by a female who appeared to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The vehicle was registered to a resident of Meadow Lane in Thurmont. A lookout was broadcast and DFC Kevin Eyler located the striking vehicle unoccupied and parked near Meadow Lane. Cpl. Debord made contact with Mary Merriam of Meadow Lane at her residence and determined that she was the operator of the striking vehicle and placed her under arrest. Upon her arrest and further investigation, Cpl. Debord also determined that Merriam was under the influence of alcohol. Mary D. Merriam, age 52, of Meadow Lane, Thurmont, was taken to Central Booking and charged with: 1) Failure to stop after property damage accident 2) Failure to return and remain at the scene of an accident 3) Driving under the influence of alcohol 4) Driving while impaired by alcohol. At Ms. Merriam’s initial appearance with a District Court Commissioner, she was released on Personal Recognizance.
Media release was prepared by:
Lt. P. Allen Droneburg
Deputy Chief of Police
Thurmont Police Department
TOMORROW’S LEADERS, TODAY’S LEO’S by Rosemary McDermott
July 24, 2010
TOMORROW’S LEADERS, TODAY’S LEO’S
By Rosemary McDermott
Want to regain your optimism about today’s teenagers? Then meet a group of friendly, active and dedicated young people training to become tomorrow’s community leaders.
They are known as the Lions Club’s younger members, the LEO Club. LEO stands for Leadership, Friendship and Opportunity. There are more than 144,000 of these teenagers throughout the World. And we here in Thurmont, Maryland are most fortunate to have a group of these youth in the Thurmont Middle School and a group at the Catoctin High School.
On July 10, 2010, despite the gloomy weather and heat, seven young CHS Leo’s washed cars by Food Lion. They earned over $200.00, all of which will be given back to the community. During Carnival Week, these dedicated Leo’s sold friendship bracelets which they hand-made.
More about this wonderful group of young folks as time goes by. We all will be reading about them as they grow into tomorrow’s leaders and continue their support of our community.
Parade Results
July 23, 2010
PARADE WINNERS
GUARDIAN HOSE COMPANY, INC. CARNIVAL
JULY 22, 2010
BEST APPEARING ADULT FLOAT - 2ND PLACE LION’S CLUB
BEST APPEARING ADULT FLOAT - 1ST PLACE HERITAGE DAYS
BEST APPEARING YOUTH ENTRY - 2ND PLACE BOY SCOUTS
BEST APPEARING YOUTH ENTRY - 1ST PLACE GIRL SCOUT COUNCIL/BROWNIES
BEST APPEARING COMMERCIAL ENTRY 2ND PLACE DIGGING AND RIGGING
BEST APPEARING COMMERCIAL ENTRY 1ST PLACE ACE HARDWARE
BEST APPEARING COLOR GUARD AMVETS POST 7
BEST APPEARING MARCHING UNIT CHS MARCHING BAND
BEST APPEARING MAJORETTE UNIT - 1ST PLACE CATOCTIN AIRES
BEST APPEARING ANTIQUE NON-FIRE VEHICLE - 2NDT PLACE TOM DEWEES 72 CHEVY CHEVELLE
BEST APPEARING ANTIQUE NON-FIRE VEHICLE - 1ST PLACE GOLDEN GEARS CAR CLUB
BEST APPEARING ANTIQUE FIRE VEHICLE - 2ND PLACE WALKERSVILLE VFD
BEST APPEARING ANTIQUE FIRE VEHICLE - 1ST PLACE LEESBURG FD
BEST APPEARING BRUSH UNIT LEWISTOWN VFD
BEST APPEARING PUMPER 1000 GPM AND UNDER - 2ND PLACE ROCKY RIDGE
BEST APPEARING PUMPER 1000 GPM AND UNDER - 1ST PLACE WALKERSVILLE
BEST APEARING PUMPER 1250 GPM AND OVER - 2ND PLACE ROCKY RIDGE
BEST APPEARING PUMPER 1250 GPM AND OVER - 1ST PLACE WOLFSVILLE
BEST APPEARING PUMPER/TANKER - 2ND PLACE VIGILANT HOSE COMPANY
BEST APPEARING PUMPER/TANKER - 1ST PLACE GRACEHAM
BEST APPEARING TANKER - 1ST PLACE WALKERSVILLE
BEST APPEARING SQUAD - 2ND PLACE VIGILANT HOSE COMPANY
BEST APPEARING SQUAD - 1ST PLACE WALKERSVILLE
BEST APPEARING AERIAL APPARATUS - IST PLACE WALKERSVILLE
BEST APPEARING SPECIAL PURPOSE UNIT - 2ND PLACE GRACEHAM
BEST APPEARING SPECIAL PURPOSE UNIT - 1ST PLACE CATOCTIN MOUNTAIN PARK
BEST APPEARING AMBULANCE - 2ND PLACE THURMONT AMBULANCE
BEST APPEARING AMBULANCE - 1ST PLACE MT. AIRY
FIRE COMPANY COMING LONGEST DISTANCE LEESBURG, VA
JUDGES AWARD HALLOWEEN IN THE PARK
PRESIDENTS AWARD - BEST APPEARING FIRE COMPANY WALKERSVILLE
Arrest Made in Electric Theft
July 23, 2010
On July 12, 2010 Officer Vince Testa initiated an investigation involving a Thurmont resident tampering with an electric meter and stealing electrical service. His investigation revealed that resident, Samatha Drabcyzk-Carter, age 29, of Sunny Close, had tampered with the electrical meter on or about June 29, 2010 and had been stealing electrical service through July 12, 2010. The estimated amount of stolen electrical service was $1,025.22. Officer Testa obtained a warrant for Ms. Carter charging her with: Tampering with a Meter, Theft: $1,000 to Under $10,000, and Theft-Scheme: 1K to Under 10K. On July 22, 2010 Officer Christopher Stanley located Ms. Carter at her residence and placed her under arrest and served the warrant. Ms. Carter was taken to Central Booking for processing and a Bond Hearing.
Two Thurmont Police Officers promoted to the rank of Corporal
July 15, 2010
On July 1, 2010 two Thurmont Police Officers were promoted to the rank of Corporal. OFC Mark Debord and OFC Bill Murray competed in the promotional process and were approved for promotion by the Board of Commissioners. Both officers are five (5) year veterans. Cpl. Debord is DRE certified and throughout his career he has attended DUI College training and Gang Awareness training. Cpl. Debord received Officer of the Year in 2008 and serves the agency as a technical support person for in house computers and In-Car Camera systems. Cpl. Murray has attended Basic Death Investigation training sponsored by the FBI and Gang Awareness training. Cpl. Murray received Officer of the Year in 2007 and serves the agency as the Property/Evidence officer.
Both corporals will be tasked with numerous assignments and will assist with the management of patrol functions.
The Thurmont Food Bank needs your help!
July 12, 2010
| Dear Members of our Community,The Thurmont Food Bank needs your help! Lately, donations have decreased and we need lots of donations to provide enough food for over 200 families each month. We can accept fresh produce from your garden and food left over from church and community fundraisers as long as the food is made in a licensed kitchen. This might be a good time to go through your cupboards and clean out food you do not need and donate it to the Food Bank. We can always use canned and boxed goods that have not expired. We especially need: canned meats and tuna, canned ravioli, canned fruit, cereal, rice or pasta, Hamburger Helper, snacks for kids, baby food and peanut butter & jelly. We also need perishable foods like milk, bread, eggs and meats. Non-perishable donations can be dropped off at the Town Hall Monday-Friday during business hours or at various churches. Perishable items can be dropped off at The Food Bank at St. John’s Lutheran Church on Tuesdays from 5:30- 7:30 p.m. and Fridays from 3:00- 5:00 p.m. Perishable and non-perishable foods can be dropped off at Harriet Chapel, near the Catoctin Furnace on Rte 806, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Please help your neighbors by donating food or making a contribution so we can purchase food. Donations can be mailed to The Thurmont Food Bank P.O. Box 74, Thurmont, MD 21788. All donations are tax deductible. For tax purposes you will receive confirmation of any monetary donations and we will be happy to give you a receipt for food delivered to the Food Bank. You can also put money in the change collection containers found in local businesses. Please tell the businesses thank you for allowing us to place the containers near their cash registers. Every donation helps!
Thank you ! |
Mike Cady for Judge of the Orphans’ Court
July 10, 2010
Mike Cady
As you may know, I registered as a candidate for Judge of the Orphans’ Court. The most frequently asked question is, “Why”?
Last November, at age 66, I decided to retire and focus on my health. Since then, I lost over 35 pounds and had my hip replaced, which was needed for more than a decade. Today, I feel great and eager to pursue a new challenge where I can put my energy and life’s experiences to good use.
A few months ago, I learned that Judge Tim May was leaving the Orphans’ Court to run for Register of Wills. Tim honorably served the Court for the past sixteen years. I approached Tim about the Orphans’ Court and he was most gracious. Tim answered all of my questions concerning the Court’s duties and responsibilities, and encouraged me to seek the Office. He also volunteered to serve as my mentor.
After researching the Court and discussing the opportunity with my wife (Darlene), I decided to pursue it. I believe my past experiences and dedication to serving others prepared me to earn this position. If elected as one of the three Judges of the Orphans’ Court, I pledge to equitably apply the appropriate law to every case heard, to be respectful to all who appear and to be considerate of all points of views presented. However, to get elected, I need your help in two important ways.
First, I ask for your vote and support by sharing my candidacy with your relatives, friends, acquaintances and colleagues. Please refer them to my website votemikecady.com for information about me.
Second, even though I plan to run a low profile and relatively inexpensive campaign, funds are still needed to do so. Please consider contributing to my campaign. To avoid any allegations of influence pedaling, I voluntarily imposed a $100 contribution limit per individual. Any amount up to $100 would be greatly appreciated. Please make your contribution payable to Committee to Elect Mike Cady and mail it to 911 Motter Place, Frederick, Maryland 21701.
I welcome your comments. You may reach me by phone (301-667-2801) or e-mail mike@votemikecady.com.
Most sincerely,
Mike Cady
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