And as one of the Panhandle's greenest, most outdoor-friendly locations, he feels it's everyone's responsibility to help keep Shepherdstown clean. Corporation of Shepherdstown. 1:07 SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.Va. Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxer's fight to turn the 279-year-old Thomas Shepherd's grist mill into the premier symbol of the town's history fell apart Tuesday.. Linda Hope All of these projects are still on the table, he said, and county commissioners are holding a meeting next week to get feedback on how to spend the funds. Jim usually works on holidays and today is no exception. Determined to show up and do the work, Haynes realizes that the strength of Shepherdstowns future relies on the power of people working together towards the greater good. Moreover, because of COVID-19, many voters utilized absentee and early-voter ballots. From there he became a graduate assistant at Shippensburg University in the Rowland Lab for MED counseling and discovered his passion and talent as a counselor. Thomas Banks Brown John & Terri Griffith Matthew Merkle & Katherine Hall Meyer Family Trust Peter & Victoria Smith Benefactor $500 - $999 Frank & Wilma Coe Frederic & Anne D'Alauro William Drennen, Jr. 129 E. German Street(corner of German and Princess Streets)Shepherdstown, WV, P.O. More than $589 million was unspent as of Monday, according to the state auditors office. She is a Witness Ministry leader at Asbury United Methodist Church, an Active Life Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., is the newly-elected president of the Shepherdstown Lions Club, sits on the board of the Shepherd University Athletic Club, and is a Life Member of the NAACP. Peter & Victoria Smith, Marianne Alexander Jeffrey Shepherd Box 1786 Tabitha Johnston SHEPHERDSTOWN The town of Shepherdstown received an unexpected Christmas gift last month, from Bethesda, Md.-based organization Alley Cat Allies. James & Mary Holland When Professor Harold Goldberg wrote D Day in the Pacific, critics said he gave us one of the best accounts of the Battle of Saipan ever. Today the outside wall was shored up for added stability. Auxer, 75, can be found in his Town Hall office, literally seven . Beverly Belchik And loving it. Robertson was uncontested in the race, winning with 236 votes. Auxer was forced to do the same to stay in the auction. Marellen Aherne Now at Shepherd College football was big, the school could pick and choose. Dow Benedict & Annette Gloomis If you are the site owner (or you manage this site), please whitelist your IP or if you think this block is an error please open a support ticket and make sure to include the block details (displayed in the box below), so we can assist you in troubleshooting the issue. William Conner The back of the Market House appears to have endured the most serious damage. He also thinks a councilmembers role comprises more than just meetings and votesbut requires participation in facilitating discussions, managing relationships, and reaching out to the community to build consensus on complex issues. Today, however, with a pandemic laying waste to many towns, Shepherdstown is also feeling the pain. Edwinna Bernat Erwin & Carol Asam Mary J.C. Hendrix Gaylen & Karen Johnson Martha Anne McIntosh It was recommended the library's rear and right walls should be shored up on the first and second floors inside of the library. Posted on July 7, 2021 | Only half of what governments are due through the American Rescue Plan is available this spring; the other half cant be accessed until next year. It is a time to celebrate the rich histories, diverse . You have permission to edit this article. One fine day, Dawn Fye, an eye-catching resident in the Harrisburg neighborhood was out renovating her home. Newcomer Jenny Haynes has been a Shepherdstown resident for most of her life, and feels it is extremely important that community members feel included in the future of the townno matter the challenge. During a June 7 presentation to a legislative interim committee on the American Rescue Plan funds, Ann Urling, the governors deputy chief of staff, told lawmakers that its important that the state use a data-driven methodology that shows where we can make the biggest impact in our state by using these funds strategically., She said U.S. Treasury guidelines encourage the state to hold listening sessions across the state to ensure inclusive stakeholder input.. Jack Young, Keith Alexander We must do our part to help flatten the curve. Roberts was reelected with 229 votes, Ford was reelected with 156 votes, Stroech won with 187 votes, Amerikaner won with 186 votes, and Haynes prevailed with 176 votes. Colin & Sonia Heijne He was also the football coach at Broadrun High School where he worked with Shepherd alumni: Lynn Carr and Ronnie Pyles. The recruiting network that came into play included Roscoe Warner, coach at Harrisburg Susquehanna who spent summers coaching training camp at Shepherd and Jesse Riggleman, Roscoes good friend and Central Dolphin Coach. Eleanor Finn Jim finds it difficult to even think about her leaving and said wistfully as most parents do at this time. Were a close family., Back to 1999 After 28 years at Camp Hill State Prison, Jim decided it was time to go and joined the staff of Eastern Regional Jail as Vice President of Prime Care. Theyve messed up their lives and theyre locked-up. Marty Amerikaner and his wife landed in Shepherdstown five years ago. Posted on April 6, 2020 | Fran Brolle Rebecca Phipps If you have any questions after reviewing your bill, please do not hesitate to call the Shepherdstown Water Business Office at 304-876-2574. Adam & Shannon Thomas Upon approval of repairs from the insurance company, a firm was contacted to evaluate the damage and provide a plan for the repairs. Shepherdstown will hold its meetings online via Zoom. Within his tenure, Auxer takes particular pride in his commitment to Shepherdstowns ever-evolving infrastructure, small-business needs, water and sanitation, tourism, and the many ongoing beautification projects that keep the downtown area both attractive and engaging. Copyright 1999 2023 GoDaddy Operating Company, LLC. He's also been a member of the Water Board since 2012. Bob & Linda Reynolds Low 34F. Larry Dean & Mina Goodrich NO, I didnt expect to win, he laughed. West Virginia received. Frederic & Anne DAlauro, Erdem & Joan Ergin You will have the option to sign up for paperless billing and autopay by clicking here. Your IP address is listed in our blacklist and blocked from completing this request. He just tells it like it was. Now the top of the list is broadband and then water and sewer.. My parents saw all our games. Gloria Thatcher Judith Yost. He also volunteered at Catholic Social Services and provided counseling for unwed mothers. Shepherdstown celebrated with the lighting of the town tree on the lawn of McMurran Hall on Friday evening. Barbara Myers It was the 1960s and college wasnt something that was a given for a lot of high school grads. Chris Stroech grew up in Shepherdstown and attended local schools before graduating with a law degree from West Virginia University. Kelch died in August 2015. Posted in Uncategorized. They collectively lent her around $267,000 on the promise that she would include them in her will, he said. EMAIL US. Kathy Sholl At the end of the voting day on July 21, and after a few hours of counting, Auxer was reelected as mayor by a margin of 184 votes. My father loved watching me play ball. Today, Jim gives Shepherd College credit for helping him build the foundation for his life. Sign up to receive updates on Shepherdstown events and more. John Bresland & Beth Batdorf Jesse showed Roscoe game film, a dazzled Roscoe reports back to Shepherd and the rest is history. Posted in Uncategorized. Ann Christy While incumbent mayor Jim Auxer retained his officealong with town recorder, Lori Robertsontown council members Cheryl Roberts and Jim Ford won reelection, and were joined by newcomers Jenny Haynes, Marty Amerikaner, and Chris Stroech. Jim Justice took sole control of the funds. The repairs were approved within hours. Now we must separate for the common good. I think this is a once-in-a-lifetime impact, said Travis Blosser, executive director of the West Virginia Municipal League, an association of the states cities, towns and villages. Overall, West Virginia will receive more than $4 billion in assistance through the American Rescue Plan, according to information provided by U.S. Sen. Joe Manchins office. Henry Willard Susan Mayer I didnt but I did lend her some tools and took her out for dinner. Apparently dinner went well and Jim and Dawn were married in 1986. He said people living in some of the rural parts of the area struggle with getting fast internet speeds. The library received immediate attention when the damage was discovered. He didnt say he starred for hes a modest man but he was captain and all-state defense, so starring was a good guess. And hour later hes at the Wellness Center which he calls A great recruiting tool for Shepherd. Hes out on the street by 8:45 and on any given day is listening to townsfolk who stop him to talk. Jim Auxer was the first in his family to go to college. There was a time when Jim owned a horse stable and showed jumpers: Bernie and Airport. Jim Auxer is an interesting guy. Daren Wood They became involved, enjoyed my friends and my friends families. Elinor Ross James Leathers The Auxers got involved in scouting where Jim was a Life Scout: Order of the Arrow and he remembers camping and trips to Dewey Beach, Del. Allen Spiker, trustee for Seneca Trustees of Norfolk, Va., the agency handling the auction, asked for more bids after Spaur offered $365,000. Marie Anderson Jim does not minimize this experience, nor does he exaggerate. The fair Joselyn is in Jefferson High School Class of 2010. Rick & Shannon Taylor Dear Valued Corporation of Shepherdstown Customer: Beginning November 1, you will notice multiple changes with your new monthly utility bill. We now have opportunities to better communicate various services to you, whether via a message on your bill or an additional insert that comes as part of your billing statement. Hes the recipient of awards and honors such as 2009 SU Alumni of the Year and takes it all in with humility. I taught her how to ride her bike. Then My wife and daughter are wonderful. Eventually he had responsibility for 250 inmates and 70 officers at Camp Hill. Auxer said in a brief telephone interview Wednesday morning that he was "humbled" by the voters' faith in him as the town works through the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Donald & Dorrene Hale Edward Trainor Susan Mitchell The lad loved football but he also loved history, and Shepherdstown was a great recruiting tool. Auxer, who has served as Shepherdstown's mayor since 2008, was first elected to the post in 2000 and then reelected for a second two-year term in 2002. SHEPHERDSTOWN This Tuesday from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m, the polls in Town Hall will be ready for Corporation of Shepherdstown residents to vote in the 2022 Municipal Election. Betty S. Lowe Lori Simmons John & Hope Snyder Jack Kendall & James Puglisi Dick & Judy Pharr Ben Miller Stephen Pearson EMAIL US. We, and our neighbors, have been witness to an amazing spring ritual in recent years. Meg Spurlin Margie Knott John & Helen Burns If you are unable to locate needed information, please contact Town Hall at 30-876-2312. Matthew & Claudia Dressler In 1972 Jim finally got an opportunity to work in the major league of tough cases when he became a counselor at Camp Hill State Prison in Harrisburg. A Shepherd (College) alum as well as professed super-fan of Shepherdstown, Auxer returned to town in 1999 and was mayor from 2000-2004, and then again from 2008-present. The CATF event scheduled for July 9th will be held in the parking lot of the Marinoff Theater at 62 West Campus Drive on Shepherd University Campus. Wanda Perry Shepherdstown isnt alone in trying to determine how to spend such a significant amount of funds. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." Five years later, Dawn, with a Masters Degree in industrial psychology and a prestigious career in government, decided to give it up for the world of the stay at home Mom and shes never looked back. Roger & Anne Munro Jefferson County Historical Society In addition to the information on your new billing statement, I encourage you to review the back of your bill for additional billing information. Ronald Kepple One such recount was about a very young marine, one Arthur James Auxer Jr. Auxer was stationed on a ship in the Pacific near Pearl Harbor. The new funds can be used for water and sewer projects, broadband and to backfill lost revenue, all of which Auxer is interested in doing with the money. Frank & Wilma Coe Planning Commission Members Mayor Jim Auxer, President Christopher Cafiero, Vice President Terence Fulton Dr. Hani Al-Saleh Abby Streu Roger Munro Leah Rampy Andy Beall, Planning and Zoning Administrator, email abeall@shepherdstown.us or phone 304-876-6858 Information Notices Information Title 9 Planning and Zoning Ordinance Forms 129 E. German St. Chazz & Donna Printz D Day in the Pacific sites acts of bravery so profound its hard to believe theyre non-fiction. Jane McSwain https://da57dc.p3cdn1.secureserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Screen-Shot-2020-07-30-at-1.36.19-PM.png?time=1677669867, https://da57dc.p3cdn1.secureserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/SVC_logo_80.png, 2020 Election Produces Both New and Familiar Faces. They need to talk and have someone listen. Wells Fargo Bank is the largest creditor at $900,000, Jefferson County Sheriff Peter Dougherty said. Please enjoy the other open spaces in the parks with enacted and recommended guidelines. In Mayor Jim Auxer, Shepherdstown has such a leader. Thank you for your cooperation as we move forward in this trying time. James Broomall & Tish Wiggs The three-story mill, including its millworks and steel-overshot waterwheel, is limited to single-family residential use, according to Shepherdstown zoning regulations. The new format also includes a graph showing water usage so that you will be able to monitor your water consumption. Susan Kemnitzer When Auxer began to falter, Shepherdstown businessman Kenneth Lowe leaned over and offered him $5,000 to keep going, but even that failed to stop Spaur. James & Jean Scott Peter Van Ryzin "Infrastructure is my thing." Lets kind of take a step back and look at what some of our common goals are.. This means Justice and the Legislature will have to work together on the $1.355 billion the state receives of American Rescue Plan funds an amount thats separate from what the local governments received under the same spending guidelines. Information regarding the COVID-19 can also be found on the Town's website and Facebook page. James Cain & Karen Meyer-Cain Both water and power were disconnected and the area surrounding the building was cordoned off for safety. And this is our opportunity to make long-lasting strides.. Please note, you will need your account number to sign up. Payment options include cash, check, credit card (processing fees apply), and e-check (processing fees apply). Morning clouds will give way to sunshine for the afternoon. Betsy Coffey Now, more then ever before, every town across America needs and deserves a leader who puts the welfare, safety and best interests of its people above all else. The economic stimulus bill included not only money for local governments but also billions of dollars in direct relief for West Virginia. I think thats one unique way where I think were getting it right here in West Virginia is that were all banding together: Republican, Democrat, conservative, liberal, whatever your ideology or philosophy is, he said. Jim & Mary Clare Eros Shepherdstown Town Recorder Lori Robertson called the old mill the most important building in town.. James & Lou Ann Stovall The U.S. Congress passed the American Rescue Plan in March. Meredith Wait All Rights Reserved. My mom is the nicest and best person I know.. EMAIL US. Susan Smith SHEPHERDSTOWN Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxer said he shed a "little tear," when he heard the news that Shepherd University's former president, Suzanne Shipley, created a $50,000 endowment fund in his honor. The mill has been standing at what today is 207 E. High St. since it was built in 1738 or 1739. The Welcome Center will open Friday, July 9th. Governments have a lot more flexibility with American Rescue Plan money in comparison to the CARES Act money, which had to be used explicitly for costs incurred because of the pandemic. Dianne Roman Coinciding with his current role at Arnold & Bailey in Charles Town, Stroech also volunteers on the Shepherdstown Tree Commission, Planning Commission, and Recycling Task Force. During the 2021 state legislative session, lawmakers passed and Justice signed House Bill 2014, which requires that the legislature appropriate federal funds exceeding $150 million during a state of emergency. Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxer said he is happy people are pleased with the decision and that he supported the change because he believed it would be a positive one. Piercy and Blosser said local governments arent in a rush to spend the money. Incumbent Town Recorder Lori Robertson, who was unopposed in the election, received 236 votes. He gives credit to the Town Council. Joselyn Auxer was born in 1991 and by this time the Auxers had bought a home on New Street in Shepherdstown. Now we must separate for the common good. Journal photo by Toni Milbourne Ford is focused on Shepherdstown's economic viabilityfrom town hall to main street. Rhys & Jennifer Gerholdt West Virginia received $1.25 billion from the CARES Act in April 2020 and set aside $265 million of that for local governments. . He has nothing but praise for Meredith Wait, president of the SBA, and Dr. Suzanne Shipley for willingly and regularly sitting down with him to bring Shepherd University, the business community and the town government all under one tent for the betterment of Shepherdstown. Town Run, the stream that runs through downtown Shepherdstown, powered the mill. Dave & Jean Anne Pugh I liked to listen and help to resolve issues.. He was the older of Ruth and Arthurs two sons. To prevent the spread of COVID-19, Shepherdstown has closed its parks to all high congestion traffic and use areas such as playgrounds, basketball courts and pavilions. Richard & Barbara Nickell There is significant damage to the right rear corner and right rear side of the building. Bill Carrigan Greentree Realty FREE admission to Historic Shepherdstown members, children, students and military. 304.876.0910 The county, at the tip of the Eastern Panhandle, offers a quick commute to the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. The integrity and performance of the police force is also a point of both pride and passion for Ford, and he vows to work with the mayor and fellow council members to ensure its continued excellence. Ross Patterson Denver & Wendy Beckner The cost of college was beyond the reach of many, unless they came looking for you. We have a leader who is in constant contact with town committee members, seeing that all information is verified, the public is informed and needs, especially those of the elderly, dont go unnoticed. Raised in Shepherdstown, Cheryl Roberts graduated from Shepherd (College) and has worked at the Department of Veterans Affairs for 36 years. Sue Kennedy is a former public relations executive and Emmy Award winning screenplay writer. Here is a picture of a true leader. Winds light and variable. Andreas Pfann Kelly Allen, executive director of the West Virginia Center on Budget and Policy, said most of the remaining money is planned to go toward compensating the states unemployment trust fund Justice has said this will later reduce taxes on businesses that typically fund unemployment benefits and to pay off a loan the state had taken from the U.S. Department of Labor during the pandemic to keep the trust fund solvent. Dennis Barron "We want everybody to be safe and healthy," Auxer said. William Bromley Shepherdstowns 2020 municipal election wrapped up on July 21paving the way for three new town council members. Sandy Brown Mike Austin Maylene Reisbig You have to be in hibernation not to notice the changes that have taken place since Jim came to office two years ago. Richard & Joni Lyon Robert Fairbaugh Meeting information regarding scheduling will be provided on the Town's website and Facebook page. Michael Sullivan & Susan Hirsch Copyright Shepherdstown Chronicle | https://www.shepherdstownchronicle.com | 123C S. Duke Street, Shepherdstown, WV 25443 | 304-876-3380. Alan & Jane Levitan, Al & Sara Lueck Im very proud of Joselyn and Im very proud of her mother. The 80s had brought all kinds of change for Jim Auxer. Tom Mayes & Rod Glover Sharon Henderson Shepherd wanted Jim Auxer. For example, Pennsylvanias legislature passed a bill allocating more than $2.6 billion of CARES Act funds. Auxer said he is proud the town is the first to make the change and that he wants the town to be a trendsetter. Blosser said figuring out how to spend that money has been a collaborative effort. Timony & Susan Sheehan The town councils plan for the mill was to turn it into a facility to promote arts, culture and general community use. Jim Ford has been a resident of Shepherdstown for nearly two decades, and upon this most recent reelection, is enjoying a seventh term on the council. If only these old homes could talk.. Joseph Krinock Auxer, 73, received 224 votes and Cotgreave received 40 votes, according to unofficial results that were posted online early Wednesday. Martin & Marlyn Keesecker Butit was Dawn who drove her to practice at the crack of dawn and to swim meets around the state every weekend. To this day a family trip to Dewey Beach is summer tradition. Im very proud of what Joselyn has done. Mayor Jim Auxer, left, stands in front of the trunk full of cat food with Mountain Cats TNR Founder Tina Creller on Dec. 30. Elisabeth Staro Stephanie Unger Public comments will be accepted until July 16. Hes a strong believer in active community contribution, and is heavily involved in Shepherd Universitys popular Lifelong Learning program as well as SAIL (Shepherdstown Area Independent Living), the Shepherdstown Film Society, SPEAK Story Series, and the Shenandoah Community Health Clinic. One thing thats giving, I think, a lot of people confidence is that everyone seems to be unified on this issue of making sure this money gets spent in the best way possible to benefit our communities, Blosser said. This area will remain closed until repairs are completed. Every effort will be made for public access to the meetings. There was a riot in 1989 though that he wouldnt discuss. Canvassing of the ballots cast, including provisional ballots, is scheduled for Monday. By Douglas Soule Mountain State Spotlight, Amazing Grace hits game-winner, sends Summers to state tournament (With Gallery), Maiolo approved as new Woodrow softball coach, Woodrow, Indy, West all in top five in Huntington (WITH GALLERY), Section title in hand, Shady moves on to Region 3 co-final, Woodrow Wilson students perform "The Little Mermaid". Spiker announced the first bid of $277,000, plus one dollar.. Brown, John & Terri Griffith Terry & Diane Fulton Itll allow us to move forward more quickly with things we want to do.. Allen E. Meske & T. Nicole Saunders-Meske Samuel Billmyer Were being asked to promote inclusive economic development in regions of the state in the planning process, so that historically underrepresented communities are part of and are given a real voice in how these funds are used, Urling said. Thank you for your cooperation. At first glance hes a bear of a man, serious and a little gruff. Incumbent council members David Rosen, Mark Everhart and David Springer did not seek reelection. Kent Shaffer & Mary Bell Bedinger Al & Sheila Vertino With the American Rescue Plan funds, West Virginia legislators will be involved, too. Linda Kelso Today, however, with a pandemic laying waste to many towns, Shepherdstown is also feeling the pain. Regent Nicewarner said, "November is Native American Heritage Month. They mow the lawn and shovel the snow, because. We were looking for a place where we felt most comfortable.. Local governments in West Virginia are receiving a collective $679 million in American Rescue Plan money. Jim Auxer grew up in Harrisburg, Pa. Johnna Armstrong This was completed Monday evening and the building was then secured. Sara Smith Stroech has a history of participating on various town committees, and feels it has prepared him to help shape discussions and identify needsoften in order to delegate to proper committees and task forces. Dr. Raleigh Watson, Jr. All rights reserved. Dale Walter Shepherdstown is lucky to have him. Although the U.S. Treasury has released interim guidance on how to use the funds, the rules havent been finalized yet. He looks at his role on the council as a service to the community he loves and an opportunity to listen, and then listen some more. Jim & Betsy Butzner Greene Auxer said it helped cover Covid-19-related expenses like personal protective equipment, cleaning materials and employee overtime hours. shepherdstown.info/shepherdstown-teams-terracycle-address-litter/, Mozilla/5.0 (Macintosh; Intel Mac OS X 10_15_7) AppleWebKit/605.1.15 (KHTML, like Gecko) Version/15.5 Safari/605.1.15. They dont have to spend all the money right now, Piercy said. The county will receive more than $11 million in American Rescue Plan money, and Stolipher said his top priority is increasing broadband access. In what Robertson described as a contested race this yeardue to heightened political awareness overall, as well as seven members running for five council positions, including a challenge to the mayormore than 200 voters participated, compared to just 45 voters in 2018. Shepherdstown, WV 25443 We must do our part to help flatten the curve. Critics questioned his spending priorities as hundreds of millions of CARES Act dollars went untouched. shepherdstown Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxer is proud to point out that, even throughout the pandemics worst months and the challenges they presented, his town managed to maintain its services and keep on all its government workers. [emailprotected], Marriages and Deaths in the Shepherdstown Register, 1849-1850. Unlike the CARES Act money, which initially came with a December 2020 deadline which has since been extended communities have until the end of 2024 to commit the American Rescue Plan funds and until the end of 2026 to spend the money. -Martin Luther King, Jr. Corporation of Shepherdstown. Upton & Ann Martin Nick Blanton Officials across the state are working to figure out spending priorities as American Rescue Plan money pours into the state.

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