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Ashland digs deeper into Ashland Town Council trench option with rail OKs LauraDell project By Jim Ridolphi for The Hanover Local ASHLAND — Crunch time is quickly approaching for a group of elected officials, citizens and experts attempting to reach a consensus on the best option for a high speed rail project slated for construction in the next 15 to 25 years. Ashland Town Council met last Wednesday evening at Randolph Macon College to consider the latest option being considered for a controversial high speed rail project from Washington, D.C., to Richmond. Representatives from

Ashland serving on a Community Advisory Committee (CAC) formed by the Department of Rail

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Ashland Mayor Jim Foley fielded questions and listened to questions from Ashland residents who are pondering the best alternative for a high speed rail project.

and Public Transportation (DRPT) called the meeting to gather public input on an alternative to current through town rail options, some that include installing a third rail that would disrupt the town’s downtown area. Ashland Mayor Jim Foley, who is a CAC member, has repeatedly stated that a third rail above ground option is not acceptable. At last month’s meeting of the CAC, DRPT officials unveiled a third underground option called a three-track trench that appeared to have some positive aspects. Ashland business owners see TRENCH, pg. 4

By Logan Barry for The Hanover Local

SHLAND — A historic rezoning case in the Town of Ashland, which involved a property owner’s proposal to develop 52.5 acres of his land that borders Ashland’s rural “western gateway” on the municipality’s edge with Hanover County, was approved Sept. 5 by Ashland Town Council after the final public hearing on the matter was conducted. Council’s approval of Jones’ request for a development cleared the pathway for him to bring into action the construction of, at most, a 148-house neighborhood recently entitled “LauraDell.” Yancey Jones filed the application with the town to rezone the large parcel, which is a big plot of undeveloped land mainly consisting of open field, from a “planned unit development” (PUD) that authorizes 5.12 units per

acre “with a plan of development” to a PUD authorizing 2.82 units per acre – also attached with a development plan. During last week’s council meeting, members heard from several different parties involved in the rezoning case during the public hearing. They included: Nora Amos, town director of planning and community development; LeClairRyan, counselor representing the applicant; attorney William Shewmake; Ashland citizens and effected residents, including former Planning Commissioner Bob Brown and the applicant. Amos opened the discussion on REZ161220 (LauraDell), representing town staff, which recommended approval of the rezoning request to council. She said staff suggested approval to council due to the elements provided in the PUD standards meeting a sufficient amount of Ashland’s see COUNCIL pg. 16

Federal funds help build expanded aircraft parking By Logan Barry for The Hanover Local ASHLAND — Hanover County’s Municipal Airport recently became a sponsor of a federal grant program, with funds being provided by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), amounting to $2.8 million to construct an apron that will expand aircraft parking on the east side. “It’s been on the books and just waiting for funding – and the right opportunities that finally came about,” said Hank Rempe, airport manager at Hanover County Municipal Airport. An application had been submitted by Hanover County to the FAA applying for the grant, which is

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A $2.8 million federal grant is allowing the Hanover County Municipal Airport to build an apron that will expand aircraft parking on the east side of the Ashland area facility.

awarded to certain airports across the nation that qualify for funding as part of the federal agency’s Airport Improvement Plan (AIP).

The federal government’s AIP issues grants to public agencies as well as to private agencies — in some cases, for planning and development of pub-

lic-use airports that are included in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS). According to its website’s information page about the AIP, the grant covers a range of 90 to 95% of eligible costs based on statutory requirements for small, primary, reliever and general aviation airports. Eligibility to become an AIP recipient, in which the program refers to as “sponsors,” they also must be a public-use airport – a category that the Hanover County Airport falls under. Additionally, a qualifiable airport must be included in the NPIAS. see AIRPORT, pg. 6

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Harvest Days to be held at Rural Plains

300 years of history come alive in Hanover County

ICHMOND.— Three hundred years of Virginia’s storied past will come alive at Rural Plains on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 16-17, during Richmond National Battlefield Park’s first-ever Harvest Days. Offered in partnership with the Rural Plains Foundation, the weekend celebration will feature Revolutionary War and Civil War camps, kids’ games and crafts, artisans, historic weapons demonstrations, and much more. The event is free and open to the public. “Few places embody our history the way Rural Plains does,” said Richmond National Battlefield Park Superintendent David Ruth. “Harvest Days promises to be a wonderful and experiential event with something for everyone.” With roots back to the 1720s, the Rural Plains property witnessed the birth of America, experienced first-hand the ravages of the Civil War, and transitioned from a working farm into a 124-acre National Park site. Throughout Harvest Days, that rich history will be reflected in a variety of living history demonstrations and activities. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, living history volunteers will be on hand in Revolutionary War and Civil War era troop camps and will offer historic weapons demonstrations. Highlighting the site’s history as a working farm, artisans will offer weaving, spinning, and quilting demonstrations, illustrate how perfume was made in the 18th century, and give visitors an opportunity to try their hand at rope-making. Historic figures will come to life as

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The Richmond National Battlefield will present its first-ever Harvest Days Saturday and Sunday at Rural Plains on Studley Road in Mechanicsville. Three hundred years of Virginia’s storied past will come to life.

re-enactors portraying Patrick Henry and an enslaved plantation worker share their experiences and thoughts about America in the 1700s and 1800s. A number of hands-on activities for kids will be available, including games that were popular in the 18th and 19th centuries, such as hoop and stick, graces, spinning tops, and more. Featured crafts include designing and creating signal flags like those used at the site during the 1864 Battle of Totopotomoy Creek, and kids can do a special National Park Service Junior Ranger activity to earn a patch. They also can get a taste of what life was like for their 19th-century counterparts by participating in an 1830s classroom and doing laundry the old fashioned way – by hand.

The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days; a full schedule of activities can be found online at www.nps.gov/rich. Free parking is available at Rural Point Elementary School, located at 7161 Studley Rd. in Mechanicsville, with free shuttle bus service running continuously to Rural Plains throughout the event. Accessible parking is available on-site at 7273 Studley Rd. in Mechanicsville. Bottled water and light snacks will be available for purchase at Rural Plains. For more information, contact the Richmond National Battlefield Park at 804-226-1981 or visit www.nps.gov/rich or www.Facebook.com/RichmondNPS. Information submitted by Andrea DeKoter.

Fall fun at Hanover’s therapeutic recreation programs ASHLAND -- Hanover County Parks and Recreation offers exciting therapeutic recreation (TR) programs for individuals with developmental, mental, and physical disabilities. The Fall TR lineup includes horseback riding, special events and exciting clubs in which to participate. Time to get Spooky. The coming of autumn means the Halloween Bash is approaching. Participants come dressed in

costume and participate in dancing, games, a fashion show, costume awards, and are treated to DJ music and light refreshments. The event will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26, at the Church of the Redeemer in Mechanicsville. The Community Connection Club is a club co-sponsored by Hanover Arc. The club meets during the day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sept. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 9 and Dec. 14 at Duncan Memorial at Randolph

Macon College. Fun activities include guest speakers, crafts, games and music during this social get together. To register and for more information, www.hanoverparkrec.com, or questions, contact Hanover County Parks & Recreation at 804-365-7150, parksandrec@hanovercounty.gov. Information submitted by Niko Reikalas, recreation coordinator, Hanover County Parks & Rec.

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Driver did not report an accident with damages, $500, in the 13000 block of Elmont Road/Yowell Road.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $500, in the 10000 block of Lewistown Road.

Aug. 30

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 7200 block of Elm Tree Trace.

Exploiting a mental person for money, $200, was reported in the 15400 block of Pine View Lane.

Petit larceny building was reported in the 7100 block of New Hunter Road.

Removing-altering ID/decal from a vehicle was reported in the 3700 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Failure to perform construction after advance was reported in the 10200 block of Shawns Grove Place.

Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 8300 block of Burnside Drive. Robbery of a business was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike. Petit larceny, $200 not from a person, was reported in the 8400 block of Lee-Davis Road. Operating a motor vehicle, habitual offender, second, subsequent offense, was reported in the 3700 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike. Accusing a person of an offense, intimidation for money, was reported in the 9400 block of Charter Creek Drive. Petit larceny, $200 not from a person, was reported in the 16400 block of Foxwood Lane. Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 8000 block of Cut Lane.

Simple assault was reported in the 6800 block of Cold Harbor Road.

Resisting arrest was reported in the 8300 block of Hanover Grove Boulevard/Hanover Grove Land.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $500, in the 10300 block of Chamberlayne Road.

Damage to vehicle, boat or aircraft was reported in the 6100 block of Pond Green Road.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 10400 block of Colonial Estates.

Trespassing after being forbidden to do so was reported in the 6000 block of Pond Grass Road.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 10300 block of Brickerton Drive.

Concealment, price altering, $200, third offense, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road.

Petit larceny, $200 not from a person, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road.

Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 6300 block of War Horse Lane.

Concealment, price altering merchandise, $200, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road.

Breaking and entering at night with the intent to commit felony was reported in the 6400 block of Cohart Lane.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 4500 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Possession of Schedule and II controlled substances was reported in the 100 block of Interstate 95 North/Hanover-Caroline County.

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Breaking and entering with intent to commit felony was reported in the 6500 block of Nellis Trace.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 13000 block of Greenwood Road.

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Driver did not report an accident with damags, $1,000, in the 7300 block of Bell Creek Road.

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Grand larceny, $200 or more not from a person, was reported in the 9200 block of Chamberlayne Road.

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substances was reported in the 200 block of Junction Drive.

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Firearms, regardless of value, not from a person, were reported in the 11000 block of Tudor Rose Court.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 10000 block of Chamberlayne Road.

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Entering or setting in motion a vehicle was reported in the 7100 block of Hunter Circle.

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Concealment, price altering merchandise, $200, second offense, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road.

OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals PATRICIA BARNHILL Patricia Mason Barnhill, 90, of Ashland, died on her 90th birthday, September 2, 2017. She was born in Long Branch, New Jersey. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas E. and Gladys I. Mason; husband, James H. Barnhill; and infant daughter, Gretchen Mason Finehout. She is survived by three daughters, Deborah Finehout Ham and husband, Larry, of Ashland, Pamela Finehout Oksman and husband, Timothy, of Virginia Beach and Andrea Finehout Karnas of Albuquerque, New Mexico; nine grandchildren, Will, Whitney (Ben Morgan), Robert Ham (Jenna), Carly and Delaney Oksman, Mason (Ana), Peter, Harley and Skylar Karnas; and five great-grandchildren. She was a champion swimmer for years with the Scarlet Jets of New Jersey Swim Team. Pat qualified for the Olympic trials in the 1940s. She graduated from Green Mountain College and was active in the Junior League of Plainfield and the Women’s Auxiliary of Muhlenberg Hospital. Memorial service was held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, September 10, 2017, at Hanover Manor at 809 Thompson Street in Ashland. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the ASPCA.

CHARLES BOHANNON III Charles Edward “CJ” Bohannon III, 22, of Louisa, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 27, 2017. Charles was born on April 16, 1995, in Richmond, to Christine “Cassie” Bohannon (Purgason) and Charles Edward Bohannon II. Charles is survived by his mother, Cassie Bohannon of Louisa; father, Charles Bohannon; brother, Harrison Bohannon; sisters, Amber Bohannon and Amber Davis; loving partner, Alexis Hammonds of Baltimore; aunts and uncles, Herb Purgason (Jo Anne) of Rockville, George Purgason of Louisa, Patti Harris (Danny Raye) of Louisa, Danny Purgason (Jody) of Louisa, Rosie Purgason Dunn of Louisa and J.T. Purgason (Christy) of New Kent; and cousins, Brea, Brent, Catherine, Jewel, Phillip, Sarah, Grace, Nancy, Daniel, Jacob, James, Rosemary, Eamon, Killian, Abigail, Isabelle, Forrest, Fiona, Clayton, Tiffany and Ryann; as well as many

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and residents gathered at Birdsong Hall to hear available details on the latest proposal, only one of many alternative routes that must be considered and prioritized by the community committee.

friends. Services to remember Charles were held at 1 a.m. on Saturday, September 2, 2017, at South Anna Baptist Church.

Road. Interment followed at the Kinney Family Cemetery in Montpelier.

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Thomas “Tom” Harold Putnam III, 65, of Ashland, passed away on September 6, 2017. He was a prolific golfer, fisherman, fan of the Baltimore Orioles, and enjoyed coaching adult softball and his children’s little league teams. Tom was active in church service through his entire life, teaching Sunday School, serving as youth leader, deacon and elder in his churches. Tom is survived by his wife, Carolyn Putnam; daughter, Wendy Putnam (Tim Petronello); son, Scott Putnam (Sarah); stepchildren, Lauren Bruce (Jesse Stretch), Tyler Bruce (Jessica) and Amy Sadler (Jon); grandchildren, Bryce, Hadley, Corbin, Amelia, Jonas and Abel; brother, Lewis Putnam; and many loving close friends and family. A Celebration of Life was held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 9, 2017, at Slash Christian Church at 11353 Mt Hermon Road in Ashland. Nelsen Funeral Home & Crematory - Reid Chapel at 412 South Washington Highway in Ashland was in charge of arrangements.

Ethel Bell Kinney Price, 81, of Montpelier, passed away September 4, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents, Beatrice and William Nelson Kinney; her husband, Tazewell Price Jr. (World War II veteran); brothers, Rufus and Robert Kinney; sisters, Berthenia Kinney Ellis and Nellie Kinney. She is survived by her children, Patricia Price-White of Afton (Roy), Dr. PRICE Larry Price of Orlando, Florida, Thomas Price and Dickie Price; a devoted friend, Scott Selby; sisters, Edith Jones (William) of Montpelier and Fannie Smithers (Samuel) of Montpelier; brothers, William Kinney (Nancy) of Montpelier and John Kinney (Sandy) of Spotsylvania; host of nieces, nephews and cousins; special devoted friends and caregivers, Louise Robinson and Robin McNeal. A Celebration of Life was held at 1 p.m. Saturday, September 9, 2017, at Bliley’s-Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill

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Holly Elizabeth Phillips Smith, 36, of Ashland, passed away on Friday, September 1, 2017. She was a graduate of Courtland High School and was employed by VCU School of Dentistry as an Insurance Coordinator. Left to cherish Holly’s memory are her husband, John Walter Smith; son, Ethan Michael Smith; parents, Richard and Judy Phillips of Fredricksburg; siblings, Jeremy SMITH Phillips and Jonathan Phillips (Elise); paternal grandmother, Virginia Phillips of Fred; maternal grandparents, John and Marilyn Hogancamp of Florida, and John and June Lauch of Florida; as well as aunts, uncles and nieces. Holly’s family received friends at 1 p.m. on Thursday, September 7, 2017, at Nelsen Funeral Home, Reid Chapel, at 412 South Washington Highway in Ashland. Memorial contributions

Sylvia P. Wood, 76, of Franklin County, most recently of Ashland, passed away on August 30, 2017. She was the daughter of the late Phillip and Mae Powell. Sylvia is survived by her husband of 54 years, Robert “Bob” Wood; daughter, Cindy Wood-Parker; grandson, Jake Parker; brother-in-law, Richard Wood (Jelaine); and a large extended family and her friends. A memorial service was held at WOOD 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 2, 2017, at Flora Funeral Service & Cremation Center at 665 South Main Street in Rocky Mount. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Henrico Police Foundation, P.O. Box 3165, Glen Allen, VA 23058 or at henricopolicefoundation.org. Nelsen Funeral Home & Crematory - Reid Chapel, at 412 South Washington Highway in Ashland was in charge of local arrangemens.

William Edwin “Billy” Mathews, 91, of Montpelier, passed away on Monday, September 4, 2017. Mr. Mathews served in the Navy during World War II and was an active member of the Montpelier Ruritan Club for many years. Survivors include his wife, Alice; sons, Mark (Lisa) and Todd (Shirley); grandchildren, JT, Jacob, Andy, Cheyenne and Savannah; greatgrandchildren, Hayden, Aurora and Krista Ann; siblings, Willie (Rita), Melvin (Phylis) and Mary Moore; and many other friends and relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Alice Mathews; and siblings, Gertrude, Charlotte and Toby. A graveside service was held at 11 a.m. on Friday, September 8, 2017, at Signal Hill Memorial Park in Hanover. Online guestbook is available at www.lacyfh.com. Lacy Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

DRPT consulting engineer manager Wayne Hyatt told the group the trench option was the result of public input received in previous meetings allowing them to target negative aspects of some alternatives. The third rail option would require the removal of some right-

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of-way from Railroad Avenue, eliminating some businesses and impacting all of them. Josh Farrar, town manager and also a member of the CAC, explained the need for public input to assist committee members in making decisions. The CAC is tasked with select-

may be made to the Danny Did Foundation for epilepsy awareness. Condolences may be conveyed online at www.nelsencares.com.

MARILYN TALLEY Marilyn “Dee” Talley, 80, of Montpelier, passed away on Tuesday, August 29, 2017. She was born in South Dakota on June 24, 1937, to the late Floyd and Alma Rose Taylor. Dee spent four decades as a cosmetologist before retiring. She was a talented cook and loved to host her family and friends. Dee was predeceased by her husband, Harold Elwood Talley; and her brothers, Don, Harold and Edward. She is survived by her daughter, Gay, and husband, Benny; her son, Alec, and wife, Stacy; her siblings, Connie and Fred; her grandchildren, Brandee, Bryce and wife, Stefanie, Sarah and Chelsea; her great-grandchildren, Talley and Nikos; and a dear friend, Jackie Williams. A celebration of her life was held from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 9, 2017, at her home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, stjude.org or locally to the Hanover Safe Place, hanoversafeplace.com.

ing the “least objectionable option” from each category of alternatives that include: through town above ground options, three below ground plans and eastern and western bypass routes. The group also hopes to reach a consensus on one option, a recommendation that will go forward to

the Commonwealth Transportation Board (CRB) as it prepares a final Environmental Impact Study for the Federal Railway Administration (FRA). Foley said it is important for the CAC to speak with one voice see TRENCH, pg. 5

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in that recommendation and he fears anything less could result in a least acceptable selection such as a third rail above ground project through downtown Ashland. But the trench proposal also has a number of drawbacks. Construction time could take up to three years, a period when businesses and residents would be substantially impacted with 28 of them being virtually landlocked by the construction. And there’s another element of the trench option that does not appeal to some residents. The signature tracks would disappear under the plan, buried partially by landscaped overlaid areas that connect downtown businesses, and a fence on both sides of the open portions of the below ground tracks that could obstruct views would be required. In other words, trains rumbling down the center of town would become a thing of the past with the partially covered trench. “If this is done, there is an ongoing impact after the construction that will not be the same,” Vice Mayor Steve Trivett said. “I want people to consider the fact that Ashland will not be the same without the train.” The latest option also would eliminate the current Ashland train station but also would remove current railroad crossings and improve safety for R-MC students. Residents had a number of other questions regarding the trench option, including concerns over foundation damage from trains passing under the town at 90 miles per hour, or the potential explosive hazards of exhaust fumes emitted in a below ground ditch. But, many of the concerns centered around the impacts on the town’s business community and its downtown area. Susan Tucker questioned

the ability of emergency vehicles to access the area during construction and wondered aloud if homeowner insurance rates could rise. Hyatt said state code requires that emergency access be maintained during construction and school buses would access the homes via side streets. He made it clear that his appearance was informational only. “This is not about me trying to sell you on the trench. This is about me trying to give you enough information for you to make an informed decision for an alternative that may be 15 or 20 years down the road,” Hyatt said. “In 15 or 25 years, they might look at this again … and decide there’s new technology and a different way of doing it.” Council member Karen Abbott said statistics gauging the effects of major construction projects like the proposed trench on existing business areas are not encouraging. “I say this not because I do not think the spirit of Ashland is strong enough to overcome this construction project, what I’m suggesting is that the Ashland that comes out on the other end is not going to be our Ashland,” Abbott said. “To me, is it OK for us as a community to accept that or do we fight to keep Ashland as we all know it?” Other attendees questioned the effect of the impending project on their property values. “Yes, there will be an impact on property values,” Farrar said. But DRPT and RVA2DC project manager Emily Stock said property values could actually rise after the construction is completed. That seems remote to many affected residents, but Farrar said he would encourage town officials to begin a reserve fund to assist those

affected businesses as early as next year. He also said the town will do whatever is possible to mitigate concerns and address issues that invariably arise during construction projects. “We are not the project managers on this but we are going to be there in a property management type role,” he said. Even with the additional information, Foley didn’t show his hand on how he planned to vote when the CAC convenes early next week, but hinted another committee meeting might be necessary. But he stressed the importance of the CAC speaking with one unified voice with a clear choice of alternatives. ”I’ve been told that if the CAC is united, it’s very likely the CTB will follow that and choose that option … and it’s also likely the FRA will support that,” Foley said. “If we don’t come to an agreement … the third rail is still alive.”

Stock confirmed that. “Technically, all options are still on the table,” she said. “No decisions have been made and no options are off the table.” Farrar and Foley urged residents to contact their town council members and provide input on the upcoming decision. “We’ve been asked to make a recommendation as part of a process,” Farrar said. Jim Ridolphi for The Local “We can go back and say no … and say we’re not going Ashland Town Manager Josh Farrar addressed the crowd as the to participate. In my mind, debate continues on a high speed rail through the town. that leaves to someone else to make the decision. I think the Tidewater are likely to get project is unclear. appropriate thing is for us to first priority when it comes The CTB will make a final make our own hard decision to funding, so a start date for recommendation to the FRA than leave that decision to the Ashland portion of the by late this year. someone else.” Funding for the project has not been identified, and officials speculate that improvements on the 123PLUMBING, HEATING & COOLING mile sector will be done in sections, and prioritized regarding need and traffic. Portions of the project that impact Northern Virginia and

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School Information Night, featuring free pizza and dessert, will be held at 6 p.m. in the cafeteria at Elmont Elementary School. There will be a brief PTA meeting, as well as the opportunity to learn more about the PTA and purchase Spirit Wear. Families are welcome.

Concord Baptist Church at 15625 Concord Rd. in Ruther Glen will host a “Come Back Weekend with Tim Menzies,” Christian music artist. A concert and ice cream social will begin at 7 p.m. Saturday and morning worship services followed by a cookout and cornhole start at 11 a.m. Sunday.

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Published biennially, the NPIAS identifies airports that are classified as “public-use,” are important to public transportation, and sites that contribute to the needs of civil aviation, national defense as well as the U.S. Postal Service. Some of the types of projects that are eligible for these airports to receive funding for include the enhancement of: airport safety, capacity, security, and procurement and environmental requirements. “What qualifies [Hanover County’s Airport] basically is that it was authorized in 2002,” Rempe

said. The development for east side parking was approved for authorization by the Hanover County Board of Supervisors in 2002. Since its authorization roughly 15 years ago, Rempe said “there’s been a lot of changes going on in the aviation industry … plus we had the big recession back in 2008.” “Now, prior to this development that we have currently, and the construction, we had to do an environmental assessment – that environmental assessment took a period of about five years or so, but wasn’t approved until 2008,” Rempe said.

Due to the explosion of an $8 trillion housing bubble in December 2007, creating what is now known as the Great Recession that lasted until June 2009, the loss of wealth that resulted from it led to steep declines in spending. “Once the environmental assessment was approved in 2008 [by the HCBOS], we were into the recession – there really wasn’t any justification for the need at that point in time because the business was actually dropping,” he continued. “The airplanes weren’t flying as much as they used to, there was this period of time when it was unpopular for corporate chief

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as wrong? I don’t have any memory of ever insulting or antagonizing someone based on their race, religion, sexual preference — you get the idea. Having been raised in a Christian home (and I’ll readily admit I didn’t always adhere to the lessons my parents instilled in my sister and me), I did respect others — even when I didn’t agree. Some recent events in our country have played out like an elementary school playground scene. I completely support the right to peacefully pro-

test, but the name-calling, egg-throwing, brawling behavior can’t be explained or accepted. Opinions differ and we all know the old saying about opinions — yes, everybody has one. But that doesn’t require an ugly response. Civil discourse must return to our society. It seems people are running amok with little, if any, thought for others. Social media has opened a floodgate for those who hide behind that forum to ridicule, humiliate and even push them to suicide. I continue to maintain that most of those who try to appear as though they’re so tough couldn’t interact in a face-to-face conversation, much less a confrontation. They choose to hide behind the curtain of the internet. So many times, the words of Rodney King ring

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through my ears: “Why can’t we all just get along?” As managing editor of the six publications in Richmond Suburban News, I will fiercely defend free speech. And there have been countless times when I didn’t agree — especially in our letters to the editor forum. Still, I won’t verbally assault someone because we disagree. But, getting back to the politically correct theme. It’s simple to me: respect for all. How is being offensive for senseless reasons even comprehensible? I just don’t understand. Have I had heated arguments? Sure, but they have been issue-driven, not anything personal. Let’s stop the attacks and return to a civil society. This beat ’em up attitude only takes the soul out of what is good and right in America

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executive officers (CEOs) to fly their own aircraft and that sort of thing. The face of business aviation has changed a little bit; it’s coming out of that recession now and we’re starting to see more corporate traffic.” Rempe said the county’s municipal airport is starting to see a decrease in smaller, general aviation aircraft, but more of the corporate aircraft. Since the corporate aircrafts tend to be larger than ones being used for general aviation purposes, it required the need to start searching for spaces to park the big planes. “The total number of aircraft coming in and out is probably the same. It’s just that the fleet mix has changed a little bit,” Rempe added. He said the development is being carried out in three phases, and the first phase was granted last year. That phase included taxi cab connections to the runway, some additional ramp apron and a new access road to Sliding Hill Road from the east side as well as a nineor 10-car parking lot. “The second phase is the one that just recently got awarded; that was just under $2.8 million that is to expand the phase one ramp apron space a little bit to the north and a little bit to the south,” he said. Rempe predicted that phase three probably won’t begin for several years. “It’s all depending on, you know – the need, and traffic for whatever is going to be established on the east side.” He said it would include more treeclearing and more future hangar space. “But, like I said, it’s all depending on what the demand might be. So, we’re looking to have phase one completed here sometime before the end of October.” The second phase will begin immediately after the completion of phase one sometime in the next year and also is expected to be completed in the same year. Mike Flagg, Hanover County director of public works, provided a short overview of the construction process. “An apron is basically a big flat asphalt area where planes can park. That [construction] will occur through this fall and up into the spring, and we’ll be finished up with [the second phase] after that. Then after some time, we plan to build some hangars, but those have not been scheduled yet,” Flagg said.

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Patriots build momentum, crush Jaguars By Andrew Spencer for the Hanover Local ASHLAND – First-year Patrick Henry head coach Keith Braxton made his debut in front of the home crowd on Friday night. The Patriot faithful were well rewarded as Patrick Henry overcame a sluggish start to dominate the Glen Allen Jaguars 41-15. “My biggest concern coming into this game was the short week,” Braxton said. “We played on Monday night, so we took it easy on the team on Tuesday. Then it rained on Wednesday, so we were in the gym, so we only had Thursday to really practice. That was part of the slow start, I think, because we never really got in a rhythm all week.” That lack of rhythm was reflected in the Pats’ first-half performance, which was best described as hit-or-miss. After taking the opening kickoff and driving 80 yards for a score, the Patriots’ defense surrendered a tying touchdown. On their ensuing offensive possession, the Patriots looked like they were going to repeat their success of the first drive, only to see it end in a turnover in the Glen Allen end zone when offensive standout Terrance Oxendine coughed up the ball as he was headed in for what looked like another touchdown.

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Patrick Henry running back Ben Russell (17) follows his blockers as he makes headway for a Patriot first down Friday night.

“Terrance had a great game and he only had one mistake all night,” Braxton said of his senior tailback. “But it was one that cost us some points.” Oxendine went on to finish the night with 110 yards on the ground and 98 yards receiving. The real fireworks, however, came out in the second half, as the Patriots put up 19 unan-

swered points. The turn of the tide began with the opening kickoff of the second half. Glen Allen’s Anthony Garner took the kick and started up the field, but fumbled the ball at the Jaguar 30. Patrick Henry junior Brandon Sullivan was there to scoop up the loose ball and sprint to the end zone to give the Patriots an

easy six points. It was the only score of the third quarter for either team, but it was clearly a momentum shifter for Patrick Henry, which used its punishing ground game to keep the Jaguars’ offense off the field. “We want to run the ball as much as we can possibly run it and throw the ball when we want to,” Coach Braxton said of

his offensive game plan. “Our goal on offense is to stay out of situations where we have to throw it.” The moment that, for many in attendance, was the crowning moment of the game came late in the fourth quarter during what was an otherwise routine extra point attempt. The Patriots were comfortably in the lead,

and the kick didn’t mean much in terms of the final score. But it meant a lot to sophomore kicker Rian Pecci-Young, the Patriots’ only female player who recorded her first point at home as the Patrick Henry kicker. “It was just completely insane,” Pecci-Young said of watching the ball sail through the uprights and hearing the crowd cheer her. Much of Braxton’s offense is based on confusing opposing defenses. With his quarterback in a shotgun set along with multiple tailbacks, the Patriots’ offense features direct snaps to any one of several players in the backfield. The goal is to freeze defenders for a few seconds as they try to figure out who has the ball at the start of the play. “Confusion is the name of the game with this offense,” Braxton said. “We want to keep people guessing.” Braxton praised his team’s composure as they battled through the slow start. “I thought they did a good job tonight playing through some adversity,” he said. “The tide looked like it was turning against us there for a little while, but then we were able to turn it back. I’ve got to tip my hat to Glen Allen. They fought tonight.” It’s only the second game see PATRIOTS, pg. 8

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Late caution allows Larson to slip by Truex By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor HENRICO – With two laps to go, it looked to be Martin Truex Jr.’s night in the Federated Auto Parts 400 at Richmond Raceway Saturday night. Truex, who had already clinched the Monster Energy Cup regular season title, was sailing away to what looked like a sure victory. But then race officials threw a mystifying caution. Kyle Larson, who had been trailing Truex before the flag, got past Truex after the restart. Before Truex could catch up, Denny Hamlin got into him in turn one, knocking him into the wall, and Larson claimed the checkered flag. The caution and subsequent accident robbed Truex of a post-race burnout – he was guaranteed of one no matter who won the race because of his regular-season title, but his burnout time was spent instead in the Infield Care Center. “Tonight sucks, plain and simple, just the way it ended up,” Truex said. “You’re out there dominating like this. You know car is not very good on restarts for a couple laps. Caution for a

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of the season under their new coach, but the Patriots are sitting at 2-0 and Braxton believes they haven’t yet hit their peak. “This team can be better than what we showed tonight. And we’re going to get better,” he said. “We’ve got a few things to clean up on both sides of the ball, but we showed tonight that we’re resilient. I’m really proud of the way they fought back tonight and came out and

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Kyle Larson signals victory with plenty of smoke after claiming the checkered flag in the Federated Auto Parts 400 Saturday.

guy that shouldn’t be out there is ridiculous. I don’t know. I don’t really know what to say about all that.” The “guy that shouldn’t be out there” was Derrike Cope, who came out along the outer wall of turn 4 going much slower than the rest of the field. “I don’t know if he apparent-

ly scraped the wall a few times and, I don’t know, couldn’t stay in the racetrack as slow as he was going. It’s unfortunate they threw a caution for that. … I don’t know if it should have been thrown or not.” The caution gave Larson the final break he needed. He had led the race twice before, and

dominated.” Andrew Spencer can be reached at sports@mechlocal. com.

PH — Sullivan 9 run (2-pt conversion failed) PH — Williams 3 run (Pecci-Young kick)

Glen Allen 8 7 0 0 — 15 Patrick Henry 8 14 6 13 — 41 PH — Oxendine 1 run (Oxendine run 2-pt conversion) GA — Flowers 10 run (Flowers run 2-pt conversion) PH — Oxendine 98 catch from Sikkar (2-pt conversion failed) GA — Pines 44 catch from Riddick (Shepherd kick) PH — Oxendine 21 run (Alber run 2-pt conversion) PH — Sullivan 30 fumble recovery (kick missed)

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RUSHING GA: Flowers 28 carries 112 yards, Riddick 6-58, Zuniga 1-0. PH: Oxendine 14-110 yards, Sikkar 9-70, Coles 3-7, Williams 14-80-1, Alber 1-2, Sullivan 3-13, Newell 2-0. PASSING GA: Riddick 6 completions 14 attempts 91 yards 2 interceptions. PH: Sikkar 3-7-150-1. RECEIVING GA: Pines 1 catch 44 yards, Shepherd 3-30, Toomy 2-13, Fellin 1-4, Greenhow 1-44. PH: Oxendine 1-98, Jackson 2-32.

had been running at or near the front of the pack all night long. “Good night for us to win at a short track. Feels amazing,” Larson said. “To have our pit crew perform like they did tonight makes me feel very proud for them and our whole organization. I’m not a very good short track racer, so for

us to come here and challenge for the win and get the win, it feels great.” Truex likewise led three times, for 198 of the race’s 405 laps – the race went long because of the late cautions. He was more upset about the caution that forced the final restart than he was about the accident

that ended his race. “I know he didn’t do it on purpose,” Truex said. “That stuff happens.” Hamlin explained the accident. “We both drove in really, really deep,” Hamlin said. “When I got on the brakes, the splitter slammed down on the ground, shot me up the track into him. We weren’t racing for the win or anything, but it’s unfortunate – didn’t want to get into him. He’s a great teammate of ours.” The race marked the end of an era as Dale Earnhardt Jr., who needed a win to qualify for the Chase, finished 13th despite leading from lap 335 to lap 347. Earnhardt said he might have had a shot at a win if he had gotten a caution late – but leaving enough time to make some passes. “That was the only way we were going to win the race,” Earnhardt said. “I mean, we had speed. We could run up to fifth and sixth. We weren’t going to get around those five guys running in front of us, so we had to pull that strategy. If the caution comes out while we’re leading, see LARSON, pg. 9

PH golfers get low scores, Atlee wins match By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor GLEN ALLEN – Patrick Henry’s No. 1 and No. 2 golfers carded the day’s lowest scores, but Atlee’s No. 5 and No. 6 golfers brought home the victory in a dual golf match at The Crossings Thursday. Patrick Henry’s No. 2, Jessica Rathbone, shot a 37 to earn medalist honors on the day. The Patriots No. 2, Rory Ailor, came in second with a 38. The

Patriots looked like they held the edge scoring-wise when both teams’ No. 3 and No. 4 golfers came in. That changed when the Raiders’ No. 5, Colin LaCroix, came in with a team-low 40 and their No. 6, Collin Freeman came in one stroke behind to tie teammate Spencer Tyler. By the time the scores were tallied and the top four from each team selected, Atlee won the day 166-169. “Our top two players strug-

gled a little bit, but our 5 and 6 players actually brought it in,” said Atlee head coach Stan Thorne. “It was a really good match.” The two Raider golfers had different kinds of days. “LaCroix just had a stead round, never got in a lot of trouble – had a few bogeys,” Thorne said. “Freeman started out rough – bogey, double bogey, and I think another bogey or see GOLFERS, pg. 9

Keselowski outduels Busch in Virginia529 race By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor HENRICO – Brad Keselowski felt his car would be the best out there for a long run in the Virginia529 College Savings 250 at Richmond Raceway Friday night. After a long battle with Kyle Busch lasting nearly the entire race, Keselowski proved himself right. Keselowski overtook Busch in traffic on lap 235 and pulled away to take the checkered flag. Busch finished second followed by Ty Dillon, Daniel Hemric and Elliott Sadler. “From my view, that was just one of those race wins that was just extremely personally gratifying,” Keselowski said. “To race [Busch] and know that you are probably as good as someone on short runs and just trying to wear them down every lap, knowing that if you get a long you’ve got a shot at it – and we did. We got a long run, but still had to make the right moves.” Busch started in the pole position and used it to advantage, opening up a big lead over the field early in the race. But as his tires began to wear, Keselowski crept up and overtook Busch for the first time on lap 47. Keselowski’s first lead lasted only 12 laps before Busch regained the lead on lap 59, but he could only hold it for five laps. From lap 64 to 98, the lead changed from Ty Dillon to Brendan Gaughan and finally Daniel Hemric before Busch and Keselowski resumed their battle on lap 98. Busch dominated – he led 182 of the 250 laps – but Keselowski kept him in his sights, creeping up and waiting for a chance to get around Busch for the final stretch. That occurred when Busch and Keselowski got caught up in a

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then we got that track position we need.” But the retiring Earnhardt hopes to make the most of the remaining 10 races of the season, even if a championship is not in charge. “Tonight showed us that we can certainly run well if we work hard. So we’ll see if we can get a few more good runs, maybe a win – you never know,” he said. “We’ll keep plugging away and see if we can’t have some fun before the end of this season.” Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

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Brad Keselowski and his crew celebrate his win over Kyle Busch in the Virginia529 College Savings 250 Friday night.

group of slower cars they had lapped. Both drivers looked for openings. Both saw openings close up around them. When a gap finally opened enough, Keselowski was the one in position and he broke through first. Busch also got through, but he was now behind Keselowski and he slowly fell back. Busch said the traffic wasn’t the reason why Keselowski got ahead. “When we had clean track … he was still gaining on me a little bit. Our stuff was worn out by then,” Busch said. “Actually, I was a little surprised it took him

that long to get to me. I thought he was going to pass us a lot sooner. He must have just been waiting and biding his time a little bit more, and waiting for that traffic to get there. He had more tire and had everything he needed to get us at the end.” Keselowski celebrated the victory with an epic burnout that featured a long drift down the front stretch – just inches away from the wall – and a spin around, and equally close to, the bed of a safety truck containing NBC racing analyst Rutledge Wood and a videographer who were waiting for the chance to interview him.

“I think I was watching too many Ken Black videos,” Keselowski said of the inspiration behind the burnout. “There will probably be a rule that nobody can do that anymore after that one. … I knew I wasn’t going to hit him, but I really wanted Rutledge and his face and I saw it – and it was priceless.” While Sadler didn’t win, the top-five finish added 15 more points to his Xfinity series lead, which was already enough to clinch for him the Xfinity regular season title. The regular season concludes at ChicagoLand Speedway next Saturday. The

series playoffs begin at Kentucky Speedway on Sept. 23 and end in a series finale at HomesteadMiami Speedway on Nov. 18. “To get 15 points, that takes us not only through the first round, but through multiple rounds getting to Homestead means a lot to our team,” Sadler said. “It means we can go to Chicago and be aggressive and take some chances. We’re going to use it as a preseason game – to use the NFL analogy – to kind of warm us up for Kentucky.” Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

two – but then he settled down and came in … I believe, the last five holes, even par.” Ailor’s teammate may have gotten the best score, but he may have had the best shot of the day. On their sixth hole of the day – No. 16 – Ailor hooked his tee shot behind a tree to the left of the fairway. Still, he had just enough room to put the ball up on the green if he didn’t slam his club into the tree. In a swing that looked as much a duck as a shot, he drove it a solid 200-plus yards to the green. “It was a mess. And then one of the parents told me they needed magic on the shot,” Ailor said. “So I hit the full-swing 4iron about 220 over some trees and ended up getting up an downed my birdie.” Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Planning Commission has set Thursday, September 21, 2017, at 7:00 P.M., in the Board Room of the Hanover County Government Building at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the day, date, time, and place for a public hearing to consider the following cases, at which public comments will be accepted: REZONINGS C-2-05(c), AM. 2-17, KAREN S. STOYANOFF (IRON HILL SUBDIVISION) Request(s) an amendment to the proffers approved with rezoning request C-2-05(c), Barbara B. and F. Thomas Evans, on GPIN 7820-75-9709, zoned AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, and located on the south line of Iron Hill Drive (State Route 2098) approximately 1,700 feet east its intersection with Waltons Tavern Road (State Route 673) in the SOUTH ANNA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The proposed zoning amendment would amend the cash proffer. (PUBLIC HEARING) C-11-17(c), M.D.C. BRANDY HILL, L.L.C. (CAMBRIDGE PARTNERS, L.L.C.) Request(s) to rezone from B-2, Community Business District, and R-5, Multiple-Family Residential District, to RM(c), MultiFamily Residential District with conditions, on GPINs 8714-77-8147, 8714-87-5203, 8714-87-8416 and 8714-87-1762(part), consisting of approximately 20.37 acres, located at the terminus of both Brandy Run Drive (private road) and Brandy Hill Terrace (private road) in the MECHANICSVILLE MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Commercial and Multi-Family (8-15 Dwelling Units per acre). The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of 207 apartments for a gross density of 10.16 dwelling units per acre. (PUBLIC HEARING) C-15-17(c), GREGORY P. STONEMAN, Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to B-3(c), General Business District with conditions, on GPIN 7788-254912, consisting of approximately 1.0 acre, and located on the north line of Lewistown Road (State Route 802) approximately 950 feet east of its intersection with Washington Highway (U.S. Route 1) in the ASHLAND MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Business-Industrial. The proposed rezoning would permit the business office for online retail marketing for the sale of used vehicles. (PUBLIC HEARING) CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS CUP-6-17, GREGORY P. STONEMAN Request(s) a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Sections 26-130.4 and 26-130.10 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit sale of vehicles on GPIN 7788-25-4912, zoned A-1, Agricultural District (concurrent rezoning to B-3(c), General Business District with conditions, pending), consisting of approximately 1.0 acre, and located on the north line of Lewistown Road (State Route 802) approximately 950 feet east of its intersection with Washington Highway (U.S. Route 1) in the ASHLAND MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Business-Industrial. (PUBLIC HEARING) Copies of the above cases may be reviewed in the Planning Office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS The Hanover County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on September 27, 2017, at 7:00 p.m. in the Board meeting room at the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, on the following ordinance being proposed for adoption: ORDINANCE 17- 07 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE HANOVER COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 17, OFFENSES--MISCELLANEOUS, SECTION 17-19, OPEN STORAGE OF INOPERABLE MOTOR VEHICLES ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY, TO: 1. CONFORM THE PROVISIONS OF THIS SECTION TO THE CODE OF VIRGINIA WHICH PERMITS THE OWNER OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY TO KEEP, ON THE PROPERTY, ONE INOPERABLE MOTOR VEHICLE THAT THE OWNER IS ACTIVELY RESTORING OR REPAIRING THE VEHICLE AND ONE (1) ADDITIONAL INOPERABLE MOTOR VEHICLE BEING USED FOR THE RESTORATION OR REPAIR, PROVIDED BOTH VEHICLES ARE SHIELDED OR SCREENED FROM VIEW; 2. TO PROVIDE THATTHE REGULATIONS GOVERNING INOPERABLE MOTOR VEHICLES SHALL ALSO APPLY TO THE RM MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT; AND 3. TO PROVIDE THAT VIOLATIONS OF THIS SECTION SHALL BE ASSESSED A CIVIL PENALTY EXCEPT IN SITUATIONS WHERE (A) THE AMOUNT OF CIVIL PENALTIES IMPOSED EXCEEDS FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS FOR OFFENSES BASED UPON THE SAME SET OF OPERATIVE FACTS, OR (B) THREE CIVIL PENALTIES HAVE PREVIOUSLY BEEN IMPOSED ON THE SAME DEFENDANT FOR THE SAME OR SIMILAR VIOLATION, NOT ARISING FROM THE SAME SET OF OPERATIVE FACTS, WITHIN A 24-MONTH PERIOD, IN WHICH CASE THE VIOLATION MAY BE PROSECUTED AS A CRIMINAL MISDEMEANOR. A complete copy of the proposed ordinance and related information is available at the office of the County Administrator any regular working day between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. All persons wishing to comment on the proposal may appear at the stated time and place. _____________________________________________ Cecil R. Harris, Jr., County Administrator

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PUBLIC NOTICE The Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, September 27, 2017, at 7:00 p.m. in the Board meeting room at the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the time, date and place for a public hearing concerning disposal by quitclaim deed of the following interest in real estate: Certain portions of a permanent utility easement shown as “20’ Utility Easement D.B. 2204, PG. 63 Portion to be Quitclaimed” on a plat titled “Plat Showing Portions of a 20’ Utility Easement to be Quitclaimed on the Property of NLD Land LC (GPIN 7789-41-7169),” made by JenningStephenson, P.C., dated August 8, 2017. All persons desiring to be heard above may appear at the above time and place. A plat of the subject easement is available for inspection

Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, September 27, 2017, at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the time, date and place for a public hearing concerning quitclaim of easement interests affecting GPIN 8724-39-5325, located within Mechanicsville Magisterial District in Hanover County, Virginia. All persons desiring to be heard on the above may appear at the above time and place. A plat of the subject real estate is available for inspection in the County Administrator’s Office, County Administration Building, during the regular business hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. __________________________________ Cecil R. Harris, Jr., County Administrator

at the office of the County Administrator any regular working day between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. _____________________________________________ Cecil R. Harris, Jr., County Administrator

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comprehensive plan density bonuses, in addition to the proffers addressing off-site improvements in transportation that are recommended by their traffic impact analysis. Staff also noted a request for “a multi-use trail” to be constructed alongside the soon-to-be “LauraDell Road/West Vaughan Road extended” – citing how it is called for in the comprehensive plan and the town’s strategic plan that it be included to replace closed sidewalks along one side, or by providing on-road bike lanes. The latter was rooted out as being unsafe and not falling under Virginia Department of Transportation regulations. When Mayor James Foley turned the floor over to the applicant, Shewmake, a lawyer with the LeClairRyan firm, approached council as a representing agent on behalf of Jones. Shewmake was accompanied by the project designer, Keith Whipple, a principal and co-founder of Virginia-based landscape architecture firm, Waterstreet Studio; and founder of Stockbridge Cos., a development and project advisory group in Richmond. “We think we’ve gone about as far as we possibly can in terms of meeting what the town wants, and accomplishing both their visions,” Shewmake said. During the last public hearing regarding the case at the Sept. 5 regular meeting, Ashland residents who are

opposed to the rezoning and live near the then-proposed location of interest mainly have concerns with traffic and how it will affect safety. Additionally, many Ashlanders living near the development site said council is allowing their existing neighborhood to essentially be split in half to open enough space to build a new neighborhood. Brown then addressed council. “My simple question is: Do you want an Ashcake Road going through a nice neighborhood? Very simple. It just seems absurd to me to consider a road like that through a place like this.” Brown recently voted to recommend approval to town council when he was still serving on the Ashland Planning Commission; but certain aspects with plans for street designs were continued in a preliminary plat that was approved during the Sept. 6 regular meeting after the rezoning passed the vote. Council voted unanimously to approve the rezoning, and members were enthusiastic about its future. “When you look back at the date – this is 34 years of trying to decide of what to put on this property. I think we’ve got the best we’ve seen for applying the standards that we’re looking for in 34 years,” said Vice Mayor Steve Trivett. “I do appreciate the fact that I heard the word ‘compromise’ used between town staff and the applicant. When any jurisdiction can use the word ‘compromise’ without giving up standards that are important, it’s hard not to find a good solution,” he added.

Hanover Humane’s ‘Pool Paw-ty’ Sept. 16 Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com MECHANICSVILLE — Hanover Humane will host its Second Annual “Pool Paw-ty” on Saturday, Sept. 16, at the Ashcreek Recreation Center Pool in the Ashcreek Subdivision in Mechanicsville. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., with registration beginning at 11 a.m. The registration fee is $25 per dog and includes unlimited swim time. In addition to unlimited swim sessions for participants, there will be a number of contests held complete with prizes. Pool Paw-ty 2017 will offer refresh-

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“Pool Paw-ty” will be held Saturday at the Ashcreek Recreation Center Pool in the Ashcreek Subdivision.

ments, doggy nail trims, as well as microchip installation/registration for participants. Lifeguards will be on-site during the event. All registration materials are avail-

able at www.hanoverhumanesociety. org. Registration will be available the day of the event as well. For more information, email info@ hanoverhumanesociety.org. The event is being sponsored by Douglas Aquatics (Platinum Sponsor), Paws and Remember (Gold Sponsor), Woofy Wellness Ranch (Gold Sponsor), and RCI (Silver Sponsor). The Hanover Humane Society is a 501(c)3 nonprofit entity for IRS tax purposes. All proceeds for this event will be used to support Hanover Humane’s animal adoption, education, and prevention programs.

Sign up for a library card during national Library Card month HANOVER — Do you have a Pamunkey Regional Library Card? If not, now’s the time to get one! September is National Library Card Sign-up Month, and it’s a great time to visit your local library. The library is hub of activity in your part of Hanover. Your free library card gives you access to books and computers, eBooks and eAudiobooks, digital magazines, movies, and music, “Playaways” (portable audiobooks, video players, and pre-loaded tablets for kids), Nature Backpacks, assistance with resumes and job searches, WiFi internet access, accurate financial information, computer & genealogy classes,

CDs, and DVDs. Libraries have quiet rooms for study or homework, book discussion groups, performances and presentations, storytimes, and other programs for children and adults. Reference Librarians are available to answer your questions in person, by phone, email at ask@pamunkeylibrary. org, and even text/SMS at 804-9779979. If you need more in-depth assistance, try Reference on Demand, where librarians will assist you with computer skills, resume and job search help, and library skills/research. The Pamunkey Regional Library home page – www.pamunkeylibrary.

org – includes links to the library catalog, online databases, pathfinders, recommended web sites, and more resources, to allow further research and information. “There’s something for everyone, and membership is totally free,” said Tom Shepley, library director. “We hope that you’ll sign up for a library card this month.” For more information about the Pamunkey Regional Library and the benefits of having a library card, call 804-365-6211 or visit www.pamunkeylibrary.org. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County

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