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Volume I Issue #8 May, 2012 C. David Copenhaver, Editor

Welcome to our latest issue of the ACC eNews. This eNews has been developed in aneffort to reach out to the residents of Abingdon. Our purpose is to provide you anopportunity to become more informed and to encourage more participation at our monthlymeetings! Please share this eNews with your neighbors. Why not plan to join us at ournext meeting on Monday, June 25, 2012 from 6:30pm -7:30pm at the Abingdon PublicLibrary, 2510 Tollgate Road, Abingdon, MD 21009? Join us and participate; take that leap

of faith, you may find it rewarding! (For additional information, contact [email protected].)

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Abingdons Treasures: St. Francis de Sales(St. Francis de Sales is located at 1450 Abingdon Road, Abingdon, Maryland 21009)

On July 9, 1866, shortly after the Civil War, ground was broken to begin construction of thefirst Catholic church in Abingdon. Local stone that had been dug up from the corn and beanfields was transported to the church site by horse and wagon. There the stone was cut, fitted,and set by the men of the parish under the supervision of George Lochary. Lochary, who wasa parishioner of St. Ignatius, also donated a sizable sum of $600 towards construction costs.

The Aegis and Intelligencer, a local newspaper, reported in its July 12, 1866, issue: The

Church stands on the west side of the public road leading from Bel Air to Abingdon anddirectly on the top of the hill, but a short distance northwest of the town. It is to besubstantially built of stone, and will, when finished, be quite an improvement to that part of

the county. The pot on which it stands was donated by Mr. William F. Pannell, and the stone work, we understand, is underthe supervision of Mr. George Lochary. The building already is in progress of erection, and it is contemplated to have itdone in the fall. This improvement to the vicinity of Abingdon will, when finished, be a great convenience to the membersof the Church in that locality, who are now compelled to attend at Hickory, or forego the satisfaction of attending churchaltogether.

On July 12, the cornerstone was laid by the Rev. Francis Gibbons, who could later wear the cardinal hat. With favorableweather and dedicated laborers, construction was completed within five and one-half months. At 5 a.m., on Christmas Day1866, OConnor celebrated the first Mass at St. Francis. Late arrivers might have had difficulty finding a seat; the tinychurch could accommodate only 100 people.

In the following spring, St. Francis gave witness to its first marriage. Dennis Bradley and Ann Quinn joined in HolyMatrimony on the 29th of April. Its likely Doc Callahan, a faithful and generous parishioner, was among those present. Ifso, that would make a pleasant coincidence, because nearly 100 years (three generations) later, Robert Callahan marriedBetty Tibbs in the same church. They would be the last to be married in St. Francis when it was just a mission.

Until 1964, St. Francis was considered a mission - albeit one of the largest missions in the region. That changed when HisEminence, Lawrence Cardinal Shehan, Cardinal Archbishop of Baltimore, bestowed parish status on St. Francis onSaturday, June 6, 1964. Rev. Maurice J. Wolfe, the curate at St. Vincent de Paul Parish, was installed as the first pastor ofthe new parish in Abingdon.

Wolfe, a native of Washington, D.C., attended Gonzaga High School and later Mt. Saint Mary's College in Emmitsburg. He

also attended St. Mary's Seminary and later was ordained by Archbishop Curley.

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Today, Rev. Charles M. Wible (Fr. Chuck) serves as pastor for Saint Francis De Sales. He is a Baltimore native, and aformer Conventual Franciscan Friar. He also has spent time with the Camaldolese Benedictine Monks. Previous to comingto St. Francis de Sales, Fr. Chuck was Associate pastor at St. John the Evangelist, Hydes, St. Joseph, Cockeysville, andSacred Heart, Glyndon. Fr. Chuck is a teacher, youth minister, musician and writer. His published works includecontributions to the Connect and Connect Jr High Religious Education Programs (Silver, Burdett & Ginn); I Do andBeyond: A Guide to Planning the Catholic Wedding Ceremony (Cathedral Foundation Press) and Bible Stories ThatSpeak to Our Heart (Paulist Press).

Under his leadership, the parish has experienced much growth since the 1960s; St. Francis De Sales built a multi-purposebuilding in 1971 and a new church in 1991. Presently they are working on a Master Plan for parish improvements.

(Source: http://stfrancisabingdon.org/id23.html: The Church on the Hill)

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Commuter Appreciation Days for Harfords MARC

Train RidersThose who travel by MARC train to get to work are in for a treat as Harford CommuterAssistance, elected officials and special guests will be on hand from 5:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. atthe Edgewood MARC Train Station Wednesday, May 2 and Aberdeen MARC Train StationTuesday, May 8 with giveaways and light refreshments as well as commuting information aspart of Mays designation as Clean Commute Month.

These are commuters who, day after day, board the MARC train heading south to Baltimore andother destinations, including Washington, D.C. to get to work. Nearly 600 Harford County

commuters make this choice every day.

The Penn Line is the most traveled of all three MARC Lines boasting an average daily ridership of approximately 20,000commuters. The train operates primarily between Baltimores Penn Station and Union Station in Washington, D. C. withlocal stops in Aberdeen and Edgewood, as well as nearby Perryville and Middle River. Scheduled stops on the routeinclude the Baltimore/Penn Station, BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport, Odenton, Bowie State University and NewCarrollton.

Those who commute to work by train will be thanked with complimentary coffee, snack, and free gift, courtesy of

Clarences Taste of New Orleans Restaurant and Harford Commuter Assistance Rideshare. Information will also beavailable regarding ridesharing programs, including the Guaranteed Ride Home Program.

During the morning commute time, Harford County representatives and others will take time to express their appreciationto commuters for using mass transit to mitigate traffic congestion, improve air quality, and save money on gas.

The month of May is nationally designated Clean Commute Month because it is the beginning of the ground level ozoneseason. On days with poor air quality indexes motorists are encouraged not to drive to work because pollution produced bycars causes ground level ozone, or smog. Smog can cause burning eyes, difficulty breathing or even trigger asthma attacks.

Single occupancy vehicles produce 20% of the dangerous ozone-emission pollution in the Baltimore area. Using masstransit such as the MARC train and buses helps improve air quality.

For more information about Harford Commuter Assistance Rideshare and alternative forms of commuting, contact AlanDoran, Rideshare Coordinator, at 800-924-8646 (TOGO) or clickWebsite below.

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Residential Household Hazardous Waste Collection DaySaturday, May 12, 10am-2pm

The Recycling Office and theLEPC will be hosting aHousehold Hazardous WasteCollection Event on May 12,2012 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00p.m.at the Harford WasteDisposal Center Mulch andCompost Facility. Located at3241 Scarboro Road, Street,MD.

Check out the adjacent poster

for what will be accepted andwhat will not be accepted forthis event.

Please Note:

The Residential HouseholdHazardous Waste CollectionDay Event is open forResidents Only. Please nobusinesses, industrial orcommercial farm waste.

Residency and householdstatus verification will berequested!


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Bike to Work Day Registration Now Open for HarfordCounty

New Bike to Work Day Website Launched for 2012 Event - Harford Commuter Assistance Rideshare and Baltimore

Metropolitan Council Provide Tools for Cycling Commuters

With spring in the air, Harford County and the Baltimore Metropolitan Council celebrate May asClean Commute Month and May 18th asBike to Work Day. County Executive David R. Craigurges everyone to bike to work or try biking for fun, fitness or transportation. The continuallygrowing event has launched a new website and has now opened online registration.

Participating cyclists should register atwww.Bike2WorkCentralMD.com.

Rain or shine, theBike to Work Day Rally will be held Friday, May 18th from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00a.m. at the Harford County Government Administration Building located at 220 South Main Streetin Bel Air. The Rally, hosted by Harford County Government, promotes riding a bicycle as a fun,

viable, low-cost commuting option. This event is free but registration is required. The Rally is sure to be exciting withspecial guests and dignitaries, local radio station WXCY 103.7 emceeing, and a bicycle parade through downtown Bel Air,

as well as giveaways and sponsors area. When you register and attend the Rally you will receive a freeBike to Work Day t-shirt, refreshments, as well as a chance to win giveaways from our generous sponsors.

For those who wish to participate and cycle into the Rally, but do not wish to ride alone, there are bicycle convoysavailable with experienced cyclists leading the way. Cyclists looking to tap into their competitive side, the CycleSmackdown is once again being held. This event is a friendly, yet spirited competition, between Harford County businessesand organizations whereby employees from various sized companies compete against each other to get the most number ofregistrants to bike to work. Last years recipients were Ecotone, Inc. for the small company category, Upper ChesapeakeMedical Centerand SAICtied for the large company category, andBlue Dot Services of Marylandreceived an honorablemention for the large company.

A number of online resources for cyclists are available courtesy of Harford Commuter Assistance Rideshare and BaltimoreMetropolitan Council.

Want to ride with others in a Commuter Convoy? Commuter convoys are available to join with on Bike to Work Day,offering both new and experienced cyclists a safe way to travel. Convoys are led by experienced bicycle commuters, andplanned routes are in place, including ones from Joppatowne, Abingdon, and Havre de Grace. For more information, clickWebsite below.

Want to support BTWD? Many generous contributions from sponsors are being made. The Arena Club, Bike Shop of BelAir, Dunkin Donuts of Edgewood, Freedom Federal Credit Union, Golds Gym, Looneys of Bel Air, MaGerks Restaurant,Peace Yoga, Survice Engineering and WXCY 103.7 as current sponsors. For more information on becoming a sponsor, call1-800-924-8646 or email Alan Doran [email protected].

Ready to get involved locally and want to learn more? Click Website below below to learn about the local and stateorganizations or government agencies, as well as national organizations that serve as a clearinghouse for information onbicycle and pedestrian-related topics.

Harford Countians are urged to Bike in Good Company and register forBike to Work Day 2012 atwww.Bike2WorkCentralMD.comor by calling 1-800-924-8646. Harford Commuter Assistance RideshareSmart forYour Wallet, Smart for Your World.Website


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Smithsonian Exhibition Coming to Harford CountyPublic Library

Take an interactive journey through time, from immigrants arriving from across the globe to the innovations that made it

possible to cultivate the wild. Harford County Public Library (HCPL) and the Harford CountyDepartment of Community Services are pleased to offer a unique cultural opportunity thisspring: Journey Stories, a Smithsonian Exhibition opening May 19 and running through July 6at the Abingdon Library.

Journey Stories examines the intersection between modes of travel and Americans desire tofeel free to progress and flourish, voyage and explore. Interactive displays allow visitors toexperience both harrowing and joyful journeys made by individuals in search of physical,social, and economic freedom. Families can plan a trip across the unknown West; contemplate

shipping a loved one across the sea to escape slavery; and marvel at the adventure of automobile travel. Thoughtfulrecordings allow visitors to listen to the intimate accounts of a diverse array of journeys. Photographs and other imagesbring to life the advances that made it possible to populate vast territories and tame the west. In short,Journey Stories is away to experience what makes us Americansour ability to find a way to freedom.

On May 11, the County Activity Centers will open exhibitions.Journey Through Harford Countys History at theChenowith Activities Center in Fallston uses theAegisand local accounts and historic artifacts to tell the story of theCounty from its earlybeginnings. Bel Airs McFaul Activity Center plays host to From Trail to Train: The Building of BelAir, which considers Bel Air as the apex of how goods and services were received and transported in Harford County.

In Havre de Grace, the Activity Centers exhibition,Money and Migration: Population and the County Economy, exploresthe distinctive relationship between workforce and society. Women, shoes, chemicals, and technology have brought peoplein, moved people out, and influenced the culture of Harford County.

Opening with the Smithsonian Exhibition, on May 19 at public libraries, are three additional exhibitions. HighwayHospitality, at the Abingdon Library, looksata time before super highways and interstates, when stopping at quirkymotels, eating in sparkling diners, and full-service auto stations with uniformed attendants made the memories! Visitorswill see ice cream fit for space, vintage advertising and other artifacts from the lost story of food in the Edgewood Library

exhibition Food on the Go. Finally, the difficult but inspiring journeys made by runaway slaves and the people who helpedand hindered them are explored in the Bel Air Librarys Fugitives, Accessories, and Catchers, where guests will experiencethe escape Henry Box Brown made; imagine the weight of leg irons and manacles; and hear the tales of those fromHarford County both seeking and preventing freedom.

Registration for all programs, events, and speakers is suggested. More information on exhibitions and associatedprogramming is available in theJourney Stories Official Guidebook, available mid-April at all Library branches and keyoutlets throughout the county.Journey Stories is part of Museum on Main Street, a collaboration between the SmithsonianInstitution and the Maryland Humanities Council. TheJourney Stories exhibition and accompanying programs are offeredto the public through a partnership between Harford County Public Library and the Harford County Department ofCommunity Service.

Harford County Public Library operates eleven branches located throughout Harford County, Maryland. The library serves

over 160,000 registered borrowers of all ages and has an annual circulation of over 4,800,000. Harford County PublicLibrary is committed to connecting people with information and promoting the love of reading within the community.

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Local Health Improvement Processes in Motion inHarford County

The Harford County Health Department reports good progress on community partnerships designed to improve the health

of Harford County residents

Working in tandem with the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH), theHarford County Health Department has launched its Local Health Improvement Process (LHIP) foridentifying the Countys critical health needs and targeting them for action.

The Harford County LHIP is part of a larger DHMH statewide initiative, the State HealthImprovement Process (SHIP), which is addressing 39 key health objectives, including thosepromoting healthy babies, healthy social environments, safe physical environments, infectiousdisease prevention, chronic disease prevention, and access to health care.

The Harford County Health Department is building on its Healthy Harford partnership with Upper Chesapeake HealthSystem and Harford County Government and has brought key stakeholders together to work on the LHIP.

Using the innovative World Caf consensus building model, Health Officer Susan Kelly convened 70 key stakeholders inDecember 2011 at the Harford Community College to review the Countys health data and needs. Top health prioritiesidentified included: obesity prevention/healthy eating and active lifestyle; tobacco use prevention/ smoke-free living; andbehavioral health, including mental health and substance abuse prevention. Workgroups are now developing action plansfor addressing these priorities and additional community input will be solicited and encouraged in the future.

Consistent with Harford Countys LHIP effort is Harford Countys Obesity Task Force that was established by a HarfordCounty Council resolution in October 2011 to make recommendations concerning the programs and policies for creating ahealthier Harford County; to educate Harford County citizens regarding healthier living, food choices, and exercise; toprovide for accessibility to healthy and affordable foods; and to identify ways to develop and implement more opportunitiesfor walkable communities and recreational activities throughout the County. This initiative blends well with our LocalHealth Improvement Process, states Health Officer Susan Kelly, and is consistent with our mission to protect, promote

and improve the health of Harford County residents. These improvements can only be accomplished through effectivecommunity assessment, education, collaboration and assurance of services. Three committees have been established tocarry out the charge of the Task Force and a final report will be prepared by October 2012.

To help support these health improvement efforts, the Harford County Health Department was recently notified that it willbe awarded grant funds from the Community Transformation Grant, a federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC) program through DHMH. The Community Transformation Grant supports community-level efforts to promotehealthy lifestyles among population groups experiencing the greatest burden of chronic disease in order to improve health,reduce health disparities, and control health care spending.

Together, these local health improvement efforts represent an exciting opportunity to improve the health of Harford Countyresidents. More information and updates regarding Harford Countys Local Health Improvement Process and the MarylandState Health Improvement Process are available by clicking Website and More Information below, respectively.

In addition, county-specific health data snapshots have been made available by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation andthe University of Wisconsin at theirCounty Health Rankings website.

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May 2012

Dates to Ponder:Women of Vision - 2012 Walk for WaterSaturday, May 5, 2012, 8:00 a.m.-10:00a.m.Ma & Pa Trail, Beginning at Annie's PlaygroundFallston, Maryland

Baltimore Women of Vision is supporting projects in the Strong Women, StrongWorld Initiative, which is alleviating the suffering of women and children in 13developing countries. World Vision is providing access to clean water, improved

sanitation, and hygiene training. They are working to reduce the distances traveled by women and girlscollecting water and decrease the susceptibility of pregnant women and young girls to waterborne diseases.The projects address not only water, sanitation and hygiene but also the following key development issues:Maternal and Child Health, Education and Leadership, Economic Development and Rights and Protection.

Participation is limited to 250 people! Register today!Packet pick-up will be on the day of the event, from 7 - 8 am at Annie's Playground.Each participant must sign the waiver/photo release form included.Questions: 410-676-4319 or [email protected]

Harford County Health Department Announces Rabies Vaccination Clinic ScheduleSunday, May 6th, 2012, from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.See schedule below:

The Harford County Health Department has announced the schedule for its annualsponsorship of rabies vaccination clinics for dogs, cats, and ferrets that are 3 months old

and over. Moreover, as incentive to pet owners during the economic recovery andconsistent with previous years, the Health Department has kept the cost for thevaccination at $5.00 per animal, the lowest among any neighboring local jurisdictions.

Pet owners wishing to take advantage of the clinics and to save time are encouraged todownload vaccination forms, available online at the health departments website --- click Website below.Forms must be completed using a ball-point pen and brought along with the pet to the clinic. In order forpets to be vaccinated at the clinic sites, dogs must be on a leash while cats and ferrets should be secured incages. No animals other than dogs, cats, and ferrets will be vaccinated.

Pet rabies vaccination clinics will be conducted from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on the following datesand locations:

Sunday, May 6Aberdeen Volunteer Fire Dept. -- Corner of Rogers St. & Franklin St., AberdeenJarrettsville Volunteer Fire Dept. -- 3825 Federal Hill Rd., JarrettsvilleJoppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Dept. -- Rte. 7 & Mountain Rd. (Route 152), JoppaDarlington Volunteer Fire Dept. -- 1209 Castleton Rd. (near intersection of Rts. 1 & 623),

Rabies vaccinations for dogs, cats, and ferrets are required by Maryland law. Certificates given at theclinics provide necessary proof of vaccination for dog licensing in Harford County. For more informationabout the clinics, please call the Health Department at 410-877-2300 or visit the Harford County HealthDepartmentWebsite
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Bel Air Community Band Spring ConcertSunday, May 6, 2012, 3:00 p.m. .Bel Air High School Auditorium; 100 Heighe Street, Bel Air, MD

Admission is free. We'll be featuring local composer Neil Anderson-Himmelspach'sMcHenry's Anacreonatic Song in addition to a selection of standard andcontemporary symphonic band music. Including marches, show tunes, Broadwayhits, and classical selections.

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Walk-In Computer Instruction at the LibraryWednesday, May 9, 2012, 2:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.

Abingdon Library, 2510 Tollgate Road, Abingdon MDLearn basic computer skills and web search techniques to boost yourknow-how. All agesFor more information visit: Website

Bingo at St. Francis de Sales ChurchFriday, May 11, 2012, 7:00 p.m.Knights of Columbus, Kilduff Hall located at 1450 Abingdon Road in Abingdon

Early Birds at 6:00 p.m. Regular games at 7:00 p.m. For additional information pleasecall 410-569-5253.

Mother's Day Weekend at LadewSaturday and Sunday, May 12th, 13th, 2012

3535 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton;410-557-9570; $10/Adults, $8/SeniorsFor the ultimate Mother's Day present, bring Mom to Ladew Gardens during thepeak of spring flowers! Free Gift for moms (while supplies last), complimentarycoffee and tea. Special gift with every new family membership. A greatopportunity to spend time with family amidst one of Maryland's most beautiful

landscapes, Ladew Topiary Gardens.

Journey Stories Smithsonian ExhibitMay 19, 2012Abingdon Branch of Harford County Library; 2510 Tollgate Road, Abingdon 21009

Enjoy historic photos and artifacts and personal accounts from the individuals that

make up Journey Stories, the history of the development and evolution of our needas Americans to move and expand - to journey - both physically and

psychologically. Check website for times and additional information:Website.

Bel Air Memorial Day ProgramMonday, May 28, 2012, 10:30 a.m.William A. Humbert Amphitheater; 39 Hickory Avenue, Bel Air.

The Bel Air Community Band will be playing patriotic music for the Bel AirMemorial Day.

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Abingdon Community Council Meeting (Minutes)April 23, 2012

There were 6 members (C. David Copenhaver, Cynthia Hergenhahn, Earl Grey, Carlin Cook, Gregory Beaty, and MichaelGalumbeck) and 16 guests in attendance including: Lt. Dougherty (Harford County Sheriffs Office), Dion Guthrie

(Harford County Council), Patti Gonzales (County Executives Office), Susan K. McComas (Maryland House of DelegatesDistrict 35B)

The next meeting will be June 25, 2012 at 6:30 at the Abingdon Public Library. There will be no meeting in May.

The meeting was called to order at 6:30 P.M. by Cynthia Hergenhahn, Chairperson.

Lt. Dougherty - Community Policing

Report for sectors 30 and 40: robberies about the same, burglaries up slightly, vehicle theft down slightly The new Southern Precinct now open and operational dedication and open houses were well attended If you see something suspicious, call 911. Its better to be safe than sorry.Patti Gonzales (County Executives Office),

Brought copies of the Proposed Long-Term Solid Waste Disposal Facilities fact sheet Brought copies of the Proposed Budget in Brief for Fiscal Year 2013Community Council member Earl Grey stated that our Facebook page is updated regularly and followers aregrowing.

Council member David Copenhaver distributed a handout and gave a few updates.

The Early Years Expo update 20 new Abingdon residents signed up for the ACC electroniccommunications bringing the total to 87 members on the distribution list

The Community Input Meeting for the Boulevard at Box Hill scheduled for last week was cancelled and hasbeen rescheduled for May 2 at 6:00 pm at the Abingdon Fire Company.

Results of the ACC interest/concern survey (top 3) were Future Community Development: Homes; FutureEconomic Development: Business/Industry; and Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan

Cedar Lane Update: construction well under way Dates to Ponder: April 28 Prescription pill disposal from 10-2 at 220 S. Main St.

April 28 Clear Your Clutter Day from 10-2 at HCC Lot 3

Special Thank You to: Abingdon Print and Copy for complimentary printing of the ACC brochuresStaples in Bel Air for complimentary lamination of the ACC sign

Abingdon Dunkin Donuts for complimentary cards for free iced coffee

Various businesses for allowing ACC to post notices about upcoming meetings

Council Chairperson Cynthia Hergenhahn

Harford County lapel pins were given to the council members. She explained that council member GregoryBeaty had designed a pin for the council but that the legal office for the government rejected the idea.

Announced the Commuter Appreciation Days for Harfords MARC Train Riders May 2 at the Edgewoodstation and May 8 at the Aberdeen station, there will be giveaways and light refreshments will be served.

May 18 is Bike to Work Day 7-9 am at 220 S. Main St. in Bel Air. Register at www.Bike2WorkCentralMD.comand enjoy free refreshments, a T-shirt, and chances to win great prizes.

The Smithsonians Journey Stories opens its main exhibit at the Abingdon Library on May 19 at 10:00 am;Jarrettsville car show was a great success.

Chairperson of the Gunpowder Community Association was present and expressed the associations opposition tothe proposed waste transfer station on Rt. 7 just off Rt. 152. He mentioned the on-line petition that the residentshad been signing.

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Still has a concern about the proposed Waste Transfer Station to be built on Rt. 7 near Rt.152. Thewaste/energy plant at APG is currently scheduled to close in 2016. The current station imports trash fromBaltimore County as well as taking trash from much of Harford County.

Harford County budget hearings will be open to the public on May 2 at Bel Air High School and on May 9 atHavre de Grace High School.

There was no update on the Cultural Arts Center.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:35pm by Chairperson Cynthia Hergenhahn.

Minutes submitted by Donna Copenhaver

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Next Meeting: June 25, 2012We Need You!

YOUR VIEW DOES COUNT!

We meet on the 4th Monday of each month from 6:30pm -7:30pm at theAbingdon Public Library, 2510

Tollgate Road, Abingdon, MD 21009?

A Special Wish for all ourMoms!

Members:Cynthia Hergenhahn, ChairpersonC. David Copenhaver Carlin Cook

Earl Grey Gregory A. Beaty Michael Galumbeck

Recording Secretary: Donna Copenhaver
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