Terry Baker

The only incumbent in the race, Terry Baker is running for vice mayor this time after having been a council member for two years.

In 2002, Baker ran on a platform of bringing more youth activities to Clear Spring and this past spring, he made good on that promise.The first 5K run held the weekend of National Pike Days was a great success.

"We raised enough money to buy uniforms for the indoor and outdoor cross country track teams at Clear Spring High School," Baker said.He added that the event wouldn't have been possible without the help of the Clear Spring District Historical Association.

Now 48, Baker has been an educator for 25 years.Currently he teaches technology education at North Hagerstown High School.He and his wife, Katrina, have two daughters and reside at 9 Cumberland St.

Candidates must have resided in the town for at least two years immediately preceding the election and must be qualified voters of the town, according to the town charter.

A little less optimistic that the project will be completed before the end of the year, Terry Baker, the town's newest council member, expressed confidence that work will be started this year.

Dropped into the middle of these issues when first elected in the fall of 2002, Baker spent much of his first year getting acclimated to studying the projects and trying to speed them on their way.

"I've had a very enjoyable first year.It's a great group of people to work with," said Baker, 48."I feel like I'm contributing to my town."

Under the heading of little wishes for 2004, Baker said he would like to see a 5K race become part of the National Pike Days festival traditionally held each year in the spring.A track coach and teacher at North Hagerstown High School, Baker said he will work toward that goal this year.