SHEPHERDSTOWN Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxer recently signed a National Society Daughters of the American Revolution proclamation declaring the month of November as "National American Indian Heritage Month.". Mayor Jim Auxer "Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Among seven candidates vying for the five at-large town council seats, Cheryl Roberts received 229 votes, followed by Chris Stroech (187), Marty Amerikaner (186), Jenny Haynes (176) and Jim Ford (156). When none was offered, he declared Spaur the owner. 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. When you lead you have to be willing to show your people youre willing to do what they have to do. As for the real need to be thereThese men need counseling at Christmas more than any other time. When West Virginia received $1.25 billion in CARES Act money in the spring of 2020, Gov. Infrastructure is my thing. First the septic system hook-up for the East End that had been promised in 1980 was completed and then the sewer plant started, then another election and another mayor. 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. In addition to the information on your new billing statement, I encourage you to review the back of your bill for additional billing information. Jack Kendall & James Puglisi Well, imagine no more for that mayor actually exists and he's Jim Auxer of Shepherdstown. They need to talk and have someone listen. Martin & Marlyn Keesecker Shepherdstown isnt alone in trying to determine how to spend such a significant amount of funds. The mill was listed for sale in November for $725,000. The new bills come inserted in an envelope for greater customer privacy, and a return envelope is enclosed for your convenience. Sharon Henderson EMAIL US. Kent Shaffer & Mary Bell Eighteen years later, the Auxer home, now with kittens Chief and Teke, is still that wonderful place on New Street. My parents were always supportive of my brother and me. 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. Betty S. Lowe SHEPHERDSTOWN - Imagine calling the mayor of your town and asking him or her to remove a bird trapped in your rain spout. Peter & Victoria Smith, Marianne Alexander I provide counseling, solve problems and help the jail run better. Now the top of the list is broadband and then water and sewer.. Regent Nicewarner said, "November is Native American Heritage Month. The county, at the tip of the Eastern Panhandle, offers a quick commute to the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. Kathy Sholl 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". No one thought I was going to win. Well he did win and began immediately working on Shepherdstown infrastructure. Jack & Pat Egle The three-story mill, including its millworks and steel-overshot waterwheel, is limited to single-family residential use, according to Shepherdstown zoning regulations. The town councils plan for the mill was to turn it into a facility to promote arts, culture and general community use. Jim Auxer was the first in his family to go to college. Special tours are possible if a volunteer docent is available. All rights reserved. Today, however, with a pandemic laying waste to many towns, Shepherdstown is also feeling the pain. 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. He gives credit to the Town Council. Tom Mayes & Rod Glover Local governments in West Virginia are receiving a collective $679 million in American Rescue Plan money. Susan Smith Posted in Uncategorized, The Shepherdstown Library (Market House) was struck by a vehicle between 6:00 p.m. Sunday, July 4th, and 6 a.m. Monday, July 5th. 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. Margie Knott Its the only way to learn and rectify situations. And Yes it looks like theres going to be a Shepherd parking garage.. The Mayor arrives at Town Hall at 6:30 a.m. on weekday mornings. Thats what I do. If you are unable to locate needed information, please contact Town Hall at 30-876-2312. 2021 Members - Historic Shepherdstown Our Members as of December 31, 2021 Preservation $1,000 & Up John Allen, Jr. Frank C. "Joe" Khare, Jr. & Cheryl A. The new format also includes a graph showing water usage so that you will be able to monitor your water consumption. 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. That internet access is important everywhere in West Virginia, including in Jefferson County. Upton & Ann Martin George Rutherford Jim Auxer is an interesting guy. 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. I think Dawn was hoping I offer to do the work for her, Jim laughed. She considers it an honor and a responsibility to keep Shepherdstown a safe, lively, community-driven place for all. James Broomall & Tish Wiggs They collectively lent her around $267,000 on the promise that she would include them in her will, he said. As for the upcoming election, Jim Auxer is the right man for any time. Officials across the state are working to figure out spending priorities as American Rescue Plan money pours into the state. Dawn, Joselyn and I will open gifts and celebrate a little in the morning and then Ill go to work. Why does the boss work holidays? Susan Kemnitzer Stephen & Rebecca Ayraud We must do our part to help flatten the curve. Judith Miller Jones Auxer estimates Shepherdstown lost a couple hundred thousand dollars in revenue due to the pandemic, but he credited federal relief money for helping keep the town whole. Jim starred on the football field at Central Dolphin. Shepherdstown Town Recorder Lori Robertson called the old mill the most important building in town.. "No one thought I was going to win." Well he did win and began immediately working on Shepherdstown infrastructure. Wayne Goodrich & Donna Bertazzoni 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. James Stuart Osbourn, Frances Bernstein David & Rosalind Black We were looking for a place where we felt most comfortable.. Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxer cares a lot about the environment. Hes back in the office from 9:30 to noon taking care of business and then he goes to work at Eastern Regional. 129 E. German Street(corner of German and Princess Streets)Shepherdstown, WV, P.O. My parents enjoyed my college education almost as much as I did. You have to be in hibernation not to notice the changes that have taken place since Jim came to office two years ago. West Virginia received. Spiker announced the first bid of $277,000, plus one dollar.. Thomas Banks 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. James Leathers Chris Stroech grew up in Shepherdstown and attended local schools before graduating with a law degree from West Virginia University. Imagine that same mayor regularly picking up trash in town. James & Mary Holland Copyright Shepherdstown Chronicle | https://www.shepherdstownchronicle.com | 123C S. Duke Street, Shepherdstown, WV 25443 | 304-876-3380. Shepherdstown celebrated with the lighting of the town tree on the lawn of McMurran Hall on Friday evening. But then you listen to his soft spoken way with a rational explanation or you sit in a single issue Town Hall meeting and watch him listen intently and respectfully to anyone who has something to say, and a different picture emerges. Information regarding the COVID-19 can also be found on the Town's website and Facebook page. You can pay your bill at Town Hall located at 104 North King Street (in person or using the dropbox), online at www.shepherdstown.us, or by phone at 304-318-8590. Jesse showed Roscoe game film, a dazzled Roscoe reports back to Shepherd and the rest is history. Meeting information regarding scheduling will be provided on the Town's website and Facebook page. 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. Charles Brown In Mayor Jim Auxer, Shepherdstown has such a leader. My friends loved them and still go to see my mom. Jims high school buddies dont just make a pass-by at Ruth Auxers either. 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. 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. Allen Spiker, trustee for Seneca Trustees of Norfolk, Va., the agency handling the auction, asked for more bids after Spaur offered $365,000. 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. Susan Mitchell 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. Richard & Joni Lyon 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. We, and our neighbors, have been witness to an amazing spring ritual in recent years. They dont have to spend all the money right now, Piercy said. 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.. Rick & Shannon Taylor Posted on April 6, 2020 | Hes the recipient of awards and honors such as 2009 SU Alumni of the Year and takes it all in with humility. We heard from a number of you expressing a desire for the Water Business Office to move away from the postcard billing format, and we are pleased to present this new bill to you. These folks are coming out from town, the first thing they want to know is whats the internet service, how fast it is, he said. 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. Bryan & Judith Robertson 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. Piercy and Blosser said local governments arent in a rush to spend the money. Martha Anne McIntosh Rebecca Phipps Andreas Pfann Jim finds it difficult to even think about her leaving and said wistfully as most parents do at this time. Journal photo by Toni Milbourne The Grinch and several characters from Whoville gathered with Mayor Jim Auxer to welcome in the holiday season with the lighting of the town tree on the lawn of McMurran Hall. Jim does not minimize this experience, nor does he exaggerate. Itll allow us to move forward more quickly with things we want to do.. More than $589 million was unspent as of Monday, according to the state auditors office. Unlike in the last Municipal Election, Mayor Jim Auxer is running unopposed for reelection. Though Jim has had little time to ride lately, Bernie at 28 is still around, just not in the New Street house. Shepherdstowns 2020 municipal election wrapped up on July 21paving the way for three new town council members. Pam Miller Sorry, there are no recent results for popular commented articles. James & Jean Scott Dana Fogle . Hali Taylor He points out that, like any other town of any size, Shepherdstown has similar problems and issuesand his job, above all else, is to listen, be civil, and balance discussions so that the community has fair representation. Ronald Kepple The documented incident took place after the Dec. 6 attack. Shepherdstown received around $250,000 in CARES Act funds, according to the state auditors office. He was also the football coach at Broadrun High School where he worked with Shepherd alumni: Lynn Carr and Ronnie Pyles. Elinor Ross Al & Sheila Vertino "We want everybody to be safe and healthy," Auxer said. Jim & Peachy Staley Jill Craig 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.. Colin & Sonia Heijne Changes for the better. Over the past 2 years there was extensive restoration of the building completed. Andy & Sondra Hosey, Arch & Connie Hoxton We had a wonderful childhood. When Arthur Jr. died he left his family with great memories, but Ruth, at age 84, just retired from teaching in the school her sons attended: Central Dolphin High School. Corporation of Shepherdstown. 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. But we have a mayor who is working tirelessly to keep all town employees on the job and maintain the cleanliness and services of the town. 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. Hes also been a member of the Water Board since 2012. "Shepherdstown is a great place," said Auxer, who lauded the community's spirit and residents' care for one another. Grove & Dallolio Architects Jefferson County Commission President Steve Stolipher says the area draws city residents who are wanting a more rural lifestyle. Raised in Shepherdstown, Cheryl Roberts graduated from Shepherd (College) and has worked at the Department of Veterans Affairs for 36 years. I liked to listen and help to resolve issues.. Auxer said Shepherdstown officials are talking with the county and neighboring municipalities about ways to use the funds for broadband projects. I taught her how to ride her bike. Then My wife and daughter are wonderful. Jim Justice took sole control of the funds. 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. 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. Joseph Krinock It is a time to celebrate the rich histories, diverse . He said people living in some of the rural parts of the area struggle with getting fast internet speeds. 0:04 0:56 SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.Va. Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxer was elected to another two-year term in Tuesday's municipal election, defeating challenger Todd Cotgreave, according to. One night, for no explicable reason a fire broke out onboard and spread wildly and with deadly speed. 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. Kelch died in August 2015. He soon headed up the mental health unit. Chazz & Donna Printz First Amendment: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Dianne Roman Scott Genovese James Cain & Karen Meyer-Cain Ford is focused on Shepherdstowns economic viabilityfrom town hall to main street. Sign up to receive updates on Shepherdstown events and more. He said Its not like you see on TV. Miraculously, this well-documented riot resulted in no deaths despite the three-day hostage situation and $250 million in damages. Low 34F. Nick Blanton Lets kind of take a step back and look at what some of our common goals are.. Sara Smith NO, I didnt expect to win, he laughed. James Maddy We still think thats not the best use of the funds and are really disappointed that they didnt get out the door at the height of the pandemic to address the needs of families and businesses and workers who are really impacted by Covid-19, Allen said. 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. 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. He was the older of Ruth and Arthurs two sons. Photo by Michael Theis/Chronicle. The opportunities here are enormous, but the opportunities here to get it wrong are enormous as well, Blosser said. Here is a gentle man, one who feels so deeply about this town that hes willing to make the tough decisions, take ultimate responsibility, and then step up for the adherent slings and arrows. They mow the lawn and shovel the snow, because. Judith Yost. Rie Wilson Johnna Armstrong Auxer estimates Shepherdstown lost a couple hundred thousand dollars in revenue due to the pandemic, but he credited federal relief money for helping keep the town whole. Jeffrey Shepherd Thanks for your patience and understanding. The Shepherdstown community often comes together for the common good. The library received immediate attention when the damage was discovered. All rights reserved. It was recommended the library's rear and right walls should be shored up on the first and second floors inside of the library. Marie Anderson John & Hope Snyder The governors office did not respond to an email asking about what the rest will be used for. Wells Fargo Bank is the largest creditor at $900,000, Jefferson County Sheriff Peter Dougherty said. Every effort will be made for public access to the meetings. A message from Mayor Jim Auxer Posted on July 7, 2021 | Posted in Uncategorized The Shepherdstown Library (Market House) was struck by a vehicle between 6:00 p.m. Sunday, July 4th, and 6 a.m. Monday, July 5th. Dow Benedict & Annette Gloomis Public infrastructure: we all know living here in West Virginia that that is something that has been significantly underfunded for a number of years. (Douglas Soule/Mountain State Spotlight). West Virginia received $1.25 billion from the CARES Act in April 2020 and set aside $265 million of that for local governments. Shepherdstown, WV 25443 Tabitha Johnston SHEPHERDSTOWN The town of Shepherdstown received an unexpected Christmas gift last month, from Bethesda, Md.-based organization Alley Cat Allies. 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. All Rights Reserved. Frederic & Anne DAlauro, Erdem & Joan Ergin Gary & Iris Heichel Lori Simmons FREE admission to Historic Shepherdstown members, children, students and military.
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