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From constables to bailiffs to chiefs, a history of Westminster policing

By Kevin Dayhoff December 14, 2011

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More than 90 years ago — on Dec. 6, 1920, to be precise — the Westminster Common Council approved the appointment of two additional "night patrolmen" to the ranks of the Westminster Police Department.

According to an old file copy of the history of the Westminster Police Department, "It was felt that there existed inadequate protection due to the number of frequent 'robberies and bank holdups.' "

The first recorded "constable" in the city's history was William Grumbine, appointed June 20, 1839 — just two days after the city passed its ordinance establishing town constables, according to the police history account.

"Constables were paid 33 1/2 cents for every person apprehended. … They would work from their homes and walk to handle any calls for service." ... http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/carroll/neighborhoods/westminster/ph-ce-eagle-archive-1218-20111214,0,5350241.story

From constables to bailiffs to chiefs, a history of Westminster policing

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Laying down the law against speeding buggies and kite flying

Laying down the law against speeding buggies and kite flying

by Kevin Dayhoff

The history of policing is always interesting, and offers a glimpse to how past generations viewed law and order.

According to an old copy of the history of the Westminster Police Department, it was on May 20, 1850, that Westminster's law enforcement title of Borough or Town Constable changed to "City Bailiff," with Elias Yingling being appointed as the city's first bailiff.

The title of bailiff, referring to law enforcement officials, continued until 1979... http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/carroll/news/community/ph-ce-eagle-archive-0522-20110518,0,6837324.story

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Cops on Rooftops fundraiser for Special Olympics a great success

Westminster Police Chief Jeff Spaulding raised a bucket full of donations at the Cops on Rooftops Special Olympics fundraiser September 25, 2010.  Photo by Kevin Dayhoff

Cops on Rooftops fundraiser for Special Olympics a great success

$8,332.00 raised in 30 hours in an event full of good humor for a worthy cause

By Kevin Dayhoff  http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/10/cops-on-rooftops-fundraiser-for-special.html

Posted 9/29/2010

A rested Westminster Police Chief Jeff Spaulding gave a report on the recent “Cops on Rooftops” fundraising event at the Westminster mayor and common council meeting last Monday.

He looked none the worse for wear after spending over 30 hours perched on the roof of the Dunkin' Donuts, on Route 140 in Westminster last Saturday and Sunday.

After the obligatory humor about cops and doughnuts, Spaulding confessed that he was proud that he only ate two doughnuts in the 30 hours he spend with his colleague, Lt. Andrew Winner, commander of the Maryland State Police Westminster barrack, raising money for Special Olympics Athletes.

“Well, we endured the heat, the cold, the wind, and the rain, but the fundraiser was a great success.  We raised well in excess of our $5,000 goal for Special Olympics last weekend…” 

The total came to $8,332.00, said Spaulding with some pride and a bit of subdued amazement that they surpassed their goal by so much.

At 9:30 last Saturday night the two intrepid police officers had already raised over $3,500.00 when Explore Carroll visited to check their progress (and their welfare.)

“It’s going well,” said Spaulding over the sounds of the radio playing and the steady stream of well-wishers from below.  Up on the rooftop, Winner and Spaulding had nested quite well, with lawn chairs, food, and an awning overhead set-up to provide all the comforts of home – on a highway store rooftop, that is.

How Spaulding only ate two doughnuts is amazing since their rooftop digs were constantly bombarded with the aromas of doughnuts being made in the store below. 

“Oh, geeze, what’s that?  It’s apple.  I think they are now making something with apples” (in the store below,) lamented Spaulding at one point.  “Oh man, this is torture,” he laughed as he traded words of encouragement with Winner not to eat too many doughnuts throughout the evening.

Of course, both Winner and Spaulding are athletes themselves and do not look like they eat too many doughnuts.  “Look at this guy,” Spaulding said of Winner last Saturday night. 

“Does he look like he eats a lot of doughnuts?”

"Don't answer that," Winner said.

“The citizens of Carroll County have been quite generous,” said Spaulding.  “Frankly, that does not surprise me,” he elaborated as he added how he has always been amazed as to how well Carroll countians support social causes with generosity.

Winner quickly added in agreement, “I have been truly amazed at the generosity of Carroll County.  A lot of people made a special effort to come and make a donation.”

Maryland State Police spokesperson Greg Shipley was also there last Saturday evening to cheer Winner and Spaulding on.

“It’s commendable…,” said Shipley.  When asked for further comment, Shipley explained that all the attention needed to be on the two police officers and the special needs athletes they support.

“Hey, I’m just here to congratulate them on what looks to be a successful event.  It’s nice that two officers give-up their weekend for such a good cause,” said a smiling Shipley as he traded humor with Winner and Spaulding from the parking lot below.

"It's a great cause," Spaulding said of Special Olympics.  “Law enforcement has a long history of supporting Special Olympics.”

So does Spaulding.  He is a central regional coordinator for the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics, and has participated in that event since 1986.

His interest started 23 years ago when he was an officer in the Howard County Police Department and was asked to participate in Maryland's first Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.

Since then, he has volunteered to raise money for and awareness about Special Olympics.  He attends Special Olympics competitions as far away as Japan to serve as a security guard, awards presenter or volunteer.

As for the doughnut shop rooftop stunt, the idea came from law enforcement officers in Illinois who took to the rooftops of 94 Dunkin' Donuts locations in 2009, and raised more than $182,000.

In Maryland last year, one location in Laurel participated in the promotion and raised $7,000.  This year, Westminster joined three other participating locations in College Park, Ocean City, and Glen Burnie.

Last Monday night at the Westminster council meeting, Spaulding explained that a retired state trooper made a special trip to donate $1,000.00 on Sunday and the owner of the Dunkin’ Donuts also donated $1,000.00 to the cause.

“And folks are still asking if they can still donate,” said Spaulding.  “And the answer is yes, just be in touch with me at the (Westminster Police) station.”

For information about donating to the fund for Special Olympics of Maryland, go to the organization's website at www.somd.org or call 410-789-6677, or call Spaulding at the police station at 410-848-4646.  Contributing doughnuts is optional.

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Cops on Rooftops fundraiser for Special Olympics a great success

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Westminster Police Chief Jeff Spaulding raised a bucket full of donations at the Cops on Rooftops Special Olympics fundraiser September 25, 2010.  Photo by Kevin Dayhoff

Cops on Rooftops fundraiser for Special Olympics a great success

$8,332.00 raised in 30 hours in an event full of good humor for a worthy cause

By Kevin Dayhoff  http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/10/cops-on-rooftops-fundraiser-for-special.html

Labels: Food doughnuts, MD Special Olympics, MD State Police MSP, MD State Police Winner Andy, Non-profits, Westminster Police, Westminster Police Chief Spaulding-Jeff - See more at: http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/10/cops-on-rooftops-fundraiser-for-special.html#sthash.6mPEA8It.dpuf 

Posted 9/29/2010

A rested Westminster Police Chief Jeff Spaulding gave a report on the recent “Cops on Rooftops” fundraising event at the Westminster mayor and common council meeting last Monday.

He looked none the worse for wear after spending over 30 hours perched on the roof of the Dunkin' Donuts, on Route 140 in Westminster last Saturday and Sunday.

After the obligatory humor about cops and doughnuts, Spaulding confessed that he was proud that he only ate two doughnuts in the 30 hours he spend with his colleague, Lt. Andrew Winner, commander of the Maryland State Police Westminster barrack, raising money for Special Olympics Athletes.

“Well, we endured the heat, the cold, the wind, and the rain, but the fundraiser was a great success.  We raised well in excess of our $5,000 goal for Special Olympics last weekend…” 

The total came to $8,332.00, said Spaulding with some pride and a bit of subdued amazement that they surpassed their goal by so much.

At 9:30 last Saturday night the two intrepid police officers had already raised over $3,500.00 when Explore Carroll visited to check their progress (and their welfare.)

“It’s going well,” said Spaulding over the sounds of the radio playing and the steady stream of well-wishers from below.  Up on the rooftop, Winner and Spaulding had nested quite well, with lawn chairs, food, and an awning overhead set-up to provide all the comforts of home – on a highway store rooftop, that is.

How Spaulding only ate two doughnuts is amazing since their rooftop digs were constantly bombarded with the aromas of doughnuts being made in the store below. 

“Oh, geeze, what’s that?  It’s apple.  I think they are now making something with apples” (in the store below,) lamented Spaulding at one point.  “Oh man, this is torture,” he laughed as he traded words of encouragement with Winner not to eat too many doughnuts throughout the evening.

Of course, both Winner and Spaulding are athletes themselves and do not look like they eat too many doughnuts.  “Look at this guy,” Spaulding said of Winner last Saturday night. 

“Does he look like he eats a lot of doughnuts?”

"Don't answer that," Winner said.

“The citizens of Carroll County have been quite generous,” said Spaulding.  “Frankly, that does not surprise me,” he elaborated as he added how he has always been amazed as to how well Carroll countians support social causes with generosity.

Winner quickly added in agreement, “I have been truly amazed at the generosity of Carroll County.  A lot of people made a special effort to come and make a donation.”

Maryland State Police spokesperson Greg Shipley was also there last Saturday evening to cheer Winner and Spaulding on.

“It’s commendable…,” said Shipley.  When asked for further comment, Shipley explained that all the attention needed to be on the two police officers and the special needs athletes they support.

“Hey, I’m just here to congratulate them on what looks to be a successful event.  It’s nice that two officers give-up their weekend for such a good cause,” said a smiling Shipley as he traded humor with Winner and Spaulding from the parking lot below.

"It's a great cause," Spaulding said of Special Olympics.  “Law enforcement has a long history of supporting Special Olympics.”

So does Spaulding.  He is a central regional coordinator for the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics, and has participated in that event since 1986.

His interest started 23 years ago when he was an officer in the Howard County Police Department and was asked to participate in Maryland's first Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.

Since then, he has volunteered to raise money for and awareness about Special Olympics.  He attends Special Olympics competitions as far away as Japan to serve as a security guard, awards presenter or volunteer.

As for the doughnut shop rooftop stunt, the idea came from law enforcement officers in Illinois who took to the rooftops of 94 Dunkin' Donuts locations in 2009, and raised more than $182,000.

In Maryland last year, one location in Laurel participated in the promotion and raised $7,000.  This year, Westminster joined three other participating locations in College Park, Ocean City, and Glen Burnie.

Last Monday night at the Westminster council meeting, Spaulding explained that a retired state trooper made a special trip to donate $1,000.00 on Sunday and the owner of the Dunkin’ Donuts also donated $1,000.00 to the cause.

“And folks are still asking if they can still donate,” said Spaulding.  “And the answer is yes, just be in touch with me at the (Westminster Police) station.”

For information about donating to the fund for Special Olympics of Maryland, go to the organization's website at www.somd.org or call 410-789-6677, or call Spaulding at the police station at 410-848-4646.  Contributing doughnuts is optional.

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WESTMINSTER POLICE DEPARTMENT SUCCESSFULLY CONCLUDES UNDERCOVER DRUG OPERATION

WESTMINSTER POLICE DEPARTMENT SUCCESSFULLY CONCLUDES UNDERCOVER DRUG OPERATION


IMMEDIATE RELEASE

August 9, 2010

During the month of May, 2010 investigators with the Westminster Police Department Narcotics Section began compiling intelligence regarding the distribution of illegal drugs in the downtown area of Westminster. During the course of this investigation an undercover police officer was utilized to identify and make a series of hand-to-hand purchases of illegal drugs directly from a number of suspects. As a result of this 6-week undercover investigation, five (5) Grand Jury Indictments were obtained and served for the felonious distribution of illegal drugs to the undercover officer. Additionally, nine (9) search and seizure warrants were obtained and executed – each relating to the illegal sale and possession of drugs. A total of ten (10) individuals were arrested during the month of July pursuant to this investigation. It should be noted that an undercover police officer employed by the Frederick Police Department was utilized to conduct the undercover drug purchases here in Westminster – this accomplished under a Memoranda of Understanding between the two police agencies.

The following individuals were arrested on Grand Jury Indictments secured as a result of this investigation:

Christopher Travis Aponte, B/M, Age 21

1^st Block of Chase Street, Westminster

Mercedes NMN Pinero, W/F, Age 55

1^st Block of Chase Street, Westminster

Robert Jerry Seville Jr., B/M, Age 19

1^st Block of W. George Street, Westminster

**Mr. Seville will be prosecuted as a subsequent offender based upon a prior conviction on drug distribution charges. He is therefore eligible for a 10-year minimum mandatory sentence.

Kenya Mamawaltee Butler, B/M, Age 30

4000 Block of Fernhill Avenue, Baltimore

Jean Kesnel Marcelin, B/M, Age 69

3100 Block of Main Street, Manchester

Search warrants were obtained and served at the following locations during the course of this investigation.

1) July 8, 2010 at 381 Buck Cash Drive in Westminster

Arrested:

Tiffany Rochelle Rheubottom, W/F, Age 26

300 Block of Buck Cash Drive, Westminster

Charges: Possess CDS HEROIN

Possess CDS MARIJUANA

Possess CDS paraphernalia (2 counts)

2) July 8, 2010 at 10 Carroll Street, Apt. 2, in Westminster

Arrested:

Shawn David Ellis Jr., W/M, Age 26

1^st Block of Carroll Street, Westminster

Charges: Possess CDS CRACK/COCAINE

Possess CDS paraphernalia

3) July 8, 2010 at 19 Middle Grove Court West in Westminster

No evidence seized or arrests made.

4) July 23, 2010 at 13 Chase Street, Apartment C, in Westminster

Arrested:

Mercedes Pinero and Christopher Aponte (see indictment information above). Additional charges are pending.

Jonathan Hernandez, W/M, Age 26

1^st Block of Chase Street, Westminster

Charges: Possess CDS MARIJUANA

Possess CDS paraphernalia

Krista Jennette Green, B/F, Age 22

800 Block of S. Main Street, Hampstead

Charges: Possess CDS MARIJUANA

Possess CDS paraphernalia

5) July 28, 2010 at 13 Chase Street, Apartment F, in Westminster

Arrested:

Robert Seville Jr. (see indictment information above). Additional charges are pending.

Tina Marie Philburn, W/F, Age 52

1^st Block of Chase Street, Westminster

Charges: Possess CDS CRACK/COCAINE

Possess CDS paraphernalia

6) July 28, 2010 at 37 W. George Street, Room #1, in Westminster

Drug paraphernalia, U.S. currency and documentation seized. No arrests were made at this location relating to this investigation.

7) July 29, 2010 at 3128 Main Street, Apartment C, in Manchester (both residence and 1994 Ford vehicle were searched pursuant to search warrants)

Arrested:

Jean Marcelin (see indictment information above). Additional charges pending.

8) July 29, 2010 at PNC Bank, 132 West Main Street in Westminster

This search warrant involved the seizure of monies for forfeiture. These funds are believed to be the proceeds derived from the illegal distribution of drugs.

Additionally, the following individual was arrested on July 23, 2010 on a parking lot along East Main Street in Westminster immediately after he sold drugs to an undercover police officer.

Kenya Butler (see indictment above). Additional charges are pending.

The following property and evidence was seized during the course of this investigation:

U.S. currency seized for forfeiture: $11,031.69

Crack cocaine: Approx. 19.1 grams

Percocet: 4 pills

Hydrocodone: 8 pills

Oxycontin: 18 pills

Chief Jeff Spaulding is very pleased with the outcome of this investigation. According to Chief Spaulding, “this investigation clearly demonstrates our ongoing commitment to ridding our streets of those who would deal and use illegal drugs in our community. They should be warned that the person they are selling to could well be an undercover officer. I wish to express my sincere thanks to Chief Kim Dine of the Frederick Police Department and his capable staff for their assistance with this investigation. Interagency cooperation, such as that demonstrated in this case, is essential if we are to be successful in these times of stretched resources and lean budgets.”

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Westminster MD Police: Double Shooting Arrest last Wednesday

Last Wednesday, February 24, 2010, Westminster MD Police Department announces the arrest of one of the suspects from the double shooting which occurred on February 2, 2010.

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WESTMINSTER POLICE DEPARTMENT
36 LOCUST STREET
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
410-848-4646

JEFFREY SPAULDING
CHIEF OF POLICE

IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 24, 2010

The Westminster Police Department, Criminal Investigations Bureau, has arrested one of the individuals responsible for the double-shooting that occurred on Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at 2:30 p.m. The shootings occurred at 99 Charles St. which is located within the Bishops Garth apartment complex.

Dominique KEYSER, Black Male, 19 years of age, was arrested in Woodbury, N.J. after a drug sweep by local officials in that jurisdiction. A fingerprint match conducted by New Jersey officials revealed that Mr. Keyser was wanted in Maryland. He is currently on a no bond status in the Carroll County Detention Center.

Mr. Keyser has been charged with:

Attempt First Degree Murder, Conspiracy to Commit Attempted 1st Degree Murder, 2 counts 1st Degree Assault, Use of a Handgun in the Commission of a Felony and Unlawful Carrying of a Handgun on Person

The Westminster Police Department continues to look for one additional suspect in the shooting. He is identified as:

Kashon NMN Harris, Black Male, 28 years of age
Last Known Address in Baltimore, MD.

A $500.00 reward is being offered for the apprehension of Mr. Harris. Any citizen with information on the location of Mr. Harris should contact the Westminster Police Department, Criminal Investigations Bureau, at (410) 848-4646 or the TIPS Line at (410) 857-8477.

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MEDIA CONTACT

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Administrative Bureau
Westminster Police Department
36 Locust Street
Westminster, Maryland 21157
(410) 848-1638

WESTMINSTER POLICE DEPARTMENT
TIPS LINE— (410) 857-8477

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Westminster Police investigate double shooting

The Westminster Police Department is currently investigating double shooting which occurred on Tuesday

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IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 2, 2010

WESTMINSTER POLICE DEPARTMENT
36 LOCUST STREET
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
410-848-4646

JEFFREY SPAULDING CHIEF OF POLICE

The Westminster Police Department is currently investigating double shooting which occurred on Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at 2:30 p.m. The shooting location was 99 Charles St. which is located in the Bishops Garth apartment complex.

Initial investigation revealed that three black male subjects came to an apartment in building 99 to continue an on-going argument. Once the door was answered, one of the three individuals produced a handgun and fired numerous shots into the apartment. Two subjects inside of the apartment were struck by the gunfire. One victim sustained a gunshot wound to the arm and the other a grazing gunshot wound to the buttocks. Both subjects were transported to Carroll County General Hospital for treatment.

After the shooting, the three black males subjects were observed running to the rear of the apartment buildings. The only description of the suspects at this time is that they are in their early 20s.

Investigators are speaking with the victims and other subjects that were in or near the apartment at the time of the shooting to determine both the motive and possible identities of the suspects.

Any citizen with information on this shooting should contact the Westminster Police Department, Criminal Investigations Bureau at (410) 848-4646 or the TIPS Line at (410) 857-8477.

MEDIA CONTACT

Captain Gerry Frischkorn
Administrative Bureau
Westminster Police Department
36 Locust Street
Westminster, Maryland

WESTMINSTER POLICE DEPARTMENT TIPS LINE— (410) 857-8477

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Westminster Police investigating Armed Robbery

Westminster Police investigating Armed Robbery http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/02/westminster-police-investigating-armed.html

WESTMINSTER POLICE DEPARTMENT
36 LOCUST STREET
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
410-848-4646

JEFFREY SPAULDING CHIEF OF POLICE

IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 2, 2010

The Westminster Police Department is currently investigating an armed robbery which occurred on February 2, 2010 at 12:35 a.m. at a private residence in the unit block of Shaffer Avenue.

An unknown masked assailant entered the residence, produced a handgun and demanded money from the two residents inside. An altercation ensued and one of the residents was struck multiple times about the head and face by the assailant with the handgun. The victim refused medical treatment.

After the altercation, the suspect fled the residence. The suspect is described as:

W/M, 5’5”-5’7” tall and weighing approximately 160 lbs. The suspect was last seen wearing a black puffy winter jacket over top of a grey hooded sweatshirt. During the robbery, the suspect had a “T” shirt covering his face.

A $500.00 reward is being offered for the identification, arrest and conviction of the suspect in this incident.

Citizens with information about this armed robbery are requested to contact Det. Richard Lambert, Westminster Police Department, Criminal Investigations Bureau at (410) 848-4646 or the TIPS Line at (410) 857-8477.

MEDIA CONTACT

Captain Gerry Frischkorn
Administrative Bureau
Westminster Police Department
36 Locust Street
Westminster, Maryland

WESTMINSTER POLICE DEPARTMENT TIPS LINE— (410) 857-8477

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Westminster Police Department Receives Donated Police Vehicle

Westminster Police Department Receives Donated Police Vehicle

January 13, 2009 http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/2010/01/westminster-police-department-receives.html

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WESTMINSTER POLICE DEPARTMENT RECEIVES DONATED POLICE VEHICLE

The Westminster Police Department is very pleased to announce that they have recently been the recipient of a 2010 Ford Explorer police vehicle, which was donated to the Department by Water Depot, Inc. of New Windsor. The vehicle was donated by the leadership team of Water Depot, Inc. to support the Community Education Section of the Police Department in their continuing outreach efforts to children in the Westminster area. These efforts include the D.A.R.E. Program (Drug Awareness and Resistance Education), Shop With A Cop, Camp Cops and many others.

The keys to the donated vehicle were presented to Chief Spaulding by a representative of Water Depot, Inc. during the Common Council meeting on January 11, 2010. Pictures of the vehicle are attached.

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Community Education Section
Westminster Police

WESTMINSTER POLICE DEPARTMENT
TIPS LINE—(410) 857-8477

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Shop with a Cop events planned for Dec 12

Shop with a Cop events planned for Dec 12

WESTMINSTER POLICE DEPARTMENT
36 LOCUST STREET
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
410-848-4646

JEFFREY SPAULDING
CHIEF OF POLICE

IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 2, 2009

On December 12, 2009 at 7:30 a.m., the Westminster Police Department in conjunction with the Westminster Wal-Mart will be hosting our 6th Annual “Shop With A Cop” Program.

The “Shop With A Cop” program originated in 1978 as a way to give deserving children an opportunity to purchase Christmas gifts for their family members.

The program also gives children the opportunity to meet and spend time with police officers in a positive and non-confrontational environment.

Our “Shop With A Cop” celebration will take place at the Westminster Wal-Mart which is located at 280 Woodward Road, Westminster, Maryland.

The children selected will be teamed with a Police Department employee to pick out gifts for the holiday season. Wal-Mart will be providing gift cards in order for the children to purchase their holiday gifts.

After our shopping is completed, everyone will return to the Westminster Senior Center where we will wrap those gifts that were purchased.

Following the gift-wrapping, the Police Department will be hosting a holiday party from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Westminster Senior Center for all participating families to attend.

Additionally, a visit from Santa will take place during the holiday party.

Over 90 local businesses have made a donation to support the “Shop With A Cop” program. Approximately 300 “Angels” were purchased by the citizens of Carroll County.

These gifts will be distributed to the children and their families

Please contact Sgt. Keith Benfer at (410) 857-9282 with any questions.

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Sgt. Keith Benfer
Community Education Section
Westminster Police Department
36 Locust Street
Westminster, Maryland 21157
(410) 857-9282

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Main Street businesses decry public safety isues

Westminster Eagle Westminster city council report:

Main Street businesses decry public safety issues

The use of surveillance cameras to be investigated

November 23, 2009 By Kevin Dayhoff

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The number one topic of recent discussions with downtown Westminster businesses was public safety, say Westminster officials.

The discussion and feedback come at a time when the flagging national economy continues to hurt local businesses and the city budget remains in dire straights.

Westminster Mayor Kevin Utz presented the Common Council with a number of recommendations that resulted from five Main Street roundtable discussions held by Westminster officials in the last two months.

The feedback from the Westminster Main Street businesses was the highlight the Westminster mayor and Common Council meeting last Monday.

“We have asked 35 businesses to attend five Main Street Roundtables over the past two months and I would like to summarize the discussions and put forth a series of recommendations for your consideration,” said Utz.

Utz then comprehensively reviewed a summary of the business roundtable findings and four recommendations.

A copy of the summary was given to the Westminster Eagle by Westminster city administrator Marge Wolf.

It reveals that the “business owners (have) requested more police presence, particularly when the stores are closing for the evening. The businesses owners would like to partner with the police department, reporting questionable activities and observations.”

“We need to have our residents and citizens feel comfortable being on Main Street,” said Utz as council members looked-on and nodded in approval.

As a result: “An officer has been assigned to patrol the Main Street area from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Additional officers will be assigned to patrol the area when businesses close.

“In addition, the (Westminster Police Department) will develop strategies to familiarize the merchants with both Command staff and patrol officers and will investigate the use of camera in strategic locations to assist the patrol officers,” Utz read from the report.

In a related problem, Utz noted that “The City of Westminster is also the County Seat for Carroll County and as such provides a wide range of social services in our town.

“This fact, coupled with the fact that the churches in the area are very magnanimous in providing additional services to this client group, results in groups of clients congregating in public areas.”

The recommendation offered at the meeting was that the “Mayor will convene a Roundtable with area church representatives to discuss possible solutions to this problem.”

Business owners also said at the roundtable discussions that many of the local shopkeepers “are not the property owners and, as group, they feel the landlords do not maintain the properties to even code standards.

“The rents are not affordable for most small businesses and the landlords are not willing to work with small businesses. Small businesses have special funding needs and need special assistance. The business owners supported the rental licensing of apartments as an avenue to improving properties to code standards.”

It was recommended that the city initiate “a revolving loan program … to provide low-interest loans to new businesses or businesses expanding in the Main Street area.”

The program would be undertaken by the Westminster Town Center Corporation, an organization developed a number of years ago to advance business interests in the city.

In addition it was recommended that city officials “Continue the work on the more stringent building maintenance code and maintain the timetable for implementation on July I, 2010.

“The Code Enforcement Officer will focus on the Main Street area in a concentrated effort to maintain not only the appearance but the health and safety standards in our Code.”

Marketing the downtown businesses was also the focus of concern: “The Roundtable participants offered a number of suggestions for increased activity on Main Street, including additional activities and events.

“The need for a solid marketing plan to promote the Westminster image was supported by a number of the participants.”

It was recommended that the city “Fund a marketing study for Main Street and consolidate our various promotional budget items into one line item to fund those marketing activities. Develop one brand and one coherent message to promote our downtown.”

It was not discussed at the meeting how the “marketing study” would be funded or whether or not the study would be done in-house or if an outside agency might be hired to do the job.

The final recommendation was that city officials “Continue the Main Street Roundtables on a monthly basis. Convene additional Roundtables with the property owners and church representatives to discuss various concerns expressed by the business owners.

“Continue to pursue the development of the Route 27 Corridor, former Westminster Inn, Stocksdale property and former Ain't that a Frame location to jumpstart the Main Street area and provide a destination for visitors and tourists.”

Look for updates to this and other stories about Westminster city government on our website, http://www.explorecarroll.com/.

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