The Charm'tastic Mile Ceremonial Street Sign to Honor Mayor Schaefer

Thursday February 16, 2017- The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore the charming new name for the 1.3 mile corridor that runs from MLK Jr. Blvd. & Pratt Street to Harbor East has plans to honor the 1st of its three ceremonial street signs to the legacy of William Donald Schaefer the late Mayor, Governor & Comptroller for the State of Maryland.

With 50-years of public service to the State of Maryland and the City of Baltimore, Mr. Schaefer is without a doubt the most decorated politician in our States history.

In 1975 then Mayor Schaefer and a few top heads of Marketing and PR firms in the city decided to coin the nickname "Charm City" for Baltimore. He was re-elected for the first time as Mayor in 1975. 

Mr. Schaefer was Mayor of Baltimore from 1971-87 serving 4 terms. He was a member of the Baltimore City Council from 1955-71 before becoming Mayor. He was the mastermind for the creation of the Inner Harbor that opened on July 4, 1980. The Inner Harbor made Baltimore a hub for tourists and residents to dine, visit museums and for shopping.

Current City of Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh who was elected as the 50th Mayor this past November has a chance to honor his 50-years of service to the City & State with the ceremonial (The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore) street sign. "Without Mr. Schaefer there is no Charm City and thus no Charm'tastic Mile", says Derrick E. Vaughan.

The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore founder Derrick E. Vaughan is seeking to have the ceremonial Charm'tastic Mile street sign in honor of Mr. Schaefer unveiled on April 18, 2017 at the corner of Light & Pratt Street. April 18th marks the 6th Anniversary date of his passing. What a way to honor a true legend and icon to the City of Baltimore.