Ashland-Hanover Local – 05/02/18

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County administrator addresses supervisors about FY19 initiatives

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SHLAND – Each year, the Ashland Strawberry Faire showcases an abundant amount of musical talent on the Blackwell Stage.

Kevin Damian, the Faire’s music coordinator, has been booking bands for the Faire since 2010.

“The stage schedule books up really quickly. We have bands from all over contacting us now to play for the Faire,” Damian says proudly.

This year, the Faire is excited to see one of Hanover County’s own join the impressive list of bands playing on stage. Alex Roberson, a 2011 Patrick Henry High School graduate, is playing with his band, Honest Debts.

“I am the only Patrick Henry alum, but three of the four are Richmond natives

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Photos submitted by Lorie Foley

Patrick Henry High School graduate Alex Roberson, above on the right, is joined by Blake Hurt, Matt Elgin and Sam Valentine as Honest Debts. They will be joined by, below, Hanover Idols winners Jason Call and Madison Cox.

Residents of the Town of Ashland are invited to come by Ashland Town Hall to review the design options for a new town hall. A meeting is scheduled to be held from 3 to 7 p.m. today at 101 Thompson St. in Ashland.

Citizens invited to offer input on town hall design options Staff Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND – As Ashland Town Council continues to move forward on the Ashland Town Hall project, the community’s input is requested during a meeting that will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. today (Wednesday, May 2) at town hall at 101 Thompson St. in Ashland.

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By Jim Ridolphi for The Hanover Local HANOVER — The Hanover County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a list of FY2019 initiatives that included a promise to examine and assess a compensation issue that is effecting numerous employees in various county departments.

The issue of salary compression is a growing problem that began when numerous incentives were eliminated after the economic downturn in 2008.

It’s a problem that equates to some employees with lower seniority and responsibility being compensated at a higher rate than more experienced and higher ranked employees.

When Col. David R. Hines, sheriff, addressed the board during a recent budget oversight session, he said some sergeants in his office make more

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Sean Davis, left, chairman of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors, and fellow supervisors Scott Wyatt and Wayne Hazzard listen intently during a presentation about Fiscal Year 2019 initiatives.

than some lieutenants due to a system that has compacted categories and eliminated step increases or seniority-driven compensation.

The problem also exists for school employees as well as a number of other affected employees in various county departments.

County Administrator Cecil R. “Rhu” Harris Jr. said the item recently was added to the board’s list of initiatives in response to concerns raised during the annual budget process.

“We heard during the budget process from a number of folks ... that we know we have salary compression and we think it’s only appropriate to add this to the boards’ initiatives. Salary compression impacts all employees throughout all departments in the county and schools,” Harris said.”

Chairman Sean Davis, Henry District, said the addition of the compression assessment to the list of initiatives is a good example of how the list is derived. Input from citizens, departments, administrators and fellow supervisors comprise a system that eventually becomes the initiative list.

Also included in the list of approved FY2019 initiatives is

the construction of the Atlee Library, a long-anticipated addition to the Rutland area of the county. The project is currently in the design stage and bids for the construction should be received by fall with occupancy expected in 2020.

With the renovation of the Circuit Court well on the path to completion, a project that will provide additional space for several county departments, the board now sets its sights on renovating the District Court Building. That project will provide even more space for crowded county departments and agencies.

That project should take 12 to 18 months for completion.

Another approved board initiative is the planning of a birthday bash for the county’s 300th anniversary. Harris said officials are seeking public input and board recommendations on how to celebrate this milestone in the county’s history. Cold Harbor supervisor Scott Wyatt and Beaverdam’s Aubrey M. “Bucky” Stanley have been tapped to head a committee to begin the planning.

The county also is implementing a new community development software system and hopes to go live with that significant upgrade within the coming 12 months.

The board also approved a recurring item on the initiatives list, a continuation of the school system’s five-year technology upgrade plan that improves capacity, enhances networks and provides laptops for teachers and eventually students.

Harris also noted a completed list of board initiatives from FY2018 that included renovation of the Circuit Court Building, revision of the Strategic Plan, an update of the Comprehensive Plan and the conclusion of an extensive Citizen Survey.

He also noted the initiation of the vendor payment reports that are accessible to the public so citizens can assess just where the county’s money is being spent.

After a unanimous adoption of the FY2019 Board Initiatives, Chickahominy supervisor Angela KellyWiecek said the list is a guideline, but does not include all items that still represent priorities for the board.

“Just because something doesn’t appear on this list doesn’t mean there aren’t other issues that we are working very hard on -- transportation challenges would be a good example of that, she said.

“I just want people to know we spend a great deal of time of effort on many issues. These just represent the specific objectives that we are working toward that we’ve been able to identify.”

During a public comment period earlier in the meeting, Honey Meadows resident Bob Nelson said a plan to use proffer funds to build an access road from Chickahominy Middle School’s parking lot does not qualify for use of proffered funds for Atlee Station Road. see HCBOS, pg. 11

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Failure to stop for school bus flashing lights was reported in the 9900 block of Kings Acres Road/Atlee Station, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 3400 block of Creighton Road, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 10400 block of Atlee Station Road, Ashland.

Computer invasion of privacy to examine information was reported in the 14600 block of Blunts Bridge Road, Doswell.

Simple assault was reported in the 9300 block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 14000 block of Little Bear Court, Montpelier.

Grand larceny, $200 or more not from a person, was reported in the 8200 block of Fourscore Drive, Mechanicsville.

Identity theft financial loss, $200, was reported in the 9400 block of Aynhoe Lane, Mechanicsville.

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Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8600 block of Sliding Hill Road, Ashland.

Failure to stop for school bus flashing lights was reported in the 11100 block of Washington Highway, Glen Allen.

Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 7200 block of Signall Hill Apartment Drive, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 9400 block of Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville.

Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 5400 block of Mansfield Lane, Hanover.

Grand larceny, $200 or more not from a person, was reported in the 9300 block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.

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

Identity fraud use of identifying information to defraud was reported in the 8400 block of Twin Cedar Lane, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 7100 block of Garden Park Lane, Mechanicsville.

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 7200 block of Battle Hill Drive, Mechanicsville.

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Henrico County, Mechanicsville.

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 8000 block of Elm Drive, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 10000 block of Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 7100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny, $200 or more not from a person, was reported in the 7200 block of Battle Hill Drive, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Henrico County, Mechanicsville.

Entering property with the intent to damage was reported in the 8100 block of Greenview Road, Mechanicsville.

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Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 16000 block of Theme Park Way, Doswell.

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 10200 block of Washington Highway/ Sliding Hill Road, Glen Allen.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 11500 block of Verdon Road, Doswell.

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 16500 block of Mountain Road, Montpelier.

April 21

Carrying a concealed weapon, first offense, was reported in the 7300 block of Hanover Green Drive, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny, $200 not from a person, was reported in the 7000 block of Pole Green Road, Mechanicsville.

April 20

Simple assault was reported in the 9400 block of Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville.

Obtaining money, etc., by false pretense, larceny, $200 conspiracy, was reported in the 8100 block of Hennepin Terrace.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 8300 block of East Patrick Henry Road, Ashland.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000 in the 17300 block of Pouncey Tract Road, Rockville.

Petit larceny, $200 not from a person, was reported in the 4300 block of Market Road, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny, $200 or more not from a person, was reported in the 16000 block of Theme Park Way, Doswell.

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Hawks ‘best’ performance nets win over PH

By Rob Witham For the Hanover Local ASHLAND – After a physical and sometimes contentious 12-10 win over Patrick Henry at home on March 29, Hanover’s girls lacrosse team knew the rematch in Ashland would be nothing less than a battle.

The Hawks responded with what their coach said was their best performance yet as Hanover built a first half lead, then steadily pulled away for a surprisingly comfortable 15-6 win Thursday night for their sixth victory of the season.

The Hawks earned the proclamation from head coach Matthew Ellinghaus by following through in the most basic of ways.

“It comes down to getting back to fundamentals,” Ellinghaus said. “There were a lot of sloppy mistakes in that first game and the past couple of games going into this one. We had close games that shouldn’t have been. It was all about the fundamentals, and we executed in this game, a total team effort.”

While the Hawks ran a clean offense and dominated draw control, Patrick Henry (5-4) struggled all evening to control the ball and move it around successfully. Turnovers were prevalent, long offensive possessions were few, even passing the ball successfully in transition became a stumbling block in

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Hanover attacker Kaley Albert (with ball) races to set up the offense early in the first half of the Hawks’ 15-6 victory over rival Patrick Henry Thursday night in Ashland. The win was Hanover’s sixth of the season.

the second half when the match was still in reach. After an early Patriot timeout, Emily Flinn’s second goal brought Patrick Henry within a goal at 3-2.

But Hanover scored five

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of the last seven goals of the first half for an 8-4 intermission lead, as Taylor Wayne and Brandilyn Williamson each scored twice for the Hawks.

Natalie Willett’s tally just over

three minutes into the second half upped the lead to five, then, after choosing to eat up clock, Willett scored with 7:51 left for a 10-5 lead, beginning a 7-1 run to end the contest.

“We went into this knowing we’d either pick up from where we left off and this would be a brutal fight, or it was going to be a completely different game, so we were preparing for both,”

Willett opined. “We came in confident, knowing we were capable of this.”

Hanover now gets another shot at undefeated Atlee Thursday night, trying to avenge a 16-7 loss to the Raiders three weeks ago. Atlee handled Lee-Davis on Thursday 17-1, scoring thirteen goals in the first half to win their tenth match of 2018. Kate Miller continued her impressive freshman season with four goals. Faith Anna added three, while Ashley Karn, Jessie Peffer and Reaghan Kolb each had two goals for the Raiders.

Atlee head coach Christian Dobson is mindful of the youth on the field, from Miller to goalkeeper Stella Harrison. The Raiders are hopeful the kids continue to grow up fast as they await the return of senior Kellyn McGlamery from injury in mid-April.

“As we get into the later part of our season, it’s more about refining some things, and improving on some of our weaknesses,” Dobson explained.

“We’ve got a lot of freshmen on the field that are very green.

We’re making sure they’re getting that game experience that they need before we get into the tournament and the pressure is on.”

Junior Ashley Varner scored the lone goal for the see BEST, pg. 5

Didlake’s hat trick paces Hawks past Patriots

By Jonathan Howard For the Mechanicsville Local MECHANICSVILLE – Friday night was senior night for Hanover’s girls soccer team.

Lauren Didlake made sure to make her last regular-season game on her home field a memorable one. The forward had a first-half hat trick and added two assists to lead Hanover (9-1-1) to a 9-0 victory over rival Patrick Henry (2-7-1).

Didlake assisted on the game’s first two goals before finding the net three times over a five-minute span.

“Putting the ball in the net three times on senior night was probably one of the most amazing feelings I’ve had in a long time on a soccer field, and it was just very exciting to share the moment with my team,” Didlake said.

The Hawks got on the scoreboard just under two minutes into the first half. Rachel Andrzejewski took possession following a throw-in and made a run down the right sideline.

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Confederates (3-6), who continue a three-game road swing Thursday night at Patrick Henry. Brynn Gibson had seven saves in goal for Lee-Davis.

Boys MECHANICSVILLE – Hanover, led by a trio of hat tricks by Peyton Grubbs, Draven Reed and Keegan Smither, walloped visiting Patrick Henry 17-7 in a crosscounty boys lacrosse contest Thursday night.

Grubbs finished with four goals – completing his hat trick within the first five minutes of

Maggie Sobel open in the middle of the box. Sobel headed the ball home to give Hanover the 2-0 lead.

With the 2-0 lead in hand, Didlake got to work scoring.

She started by taking a pass from fellow senior Mackenzie Hoang and firing it through the hands of Patrick Henry keeper Sarah Ailor. Three minutes later, Didlake recovered a deflection at the top of the goal box, and chipped it over the defense and keeper for her second score. She finished it out less than two minutes later by taking an assist from LePeter and sending a hard shot to the top of the net to give Hanover a 5-0 lead.

Zoe Nelson finished off the first-half scoring for the Hawks, taking a cross from LePeter, and finding the back of the net to give Hanover a 6-0 lead heading into the break. LePeter finDave Lawrence/The Local ished with two goals and two Hanover forward Lauren Didlake (10) outruns Patrick Henry defender Cameron Cox Friday. assists to add another solid perShe then centered the ball into The sophomore finished with The Hawks struck again mid- formance for Hanover, which the box to Didlake, who fired it a ground ball to the bottom way through the first half when executed its game plan nearly across the box to Sarah LePeter. right of the net to break the ice. a Didlake corner kick found perfectly.

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“He’s a senior on the team, so I expect him to be aggressive from the get-go and kind of set the tempo for us,” said Hanover head boys lacrosse coach Zack Carey. “It’s just ball movement and offense. Nothing more than that, really.”

Reed and Smither had three goals apiece for the Hawks.

By the time the first quarter was over, Hanover held a 7-1 lead. They extended it to 10-3 by intermission. The Patriots closed the distance with fourgoal third quarter to close to within 12-7 before the Hawks won the increasingly scrappy fourth quarter with five unanswered goals. “[Hanover] played a very

“Our styie of play is intended to be that way – crisp, fast, hard, push forward and attack from the defense,” Hanover head coach Manny Tavares said. “I couldn’t be prouder of these ladies tonight. They are on a good run.”

Hanover ended the game early, adding three more goals in the second half. LePeter started it off with a hard shot to the lower right corner of the net. Olivia Adams sent home a goal off a corner kick from Willa Coombs and Ciara Kocik rounded it out at the 22:35 mark.

Didlake praised her team’s complete performance.

“Our team came together really well to support senior night,” she said. “I feel like my team did a tremendous job passing, crossing the ball and every aspect of the game. We were a little bit slow to start with, but our team jumped back.”

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good game tonight,” said Patrick Henry head coach Blair Penny. “They’re athletic and quick and fast, anyway – and they definitely took advantage of that tonight. … We’ll go back to the drawing board tomorrow and see what happens.”

In the other cross-county boys lacrosse contest, Atlee blew out Lee-Davis 20-3. Ten Raiders contributed goals.

Confederate goalkeeper Micah Rice had a busy night, with 13 saves in the face of the Atlee onslaught.

Mechanicsville Local sports editor Dave Lawrence contributed to this report.

Dave Lawrence/The Local Rob Witham can be reached Hanover’s Keegan Smither (2) whips around a crowd of Patrick Henry defenders for a shot in the at sports@mechlocal.com.

Hawks’ 17-7 win over the Patriots Thursday. Smither had one of three hat tricks for Hanover.

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Thursday, May 10

The semi-annual Community Yard Sale will be held from 8 a.m. to noon at the Trinity Christian Church at 8469 Atlee Rd. in Mechanicsville. To rent a space, call 804-334-6590 .The fee is $15 for one and $25 for two. Vendors also are welcome. Set up begins at 6:30 a.m. Food will be sold but there won’t be a bake sale (that is scheduled for the fall).

The Hanover Rotary Club will sponsor the Annual Shrimp and Suds Feast from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at the Kings Dominion Pavilion in Doswell.

Tickets are $35 each or $150 for a book of five. Music will be provided

by Sandbar. The event is being presented by the Hanover Rotary Club Foundation to benefit deserving

youth and charitable endeavors.

Saturday, Oct. 20 The 1978 Class of Lee-Davis High School will hold its 40th reunion at The Via Club at Pebble Creek in Mechanicsville. As arrangements continue to progress, invitations will be arriving soon. For details, go to Facebook (Lee-Davis Class of 1978),

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Hey, buddy, can you spare a dime?

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor He was standing outside the convenience store when I was headed toward the door to go in and purchase a newspaper (take note: purchase a newspaper). He said something to me that I didn’t quite understand, so I said “Pardon?” at least twice when I finally realized he was asking for change. I told him I’d be back out shortly.

Now, a few months ago, I probably wouldn’t have acknowledged he was speaking to me, much less tell him I’d be back, giving him the hope I was going to respond to his request.

After buying the newspaper, I walked out the door and turned to the left where he was leaning into a corner of the store’s exterior wall. I handed him some cash and said, “God bless you;” he said the same to me. I then looked him right in the eyes and said, “God has blessed you.” He thanked me and

I turned and went to my vehicle.

I know there are some people who think I’m wasting my money with these recent stories about paying for meals in restaurants or handing cash to people on the street.

What I do know about this is that it’s as if it has become my personal ministry. I don’t know the circumstances of others and we shouldn’t immediately think the worst.

Giving someone $5, $10 or $20 doesn’t mean they’re going to buy alcohol of drugs. I’m not naive, but I’m hopeful that the money goes toward a meal.

I can’t imagine being in the position of standing outside a store asking for change. The man, who appeared to be in his 30s, could just be down on his luck. My reference to God was to serve as a reminder that, no matter what put him in that place at that particular time, the Lord is always with him and supporting him.

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I believe the majority of our readers are Godfearing people who agree that we need to help those in need.

All I know is that when I help someone the blessing is overwhelming.

There was a time when I would have acted like I didn’t see someone or hear that individual address me.

I’ll go with one of my father’s favorite songs, “I Saw the Light,” in why my life has taken a 360-degree turn in doing what I can for others.

I will add this most recent encounter, which occurred while my mother and I were enjoying a long weekend at Virginia Beach, to what I hope will be a growing list of giving opportunities.

That Saturday will stand out because I felt good about helping someone when my intent was to buy a newspaper. I got the newspaper and he got the change.

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Tuesdays The Hanover Concert Band rehearses from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. every Tuesday, mid-January through midDecember, at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center at 500 S. Railroad Ave. in Ashland, just south of U.S. 54.

Membership is open to anyone who can read music and play a non-string instrument. High school students are welcome with parents’ permission. For more information, visit www.hanoverconcertband.org or call 804-789-0536.

Wednesdays At 3 p.m., the Gathering Place, formerly Ashland Coffee and Tea, hosts the “AHA Moment,” which is sponsored by At Home in Ashland (AHA).

At Home in Ashland is a tax-exempt nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting seniors wishing to remain in their homes as they age. The informal get-togethers are open to any interested Ashland area senior and provide an opportunity to make personal connections and discuss topics of mutual interest. No registration is needed. For seniors who are still employed, AHA also has arranged for evening gatherings at 6 p.m. every fourth Tuesday at Trackside Grill. This event does require advance registration before noon on the fourth Monday. The contact person is Carol Dedischew: 804-299-3171 or cdedischew@aol.com.

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KATRINA VANHUSS AND OTIS FULTON, Request a Variance from the former Title I, Article 5, Section 3.81. (d) of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance, relating to yard requirements in the former R-1, Single-Family Residential Zoning District regulations. A minimum front-yard setback of forty-five (45) feet is required when located on a fifty (50) foot right-of-way. The requested Variance is for 3.5 feet, which would allow a building lot to have a front yard setback of 41.5 feet. The request is made for GPIN 7798-82-8798 consisting of approximately 1.47 acres, located on the south line of Linderwood Drive (State Route 1217), approximately 1150 feet west of its intersection with Wychwood Drive (State Route 1218) in the ASHLAND MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. (PUBLIC HEARING)

Copies of the above cases may be reviewed in the Planning Office any regular business day, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p. m.

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TOWN OF ASHLAND 2018-2019 ADVERTISED BUDGET A public hearing will be held at 7:00 p.m. on May 15, 2018 at the Town Hall, 101 Thompson Street, Ashland, Virginia, on the FY 20182019 Budget. A complete copy of the FY2018-19 Budget may be reviewed or obtained between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 101 Thompson St. and at the Ashland Branch of the Pamunkey Library System.

All interested citizens will have the opportunity to give written and oral comments and are encouraged to attend. Anyone requiring assistance to participate in the public hearing is asked to contact Joe Collins, Clerk, at 798-9219 in advance so that appropriate arrangements may be made.

REVENUE Revenue from Local Sources Revenue from the Commonwealth Revenue from the Federal Government Revenue from Other Sources Unappropriated Funds Transfer Total Revenues – General Fund

$7,232,851 $2,148,621 $13,500 $1,080,926 $ 10,475,898

EXPENDITURES Administration Public Safety Public Works Parks, Recreation and Cultural Planning & Community Development Non-Departmental Total Expenditures—General Fund

$1,167,340 $2,744,097 $3,288,980 $ 231,026 $ 588,881 $2,455,574 $10,475,898

CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND REVENUES Transfer from General Fund Capital Bond/Loan Local Revenue Grants/VDOT Revenue Sharing Federal Funding Balance Forward Total Revenues – Capital Project Fund EXPENDITURES Public Works—Streets—Local Stormwater Facilities Vehicles Parks and Recreation

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$1,532,700 $8,750,000 $58,727 $0 $1,179,181 $2,496,416 $14,017,024 $964,517 $455,780 $8,394,346 $474,443 $2,946,842

Economic Development Non-Departmental Total Expenditures—Capital Project Fund Total Revenues & Expenditures—All Funds

$496,638 $284,458 $14,017,024 $24,492,922

TAX RATES AND FEES Real Estate Property Tax Mobile Homes Personal Property Tax Public Service Corp.

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2018-2019 RATE $0.10 per $100 $0.07 per $100 $0.77 per $100 $0.77 per $100 $0.77 per $100

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OTHER LOCAL TAXES Business, Professional, Threshold Occupational License Tax Change $30 License Fee, $.0.07 per $100 of all gross receipts when gross receipts exceed $1,000,000 Consumer Utility Tax – Each Service per month Electric: Residential $1.00/month Unchanged Commercial/Industrial $10.00/month Unchanged Natural Gas: Residential $3.00/month Unchanged Commercial/Industrial $10.00/month Unchanged Utility License Tax Telephone service .5% Unchanged Meals Tax 6.0% 1% Increase Motor Vehicle License Tax Cars & trucks $25.00 Unchanged Motorcycles $15.00 Unchanged Transient Tax 8.0% 1% Increase Cigarette Tax $.22 per pack Unchanged

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TOWN OF ASHLAND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS Please take notice that public hearings will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 by the Ashland Town Council at Town Hall, 101 Thompson Street, Ashland, VA 23005 on the following;

Please take notice that on the 15th day of May 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at the Ashland Town Hall, 101 Thompson Street, Ashland, VA, the Ashland Town Council will conduct a public hearing pursuant to Virginia Code section 15.22204 for the purpose of receiving input, and may approve the following:

ORDINANCE NO. 2018-06 ORDINANCE NO. 2018-06 AMENDS THE ASHLAND TOWN CODE, CHAPTER 6, “FINANCE & TAXATION,” SEC.6-2,“ANNUALTAXONREALESTATE,TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY, ETC.; EXEMPTIONS,” TO INCREASE THE REAL ESTATE TAX RATE BY .01 FROM .09 TO .10 PER $100 OF ASSESSED VALUE.

ORD2018-03 SMALL CELL WIRELESS ORDINANCE NO. 2018-03 AMENDS THE ASHLAND TOWN CODE, CHAPTER 21, “ZONING” TO ADD ARTICLE IX, “SMALL CELL WIRELESS FACILITIES” TO ESTABLISH THE STANDARDS FOR SMALL WIRELESS FACILITIES IN THE RIGHTS-OF-WAY. ORDINANCE NO. 2018-3 IS CONSIDERED PURSUANT TO THE GRANT OF AUTHORITY CONTAINED IN VA CODE §§ 15.22316.3 & 15.2-2316.4. ORDINANCE NO. 2018-3 ALSO RENUMBERS SECTION 21-277, “ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS” TO BE SECTION 21-278.

ORD2018-04 STORAGE OF RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT ORDINANCE NO. 2018-04 AMENDS THE ASHLAND TOWN CODE, CHAPTER 21, “ZONING,” ARTICLE XXV, “SUPPLEMENTAL REGULATIONS,” SECTION 21-261 USE AND STORAGE OF RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT, TO ADD STANDARDS FOR PARKING OF MAJOR RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT IN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS. ORD2018-05 CONTRACTOR’S OFFICE ORDINANCE NO. 2018-05 AMENDS THE ASHLAND TOWN CODE, CHAPTER 21, “ZONING,” ARTICLE I, “IN GENERAL,” SECTION 21-3 DEFINITIONS, TO ADD A DEFINITION FOR CONTRACTOR’S OFFICE AND TO AMEND ARTICLE XIII, “LIMITED INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT M-1,” SECTION 21-119 PERMITTED USES, TO ADD CONTRACTOR’S OFFICE AS A PERMITTED USE.

ORDINANCE NO. 2018-07 ORDINANCE NO. 2018-07 AMENDS THE ASHLAND TOWN CODE, CHAPTER 6, “FINANCE & TAXATION,” ARTICLE IV, “TRANSIENT LODGING TAX,” TO SUBSTANTIALLY REVISE THE ENTIRE ARTICLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE LAW, AND TO INCREASE THE TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX BY 1% FROM 7% TO 8%.

ORDINANCE NO. 2018-08 ORDINANCE NO. 2018-08 AMENDS THE ASHLAND TOWN CODE, CHAPTER 6, “FINANCE & TAXATION,” ARTICLE V, “MEALS TAX,” TO SUBSTANTIALLY REVISE THE ENTIRE ARTICLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE LAW, AND TO INCREASE THE MEALS TAX BY 1% FROM 5% TO 6%.

ORDINANCE NO. 2018-09 ORDINANCE NO. 2018-09 AMENDS THE ASHLAND TOWN CODE, CHAPTER 9, “LICENSES,” ARTICLE I, “IN GENERAL,” TO SUBSTANTIALLY REVISE THE ENTIRE ARTICLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE LAW, AND TO RAISE THE THRESHOLD FROM THE REQUIREMENTOFPAYMENTOFBUSINESSLICENSE TAXES FROM THE FIRST $100,000 OF REVENUE, TO THE FIRST $1,000,000.00 OF REVENUE.

A copy of ORD2018-03, ORD2018-04, and ORD2018-05 may be obtained by contacting Town Hall at (804) 798-1073. Written comments may be submitted to bcornelius@ashlandva.gov or Town of Ashland, P.O. Box 1600, Ashland, VA 23005. All interested persons may attend and express their views.

Any person with a disability requiring assistance in order to participate in this public hearing is asked to contact Town Hall in advance so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

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Copies of the ordinances may be obtained by contacting Joseph Collins, Clerk of Town Council, at (804) 798-9219 or by coming to Town Hall at 101 Thompson Street, Ashland, VA 23005. Anyone requiring assistance to participate in the public hearing is asked to contact Joseph Collins at (804) 798-9219 prior to the hearing so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Planning Commission has set Thursday, May 17, 2018, 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: REZONING C-5-18(c), HALEY FAMILY, L.P. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions on GPIN 789011-8139, consisting of approximately 56.9 acres, and located on the north line of East Patrick Henry Road (State Route 54) east its intersection with Cedon Road (private road) in the BEAVERDAM MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of nine (9) building lots for a gross density of one (1) dwelling unit per 6.32 acres.

(PUBLIC HEARING) ORDINANCE AMENDMENT ORDINANCE 18-07, REVISED SUBDIVISION ROAD STANDARDS AN ORDINANCE to amend the Hanover County Code, Chapter 25, Subdivision Ordinance, Sections 25-53, 25-56, 25-57, and 25-66 to add requirements to ensure public safety, including clarifying the required widths of public and private roads, ensuring that private roads are properly maintained by an owners’ association, and that, where the Subdivision Ordinance and the fire code or other requirement of the fire marshal are inconsistent, the more restrictive requirement shall apply.

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TOWN OF ASHLAND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Please take notice that on the 9th day of May 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at the Ashland Town Hall, 101 Thompson Street, Ashland, VA, the Ashland Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing pursuant to Virginia Code section 15.2-2204 for the purpose of receiving input, and may provide a recommendation on the following: ORD2018-06 SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR ACCESSORY APARTMENTS DAVID AND STEWART LUTHER HAVE APPLIED FOR A TEXT AMENDMENT TO LOWER THE MINIMUM LOT AREA IN R-2 ZONING FROM TWENTY THOUSAND (20,000) SQUARE FEET TO EIGHTEEN THOUSAND (18,000) SQUARE FEET TO ALLOW FOR AN ACCESSORY APARTMENT. ORDINANCE NO. 2018-06 AMENDS THE ASHLAND TOWN CODE, CHAPTER 21, “ZONING,” ARTICLE XXV, “SUPPLEMENTAL REGULATIONS,” SECTION 21-264 SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR ACCESSORY APARTMENTS, SUBSECTION (B), ITEM (3), TO EIGHTEEN THOUSAND (18,000) SQUARE FEET IN R-2 ZONING. A copy of ORD2018-06 may be obtained by contacting Town Hall at (804) 798-1073. Written comments may be submitted to bcornelius@ashlandva.gov or Town of Ashland, P.O. Box 1600, Ashland, VA 23005. All interested persons may attend and express their views. Any person with a disability requiring assistance in order to participate in this public hearing is asked to contact Town Hall in advance so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals ROBERT EARL “BOBBY” ISHKANIAN Robert Earl "Bobby" Ishkanian, 79, of North Chesterfield, passed away on April 20, 2018.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Kay Ishkanian; son, Robert Earl Ishkanian II; and brother, A. Donald Ishkanian. He is survived by his children, Robbie Ann Campbell (Roy), Tony Ishkanian (Jackie) and Tammy Ishkanian; stepson, ISHKANIAN David Earl Goode; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was a lifetime member of the Manchester Moose Lodge. A gathering of family and friends was held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 25, 2018, at Bliley's – Chippenham at 6900 Hull Street Road, with a Moose Ceremony at 6:30 p.m.

A funeral ceremony was held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, April 26, 2018, at the funeral home.

Interment followed at noon at the Springfield Christian Church Cemetery at 18285 Vontay Road in Rockville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, alz.org or the American Heart Association, heart.org.

DOROTHY “DOT” FISHER PAYNE Dorothy “Dot” Fisher Payne died on Sunday, April 22, 2018, at the University of Virginia

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“Here’s the problem,” Nelson said, “using cash proffers for a parking lot on school property violates applicable subdivision ordinances. The middle school parking lot exit is not a road improvement in the Transportation policy adopted March 13, 2013.”

County Attorney Sterling Rives disagreed and said the project fits appropriately under proffer guidelines and directly impacts traffic on Atlee Station

Transitional Care Hospital. Mrs. Payne was an educator for 32 years and taught in Louisa and Spotsylvania Counties. She was a lifelong member of the Mineral United Methodist Church and played the organ at the Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church for many years. The mission of her life was loving children and Camp Rainbow Connection, a camp for adult mentally challenged persons, God’s special children. She had been a staff member since 1988. Survivors include her husband of 53 years, Roy Lee Payne of Mineral; daughter, Suzanne P. Brackett, and her husband, John R. Brackett; grandson, Michael Anderson Brackett; granddaughter, Ashlee Marie Brackett of Rocky Mount, North Carolina; two sisters, Joy Burroughs and husband, Danny, of Elliston and Nancy Boles of Christiansburg; one brother, Edward Fisher and wife, Geri, of Doswell; and a number of nieces and nephews. She was the daughter of the late Hector and Susie Fisher of Mineral. A memorial service was held at 11 a.m. on Monday, April 30, 2018, at the Mineral United Methodist Church.

Woodward Funeral Home in Louisa was in charge of arrangements. Online guestbook is available at woodwardfuneral.com.

JAMES “JIMMY” STEWARDSON James "Jimmy" Stewardson, 86, passed away on Friday, April 20, 2018. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elizabeth and Harry Stewardson; a sister, Violet Mathis; and a brother, Robert Stewardson. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Jessie; his children, Mary Beth Marion (Jim), Chris Stewardson

Road. He noted the improvement is part of a larger project to enhance travel along that corridor.

“The improvements described are part of a group of interrelated and interdependent improvements at the schools on Atlee Station Road and at the intersection of Atlee Station Road and Honey Meadows Road, all of which are designed to improve traffic flow on Atlee Station Road,” Rives said. “We feel comfortable that this an appropriate use of the funding.”

(Jenn), Carrie Stewardson and Linda Hart (Johnny); grandchildren, Josh Parker, Deanna Williamson (David), Cameron Stewardson and Ashton Hart (Joy); great-grandchildren, Penelope "Poppy" and STEWARDSON Alden Hart. Jimmy spent four years in the Navy, he was an avid craftsman, he loved fishing, working in his woodworking shop and above all else, his family. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 24, 2018, the West Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home at 11020 West Broad Street in Glen Allen.

Interment followed at Berea Baptist Church Cemetery in Rockville.

MARJORIE “MARGIE” ANN LOWE WEAKLEY Marjorie “Margie” Ann Lowe, 85, of Doswell, passed away peacefully at her home on April 23, 2018, surrounded by those she loved. She was born on August 8, 1932 in Richmond. Her devotion to her family and firm belief in God comforted Marjorie throughout her life and ultimately gave her peace. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence Russell and Josephine Williams Lowe of Mechanicsville; and brothers, Thomas Edward and Lawrence Russell Lowe Jr. She is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, Thomas Rhys Weakley Sr.; twin sister, Margaret Lowe Haley; two chil-

dren, Michael Thomas Weakley (Elizabeth) and Thomas Rhys Weakley Jr. (Nancy); three grandchildren, Jason Thomas Weakley (Ashley), Anne Carver Weakley and Sarah Weakley Sichol (Austin); and LOWE WEAKLEY precious great-grandchildren, Skylar, Virginia and Jason Weakley and Rhys Sichol, all in whom she found joy and to whom she was affectionately known as “Nanny.” After graduating from Glen Allen High School in Henrico County, Marjorie worked for two years as Assistant Clerk of the Court for Henrico County and later as secretary to the late Rev. Ira L. Andrews III, former dean of students at Randolph-Macon College. She taught Sunday School at Cool Spring Baptist Church in Mechanicsville before joining the First Baptist Church in Ashland. Marjorie’s greatest loves were her family and children.

Her most enjoyable days were spent reading mystery novels, traveling and painting nature scenes and portraits. Her exceptional artistic talent also included interior and landscape design.

A memorial service was held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 28, 2018, at the First Baptist Church at 800 Thompson Street in Ashland. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Memorial Garden Fund of First Baptist Church, 800 Thompson St., Ashland VA or Hospice of Virginia, 2235 Staples Mill Road, Richmond VA 23230.

‘Fill-A-Cruiser’ to benefit seniors in need Staff Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND -- TRIAD will sponsor a “FillA-Cruiser” for Hanover County seniors in need from 10 a.m. to 2 pm. on Saturday, May 19, at the Walmart Supercenter at 7430 Bell Creek Rd. in Mechanicsville and the Walmart Supercenter at 145 Hill Carter Pkwy. in Ashland.

According to TRIAD representative Hugh Melton, seniors need the following items: Drinking water, laundry detergent, flashlights/ batteries, toilet paper, napkins, shampoo, Ziploc bags, facial tissues, incontinent briefs, paper plates, light bulbs, soap, toothbrush/toothpaste,

denture products, paper towels, plastic utensils, and trash bags.

Melton said distribution will be made through Hanover senior agencies.

The TRIAD members are the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office, Ashland Police Department, and AARP and seniors.

TRIAD’s philosophy is “Reducing Crime Against the Elderly.”

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… (drummer Blake Hurt and guitarist Matt Elgin), and we all live here now,” Roberson said.

Honest Debts is a four-piece blues rock ’n’ roll with diverse musical backgrounds. They mold elements of funk, rock, blues, and classic soul into a sound that’s all their own. The band is influenced by artists such as John Mayer, Stevie Ray Vaughan, The Allman Brothers Band, Red Hot Chili Peppers, see BANDS, pg. 12

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Hanover County Schools receives national recognition for music program Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND – The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation has named Hanover County Public Schools (HCPS) as a “Best Community for Music Education” for the sixth year in a row.

Hanover County is one of only 14 school division in the Commonwealth of Virginia to achieve this coveted status.

The NAMM Foundation awards this designation to divisions and schools that demonstrate an exceptionally high commitment to offering comprehensive music education to all students. It further serves to recognize the outstanding efforts of teachers, administrators, parents, students, and community leaders who have made music education part of the curriculum.

Barry Flowe, HCPS curriculum specialist for Performing Arts, said, “We work diligently to provide high-quality music education and performance opportunities to our students, and we are very excited of our accomplishment again this year. It

was especially meaningful to receive this news the same week of our Festival of the Arts and Sciences where over 500 of our talented students performed. I was honored to announce this achievement to our community that symbolizes the exceptional talent and commitment of our music educators and students, as well as the strong support of our division’s administration, parents, and community.”

The NAMM Foundation is a nonprofit organization that serves to advance music education and participation around the world.

For more information about the “Best Community for Music Education” program, visit https://www.nammfoundation.org/what-we-do/bestcommunities-music-education.

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and Dawes. The resulting songs are classic, fresh and exciting.

PumpHouse, another band based in Richmond, is excited to share its soulful originals on the Blackwell Stage. The six-member band puts a creative spin on traditional blues and rock, and they deliver an engaging foot pumping groove.

The Hanover Concert Band, also known as “the musical ambassadors for Hanover County,” regularly performs at Ashland’s 4th of July Parade, the Hanover Tomato Festival, Ashland Train Day and other county events.

Started in 1989, the 40-member band is under the direction of Karla Bloom and rehearses at the Hanover Arts & Activities Center.

Recently crowned Hanover Idols, Jason Call and Madison Cox, are slated to perform on stage after the Hanover Concert Band. By day, Jason Call is a certified hand therapist

and by night, he leads his own band, the Jason E. Call Band.

Jason also is an avid scuba diver and a marathon runner.

Madison Cox is 15 years old and a rising star on stage.

She is currently rehearsing for the lead role in “Mary Poppins” for the Center Players. The show goes up in June at the Hanover Tavern.

Two more bands, Counter Point and Main Line also are scheduled to perform.

The Blackwell Stage is sponsored this year by Railside Law Group -- on the tracks in downtown Ashland.

Performances for the June 16th Ashland Strawberry Faire start at 10 a.m.: 10 to 11 a.m. – Hanover Concert Band 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.

– 2018 Hanover Idol and Hanover Jr. Idol (Jason Call and Madison Cox) 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. – “Mister and Miss Strawberry Pageant” sponsored by Tompkins Jewelers 12:45 to 1:30 p.m. – Honest Debts 1:45 to 2:30 p.m. –

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A Hanover County tradition continues with a performance by the Hanover Concert Band, above, under the direction of Karla Bloom. Below, PumpHouse features Wayne Chaplin, Lutha Lucas, Pete Daniel, Chris Leitch, Junie Carter and James Bannow.

PumpHouse 2:45 to 3:45 p.m. – Counter Point 4 to 5 p.m. – Main Line

For more information, visit www.AshlandStrawberryFaire. com. The Ashland Strawberry Faire is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

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