Earlier this month, The City of Frederick hosted "Frederick Day in Annapolis" – an annual event that allows City staff and community ambassadors an important opportunity to discuss local priority projects directly with State decision-makers.
Public Survey for Bicycle Friendly Community
Please take a few minutes to complete the following survey to support Frederick's work to maintain a Bicycle Friendly Community:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/app_BFC_SP19
Four Mixed-Use Projects Coming to Frederick
Mixed-use development has become an increasingly popular model within the American real estate sector. Given Frederick’s long tradition of a strong community-feel and its already vibrant downtown core, it is hardly surprising this trend has been enthusiastically embraced locally. Here we take a look at four mixed-use projects taking place across the City of Frederick.
Partner Spotlight: Maryland Department of Commerce Senior Business Development Representative, Tamar Osterman
This month, our Partner Spotlight highlights Tamar Osterman, Senior Business Development Representative with Maryland Department of Commerce.
The City of Frederick Department of Economic Development (DED) works closely with Tamar and her position at the State to connect potential, new, and expanding City businesses to assistance available through the State of Maryland.
Opportunity Zones 101
Having a hard time wrapping your head around the real-life implications of the Opportunity Zones?
We were too until we recruited guest speakers from the State and a local accounting firm to host a recent Opportunity Zone Informational Session in Frederick. If you missed the opportunity — don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!
Downtown Frederick Partnership Announces New Grant Programs
The Downtown Frederick Partnership has launched two new grant programs to address the risk of fire in historic buildings. Learn more about the programs and see if you're eligible at downtownfrederick.org.
2019 New & Expanding Businesses
January 2019
South Market Sandwich Co. - 105 S. Market Street: Expanded
Frederick Innovative Technology Center, Inc. - 4539 Metropolitan Court & 118 N. Market Street: 15 year Anniversary
George L. Shields Bread of Life Kitchen @ Frederick Rescue Mission Grand Opening December 2018
Public Invited to Participate in City's Strategic Planning
Former Frederick County Delegate named Secretary of MD Department of Commerce
Governor Larry Hogan has announced the appointment of Kelly M. Schulz as secretary of the Maryland Department of Commerce. Schulz, a Frederick County resident, previously served as the local representative in Maryland House of Delegates, and most recently served as the secretary of the Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (DLLR).
Twas the Chamber Event Before Christmas
City Partners with AOPA to Develop Multi-Hangar Complex at FDK
Local Business Owners Receive Governor's Citation
Last Friday, the Governor’s Office of Small, Minority, and Women- Owned Businesses, in partnership with the City of Frederick and Frederick County Offices of Economic Development, hosted Ready, Set, GROW! — a free workshop aimed at providing an overview of public & private procurement programs. During the event, the Governor’s office took the opportunity to honor three Frederick business owners for exceptional business and community leadership.
Frederick Manufacturers Named 'Champions'
Frederick had an impressive showing at the Regional Manufacturing Institute of Maryland 2018 Champions of MD Manufacturing Awards Gala. A huge congratulations to the City of Frederick’s STULZ Air Technology Systems, Inc. on receiving the prestigious award for Energy and Sustainability.
