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Business News From The City of Frederick, Maryland August 2016
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Hello
Frederick students across the county are filling their backpacks with supplies in anticipation of the first day of school next week, including my own boys in the 5th, 6th, and 11th grades. The quality of the Frederick County Public School
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FCPS) system strengthens our community by preparing our children to be life-long learners with skills to be successful no matter their future chosen path or profession. Businesses look at this both in terms of having access to a talented and skilled workforce and quality of life for their employees and families.
Frederick County schools rank exceptionally well nationally and FCPS continues to innovate and prepare students for the future. For example, students from the Frederick’s Career and Technology Center
(CTC) recently competed against more than 6,000 students nationally and placed in the top 10 at the 51st Annual Skills USA National Leadership and Skills Conference and Championships. Additionally, FCPS continues to move forward with plans for the innovative LYNX High School at the new Frederick High School building scheduled to open in the fall of 2017, and Frederick County was selected as one of two counties in Maryland to pilot the first
youth apprenticeship program in the state. Kudos to our exceptional educators who continue to win state and national awards for excellence.
Sharpen those pencils, and best of luck to all of the students and teachers heading back to the classroom next week.
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Richard G. Griffin, AICP, CEcD
Director, Economic Development
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2016 Best Places to Work Winners
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On July 28, Frederick area businesses were recognized at the Annual Best Places to Work awards program. Nine companies rose to the top after judges completed the scoring, and six of the winners were Frederick city businesses. Scoring categories included work-life balance, median salary, turnover rate, benefits, diversity, and professional growth. Winners included Mosaic Power, CAS Engineering, iHire, Frederick County Bank, Plamondon Companies, Frederick Regional Health System, Avemco Insurance Company, Country Meadows Retirement Communities, and Canam Steel Corp. For award details, visit frederickbestplacestowork.com.
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Frederick Changes Codes to Allow Breweries to Host Food Trucks, Vendors, and Events
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The craft brewing industry contributes $55.7 billion to the U.S. economy and Frederick is well-positioned to attract and support this rapidly expanding industry. On August 4, 2016, The City of Frederick amended City code to allow breweries, farm breweries, and wineries to hold special events, including the ability to host events with food trucks and vendors. To learn more about the benefits of this legislative change, visit the
DED blog.
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Grants Give Downtown Businesses a Facelift
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Each year, The City of Frederick applies for a Community Legacy grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development to assist businesses and property owners improve their building facades along the Patrick Street Corridor.
To learn more and see examples of how the Facade Improvement Program's matching grant revitalizes businesses, check out the DED blog.
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5 Office Spaces that Inspire Every Day
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Throughout the year, Inspiring Offices showcases unique, beautiful, and collaborative office spaces in Frederick. These spaces stretch beyond the imagination to ignite creativity and spark innovation. Here are
five unique spaces that inspires employees every day in Frederick.
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3 Surveys to Support Frederick's Future
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Please consider taking a few moments to share your feedback on community policing, the vision for Frederick County's future, and Frederick's regional competitiveness:
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As Fredericktonians prepare for the start of a new school year, back to school shopping is a part of the tradition. According to the National Retail Federation, spending for the 2016 back to school season will reach nearly $76 billion, including spending for both K-12 and college students. With over 700 retailers located within The City of Frederick, residents will not need to travel far to check off each item on their back to school shopping list. A compilation of Frederick Facts is available on the
DED blog
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Frederick based
Richter & Company LLC
, a leading provider of Competitive Intelligence and Price To Win support services, announced that it has acquired the assets of market research firm Aerospace Analytics LLC.
The acquisition adds three new services to Richter & Company’s existing portfolio:
• Strategic Market Analysis and Consulting
• Development of Syndicated U.S. and International Market Analysis Reports
• Corporate-level Go-to-Market Planning and Team Development
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Available Commercial Space
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Office Space 103 South Carroll - 800 - 5,000 SF in 4 spaces; This three-story brick building sits at the corner of South Carroll and All Saints Street. The building is located near the East All Saints Parking Deck, MARC train station, and it is adjacent to the Government Services Building. Limited on-site parking is available and the building is in walking distance to many amenities, including Carroll Creek Park and the Delaplaine Visual Arts Center. For more information, contact Dehavilland Properties at 302-227-7697
See more great available commercial spaces on the
DED website.
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City of Frederick | Economic Development | 301-600-6360 | www.businessinfrederick.com
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