Frederick County Executive Jessica Fitzwater

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A great evening this past weekend celebrating service, community, history, and the future of Mount Town of Mount Airy. I...
08/31/2026

A great evening this past weekend celebrating service, community, history, and the future of Mount Town of Mount Airy. It was an honor to join the Mount Airy community in recognizing retiring Mayor Larry Hushour for his years of dedicated service and leadership. Mayor Hushour has consistently put Mount Airy first, leading with respect, civility, and a genuine commitment to the people he serves. I’m grateful to have worked alongside him and I presented him with a Frederick County flag as a token of our appreciation for his partnership.

We also celebrated America’s 250th anniversary by sealing a time capsule filled with pieces of Mount Airy’s history, to be opened 50 years from now! It was exciting to join community leaders and fellow officials as mementos and letters, including contributions from Frederick County Government, MD, were placed inside the cement vault, preserving a snapshot of today for future generations.

And yes, that’s a fake skeleton in the time capsule. The Mayor wanted to make sure future generations got a little mystery along with the history!

🚒 It was a great morning at the New Midway Vol. Fire Company 9, hosting yesterday’s Maryland State Firefighters Associat...
08/30/2026

🚒 It was a great morning at the New Midway Vol. Fire Company 9, hosting yesterday’s Maryland State Firefighters Association’s Executive Committee meeting. I appreciated hearing updates from officers, committees, and state partners, and I was honored to personally thank Fire Chief Bryan Pescatore on the occasion of New Midway’s 100th anniversary. Congratulations to the NMVFC on this incredible milestone and on a full century of vital support, education, and protection for Frederick County residents!

Over the years, NMVFC members have built a multi-generational team of local volunteers providing fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical services while also bringing neighbors together through community events. Their diligence and faithful service continue to provide comfort and confidence to families across Frederick County. Here’s to 100 more years of service!

🚲🌳 A new connection is coming to Utica District Park in 90 days! Frederick County has broken ground on a new paved trail...
08/29/2026

🚲🌳 A new connection is coming to Utica District Park in 90 days!

Frederick County has broken ground on a new paved trail segment connecting the park to Utica Road. This new connection will link the six miles of trails already at the park to Utica Road, providing another access point and creating a safer, more enjoyable opportunity for residents to walk, bike, and explore the park.

We are excited to see this project get underway and look forward to welcoming trail users when it’s complete! Thank you to the Divisions of Frederick County Division of Planning and Permitting, Public Works (DPW), and Frederick County Parks and Recreation, MD for working together to make this project possible as well as the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission and the Rustic Roads Commission for their advocacy.

🚍 Starting Monday, Aug. 31, Transit-plus service hours expand to 5:30 AM to 8 PM, Monday–Friday, a major increase from t...
08/28/2026

🚍 Starting Monday, Aug. 31, Transit-plus service hours expand to 5:30 AM to 8 PM, Monday–Friday, a major increase from the previous 8 AM to 4 PM schedule.

Transit-plus provides fare-free, curb-to-curb transportation for Frederick County residents age 60+ and people with disabilities. More hours mean more flexibility, independence, and connection for them to the community. A reminder that registration is required for this service. Call 301-600-2065 to request an application by mail or download one here: frederickcountymd.gov/221/Transit-plus

Happy Retirement, Kathy Mitchell! 🎉After 22 years of dedicated service to Frederick County, we are celebrating Kathy and...
08/27/2026

Happy Retirement, Kathy Mitchell! 🎉After 22 years of dedicated service to Frederick County, we are celebrating Kathy and the lasting impact she has made as Senior Assistant County Attorney. Throughout her career, Kathy has supported our residents, colleagues, and community partners with professionalism, respect, and genuine care. We are deeply grateful for all she has contributed over the years.

Kathy, thank you for more than two decades of service, dedication, and care for Frederick County! We wish you a well-deserved retirement filled with many happy, healthy, and fulfilling years ahead! If you see Kathy, please join us in congratulating her!

Two upcoming open houses will give residents the opportunity to learn more about how Frederick County regulates data cen...
08/27/2026

Two upcoming open houses will give residents the opportunity to learn more about how Frederick County regulates data center development, speak directly with County officials, and understand the steps being taken in response to community input.

Open House Dates:
📅 Wednesday, September 2 from 6–8 p.m.
📍 Claggett Center, 3035 Buckeystown Pike, Adamstown

📅 Wednesday, September 9 from 6–8 p.m.
📍 Urbana Volunteer Fire Department Banquet Hall, 3602 Urbana Pike, Frederick

County agencies will host informational tables covering how existing laws and regulations apply to data center development, which agencies are responsible for oversight and enforcement, and how the County is working to responsibly manage potential development.

Attendees can move through the room at their own pace, review materials, speak with staff, and ask questions. Staff from the Maryland Department of the Environment will participate on September 2, and an American Sign Language interpreter will be available at both events.

Great afternoon yesterday visiting the Woodlands Support Network of Urbana and celebrating a new resource for Woodlands ...
08/27/2026

Great afternoon yesterday visiting the Woodlands Support Network of Urbana and celebrating a new resource for Woodlands residents! Earlier this year, I connected WSN with Wayne and Adela Dorsey of Rides For Good - a program of The Safe Ride Foundation. That introduction has grown into a neighbor-to-neighbor ride-exchange program, with volunteer drivers already providing a growing number of service hours. I’m excited to see this program grow and hopeful it can become a model for senior communities across Frederick County!

WSN is helping more than 1,200 residents age in place by connecting neighbors with volunteer services and community resources, from transportation and meal support to IT assistance, medical equipment exchanges, and community outreach. Many thanks to Marcia King and the entire WSN team for the informative presentation and for all you do to support the Woodlands community!

What an honor to be invited to spend Women’s Equality Day at Kite, A Gilead Company, sharing my experiences as a woman i...
08/26/2026

What an honor to be invited to spend Women’s Equality Day at Kite, A Gilead Company, sharing my experiences as a woman in leadership and reflecting on the journey that brought me here.

Thank you, Angela, for moderating a meaningful conversation about equality in the workplace, the importance of creating opportunities for women to lead, and the unique challenges women continue to face, particularly in traditionally male-dominated fields. I’m grateful to everyone who joined the conversation and asked thoughtful questions about leadership, advice for women entering public service, trailblazing women in government, and how we as women can continue to support one another.

I also had the opportunity to tour Kite Pharma’s ongoing expansion. Since my last visit, their Frederick site has made significant progress on new construction, grown its workforce, and continued its important work developing innovative lymphoma treatments right here in our community!

What a day in the Town of New Market! I enjoyed connecting with local business owners and residents to hear firsthand ab...
08/26/2026

What a day in the Town of New Market! I enjoyed connecting with local business owners and residents to hear firsthand about the opportunities and challenges facing the community, and how we can better connect small businesses with government resources and local leaders.

I started with a visit to New Market Plains Vineyards, where Howard Wilson and I discussed the devastating spring frost, its significant impact on this year’s grape yields, and ongoing labor challenges.

I also stopped by The Derby Restaurant & Bar, The Wellness Lab, New Market Physical Therapy, and Green Valley Therapy and Green Haven on Main, both of which are led by CEO Sarah Giacalone. I am grateful to everyone who took the time to share their experiences, ideas, and perspectives.

At BLUE DREAMS USA, I shared a cup of tea with owner Imelda, toured the beautiful farm and boutique, and learned how she and her husband have expanded their agritourism offerings to welcome and engage a diverse range of visitors.

I also sat down with Michelle Jones, General Manager of the Lake Linganore Association, and members of the Board for an insightful conversation about the community’s questions, concerns, and priorities.

Thank you to everyone for being so welcoming!

It was wonderful to spend time in the Town of Mount Airy before Mayor Hushour retires! I stopped by two Mt. Airy favorit...
08/26/2026

It was wonderful to spend time in the Town of Mount Airy before Mayor Hushour retires! I stopped by two Mt. Airy favorites: Jimmie Cone and Ace Hardware to hear about the challenges they face, the opportunities they see, and how Frederick County can best support them.

For nearly three decades, Mt. Airy Ace Hardware has been a cornerstone of the community. A special thank you to owners Greg and Trish Phelps for building a business grounded in service, supporting their employees and customers, and giving back to the community they call home.

Local businesses are an important part of what makes our communities thrive, and I’m grateful to all of Mt. Airy’s business owners for investing in theirs and helping make Frederick County a great place to live, work, and grow.

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