Cheryl Gregory Its the only way to learn and rectify situations. And Yes it looks like theres going to be a Shepherd parking garage.. . Jim Justice took sole control of the funds. Bob & Linda Reynolds Blosser said figuring out how to spend that money has been a collaborative effort. Officials across the state are working to figure out spending priorities as American Rescue Plan money pours into the state. Though Jim has had little time to ride lately, Bernie at 28 is still around, just not in the New Street house. And because shes a JHS champion swimmer (She holds records for the butterfly and had the best time in the area last year. 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. Marie Anderson 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. You will have the option to sign up for paperless billing and autopay by clicking here. Kathy Sholl The back of the Market House appears to have endured the most serious damage. Dougherty said earlier there are several other claimants to Kelchs will. Margie Knott 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. The force pushed out the wall on the right side of the building. Tabitha Johnston SHEPHERDSTOWN The town of Shepherdstown received an unexpected Christmas gift last month, from Bethesda, Md.-based organization Alley Cat Allies. The insurance company was contacted and provided with reports and photographs of the damage. One fine day, Dawn Fye, an eye-catching resident in the Harrisburg neighborhood was out renovating her home. Dale Walter Jim Auxer was the first in his family to go to college. He soon headed up the mental health unit. 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. 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. 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. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. 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. John & Margaret Demer Canvassing of the ballots cast, including provisional ballots, is scheduled for Monday. Bedinger Kent Shaffer & Mary Bell Edwinna Bernat Samuel Billmyer David & Rosalind Black Martin Burke & Barbara Spicher James Cain & Karen Meyer-Cain Bill Carrigan Ann Christy Betsy Coffey William Conner Jill Craig 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 unofficial results. 2023 www.heraldmailmedia.com. Wayne & Teresa McLaughlin The Farmers Market location is being evaluated. For example, Pennsylvanias legislature passed a bill allocating more than $2.6 billion of CARES Act funds. With the American Rescue Plan funds, West Virginia legislators will be involved, too. This was completed Monday evening and the building was then secured. 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 Brown, John & Terri Griffith Shepherdstown received around $250,000 in CARES Act funds, according to the state auditors office. Betsy Coffey My parents enjoyed my college education almost as much as I did. He says hes always been proud of the way his office has managed the towns financesespecially during COVID. Martha Anne McIntosh If you have any questions after reviewing your bill, please do not hesitate to call the Shepherdstown Water Business Office at 304-876-2574. Shepherd wanted Jim Auxer. They dont have to spend all the money right now, Piercy said. Ben Miller Sue Kennedy is a former public relations executive and Emmy Award winning screenplay writer. Jill Craig My parents were always supportive of my brother and me. 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. It was the 1960s and college wasnt something that was a given for a lot of high school grads. James Stuart Osbourn, Frances Bernstein Mark Outhier Photo by Michael Theis/Chronicle. "Shepherdstown is a great place," said Auxer, who lauded the community's spirit and residents' care for one another. Posted on July 7, 2021 | Incumbent Town Recorder Lori Robertson, who was unopposed in the election, received 236 votes. The repairs were approved within hours. Adam & Shannon Thomas 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. EMAIL US. He just tells it like it was. And the small Eastern Panhandle town is about to receive a lot more federal relief funds $800,000 through the American Rescue Plan. 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. The documented incident took place after the Dec. 6 attack. Bill Senseney & Angie Sosdian To this day a family trip to Dewey Beach is summer tradition. 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. Copyright Shepherdstown Chronicle | https://www.shepherdstownchronicle.com | 123C S. Duke Street, Shepherdstown, WV 25443 | 304-876-3380. George Rutherford We must do our part to help flatten the curve. Jim & Mary Clare Eros Thats what I do. He gives credit to the Town Council. 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. 304.876.0910 Box 1786 Downtown Shepherdstown. Ford is focused on Shepherdstowns economic viabilityfrom town hall to main street. "I am honored and humbled to be the mayor of Shepherdstown," [] Chazz & Donna Printz Thomas Banks 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. Dave & Jean Anne Pugh SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.Va. Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxers fight to turn the 279-year-old Thomas Shepherds grist mill into the premier symbol of the towns history fell apart Tuesday. Incumbent councilwoman Deb Tucker received 96 votes and challenger Corinne Airgood received 102 votes, according to unofficial results. "We'll get through it.". Ronald Kepple Jim realized that Shepherdstown would feed his love of history. And this is our opportunity to make long-lasting strides.. D Day in the Pacific sites acts of bravery so profound its hard to believe theyre non-fiction. 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. Ford is focused on Shepherdstown's economic viabilityfrom town hall to main street. Dana Entler The sidewalk that runs along the Sweet Shop will be open to pedestrians beginning Friday, July 9th. Well, imagine no more for that mayor actually exists and he's Jim Auxer of Shepherdstown. Jack & Pat Egle 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. Winds WNW at 10 to 20 mph.. Clear. Grove & Dallolio Architects SHEPHERDSTOWN - Imagine calling the mayor of your town and asking him or her to remove a bird trapped in your rain spout. Chess & Lynn Yellott If only these old homes could talk.. 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. He was appointed executor of the will of Patrinka Kelch, owner of the mill. 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. Lets kind of take a step back and look at what some of our common goals are.. He didnt say he starred for hes a modest man but he was captain and all-state defense, so starring was a good guess. Meg Spurlin 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. SHEPHERDSTOWN Despite a rumor circulating that a case of COVID-19, otherwise known as the coronavirus, was confirmed in Shepherdstown over the weekend, Mayor Jim Auxer quickly debunked the story with a statement on the town's website Sunday evening. John Bresland & Beth Batdorf That internet access is important everywhere in West Virginia, including in Jefferson County. 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. Auxer was unable to top a $365,000 bid by a Jefferson County, W.Va. businessman during a public foreclosure auction in front of the county courthouse. All Rights Reserved. The 80s had brought all kinds of change for Jim Auxer. My mom is the nicest and best person I know.. Information regarding the COVID-19 can also be found on the Town's website and Facebook page. 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. James Maddy Richard & Joni Lyon 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. They became involved, enjoyed my friends and my friends families. Hes back in the office from 9:30 to noon taking care of business and then he goes to work at Eastern Regional. David & Margaret Coe "We want everybody to be safe and healthy," Auxer said. Payment options include cash, check, credit card (processing fees apply), and e-check (processing fees apply). Austin & Carmen Slater And as one of the Panhandle's greenest, most outdoor-friendly locations, he feels it's everyone's responsibility to help keep Shepherdstown clean. It was recommended the library's rear and right walls should be shored up on the first and second floors inside of the library. 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. Every effort will be made for public access to the meetings. Dennis Barron James & Mary Holland Susan Loonsk Allen E. Meske & T. Nicole Saunders-Meske 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. No one thought I was going to win. Well he did win and began immediately working on Shepherdstown infrastructure. Scott Genovese Low 34F. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Karen Kiaer The Mayor arrives at Town Hall at 6:30 a.m. on weekday mornings. 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. Nick Blanton He's also been a member of the Water Board since 2012. First elected in 2008, Jims leadership has since worked to maintain the towns status as a crown jewel of West Virginia. Lori Simmons Over the past 2 years there was extensive restoration of the building completed. James & Lou Ann Stovall 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. Incumbent council members David Rosen, Mark Everhart and David Springer did not seek reelection. Samuel Billmyer The Museum will be closed for the winter and reopen in the spring. Matthew & Claudia Dressler We, and our neighbors, have been witness to an amazing spring ritual in recent years. Andy & Sondra Hosey, Arch & Connie Hoxton Marie Tyler-McGraw 129 E. German Street(corner of German and Princess Streets)Shepherdstown, WV, P.O. Upon approval of repairs from the insurance company, a firm was contacted to evaluate the damage and provide a plan for the repairs. Jane McSwain Unlike in the last Municipal Election, Mayor Jim Auxer is running unopposed for reelection. Im very proud of Joselyn and Im very proud of her mother. (Douglas Soule/Mountain State Spotlight). Judith Ford Arthur James Jim Auxer III There was a riot in 1989 though that he wouldnt discuss. 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. When West Virginia received $1.25 billion in CARES Act money in the spring of 2020, Gov. In addition to the information on your new billing statement, I encourage you to review the back of your bill for additional billing information. She said a plan needs to be developed that reduces disparities and targets those most in need. Dr. Raleigh Watson, Jr. Mary J.C. Hendrix My father loved watching me play ball. Today, Jim gives Shepherd College credit for helping him build the foundation for his life. The damage to the rear wall extends to the roofline. Elliot & Nancy Kirschbaum Imagine that same mayor regularly picking up trash in town. Jim Auxer is an interesting guy. Although the U.S. Treasury has released interim guidance on how to use the funds, the rules havent been finalized yet. Sara Smith Dana Fogle Piercy and Blosser said local governments arent in a rush to spend the money. John & Mary Kavaliunas Butit was Dawn who drove her to practice at the crack of dawn and to swim meets around the state every weekend. Richard & Barbara Nickell Beverly Belchik Donald & Dorrene Hale John Doyle As for the upcoming election, Jim Auxer is the right man for any time. Critics questioned his spending priorities as hundreds of millions of CARES Act dollars went untouched. Auxer said he is proud the town is the first to make the change and that he wants the town to be a trendsetter. 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. In 1969 he graduated with a BA in History and Elementary Education (with an emphasis on Physical Education). Hali Taylor The library received immediate attention when the damage was discovered. James Cain & Karen Meyer-Cain It is a time to celebrate the rich histories, diverse . Now at Shepherd College football was big, the school could pick and choose. Mayor Jim Auxer, Corporation of Shepherdstown. Linda Kelso The Corporation Of Shepherdstown, under the management of Mayor Jim Auxer, was awarded the 2011 Preservation Award for their continued support of The Historic Entler Hotel Building. West Virginia received. Some of the Canada geese who All cultures believe in the sanctity and necessity of water. Timony & Susan Sheehan What they decide could have big implications for West Virginia and its future. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." 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. Lou Cox In addition, with President Joe Bidens infrastructure plan still a possibility, some governments dont want to commit dollars yet with more federal money possibly in play for certain projects. Hes also been a member of the Water Board since 2012. In Mayor Jim Auxer, Shepherdstown has such a leader. 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. Posted on April 6, 2020 | Shepherdstown is lucky to have him. Richard Irwin Martin Burke & Barbara Spicher Rhys & Jennifer Gerholdt Public infrastructure: we all know living here in West Virginia that that is something that has been significantly underfunded for a number of years. We must do our part to help flatten the curve. EMAIL US. Dow Benedict & Annette Gloomis He also led the effort to amend the town ordinances to prohibit discrimination based upon sexual orientation. ), swims with FAST (Frederick Area Swim Team) and is an AP scholar to boot, Joselyns been fielding calls from some big name colleges in New England. James Leathers Impressed with the community from the start, the couple established friendships and became involved early on. West Virginia received $1.25 billion from the CARES Act in April 2020 and set aside $265 million of that for local governments. 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. 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. 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. Rebecca Phipps A council member for the past four years, Roberts is committed to ensuring that all town residents are informed, treated fairly, and feel included, and that safety and health is consistent priorityboth during the pandemic and beyond.