Official account of the Frederick County (MD) Executive Jessica Fitzwater

12 E. Church St. Frederick, MD
Joined April 2025
Happy 130th anniversary to Mt. Zion AME Church! Honored to celebrate 130 years of faith, service, and community with familiar faces & amazing music. Founded in 1895, Mt. Zion has been a cornerstone of Frederick County’s Black history. May the next chapter bring more blessings!
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Yesterday, I delivered the 2026 State of the County Address, reflecting on four years of progress and the opportunities ahead for Frederick County. Listen or watch: youtu.be/VhoyUweuv2A?si=wFGE…
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Loved seeing hundreds of students get hands-on experience at Frederick County’s Construction Career Day! From pipe repair to connecting with industry pros, students explored careers in the skilled trades. Proud to help build awareness for the next generation of our workforce!
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Congratulations to Urbana Middle on being the 18th @FCPSMaryland school to earn Maryland or National Blue Ribbon status! @MdPublicSchools
Urbana Middle is the latest FCPS school to earn Maryland Blue Ribbon Schools status! One of 12 Maryland public schools recognized for the 2026–27 school year, Urbana Middle is also one of just two public middle schools statewide to receive the honor! The recognition celebrates student achievement and schools’ efforts to close performance gaps. Urbana Middle is the 18th FCPS school to earn Maryland or National Blue Ribbon status. Congratulations to the students, staff, and families whose hard work made this achievement possible! 👏👏👏
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🏏 Cricket is coming to Frederick County! We’re proud to welcome @WSHFreedom and a premier cricket facility to our community, creating local opportunities, boosting tourism, supporting businesses, and connecting Frederick to a global audience. Congratulations!
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History was made & a new legacy begins with AARCH Society! Honored to celebrate the opening of its new home in Downtown Frederick. AARCH will preserve our Black community’s history, honor its contributions, and inspire generations to come. Grateful to all who made this possible!
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Many thanks to the Frederick County Sustainability Commission and Division of Energy and Environment for hosting last night’s Sustainability Awards. Congratulations to all the honorees who demonstrate how local efforts can protect our environment and build a healthier community.
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Yesterday, I visited Moon Valley Farm as part of Mobilize Frederick’s Beyond Sustainable Regenerative Farm Tour. It’s been awesome to watch owner Emma grow the farm and thank you to Production Manager Jared for sharing his insights on soil health and sustainable practices.
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Good news Frederick County! After years of advocacy, US 15 expansion in Frederick is moving forward, having been fully funded, with construction expected to begin in late 2027! @MDSHA and @MarylandDOT shared these project updates at last night’s open house.
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Congrats to @tourfrederickmd on 50 years of serving Frederick County! Your work plays a big role in strengthening our local economy, supporting local businesses and attractions, and driving record-breaking visitor spending. Here’s to celebrating 50 years of impact and many more!
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I stopped by the NACo High Performance Leadership Academy FCG Cohort’s post-academy session to hear how employees will apply their leadership skills in their departments. Congrats to our grads on completing the program and putting their skills into action.
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With @LtGovMiller at the grand reopening of @msdorioles renovated Veditz Building in Frederick! This state-of-the-art center expands hands-on learning and career opportunities. Congratulations to the students, and thank you to everyone who made this investment possible!
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What a joyful Bathukamma celebration filled with dancing and fun! Thank you to Frederick’s Telangana community, the World Hindu Organization, and all the sponsors for sharing this beautiful Indian festival and its traditions with Frederick County.
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Congratulations to Ron Young on his statue! His vision and determination helped transform Frederick from the devastation of the 1976 flood into the thriving, nationally recognized city we know today. Carroll Creek Linear Park stands as a lasting testament to his legacy.
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Happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Today, we honor Indigenous peoples, their rich cultures, traditions, and contributions that continue to shape our past, present, and future. We also recognize their strength, resilience, and the injustices they have endured.
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I’m proud to proclaim October 2026 as Hindu Heritage Month in Frederick County. Hindu Americans enrich our community in countless ways. This month, we celebrate Hindu heritage, its rich history, diverse traditions, and the diversity that makes Frederick County welcoming to all.
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Today's Elder Services Provider Council Elder Expo connected older adults and caregivers with resources for home care, hospice, housing, Medicare, and more. I’m proud of the County’s continued investment in older adults, including plans for a new Brunswick 50+ Community Center.
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We are developing the Division of Aging and Independence’s 10-year strategic plan: FrederickCountyMD.gov/DAICom….
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Thank you to everyone who joined my Legislative Town Hall last night. Your input is essential as we advocate for Frederick County’s needs and will help strengthen our recommendations before I present the final package to the County Council. Full video: frederick.granicus.com/Media…
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I proclaimed October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month to stand with survivors and recognize Frederick County partners like Heartly House, the Child Advocacy Center, law enforcement, and others working together to help. If you or someone you know needs help, call 211.
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