Government

Downtown Hotel at Carroll Creek Moves Forward

Downtown Hotel at Carroll Creek Moves Forward

Recently the Mayor and Board of Aldermen unanimously approved $5.0 million in capital grants from the State of Maryland for the construction of public infrastructure to support the development of a full-service, 183-room hotel with meeting space and public parking in Downtown Frederick along Carroll Creek Park.

Flying Dog Brewery finalizes purchase of city-owned land for brewery expansion

On Dec. 29, 2016, Flying Dog Brewery recorded the deed on the $2.55-million site it purchased from The City of Frederick in order to expand its brewery operation. The agreement on the sale of Bowman Farm Lot 15 was approved by Frederick Mayor and Board of Aldermen at a public meeting on Sept. 17, 2015.

Brewing Up Business: Frederick Changes Code to Allow Breweries to Host Food Trucks, Vendors, and Events

The craft brewing industry contributes $55.7 billion to the U.S. economy and Frederick is well-positioned to attract and support this rapidly expanding industry. On August 4, 2016, The City of Frederick amended City code to allow breweries, farm breweries, and wineries to hold special events, including the ability to host events with food trucks and vendors.