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• Deer Reflectors Not Effective
  • Summary:
    • Red reflectors on metal poles along Montgomery Road have led to complaints from property owners, snow removers, and those who find them visually unappealing.  
    • Phil Norman, Deer Project Manager, stated that the county is removing them due to their ineffectiveness in deterring deer from crossing the road.  
    • The reflectors were not installed at the precise distances needed for optimal results.  
    • In 2000, 882 killed deer were reported in Howard County.  
• Critical Meeting on Noise Barrier Hunt Club Residents Encouraged to Attend
  • Summary:
    • After thirty years of effort by Elkridge residents, a meeting is scheduled to discuss the construction of a sound barrier along the east side of Interstate 95 adjacent to Hunt Club Estates.  
    • The meeting will be held on February 5, 2003, at the George Howard Building in Ellicott City.  
    • Residents of Hunt Club are encouraged to attend, as the state will be seeking concurrence from at least 75% of the impacted property owners.  
    • The sound barrier aims to alleviate noise from northbound Route 1, which has been an issue since the opening of I-95 in the early 1970s.  
    • Sen. Ed Kasemeyer and Del. Jim Malone are acknowledged for their efforts in gaining approval for this project.  
    • Ed Huber  
• Patapsco: A Second Class River
  • Summary:
    • The Patapsco River is described as a 50-mile-long river with diverse ecosystems, including the Patapsco State Park.  
    • It is home to various species and offers opportunities for outdoor activities.  
    • The headwaters of the Patapsco include Gillis Falls, where Carroll County owns 1,200 acres.  
    • Logging activities in the area have raised concerns among residents and environmental groups.  
• Confessions of a Street Walker
  • Summary:
    • Gloria McCullough, a 70-year-old Girl Scout, walks regularly for her health and picks up litter along Old Washington Road and Hanover Road.  
    • She has observed that people can be careless about littering, particularly cigarette smokers.  
• Brumbaugh’s Desk
  • Summary:
    • This article provides a brief history of Dr. Benjamin B. Brumbaugh, a beloved doctor in Elkridge.  
    • It describes his life, practice, and the donation of his desk and medical items to the Elk Ridge Heritage Society.  
    • Polly Thornton  
• Intersection Control Beacon Recommended for Loudon
  • Summary:
    • The Harwood Park Neighborhood Improvement Association invited officials from the State Highway Administration to discuss a traffic engineering study at the intersection of U.S. Route 1 and Loudon Avenue.  
    • The study revealed moderate delays and queues for vehicles on westbound Loudon Avenue during peak hours.  
    • Recommendations include installing an Intersection Control Beacon (ICB), providing a stop line on Loudon Avenue, and installing “No Stopping Anytime” signs.  
    • George Miller  
• Letters to the Editor
  • Summary:
    • A Thank You: Regandi, Fe John, expresses gratitude for an article on “Russian Christmas” and acknowledges inquiries from readers.  
    • A Care-y Beary “Thank You!”: Charlotte Hains thanks the publication for an informative article on Teddy Bears for traumatized children and acknowledges contributions from readers.  
    • Untimely Eggs Cause Some to Boil Over: Rita Chelton shares observations from the Breakfast with Santa event, addressing complaints about wait times and seating while praising the volunteers.  
    • E-nough Is E-nough: Rita Chelton expresses frustration with the forwarding of jokes, chain letters, and unwanted content via e-mail.  
• Howard County Delegation Holds Public Hearing
  • Summary:
    • The Howard County Delegation to the Maryland General Assembly will hold a public hearing for input on statewide issues, including education, environment, health care, human rights, public safety, and transportation.  
    • The hearing will also cover local legislation HoCo9-03, which proposes increasing the transfer tax for new school construction and renovation.  
• Congressman Cardin Begins Monthly Outreach Program
  • Summary:
    • Congressman Ben Cardin will begin monthly outreach hours at the Elkridge Library.  
    • The program aims to provide constituents with access to the Congressman’s office.  
• Harwood Park Group Becoming More Involved
  • Summary:
    • A group of neighbors in Harwood Park has come together to address speeding and traffic safety concerns in their neighborhood.  
    • They are working with the Howard County Traffic Engineering Division on solutions such as new signs, speed enforcement, and the possible installation of a sidewalk.  
    • Betty McMillion  
• Quilters Offer Another Quilt for Raffle
  • Summary:
    • The Elkridge Evening Quilters have created a quilt to be raffled to benefit an Elkridge boy in need of medical equipment.  
    • The quilters will be selling tickets at various locations, and the raffle drawing will take place on April 3, 2003.  
• New Cutout Features Thomas Viaduct
  • Summary:
    • Cutouts of the Thomas Viaduct are available for sale at Gina’s Flowers in Elkridge for $20, with proceeds benefiting the Relay Improvement Association.  
• Cashing in at the Car Wash
  • Summary:
    • During a period of heavy rain, the Water Works Car Wash in Elkridge decided to offer a prize to any customer who came in for a car wash.  
    • Mary Snodgrass, the reporter’s sister, became a winner when she brought her car in to be washed.  
    • Polly Thornton  
• Birdbath Has Roots
  • Summary:
    • The article discusses the history of a birdbath located in the flowerbed near the former home and office of Dr. Bruce Brumbaugh.  
    • It was donated by the Washington Curtis Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution in 1987 in memory of past Regents.  
    • Polly Thornton

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