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Possible tornado touch down in the Sykesville area
Sunday, July 26, 2009 7:35 pm
Unconfirmed preliminary reports indicate that a tornado may have touched down in the Sykesville area of Carroll County MD. There are sketchy reports of damage and no reports of injuries.
20090726 sdosm Possible tornado touch down in the Sykesville area
Celebration of memory and change Published May 26, 2009 by Westminster Eagle This year’s Westminster Memorial Day ceremonies witnessed many changes over the past — although the solemn tradition of 142 years continued. On Memorial Day the normal hustle and bustle of downtown Westminster paused to remember fallen veterans, and ... ...
EAGLE ARCHIVE: Mulkey is one of many, yet a special son of Carroll County Published May 22, 2009 by Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle ... thanks to Mount Airy councilwoman Wendi Peters and American Legion Post 191 commander Roy True for their help with this column. We will resume the history trivia quiz next Sunday. In the meantime, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at kevindayhoff AT gmail.com....
Celebrating Cockey's Tavern, birthplace of Carroll County Published May 18, 2009 by Carroll Eagle Thanks. When he's not hanging around old haunts such as Cockey's Tavern, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at kevindayhoff AT gmail.com....
Utz elected as new mayor of Westminster Published May 18, 2009 by Carroll Eagle ... with 130 votes; Eleanor DeMario, 105; William Gill, 130; and William Hughes, 58. — compiled by Kevin Dayhoff Incumbent, two newcomers elected council Hampstead Hampstead Town Councilman Wayne Thomas won election along with newcomers Jamey Ayers and ... ...
Crunching numbers, and historic perspective, in Westminster election Published May 12, 2009 by Westminster Eagle ... “I’m humbled and anxious to get started.” The writer, Kevin Dayhoff, is a history columnist for The Eagle newspapers. He served as ... did his grandfather Frank Thomas Babylon for several years in the 1890s. Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at kevindayhoff@gmail.com. ...
Utz elected as Westminster mayor Published May 11, 2009 by Westminster Eagle ... the top vote-getter of the evening with 512 votes. Others in the council race were Darcel Harris (130 votes), Eleanor DeMario (105), William Gill (130) and William Hughes (58).— compiled by Kevin Dayhoff...
For municipalities that still exist, elections renew a call to activism Published May 10, 2009 by Carroll Eagle ... who was the first mayor? Think you know? Drop me an e-mail at kevindayhoff AT gmail.com. Be sure to add Carroll Eagle in the subject line. Thanks. When he is not handicapping the municipal elections
Dayhoff: How water drove the growth Westminster ... and still does Published May 4, 2009 by Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle ... 200 years after our community banded together to maintain a steady and reliable water supply. Feedback, questions, and comments are welcome in the readers’ comments section below. Kevin Dayhoff writes from Westminster. E-mail him at kevindayhoff AT gmail.com....
Readers revel in the details of the great baseball tater caper Published May 3, 2009 by Carroll Eagle ... who declared the caper the "hidden-ball trick to end all hidden-ball tricks." No history trivia question this week -- I'm missing the baseball game on TV. When he is not watching baseball, Kevin Dayhoff may reached at kevindayhoff AT gmail.com. ...
DAYHOFF: Cutting a ribbon on history at the Westminster Water Treatment Plant Published April 29, 2009 by Westminster Eagle ... prosper. Note: next week's column will review a more in-depth history of the story of the early Westminster water systems. Kevin Dayhoff writes from Westminster, where he served as mayor from 2001 to 2005. When he is not enjoying a great glass of Westminster ... ...
Cutting the 'Horse Train Stop' of Sykesville out of Howard County Published April 26, 2009 by Carroll Eagle ... line. Thanks. If you answer correctly, your name might be drawn for the coveted Carroll Eagle coffee mug, suitable for use in any county. When he's not straddling the line between two counties, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at kevindayhoff AT gmail.com....
Thoughts turn to baseball and Jackie Robinson Published April 17, 2009 by Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle ... is this week's winner of the famed Carroll Eagle mug. For an extended version of this column, with even more on Jackie Robinson, go to explorecarroll.com. When he's not enjoying April showers, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at kevindayhoff AT gmail.com. ...
Mills' contributions to hospital follow a healthful tradition Published April 12, 2009 by Carroll Eagle ... me with information for this week's column. If you'd like to learn more about the work of the foundation, give her a call at 410- 871-6200. When he is not eating sushi with Sherri Hosfeld Joseph ...
Recalling the devastating Westminster fire of 1906 Published April 8, 2009 by Westminster Eagle ... Spring Carnival. It is never too early to start teaching your children fire safety. As history shows us -- it's everyone's concern and it can be a matter of life and death. Kevin Dayhoff writes from Westminster.
County jail started out 0-for-1 when it came to holding prisoners Published April 3, 2009 by Carroll Eagle ... you know? Drop me an e-mail at kevindayhoff@gmail.com. Be sure to add Carroll Eagle in the subject line. Thanks. When he's not "climbing down the spouting" to get away from his cell phone, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at kevindayhoff@gmail.com....
Dayhoff: A brief review of the Westminster Navy, and its role in American history Published April 1, 2009 by Westminster Eagle ... Navy; a proud heritage few Carroll Countians know. Now you know it too. Well, perhaps not. Happy April Fool's Day. Kevin Dayhoff writes from Westminster. E-mail him at kevindayhoff AT gmail.com, or add your thoughts to the readers' comment section below....
20090527 SDOSM Recent cols and arts in Explore Carroll by KED
Information release from the Sykesville Police Department
May 20, 2009
In an effort to obtain current information out to the community and dispel rumors, the Sykesville Police Department is releasing the following:
On May 15th, 2009, at approximately 4:45 pm a white male operating a mustard colored vehicle attempted to speak to a young child riding his bike on Harlan Lane. It is unknown what, if anything, was said as the child ran home to inform his parents. The parents contacted the police, the area was checked but the individual was not located.
Our officers have increased patrols in the area and will maintain a visible presence. To date, no crime has been committed. However, we do take these matters seriously and are eager to identify this person. It may have been a harmless gesture or event, but we want to gather all information in an effort to identify and question this person.
I certainly appreciate the support and cooperation of the community but we still need to approach this matter will great sensitivity and caution.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
John R. Williams Chief of Police Sykesville Police Department 7547 Main Street Sykesville MD 21784 (410) 795-0757 (410) 795-8864 FAX
20090520 Information release from the Sykesville Police Department Kevin Dayhoff: www.westgov.net Westminster Maryland Online www.westminstermarylandonline.net http://kevindayhoffwestgov-net.blogspot.com/
The Town of Sykesville will have a new mayor for the first time in 15 years.
Michael Miller won the mayoral contest with 294 votes while incumbent Mayor Jonathan Herman received 266 votes in the May 5 town election, according to results released by Town Clerk Janice Perrault.
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Reed, 44, is a Sykesville Middle School clerical worker in Sykesville; Shaw, 43 is a Long and Foster associate real estate broker in Columbia and owner of Allied Quick Print, Inc. in Elkridge; and True, 43 is a computer consultant for CAS Severn in Severn.
For the remaining candidates, Howard Saslow received 212 votes, John Ellis received 199 votes, Julia Betz received 185 votes, Robert Willey received 140 votes and James Dore received 91 votes.
The Town Council and mayoral terms last four years.
The mayor receives a monthly stipend of $400, or $200 for months with one meeting.
Sykesville election was held on Tuesday May 5, 2009 and the results are as follows:
Mayor Jonathan S. Herman 266 Michael P. Miller 294
Council Member Julia L. Betz 185 James M. Dore 91 John M. Ellis 199 Leslie K. Reed 222 Howard F. Saslow 212 Ian Shaw 233 Christopher A. True 284 Robert E. Willey 140
As a result of the election the Mayor is:
Michael P. Miller
And the Council Members are:
Christopher A. True Ian Shaw Leslie K. Reed
Janice M. Perrault Town Clerk Town of Sykesville 7547 Main Street Sykesville, Maryland 21784 410-795-8959
20090505 SDOSD Sykesville May 5 2009 municipal election results
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Eagle Archive By Kevin Dayhoff Posted 4/26/09 (431 words)
It was back on April 17, 1931, that the General Assembly approved legislation entitled "Chap 279 Unincorporate Sykesville in Howard Co."
The early beginnings of the "Horse Train Stop" as it was first called — the area we now know as Sykesville — trace back to the 1820s.
The Town of Sykesville was not officially incorporated until the state legislature passed Chapter 256 of the Acts of 1904.
The first mayor was Edwin M. Mellor Sr.
Although the 1931 legislation is complicated, the gist is to dissolve the Howard County portion of the town — or to "exclude all that part of (Sykesville) which lies in Howard County from its corporate limits."
I really do not know for a fact why it was decided to take away the part of the Town of Sykesville that existed in Howard County.
The answer might be because much of the Howard County portion of the town washed away in the devastating flood of July 1868 and never really recovered.
According to an introduction written by Duane Doxzen for Linda F. Greenberg's excellent history, "Sykesville Past and Present," written in 2000, the flooding resulted from a "reported 18 inches of rain in half an hour. ... 50 people died, and homes, mills and other businesses were reduced to rubble."
Of course, I can guess that perhaps another reason is that it gets a little too, how should I say, "interesting," to govern a municipality that exists in two counties.
I mean, think about it. If you believe dealing with one county government has its interesting moments, try dealing with two.
In Maryland, there are several municipalities whose boundaries lie in two counties. One of which, of course, is right here in Carroll County (and Frederick County) — Mount Airy.
One municipality, Delmar, exists in two states — Maryland and Delaware. Ay caramba, it gives me a headache just to think of the challenges that must bring.
For this week's question, I'm going to ask what may well be the most difficult question I've ever asked.
Really.
Since 1900, other than the Howard County portion of Sykesville, only one town in Carroll County dissolved its municipal charter and disbanded having a town or city government. Which town is it?
OK, OK. Because it's such a hard question, I'll give you a hint. It dissolved its municipal government in 1939.
Think you know?
Drop me an e-mail at kevindayhoff@gmail.com. Be sure to add Carroll Eagle in the subject line. Thanks.
If you answer correctly, your name might be drawn for the coveted Carroll Eagle coffee mug, suitable for use in any county.
When he's not straddling the line between two counties, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at kevindayhoff AT gmail DOT com.
20090426 SCE Cutting Sykesville out of Howard County sceked
Recalling the devastating Westminster fire of 1906 Published April 8, 2009 by Westminster Eagle ... Spring Carnival. It is never too early to start teaching your children fire safety. As history shows us -- it's everyone's concern and it can be a matter of life and death. Kevin Dayhoff writes from Westminster. E-mail him at kevindayhoff AT gmail.com....
MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL OF SYKESVILLE AGENDA FOR MONDAY, JANUARY 12, 2009, 7:00 P.M.
SYKESVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL MEDIA CENTER
7301 Springfield Avenue, Sykesville, MD
QUORUM: Mayor
MINUTES: Town Clerk
TREASURER’S REPORT: Town Treasurer
PUBLIC CONCERNS
BUSINESS
1. Public Safety Report – Chief Williams 2. New Police Officer – Swearing In 3. New Police Intern – Introduction 4. Recycling Demonstration – Maria Myers, County Recycling Coordinator 5. Solid Waste and Recycling Initiatives – Code Amendment - Public Hearing 6. Public Works – Two Replacement Employees 7. Public Works - Backhoe 8. Mayor and Town Council Annual Retreat – Set Date
Sykesville Mayor and Town Council Meeting Reminder Notice
Please note the location change for the following meeting and public hearing.
The Sykesville Mayor and Town Council Meeting and the Public Hearing on the amendment to the solid waste code will be held on Monday, January 12, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. at the Sykesville Middle School Media Center, 7301 Springfield Avenue, Sykesville, Maryland.
20090107 Sykesville Mayor and Town Council Meeting Reminder Notice
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Sykesville Mayor and council agenda for November 24 2008
MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL OF SYKESVILLE AGENDA FOR MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2008, 7:00 P.M.
QUORUM: Mayor MINUTES: Town Clerk TREASURER’S REPORT: Town Treasurer
PUBLIC CONCERNS
BUSINESS FY 2008 Town Audit - Report Public Safety Report – Chief Williams Solid Waste and Recycling Initiatives – Proposal Springfield Hospital Annexation – Discussion Allocation of Surplus Budget Funds in Parks & Events, Gate House, & Little Sykes Railway Historic District Commission – Appointments Proposed FY 2009 Budget Amendment
OTHER: Carroll County Chapter of Maryland Municipal League Dinner in Taneytown on Thursday, December 4, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. Dinah needs to know by Monday night. Thanks. Christmas Open House – Saturday, December 6, 2008 – Santa Arrives at 6 p.m. Sykesville Historic House Tour – Sunday, December 7, 2008 – 1 – 6 p.m.
Main Street Christmas CelebrationDowntown Main StreetSaturday December 6, 2008 6 pm to 9 pm Santa Clause will arrive in town by Fire Truck & light the town Christmas tree at 6:00 PM. He will greet the kids till 9:00 at the Red Caboose. The S&P Railway will have its model train displays open offering complimentary hot chocolate & coffees Come Downtown for that Hometown Main St Holiday Charm and browse our beautifully decorated window displays.
20081124 Sykesville Mayor and council agenda for November 24 2008
MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL OF SYKESVILLE AGENDA FOR MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2008, 7:00 P.M.
QUORUM: Mayor MINUTES: Town Clerk TREASURER’S REPORT: Town Treasurer
PUBLIC CONCERNS
BUSINESS Public Safety Report – Chief Williams Solid Waste and Recycling Initiatives – Alternatives - Update CIP Committee – Citizen at Large Appointment Town Projects – Street Paving, River Place, Lexington Run Park, Warfield Park Path, and future projects. OTHER: CLOSED SESSION: 1. Legal Consultation – 2. Property Acquisition – 3. Personnel –
Job Opening for MAINTENANCE WORKER Town of Sykesville Maintenance Worker. Duties: landscaping, minor maintenance repairs, refuse collection, other maintenance related duties. at least 18 years old, valid driver’s license, good driving record. Starting $11.31 per hour. Health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, long and short term disability, leave benefits. Call 410-795-8959, visit the Town Office at 7547 Main Street for an application and job description. Open until filled. EOE
The Town of Sykesville’s Department of Public Works will keep to its regular trash collection schedule for the week of November 10, 2008. PLEASE PLACE YOUR TRASH AT CURBSIDE ON YOUR USUAL COLLECTION DAY. If you have any questions, please call Ron Esworthy, Public Works Director at 410-795-8959.
20081110 Sykesville Council Agenda for November 10 2008
Update: The Sykesville Mayor and Town Council meeting and public forum scheduled for Monday, September 22, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Sykesville Town House will be held on that same date at 7:30 p.m. in the Cafeteria at the Sykesville Middle School, 7301 Springfield Avenue, Sykesville, MD. The public forum is regarding the transfer of Rosewood patients to Springfield Hospital. Questions, call 410-795-8959, or email driley AT sykesville.net.
MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL OF SYKESVILLE AGENDA FOR MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2008, 7:30 P.M. SYKESVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL CAFETERIA 7301 SPRINGFIELD AVENUE, SYKESVILLE, MD
QUORUM: Mayor MINUTES: Town Clerk TREASURER’S REPORT: Town Treasurer
PUBLIC CONCERNS BUSINESS Parks and Events Committee - Appointment Transfer of Rosewood Patients to Springfield Hospital – Public Forum Public Safety Report – Chief Williams Curfew Ordinance – Proposed Amendment – Introduction Carroll County Chapter of MML Dinner – Thursday, October 9, 2008 in Hampstead Statement of Support for the Guard and Reserve Reschedule next meeting date OTHER: CLOSED SESSION:
Sykesville 35th Annual Fall FestivalDowntown Main StreetSaturday October 11, 2008 9 am to 5 pmMoon Bounce, Pumpkin Painting, Crafters, Food, Live Entertainment MODEL RAILROAD DISPLAYSKIDS CAN RIDE THE LITTLE SYKES RAILROADFACE PAINTING AND OTHER MERRIMENT BYSILLY WILLY THE CLOWNLive Music by CruiseTri Star Demonstrations50/50 and Gift Raffles
2008 SYKESVILLE APPLE BUTTER MARKET Location: The Apple Warehouse Grounds on West Friendship Road, right across the bridge from Downtown Sykesville. Also known as Howard County’s South Branch Park.
Market Dates: The last Sunday of the months June through October September 28, and October 26 Time: 10 am to 3 pm Contact: 410-795-8959
20080922 Sykesville Council Agenda for September 22, 2008
Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department, Inc.
P.O. Box 275
Sykesville, Maryland 21784
PRESS RELEASE
September 14, 2008
Media Contact:
Dennis E. Beard, SFDFD Public Information Officer, 410-984-9106
Community invited to celebrate and join the fun!
Sykesville Fire Department’s 75th Anniversary Parade Rolls Down Sykesville’s Main Street this Sunday
SYKESVILLE, MD –The Westminster Municipal Band will lead the 75th anniversary parade of the Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department on Sunday, September 21, at 2 p.m. in Sykesville. The Department’s oldest living members will proudly serve as Honorary Parade Grand Marshals: Mr. Louis Rosier (87 years old), and Mrs. Isabella Harding (101 years old).
Participants will gather at the Sykesville Middle School and the parade will step out at 2 p.m. and move down Springfield Avenue to Main Street, ending at the south end of Main Street, the original site of the department. Following the parade, participants and parade watchers are all invited to the current Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department at 6680 Sykesville Road for light refreshments.
The parade will include antique fire engines, fire apparatus from neighboring departments, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, local service organizations and car clubs. Past Department fire chiefs, presidents, auxiliary and life members will also participate.
If you or your organization would like to participate, there’s still time. Contact Mary Carole Stiffler at (410) 365-7744 or Sue Tarrant at (410) 795-7122.
20080818 Sykesville ALERT about bogus Telephone Solicitors
August 18, 2008
TELEPHONE SOLICITATIONS
Please be aware that the Town of Sykesville and the Sykesville Police Department does not, and has not, solicited for donations or contributions via the telephone or door to door.
Should you receive a similar request, please ask for the individual's name and telephone number and contact the Sykesville Police Department by calling (410) 795-0757.
We do want to inform you that the Fraternal Order of Police conducts annual funding campaigns by telephone and is a legitimate cause. Feel free to contact us to verify the validity of their requests as well.
John R. Williams, Jr. Chief of Police
Sykesville Police Department 7547 Main Street Sykesville, MD 21784 (410) 795-0757 fax (410) 795-8864
That's serious business. Don't kid yourself that it can't happen to you. The basics of fire safety are something that every family needs to practice every day.
Recently in CarrollCounty there have been a number of fires that garnered public attenti...[Read full story]
We can honor firefighting heritage by preventing disaster
That's serious business. Don't kid yourself that it can't happen to you. The basics of fire safety are something that every family needs to practice every day.
Recently in CarrollCounty there have been a number of fires that garnered public attention. Fortunately, most of the incidents of late have not involved serious injury or death, but the resulting property damage still takes a toll on a community.
One thing you can do right away is put fresh batteries in your smoke alarm(s) and make sure these basic safety devices are working properly.
The next thing you can do is talk with your family about a fire escape plan. In fact, "Practice Your Escape Plan" is this year's National Fire Protection Association theme for Fire Prevention Week 2007. For more information and a worksheet for developing a home fire escape plan, visit firepreventionweek.org.
You can also take the opportunity to learn more about fire protection services in CarrollCounty.
There's a rich history and tradition of citizens volunteering their time and talent to the 14 fire companies in Carroll.
In the Sykesville-Eldersburg area, there are several references to a "Sykesville Fire Company" in various old newspaper articles after Sykesville incorporated in 1904, but it appears it wasn't until summer 1933 that the predecessor to what we now know as the Sykesville-Freedom District Fire Department was formerly organized.
The Dec. 10, 1920 edition of the Union Bridge Pilot has an article in it about the "large flour mill of the Maryland Milling and Supply Company, at Sykesville É was totally destroyed by fire Wednesday night É causing a loss of about $20,000 É
"A chemical engine, the only fire apparatus in the town, could render but little service, and the flames gained headway with alarming rapidity. A large crowd assembled, but could do nothing more than to stand and look on."
The April 13, 1923, edition of the long-defunct Democratic Advocate carried a headline: "Mr. and Mrs. John Harris, With Baby Ill From Pneumonia, Flee In Night-Clothes."
The article declares that a fire was "believed to have been caused by a defective flue in the home of John Harris, threatened to destroy the town of Sykesville, Monday morning about 3:30 o'clock. É At one time the Harris house, the town hall, the jail and the 'old volunteer house,' occupied by the fire company, were in flames É"
"Hardly more than a bucket brigade the Sykesville Volunteer Fire Company is said to have done excellent work in fighting the flames until the arrival of the Westminster company."
According to a history posted on the Sykesville-Freedom District Fire Department's Web site, on September 18, 1933, the first members of the Sykesville Fire Department were elected. They included: J. Marion Harris, President; H. Lester Phelps, Vice President; Celius L. Brown, Secretary; J. Nevin Ports, Treasurer and Leo F. Chrobot, Chief.
On Dec. 14, 1933, the department purchased the "old store on lower S. Main Street and a 1933 American LaFrance fire engine was purchased to serve the community," according to the department Web site.
"In 1939, plans were made to acquire new apparatus. The current fire station was too small so the station moved to across the street to the 'old stone store.' This building was used until 1949 when it was sold to St. Barnabas Church."
During the dedication ceremony for the new Main Street station on May 14, 1949, the fire alarm rang, and as the Eldersburg-Sykesville area has grown, the increasing number of calls has continued.
In 1972, a second station was built on Sykesville Road, and the company operated two station houses until November 1981.
It was also in 1972 that Libby Luebberman became the first female to qualify to ride the emergency apparatus in Sykesville. She was one of the first in the county and one of the first in the state.
CarrollCounty volunteer firefighters are among our greatest heroes.
They take time away from their families and risk their lives daily to protect us and our homes.
We can help thank them by working to prevent disasters ... and by being prepared.
Kevin Dayhoff writes from Westminster. E-mail him at: kdayhoff@carr.org.
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