City of Cumberland, Local Government

An annual event, America's 9/11 Foundation Motorcycle Riders' took to the road to honor those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. The ride begins in Shanksville, PA -- passing through Cumberland -- to the Pentagon, and then to Ground Zero.

The City of Cumberland MD Fire Department and Cumberland Police Department were both present today as these riders came through the City with police escorts as well as having the firemen on duty stand with the truck to see them through.

Never forget!

Public Notice
The Mayor and City Council of Cumberland will meet in public session beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers on Tuesday, August 20, 2024.

The Mayor and City Council's regularly scheduled Public Meeting will be held at 6:15 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers.

Meeting agendas are attached and may be further referenced through the City's website at http://www.cumberlandmd.gov/129/Agendas-Minutes

Questions regarding this matter may be directed to the City Clerk's office.

https://www.ci.cumberland.md.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1242

Cumberland City Council to meet on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 The Mayor and City Council of Cumberland will meet in public session at 5:30 in City Hall Council Chambers, on August 20, with the regular meeting beginning at 6:15.

While things are moving along on Arch Street, TeaBow Residential has started work on the Pennsylvania Avenue condominium site! This will be a nine-unit condo building on the corner of Pennsylvania Avenue and Fourth Street. The excavation work of the basement has begun to be able to start on the foundation of the project.

Stay up to date on all the projects with Teabow Residential in the City of Cumberland at https://www.ci.cumberland.md.us/773/Infill-Development

Last chance to register! Today, August 16th, is the last day to register for the first annual Citizens Local Government Academy. No applications will be received after at 4:00 PM.

The Citizens Local Government Academy includes a 7-week class schedules, one class per week, and each class expecting to run for two hours. The program seeks to provide residents an overview of the departmental operation, benefits to the residents, and a facility tour.

Starting September 19, 2024, join us every Thursday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at various city facilities. The sessions will run for seven weeks, leading up to the final session and graduation from the program on October 31, 2024.

Applications are available for the Citizen’s Academy at: https://www.ci.cumberland.md.us/1786/City-of-Cumberland-Citizens-Academy.

City of Cumberland Citizen's Academy | Cumberland, MD The City of Cumberland invites you to participate in the first annual Citizens Local Government Academy. This program will provide opportunities to local residents to learn more about the town government and how it operates by attending a variety of sessions and other activities. 

Today, August 16th, is the last day to register for the first annual Citizens Local Government Academy. No applications will be received after at 4:00 PM.

The Citizens Local Government Academy includes a 7-week class schedules, one class per week, and each class expecting to run for two hours. The program seeks to provide residents an overview of the departmental operation, benefits to the residents, and a facility tour.

Starting September 19, 2024, join us every Thursday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at various city facilities. The sessions will run for seven weeks, leading up to the final session and graduation from the program on October 31, 2024.

Applications are available for the Citizen’s Academy at: https://www.ci.cumberland.md.us/1786/City-of-Cumberland-Citizens-Academy.

City of Cumberland Citizen's Academy | Cumberland, MD The City of Cumberland invites you to participate in the first annual Citizens Local Government Academy. This program will provide opportunities to local residents to learn more about the town government and how it operates by attending a variety of sessions and other activities. 

Starting September 19, 2024, join us every Thursday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM for the first annual Citizens Local Government Academy. The sessions will run for seven weeks, leading up to the final session and graduation from the program on October 31, 2024.

Hear directly from the Elected officials, Department Heads, staff and Board & Commission leadership on their roles and responsibilities. This program provides an opportunity for residents to interact directly with the City’s leadership, gain a better understanding of the City Government and build stronger relationships with the City’s Elected officials and Community volunteers.

The initial class will be limited to twenty City residents over the age of eighteen. Applications are now available on our website at: https://www.ci.cumberland.md.us/1786/City-of-Cumberland-Citizens-Academy. The deadline for registering to participate is tomorrow, Friday, August 16th, at 4:00PM.

Read more about the Citizen’s Academy at: https://www.ci.cumberland.md.us/1786/City-of-Cumberland-Citizens-Academy.

City of Cumberland Citizen's Academy | Cumberland, MD The City of Cumberland invites you to participate in the first annual Citizens Local Government Academy. This program will provide opportunities to local residents to learn more about the town government and how it operates by attending a variety of sessions and other activities. 

Teabow Residential has been working diligently on Arch Street! Work has also started over on Pennsylvania Avenue as things are coming together on Arch. Exterior siding and roofing are wrapping up! Interior rough mechanicals have been completed and the insulation and drywall are soon to follow!

Stay up to date on all the projects with Teabow Residential in the City of Cumberland at https://www.ci.cumberland.md.us/773/Infill-Development

America’s 911 Ride
Cumberland Police Department Press Release



On Friday, August 16, 2024, between 8:30 a.m. and 9:15 a.m., America’s 911 Ride, sponsored by America’s 911 Foundation Incorporated, is anticipated to arrive in Cumberland. The America’s 911 Ride will enter Cumberland via the Narrows, route 36, and continue south on Mechanic Street before turning left onto Frederick Street. The riders will travel Frederick Street until reaching the Naves Crossroads intersection. Once riders reach this intersection, they will turn right onto Naves Crossroads, turn right onto Christie Road, turn left onto Ali Ghan Road, and enter I-68 eastbound toward Rocky Gap State Park. The ride will stop in the parking lot at Rocky Gap State Park for a brief resting period.



Traffic will be stopped temporarily on the main route and all intersecting routes to prevent other traffic from impeding the riders. These stoppages will occur between 8:00 and 9:30 a.m. in preparation for the riders’ arrival in Allegany County and Cumberland. Citizens who live and work in Cumberland should expect delays in traveling throughout parts of the city during the event.

Tomorrow is the last day to register for the first annual Citizens Local Government Academy. No applications will be received after tomorrow, August 16th, at 4:00 PM.

The Citizens Local Government Academy includes a 7-week class schedules, one class per week, and each class expecting to run for two hours. The program seeks to provide residents an overview of the departmental operation, benefits to the residents, and a facility tour.

The sessions are scheduled as follows:
8. 09/19/24 - Mayor/City Council, City Administrator and Administrative Services
9. 09/26/24 - Public Works and Utilities
10. 10/03/24 - Community Development and Planning and Zoning
11. 10/10/24 - Historic Preservation, Downtown Development Commission, and Economic Development (CEDC)
12. 10/17/24 - Public Safety
13. 10/24/24 - Engineering/Plants and Recreation
14. 10/31/24 - Boards and Commissions and Graduation

Applications are available for the Citizen’s Academy at: https://www.ci.cumberland.md.us/1786/City-of-Cumberland-Citizens-Academy.

City of Cumberland Citizen's Academy | Cumberland, MD The City of Cumberland invites you to participate in the first annual Citizens Local Government Academy. This program will provide opportunities to local residents to learn more about the town government and how it operates by attending a variety of sessions and other activities. 

The City of Cumberland invites you to participate in the first annual Citizens Local Government Academy. The Citizens Local Government Academy includes a 7-week class schedules, one class per week, and each class expecting to run for two hours. The program seeks to provide residents an overview of the departmental operation, benefits to the residents, and a facility tour.

Starting September 19, 2024, join us every Thursday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at various city facilities. The sessions will run for seven weeks, leading up to the final session and graduation from the program on October 31, 2024.

The initial class will be limited to twenty City residents over the age of eighteen. Applications are available on the City’s website at: https://www.ci.cumberland.md.us/1786/City-of-Cumberland-Citizens-Academy. The deadline for registering to participate is this Friday, August 16th at 4:00PM.

Read more about the Citizen’s Academy at: https://www.ci.cumberland.md.us/1786/City-of-Cumberland-Citizens-Academy.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to register for the first annual Citizens Local Government Academy. No applications will be received after tomorrow, August 16th, at 4:00 PM.

The Citizens Local Government Academy includes a 7-week class schedules, one class per week, and each class expecting to run for two hours. The program seeks to provide residents an overview of the departmental operation, benefits to the residents, and a facility tour.

The sessions are scheduled as follows:
8. 09/19/24 - Mayor/City Council, City Administrator and Administrative Services
9. 09/26/24 - Public Works and Utilities
10. 10/03/24 - Community Development and Planning and Zoning
11. 10/10/24 - Historic Preservation, Downtown Development Commission, and Economic Development (CEDC)
12. 10/17/24 - Public Safety
13. 10/24/24 - Engineering/Plants and Recreation
14. 10/31/24 - Boards and Commissions and Graduation

Applications are available for the Citizen’s Academy at: https://www.ci.cumberland.md.us/1786/City-of-Cumberland-Citizens-Academy.

City of Cumberland Citizen's Academy | Cumberland, MD The City of Cumberland invites you to participate in the first annual Citizens Local Government Academy. This program will provide opportunities to local residents to learn more about the town government and how it operates by attending a variety of sessions and other activities. 

**Cumberland Police Department Hiring Announcement**

The written test will be conducted September 3rd,2024 at 4:30pm. The location of the testing will be at the Cumberland Police Department, 20 Bedford Street Cumberland, MD.

To obtain an application they may be picked up at city hall, the police department, via email, or by following this link: https://www.cumberlandmd.gov/DocumentCenter/View/399/Job-Application-PDF?bidId=

Applications may also be completed electronically, by following this link:
https://www.cumberlandmd.gov/Jobs.aspx

Applications MUST be received by Cumberland City Hall, Human Resources Department, by August 30th, 2024 at close of business.

Message us, or email [email protected] for more information.

Come join the team!

Press Release - Greene Street Paving
The City of Cumberland Engineering Department, on behalf of Belt Paving, would like to notify the public that Greene Street between Smallwood Street and Baltimore Street will be reduced to one lane with flagging operations on Wednesday, 8/14 to Thursday, 8/22. Paving operations will occur between 7:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

Read more at:

Press Release - Greene Street Paving The City of Cumberland Engineering Department, on behalf of Belt Paving, would like to notify the public that Greene Street between Smallwood Street and Baltimore Street will be reduced to one lane with flagging operations on 8/14 thru 8/22.

The City of Cumberland is making City-owned vehicles and equipment available for purchase through an auction on GovDeals. The auction is currently live and will end on August 20, 2024 in the evening.

All the current vehicle and equipment listings are available on https://www.govdeals.com/CumberlandMD

For more information, check the listings for specific details or contact Brian Broadwater at 301-759-6627.

Advanced Search GovDeals' online marketplace provides services to government, educational, and related entities for the sale of surplus assets to the public. Auction rules may vary across sellers.

Press Release - N Centre Street Overnight Milling and Paving

The City of Cumberland Engineering Department, on behalf of Belt Paving, would like to notify the public that N Centre Street between Hanover Street and Market Street will be closed for overnight milling and paving to fix the damage caused by the waterline break will be occurring on Wednesday, 8/14. Paving operations will occur between 7:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

Read more at:

Press Release - N Centre Street Overnight Milling and Paving The City of Cumberland Engineering Department, on behalf of Belt Paving, would like to notify the public that N Centre Street between Hanover Street and Market Street will be closed for overnight milling and paving

The Cumberland Historic Preservation Commission Meeting for the month of August has been rescheduled and will be held on August 28th, at 4pm in the City Hall Council Chambers.

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Historic Preservation Commission Meeting for August The Cumberland Historic Preservation Commission Meeting for the month of August has been rescheduled and will be held on August 28th, at 4pm in the City Hall Council Chambers.

How exciting! 🍁🍂

Allegany County has been nominated by USA Today as ‘Best Place to Visit for Fall.’ This is the second year in a row that the county is among a list of destinations recognized by USA TODAY 10Best travel editors!

With so much to do in Cumberland and the rest of the county in the fall, we agree that it is one of the best places to be in when the leaves change!
Please VOTE daily: https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/travel/best-place-to-visit-for-fall-2024/leaderboard/?fbclid=IwY2xjawEoTVVleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHe7GN-Y0uv3G8L6KLqVDsTx4YXDFqcABGT5t4jyKMPQyWqdhEUHo8ievsg_aem_sm5XLvMJScpnnB-a9bfN0A

📸: Ryan Brenneman

We are so honored. 🍁🍂

Allegany County, the Mountain Side of Maryland, Nominated by USA Today as ‘Best Place to Visit for Fall.’ This is the second year in a row that the county is among a list of destinations recognized by USA TODAY 10Best travel editors!

Please VOTE daily: https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/travel/best-place-to-visit-for-fall-2024/leaderboard/

📸: Ryan Brenneman

One week left to register for the first annual Citizens Local Government Academy. The deadline for registering to participate is next Friday, August 16th. No applications will be received after this date at 4:00 PM.

Join us starting September 19, 2024, join us every Thursday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at various city facilities. The sessions will run for seven weeks, leading up to the final session and graduation from the program on October 31, 2024.

Applications are now available on the City’s website at: https://www.ci.cumberland.md.us/1786/City-of-Cumberland-Citizens-Academy.

Read more about the Citizen’s Academy at: https://www.ci.cumberland.md.us/1786/City-of-Cumberland-Citizens-Academy.

The City of Cumberland's Parks and Recreation Department proudly presents the 2024 Sunday in the Park Concert Series! Join us every Sunday at the Constitution Park Amphitheatre for a concert under the stars.

This Sunday, August 11, 2024, features Lonesome Prospectors. All concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. - they are free and open to the public!

Entire Series Lineup:
August 11, 2024: Lonesome Prospectors
August 18, 2024: The Haze
August 25, 2024: Suzy Nash
September 1, 2024: Potomac Concert Band

The Levitt AMP Cumberland Music Series is pleased to welcome New York-based band, Fantastic Cat, for the final concert of the series!

They said it couldn’t be done. Four different songwriters joining forces to form a single band? There was simply no precedent (outside of CSNY, The Beatles, The Traveling Wilburys, The Highwaymen, Monsters of Folk, etc). And yet Fantastic Cat did it anyway, defying the odds and teaming up to record their highly unanticipated debut, The Very Best Of Fantastic Cat. Captured in the wilds of the Pocono Mountains, the album gleefully careens between genres and decades, mixing electrified 60’s folk and 70’s AM radio gold as it balances careful craftsmanship and ecstatic abandon in equal measure.

Individually, each member of Fantastic Cat boasts their own impressive resume along with a litany of critical acclaim. The Guardian dubbed Don DiLego “one to watch.” NPR said Anthony D’Amato “sings and writes in the tradition of Bruce Springsteen or Josh Ritter.” Rolling Stone called Brian Dunne’s latest single a “stunner” and praised Mike Montali’s band, Hollis Brown, as “the soundtrack for a late-night drive through the American heartland.” Collectively, though, the four transcend their respective roots, emerging as an instrument-swapping, harmony-trading, tear-jerking, wise-cracking rock and roll cooperative far greater than the sum of its parts. They say some cats are born fantastic; others have fantasy thrust upon them. These guys are somewhere in the middle.

This is the final concert in the 2024 Levitt AMP Cumberland Music Series and will take place today, Thursday August 8, 2024, at 7:00PM at the Canal Place Festival Grounds.
All performances in the Levitt AMP Cumberland Music Series are family-friendly and attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, picnic blankets, food and beverages. Concerts are free to the public and all are invited to attend.

Learn more: https://www.alleganyartscouncil.org/levittampcumberland

Also at this week's Mayor and City Council meeting, we were honored to present a certificate of recognition to Brandi Gochenauer, an Allegany High School student who won her third straight state title in shot put and also finished second in the discus.

The Mayor and City Council members are pictured with Brandi, her mom and her coaches.

Congratulations, Brandi, on your incredible achievements!

At this week's Mayor and City Council Meeting, we were honored to recognize George Franklin (left) and Raymond Twyman (right) for their gold medal wins at the 2024 National Transplant Games.

Congratulations to both the competitors for their victories!

National Night Out - Cumberland, MD reminds the public of the National Porch Lights On Campaign on beginning at dusk tonight, August 6, 2024.

Neighbors throughout Cumberland & across the nation are asked to lock their doors & turn on their porch lights from dusk to dawn. A campaign that began 40 years ago, National Night Out sends a powerful message about crime awareness, safety and police-community partnerships. Let criminals know that the Cumberland residents are helping to build a safer, more caring America.

We thank everyone for coming out for the National Night Out event tonight and we hope to see the City of Cumberland bright from all the porch lights tonight!

The City of Cumberland invites you to participate in the first annual Citizens Local Government Academy. The Citizens Local Government Academy includes a 7-week class schedules, one class per week, and each class expecting to run for two hours. The program seeks to provide residents an overview of the departmental operation, benefits to the residents, and a facility tour.

Starting September 19, 2024, join us every Thursday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at various city facilities. The sessions will run for seven weeks, leading up to the final session and graduation from the program on October 31, 2024.

The initial class will be limited to twenty City residents over the age of eighteen. Applications are available on the City’s website at: https://www.ci.cumberland.md.us/1786/City-of-Cumberland-Citizens-Academy. The deadline for registering to participate is Friday, August 16th.

Read more about the Citizen’s Academy at: https://www.ci.cumberland.md.us/1786/City-of-Cumberland-Citizens-Academy.

Public Notice:
City Hall remains open to the public and all tax & utility payments will be taken at City Hall, 57 N. Liberty Street.

The Community Development Department will remain in the Willetts Building, 446 N. Mechanic Street (the corner of Valley and Mechanic) until further notice.

We apologize for any inconvenience or confusion the previous closure may have caused. If you have any questions or need more assistance, please visit our website at www.cumberlandmd.gov or call 301-722-2000.