August 16th, 2022 by WCBC Radio

“Turf battles” are not uncommon in smaller communites with various factions often seeking more control or to maintain control-  and that was one problem identified by an economic development specialist when he presented a long term plan to Cumberland officials earlier this year. Just a few months later however, and those same city officials report they are seeing more teamwork than power struggles.  The consultant, in February, bluntly noted that groups including- the city, CEDC, Allegany County, Tri-County Council,  DDC, DCBA  and the Greater Cumberland Committee- have been in protection mode- and that has led to economic stagnation. During a recent public session, Mayor Ray Morriss said his recent experience shows many of those organizations are working collaboratively on any number of projects…