🏛️ ICYMI: Frederick County Council President Brad Young Joins Mid-Maryland Live

Tim May and Frank Mitchell welcomed Frederick County Council President Brad Young to Mid-Maryland Live for a wide-ranging conversation about his time in county government and some of the biggest issues facing Frederick County.

With Young preparing to leave the County Council in November, he reflected on his career in office, the decisions that have shaped the county, and what he's learned along the way.

The conversation also tackled housing affordability and what can realistically be done to bring costs down for Frederick County families. Young also addressed the ongoing data center debate, saying there is a significant amount of misinformation surrounding the issue and emphasizing the need to make sure residents have accurate information about what's actually being proposed.

Young also offered his perspective on one of the biggest questions surrounding data centers: Will the additional revenue lead to lower property taxes? He told Tim and Frank he does not believe that revenue will ultimately be used to reduce property taxes in Frederick County.

🎧 Missed the conversation? Listen to the full interview anytime on the Mid-Maryland Live podcast feed.

🏛️ ICYMI: Frederick County Council President Brad Young Joins Mid-Maryland Live
Tim May and Frank Mitchell welcomed Frederick County Council President Brad Young to Mid-Maryland Live for a wide-ranging conversation about his time in county government and some of the biggest issues facing Frederick County.
With Young preparing to leave the County Council in November, he reflected on his career in office, the decisions that have shaped the county, and what he's learned along the way.
The conversation also tackled housing affordability and what can realistically be done to bring costs down for Frederick County families. Young also addressed the ongoing data center debate, saying there is a significant amount of misinformation surrounding the issue and emphasizing the need to make sure residents have accurate information about what's actually being proposed.
Young also offered his perspective on one of the biggest questions surrounding data centers: Will the additional revenue lead to lower property taxes? He told Tim and Frank he does not believe that revenue will ultimately be used to reduce property taxes in Frederick County.
🎧 Missed the conversation? Listen to the full interview anytime on the Mid-Maryland Live podcast feed.

Local News & Conversation for Mid Maryland on 930 WFMD. Featuring Tim May, Frank Mitchell & Guest.

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Brad Young, Frederick County Council President

Are automated license plate readers a useful public safety tool — or a step too far?

On this edition of Mid-Maryland Live on 930 WFMD, Tim May and Frank May open the phone lines to local callers for a spirited conversation about the growing use of Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs) and the concerns surrounding privacy, surveillance and government overreach.

In the middle of the discussion, Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins calls into the show to make his position clear: he's completely against the technology, describing it as an overreach.

Hear what Sheriff Jenkins has to say, how local callers feel about license plate readers, and the debate over where to draw the line between public safety and personal privacy.

🎙️ Listen to the full conversation from Mid-Maryland Live on 930 WFMD Free Talk.

Are automated license plate readers a useful public safety tool &mdash; or a step too far?
On this edition of Mid-Maryland Live on 930 WFMD, Tim May and Frank May open the phone lines to local callers for a spirited conversation about the growing use of Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs) and the concerns surrounding privacy, surveillance and government overreach.
In the middle of the discussion, Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins calls into the show to make his position clear: he's completely against the technology, describing it as an overreach.
Hear what Sheriff Jenkins has to say, how local callers feel about license plate readers, and the debate over where to draw the line between public safety and personal privacy.
🎙️ Listen to the full conversation from Mid-Maryland Live on 930 WFMD Free Talk.

Automated License Plate Readers Spark Debate

On Mid-Maryland Live, Tim May and Frank Mitchell continue their open invitation to candidates from any party to come on the show and talk about their races and the policies they’re running on. This time, they welcomed Christian Benford, Democratic candidate for Frederick County Council District 3.

Benford discussed his belief that working people in Frederick County need a stronger voice on the County Council. He talked about how the county has successfully attracted businesses and economic development, but argued that many residents are still struggling with rising costs and affordability challenges. His campaign is focused on helping working families, keeping Frederick County affordable, and ensuring that economic growth benefits the people who live and work here every day.

🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on Mid-Maryland Live.

On Mid-Maryland Live, Tim May and Frank Mitchell continue their open invitation to candidates from any party to come on the show and talk about their races and the policies they&rsquo;re running on. This time, they welcomed Christian Benford, Democratic candidate for Frederick County Council District 3.
Benford discussed his belief that working people in Frederick County need a stronger voice on the County Council. He talked about how the county has successfully attracted businesses and economic development, but argued that many residents are still struggling with rising costs and affordability challenges. His campaign is focused on helping working families, keeping Frederick County affordable, and ensuring that economic growth benefits the people who live and work here every day.
🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on Mid-Maryland Live.

Christian Benford, Candidate for County Council District 3

On Mid-Maryland Live, Tim May and Frank Mitchell continue their open invitation to candidates from any party to come on the show and talk about their races and the policies they’re running on. This time, they welcomed Tammie Baugher, Republican candidate for Frederick County Council District 3.

Baugher discussed her vision for Frederick County and the priorities driving her campaign. Among her top goals are capping property taxes to help homeowners manage rising costs and maximizing funding for local schools to ensure students and educators have the resources they need to succeed. It was a thoughtful conversation about balancing fiscal responsibility with investing in the county’s future.

🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on Mid-Maryland Live.

On Mid-Maryland Live, Tim May and Frank Mitchell continue their open invitation to candidates from any party to come on the show and talk about their races and the policies they&rsquo;re running on. This time, they welcomed Tammie Baugher, Republican candidate for Frederick County Council District 3.
Baugher discussed her vision for Frederick County and the priorities driving her campaign. Among her top goals are capping property taxes to help homeowners manage rising costs and maximizing funding for local schools to ensure students and educators have the resources they need to succeed. It was a thoughtful conversation about balancing fiscal responsibility with investing in the county&rsquo;s future.
🎧 Missed the interview? Catch the full conversation anytime on Mid-Maryland Live.

Brad Young, Frederick County Council President

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