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Business News From The City of Frederick, Maryland May 2017
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Hello
Nationally and locally, the arts generate significant economic impact and help drive private investment. Places like Austin, TX and Asheville, NC are noted examples of places using the arts to create jobs and attract visitors and businesses. Frederick is also being noticed in a big way for its cool arts vibe. Just this past week the Washington Post recognized the amazing
Sky Stage project and artist Heather Clark for its unique contribution to Frederick.
DED is a proud supporter of Sky Stage and other arts related organizations including the
Frederick Arts Council,
Weinberg Center for the Arts,
Delaplaine Center for Visual Arts,
Maryland Ensemble Theater,
Way Off Broadway, and
New Spire Arts just to name a few. We are also bullish on Frederick’s designation as an official Maryland Arts and Entertainment District (A&E) which not only helps promote Frederick as an A&E destination for visitors, but also provides tax credits for the arts and artists.
As fair weather approaches, support your local arts by taking in a show, visit a gallery, or take a class. The arts are good for the economy and the soul.
Best,
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Richard G. Griffin, AICP, CEcD
Director, Economic Development
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Updated Design for Downtown Hotel & Conference Center
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The developer of the proposed Downtown Hotel at Carroll Creek presented an exciting updated design for the project today at a media conference with Mayor Randy McClement and County Executive Jan Gardner. Plamondon Hospitality Partners unveiled the new design which addresses input received from stakeholders and provides a sensitive balance between providing the substantial benefits to the community of a downtown full-service hotel and meeting space, with the needs of such a facility to be harmonious with and complement the historic district.
Read the most up to date information about the Hotel and new design on the
Hotel website.
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City Considers Food Trucks at Breweries & Distilleries
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The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will vote on an
ordinance change on Thursday, June 1st to allow for mobile food units to operate at craft breweries, wineries, and distilleries.
The legislation demonstrates Frederick's continued support for the rapidly expanding craft beverage industry. The changes encourage increased tourism and spending in Frederick, while balancing the needs of both existing restaurants and craft beverage operators.
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Local Businesses & Projects Honored with Preservation Awards
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The City of Frederick has hundreds of examples of preserving history in its 40-block Historic District. In keeping with that distinction, several Frederick businesses, projects and individuals were recently honored for the 2017 Historic Preservation Awards, in 5 categories:
1. Bricks & Mortar Rehabilitation
2. Stewardship Award for Exemplary Maintenance & Workmanship
3. Community Leadership Awards
4. Craftsmanship Award
5. New Construction Award
Visit the
City website to read further about each winner and the
HPC Facebook page to view photos.
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Celebrating Frederick's BioTech, IT and Entrepreneurs
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Frederick's Business Incubator and Accelerator,
FITCI, recently celebrated the successes of several recent graduates.
The event, generously sponsored by Verve Partnership and Duron & Hon, had welcoming remarks from County Executive Jan Gardner and Mayor Randy McClement as well as refreshments, networking and games.
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Inspiring Offices: Main Spring
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Inspiring office space is just one way to create a more creative and cohesive team atmosphere. The Tech industry has become a leader in innovative and hip space for their employees.
New to the Frederick business community and raising the bar for a cool and funky work environment is
Main Spring, located at N. Market and 2nd Street. Check out more of their
amazing office here.
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Partner Spotlight: Downtown Frederick Partnership
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This month, our Partner Spotlight highlights a resource for both new and existing businesses in Frederick, that are located in or want to be located in our main street area of Market Street, Patrick Street and East Street.
Downtown Frederick Partnership shared some history and great resources with us. Read more about them on
our blog.
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Tourism spending in
Frederick County continues to increase and now exceeds $390 million a year, or an average of over $1 million in spending a day. The industry employees over 6,500 people in Frederick and visitors contribute taxes of nearly $109 million annually, according to the
Tourism Council of Frederick County
. Frederick's vibrant arts community contributes to the successful tourism industry.
Catch up here for more Frederick Facts.
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City Commercial Project Nears Completion
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Construction continues to advance within the Aspen Ridge Professional Center. The latest phase of the project is well-underway at 161 Thomas Johnson Drive. The new building will feature nearly 48,000 square feet of Class A medical and professional office space. Visit
Rockpoint Commercial’s website for floor plans and renderings of the site.
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BioBuzz Strengthens Collaborations with Frederick Biotech
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Interested in having your company featured in the BioHive? Contact
liora@biobuzz.net for more information.
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Local full-service real estate company,
Clagett Enterprises, will be celebrating
30 years in business next month. Founder & CEO Galen Clagett has grown his dream into 4 successful companies: Clagett Management, Clagett Residential Management, Clagett Realty and Clagett Enterprises.
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H Mart - 1063 W. Patrick Street
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Available Commercial Space
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Retail Space - 15 S. Carroll Street
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City of Frederick | Economic Development | 301-600-6360 | www.businessinfrederick.com
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