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The Prince George’s Post A COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER FOR PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY Since 1932 Vol. 81, No. 38 September 19 — September 25, 2013 Prince George’s County, Maryland Newspaper of Record Phone: 301-627-0900 25 cents D.C. Commuter Gov. Perry Routes See Big Takes on Md. Drop in Speed in New Ad Camera Tickets Campaign By PRESS OFFICER Texas Gov. Lures AAA Businesses From WASHINGTON, D. C. September, Maryland, Takes Shot 2013) – It might sound like a “distance/ at Gov. O’Malley speed/time word problem” for fifth By LUCY WESTCOTT grade math students. A modest increase Capital News Service in the posted speed limits along major commuter routes in the District of Columbia, including sections of DC- (left to right) Lt. Governor Anthony Brown, Senate President Mike Miller, Governor Martin O’Malley and Speaker WASHINGTON - 295, Canal Road, and Benning Road, of the House of Delegates Michael Busch. Maryland is the latest target triggered a dramatic decrease in the of Texas Gov. Rick Perry in number of speed camera tickets issued Governor, General Assembly Take a Fiscally a new radio spot that criti- to motorists traveling along many of cizes his counterpart Gov. the affected arterials. The speed limit Martin O’Malley and the change also caused a concomitant Responsible Approach to Blunt Sequester Impact state’s high taxes. downward spiral in ticket revenue. PRESS OFFICER series of automatic cuts mandated by O’Malley. “We were aware that Perry criticizes A remarkable example is the prolif- Office of the Governor law that threaten job creation and Congress might make this mistake, so Maryland for high taxes on ic speed camera site in southwest reduce vital services for families and together with our partners in the businesses and families, Washington near Exit 1 on District of children in Maryland and across the General Assembly, we took emergency comparing it to his state’s Maryland Legislative Policy Columbia Route 295 southbound, a Committee approves Administration’s nation. The Maryland Legislative action and allocated $100 million in low taxes, “fair” legal sys- roadway used by 71,000 to 100,000 budget amendment to support critical Policy Committee recently approved this year's budget to protect tem and limited govern- vehicles daily. Speed: The photo- programs and services in Maryland the O’Malley-Brown Administration’s Marylanders against the harm that ment, in a commercial from enforced speed ticket count plummeted Governor and General Assembly act in proposed budget amendment that these arbitrary cuts would cause to Texas Wide Open for from 73,924 to 36,115, measuring from face of Congress’ inaction on federal appropriates nearly $9 million in dedi- important initiatives like Head Start Business, part of the Texas sequestration the seven-month period after the speed cated funds to support critical pro- and Meals on Wheels. Since Congress Economic Development limit was increased by five miles-per- ANNAPOLIS, MD (September, grams and services impacted by feder- has failed to fix its mistake, we're now Division within the Office hour, to a comparable period of time a 2013) - Governor Martin O’Malley al sequestration. investing approximately $9 million of of the Governor. year earlier, an analysis by AAA Mid- “Congress’ senseless sequester and the money we set aside to help "When you grow tired of and the Maryland General Assembly the resulting job-killing cuts are threat- Atlantic reveals. Time: That speed have taken swift action to protect Marylanders by delivering meals to Maryland taxes squeezing camera was set off 37,809 fewer times ening our economic progress in every dime out of your busi- Maryland’s safety net from the effects Maryland and putting vulnerable near DC-295’s southern terminus. This of federal sequestration, which is a ness, think Texas, where represents a 51.1 percent declivity in Marylanders at risk,” said Governor See IMPACT, Page A7 we've created more jobs radar camera ticket totals, period over than all the other states period. combined," Perry says in Distance: In an equally stunning Governor O'Malley Joins Vice President Biden the advertisement. dénouement, speed camera revenue In the ad, which WTOP along this stretch of high-volume road- first reported about on way dipped from $9,965,800 to to Highlight Investments at Port of Baltimore Wednesday, Perry says that $4,023,059. That’s a knock-back of businesses should seek to By PRESS OFFICER two were joined by U.S. Administration and our federal part- $5,942,741 comparing period to period, call the Lone Star State, not Ofice of the Governor Transportation Secretary Anthony ners, we're moving the Port of according to data from the District Foxx, U.S. Senator Barbara Mikulski, Baltimore forward, creating jobs and the Old Line State, home. O’Malley is given a spe- Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Rebuilding our infrastructure cre- U.S. Senator Ben Cardin, U.S. connecting our State with cities and It comprises nearly a 60 percent drop in Congressman John Sarbanes, U.S. ports half a world away." cial mention, accused of revenue at the speed camera location at ates jobs and allows Maryland to Congressman Dutch Ruppersberger, Better choices lead to better results. making Maryland a “tax and the last exit on 295 before the Capital compete in a modern economy U.S. Congressman Elijah Cummings, By partnering with our private sector, fee state” and implementing Beltway (I-495), the National Harbor, ANNAPOLIS, MD (September,, and other elected officials. together we are creating 5,700 jobs and a “rain tax” on some proper- and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge. 2013) -- Governor O'Malley today The TIGER grant program allows preparing our port to take on the New ty owners, “a tax even New Motorists have a greater appreciation joined Vice President Joseph Biden at for the Port of Baltimore to increase its Panamax ships that will be headed up York doesn’t have,” Perry for the d= rt equation. the Port of Baltimore to highlight the cargo handling capacity and provide the coast in the coming years. What's says. “Some naysayers feared this deci- $10 million in federal grants given to rail access at its Fairfield Marine more, with the Transportation In a statement, O’Malley sion would compromise the safety of Maryland through the U.S. Department Terminal. Infrastructure Investment Act of 2013, called the ad a public rela- pedestrians, children, cyclists and even of Transportation’s Transportation "With today's announcement, we Maryland is activating long-term tions stunt and praised motorists themselves and would have a Investment Generating Economic are rebuilding our infrastructure in strategies to invest in Maryland’s Maryland’s high-ranking negative impact on the city’s bottom Recovery (TIGER), which will order to compete in a modern econo- transportation systems, and supporting line,” said John B. Townsend II, AAA improve our infrastructure and my," said Governor O'Malley. 57,200 jobs with $4.4 billion in new Mid-Atlantic’s Manager of Public and strengthen our economy for middle "Together, with the Obama investments in the next six years. See PERRY, Page A5 Government Affairs. “Turns out, there class families. During the event, the is no empirical evidence that traffic safety was compromised along these roadways. This is a major milepost. It’s Spacious Sedans and Fuel-Efficient Crossovers Join the proof that the city can strike the right balance in enhancing public safety for all highway users and improving fair- Minivan on AAA’s List of Top Vehicles for Growing Families ness to motorists through the use of time-honored and proven engineering, By PRESS OFFICER major financial investment for many families. By continuously variable automatic transmission set education, and enforcement tools.” AAA taking steps to be an educated and informed the Outback apart from its competition. In this AAA Mid-Atlantic obtained the data buyer, you can avoid having to replace your vehi- case, the differences add to the Outback’s appeal. cle sooner than expected.” through a Freedom of Information Act WASHINGTON, D. C. (Wednesday, September Performance is good, while fuel economy can be (FOIA) request it filed with the District 4, 2013) – AAA released its latest list of top vehi- Crossover or Sport Utility Vehicles very good for the class. Although seating is limit- DMV. To accurately measure the cles, targeting expanding families needing more Toyota Highlander: Available in various drive- ed to five, the back seat passengers enjoy a roomy trains that include a four-cylinder, V-6, and gaso- impact of the change in the speed limit, room, easy handling and dependability in their interior while the cargo area easily stores the AAA Mid-Atlantic compared the cita- next vehicle. Whether looking for the practicality line-electric hybrid, the Highlander delivers a items growing families often carry. TrueCar tion and revenue totals in the seven- of a minivan to carry more cargo, or the sportier large interior with a tight yet child-friendly, third reports that the Average Paid price of the 2013 month period after the legal speed limit side of an SUV to take the team to soccer games, row. The ride is quiet and comfortable and fuel Subaru Outback is $28,021, 7.87 percent less than hike, December 2012-June 2013, to the AAA’s list highlights a variety of vehicles growing economy with either the four-cylinder or hybrid the MSRP*. drivetrain is very good for the class. TrueCar same parallel period of the preceding families should consider during a new car search. Chevrolet Equinox: A family crossover that reports that the Average Paid price of the 2013 year, from December 2011 to June “There are many options available for families rides nicely, handles well and has a generous rear Toyota Highlander is $34,955, 6.15 percent less needing extra cargo space or room for additional seat that is perfect for growing teens and young than the MSRP*.