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Commission celebrates Fort Meade Miners, names Vice Mayor Berrien parade Grand Marshal and plans 175th birthday events
Summary
Officials announced Vice Mayor Samuel Berrien as Grand Marshal for the Christmas Parade, congratulated the Fort Meade Miners on their state championship and noted city 175th birthday celebrations to follow the parade.
Assistant City Manager Amy Wheeler told commissioners that Vice Mayor Samuel Berrien would serve as Grand Marshal and invited staff and commissioners to ride the trolley in the Christmas Parade. Wheeler also noted the Fort Meade Miners would participate and congratulated them on becoming state champions.
CRA Manager Lekia Johnson described planned activities following the parade in coordination with Main Street, including family entertainment (the "Dinosaur Man" show at the Boys and Girls Club) and a Santa appearance to bless children later in the week. Commissioner James Possum Schaill requested a proclamation recognizing the Miners' state championship, and Mayor Petrina McCutchen offered congratulations to Coach Russell and the team.
Vice Mayor Berrien additionally noted Dec. 13 as the city's 175th birthday and said celebration would begin after the parade at the Museum.
