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Dorsey Emmanuel A Church Founded in 1850
Summary: Dorsey Emmanuel United Methodist Church, is located at 6951 Dorsey Road, just inside the Howard County line in the far eastern end of the County. The church was founded in 1850 as the “Baltimore Mission of Elkridge Landing. ” Later, it changed its name to Zion Evangelical Church of Dorsey. The first services were conducted entirely in German.
Leading the Millennium
Summary: The New Millennium Band won the best band ausard in the EVFD parude in Elkridge.
The Muleman
Summary: I first met the Muleman at the official kickoff for the Elkridge Food Pantry’s new organic garden. He was entertaining the participants with his music, play- ing the guitar and singing some rock and blues. When one of the folks told me that he also played for the children at Ellridge Elementary School, I had to go over to meet him and listen to his story. Like most of us with children, Sam Miller is known by many names: “Mr. Miller,” “Wynne’s Dad” and even the “Muleman. ” During the week, Sam Miller is one of the lunch and recess monitors at Elkridge Flementary School Not only does it provide a little extra income, but gives him the opportunity to be- come closely involved with his son. Unlike most of us with school-age children, he gets to know his son’s classmates and understand the day-to-day reality of elementary school life. When it is raining outside during recess, the students get the opportunity to listen to him. Children join in the sing-along songs, clapping their hands, moving their feet and some even get up and start dancing. This may just give parents the incentive to come and join their child.
Loudon Avenue Bridge
Summary: As of this writing, the Loudon Avenue culvert is still under construction. This bridge gives Harwood Park and Hanover communities an alternative access road in and out of their neighborhoods. According to Mr. Steve Sharar, county engineer, “at the most, it (the road) should be (completed by) the end of the month. ” After Loudon Avenue is officially reopened, the Department of Public Works will evaluate the traffic on Hanover Road.
Horizontally Inclined
Summary: Elkridge Resident Chris Ford Sails and Races a Catamaran Local sailors, Chris Ford from Elkridge and Tony Arends from Annapolis, traveled to Bristol, Rhode Island to race their A-Class Catamarans over the weekend of August 14 and 15. The A-Class Catamarans are one-person racing boats that are 18′ long, 8′ wide and weigh only 165 pounds. Like the Tour de France bicycles, these boats are built from carbon fiber-light and tough. These hi-tech machines zoom through the water at speeds up to 28 mph. To reach this high speed sailors are suspended over the side of the boats by wires called trapezes. With the tipping, splashing and close action, this racing makes for exciting sailing. The sailors in Bristol are among the best in the country. Lars Guck, who won the regatta, has been a member of the U. S. Olympic Sailing Team for several years. Lats is also the owner of a high tech boat workshop. Ben Hall (the Admiral) took second place. He is a part owner of one of the preeminent build- ers of sail boat masts in the world. Bristol has interesting sights for sailors as well. It is home to the Herreshoff shipbuilding museum. The Herreshoff brothers constructed many sail and powerboats from the 1890s to 1940s, including the largest America’s Cup boat.
Nears Completion
Summary: It is our understanding that a portion of the study will include the gathering of data to de termine the number of vehicles that cross the railroad tracks on Hanover Road via Loudon Avenue. Howard County Council Resolution 92-2002 to close portions of Hanover Road has been tabled by the County Council since 2002, awaiting the results of the traffic study that cannot be conducted until the bridge project is completed. -Betty McMillion
Summer Reading Pays at the Elkridge Library!
Summary: Children, teens and adults all did their reading this summer! Prize drawings were held at the conclusion of the Howard County Library’s summer reading programs and Elkridge residents of all ages shared in the rewards. Amanda, above, swan the “Reader’s Rule contest at the Elleridge Library See her prize on page & Almost 400 teens from Elkridge participated in “Say What,” the Howard County Library’s summer reading program for middle and high school age students. At the end of August, a number of Elkridge area teens won drawings for gift certifi- cates that included dinner and a show for two at Medieval Times, a free pass to Rounding Third. Target gift certificates, passes to Columbia Association facilities, movie tickets, dinner at Outback Steakhouse, and a limousine trip to AMC Theater at Columbia Mall! The Elkridge branch winners were: Kristen Barnhouse, Bethany Davis, Alex Federline, Nicole Eder, Jordan Gaines, Alyssa.
Development
Summary: A Resident’s Letter, page 2 A County’s Response, page 2 A Councilman’s View, page 4 MALIK Asliy Salle RONSTAN ИАТРИОЯ FIBERFOAM SONSTAN Elkridge resident Chris Ford races an A-Class Catamaran, a one-person boat, like the one shown above. He recently took part in a race in Bristol, Rhode Island. Pictured is Australian Glen Ashby, the current world champion. See additional photo on page 4.
Letters to the Editor
Summary: He Said, She Said The following is a copy of a letter sent to the County Executive James N. Robey and a response received from his office: Dear Mr. Robey, I am not surprised to know that you are in support of the Corridor Activity Centers planned for the Elkridge area on Route 1. You have never been in support of the Forgotten citizens of Howard County outside of Columbia and Ellicott City. This planned urbanization of Elkridge will cause more traffic problems, school overcrowding, and a hit to public safety, for which you are in no way prepared. The lack of patrol officers and fire stations in the Boulevard area to go along with the planned population increase will destroy the quality of life. I know first hand what happens when a police depart- ment has more calls than patrolmen as I work the road in PG County. We do not want the problems that PG Coшну has, but with the plan you have cooked up, they are coming and we citizens will suffer. The citi zen associations of Elkridge will fight this fight on every front, so get ready. This is a bad plan and it needs to be reconsidered. A reply would be appreciated, but I know your history of re turning correspondence as I wrote you a letter before and got nothing in return. Dear Mr. Schallmo: -Paul Schallmo, Elkridge I have been asked by County Executive James N. Robey to respond, on his behalf, to your e- mail message of July 23, 200…
Doggone Empty
Summary: Parade Route On August 21, the Elkridge Volun- teer Fire Depart- ment held Elkridge Appreciation Day. This was kicked off by a parade down Old Washington Road, followed by an open house at the fire department. As I sat waiting for the parade to start, i looked around and there were lots of spaces and not lots of people. As the pa- rade went by me, there were still lots of spaces and not lots of people. A parade and open house takes a lot of time to plan and execure. Also, other fire departments came to ride in the parade. Delegates Malone and DeBoy also rode in the parade, for no other reason than to be in the area of their constituents So, where were you. Elkridge? If you had a fire, would you expect the fire department to be as blasé about showing up as you were to the parade? It didn’t take a lot out of your life to just be there and say thanks in a public way. If you want the community life that Ellkridge has to offer, you have to start becoming part of that community. -Rita Chelton.
Do Medicare Drug Cards Offer Discounts
Summary: A report prepared for Rep. Benjamin Cardin by the United States House of Representatives Committee on Government Reform found that Medicare Drug cards provide few discounts in his district. Medicare prescrip tion drug cards became available to the public on June 1, 2004. These cards were to provide se- niors across America with significant discounts on prescription drugs. There are 33 drug cards available to se- niors in Rep. Cardin’s district. The report examined the prices each of the cards charge for the ten most popular brand-name drugs used by seniors. The report found that the drug cards are fail- ing to provide significant discounts for seniors. With the exception of some low-income seniors, who receive a $600 subsidy to help pay for drugs, most seniors will see few, if any, benefits. Specifically, the report finds: For the top ten drugs for seniors, the average prices offered by the Medicare prescription drug cards were 59% higher than Canadian prices. A 30-day supply of the arthritis drug Celebrex costs only $38.69 in Canada, compared to $78 or more with the Medicare drug cards. The federal government purchases drugs for the VA and other federal agencies through the Federal Supply Schedule. For the top ten drugs for seniors, the average prices offered by the Medicare prescription drug cards were 61% higher than the prices negotiated by the fed- eral government. A 30-day supply supply of the ulcer medication Protonix costs the federal govern ment only $44.31, compared to $88.00 or more with the Medicare drug cards. For the rop ten drugs for seniors, the aver- age prices offered by the Medicare prescrip- tion drug cards were virtually identical to the prices charged by Drugstore. com. Even with the drug card that offers the lowest overall prices, four of the top ten drugs for seniors are less expensive through Drugstore. com. The full report is available at www.cardin house.gov.
GOT FITNESS?
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Outdoor Eco-Adventure Challenge
Summary: Bike, Hike, Canoe and go to your extremes in the Team Ex- treme Outdoor Eco-Adventure Challenge in the Avalon Area of Patapsco State Park, October 9 at 8 a. m. Teams of four will try to complete a rigorous six-hour course of hiking, biking and canoeing through the Patapsco Valley State Park. The first team to finish together, with all four mem bers present, is the ultimate wirmer. Prizes will be awarded and proceeds benefit the Friends of Patapsco Valley State Park. For ages 18 and above. Cost involved. Call 410-579-8139 or e-mail n_Extreme2004@yahoo.com.
Want to become more involved in the community?
Summary: Join the Greater Elkridge Community Association using the application below. See an article from the president of GECA on page 10. Greater Elkridge Community Association Membership Form The Greater Elkridge Community Association maintains contact with all elected officials regarding the improvement and general civic welfare of all neighborhoods within the first election district. It cooperates with other similar organizations within the county for the improvement of the locality and for the welfare of the residents. Membership is open to any resident or property owner of legal voting age interested in the community and the association’s objectives. The association can only progress to the extent of its members’ support. Join today. Annual dues cover the period from January 1 to December | 31. Dues are due in January of each year. Individual dues are $3. Family membership is $5.00. Questions may be directed to Nancy McCarthy, (410) 796-4494.
Catamaran continued from page 1
Summary: ever built. Defiant was built in the 1890s and was over 200′ long. The sailors also took a tour of the Hall mast-building factory. Like A- Class Cats, the Hall brothers build their masts in carbon fiber, cook- ing them in an 80′ long pressure cooker called an autoclave. Chris and Tony had another treat in visiting the compound of a yacht called Cogito. Cogito is only 25′ long, but sports a 45′ tall wing rather than a sail. This wing is much more efficient than a fabric sail and propels this boat to high speeds eas- ily. The boat is in preparation for a regatta called the “Little America’s Cup. ” to be held in these waters next month. Challengers are expected from England and Australia The racing on Saturday began with fairly strong breezes of 18 knots. The speed of the breeze de- clined as the day progressed to a light breeze of 6 knots or so. Five close races were run. Hurricane Charley made his appearance on Sunday morning, so racing was can- celled for the day. Tony was awarded sixth place for the series and Chris was right behind him in seventh. Both boats used RacerX sails built by Tony. At the award ceremony, Tony held a drawing for a pair of sunglasses provided by his sponsor, REVO. Fittingly, they were won by the regatta winner-Lars Guck. For more information about these exciting boats, see the following Web sites: Chris’s site which is http://home.mindspring.com/-forde or the U. S. A-Class site, which is www.usaca.info
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