City of Frederick DED Newsletter April 2013

National transportation policies are being strongly debated because of the critical relationships between US economic health, access to jobs, freight movement, and exports. It is clear that local communities are beginning to take the lead in transportation innovation as federal dollars are shrinking, congestion is reducing productivity and quality of life, and employers are seeking to provide transit options for employees. Here in Frederick we are seeking to become more multi-modal than ever before by linking roads, rails, trails, and sidewalks. The City is investing in projects like linking the Golden Mile to Downtown by connecting Rock Creek and Carroll Creek trails, and extending Carroll Creek Park to the east. Recently the City opened the center section of Monocacy and Schifferstadt Boulevards including new pedestrian and bike connections. Frederick is seeking to lead transportation innovation in the future which is linking Frederick residents to jobs of the future.

Best,

Richard G. Griffin, AICP, CEcD
Director Economic Development

Downtown Frederick Partnership Jobs Posting

Job Opportunities in Downtown Frederick

The Partnership wants you to visit, shop and eat downtown...well, now they want you to work there too! They have added a Downtown Jobs section to their website, hoping to help local small business owners find the employees they need. Started just 3 weeks ago, the page has already helped lcoal downtown business, Footlights Dance store find 2 part-timers. As the word gets out that the option exists, more people will check it out and use it as a resource. If you are a downtown Frederick business and you need to find employees, contact the Partnership to get started at 301-698-8118.

Ausherman Properties Announces Aspen Ridge

New Professional Center on Thomas Johnson Drive

Aspen Ridge Professional Center, a modern medical and professional Class A Office Park to be located on Thomas Johnson Drive, will break ground this month and be available for occupancy in early 2014.

With proximity close to Frederick Memorial Hospital and Fort Detrick, the plans call for 3 buildings with a total of 92,790 SF. The park will have over 350 parking spaces and and abundance of green space.

For more information, contac Jusin Ausherman at 301-620-4445.

e-End Offers Free Electronic Recycling

In Celebration of Earth Day

To help the Frederick area celebrate Earth Day, April 22, e-End will be accepting your used electronics for recycling during the entire month of April. During April, the recycling will be free except for a charge for CRT monitors and TV's.

e-End owner, Arleen Chafitz, said she is "pleased to help our Frederick community clean out their garages , basements and attics of all their old electronics they have been holding on to for years". If you have old PC's, cell phones, stereos, and other used electronics you can take advantage of the free recycling during April.

All electronics processed by e-End are properly recycled and nothing ends up in the landfill. This free offer is not available to current e-End clients. For further information, www.eendusa.com, 240-529-1010

2013 Frederick Procurement Fair

Small Businesses Given Access to Some of Areas Largest Companies

June 4th will bring an opportunity for small Frederick businesses to connect with the areas larger companies and learn of any procurement opportunities. The 2013 Frederick Procurement Fair will be held at Frederick Community College Conference Center from 9:00am -11:30am.

If you are MID to LARGE size business in Frederick County and would like to exhibit for FREE at this year's Fair, please

Confirmed exhibitors this year include Charles River Labs, Fort Detrick Business Development Office, Lonza and the City of Frederick.

Registration to attend as a small business for the Procurement Fair will be open soon. Watch for an email with details in early May!

Fort Detrick Alliance Event

Workforce Development Expo and Reception

The Fort Detrick Alliance is pleased to announce a great event on May 1st, 5:30pm - 7:30pm at Montgomery College. Educators and business leaders will learn about Fort Detrick and its multiple mission partners. This event will provide an opportunity to build regional understanding amongst community, business and education leaders in Montgomery County. Keynote speakers are Congressman John Delaney (6th District) and Colonel Allen J. Darden, Sr., Commander of Fort Detrick Army Garrison and Forest Glen. They will cover topics related to Fort Detrick, Forest Glen, workforce needs, budget challenges and future opportunities.

Free to members and $25 for non-members, you can register today!

2013 Best Places to Work Frederick County

Do You Love Your Company? Let Us Know!

Frederick County has great businesses and we want to hear from you about why you love YOUR company! Nominations are now open for the 2013 Best Places to Work Awards. Any Frederick County company can fill out the survey and tell us all the great benefits, programs and philanthropic efforts made by your business. Also, don't forget to have all of your employees vote for the People's Choice award on the Best Places to Work Facebook page

! Awards will be presented on August 20th at the Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center at 5:00pm.

The event is a joint effort of the Chamber of Commerce, Workforce Services and CIty and County Economic Development.

Carroll Creek Park Update

Contractors Get Bids Ready

Anticipation is growing stronger as the general contracting community ready their bids for construction of a new half-mile section of Carroll Creek Park beginning this summer. The City has released four construction document addendums in response to Requests For Information (RFI) questions from the contractors and a fifth addendum is being prepared currently.

The deadline to bid is currently April 25th. The construction is being funded by the City, State SHA TEP Grant, the County, Developers and a DHCD Community Legacy Grant. CCP Phase II includes construction of pathways, planters, lighting, landscaping, park furniture, drinking fountains, public art, water features, stationary fountains, structural and architectural walls, drainage, electrical supply and irrigation within the park as well as traffic control devices at seleccted intersections where streets cross the park and Carroll Creek. More than $100 million in new and renovated buildings are planned along the new section park and in the vicinity of the sites under consideration for the new Downtown Hotel project. Contact City DED at 301-600-6360 for more information.

Downtown Hotel Update

Stakeholder Meetings Planned

Meetings are being planned with key stakeholders to gain insights into desirable components of the Downtown Hotel project such as site location, facility size (number of rooms and square footage of meeting space), design, historic preservation, attributes such as green design, amenities, parking, and many other considerations. Stakeholder groups include residents, businesses, elected officials, special interest groups, civic and community organizations and many more.

The Downtown Hotel Advisory Team which is managing the project is composed of representatives from the Chamber, Major Employers, Tourism Council, City, County, Downtown Partnership, and East Frederick Rising. The team is working with hotel and real estate consultant Jones Lang LaSalle to analyze and select the site, facility size, and hotel developer. For more information contact DED at 301-600-6360.

Golden Mile Alliance Update

Two Events Not To Be Missed!

The Golden Mile Alliance is pleased to announce their next 2 events - Mixer on the MIle at Capital Crave and a Red Carpet Movie Event. Throughout the year, the Golden Mile Alliance will host seminars and events to help promote the Golden Mile and activity for the business community. Through education, training and marketing, the Alliance hopes to support the growth and vitality of the Golden Mile merchants.

First, join the Golden Mile Business Community at our next event - A Social Networking Happy Hour.

A Happy Hour Event

Wednesday, April 24th, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Capital Crave - 5901 Old National Pike/Route 40/Golden Mile (Next to VFW Golf Course)

Try the Golden Mile Mixer Elixer drink special and enjoy 1/2 priced appetizers!

This event is free, however your RSVP is requested - goldenmilealliance@gmail.com or call 301-600-6360.

Then, on May 23, 2013, The GMA will hold a Red Carpet Movie Event fundraiser hosted by Holiday Cinemas! This will be an evening of fun, elegance and a little something extra for those seeking a night out. The movie for the evening is the classic, Roman Holiday, starring Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck. Doors open at 7:00 PM with hor d'oeuvres, desserts and drinks provided by area businesses. The movie will starts at 8:00 PM and will be in digital format. A wonderful night for all to support a great cause dedicated to the revitalization of the Golden Mile corridor in Frederick, Maryland. $20 advance ticket, $25 at the door. Come join us and be a part of the change!

For more information on EITHER EVENT, contact DED at 301-600-6360.

Long Time Business Specialist Moves On

Maryland DBED Gains New Manager

Last week friends and colleague at the City of Frederick and business community raised their glasses to toast Heather Gramm, CEcD, as she transitioned from long time Business Development Specialist with DED to her new role at the State of Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development. Heather has been involved in the Frederick business community in one capacity or another for over a decade and has been involved in critical projects such as Carroll Creek Park, MedImmune's expansion, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage relocation, marketing, social media, and many more. Her work here has helped make Frederick one of the most dynamic business communities in America.

As a small department with a staff of three, supporting over 3,500 businesses in Frederick with employment of over 60,000, DED prides itself on its services, programs, and events. For more information check out our website at

www.businessinfrederick.com.

Available Commercial Space

Each month, DED is pleased to highlight a few of the great commercial spaces available for lease or sale, including retail, office and industrial/flex. If you would like your available space highlighted, please contact the DED office.

Retail Space - 326 N. Market Street:

2,000 SF Retail Space; Historic District. Close to Restaurants and Shopping. For more information call Lee Michehl with Julia & James Properties - 240-446-9430.