Here are all the headlines and summaries from the Viaduct February-March 1995 edition:
1. Community Cleanup Campaign Commences!
The Elkridge Community Association (ECA) announces a new cleanup initiative. Details are provided in the ECA President’s Message.
2. Park Priorities
A proposal from Howard County Recreation and Parks aims to add new recreational facilities to Elkridge. Concerns are raised about the location, particularly regarding Rockburn Park, which is inaccessible without a car and could lead to increased traffic and environmental disturbances. Alternative sites like Troy Hill and Ducketts Lane are suggested.
3. President’s Message – “Awful, Unlawful Eyeful”
A zoning enforcement tour of Elkridge uncovered about 40 violations, including unregistered vehicles and unpermitted construction. The Elkridge Community Association hopes that publicizing these issues will encourage voluntary compliance.
4. Local Family Wins International Award
George and Rosalie Eikenberg of Hunt Club Estates received the International Family of the Year runner-up award from the Knights of Columbus. They were recognized for their community service, including fostering 42 children over 23 years .
5. The Hairstation
A spotlight on The Hairstation, a local family-run hair care shop offering personalized service. Owned by Debbie Marc and her mother Mary Lewis, the business has served the Elkridge community for over a decade.
6. Picture Donated to ECA
A picture was donated to the Elkridge Community Association. Details about the presentation and the donor are provided on page 11.
7. Homicide TV Show Films in Relay
The TV series Homicide recently filmed a segment titled “End Game” in Relay, using a local home to portray a farmhouse. The episode aired on February 10, 1995.
8. Spring Show for Sweet Adelines
The Elkridge Sweet Adeline Chorus will hold their Spring Show on April 1, 1995, at North County High School in Ferndale. Performances are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m..
9. Cardin Opens Local Office
U.S. Representative Benjamin Cardin has opened a new district office at the Elkridge Branch Library, improving access for Howard County residents. The office will be open every Monday from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
10. Boy Scouts Hold Spring Cleaning Auction
Boy Scout Troop 432 will hold a Spring Cleaning Auction on April 2, 1995, at St. Augustine’s Hall. Donations of household items and services are welcome, with a portion of the proceeds supporting youth programs.
11. Elkridge School Updates
Rockburn Elementary School is hosting Bicycle Safety Awareness Month in February, with a Bicycle Skills Safety Fair scheduled for March 25. Elkridge Elementary School celebrated Reading Month with activities promoting literacy.
12. Heritage Society Hears Rangers
The Elkridge Heritage Society hosted a presentation on “Three Centuries of Rangers” by park officials. The event highlighted the history and responsibilities of rangers from colonial times to today.
13. Travel Destination Survey Done in Elkridge
A survey conducted by the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments aimed to gather traffic pattern data in the Elkridge area to improve future transportation planning.
14. Regional Composting Site Update
Plans for a regional composting site on Lennox Avenue in Dorsey continue to move forward, with pending legislation and public hearings scheduled. Elkridge residents are praised for leading in paper recycling compliance.
15. Working Off the Holidays
A community exercise program featuring line dancing and light workouts is held every Monday at St. Augustine’s Hall. All ages are welcome to join for a nominal fee.
16. Letters to the Editor
This section features letters from community members addressing local concerns such as the 21227 ZIP code issue, gratitude for election support, and a letter from the Howard County Police Department offering community collaboration.
Summary of The Viaduct (February-March 1995 Edition)
The Viaduct covers a range of community issues, events, and updates affecting Elkridge, Maryland:
- Community Cleanup Campaign – The Elkridge Community Association (ECA) launches a new initiative to address local cleanliness and zoning violations.
- Park Priorities Debate – Howard County proposes new recreational facilities at Rockburn Park, but residents express concerns about increased traffic and the park’s remote location. Alternative sites closer to residential areas are suggested.
- Zoning Violations Tour – An inspection tour reveals approximately 40 zoning violations in Elkridge, ranging from unregistered vehicles to unapproved construction projects.
- Local Family Receives International Award – George and Rosalie Eikenberg are recognized as the International Family of the Year runners-up by the Knights of Columbus for their extensive community service and fostering 42 children.
- Business Spotlight – The Hairstation – A profile on The Hairstation, a family-owned hair care business serving Elkridge for over a decade with personalized service.
- TV Show Homicide Films in Relay – The popular TV series filmed an episode in Relay, featuring a local home transformed into a farmhouse.
- Sweet Adelines Spring Show – The Elkridge Sweet Adeline Chorus will hold performances on April 1, 1995, at North County High School.
- Congressman Cardin Opens Local Office – U.S. Representative Benjamin Cardin opens a new district office at the Elkridge Branch Library to offer local residents easier access to federal resources.
- Boy Scouts Spring Cleaning Auction – Boy Scout Troop 432 will hold a fundraising auction on April 2, 1995, to support local youth programs.
- School Updates – Rockburn Elementary promotes Bicycle Safety Awareness Month, while Elkridge Elementary hosts literacy events and earns a new Apple computer through a community program.
- Heritage Society Presentation – A historical presentation on the evolution of park rangers, from colonial times to today, is hosted by the Elkridge Heritage Society.
- Traffic Survey in Elkridge – A regional survey gathers data on traffic patterns to assist future transportation planning in the area.
- Regional Composting Site – Plans advance for a regional composting site in Dorsey, while Elkridge leads the county in paper recycling compliance.
- Community Fitness Program – St. Augustine’s Hall hosts a weekly exercise and line dancing class open to all ages.
- Community Letters – Readers share concerns about zoning, community support, and police collaboration, including a letter from the Howard County Police Department expressing interest in working with the ECA.
Overall, the issue emphasizes community involvement, local governance, and efforts to improve public amenities and environmental initiatives.
Link to Full Issue:
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