Article: Creamery battleground shifts to Baltimore County Council

A community debate over a proposed Glen Arm creamery erupted in a chorus of cheers and jeers Monday night during a raucous public hearing before the Baltimore County Council.

Most of the 100 or so people in attendance backed zoning law changes that would specifically allow creameries in a rural conservation zone. Supporters made their presence known by applauding people who shared their views and snickering and coughing when opponents spoke.

Joseph Bartenfelder, the council's chairman, warned the crowd several times during the 90-minute hearing before threatening to have everyone removed from the chamber.

Tucking himself away in a corner throughout the hubbub was Bobby Prigel, the owner of ...

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