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Teacher Survey
Called ‘Alarming’

White Speaks Out

on Behavior

Bipartisanship Cited
on Ethics Bill

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Teacher Satisfaction Survey Shows ‘Alarming’

Results
By Dick Myers what action they have taken toward leaving physically, when supports are lacking, and
Staff Writer education. Two-hundred thirty-two people it all falls on us to figure it out.”
responded by saying they were actively Ostenso opined, “It saddens me that we
A survey on teacher job satisfaction has searching for other employment or prepar- are not seen as critical employees worth the
shown a majority contemplating getting ing to retire soon.” compensation regardless of a budget cut.
out of the profession or moving to another Ostenso asked, “Why? What are the pri- This year’s budget is coming with a unique
school system. The survey was conducted mary reasons one would consider leaving set of challenges. I recognize that, but what
by the Calvert Education Association the field of education?” She responded that, cannot be lost in this process is that educa-
(CEA), the union that represents Calvert “483 people provided written comments. tors are the backbone of our school system.
County Public Schools (CCPS) teachers. The following reasons were overwhelm- They are the single most important resource
Association President Dona Ostenso told ingly repeated: salary, lack of respect and that contributes to student achievement.
the school board at their Feb. 22 meeting, support by leadership, disrespect and neg- Recruiting and retaining educators must
“As of this morning, 663 members, 63 per- ative behaviors by students, and workload remain a priority in your budget. “
cent of the membership, had responded. The and no work-life balance.” At the meeting, several board members
average response rate for a survey to be con- She went on to add, “The excessive push warned thar if the current $32 million bud-
sidered valid is 33 percent. So, the data that for inclusion with the lack of support and get gap couldn’t be closed, then staff cuts
I’m sharing is considered very good and resources. Yesterday, one teacher said it would be forthcoming. Board Vice President
statistically significant with a greater than best, the demands of teaching and what is Inez Claggett said she hoped that would not
60 percent response. Unfortunately, the data being added to our job description respon- come in the classroom, but the size of the
itself is very alarming; 402 people responded sibilities is not reflective in our pay, nor in shortfall that would be difficult.
that they were considering leaving the educa- the time that is given to get our job done.
tional profession due to job satisfaction and The expectation of meeting every student’s dickmyers@countytimes.net
another 158 people were unsure when asked needs, socially, emotionally, academically, CEA President Dona Ostenso

School Board President Calls for Consistency

in Conduct Enforcement
By Dick Myers also talking about the code of conduct, stat- the southern end, and the same thing hap-
Staff Writer ing that they don’t feel that it’s really being pens at a school at the northern end, there
enforced. They’re saying that it’s about 10 should be some sort of baseline of this is
Calvert County Board of Education percent of the students who are causing what happens. This is what we’re going
President Antoine White has weighed in some of the problems, but 90 percent of the to do. I understand that principals have
on the school system’s ongoing discipline students are the ones who are suffering for their own pulse on what’s going on in their
controversy. it. And I don’t think that it’s the classrooms.” schools, but there needs to be some sort of
At the school board’s Feb. 22 meeting, This was the first time that White has consistency that takes place from one end
White said, “It seems like we are talking expressed concern about the issue that has to the other.”
about behaviors a lot. (Superintendent) Dr. been before the school board repeatedly in White said there needs to be a report-
Townsel, we are hearing this and everyone recent years, from teachers, parents, and ing system. “I think the principals where if
who needs to hear this, you guys are the students. there’s an incident that is reported and also
experts. And it would be nice to have within White went on to say, “There were kids the details are placed in there. So, this way
two to three months, to figure out a way who were acting up when I was in school, everyone from one end of the county to the
of having consistency. Because when I was and I don’t think it’s the teachers. I think other knows this happened at this school,
(recently) at (a) school, I was able to talk that that help has to come from outside of so this is what should happen there. But I
to a lot of the SGA (Student Government the school, out of the classroom and possibly don’t know if we have that. It doesn’t seem
Association) students and they were say- outside of that school. So, this is something like we have that right now. And so, it would
ing, their safety, they don’t feel safe in a lot that we need to have some sort of consis- be nice to get some sort of consistency or
of the things that are going on. They were tency if something happens at a school at some sort of system in place within maybe
30 to 60 days. And I’d like to put a time

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work on it with his staff to try to get some
Calvert County. We all know that. So, as my
colleagues have said, we’re working very
results with that.” hard to make sure that we try to get every-
At the meeting, several teachers com- body what they need. It’s not an easy haul.”
plained that the school system reneged on The school board is faced with a $32 mil-
what it had promised to pay them for staff lion shortfall in Townsel’s proposed budget,
development. White said, “I think that Dr. with $22 million coming from a state cut
Townsel and everyone, this meeting is being and $10 million that the county says they
recorded. If people are supposed to be paid can’t fund. The county commissioners and
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sure that they’re paid the way that they
school board are working with state legis-
lators to see if they can do something about
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something that they don’t understand, make
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they get into a venture. We keep hearing
year. He is facing a challenge from Paul
Harrison.

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State Joins Lawsuit Bipartisan Support

over Kroger, Cited at Ethics Bill
Albertsons Merger Hearing
Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. By Dick Myers
Brown, along with a bipartisan coalition Staff Writer
of eight other states, and the Federal Trade
Commission (FTC) have announced the The Maryland House Environmental and
filing of a lawsuit seeking to block the Transportation Committee held a hearing on
proposed merger of The Kroger Company Feb. 22 on House Bill 834 intended to put
(Kroger) and Albertsons Companies, Inc. teeth in the county’s ethics law by allowing
(Albertsons). the removal of an elected official for an ethics
Kroger and Albertsons are the two larg- violation. The bill came as the result of the
est national supermarket chains. Together, legal wrangling over former commissioner
the companies employ approximately Kelly McConkey’s vote to include property
710,000 people nationwide and thousands he owned in the Huntingtown Town Center.
of people across more than 80 stores right The bull was sponsored by Del. Mark
here in Maryland. Fisher (R: 27C) and Todd Morgan (R: 29C)
(Editor’s Note: Kroger operates Harris but Fisher at the hearing pointed out thar
Teeter, and Albertson’s operates Safeway. the county’s third delegate Jeffrie Long (D:
Those two brands are located across from 27B) would also co-sponsor it. Senators
each other on opposite sides of Route 4 Michael Jackson (D:27) and Jack Bailey (R:
in Dunkirk. A divestiture plan with C&S 29) also supported t. It also has the support
Wholesale Grocers, LLC, which operates Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown of the Democratic and Republican Central Del. Mark Fisher
Piggy Wiggly, involved 10 unspecified Harris Committees and other local groups, causing
Teeter locations in the Washington, DC, may lower wages or slow wage growth, speakers to point out the bipartisan support. Johnson said, “I represent 27,912 strong
Maryland, and Virgnia areas being sold to worsen benefits or working conditions, and Josh Johnson, chair of the Republican as the chair of Calvert County Republican
C&S and converted to Piggly Wiggly stores.) otherwise lower workplace quality. Central Committee, said, “There’s affirma- Central Committee. With my father being
“Americans spend more of their income In August 2023, the Maryland Office of tions in this bill that shows true nonparti- in the pastorate, there’s always been a need
on food than they have in decades. As the Attorney General published an online sanship, something that we sorely need.” to get things right, to do what’s transparent
Attorney General, I will not hesitate legal survey on its website to give Marylanders Fosher explained the bill to the committee: and what’s selfless. This is the obligation
action to ensure Maryland families have an opportunity to provide input on the “It’s an emergency bill requiring the county that we have to the taxpayers in our com-
access to affordable prices, a wide selec- Kroger/Albertsons merger. When asked to include a provision in its ethics law that munity. HB 8 34 does this.”
tion, and high-quality groceries,” said how such a merger “might affect you are equivalent to or exceed the provisions Susan Dzurec of CCU said, “In the
Attorney General Brown. “I will also and your community,” a majority of of state law relating to a court’s authority to final minutes of the Calvert County’s
aggressively challenge anticompetitive Marylanders who responded to the survey, enforce the ethics law. In addition, the bill Comprehensive Plan adoption process, a
corporate deals to ensure all Marylanders nearly 60 percent, expressed concerns that requires Calvert County to enact a law or county commissioner voted to place two
have the benefits of more, not less com- it could lead to “decreased competition,” regulation requiring the removal of a county pieces of his own property inside the geo-
petition, in the marketplace.” “lower quality,” “less product diversity,” elected official from office for violations of graphic expansion of a town center. As a
Attorney General Brown also issued a and would “inevitably [wreak] havoc on conflict-of-interest statutes as specified.” result of that vote and the complaints filed
full statement to the people of Maryland pricing and food availability.” The bill was suggested to Fisher by rep- afterward, the County Ethics Commission’s
about this action his office took today, In filing the lawsuit, Attorney General resentatives of Calvert Citizens United Finding of Facts and Conclusion report
which can be found here: https://youtu.be/ Brown joins the FTC and the Attorneys (CCU), which the delegate said, “is made found staggering evidence in relation to the
7jD0qbXGJ0?si=2_XuZqzTmmbP0Xgi. General of Arizona, California, the District up of Democrats and Republicans. It’s an events leading up to the commissioner’s vote
The lawsuit alleges that the merger vio- of Columbia, Illinois, Nevada, New interesting organization where everybody and concluded that the commissioner had a
lates the federal Clayton Act. The Clayton Mexico, Oregon, and Wyoming. A copy of agrees, and it’s nice to see.” conflict of interest, knew he had a conflict
Act prohibits the merger of firms if the the filed lawsuit will be made available at Myra Gowans of CCU told the com- of interest and voted anyway. The commis-
merger may substantially reduce compe- a later time. mittee, “The past county commissioner sion’s findings were upheld by the Maryland
tition or create a monopoly. Businesses Marylanders can continue providing (McConkey) voted for his own property, Court of Special Appeals. Our County Ethics
with fewer competitors can charge higher their feedback to our Office by visiting and he tried to usurp the legal authority of Commission is charged with enforcement of
prices to consumers, reduce the quality www.marylandattorneygeneral.gov and the Calvert County Ethics Commission. In the ethics code. Currently, the strongest conse-
and quantity of the products that they sell, completing the Kroger/Albertsons merger doing so, he ended up supporting his own quences for violations such as this available to
and offer lower-quality customer service. survey featured on our front page. property. He voted for his property. He the commission is to issue a letter of censure
In addition, anticompetitive supermarket seconded the motion for the property, and and a cease-and-desist order, which they did
mergers can impose other harms, including Press Release from Maryland Attorney that is when Calvert Citizens United was in this matter. Clearly, the thought of being
reduced labor market competition, which General’s Office formed. We speak for the people who have censured was not enough to deter the com-
a voice. They have a voice. They don’t tell missioner from voting on his own property.

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you that they don’t have a voice. They have Therein lies the need for House Bill 8 34.”
a voice, and they were not listened to.” County Attorney John Norris also spoke
Gowans added, “The commissioner in via Zoom to relay the unanimous support
question, he didn’t take on this case for of the county commissioners for the bill.
four months. He took it on for four years. The committee has not yet reported out
He sued the county, the ethics commission its vote on the bill.
chairperson, and it completely neutered the
ethics commission in our county.” dickmyers@countytimes.net

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 5 LOCAL NEWS Calvert County Times Thursday, February 29, 2024

Owings Garage Fire Planners Pave Way for

Under Investigation Reopening of Indoor
Sports Complex
Had Been Closed for Zoning Violation

Photo courtesy of Jason Scaggs

By Dick Myers p.m. The Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department
Staff Writer responded to the fire at 2185 Haleys Way and By Dick Myers that use around the unoccupied Building #2,
it took 15 firefighters 10 minutes to extin- Staff Writer with plans to request offsite parking across
The Maryland State Fire Marshal’s office is guish it. Damage was estimated at $200. The the street when a use and occupancy permit
investigating a fire that started in the inte- occupant was identified as Deanna Stone. The Calvert County Planning Commission is requested for the second building.
rior wall of a garage at a house in Owings/ There were no fire alarms or sprinklers has paved the way for an indoor recreation Before it was closed by the county, the
According to a report from the fire mar- in the building. facility in Owings to reopen after it was indoor recreation facility of MMG Sports
shal’s office, “A neighbor discovered the Anyone with any information regard- issued a cease-and-desist order and closed Performance Center was being rented by
fire and alerted the homeowner. The neigh- ing this incident is asked to contact the for a zoning violation. county high school teams and travel teams,
bor was able to safely evacuate her from Office of the State Fire Marshal, Southern The MMG Sports Performance Center in largely for practice, according to the busi-
the home. There were no injuries as a result Regional Office, at 443-550-6835. the Meadow Run Parkis located in one of ness owner Brian Griffin.
of the fire.” two buildings that had been approved for “It would be a combined use from soccer,
The fire was reported on Feb. 26 at 3:58 dickmyers@countytimes.net flex space, not an indoor recreation facil- baseball, softball. There’s batting cages.
ity. Although an indoor recreation is a per- Anything that’s a grass sport really,” Griffin

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mitted use in the zoning category in which said. Teams using the facility before it was

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it is located, that use has stricter parking closed were Northern High School base-
requirements than a flex space. ball and football, Huntingtown High School

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Silent
Auction Planner III Olivia Vidotto explained to the baseball, and the two basketball teams.
at 6:30 p.m.! planners at their Feb. 21 meeting, “This site Commission member Chris Gadway
is part of the Meadow Run Park located in wanted to know why the indoor facilities

c uation
For Proje c
Owings. The site plan for Scaggs Industrial
Flex Space (SPR2019-291) was approved
by the Planning Commission on December
at the schools weren’t being used. Griffin
said they weren’t large enough.
Gadway noted that there’s a trend to
18, 2019, and received stamped approval on require fewer parking spaces for com-
March 20, 2022. The project consisted of mercial property, a point confirmed by the
FRIDAY, APRIL 5, 2024 two flex space buildings…totaling 28,980 applicant. Property owner Jasib Skaggs
Silent Auction at 6:30 p.m. | Auditorium Seating Open at 7:30 p.m. | Show Starts at 8 p.m.
Huntingtown High School Auditorium, 4125 Solomons Island Road, Huntingtown sq ft. and associated site improvements. The said, “These folks were driving to Waugh
project was to be phased for construction. Chapel, which was a terrible place to drive
Both buildings have been constructed under through at five o’clock, terrible. These par-
permits issued for shell buildings. The zon- ents, they’ll go up there, they’re likely going
TICKETS ing use category on the approved site plan to sit in the parking lot because it’s too far to
$35 in advance is for Flex Space which allows a mixed use drive. But if you live on Briscoe Turn Road
MICHAEL PALASCAK is a comedian who grew up in Indiana and now $45 at the door of retail, warehouse, and office.” and you’re coming basically Skinner’s Turn
(cash and check only)
lives in LA. He performed on both The Late Late Show with James Vidotto added, “The approved use on the Road, you’re going to drop your kid off two
Corden and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in the same year. In $25 for CAASA members
addition, his résumé includes appearances on A Little Late with Lilly and students 13-18 site plan is for two flex space buildings. As of hours and go home. So, I’m quite confident
Singh, The Tonight Show, Letterman, Craig Ferguson, Conan, has a
Comedy Central half hour special and was a top five finalist on Last Available for
January 22, 2024, these buildings and prop- that we’re not going to generate the parking
Comic Standing where one judge claimed, “My first impression of purchase at erty are under a zoning violation and a stop need that the code requires.”
Michael was a great likability. Michael’s optimism continues in the new
National Lampoon series on YouTube, The Bright Side, where he takes a
(cash and check only): work order for commencing the use of an Consulting engineer Dan Kelsh of COA
positive stance on a negative topic. Consistently writing and performing, CAASA Office indoor recreation facility without proper site Barrett said they hope to prove their case for
Michael released both a new album, The Internet Live, through 800 Prince Frederick
Pound Gorilla and a new stand-up special called 1984 on the Dry Bar app plan approval and permits. Bldg. #1 is cur- the need for fewer parking spaces by showing
Floral Expressions
this summer. Visit www.michaelpalascak.com for more information.
Owings rently leased to MMG Sports Performance the actual usage when the facility reopens
HAYWOOD TURNIPSEED JR. During the day Haywood Turnipseed Center for an indoor commercial recreation and before the application for a use and occu-
Tickets may also be
Jr. is a Husband, a Dad, a Telephone Man, and a Jedi; at night he
becomes a Stand-Up Comic, and occasionally a Sith Lord. Haywood purchased online at: facility. This redlined site plan has been sub- pancy permit for the second building.
likes both Michael Jackson’s &Prince’s Music; Hip-Hop; The Pittsburgh CAASAComedyInvasion mitted to address the zoning violations. The After hearing the discussion, the plan-
Steelers Football Team; Mambo Sauce on chicken wings; and Laughing.
Originally from the Holy Land of Indiana, Haywood graduated from high
2024.eventbrite.com applicant has indicated his plan for the use ners approved, with two dissenting votes,
school in Moon Township, PA., attended two semesters at Waynesburg of Bldg. #2 will also be for an indoor com- the intensification in use and to proceed
College, then enlisted in the US Air Force.
mercial recreation center. This will require with review of the redline site plan address-
EDDIE MORRISON is a D.C. native who has performed stand-up
comedy all over the metro area. His career includes appearances include
another redline approval for the change of ing all agency comments including county,
the DC Improv, the Kennedy Center, the Comedy Store and Magooby’s use and to address parking requirements.” state, and federal requirements to obtain
Jokehouse, where he was named runner-up at the 2015 New Comedian
of the Year Competition. Eddie won Comedy Kumite 15.2 at the DC Improv There is not enough parking around the final signed site plan based on conditions
in spring 2018 and Kumite 30 in spring 2021. occupied Building #1 for an indoor recreation recommended by staff.”
facility under the zoning regulations, so the
For more information, contact the Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse at 410-535-3733.
land owner has agreed to allow parking for dickmyers@countytimes.net
 Thursday, February 29, 2024 Calvert County Times LOCAL NEWS 6

Technology Services Capital Budget Presented

By Dick Myers She wrote, “The fiscal impact to the our target was to have a completely stable
Staff Writer Enterprise Funds for Solid Waste/Recycling, system within a year.”
Water and Sewer: Pereira said, “There is $150,000 for
The Calvert County Board of County • User Fees: $1,698,000 records management. That is for a new
Commissioners (BOCC) reviewed capital • Debt- Enterprise: $63,950,327 records management system. We also
requests from several departments at their • Grants/Other: $1,450,000 have $226,000 in there. And that is for
Feb. 27 meeting. Included was a $15 mil- • Utility Fees/Cap Conn: $23,049,725 ServiceNow. That would be an upgraded
lion, six-year request from the Department • Total: $90,148,052 ServiceNow system. What that would
of Technology Services. For Technology Services, Director enable us to do is more people to become
Capital Projects Analyst Veronica Stephen Pereira explained, “We submitted more digital across the organization, digi-
Atkinson gave an overview in a memo to this proposed CIP, and then in January under talize workflows. It also has the potential
the BOCC. She wrote: “The Department the direction of the county administrator and to have a 311 system on the website so that
of Finance & Budget has reviewed the board, we tried to cut back as many costs systems can have a single location to go
Communications & Media Relations as what we could.” to. And it will make it easier for them to
(CMR), Technology Services (TS), Planning He noted that the Geographic Information access government services. But that is still
and Zoning (P&Z) and the Department System (GIS) proposal was cut, “We have something that you would need to consider
of Public Works Enterprise Funds (solid now, since we have removed that completely whether or not you want to push forward
waste/water & sewer) General Fund from the CIP, we have gone back through with it or not.”
requests for the FY 2025 - FY 2030 6-year existing funds, and we’ve found ways to Pereira noted, “In network infrastructure,
CIP Staff Recommended Budget, totaling fund it. So just to be clear, what this is used the $800,000 there is $400,000 for a fiber
$19,857,673. Furthermore, the Department for is the enterprise systems, which is ESRI, hub switch replacement. That’s part of our
of Finance & Budget reviewed the pro- and it’s also used to pay for the imagery that four-year project to replace the 10-year-old
posed Staff Recommended Budget for the we get done. There’s a plane that flies over, switches. We also have $300,000 for stor- Technology Services Director Stephen Pereira
Enterprise Funds, totaling $90,148,052. It’s provides all of the imagery for the GIS maps age and memory. When we put in all these
essential to note that the Enterprise Funds and systems.” new systems, all these new cameras and AI And that’s a system that’s only existed a
derive financial support from the users of He added, “Within enterprise systems, we (artificial intelligence) and everything else, little over a year. So that will give you an
the services.” have also cut back $89,000 from that. So, there’s an unglamorous bit that sits behind idea of the need for data and how much it’s
She said, “The fiscal impact to the coun- the enterprise systems’ request now sits at it that people don’t think about. And that is increasing.”
ty’s General Fund for CMR, TS, and P&Z $596,000; within that request you’ve got where we’re going to store all this data. The Atkinson will conclude her presentation
is broken out below: Workday Adaptive Planning. That is a new need for storing data is increasing dramati- of the CIP next week with the transporta-
• Pay-Go: $18,837,673 budgeting system for Workday. We have cally, particularly with the onset of Gen AI. tion budget.
• Debt/Bonds: $0 already paid for that, but we need to pay for I heard a stat recently that in FY 25 they
• Grants/Other: $1,020,000 the implementation of the system. We will believe that 10 percent of all data on the dickmyers@countytimes.net
• Total: $19,857,673 start that once the system is stable. Initially internet would’ve been created by Gen AI.

Proposal Mandates Direct Access

for 911 Calls
By Dick Myers Harris said, “Any person who violates inspections that have been done and how
Staff Writer the article is subject to a fine of $100 on many that were found not in compliance.”
their first offense and a fine of $200 for their He said the inspections are random.
The Calvert County Board of County second. And each subsequent offense each At the same meeting, the BOCC also
Commissioners (BOCC) has approved a day that the violation exists would be con- agreed to proceed with a public hearing on
public hearing on a proposal to ensure direct sidered a separate offense. And we’re sug- requirements that emergency responders be
access to 911 service with phone landlines gesting or proposing that no fines should be able to receive and send communications LOCAL CLASSIFIEDS
inside businesses and other buildings. imposed until after 90 days after adoption. within buildings. LOCAL ADVERTISERS
At the BOCC Feb. 276 meeting, That would allow us to do public educa- Harris explained, “Calvert County oper-
Department of Public Safety Emergency tion and also provide time for everybody to ates an 800 MHz digital trunked public REAL ESTATE
Communications Division Director Stanley make sure that their system is in compliance safety radio system for first responder com- SERVICES
Harris, Jr., explained, “Kari’s Law was before any fines were lefty.” munications within the county, while the
enacted by Congress in 2018 following the Commissioner President Buddy Hance State of Maryland operates a statewide 700 VEHICLES
tragic death of Kari Hunt, who was killed asked, “So I assume this is going to impact MHz digital trunked public safety radio sys-
by her estranged husband on December 1, hotels. Any business that uses a switchboard tem. These systems are utilized by both local EMPLOYMENT
2013, in a Texas motel bathroom. Hunt’s where you have to dial a number to get out?” and state first responders in Calvert County. CHILD CARE
daughter attempted to dial 911 four times Harris replied, “Correct. Any business However, modern building design and
without success, as she was unaware that that uses a multi-line telephone.” Examples construction techniques, particularly those GENERAL
the hotel telephone system required dial- given were the hospital and county govern- required for LEED (Leadership in Energy MERCHANDISE
ing an additional access digit, “9,” to reach ment, although Harris said the county has and Environmental Design) certified build-
an outside line. MD Public Safety Code § already complied. He said, “A couple of ing designs, can hinder reliable two-way
1-314 mandates that multiple-line telephone years ago we realized that we had to dial radio coverage for first responders inside YOUR ONLINE
systems connect directly to a public safety nine to get out and we worked with TS buildings. The National Fire Protection
answering point (PSAP) without necessi- (Technical Services) to have that changed Association (NFPA) 1 Fire Code, 2021 COMMUNITY FOR
tating the user to dial any supplementary in Calvert County government.” Edition, and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code,
numbers. Additionally, the enforcement and As to enforcement, Harris said, “The fire 2021 Edition, outline requirements for ensur- CHARLES, CALVERT,
PSAP certification of compliance are inte-
gral aspects of the code. “
marshal’s office in Maryland is actually
doing the inspections and has been doing
ing reliable public safety radio system cov-
erage in both new and existing structures.”
& ST. MARY’S COUNTY
The proposal designates the Department the inspections for Calvert County. So, we The proposed regulations would apply to
of Public Safety as the enforcing authority
for the proposed article in the county code.
would continue that. They report when they
actually do the inspection, it gets logged in
new or renovated buildings.
WWW.SOMD.COM
They also would be charged with establish-
ing penalties for non-compliance.
our computer-aided dispatch system. And
then we report to the state that how many
dickmyers@countytimes.net
CLASS.SOMD.COM
 7 COPS & COURTS Calvert County Times Thursday, February 29, 2024

CALVERT COUNTY POLICE BLOTTER

During the week of February 12 – February Idol located the Theft: 24-12616 On February 16, 2024, with Negligent and Reckless Driving, DWI,
18, 2024, Calvert County Sheriff’s Office vehicle in the area of Deputy Campbell responded to the report of DUI, and Loaded Handgun in a Vehicle.
Deputies responded to 2,181 calls for ser- Ferry Landing Road an attempted vehicle theft at the Crossroad
vice throughout the community including, and attempted a traf- Christian Church Park and Ride located at Weapons Violation:
but not limited to: fic stop with lights 150 Ball Road in St. Leonard. The com- 24-12988 On
• Check Welfare / Mental Health – 55 and sirens activated. plainant advised someone had attempted February 17, 2024,
• Disorderly – 14 The driver contin- to steal his company vehicle, a white 2020 at 3:45 p.m., Senior
• Domestics – 18 ued southbound at Ford Transit Van. The complainant observed Deputy (S/D) Idol
• Motor Vehicle Crashes – 35 traveling at speeds signs of forced entry; the glove box was observed a blue street
• Patrol Checks / School Checks – 1,114 Hunter Bruce Swarthout of 80 mph+. The found open, the ignition had been tampered bike traveling at a
• Suspicious Persons / Vehicles – 31 driver sped around with and drilled out of the steering column, high rate northbound
• Traffic Complaints – 53 911 the deputy’s vehicle onto the shoulder and and three Milwaukee 12v batteries were from Cox Road in
• Hang Ups – 62 into the grass, passing vehicles on the wrong missing. The estimated value of the dam- Malakhi Rashawn Harvey Huntingtown. S/D
• Arrests – 14 side of the road. In an attempt to end the aged property is $1,100, while the approxi- Idol caught up to the
pursuit, S/D Idol slowed his vehicle so the mate cost to replace the vehicle is $18,000. vehicle and reported it was exceeding speeds
NOTABLE CASES / INCIDENTS driver would stop safely on the roadway, but of 100 mph weaving in and out of traffic. Due
instead drove up an embankment continuing Weapon Violation: to heavy traffic and additional police units
Fleeing and to flee. S/D Idol caught up to the vehicle and 24-13416 On responding, the driver was forced to slow
Eluding: 24-12185 the driver pulled over. The driver, Hunter February 18, 2024, down and bring the pursuit safely to an end.
On February 14, Bruce Swarthout, 27 of Lothian, was Deputy Baxter The suspect, Malakhi Rashawn Harvey,
2024, DFC Wilder placed into custody and transported to the responded to a traf- 20 of District Heights, was taken into cus-
initiated a traffic Calvert County Detention Center where he fic complaint along tody. During a search incident to arrest, a
stop on a vehicle was charged with Fleeing and Eluding along SB Rt 4 in the area loaded firearm (a polymer semi-automatic
traveling well above with several other traffic-related violations. of Lancaster Drive handgun) with ten 9mm Ruger rounds was
the posted speed in St. Leonard. The discovered in Harvey’s front pocket. Harvey
limit in the area of Tampering: 24-12620 On February 16, Donovan Lee Bragg complainant advised was transported to the Calvert County
Zamahri Lydell Talley Calvert Cliffs State 2024, Deputy Tunnell responded to the she observed a red Detention Center where he was charged with
Parkway in Lusby. Ford Dealership located at 10 Solomons passenger vehicle strike a guardrail multi- Concealing a Dangerous Weapon, Loaded
DFC Wilder observed the vehicle operat- Island Road in Prince Frederick, for the ple times while driving. Witnesses observed Handgun on Person, Negligent and Reckless
ing aggressively, in addition to running a report of vehicle tampering. Contact was the vehicle facing northbound in the south- Driving, Fleeing and Eluding along with
red light. The driver then attempted to elude made with the complainant who advised at bound lanes, spin around, and keep driving. other traffic-related violations.
DFC Wilder by accelerating and turning off approximately 12:45 a.m. on Feb. 15, an The complainant observed the vehicle turn
its lights while still in motion. The vehicle unknown white male was lurking around the into the Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Powerplant Editor’s Note: The above arrests are not an
eventually came to a stop in the 1000 block dealership parking lot and made entry and in Lusby, where security located the vehi- indication of guilt or innocence as the cases
of Ball Road, in a residential driveway. The removed items from approximately 25-30 cle in their parking lot. The security officer have not been adjudicated.
driver, identified as Zamahri Lydell Talley, vehicles. The estimated value of damaged witnessed the driver exit the vehicle and
20, of Prince Frederick, was apprehended and stolen property is unknown at this time. urinate in front of it. Upon making contact Anyone with information about these inci-
and transported to the Calvert County with the driver, Donovan Lee Bragg, 21 dents is asked to call the Sheriff’s Office at
Detention Center where he was charged Theft: 24-12301 On February 15, 2024, of Pataskala, OH, a strong odor of an alco- (410) 535-2800 and reference the case num-
with Negligent Driving, Reckless Driving, Deputy Zinn responded to the 7300 block holic beverage was emitting from Bragg’s ber provided. Citizens may remain anony-
Fleeing and El.uding, along with other traf- of F Street in Chesapeake Beach, for the breath. After a series of standard field sobri- mous thru the ‘Submit a Tip’ feature on the
fic-related offenses. report of a theft. The complainant advised ety tests, the investigation revealed Bragg Calvert County Sheriff’s Office mobile app.
his 2022 Redmax EBX8560 75.66CC was impaired and unable to safely operate To download, visit https://apps.myocv.com/
Fleeing and Eluding: 24-12565 On Backpack Leaf Blower was stolen from his a motor vehicle. As Bragg was placed into share/a39520678 . Tipsters may also email
February 16, 2024, Senior Deputy Idol trailer while parked on Horace Ward Road custody, he advised there was a loaded hand- ccsotips@calvertcountymd.gov
observed a motorcycle traveling at a high in Owings. The estimated value of stolen gun in his vehicle. Two magazines and a hol-
rate splitting traffic through Dunkirk. S/D property is $690. ster were also recovered. Bragg was charged

Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash Prince Frederick Man

in Huntingtown Sentenced for Sex Offenses
On February 28, 2024, at approximately 11:41 The driver failed to slow or stop for the stop Jonathan F. Huffman, 38, of Prince Frederick,
a.m., members of the Calvert County Sheriff’s sign, proceeded across Hunting Creek Road, was sentenced on Feb. 22 to 50 years in prison,
Office Patrol Bureau responded to the area of left the roadway striking several trees. with 18 years of active incarceration, for sex
Hunting Creek Road and Deep Landing Road Sullivan was transported to CalvertHealth abuse of a minor and second-degree rape. In
in Huntingtown, for the report of a single motor where he was later pronounced deceased. imposing this sentence, Calvert County Circuit
vehicle crash. Upon arrival, deputies deter- At this time, the cause of the crash Court Judge Mark S. Chandlee described
mined that the operator sustained life-threat- appears to be medical-related. Huffman as “a wolf in sheep’s clothing.”
ening injuries. The Crash Reconstruction Team Master Deputy Jeffrey Hardesty of the The case originated last year as a result of a
responded to the scene to investigate. Crash Reconstruction Team is investigating cyber tip to the FBI. A joint investigation by
Preliminary investigation revealed that a the crash. Anyone who may have witnessed the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office and the
2018 Chevy Silverado, operated by Charles the crash or has additional information is Department of Social Services revealed that
Michael Sullivan, 81 of Huntingtown, MD, asked to contact M/Dep. Hardesty at 410- Huffman had been abusing the victim over
was traveling eastbound on Deep Landing 535-2800 or by email, Jeffrey.Hardesty@ many years. He told the victim that if she
Road approaching Hunting Creek Road. calvertcountymd.gov. reported the abuse “things would get worse.”
Huffman will be on 5 years of supervised
probation and required to register for life as
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Calvert Community Calendar

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Thu, Feb 29 Fri, Mar 1 Calvert County Historical Society. The 3004 or go to www.somdbluegrass.com.
local product breakfast includes fried pota-
Lawyers in the Library On Pins & Needles toes, bacon, sausage gravy, country links in
sage, biscuits and local jellies, Olga’s cakes, Thu, Mar 7
Calvert Library Prince Frederick Calvert Library Prince Frederick local yogurt and fruit, and scrambled eggs.
850 Costley Way 850 Costley Way Children’s activities and historic pictures Sea Squirts: Animals with Pouches
12-2 p.m. 1-4 p.m. of Calvert County are featured. Tickets are
$18 with children 6 and under free. 410-535- Calvert Marine Museum
Need help with an expungement? Have civil Bring your quilting, needlework, knitting, 2452. www.calverthistory.org. 10:15 & 11:15 a.m.
legal questions? Meet briefly with an attor- crocheting or other project for an after-
ney at the library to get hands on help. We noon of conversation and shared creativ- ACLT Annual Meeting and Luncheon Children 18 months to 3 years, with an
will also be offering JobSource help with ity. 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. https:// adult, are invited to discover the museum
resumes and job searching and information CalvertLibrary.info. St. John Vianney Family Life Center together through music, stories, and special
about treatment, recovery, healthy lifestyles, 225 Holy Family Ln, Prince Frederick activities. Join us for story time and a craft,
conflict resolution, youth intervention, voca- First Fossil Friday! 9:30 a.m. available while supplies last. Sessions are
tional training and more. Partners include 25-40 minutes. Cost is free with museum
MD Legal Aid, SoMD JobSource, and Calvert Marine Museum Review accomplishments from American admission. Sign up at the Admissions Desk
Healthy Beginnings from Calvert County 1-4:30 p.m. Chestnut Land Trust’s current five-year plan when you arrive. For more information,
Health Department and Calvert County (2019-2023) and adopt the next five-year visit: https://www.calvertmarinemuseum.
Community Mediation Center. No cost. Fossil hunters, bring your fossil finds from plan. com/212/Sea-Squirts-18-mos---3-yrs
Registration is not required but if you pro- the Calvert Cliffs or other local areas to be
vide information about the charges you wish identified! This service is provided for free;
expunged, the process may go more quickly. however, admission fees apply for access to Sun, Mar 3 Upcoming
410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862. https:// CMM exhibits. For more information, visit:
CalvertLibrary.info. Calendar • First Fossil Friday! (calvert- Southern Maryland Bluegrass -High Spring Auction
marinemuseum.com) Fidelity
Anime Night Online
12 Hikes in ‘24 Hiking Challenge Calvert Elks 2620 Saturday, March 9 at 12pm - Sunday,
Calvert Library Fairview Branch 1015 Dares Beach Rd., Prince Frederick March 10 at 4pm.
Rt. 4 and Chaneyville Rd, Owings American Chestnut Land Trust 2 p.m.
6-7 p.m. 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Hosted by C.A.S.H. NSBE Jr., Calvert
The doors will open at Noon and the County Chapter of Maryland, a student
A fun night of anime! Tweens/Teens Participants must register, and then sign-in performance will start at 2:00 PM. chapter of the National Society of Black
in grades 6-12 invited. Come hang out using the QR code at any American Cuzin’s N Harmony will open the show. Engineers (NSBE)!. This online auction is
with friends and other fans of anime. We Chestnut Land Trust (ACLT) trailhead at Many folks remember the Bluegrass records a fundraising event to support the participa-
will watch anime, talk about our favorite least one time each month to qualify for from the 1950s and ‘60s. The power and tion of our students in the National NSBE
manga and sample some books, use art a prize at the end of the year. Participants soul of that music has won the hearts STEM annual convention scheduled for
supplies for anime creations, and try some are encouraged to upload photos from each of people across the globe. Only a few March 2024 in Atlanta, GA. Whether you’re
Japanese snacks! 410-257-2101. https:// hike to ACLT’s Facebook and Instagram bands have come along in recent years a seasoned bidder or simply want to support
CalvertLibrary.info. with hashtag #ACLT12Hikesin24, and to that draw their influence from that clas- our cause, there’s smething for everyone.
join the Facebook Group “ACLT’s Hiking sic era of music’s history. High Fidelity Plus, if bidding isn’t your style, we offer a
Reading Buddies Challenges Group.” is a group that has a love and dedication donation option too!
to that style. The name alone says it all: To register, simply follow these steps:
Calvert Library Southern Branch, “HIGH FIDELITY”! Many record albums 1. Visit https://app.galabid.com/
13920 H. G. Trueman Road, Solomons, Sat, Mar 2 from the ‘50s and ‘60s bears those words. cashnsbejrauction
6:30-7:30 p.m. Tickets will be $23.00 per person and sold at 2. Click on the ‘Register’ button
Farm to Table Heritage Breakfast the door beginning at Noon. Children under 3. Follow the instructions to complete
At this event, elementary-aged children will 12 are admitted free with a paying adult. your registration.
do fun activities and read out loud to teen vol- Calvert County Fairgrounds Food will be available for sale by the Calvert
unteers. Teen volunteers can earn one service 7-10:30 a.m. Elks Lodge beginning at noon until 2:30. A
learning hour for participating. 410-535-0291. 50/50 raffle and door prizes will be offered.
410-326-5289. https://CalvertLibrary.info. This community event is hosted by the For more information, please call 301-737-

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St. Mary's Community Calendar

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Thu, Feb 29 Fri, Mar 1 (19050 Hill Commons Dr, St Marys City, and a Bake Sale table to help satisfy your
MD 20686) sweet tooth. Peter has been on dialysis since
MVRS Chicken Dinner Drive thru Fried Shrimp Dinner February 2020 and in search of a kidney
HVFD Annual Spring Dinner donor. This is to help Peter with the medical
Thompsons Seafood Corner Market Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire expenses that he endures while waiting on
28765 Three Notch Rd, Mechanicsville Department Social Hall of the Hollywood Fire House a kidney. Wear something green to receive
9 a.m. to 6 p.m. 28165 Hills Club Rd., Mechanicsville 24801 Three Notch Rd., Hollywood a free paddle with the purchase of at least 2
5p.m. to 7p.m. 1p.m. to 5p.m. paddles or an “ALL IN” paddle. Limit one
Please come out and enjoy a $10.99 chicken free paddle per person, Reservations are not
dinner hosted by Thompsons Corner Carry Out Only: $30 per dinner- cash or required but encouraged. Call or Text Lori
Seafood! The dinner will include four pieces check. Menu: Stuffed Ham, Fried Oysters, at 301-535-5778 with any reservations or
of chicken, two sides. and a roll. Come sup- Sat, Mar 2 Chicken Salad, Candied Sweet Potatoes, questions you may have.
port local first responders! Parsley Potatoes, Green Beans, Cole Slaw,
Relay For Life of St Mary’s County Beets & Roll. Stuffed Ham and Chicken
State of the Schools Salad for sale by the pound. Bake Sale and Wed, Mar 6
St Mary’s College of Maryland 50/50 raffle
Dr. James A. Forrest Career & 47645 College Drive., St. Mary’s City Leonardtown Lions Club Meeting
Technology Center 4p.m. to 8 p.m.
24005 Point Lookout Rd., Leonardtown Sun, Mar 3 Olde Breton Inn
11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. FREE community walking event celebrating 21890 Society Hill Rd., Leonardtown
our county cancer survivors, remembering Benefit Quarter Auction for Peter 7:30 p.m.
Dr. J. Scott Smith will present an update in and honoring loved ones who lost their can- Reshetar
regard to St. Mary’s County Public Schools. cer battle, and supporting those currently John Richards, President of the St. Mary’s
There will be an optional guided tour and undergoing treatment. This is an opportu- Mechanicsville Moose Lodge County Fair Association, will be the Guest
a delicious lunch catered by the Forrest nity to fight back together against cancer. 27636 Mechanicsville Rd., Mechanicsville Speaker at the Leonardtown Lions Club
Technology culinary students. The doors We will have entertainment, food trucks, Noon to 4p.m. meeting.
will open at 11 a.m. and the program will music, Zumba, various on-site fundraisers All interested community members are
begin at 12 p.m. and a Brown Bag auction. Opening ceremo- Benefit Quarter Auction with a Silent invited to attend. Buffet Dinner (optional
nies are scheduled for 4pm at the Michael P Auction and a Leprechaun Hunt. There 6:45). For reservations contact Lion George
O’Brien Rec Courts at St. Mary’s College will also be food available for purchase georgekirbylions@gmail.com

UPCOMING EVENTS
Gardening for Biodiversity: a storytime presented by the library, and a and how to apply that decal to a canvas Tri-County Council for Southern Mary-
Connecting People and Native craft provided by SPICE at Leonardtown tote bag using the Cricut Easy Press. land. Register on www.stmalib.org.
Plants for A Healthy Planet Library on Tuesday, March 5 from 9:30 - Participants will also learn the basics of
Explore the fascinating world of polli- 10:30 a.m. SPICE Studio will provide a 30- Cricut Design Space, the software used Renting vs Owning a Home:
nators and beautiful Maryland native min workout incorporating power walking, to create endlessly customizable designs. Lunch & Learn Series
plants, while learning to recognize in- jogging, and/or running with functional No experience necessary, all materials Pack a lunch and join Dr. Troy Anthony
vasive “look-a-like” plant species that interval training to help you build endur- provided. Register on www.stmalib.org. Anderson, financial wellness expert, as
are commonly found in home gardens ance, strength, and core. Caregivers are he breaks down the complex decision
at Leonardtown Library on Saturday, led through movements that train their English Conversation Hour: that is whether to rent or buy a home
March 2 from 10 – 11 a.m. Recommend- bodies for mom (or dad, or other caregiver) Cafecito en la Biblioteca at Lexington Park Library on Wednes-
ed for ages 10 and up. Join Esther Bon- life. Suitable for all levels of fitness, no mat- Join us every 1st Thursday of the month day, March 13 from 12 – 1 p.m. There
ney and Sam Rutherford, co-founders ter where you are in your fitness journey. at Lexington Park Library to Practice your are many factors that go into making
of Nurture Natives, along with Wild Babies are there with you the entire time English speaking skills in a group. The such an important decision, from the
Ones Chesapeake Bay founders Mar- and entertained with whatever it takes to next session will be held on Thursday, high initial cost of home-ownership to
lene and Bill Smith, for an inspiring help you get in your workout for the day. March 7 from 6 – 7 p.m. This is a fun, ca- the home equity you might be missing
and educational family event. After the Register on www.stmailb.org. sual atmosphere to practice and improve out on by renting. interactive work-
presentation, there will be pollinator your English. Speakers of all levels are shop is packed with practical, fami-
crafts and activities, igniting a passion Cricut Crafts: Custom Bag welcome. There will be a new topic for ev- ly-oriented exercises that will help you
for conservation among all ages. You Come learn more about the library’s Cri- ery meeting. Activities will be provided for be the master of your own financial
don’t want to miss out on this inspiring cut Maker and practice cutting heat trans- accompanying children. No registration. wellness. The Lunch & Learn series is
presentation and workshop! Register fer vinyl to embellish a tote bag to take a hybrid event. If you are planning to
on www.stmalib.org. home at Leonardtown Library on Thurs- Resume Builder’s Workshop attend virtually, be sure to register for
day, March 7 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. This in- A workshop event to help job-seekers to the event to receive a link to the online
Stroller Squad troductory, in-person class will cover how develop skills to create resumes and im- session. In-person walk-ins welcome.
Fitness Storytime to use an electronic die-cutting machine prove existing ones. Join us at Charlotte All registrants will receive a Zoom link
Our friends from SPICE Studio will called the Cricut Maker to create an iron- Hall Library on Wednesday, March 13 from the day before the session. Register
teach a stroller fitness class, followed by on decal using heat transfer vinyl (HTV) 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. In partnership with the on www.stmalib.org.
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In Remembrance
Continued from page 13 established Maryland Infirmary in Chaptico Estelle Ruleman, 86 ored to serve the family of Mrs. Estelle
before retiring after 25 years in 1989. Lee Ruleman.
had a generous soul and gave willingly to Nita was a woman of strong faith, and Estelle Lee
any in need. He would say, you do not need since 1965 a devoted member of Hollywood Ruleman, age 86, Dotty Ryce, 78
to tell anyone, this is between you, me and United Methodist Church, and active with passed away peace-
God. He was strong in his convictions and the United Methodist Women. fully on February Dorothy Victoria
a straight shooter. His absence will be pro- Nita was an avid fan of baseball and 16, 2024, sur- Ryce, “Dotty”, 78,
foundly felt by all who knew and loved him. football at all levels. Her love of football rounded by her lov- of Mechanicsville,
In addition to his wife Dorinda, Tony started while in high school where perennial ing family. She was MD, passed away
is also survived by his children, Michael powerhouse Fort Hill would pack Sentinel born December 21, peacefully on
Hyde; John Hughes of Charlotte Hall, Stadium. She was a lifelong Orioles fan after 1937 to Dorothy N. February 25, 2024
MD; Brendan Hughes of Florida; Marlena the team’s arrival in Baltimore in 1954 and Poe (Bauer) and Edgar Allen Poe in Laurel, at her home sur-
Navarro (Paul) of Fort Washington, MD; a Baltimore Colts fan turned Washington Maryland. She was a beloved Mother, Sister, rounded by family.
Sarah Hughes (Juan Carlos Molina) of Redskins fan after the Colts 1984 midnight Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Great- Born on August 17,
Mechanicsville, MD; brother Charles “sneak out of town”. Great-Grandmother, and cherished friend. 1945 in Leonardtown, MD, she was the
“Rusty” Hyde (Beth) of Loveville, and Nita was the scorekeeper for her son’s Estelle’s early years were dedicated to daughter of the late Eileen Burch and the late
his grandchildren: Allison Hyde, Braden little league baseball teams and enthusiasti- family, where she lovingly embraced the William Burch. Dotty was the loving wife of
Hughes, Ericka Bull, Camílla Navarro, cally supported her children’s extracurricu- roles of motherhood and homemaker. In her the late Dickie Ryce, whom she married on
Leiliana Navarro, and Julian Molina. He is lar activities. She also attended and enjoyed professional journey, she worked as a recep- August 1, 1964 in Immaculate Conception
preceded in death by his parents, daughter Great Mills and Chopticon High Schools’ ath- tionist at the Fort Myers Press, made lifelong Catholic Church, Mechanicsville, MD,
Ashley Hyde and siblings Joseph Hyde, Jr. letic and other events. Most of all Nita loved friends as a bartender at various locations, and who preceded her in death on March
and Debra Gray. watching her grandchildren compete in gym- was a secretary at A&M Glass in Southern 11, 2008. She is survived by her children,
A Celebration of Life is being planned nastics, swimming, baseball, and football. Maryland, and a clerk at Walmart. Her gen- Ricky Ryce (Elise) of Mechanicsville, MD
for the Spring. Invitations will be sent by Nita enjoyed playing Bridge, was an uine kindness endeared her to many, and she and Tammy Carpenter of Mechanicsville,
his family. avid reader, and loved the music of Tony gracefully concluded her career in the cash MD, her sisters, Louise Gough (Francis)
Condolences may be made to the family Bennett. She enjoyed knitting and was also office for Walmart in Vero Beach, FL. of Chaptico, MD and Kathy Guy (Al) of
at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. an extremely skilled seamstress winning Beyond work, Estelle found joy in Mechanicsville, MD, her brother, Michael
Arrangements by Brinsfield Funeral Home many ribbons at the St. Mary’s County Fair attending family functions, gardening, Burch of Mechanicsville, MD, her sisters-
& Crematory, P.A., Charlotte Hall, MD. for her entries. and watching her favorite western TV in-law, Margaret Mary Burch and Peggy
Over the years Nita was a volunteer not shows. Outdoors, she delighted in boating Derrick (Pete), grandchildren, Amanda
Nita Dohrman, 97 only with her Church but also with Parent on the lake, fishing and catching crabs in Meshach (Seth), Wayne Carpenter,
Teacher Associations, St. Mary’s County the Chesapeake Bay, and always enjoyed Cal Carpenter, and Cadence Ryce, and
Oneita (Nita) Library, Interfaith Volunteers, Happy being outdoors paying special attention to great-grandchildren, Charlotte Meshach
Sommerkamp Hearts, St. Mary’s County Fair, Meals on her many plants that surrounded her home. and Jameson Meshach. In addition to her
Dohrman, 97, of Wheels, St. Paul’s UMC Soup Kitchen, A fervent sports enthusiast, she passionately parents, Dotty was preceded in death by her
California, MD, SIDS Invitational Golf Tournament, and cheered for her favorite football teams, the brother, Bubby Burch.
passed away peace- many others. Washington Redskins and Georgia Bulldogs. Dotty was a lifelong St. Mary’s County,
fully Thursday, Nita is survived by her children Leigh Her love for friendly competition extended MD resident and graduated from St.
February 22, 2024. Miller (Lee) Harrellsville, NC, Grace-Anne to playing pool with family and friends. Mary’s Academy in 1964. She was a Para
She was born in Dohrman (Herschel Wilder) California, Estelle is survived by her brothers, Floyd Professional for the St. Mary’s County
Cumberland, MD, MD, and Chuck Dohrman Baltimore, MD. Poe of Athens, GA, and Lynn Poe (Paulette) Board of Education for 39 years, retiring
to the late John Humbird and Anna Marion Also survived by grandchildren Cassandra of Lake Worth, FL, along with her sister, on June 30, 2012. Dotty enjoyed watching
(Padgett) Sommerkamp. Fox (Daniel), Marinanicole Schultheiss Nancy Grace (Tom) of Athens, GA. She is county softball and soap operas, dancing,
Nita was raised in Cumberland where (Matt), Luke Dohrman, Jacob Dohrman, preceded in death by her parents, her sister and playing pitch. Her fondest memories
she graduated from Fort Hill High School and great-grandchildren Theodore and Lee Marie McAllister, her brother Dennis Poe, were those spent going to the beach with
in 1944 and Memorial Hospital Nursing Fox. She is also survived by many people and her son-in-law Jim Graham. Dad, spending time with former classmates
School in 1947. Upon graduation she moved special to her including sister-in-law Patricia Estelle leaves behind a legacy embraced having lunch, and spending time with her
to New York City to begin a nursing career Dohrman, Teresa Dohrman, cousins, nieces, by her loving daughters: Patti Albertsen family, grandkids, and great-grandkids.
at New York Hospital/Cornell Medical nephews, and great-nieces and -nephews. In (Roy) of Lincolnton, GA, Donna Graham Dotty will be missed by all who had the
Center. While living in New York Nita addition to her parents, she was preceded of Orange Park, FL, Sandy Guy-Good pleasure to know her.
fell in love with everything about “the city in death by her husband, Wilbur Dohrman, (Haze) of Vero Beach, FL, Wendy Ruleman The family will receive friends on
that never sleeps”. She would revisit often her in-laws Wilbur J. and Eva Dohrman, (Darren Buckler) of Mechanicsville, MD, Tuesday, March 5, 2024 from 10:00 AM
throughout her life with family and friends grandson Zachary Dohrman, brother Jodi Davidson of Vero Beach, FL, and lov- to 11:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner
showing them all that New York has to offer and sister-in-law Charles (Hummie) and ing son Brian Ruleman (Denise Dixon) of Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD, where
including riding the subway and attending Teresa Sommerkamp, brother-in-law Paul Vero Beach, FL. She is survived by her 23 a funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM
the most current theatre productions. Dohrman, and son-in-law Ted Vickers. grandchildren, 40 great-grandchildren, and 2 in the funeral home chapel with Deane
In November of 1951 she met her future The family will receive visitors Monday, great-great-grandchildren, each a testament Wolfe officiating. Interment will follow at
husband, Wil, on a blind date and they were March 4, 2024, at Brinsfield Funeral to the love she shared with them. Estelle also Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown,
married in August of 1952. They moved to Home, Leonardtown, MD, from 4 to 7 leaves behind many nieces, nephews, and MD. Serving as pallbearers will be Michael
Morgantown, WV, where Nita worked as a pm. Funeral service will be held at 11 am extended family members. Burch, David Burch, Stan Guy, Timmy
Nursing Supervisor while Wil continued his Tuesday, March 5, 2024, Hollywood United Estelle celebrated a life beautifully lived, Carpenter, Cal Carpenter, and Robbie
college education. For the next decade they Methodist Church, Hollywood, MD, with filled with love, laughter, and cherished Cooper. Honorary pallbearers will be
worked, studied, and started their family in interment to follow at Joy Chapel Cemetery, moments. May her memory be a source of Amanda Meshach, Cadence Ryce, Katie
Prince Georges and Montgomery Counties Hollywood, MD. comfort and inspiration for all who were Van Hoozier, and Butch Fox.
in Maryland before moving to St. Mary’s Donations in her name may be made to: touched by her grace. Estelle will be deeply In lieu of flowers, contributions may be
County in 1965. She soon embraced “the United Women of Faith, c/o Hollywood missed and forever remembered in our hearts. made to the Clements Cuties Foundation,
County” life and enjoyed new food expe- United Methodist Church, 24422 Mervell The family will receive friends on P.O. Box 992, Mechanicsville, MD 20659.
riences including crabs, stuffed ham, and Dean Road, Hollywood, MD 20636 or March 2nd, 2024 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 Condolences may be made to the family
especially fried oysters. The St. Mary’s County Library Foundation, p.m. with a memorial service at 1 p.m. at at www.mgfh.com.
Nita continued her nursing career 23630 Hayden Farm Lane, Leonardtown, Beggs Funeral Home, 200 May Avenue, Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-
first at the St. Mary’s Nursing Center in MD 20650. Lincolnton, GA 30817. Gardiner Funeral Home and Cremation
Leonardtown then at the Village Medical Memorial donations may be made to St Services, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.
Center in Mechanicsville. She left in 1974 to Jude Children’s Hospital.
work with Dr. Eugene Guazzo at the newly Beggs Funeral Home, Lincolnton is hon-
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Carol Porter, 54 Ballew, and her husband, Mark A. Porter. his parents, he is also preceded in death by and created a home that was their haven.
Condolences may be made to the family his sister, Sheila Farrell. Tony was a hardworking man with an
Carol Jeanette at www.mgfh.com. All services will be private. unmatched work ethic. After being a proud
Ballew Porter, 54, Arrangements provided by the Mattingley- Condolences to the family may be made graduate of Chopticon High School Class of
of Hollywood, MD, Gardiner Funeral Home and Cremation at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. 1982 he became a truck driver. “Big T” was a
gained her angel Services, P.A., Leonardtown, MD. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Kenworth man, and started his own company
wings in the early Home, P.A. Hyde’s Trucking. Later, together with his
morning hours of Donnie Chainay, 71 wife, they opened up Hyde’s Uniform Shop
Sunday, February Tony Hyde, 60 at the Farmer’s Market in Charlotte Hall.
18, 2024. Carol Donald Joseph Every Saturday he could be found there in
leaves behind her Chainay, Sr., 71, Southern Maryland his captain’s chair joyfully meeting and greet-
loving parents, Kay and Ray Ballew of of California, MD has lost a trea- ing his family, friends and loyal customers.
Hollywood, MD, her sons whom she dearly passed away on sured soul and life- Tony was a magnetic force, people gravi-
loved, Darren and Daniel Ballew, her best Sunday, February long member of tated towards him. If you ever met Tony you
friend and husband, Mark A. Porter, her 18, 2024 at MedStar the Charlotte Hall would never forget him. He was a positive
brothers, Ray Ballew (Lisa) and Donny St. Mary’s Hospital community with man who could find the bright side of life
Goble, her sister, Sissy Goble of NC, four with his loving fam- the passing of Paul no matter the circumstance. His motto was
grandchildren — to Owen, she was “Gigi”, ily at his side. Anthony Hyde, “tomorrow is a new day.”
as well as two special fur babies that she He was born on August 31, 1952 in 60, affectionately Tony was best known for his hilarious
loved, Minnie and Daisy. Bethesda, MD to the late Raymond Elzear known as “Tony.” He passed away unex- sense of humor and having such a large
Carol graduated from Leonardtown High Chainay and Ruth Louise (nee: Faunce) pectedly on February 1, 2024 with his ador- compassionate heart. His presence would
School. Carol married her husband, Mark, in Chainay. ing wife and loving family by his side. light up the room. If you were with him you
1996, after meeting him at a Crime Solvers’ Donnie is a 1969 graduate of Great Mills He was born on January 27, 1964 in were guaranteed to laugh because he would
Dance. They shared 29 wonderful years High School. He was retired from Calvert Prince Frederick, MD to the late Joseph always have a great story or a joke for you.
together and were married for 27 years. County Government as a Maintenance Harold Hyde, Sr. and Mary Pauline His very favorite thing to do was finding a
Carol worked at the St. Mary’s County Supervisor after many dedicated years of (Wilkerson) Hyde. steal of a deal and bargains offered on many
Sheriff’s Office and retired due to health employment. On October 21, 1983 he mar- On July 4, 2017 Tony married his soul- auction sites.
issues that plagued her throughout her life; ried his beloved wife, Kim Duke Chainay in mate Dorinda Hill. He told her every year on Tony’s life was one of giving. He was a
however, she was a fighter, and at times, Valley Lee, MD. Together they celebrated their anniversary there would be fireworks. steadfast provider and protector of his entire
hard-headed, which helped her overcome over 40 wonderful years of marriage. His Tony and Dorinda knew each other since family. He shared his knowledge, his time,
those health issues. She was then diagnosed hobbies included studying Genealogy and they were playmates as young children. his great compassion and understanding. He
with lung cancer in July 2023 and under- sharing the information with his friends They found each other again and over the
went three major surgeries in November and family. He enjoyed reminiscing about next 6 years they shared a storybook love Continued on page 14
2023, but she never quit fighting. good times in Leonardtown. He loved

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Carol had a heart of gold and her smile Bluegrass music and played the stand up
would light up a room. She had many friends bass in the Dixie Ramblers and Flyin Blind
and always made time to speak with them. Bluegrass bands. In his younger years he
Carol had a love for sunsets and filled her was an avid softball player and played
phone with beautiful photos of them. She on several teams, including: Budweiser,
was a bright light with her beautiful brown Dukes Bar and Pennies, as a third baseman.
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12 COLUMNISTS St. Mary’s County Times Thursday, February 29, 2024

FINANCIAL FOCUS® Wanderings

n
of a Aimless Mind
How can women bridge by Shelby Oppermann

the retirement gap? They Paved Paradise...

It seems like so many changes are
March 8 is International Women’s Day, a day for celebrating all the accom- happening to our small county lately.
plishments of women around the globe. But many women still need to make Where there used to be old landmarks
up ground in one key area: retirement security. or forests, now there are areas of
Women’s challenges in achieving a secure retirement are due to several felled trees waiting for development.
factors, including these: If someone has recently moved to St.
• Pay gap – It’s smaller than it once was, but a wage gap still exists between Mary’s County then they won’t know
men and women. In fact, women earn, on average, about 82 cents for about all the things that once were part
every dollar that men earn, according to the Census Bureau. And even of the charm of St. Mary’s. I’m a PG County transplant since 1979, although
though this gap narrows considerably at higher educational levels, it’s still I spent lots of time here as a child at Point Lookout and St. Patrick’s Creek
a source of concern. Women who earn less than men will likely contribute with our Prowler camper trailer, and also spent quite a few summer sessions
less to 401(k) plans and will ultimately see smaller Social Security checks. at Camp Maria in the late 60s and early 70s.We used to bring my grandmother
• Longer lives – At age 65, women live, on average, about 20 more down to Ye Coole Springs in Charlotte Hall in the mid-60s to get gallon jugs
years, compared to almost 17 for men, according to the Social Security of the “healing waters” to slow down her cancer until her passing in 1969. The
Administration. Those extra years mean extra expenses. beauty and tranquility of Ye Coole Springs is one of the few things that have
• Caregiving responsibilities – Traditionally, women have done much of not changed except for the water has since been found unfit to drink.
the caregiving for young children and older parents. And while this care- You always hear change is good – I guess it depends on each person’s defini-
giving is done with love, it also comes with financial sacrifice. Consider tion. I do realize that people want their tax dollars to stay in the county and not
this: The average employment-related costs for mothers providing unpaid have to travel to Waldorf for something that they like that may be unavailable
care is nearly $300,000 over a lifetime, according to the U.S. Department here. Heck, I’ve always hoped that Nick’s could open up another store in our
of Labor — which translates to a reduction of 15% of lifetime earnings. county. But my thoughts right now are on the Charlotte Hall Farmer’s Market
Furthermore, time away from the workforce results in fewer contributions which to me represents so many good memories over the years. Some early
to 401(k) and other employer-sponsored retirement plans. memories are when my brother Billy would come down from PG County in
Ultimately, these issues can leave women with a retirement security deficit. 1980 with well used Cintas pants and shirts that were being thrown away but
Here are some moves that can help close this gap: were still in good enough shape for farmers and workers to wear. I would leave
• Contribute as much as possible to retirement plans. Try to contribute as from my dorm room at St. Mary’s College on Saturday mornings to meet Billy
much as you can afford to your 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored and we would set up at 5 am right up front near where Gardiner’s Produce is
retirement plan. Your earnings can grow tax deferred and your contribu- now and sell the pants and shirts for $3 and $4 each to older gentleman that
tions can lower your taxable income. (With a Roth 401(k), contributions were thrilled to have them. My mother would come down from our hometown
aren’t deductible, but earnings and withdrawals are tax free, provided you in Clinton and bring us a lunch of homemade fried chicken and potato salad,
meet certain conditions.) At a minimum, contribute enough to earn your or some other amazing meal she would cook up for us..
employer’s matching contribution, if one is offered, and try to boost your The egg auctions next to the old Market restaurant fascinated me. I enjoyed
contributions whenever your salary goes up. If you don’t have access to a watching how high or low the prices would go. It was all new to a suburban
401(k), but you have earned income, you can contribute to an IRA. Even PG County girl 45 years ago. I also loved seeing all the Amish food stands
if you don’t have earned income, but you have a spouse who does, you and the animals they brought with them to sell. It seems like there were more
might be eligible to contribute to a spousal IRA. Amish shops back then. Whenever I headed back home from college there was
• Maximize Social Security benefits. You can start taking Social Security sure to be a Shoofly pie to take to my parents. And I remember all the years
at 62, but your monthly checks will be much bigger if you can afford to of my sons and I walking those dusty lanes between the buildings and finding
wait until your full retirement age, which will be around 66½. If you are treasures from all the vendors. So many memories.
married, you may want to coordinate your benefits with those of your I went to the Farmer’s Market Saturday the 17th and met my oldest son there,
spouse — in some cases, it makes sense for the spouse with the lower we had a nice breakfast at Helen’s Cafe and I walked in quite a few shops, and
benefits to claim first, based on their earnings record, and apply for spou- last Saturday I met my youngest son, his two little boys, and his girlfriend at The
sal benefits later, when the spouse with higher benefits begins to collect. Farmers Market and we wandered in so many of the shops again. I know lots
• Build an emergency fund. Try to build an emergency fund containing up of the vendors there and worked with some of them over the years when I was
to six months’ worth of living expenses, with the money kept in a liquid dealing antiques and collectibles. In talking with the vendors, it seems that many
account. Having this fund available will help protect you from having to were still in shock about leaving a lot sooner than they thought. I heard the word
dip into your retirement accounts for large, unexpected costs, such as a heartbreaking a few times here and there, as well as using it myself many times.
major home or car repair. Just thinking of yet another county landmark being bulldozed down is heart-
It’s unfortunate, but women still must travel a more difficult road than men to breaking to me, it truly brings tears to my eyes. I’m sure not everyone looks at
reach retirement security. But making the right moves can help ease the journey. the Farmer’s Market and the old homes and businesses in St. Mary’s County like
my husband and my sons do, many look at it as progress or having “exciting”
This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward new fast food chains on the way. Some people probably think of everything
Jones Financial Advisor. at the Market as junk, well they must not ever have been in all the interesting
Edward Jones, Member SIPC shops or talked with all the wonderful vendors like Becky Tyer, Paula Johnson,
Contributed by David McDonough or Charlie Brown. The photo with this column is of my friend Becky Tyer, a
Financial Advisor at Edward Jones Farmer’s Market vendor for 39 years, along with her hard-working nephews
Office located at 41680 Miss Bessie Dr. Suite 302 Darrian Hall (on left), Darius Hall, and her husband Oscar Tyer.
Leonardtown, MD 20650 I see some of the reasons I stayed in St. Mary’s County after college slowly
301 997 1707 getting bulldozed and paved over. Though I still love St. Mary’s County with
all my heart and am thankful for all that hasn’t changed and all that is still
rural. But I can never stop seeing ghost images of what was here or there, or the
memories of what happened in those ghost place images. Now Joni Mitchell’s
1970 Big Yellow Taxi lyrics are constantly in my head... “They paved paradise
to put up a parking lot”.
To each new day’s adventure, Shelby
Please send your comments or ideas to: shelbys.wanderings@yahoo.com
or find me on Facebook
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Commission for Women

Seeks Nominations for
Annual Awards
The St. Mary’s County Commission for We are pleased to announce that the 2024
Pet
of the Week

Women (CFW) is pleased to announce the Ruth Bader Ginsburg Lifetime Achievement
annual Women’s History Month Brunch & award will be presented to Mary Washington,
Awards Ceremony, which will be held on a longtime advocate for education and cur-
Saturday, March 23, 2024, at the University
System of Maryland at Southern Maryland,
located at 44219 Airport Road, Bldg. 3 in
rent member of the St. Mary’s County Board
of Education. Frances Cullison has been
named the 2024 Hometown Shero, in rec-

California, Maryland (doors open at 10:30 ognition and remembrance of her dedicated   
a.m.). This annual event celebrates and rec- service with Ridge Volunteer Rescue Squad,   
ognizes the accomplishments of women and including serving as the first female EMS
girls in our county. Chief in St. Mary’s County.     
This year’s theme is “Women Who Nominations are now open for the  
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to have many women who, through their mit nominations is 5 p.m. on Friday, March ˆ  ­ƒ„„ ‰ ˆ ˆ
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help us celebrate their accomplishments! tion, please visit www.stmaryscountymd. Ž ‘ ‰
Each year four awards are presented: the gov/cwawards. For questions, please call
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and Hometown Shero awards (selected by Proceeds will support the Jane Hale-  
CFW), and the Woman of the Year and Sypher scholarship through the College of
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MARCH
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March 25, 2024 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Meet & Greet with Hayden Williams – A local high school
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 Thursday, February 29, 2024 St. Mary’s County Times COPS & COURTS 7

ST. MARY’S COUNTY

Philip H. Dorsey III
POLICE BLOTTER Attorney at Law
Automobile Accident
Turned Shooting Becomes
Homicide Investigation
On Tuesday, February 27, 2024, Malic The victim will be transported to the
Quinn Freeland, 23, was pronounced Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in
deceased at the shock trauma center, where Baltimore for an autopsy. -Serious Personal Injury Cases-
he had been undergoing treatment following Detectives from the Criminal
an incident. Investigations Division of the St. Mary’s
LEONARDTOWN: 301-475-5000
Mr. Freeland was the operator of the County Sheriff’s Office are now investigat-
vehicle involved in an accident on Monday, ing this incident as a homicide.
February 26, 2024. Upon initial investiga- Anyone with information about this inci- TOLL FREE: 1-800-660-3493
tion, it was found that the car accident was dent is asked to contact Detective First Class
caused by the victim having sustained a gun- Benjamin Raley at 301-475-4200, ext. 8076,
shot wound. or Benjamin.Raley@stmaryscountymd.gov.
EMAIL: phild@dorseylaw.net

Sheriff’s Office Investigating

Attempted Murder
On Saturday, February 24, 2024, Deputies Detectives from the Criminal Investiga-
from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office tions Division and Crime Lab Technicians
responded to the report of a disturbance responded to the scene to continue the
in the 21000 block of Morris Drive in
Lexington Park, MD. Upon arrival, a vic-
investigation.
Anyone with information about this inci-
www.dorseylaw.net
tim was found with a significant laceration dent is asked to contact Detective Corporal
to the throat. The victim was flown to a local Tyler Payne at 301-475- 4200, ext. 8010, or
shock trauma center for treatment. Tyler.Payne@stmaryscountymd.gov.

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 6 LOCAL NEWS St. Mary’s County Times Thursday, February 29, 2024

School Board Hollywood Resident

Candidate Wants End Running for District 4
To School Violence School Board
By Guy Leonard By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer Staff Writer

Angela Wathen, a former substitute teacher David Drys, a 45-year-old Department of

who said she had various jobs in the county Defense employee with two children who
school system during a 20-year period, have graduated from the St. Mary’s County
wants to take the at-large seat of the St. school system wants to be the next repre-
Mary’s County Board of Education. sentative on the school board for District 4.
Wathen, who has stakes in a marine con- Both of his children are now in college,
struction company and an event venue, is Drys told The County Times, and they both
disturbed by the violence that continues in learned much and had great experiences.
certain schools between students as well “I want to ensure future generations have
as what she believes the oversexualization the same opportunities as my kids did,”
of education. Drys said.
“It’s just all sex,” Wathen said. “I think it He has several ideas about how he
should all be taken out of schools. might accomplish that, he said, includ-
“And violence, there should be zero Angela Wathen ing digging deep into the school budget David Drys
tolerance.” to ensure resources are being allocated as
The school system has policies against In her last two years with the school efficiently as possible and finding way to ble in their education.
violence but Wathen questioned their system, Wathen said she was the Artist in leverage special parts of the school system “He gained a lot from it,” Drys said of
adherence to enforcing them. Residence at Chesapeake Charter School — such as the Dr. James A. Forrest Career his son. “And he did it rather than sit for a
“Are they handling it?” she asked. helping middle school students build high and Technology Center — to provide more lot of AP (Advanced Placement) courses.”
Wathen, who has no children, though she school portfolios. opportunities for students. Drys said he has a strong background in
is married, wants to ensure more transpar- Wathen also said any salary she would Drys said his son had been a STEM program management and budgeting and
ency and accountability in the school sys- normally draw from her position on the (Science, Technology, Engineering and managing large teams, which he said would
tem, she said. school board she would put back into the Math) student since his primary school serve him well as a school board member.
“It needs to be held across the board,” school system “in someway.” days but has he got older he decided to take “I want to ensure that we get a good
said Wathen. “Not just for the students but part in a program at the technology center. return on investment,” Drys said.
for the teachers and the administrators. guyleonard@countytimes.net It was important, Drys said, to allow stu-
“There need to be boundaries.” dents have as many opportunities as possi- guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Report Calls for More Paid Paramedics, EMTs,

County Owned EMS Apparatus
By Guy Leonard the hands of volunteer groups — and doing
Staff Writer it soon to meet possible demands.
“If you ordered a new ambulance today
The county needs a significant expansion you might get it in 2026,” Harrison warned.
of the Department of Emergency Service’s The physical plant has also not expanded
(DES) capacity to provide emergency med- at the emergency services department,
ical services (EMS), a new report from a though the services dimension has; the
consultant hired by the Commissioners of report said the county should provide
St. Mary’s County shows, as volunteer res- upgraded facilities to allow for garaging of
cue squads continue to struggle to replenish emergency vehicles and secure storage for
their ranks after the COVID-19 pandemic. medications and even authorized narcotics.
Rick Harrison, of Mission Critical Emergency vehicles parked at the current
Partners consulting group, told the com- DES building, adjacent to the commissioner
missioners the county needed 65 emergency building in Leonardtown, have not shelter.
medical technicians (EMTs) and 18 para- This expansion of services and first line
medics to ensure that emergency medical personnel would also necessitate more man-
needs were met; these would all be paid agement and administrative support, said
EMS personnel. Harrison as well as opportunities for career
DES currently employs 38 full-time advancement.
basic life support EMTs and six full-time “A career ladder is needed in DES,” he
advanced life support (ALS) EMS provid- in general meant that it would be difficult available to transport patients, the county said. “And there needs to be a pay grade
ers, the report showed. to bring rescue squads back to their original is well supplied with 26 such vehicles, but system for EMS.”
DES currently has 14 part-time EMT’s strength. the personnel problem remains. The consultant report also suggested a
on the rolls and 12 part-time paramedics. “I’m concerned about some of these num- “There are certainly enough units,” sign on bonus for EMS workers to promote
Currently the county’s Department of bers getting lower,” Harrison said. “When Harrison said. “The problem is, are there recruitment and retention, and resist the pull
Emergency Services provides career EMS I was interviewing these folks [at the res- enough people to put in those units to of other counties.
personnel to support volunteers by provid- cue squads] they weren’t 18-year-olds, they respond to calls? “You’re going to get pressure from the
ing much needed daytime personnel to fulfill were older people like me.” “No, you’re not going to get 26 units on outside,” Harrison said.
medical calls. Deputy County Administrator David the streets in St. Mary’s County.”
“The county is covered really well,” Yingling said it was not the county’s intent The county should also consider purchas- guyleonard@countytimes.net
Harrison told commissioners, noting how- to take over rescue squads. ing ambulances it owns — virtually all are in

Auction
ever that volunteer companies are continu- “That’s our roll, to supplement them as
ing to feel the strain of many calls and few much as possible,” Yingling said.
active volunteers.
“Some of the agencies are getting to be
But Harrison said the county should work
with rescue squads and encourage them to
Sell it - Buy it
what I call at-risk,” Harrison said. “When
you only have 20 active members in any
change their charters to allow the county to
receive their facilities and apparatus should
at
agency… they’re at risk of burnout.” they ever dissolve their memberships. Tri County Livestock Auction
The differences between the names on Currently, none of the rescue squads have 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the Month – Auction begins at 4 PM
membership rolls versus those who actu- it in their charters to allow such a takeover Located Off MD Rt. 6 West – Charlotte Hall, MD
ally run emergency calls are stark across of assets, Harrison said, instead they were “Millwood” Public Consignment Auction
almost all volunteer rescue squads but not to be given to other companies or their other Friday, March 15, 2024 starting at 2 pm
as much for the volunteer advanced life sup- financial assets given to charities.
Flowers/Plants – Groceries – Cheese – Meats – Misc. Items/Box Lots
port (ALS) unit, the report showed. Commissioner Eric Colvin said he had
For the Lexington Park company, the bus- noticed a increase, if only a small one, in Saturday, March 16, 2024 – 8:30 am
iest of all with upwards of 5,000 calls per the number of younger people joining rescue Tri County Livestock Auction Facility
year, has 300 members but only 45 active squads after having seen them at installation 14387 Charles Street, Charlotte Hall, MD
ones; at the Second District station in Valley of officer events recently.
Tractors – Farm Equipment & Machinery – Shop Equipment – Building
just 18 out of 100 listed members are per- “You want to hang on to the volunteer
forming calls for service. agencies forever if you can,” Harrison said. Materials – Antiques/Collectibles – Tools – Lawn/Garden Items –
The great object, Harrison said, was to St. Mary’s should ensure it becomes Furniture & Crafts – Buggies – Hunting & Sporting Items – New/Used
ensure that emergency response took no competitive with other jurisdictions when Construction, Shop, Home & Garden Items – Books – Toys – Quilts
more than 10 minutes, which for St. Mary’s it comes to career EMS salaries, or else the New This Year: Load of New Rustic Furniture
broke down into approximately six miles county would fall into an all too familiar Consignments Accepted: WED, March 13th – FRI, March 15th
from a station to the call. pattern of trained personnel leaving for more TERMS: Cash, Checks Accepted. No Credit Cards. No Buyer’s Premium
But the county has difficult-to-reach lucrative opportunities. Anne Arundel Co. Young Farmers Public Auction
areas, such as its northwest segment and “They get their sea legs here and decide
places like Budd’s Creek, Harrison said, they want to go make some money,” March 23, 2024 – 8 am
that make it “tough to cover for anybody in Harrison said. “They leave and go some- Farm Tractors – Equipment – Tools – Garage, Shop, Lawn/Garden Items –
that time frame.” place else.” 241 Farmhouse Lane, Lothian, MD (Rt. 408 & Farmhouse Lane)
The strain on volunteers and volunteerism When it comes to apparatus, or units, To consign items or for more information call: 240486-6592
Grocery Auction Hughesville VFD – March 23, 2024, 5 pm
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 4 LOCAL NEWS St. Mary’s County Times Thursday, February 29, 2024

Commissioners Hear BOE Budget Request

By Guy Leonard get work session with the Commissioners money would just come down from the state
Staff Writer of St. Mary’s County, which left just $6.9 and everything would work out.”
million for commissioners to allocate The claims didn’t make sense, Smith said,
The state says that, according to its new across all budget requests from depart- made all the more obvious by the mandate
Blueprint for Education plan, that St. Mary’s ments in county government. to raise starting teacher salaries to $60,000
County is doing well regarding fully funding The school system argues that they face from just over $47,000.
the county’s public school system. declining state funding under the Blue Print Smith even admitted that, due to lower
But school system leaders here say they plan because of the county’s wealth and enrollment, the commissioners could actu-
still need more money to fulfill education because of lower enrollments. ally lower funding legally by approximately
needs to the tune of an additional $9.5 mil- Superintendent Dr. J. Scott Smith said the $1 million.
lion to pay for teacher and administrator local schools would only receive an addi- “You could say: ‘School system you’re
compensation, benefits and transportation. tional $100,000 in fiscal 2025 from the state. on your own; go figure it out, make some
The school system is asking for $127.3 “With that money we’re supposed to offer tough decisions.
million total in local contributions, which college tuition to anyone who is college and “You have never done that.”
exceeds their current maintenance of effort career ready, we’re supposed to offer all-day Smith noted the commissioners have
levels required by law as well as what the pre-K for anyone who is income eligible, we always funded above maintenance of effort
Blueprint for fiscal 2025 recommends, are to provide any teacher who is nation- and that latest amount for which he was ask-
according to county budget documents. ally board-certified $10,000…,” Smith ing was a lot but it was needful.
The total available operating budget rev- said, extending his continued criticism of “It sets your school system up for suc- Superintendent Dr. J. Scott Smith
enues as of this week, according to county the expectations of the Blueprint’s plans. cess,” Smith said. “It will be one of the sin-
budget reports, is $318.3 million, or about “That doesn’t work and is patently unfair to gle greatest recruitment tools… that public “If we can put this together and find a
$14.1 million more than current fiscal 2024 you five gentlemen… because you were told education has seen in the history of our way to fund it people will look to us as the
budget allowances. from the beginning of the Blueprint: ‘You county.” example,” Smith said.
But the operating budget is holding at don’t have to spend more money.” Other jurisdictions are still grappling with
$311 million, said county Chief Financial “That you could flat fund the system in how to fund the local Blueprint plans, Smith guyleonard@countytimes.net
Officer Jeanett Cudmore at a Feb. 27 bud- perpetuity until the end of the Blueprint and said, making them “convulse.”

Jamari’s Law Passess Apartment Complex

Senate, Advances in Hearing Continued to
House Next Month
By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer

A bill in the Maryland General Assembly

that doubles the penalty for vehicular homi-
cide inspired by the death of an 18-year-
old St. Mary’s County man two years ago
passed the senate and its companion bill in
the house is moving forward.
Jamari Duckett was killed by a drunk
driver at approximately 3a.m. July 9, 2022
when his 2015 Ford Focus was rear ended
by 27-year-old Mark Mazza on Willows
Road at Abberly Crest Lane. Artists rendering of Park Place Apartments
Duckett was rushed to MedStar St.
Mary’s Hospital where he died the next day. By Guy Leonard average of 1,035 daily traffic trips
Mazza was sentenced to the maximum Staff Writer The report claims that nearby key inter-
penalty allowable at that time for vehicu- sections will operate at “acceptable levels
lar homicide — 10 years — but Sen. Jack The hearing for a concept site plan for a of service under future traffic conditions”
Bailey (R-Dist.29), Del. Brian Crosby major apartment complex in California has but one.
(D-Dist. 29B) and State’s Attorney Jaymi been postponed to March 18 by the coun- The intersection of Route 235 and Shady
Sterling set about pressing for stiffer pen- ty’s planning commission. Mile Drive/Old Rolling Road will operate
alties for the crime. The project, known as Park Place at level of service “F” during evening peak
Last week, SB 26, known as Jamari’s Jamari Duckett Apartments, would place 160 new apart- levels of traffic; the other intersections are
Law, passed the senate unanimously and it ments in the heart of the Lexington Park projected to operate at level of service “D”
has had its first hearing in the house. limit of .08 Development District. or better.
The law increases the maximum period “As this is considered a non-violent Christopher Longmore, attorney for the The developer proposes improvements
of imprisonment for a first conviction for offense it is possible for the individual to developers of the project, CMI General to the intersection, the report states, to bring
manslaughter by vehicle or vessel from 10 serve a quarter of their sentence,” Bailey Contractors, Inc., requested a continuance it to an acceptable level of service.
years to 20 years and for a second or subse- testified, noting that credits for good from the planning commission to give more “The proposed improvements include
quent conviction, or having been previously behavior while incarcerated could further time to address comments and questions remarking the existing right turn only lane
convicted for certain other crimes, from 15 decrease the sentence. from the State Highway Administration along wesboudn [Route] 235 to an auxil-
years to 30 years. “The defendant could be released in two- about the scope of their project. iary right turn lane,” the traffic study states.
Bailey testified in January before the sen- and-a-half years,” said Bailey. The project would be constructed on “This will allow the lane to be utilized not
ate’s Judicial Proceedings Committee that The bill did not require a minimum sen- roughly six acres at two separate sites on only by right turns onto Shady Mile Drive,
when Mazza struck Duckett’s car Mazza tence, Bailey said, but only gave judges Park Place Way with access to Abell House but also through movements that may wish
was driving at speeds between 76 and 91 the ability to dole out stronger penalties Lane, according to the traffic study pro- to make a right turn further west of Shady
miles per hour. in such cases. vided in county planning documents. Mile Drive.”
Tests also showed that Mazza’s blood The traffic study estimates that the 160
alcohol content was well above the legal guyleonard@countytimes.net additional dwelling units will generate an guyleonard@countytimes.net
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