Dayhoff Westminster: November 2012

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Essex-Middle River Patch editor Tyler Waldman critically hurt in car accident

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Essex-Middle River Patch editor Tyler Waldman. Mr. Waldman is “at Shock Trauma with life-threatening injuries after a two-car crash earlier (Monday) morning, (November 26, 2012) in Towson,” according to an article in the Baltimore Sun by Jon Meoli, “Patch editor Tyler Waldman suffers 'life-threatening injuries' in Goucher Boulevard crash - Towson High and Towson University graduate flown to Shock Trauma.”

Read the full article here: http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/baltimore-county/towson/ph-tt-goucher-crash-1128-20121126,0,7706328.story

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Monday, November 26, 2012

Eagle Archive: Big Baker Chapel hangs as an ornament of Westminster history

Baltimore Sun Carroll Explore Carroll Eagle Archive: Big Baker Chapel hangs as an ornament of Westminster history By Kevin E. Dayhoff, November 24, 2012 http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/carroll/news/ph-ce-eagle-archive-1125-20121124,0,5911926.story

Recently the General Federation of Women's Clubs' Woman's Club of Westminster unveiled Big Baker Chapel as its ninth holiday ornament for the Christmas season.

The ornament sale is a fundraiser for the club, which for the last 101 years has provided community service and support. According to the club, "The sales from these ornaments enable our Club to help serve the needs in our community including the arts, conservation, education, home life, international outreach and public issues."

In past years, the Woman's Club has paid tribute to McDaniel College's (Little) Baker Chapel and Ward Memorial Arch, Westminster City Hall and the Carroll County Courthouse.

Other buildings recognized by the club include the Westminster Armory, the bell and clock tower that sits atop the old Westminster Fire Engine and Hose Company No. 1 fire hall, the Old Stone Building on Liberty Street and the Shellman house on the campus of the Historical Society of Carroll County… Read more: http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/carroll/news/ph-ce-eagle-archive-1125-20121124,0,5911926.story

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Eagle Archive: Big Baker Chapel hangs as an ornament of Westminster history

Recently the General Federation of Women's Clubs' Woman's Club of Westminster unveiled Big Baker Chapel as its ninth holiday ornament for the Christmas season.

In past years, the Woman's Club has paid tribute to McDaniel College's (Little) Baker Chapel and Ward Memorial Arch, Westminster City Hall and the Carroll County Courthouse.

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Wednesday, November 21, 2012

William Frank Luebberman, 66, of Sykesville

By Kevin E. Dayhoff, November 20, 2012

Local firefighter and former Sykesville Volunteer Fire Department Chief William “Mr. Bill” Frank Luebberman, 66, of Sykesville, died last Sunday, Nov. 18 at the Carroll Dove House in Westminster.

The news of the death of the talented and popular life member of Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department spread quickly through the Carroll County emergency response community.

According to his obituary on the Haight Funeral Home website, Mr. Bill was born July 6, 1946 in Annapolis. He was the son of William E. and Betty Metzger Luebberman of Westminster.

He was the husband of Elizabeth "Libby" Luebberman of Sykesville.

For many years, he had been a part time instructor for MFRI. He retired from the Baltimore County Fire Department in 1994 and became the training ground manager for the Carroll County Volunteer Emergency Service Association.

Mr. Bill and his wife, Libby, are institutions in the firefighting annals of Carroll County. Libby became the very first female to qualify to ride the emergency apparatus in Sykesville and in the county and one of the first in the state - in 1972.

Shortly after he passed away, the Westminster Fire Engine and Hose Co. No. 1 put on its Facebook page, “Carroll County Fire Service lost a great man this evening! RIP Mr. Bill Luebberman, you will be missed. Sending up prayers for Mrs. Libby and all the members of the fire service who he touched. Always a smile and a hug... What a great man…”

Westminster Mayor Kevin Utz wrote on his Facebook page, “Many lives were touched, saved, and healed (by) Mr Bill Luebberman … because of his dedicated service, training and NATIONWIDE network of fire and EMS providers who learned from him…

“Bill you were a true HERO to me. (Y)ou will be sadly missed. Mrs. Libby my family's thoughts and prayers (are) with you, and your family and colleagues around the region.”

The Sykesville Volunteer Fire Department website lamented, “We mourn the loss of a former chief, leader, teacher and mentor. Our thoughts and prayers are with Bill’s wife Libby, and all who called Mr. Bill friend.”

In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Bill is survived by his sister Shelley Luebberman Steinle and her husband John of Westminster.

Funeral services are scheduled to be held on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at Haight Funeral Home & Chapel, 6416 Sykesville Rd., Sykesville. Mr. Bill will be buried in the Springfield Cemetery, in Sykesville.

Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. The Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department will hold a memorial service at the funeral home on Friday at 8:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Sykesville Freedom District Fire Dept., Attn: Building Fund, P.O. Box 275, Sykesville, MD 21784.

Online condolences may be offered at www.haightfuneralhome.com

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Westminster Firefighter Milton Zepp honored for 50 years of service

Westminster Fire Engine and Hose Co. No. 1 volunteer firefighter Milton Zepp was honored at the November 7, 2012 monthly company meeting for 50 years of service.

Westminster Mayor Kevin Utz, in this photo at the far left, read a mayoral proclamation and thanked Mr. Zepp, to the right of Mayor Utz, in the yellow shirt.

Westminster Fire Department President Bob Cumberland is pictured here to the right of Mr. Zepp.

Fire Department historian Joe Ebaugh is pictured at the podium with Tim Bangerd looking on. Photo by Kevin Dayhoff

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Westminster Patch: http://westminster.patch.com/search?keywords=Dayhoff

Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Eagle Archive: Recalling when a Bull Moose 'Teddy' charged through Westminster

http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/carroll/neighborhoods/westminster/ph-ce-eagle-archive-1118-20121114,0,4694880.story

Eagle Archive: Recalling when a Bull Moose 'Teddy' charged through Westminster

In this 1912 photo by Philip Myers, former President Teddy Roosevelt delivers a campaign speech from the front of the American Sentinel newspaper office in Westminster. (Historical photo by Philip Myers / November 17, 2012)

By Kevin E. Dayhoff November 17, 2012

Presidential election politics are over for 2012 (well, sort of), but we can still recall local history related to our nation's chief executives. For instance, the Nov. 15, 1964, edition of the Baltimore Sun's Sunday Magazine carried a story by Philip Myers with the headline, "I Remember … Theodore Roosevelt in Westminster."

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In 1912, Myers was a freshman at then-Western Maryland College — now McDaniel — and one of his hobbies was photography…. http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/carroll/neighborhoods/westminster/ph-ce-eagle-archive-1118-20121114,0,4694880.story

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Eagle Archive: Recalling when a Bull Moose 'Teddy' charged through Westminster

http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/carroll/neighborhoods/westminster/ph-ce-eagle-archive-1118-20121114,0,4694880.story

Eagle Archive: Recalling when a Bull Moose 'Teddy' charged through Westminster

By Kevin E. Dayhoff November 17, 2012

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“Off Track Art” is an artists’ co-op and gallery located in the historic Liberty Building at 11 Liberty Street – next to the railroad tracks, off of the Sentinel parking lot at the corner of West Main St and MD 27-Liberty St - in historic downtown Westminster, Carroll County Maryland.

Open: Wed-Fri. Noon to 6 PM , Sat. 10 AM - 5 PM. http://offtrackart.blogspot.com/

For news and information on Off Track Art previous to December 15, 2011, you can go to http://kevindayhoffart.blogspot.com/search/label/Art%20Off%20Track%20Art

Angel tree unveiling launches Westminster's Shop With A Cop drive

Open: Wed-Fri. Noon to 6 PM , Sat. 10 AM - 5 PM. http://offtrackart.blogspot.com/

For news and information on Off Track Art previous to December 15, 2011, you can go to http://kevindayhoffart.blogspot.com/search/label/Art%20Off%20Track%20Art

Remembering the most wonderful time of year for 'Stanta' Claus

Remembering the most wonderful time of year for 'Stanta' Claus By Kevin Dayhoff, November 20, 2012 Planning for Christmas in Westminster is almost as much a cherished tradition as the holiday itself… http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/carroll/news/community/ph-ce-remembering-stan-1118-20121119,0,4483663.story

But for many, Christmas 2012 will not quite be the same without Stan Ruchlewicz, the City of Westminster's administrator of economic development and Main Street manager, who died of a heart attack on June 5 at age 56.

During the holiday season, Ruchlewicz was a perennial fixture at the Locust Lane Santa House, serving as "Stanta" Claus to the delight of children and parents alike.

But he was also a driving force behind many of the events that make up the annual Miracle on Main Street activities in Westminster: the parade, the tree lighting and other special events that bring people, businesses and organizations together… http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/carroll/news/community/ph-ce-remembering-stan-1118-20121119,0,4483663.story

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Remembering the most wonderful time of year for 'Stanta' Claus

During the holiday season, Ruchlewicz was a perennial fixture at the Locust Lane Santa House, serving as "Stanta" Claus to the delight of children and parents alike.

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Sunday, November 18, 2012

The dance of the food at Grace Lutheran Ch - preparing boxes of food 4 holidays

Saturday, November 17, 2012

Carroll County Times: Westminster holiday events

And for more news and information on Westminster holiday events go to:

http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/features/downtown-from-a-to-z-westminster-photographers-create-poster-that/article_deab5222-66bb-5f6a-889a-f2a95c516b6d.html

Labels: Annual Christmas, Annual Christmas Parade, Annual Christmas Westminster, Carroll Co Community Events, Westminster File community

November 10, 2012

Small Business Saturday Shopping Extravaganza

What it is: Small Business Saturday takes place one day after Black Friday. It gives shoppers an opportunity to visit Main Street businesses for potential holiday gifts.

When: 10 a.m. Nov. 24 at businesses throughout downtown Westminster

Miracle on Main Street parade

What it is: The annual holiday electric light parade features floats from area businesses and nonprofits traveling along Pennsylvania Avenue and Main Street.

http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/features/downtown-from-a-to-z-westminster-photographers-create-poster-that/article_deab5222-66bb-5f6a-889a-f2a95c516b6d.html

When: "Miracle on Main Street" airs at 3 p.m. Nov. 24 at the Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster. Parade starts at 5 p.m. Nov. 24 Youth activities to follow from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Westminster Family Fitness Center.

Carroll County Arts Council Festival of Wreaths

What: The annual fundraiser will feature wreaths decorated by dozens of area businesses and artists. Each wreath goes to the highest bidder in a weeklong silent auction

When: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. daily Nov. 24-Dec. 1 at the Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster

Starlight Shopping

What: Main Street businesses stay open late for a chance to shop for gifts.

When: 5-10 p.m. Dec. 7 at various area downtown Westminster businesses

http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/features/downtown-from-a-to-z-westminster-photographers-create-poster-that/article_deab5222-66bb-5f6a-889a-f2a95c516b6d.html

http://kevindayhoffart.blogspot.com/2012/11/carroll-county-times-westminster.html

Open: Wed-Fri. Noon to 6 PM , Sat. 10 AM - 5 PM. http://offtrackart.blogspot.com/

For news and information on Off Track Art previous to December 15, 2011, you can go to http://kevindayhoffart.blogspot.com/search/label/Art%20Off%20Track%20Art

Carroll County Times: Westminster holiday events

And for more news and information on Westminster holiday events go to:

http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/features/downtown-from-a-to-z-westminster-photographers-create-poster-that/article_deab5222-66bb-5f6a-889a-f2a95c516b6d.html

Labels: Annual Christmas, Annual Christmas Parade, Annual Christmas Westminster, Carroll Co Community Events, Westminster File community

November 10, 2012

Small Business Saturday Shopping Extravaganza

What it is: Small Business Saturday takes place one day after Black Friday. It gives shoppers an opportunity to visit Main Street businesses for potential holiday gifts.

When: 10 a.m. Nov. 24 at businesses throughout downtown Westminster

Miracle on Main Street parade

What it is: The annual holiday electric light parade features floats from area businesses and nonprofits traveling along Pennsylvania Avenue and Main Street.

http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/features/downtown-from-a-to-z-westminster-photographers-create-poster-that/article_deab5222-66bb-5f6a-889a-f2a95c516b6d.html

Carroll County Arts Council Festival of Wreaths

What: The annual fundraiser will feature wreaths decorated by dozens of area businesses and artists. Each wreath goes to the highest bidder in a weeklong silent auction

When: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. daily Nov. 24-Dec. 1 at the Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster

Starlight Shopping

What: Main Street businesses stay open late for a chance to shop for gifts.

When: 5-10 p.m. Dec. 7 at various area downtown Westminster businesses

http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/features/downtown-from-a-to-z-westminster-photographers-create-poster-that/article_deab5222-66bb-5f6a-889a-f2a95c516b6d.html

http://kevindayhoffart.blogspot.com/2012/11/carroll-county-times-westminster.html

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Westminster Patch: http://westminster.patch.com/search?keywords=Dayhoff

Thursday, November 15, 2012

Feeding Frenzy by Joe Steffen November 15, 2012

http://www.globalrhetoric.com/2012/11/15/feeding-frenzy/

It’s Dangerous to be Right when the Government is Left

Ehrlich’s Political Grave: What’s In Your Wallet?

Thunder in MD’s New 6th District

Nailed It

I’ve spent the past two or so days watching – and, to a degree – chuckling over the feeding frenzy that has enveloped the frenzied Maryland GOP in general, and MD GOP Chairman Alex Mooney, in particular.

Let me go on record here to say I know Alex Mooney – not all that well, but from what I do know, I like the guy. That being said…

The feeding frenzy began with a demand for Alex Mooney’s resignation from the folks over at Red Maryland (http://redmaryland.blogspot.com/2012/11/alex-mooney-must-resign.html). That’s fine, they think Mooney should resign, they should say it – which they did. Following this, however, a few other pieces made it out of the ether and into computer pixels speculating about Mooney’s possible replacements…as though he’d already announced he was, indeed, resigning. What the Hell?

Blood was in the water and the sharks were circling…

Who would replace Alex Mooney? Oh my! Who SHOULD replace Alex Mooney? Oh my, squared! … http://www.globalrhetoric.com/2012/11/15/feeding-frenzy/

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Westminster Patch: http://westminster.patch.com/search?keywords=Dayhoff

Sunday, November 11, 2012

Good morning Happy Birthday Marine Corps & Veterans Day from Grace Lutheran .

Carrie's Kitchen visits a hearth cooking class at the Carroll County Farm Museum

Hearth Cooking

by Carrieskitchen

CARRIE'S KITCHEN
Carrie's Kitchen visits a hearth cooking class at the Carroll County Farm Museum.

For the recipe that accompanies this video please visit
http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/carrieskitchen

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Westminster Patch: http://westminster.patch.com/search?keywords=Dayhoff

McDaniel Homecoming 2012 & Stadium Dedication

McDaniel formally dedicates expanded $8 million Gill Stadium

November 5, 2012

McDaniel College in Westminster this week dedicated its new Kenneth R. Gill Stadium.

http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/carroll/news/ph-ce-newsbriefs-1104-20121105,0,3045633.story

The $8-million-plus, two-story brick and concrete stadium will be home to Green Terror football, women's field hockey, men's and women's lacrosse and men's and women's track and field, in addition to special events.

The project includes a new campus entrance and roadway on West Main Street. The architect is Marshall Craft Associates of Baltimore and contractor is Manekin Construction of Columbia… http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/carroll/news/ph-ce-newsbriefs-1104-20121105,0,3045633.story

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Thursday, November 8, 2012

Len Lazarick Maryland Reporter: New president of Md. Nonprofits group, Greg Cantori, takes over in challenging time

New president of Md. Nonprofits group takes over in challenging time

September 25, 2012 at 7:19 am By Len Lazarick Len@MarylandReporter.com

http://marylandreporter.com/2012/09/25/new-president-of-md-nonprofits-group-takes-over-in-challenging-time/

Greg Cantori takes over as president of Maryland Nonprofits next Monday at a time when nonprofit organizations and their clients – like many businesses in Maryland small and large – have been battered by the economy.

“Not only did they have to weather this great recession, they have had to take up the slack” from the impact of the economy’s increasing demand for social services, Cantori said in an interview. “I think it’s been such an incredibly challenging time in the last five years.”

Cantori was named last month to head the association that includes 1,400 nonprofit organizations and 300 associate members. He moves over from a brief four-month stint as the executive director of the Downtown Sailing Center, but he is best known for his 12 years managing the operations of the Marion I. & Henry J. Knott Foundation and its philanthropy to Catholic and educational institutions.

There are 28,000 organizations in Maryland designated as 501(c)(3) by the Internal Revenue Service, meaning that contributions to these “public charities” can be tax deductible. … http://marylandreporter.com/2012/09/25/new-president-of-md-nonprofits-group-takes-over-in-challenging-time/

http://kevindayhoffwestgov-net.blogspot.com/2012/11/len-lazarick-maryland-reporter-new.html

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Westminster Patch: http://westminster.patch.com/search?keywords=Dayhoff

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Milton Zepp is recognized for 50 years of service at Westminster Fire Co

Westminster Fire Engine and Hose Co. No. 1 volunteer firefighter Milton Zepp was honored at the November 7, 2012 monthly company meeting for 50 years of service.

Westminster Mayor Kevin Utz, far left, read a mayoral proclamation and thanked Mr. Zepp, in the yellow shirt.

Westminster Fire Department President Bob Cumberland is pictured here to the right of Mr. Zepp.

Fire Department historian Joe Ebaugh is pictured at the podium with Tim Bangerd looking on. Photo by Kevin Dayhoff

The downtown Westminster promotional poster billboard on Ralph St nr courthouse

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

In Carroll County, voters warm up to a cool election day

Westminster precinct reports heavy, and steady, turnout by Kevin Dayhoff

In Carroll County, voters warm up to a cool election day

Westminster precinct reports heavy, and steady, turnout

http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/carroll/news/ph-ce-election-day-1106-20121106,0,1592306.story

By Kevin Dayhoff, November 6, 2012

It was almost anti-climactic at the polls in Westminster on Tuesday afternoon.

After a year of robo-calls, tons of campaign literature, debates and nonstop news coverage, election day came to Carroll County — and the turnout was heavy and steady.

Just after 4 p.m., as temperatures dropped, there were plenty of hardy campaign workers at the polls at Westminster Elementary School. Joy Fisher and Erin Snell and Jennifer and Molly Harvilak were busy greeting voters and handing out literature in support of Question 6, the Civil Marriage Protection Act.

"Been here since the morning — and we're cold," Fisher said in between shivers… http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/carroll/news/ph-ce-election-day-1106-20121106,0,1592306.story

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Monday, November 5, 2012

Delegate Nancy Stocksdale weighs-in on the 7 questions on the Maryland election ballot

Carroll County Delegate Nancy Stocksdale wrote in an e-mail on November 1, 2012 http://kevindayhoffwestgov-net.blogspot.com/2012/11/delegate-nancy-stocksdale-weighs-in-on.html

For more information go to: http://www.scribd.com/doc/111528702/The-sample-ballot-for-the-November-6-2012-presidential-election-in-Carroll-County-Maryland or http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2012/10/the-sample-ballot-for-november-6-2012.html

Labels: Carroll Co Govt, Diversity Gay Lesbian Civil Unions, Elections 2012, Elections 2012 presidential, Elections and voting, MD Issues Early Voting, MD issues Gambling, MD Issues Slots, MD st govt

Many have asked my opinion on the ballot questions. There are so many conflicting TV ads and even mailings from "Republican Leaders" which have confused the issues.

This is how I voted and the reason why:

Against Question 1. If passed, this would require candidates for the ORPHANS COURT JUDGES in Prince Georges County to be lawyers. I believe lawyers can run for these offices and if citizens elect them, they can serve, but I don't believe other citizens should be discriminated against.

Against Question 2 This is the same as question 1 except it applies to Baltimore County.

For Question 3 This amendment removes elected officials from office upon the conviction of a felony rather than waiting until the sentencing. As the law is now, the elected official can appeal and appeal and stay in office.

Against Question 4 This law permits illegal immigrants to pay in-state tuition at our state supported colleges and universities. I believe that if children were brought here illegally, they should follow the procedures to become legal. Federal Law prohibits employers from hiring illegal people so after the taxpayers pay to educate them, they are not legally allowed to work.

Against Question 5 The Congressional Redistricting Map just does not make sense. It has been gerrymandered so that no one can be fairly represented in Congress. For example, what does Ocean City have in common with Taneytown or what does Garrett County have in common with Montgomery County?

Against Question 6 This law redefines MARRIAGE as we know it. In recent years, same-sex couples have been given many of the rights they have requested such as hospital visitation rights. They have been offered "Civil Unions," but they want the term "Marriage" changed. This has far reaching ramifications such as changing the school curriculum and dangerous consequences for ministers who preach from the Bible. Although they argue that ministers would not be affected if they did not want to perform a wedding ceremony for a same-sex couple, look what has happened to the Catholic hospitals and doctors who now must perform abortions and provide birth control.

Against Question 7 This law expands gambling in Maryland. This is a bad bill for the citizens in Maryland.

1. The schools are funded by a formula called "The Thornton Formula" and this determines how much money each school system should receive. The money from gaming will go into the EDUCATION TRUST FUND. This will free up general fund money which is normally spent on education to be used for other things. Just as money has been taken out of THE TRANSPORTATION TRUST FUND, money will be taken out of the EDUCATION TRUST FUND for other things.

2. Last year several bills were introduced to "lock" the transportation trust fund so the money would only be used for transportation purposes. These bills failed. That fund was raided for many other uses. I don't Trust money in these trust funds to go for their intended use.

3. The "Republican Leaders" Michael Steel and Audrey Scott, from whom you have received mailings live in Prince Georges County and the law is written so that the local jurisdiction where the casino is located will receive a large percentage of the tax revenue. That is the reason they are in favor of this bill.

4. In May, a Special Session was held to raise your taxes and this gaming bill lowers the taxes for the casino owners.

5. SCHOOLS WILL NOT RECEIVE ANY MORE MONEY THAT THE THIRNTON FORMULA REQUIRES. EVEN THE TEACHERS KNOW THESE STATEMEENTS IN THE AS ARE NOT TRUE. I HAVE BEEN ON THE APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE LONG ENOUGH TO SEE ALL THE SPECIAL FUNDS RAIDED AT ONE TIME OR ANOTHER. THEY PROMISE TO "PAY BACK" BUT DON'T. Please vote against this bill and let the legislature come back in a regular session where all interested parties have an opportunity to have input.

[20121101 sdosm Stocksdales view of 7 questions]

The sample ballot for the November 6, 2012 presidential election in Carroll County Maryland

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Re-elect Kevin Dayhoff to the Westminster City Council May 9th, 2023

Hi, I am Kevin Dayhoff, and I would like to be re-elected - along with Councilmembers Ann Gilbert and Greg Pecoraro - to remain in the three Westminster Common Council seats that are available in the upcoming May 9th city election. We offer experience, energy, accessibility, vision, fiscally prudent, and socially responsible leadership. It would be an honor to have the opportunity to take another turn as a Westminster elected official. This has been paid for by Dayhoff for Westminster, Caroline Babylon - Treasurer. For more information click on the image.