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Vol. 4 No. 26 | Richmond Suburban News | March 13, 2019
Council invests in new pool and hikes rates
Ashland Musical Variety Show celebrates with retrospective
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As usual, with every Ashland Musical Variety Show, the program on Sunday at the Ashland Theatre wrapped up with the song, “Ashland, Ashland.” Leading the audience in the town’s anthem were, from left, Lorie Foley and Sue and Ritchie Watson. More photos on page 4.
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ASHLAND -- When the Carter Park Pool opens in May, Ashland residents will be treated to a number of improvements resulting from a $1.5 million renovation. Unfortunately, they also will be greeted by increased admission rates for the first time in 10 years. Town Manager Josh Farrar told Ashland Town Council on Tuesday, March 5, that the increase is long overdue and will assist the town with operating costs for the community pool. While Ashland provides the pool memberships as a service to its residents and rates compare favorably with other pool options in the area, Farrar said that recouping 60
MECHANICSVILLE -- W. Canova Peterson has announced his candidacy for re-election to represent the Mechanicsville District on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. “Eight years ago I made the decision to give back to this community, which has treated me so well PETERSON over the years. I did so by running as the Republican candidate to serve on the Board of Supervisors as the representative from the Mechanicsville District. That decision resulted in maybe the greatest honor I have ever received, that of being selected by my fellow citizens to fill that special role,” Peterson said. In January of 2012, when he took the oath of office in the Courthouse where Patrick Henry once stood, Peterson said, “I could not imagine
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Ashland Town Council has invested $1 million in renovations for the Carter Park Pool. During last week’s meeting, members also agreed to increase the price of admission for the first time in 10 years.
to 70 percent of those operating expenses is an operational goal. Last year, the Carter Park Pool collected about 53 percent of operating costs. “Our costs that our rev-
enues have covered have substantially decreased over the years,” Farrar said. “We want to try to run it to cover as many costs as we can, but we see COUNCIL, pg. 4
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ASHLAND – Charles “Cliff ” Goldsborough, who has been serving as operations manager in charge of treasurer functions for the City of Richmond, has accepted an offer from Ashland Town Manager Joshua Farrar to become the town finance director.
Re-election bid made by Peterson
Goldsborough earned his BA in English and Literature, with a Minor in Political Science, in 2005 from the University of Rhode Island, and earned his MBA in Business Management from Tulane University Freeman School of Business in 2016. He is currently pursuing the Master Governmental Treasurer Certification administered by the Treasurer’s Association of
Virginia. In Richmond, Goldsborough supervised 46 employees and oversaw all delinquent tax collections. He also sponsored two ordinances to align the City Code to best finance practices, and performed most of the functions typically associated with a Treasurer’s Office. He previously served as the business analysis manager for
the City of Richmond, and prior to that was with the City of New Orleans Finance Department from 2011 to 2017. Goldsborough and his wife Brittany live in Richmond. He said they “are excited at the opportunity to join the team in the ‘Center of the Universe’.” He will begin his new role with the Town of Ashland on Monday, March 25.
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Hanover Habitat recognizes four local HEROs Staff Report news@mechlocal.com MECHANICSVILLE – Four community members considered outstanding by Hanover Habitat for Humanity will be honored at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 14, at the inaugural Hanover HERO (Helping Encourage Real Opportunities) luncheon at Honeymeadows Clubhouse in Mechanicsville. They are: Tim Amos, Jimmy Comer, Sue Forbes Watson and Teresa Mueller. Amanda Gunter, director of Community Engagement for Habitat, said, “The pro-
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the journey upon which I was embarking. However, I jumped in with both feet and began working to accomplish the goals that I had set during my campaign.� He continued, “It’s been over seven years since that first day on the Board and we have made great strides. In fact, Hanover County’s financial position is the strongest that it has been in over 30 years. The local economy has turned around and unemployment is the lowest it has been in recent memory. The reputation of Hanover schools continues to grow. Their facilities have been upgraded and the latest technological advancements
of construction components such as the roof costs, partial costs for the foundation, the costs for windows and doors, or even the electrical costs.� The four honorees have until March 12 to complete the challenge. Money can be donated online at www. hanoverhfh.org/ HanoverHERO or sent via mail to Hanover Habitat administrative offices at 9161 Atlee Rd., Suite B Mechanicsville, VA 23116. Those wishing to attend the celebration may purchase tickets online at www.hanoverhfh. org/herolunch or by calling the office at 804-569-6108.
About Hanover Habitat for Humanity Hanover Habitat for are now being implemented into the program at every school. Law enforcement and Fire/EMS services have been systematically enhanced. Board and Planning Commission meetings are now being live streamed into the homes of our citizens. The planned courthouse that was put on the shelf in 2006 has been resurrected and completed. The long-awaited Atlee Branch Library has finally been designed and is now ready to go to construction. I have been proud to be a part of these achievements; but, I also realize there are many more tasks to be accomplished.� “With new elections coming up this year,� Peterson added, “I have had a number of constituents asking me if I
Humanity was formed in 1990 by a committed group of Hanover citizens who wanted to provide safe and affordable housing in Hanover County. Since that time, Hanover Habitat has built homes for 64 families. People in the community and all over the world partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage. With Habitat’s help, homeowners achieve the strength, stability and independence they need to build a better life for themselves and their families. Hanover Habitat for Humanity is an Equal Opportunity Housing Agency, and an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. To learn more about the organization, visit www. hanoverhfh.org. would be willing to continue my service. I have held off on answering that question until now and I have allowed myself time to review the progress that has been made, as well as, what still needs to be done.� “After discussing the options with my wife, Pat, and confirming her continuing support, we came to the realization that I still have a lot to bring to the table. Accordingly, I am humbly offering the citizens of Mechanicsville my continuing service as their representative on the Board of Supervisors,� he said. Peterson said citizens and neighbors may contact him on his cell phone, 804-338-1448, by email at cpeterson@canova. net, or on his Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ canovapeterson/.
SHERIFF’S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue
Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 3700 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
ID theft ID to defraud, $200, was reported in the 12500 block of Bumpy Hollow Lane, Hanover.
Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 8700 block of Beatties Mill Road, Mechanicsville.
Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 10400 block of Pollard Creek Road, Mechanicsville. Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 8200 block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville. Driver did not report an accident with damages, $500, in the 13200 block of Mountain Road, Glen Allen.
Failure to perform construction after advance was reported in the 12100 block of Washington Highway, Ashland.
Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 7200 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
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Reckless handling of firearm was reported in the 17300 block of Hewlett Road, Beaverdam. Grand larceny, $500 or more not from a person, was reported in the 8100 block of Walnut Grove Road, Mechanicsville. Concealment, price altering merchandise, $500, was reported in the 11500 block of Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland.
CALENDAR | News, Updates & Listings Saturday, March 16 An All-You-Can-Eat Salt Fish Breakfast including scrambled eggs, bacon, hashbrown potatoes, spiced apples, biscuits, cornbread, coffee and juice will be held from 6 to 9 a.m. at the Doswell Ruritan Club at 16433 N. Washington Hwy. in Doswell. The cost is $9 for adults and $4 for ages 4 to 10. Takeout will be available. Proceeds support the Doswell Community Center.
Thursday, March 21 The Hanover Chamber of Commerce’s Business After Hours will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center at 8260 Atlee Rd. in
Mechanicsville. Registration is $15 for members (early) or $25 for non-members. Nibbles and beverages will be provided. Payment options are online or on-site. For more information, email info@hanoverchamberva.com or call 804-442-2093.
Sunday, March 24 Mt. Sinai Baptist Church will host Deaconess Consecration Service, “Serving, Living and Giving God’s Way,” at 3 p.m. for Deaconess-Elect Vernell Coleman-Hall. Guest church family (choir, ushers and congregation) will be Bethany Baptist Church, with Rev. Patrick Jones, pastor, from Montpelier. Deaconess is
Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 10200 block of Washington Highway, Ashland. Driving under the influence of alcohol was reported in the 16300 block of Coatesville Road, Beaverdam.
Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 16400 block of Beaver Dam Road, Montpelier. Embezzlement, $200, was reported in the 7200 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville. Assault and battery was reported in the 8100 block of Woodbridge Road/Lakeway Drive, Mechanicsville.
block of Pine Ridge Road, Mechanicsville.
Driving after forfeiture of license with BAC .02 was reported in the 10300 block of Washington Highway/ Cedar Lane, Glen Allen.
Threats of death or bodily injury by letter or electronic means were reported in the 11300 block of Doswell Road, Doswell.
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Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 16100 block of Mountain Road, Montpelier. Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 16100 block of Washington Highway, Doswell.
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Ashland Musical Variety Show celebrates with retrospective
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At left, Sue Watson and Lorie Foley look to the screen as the history and humor of the every other year Ashland Musical Variety Show was presented during two showings at the Ashland Theatre. The retrospective, “The Complicated & Hilarious History of the Ashland Musical Variety Show,” was held at 1 and 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 10, at the newly renovated theater. Watson co-founded the production in 1982 as a fundraising activity for the Hanover Arts and Activities Center. The show launched in 1983 and has been presented every other year since. Foley joined the production team in 1997. Left, the crowd was entertained by a power point program sharing the background and history of the Ashland Musical Variety Show. Tom Wulf of WulfTeam Productions provided video clips of the show’s development process and notable numbers.
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are ultimately in the field of government service and making sure people can get access to the amenities we provide.” The 20 percent increase in memberships and daily passes compensates for the many years when increases were not sought. Council also approved a plan that would raise those rates 2 percent each year to avoid any future “sticker shock.” A current family membership is $190 and would increase to $230 under the new rate structure. Weekday and weekend admission will increase by
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$1 to $5 and $8, respectively “Our rates have not been updated since 2008,” Farrar said. “Since then, we’ve been reluctant to raise rates with an aging pool with the idea that membership was something we were striving for, but increased rates might pull that membership down.” Membership sales will begin April 1 at a discounted rate and regular prices take effect May 1. Farrar said that prompts residents to act early and not wait until the last minute to purchase passes, resulting in delays at Ashland Town Hall the day before the pool opens. “Typically, the day before the pool opens is a disaster in our office,” Farrar said. “We tried to figure a way to provide incentives people to get that purchasing done early to take a little bit of weight off of staff.” Prices are reduced by about half midway through the pool
season, and there also are discounts available for caregivers and daycare students and staff. Farrar said the 20 percent across-the-board increase is warranted and necessary. “The total dollar amounts are not all that substantial when you consider a 10-year time period since we’ve last increased.” Staff also recommended the 2 percent annual increase to offset rising costs and maintain revenue goals at the pool. Farrar said a study of local pools revealed that Carter Park is still a bargain and fares well when compared with other available memberships. Residents who cannot afford the service and meet federal poverty guidelines at the 100 percent level can obtain memberships at no cost and there is a 50 percent discount for families who fall in the 150 percent of poverty guidelines. “It’s important for those
who don’t have as much to be able to participate in our services,” Farrar said. “We wanted to find ways to encompass more people and get more people involved.” Council member Daniel McGraw said increases were expected when the renovation plans were announced. Council member Kathleen Abbott expressed a desire for additional outreach programs to attract more residents to use the pool. Programs like learn to swim could enhance those efforts. Future partnerships with organizations like the YMCA also could expand those programs. Council has budget work sessions scheduled for March 12 and 26; both are open to the public beginning at 6 p.m. Departmental budgets will be presented during those meetings, and Farrar will unveil the proposed budget in
April. Mayor Steve Trivett told fellow council members that a plan to create a Railroad Park is in the discussion stages. “The Railroad Park is an initiative that Main Street has put support behind,” Trivett said. The plan envisions various walking stations throughout downtown that would feature various forms of railroad memorabilia. For example, a freight car wheel assembly or a coupling are possible artifacts that could be utilized. “My general thought is that council is supportive of the project but we don’t have enough detail yet,” Trivett said. Trivett urged the community to get involved in the planning stages and stressed the importance of that input in the park’s future as well as all upcoming issues including the budget and ongoing branding discussions.
HCPS accepting applications for Hanover Preschool Initiative ASHLAND – Hanover County Public Schools is accepting applications for the Hanover Preschool Initiative (HPI) for the 2019-2020 school year. HPI is a free, full-day preschool program with experienced teachers that enables students to engage in an exciting curriculum and a stimulating learning environment. Space is limited, and only children who will be 3 or 4 years of age by Sept. 30, 2019. qualify. Families also must reside in Hanover County and meet other eligibility requirements. The program also requires that 10% of the enrollment opportunities be available to children with disabilities.
Interested residents should visit http://bit.ly/ HPIapplication to complete a pre-application. Applicants also must attend an interview with an HPI staff member. No appointment is necessary. Interviews will occur on the following dates: 12 to 4 p.m. Thursday, March 14 -- Hanover County School Board Office: 200 Berkley St., Ashland. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 20 -Hanover County School Board Office: 200 Berkley St., Ashland. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, March 28 -- Hanover County School Board Office: 200 Berkley St., Ashland. 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and
1 to 4 p.m. Thursday, April 11 -- Laurel Meadow Elementary School: 8248 Lee Davis Rd., Mechanicsville; and Henry Clay Elementary School: 310 S. James St., Ashland. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 17 -Hanover County School Board Office: 200 Berkley St., Ashland. 12 to 4 p.m. Thursday, April 25 -- Hanover County School Board Office: 200 Berkley St., Ashland. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/hanoverpreschoolinitiative or call 804-365-4506.
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at 11515 Ashcake Road in Ashland two miles west of U.S. 1, holds it church service at 5 p.m. with Pastor Nycholas Greig. For more information, visit www.trinityrichmond.net or call 804-270-9626.
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asked to come in uniform. A special luncheon/dinner will be served at 1 p.m. Rev. Dr. Charlene Gresham is the pastor. For more information, call the church office at 804-7694879.
Wednesday, March 27 Hanover Cares Family Education will Series feature Hanover County prevention specialist Laura Robertson with the film “More Than Sad,� which focuses on how to recognize the signs of depression in teens and where to get help. The program will be held from 6 to 7:15 p.m. at the First Baptist Church at 800 Thompson St. in Ashland. This series is free to the public.
Saturday, May 4 Laurel Meadow Elementary School will host its annual LMES 5K and Color Splash 1 Mile Dash. To register, go to
Ongoing Civil War re-enactors are wanted for the 12th Va. Inf. Reg’t, Co B. Members said they are “a family-oriented unit dedicated to providing a high degree of authenticity while honoring our ancestors. The group does small and large re-enactments, living history, and has a period dance group. For more information, call 804-512-2621.
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Vaccinating children shouldn’t be an issue By Melody Kinser Managing Editor No, I am not a mother but I’ve lived long enough to realize the hazards parents who I’d like to believe are doing what they consider best for their children are in reality exposing them to very dangerous diseases. In other words, get your kids vaccinated. A niece is a registered nurse studying to become a nurse practitioner. But, more important, she is a mother to two young sons, ages 6 and 2. And she is a strong advocate for vaccinations, posting her support often on social media. Just last week a high school senior from Ohio appeared before the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions about how misinformation about vaccinations are being
spread on social media. Not only did 18-year-old Ethan Lindenberger get vaccinated against his mother’s wishes, he went viral with a Reddit post about not having been fully vaccinated because of her convictions. The teen said his mom would accept social media posts at face value rather than responsible sources like the Centers for Disease Control. My memories of being vaccinated are vague (it’s been a really long time), but I do remember having to show proof of having had the injections before entering elementary school. I remember how our family physician administered the smallpox vaccine. There remains a faint scar from that injection. Through the years, and without hesitation, I’ve gotten vaccines for whatever strain of disease was making the rounds -- globally or nation-
ally. And, thankfully, I’ve never suffered any side effects. As for infants and young children, how can a parent not turn to those in the medical world who are the authorities on such issues? If there are concerns, seek direction from legitimate sources -- for the sake of your kids. Recent outbreaks of measles, which is a preventable disease, prompted the Senate hearing. Last year, at the tender age of 62, I was vaccinated for tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (Tdap). I had requested it as a precautionary measure because I couldn’t remember when I’d last had a tetanus shot. I’m not an expert on parenting (far from it, no experience), but I hope mothers and fathers will check with knowledgeable sources about vaccinating their kids.
What a world! Confrontation becomes the norm By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist Looking for a kinder gentler nation? Good luck! At least, that’s the line we are constantly fed about a population that is losing its softer edge, more willing to confront than compromise, and often not willing to listen to the opposing point of view. And watching the national political passion play on television might lead one to assume that some of those observations are accurate. In that arena,
it certainly seems the gloves are off and a no-holds approach is clearly the chosen path, often disregarding what could result from common sense thinking or reasonable conversation. I suppose the real question is how are things on the street. Have we digressed to a society that has no patience, no compassion, no understanding of the plight of our fellow men and women? I’m not buying it. I certainly won’t argue that the pressures of living in 21st Century America can cause a degree of anxiety, and handling the daily pressures affects
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us all differently. And, there is evidence that those stresses are finding their way into our daily activities, and confrontation seems more prevalent. For example, last week the claws came out in an incident in Alabama where two customers were arrested after a fistfight broke out over crab legs. Both were in the buffet line waiting for a replenished supply of the tasty treasure to be delivered. A policeman explained the group had been waiting for the crab legs for about 10 minutes, and folks began jostling for position as the tray neared see NORM, pg. 7
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Teacher explains why phone use in class is a problem The history of the phone is a wondrous one. From the first phone invented by Alexander Graham Bell in 1876 to today’s number one pick, the Galaxy Note 9, people have relied on the phone for simple communication to an unlimited amount of applications available presently. The fact is that smart phones are a fixture in today’s society and are not going anywhere. However, there is an issue with these devices that I believe needs to be addressed. How can we teach our children to use smart phones effectively and at appropriate times? As an educator for over 28 years, I have seen no phones in school to over 90% of students bringing them to class every day. Although some teachers use them for educational purposes, the majority of use during the school day is social media, watching videos, and communicating with friends and family members. These uses have decreased student attention in the classroom tremendously. And when confronted about it, some excuses are “I had to look up something” or “I am just texting my mother.” Unfortunately, no matter how important the reason may seem to the student, those brief distractions add up to many minutes taken away from valuable instruction. It also has led to a lot of aggravating confrontations that disrupts a class and, at a higher rate, lower grades for the students. So, what’s the answer? I really don’t think there is an easy one, but it will take all of us together to work on it. Parents, please explain to your child that the phone is a tool during the day and not an entertainment center. Also remember that when you were growing up and a parent see LETTERS, pg. 7
Photographer gets multiple awards Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND -- Jessica Robertson of Jessica Robertson Photographic Artistry recently was honored with multiple awards at the 2019 Virginia Professional Photographers Association Awards Banquet in Newport News. She was named one of the Top 10 Photographers in the state based on her scores in VPPA Photographic Competition. Each of her 10 photographic submissions were judged by nationally accredited judges from across the country and deemed worthy of a blue ribbon with scores of 80 or above. Only her top six images move on, and receive the coveted blue ribbons. Robertson said, “This year’s competition was especially exciting as this competition had 607 entries which broke the record for any state print competition in the country.” As for her recognition, the second time in three years, Robertson said, “It means a great deal to be recognized by the top photographic organization in our state, VPPA. Using client work, I am even more excited that my images received such high scores. I am dedicated to being our com-
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munity’s visual storyteller and receiving this award acknowledges my efforts. I am honored to be listed among the best in the state.” Robertson also has been recognized for her efforts as she received her Service of Photography Degree. She adds this degree to her Fellow of Photography Degree from VPPA and to the degrees from Professional Photographers of America, her Master of Photography and Photographic Craftsman. She also said that she participates in print competition to “challenge myself to always be learning and growing. With 12 guiding elements being the basis for print competition, I use these elements daily in my photography to create authentic, creative and storytelling images. In forcing my creative eye to see these elements as I capture images, I feel I am
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the buffet line. “They’d been waiting there for the crab legs for a good 10, 20 minutes. When they finally came out, it’s very heated — especially if someone is taking more than their fair share,” said Huntsville police officer Gerald Johnson in a New York Post story. The two combatants used all available weapons in the scuffle — breaking plates and eventually squaring off
doing my best work and therefore serving my clients to the best of my ability.” Robertson made one of Ashland’s famous faces iconic in an image titled “Force of Nature.” Stephanie Valentino, owner of Salon Valentino, was the subject of the artistic portrayal of Mother Nature, which brought home the Best Portrait of a Woman Award. “It was fun to collaborate and watch the creation of a vision unfold. It was inspirational ... especially as a hairstylist,” Valentino said. “It was somewhat empowering feeling like Mother Nature, if only for a moment!” Tori Crabbe, senior at LeeDavis High School, also was featured in a senior portrait album depicting the many facets of her life and interests. The album was well received from the team of judges from across the country and received second place for a non-event album. The winning images will be published after they are judged on the International level at the upcoming Professional Photographers of America’s International Print Competition in August. They also are available for viewing at the studio at 307 England St. in Ashland.
in a sword fight using tongs usually reserved for retrieving the cause of the ruckus. One combatant was charged with disorderly conduct and the other was arrested on an assault charge. Now, I certainly would not take this isolated incident as clear indication our edges are hardening and we are becoming a less forgiving nation. It probably says more about the popularity of crab legs than it does about a decaying society.
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had to contact you, they would call the office and get a message to you. And, miraculously, you got the message and all was good. This is how we still do it, by the way. So, please don’t text or call your child during the school day. Students, school is full of learning opportunities. Each time you take out your phone it takes your attention away from the information your teachers are trying to teach you. It also is being disrespectful to your teachers by showing them that you really don’t care about them as educators or authority figures. For you, I ask that you voluntarily turn your phones off and put them away when you enter the classroom. Be a part of the solution, no longer the problem. As a teacher, I thank you in advance for considering what I am asking you to do. If I am seeing this as a problem now, think about what the actions of our future generations will be. Learn to use these tools effectively and appropriately in the present and you will have the ability to pass this knowledge along to those who will come next. And, finally, please remember that teachers, including myself, do care about our students and want to see them succeed.
But, I saw something the other day that made me reconsider. While waiting in a long line at the grocery store, the adjoining checkout line opened. You’ve been there. There was an instant race to the recently opened line, and, as usual, the folks who have been in line the longest found themselves at the end of a newly formed line. Also routine, none of us said a word like “Why don’t you take the next person in line?” or “You weren’t
We are doing the best we can and hope you will do the same. Stuart Bernstein Mechanicsville
everyone who either helped me or were patient while I was blocking the dumpster or blocking the lane with the car hauler. Bob Campbell Mechanicsville
A Verdi Lane shoutout to Reviewing county workers actions of what I would like to give a seems to be a “thanks” to the folks working at the Verdi Lane Refuse Center desperate man and also several of the patrons there. On Saturday, March 2, after dumping my trash, my son got back into his truck and it wouldn’t turn over. Immediately the nice gentleman working there offered a set of jumper cables and the older gentleman beside us offered a jump. Sadly, it wasn’t a dead battery but a failed starter (reminded me why I stopped buying certain brand trucks back in the day!). The employees helped me push the truck out of the way and another customer, Keith, gave me a ride back to Old Church. I returned with a buddy around 4 p.m. with a car hauler and the employees helped me get the truck onto the trailer. To a person, everyone associated with my problematic event was extremely cordial and helpful — a rare thing in my experience these days. All in all, for what it was, it was a pleasant experience and made me thankful I live in Hanover. Thanks again to
next” to the two or three who benefited from faster feet and an oblivious sense of fairness. All except for one elderly lady who moved the slowest as she made her way to the front of the newly opened line. “I think I was next in line,” she said. The bigger, faster customers who had made their way to the front cleared a way for her and she assumed her well-deserved place at the head of
The recent “Lynching” comments by Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax shows a man that isn’t interesting in clearing his name, but rather shows a man so desperate that he has stooped to the lowest levels to prey upon people’s sympathies rather than asking for a fair and open investigation into claims by two black ladies that he sexually abused and/or raped. Those claims should be investigated to the fullest, in order to clear any dark cloud that now hovers over his political career and dispelled. But, should the ladies’ claims prove to be valid, Mr. Fairfax should do the honorable thing and resign. Is Mr. Fairfax afraid of the truth? He shouldn’t be if, “The truth is on my (his) side” as he claims. Mr. Fairfax by playing the “Lynching” card showed he is not a man willing to clear himself by due process and that he’s a weak man without shame or character. Buddy Cousins Ashland
the line. I later pondered if her actions were a sign of our dismayed society and our decreasing ability to show patience and compassion, or if it was a signal that people are more willing to stand up for themselves. In any case, she was my hero of the day, and it was a small sign that justice is alive and well. And, what about civility? It’s still around. Sometimes, you just have to go to the front of the line to find it.
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Prep softball: Powhatan at Patrick Henry 5:30 p.m.
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College baseball: Emory & Henry at Randolph-Macon noon/3:00 p.m.
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Randolph-Macon cannot crack Garnet Swarthmore ends Jackets’ NCAA run By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor AMHERST, Mass. – For a while in the first half, Randolph-Macon looked unstoppable, but the Garnet of Swarthmore proved as hard as a rock. After the Yellow Jackets had built up a 16-point lead midway through the first half, the Garnet started a slow and steady comeback that culminated in a 3-point goal by Conor Harkins with 7.2 seconds left to send Swarthmore on to the Amherst Sectional final with a 58-57 victory Friday and end RandolphMacon’s season at 27-4. “It’s been such a special group, we didn’t want [the season] to end. We wanted to keep on playing,” said RandolphMacon head men’s basketball coach Josh Merkel. “I’ve never been a part of as special a group as this one. … I’m so proud of our kids in the fight. I think we can walk with our heads up and have nothing to be ashamed of.” Merkel credited the performance of Swarthmore, which went on to defeat Nicholls
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69-65 in the sectional final Saturday to reach the Division III final four. The Garnet will face another Virginia team – Christopher Newport – in a semifinal Friday at 6 p.m. “You’ve got to tip your hat and give all the credit to Swarthmore. They’re a great team with great players,” Merkel said. “They stayed in the fight. We stayed in the fight. It came down to … almost, who had the ball last.” The Yellow Jackets were led by senior forward Darryl Williams, who had a doubledouble (his second) with 23 points (a game- and careerhigh) and 10 rebounds. He was 5-of-9 from 3-point range. “I thought we had a great season. Swarthmore’s a really good team,” Williams said. “It really sucks for me and the seniors right now – it didn’t end the way we wanted it to, but we did give it all we had for 40 minutes.” Williams’ performance was mirrored by Swarthmore’s Zac O’Dell, who scored 21 points and had a game-high 11 rebounds. His teammate Nate Shafer, a forward, had 10 rebounds. Randolph-Macon senior forward Luke Neeley was the game’s only other double-figure scorer with 12 points – all from 3-point range. Sophomore see NCAA, pg. 10
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Randolph-Macon Darryl Williams (10) saved his best college performance for his last, capping his Yellow Jacket career with a career-best 23 points in the Yellow Jackets’ 58-57 loss to Swarthmore Friday in the NCAA Division III Round of 16.
Yellow Jackets hold on for win over Seahawks By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor ASHLAND – For much of the second half, RandolphMacon’s men’s lacrosse team led visiting St. Mary’s by as much as 5 points at Day Field Wednesday, but the Seahawks were not going to go down easy. They made it interesting down the stretch, closing the distance on the Yellow Jackets, though Randolph-Macon held on for a 12-9 non-conference victory. The Yellow Jackets led 9-5 at halftime and extended their lead to 10-5 early in the third quarter; they again extended the lead to 11-6 early in the fourth. But every time they scored, St. Mary’s answered, getting the final two goals before the final horn went off. “I think our guys learned a little bit today about how to manage a game and manage a lead,” said Randolph-Macon head men’s lacrosse coach J.B. Sheridan. “We’ve got some new Dave Lawrence/The Local Randolph-Macon attacker Colin DiSesa (Hanover High School) zeroes in on the St. Mary’s goal in the Yellow Jackets’ 12-9 win over guys out there and still have some young guys, but with the Seahawks at Day Field Wednesday. DiSesa finished with an assist. Brendan Markovic led Randolph-Macon with four goals. every team each year, you’ve
Off to Louisburg
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Patrick Henry’s Noah Madison (seated, second from right) commmited to continue his baseball career at Louisburg College in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry High School on Feb. 6. With him are (from left): his father, John Madison; his sister, Eden Madison; and his mother, Kate Madison.
Batting for Ferrum
got to learn to manage the clock – especially now with the shot clock.” The Yellow Jackets were led by Brendan Markovic with four goals. Ty Anderson, Andrew Tiffey and Ryan Tiffey each had a pair of goals for RandolphMacon. Andrew Tiffey led in the assist department with five. Tyler Flora and Brandon Smith had the Yellow Jacket’s other two goals. On the defensive side, goalkeeper Chris Cerrina proved a tough man to get by, recording 16 saves. “Chris Cerrina had a great day. He’s a senior goalie and he played like it today,” Sheridan said. “The best thing defensively is that we were disciplined and patient, I thought, pretty much the whole game and got them to wear down their shot clock.” The Seahawks were led by Jude Brown with three goals. Jeremiah Clemmer and Dominic Venanzi each scored twice for St. Mary’s. Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.
Swims for DePauw
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Patrick Henry softball player Megan Powell (seated, center) committed to play for Ferrum College in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry High School on Feb. 6. With her are (from left): her father, Troy Powell; her mother, Amy Powell; and her brother Jonathan Powell.
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Patrick Henry swimmer Ethan Spencer (center) committed to compete for DePauw University in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry High School on Feb. 6. With him are his father, Dave Spencer (left) and his mother, Jill Spencer.
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guard Buzz Anthony finished with 10 rebounds. Swarthmore bookended it’s leads – jumping out to a 5-2 lead in the first two minutes of the game, and then again in the final two minutes. But, from 17:55 until 8:08 in the first half, the Yellow Jackets seemed unstoppable. Darryl Williams ignited a 29-10 eruption with a steal and Buzz Anthony converted the ensuing layup to cut the Garnet’s lead to 5-4. It then seemed as if the Yellow Jackets couldn’t miss, with Williams and fellow senior forward Luke Neeley each converting three 3-point opportunities and junior guard Corey Bays adding another long-range goal. In all, the Yellow Jackets shot 55 percent from the floor in the first half, 53 percent from 3-point range. But what goes up must come down, and as the Swarthmore defense caught its breath, the Randolph-Macon offense started looking more like mortals. The Garnet cut
the Yellow Jackets’ lead to 8 points, 41-33, by halftime, and kept a slow-but-steady comeback pace throughout the second half. Harkins hit a 3-pointer to tie the game 47-47 with 13:10 left in the game. Williams – who sat out much of the second half with four fouls – hit a 3-pointer at 11:08 to put Randolph-Macon back in the lead, but Swarthmore’s momentum could not be stopped. “I think we just missed some shots. I think we missed some open looks,” Williams said. “The defense did get a little bit tighter, but I think we got the same looks that we wanted – looks at the rim, dribbledrives and stuff. [The shots] just didn’t fall.” Despite taking a 54-49 lead with 8:49 left on a Bays layup, the Yellow Jackets control of the game slowly ebbed away. O’Dell put the Garnet ahead 55-54 with a layup with 1:47 left. Bays connected on a 3-pointer with 31 seconds left to put Randolph-Macon back on top 57-55. On the ensuing possession, see NCAA, pg. 11
Keck picks CNU
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Patrick Henry football player Jack Keck (seated, right) committed to play for Christopher Newport University in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry High School on Feb. 6. With him are (clockwise, from left): his mother, Ashly Keck; his sisters, Libby and Kelsie Keck; his brother, Matthew Keck; and his father, Craig Keck.
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Randolph-Macon head men’s basketball coach Josh Merkel calls a huddle with his players during the Yellow Jacket’s 58-57 loss to Swarthmore in an NCAA Division III Round of 16 tournament game at Amherst College in Amherst, Massachusetts, Friday.
Run like an Eagle
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Patrick Henry athlete Caroline Joyce (seated, second from right) committed to continue her track and field career at the University of Mary Washington in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry on Feb. 6. With her are (clockwise, from left): her father, Bill Joyce; her brother, Mack Joyce; her sisters, Olivia and Emmy Joyce; and her mother, Ginny Joyce.
Huber to Catawba
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Patrick Henry boys lacrosse player Jake Huber (seated, second from left) committed to further his athletic career at Catawba College in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry on Feb. 8. With him are (clockwise, from left): his mother, Travis Huber; his father, Jim Huber, and his grandparents, Dan and Nancy Byers.
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the Yellow Jackets did what they could to deny Swarthmore’s long-range shooters a good look at the basket, but the Garnet kept the ball moving
from one side of the court to the other and eventually got Harkins open at the baseline. He delivered. The Yellow Jackets made the most of the remaining 7 second. Despite successive fouls by Swarthmore, Anthony got a 3-point look with 2 seconds
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left. His shot hit the rim but Williams got off a put-back attempt at the buzzer. It didn’t go in. “Some bounces just didn’t go our way,” Williams said. Still, the senior thought of the future of his team.
“We’ve got a lot of guys coming back, a lot of young guys who did a lot of growing throughout the tournament,” he said. “It’s the end for me. It’s not the end for the team. Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlo-
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Patrick Henry senior Hailey Draper (seated, center) commited to continue her track and field career at Roanoke College in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry High School on Feb. 6. With her are her mother Carol Draper (left) and her father Nat Draper.
Roanoke-bound
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Patrick Henry JaBryah Haverkamp (seated, center) committed to continue her basketball career at Roanoke College in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry High School on Feb. 6. With her are (clockwise, from left): her mother, Tabetha Haverkamp; Patrick Henry head girls basketball coach Phillip Cobb; Patrick Henry assistant girls basketball coach Leslie Nuckols; and her father, Joe Haverkamp.
Patrick Henry’s Brandon Sullivan (seated, right) committed to continue his football career at Christopher Newport University in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry High School on Feb. 6. With him are (clockwise, from left): his mother, Tammi Sullivan; his father, Chris Sullivan; and his brother, Zach Sullivan.
To N.C. Wesleyan
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Patrick Henry’s Rian Pecci-Young (seated, center) committed to continue her athletic career at North Carolina Wesleyan in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry High School on Feb. 8. With her are (clockwise, from left): her mother, Cathy Pecci; her brother, Kody Pecci-Young; her aunt, Nacy Pecci; her brother, Max Pecci-Young; and her mother, mother Natalie Young.
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O-Dell 21, Shafer 6, Wiley 8, Visconti 8, Harkins 9, Abass 0, Ingram 6. RANDOLPH-MACON (27- Totals 25 1-5 58. 4) — Williams 23, Neely 12, Bays 3-point goals — R-MC: Williams 7, Anthony 9, Woods 2, Turner 0, Funderburg 2, Midulla 2, Roberton 5, Neeley 4, Bays 1; SC: Harkins 3, Visconti 2, Ingram 2. 0. Totals 23 1-2 57. SWARTHMORE
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Halftime: R-MC 41-33.
Peebles to Hornets
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Patrick Henry’s Ryann Peebles (seated, second from left) committed to play lacrosse for Shenandoah University in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry High School on Feb. 8. With her are (clockwise, from left): her father, Chris Peebles; her brother, Cannon Peebles; her grandmother, Betty Henley; and her mother, Karen Peebles.
Lassiter a Hornet
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Patrick Henry baseball player Gabe Lassiter (seated, center) committed to continue his athletic career at Shenandoah University in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry High School on Feb. 6. With him are (clockwise, from left): his father, Todd Lassiter; his sister, Isabella Lassister; his brothers, Cy and Lex Lassiter; and his mother Amanda Lassiter.
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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
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The Hanover County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on April 3, 2019, 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 19-01
Transportation
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 20 AND 23 OF THE HANOVER COUNTY CODE TO INCREASE WATER AND SEWER CAPACITY AND USER FEES PURSUANT TO TITLE 15.2, CHAPTER 21 OF THE CODE OF VIRGINIA, AND INCLUDING SPECIFICALLY VA. CODE §§ 15.2-2111, 15.2-2119 AND 15.2-2122, PROPOSED TO BE EFFECTIVE FOR THE FIRST FULL BILLING CYCLE OF THE FISCAL YEAR, AND TO MAKE VARIOUS OTHER CHANGES PROPOSED TO BE EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2019.
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Service fees and capacity fees—Residential EXISTING PROPOSED (a) Service Charge - Residential Customers Bimonthly Base Charge $21.79 $22.33 Consumption Charge 0 to 4,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons $5.84 $5.99 Above 4,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons $7.37 $7.55 Residential customers – sewer only $101.76 $104.30 (b) Capacity Fees - Residential Customers $6,149.00 $6,456.00
5/8” 1” 1 ½” 2” 3” SEC. 23-62
Bimonthly Base Charge
$21.79 $22.33 $108.94 $111.66 $6.81 $5.46
$6.98 $5.60
(b) Service Charge - Commercial II Customers EXISTING PROPOSED $1,361.90 $1,395.95
Consumption Charge All usage, per 1,000 gallons $4.49 Peak use fee per 1,000 gallons $1.34 (c) Capacity Fees for Commercial I and II Customers $6,149 $15,371 $30,744 $49,189 $98,380
$4.60 $1.37
$6,456 $16,139 $32,281 $51,648 $103,299
WATER CODE PROVISIONS SEC. 23-47
$10.62 $1.69 $5.14 $6.68
(b) Commercial I customers
Bimonthly Base Charge 1 ½” or less meter Greater than 1 ½” meter Volume Charge 0 to 50,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons Above 50,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons
Meter Size 5/8” 1” 1 ½” 2” 3”
$10.36
Consumption Charge 0 to 4,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons $1.65 4,001 to 15,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons $5.01 Over 15,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons $6.52
Service fees and capacity fees— Commercial I, Commercial II.
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$5,982 $13,226 $26,451 $42,322 $84,643
Capacity Fees EXISTING PROPOSED (a) Residential Customers 5/8” meter $5,982 $6,281 Greater than 5/8” meter in accordance with 23-47(b) (b) Capacity Fees for Commercial I, II, and III Customers Meter Size
Bimonthly Base Charge Meter Size 5/8" ¾" 1" 1 ½" 2" 3" 4" 6" Consumption Charge 0 to 15,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 15,001 to 1,000,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons Over 1,000,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons
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$10.36 $10.36 $25.93 $51.71 $82.71 $165.44 $258.48 $516.96
$10.62 $10.62 $26.58 $53.00 $84.78 $169.58 $264.94 $529.88
EXISTING $4.45 $5.01 $2.79
PROPOSED $4.56 $5.14 $2.86
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Commercial II customers connected to county-owned water systems: EXISTING PROPOSED Base charge per month $159.08 $163.06 Consumption charge per 1,000 gallons $2.58 $2.64 Peak use fee per 1,000 gallons $1.60 $1.64
(d) Commercial III customers connected to county-owned water systems: EXISTING PROPOSED Base charge per month $15,906.72 $16,304.39 Consumption charge per 1,000 gallons $2.11 $2.16 Peak use fee per 1,000 gallons $1.60 $1.64 (e) Water meters for irrigation only: Consumption charge per 1,000 gallons
EXISTING PROPOSED $6.17 $6.32
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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HANOVER COUNTY, VIRGINIA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND PROPOSED 2019 TAX RATES
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS The Hanover County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, April 3, 2019 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 NO. 19-02
Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, April 3, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover, Virginia, on the following:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE SCHEDULE OF FEES ESTABLISHED TO DEFRAY THE COST OF INSPECTIONS FOR THE EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL PROGRAM AND RE-INSPECTIONS OF STORM DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS, PURSUANT TO HANOVER COUNTY CODE SECTION 10-6 AND VIRGINIA CODE SECTION 62.144.15:54.
2019 Proposed Tax Rates Real Property Personal Property Qualifying Volunteer Fire and Rescue Vehicle Personal Property Qualifying Disabled Veterans Vehicle Personal Property Machinery and Tools Aircraft Personal Property Merchants’ Capital Mobile Home Generating Equipment
2018 $0.81 $3.57 $1.78
2019 $0.81 $3.57 $1.78
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$3.57 $0.50 $1.90 $0.81 $0.81
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A. Single family residence for which an agreement in lieu of a plan is submitted with less than one acre of total disturbance proposed, including certain accessory structures, uses, and barns requiring an agreement in lieu of a plan or an erosion and sediment control plan with less than one acre of total disturbance proposed Existing: $150 Proposed: $153 B. Land disturbing activities for improvements requiring a building permit and agreement in lieu of a plan associated with a single family residence, if the total land disturbance resulting from the proposed improvement is less than 10,000 square feet Existing: $25 Proposed: $25.50 C. Land disturbing activity requiring an erosion and sediment control plan, with less than 10,000 sq. feet of land disturbance proposed Existing: $200 Proposed: $204 Renewal fee - Existing: $200 Proposed: $204
All levies above are per one hundred dollars of assessed valuation.
D. Land disturbing activity requiring an erosion and sediment control plan, with a total duration of two (2) months or less Existing: $200 Proposed: $204 Renewal fee - Existing: $200 Proposed: $204
Hanover County Recycling Service District The County of Hanover, Virginia, proposes to levy a tax of $28.00 per residential lot located in the Hanover County Recycling Service District for the purpose of funding recycling services. The fee for the prior year was $24.30.
E. Land disturbing activity requiring an erosion and sediment control plan, with 10,000 sq. ft. or more of land disturbance proposed, excluding single or multi-family residential development of 5 lots or more Base fee – Existing: $600 Proposed: $612 Per acre of disturbed land for every acre up to 10 acres – Existing: $300 Proposed $306 6 month renewal fee – Existing: $800 Proposed: $816
Atlee Manor Sewer Service District The County of Hanover, Virginia, proposes to levy a tax of $780.00 per residential lot located in the Atlee Manor Sewer Service District for the purpose of funding sewer system improvements. The Hanover County Board of Supervisors is not obligated to adopt the proposed tax rates but may adopt rates up to the amounts listed as it deems necessary. Related information is available for inspection at the Office of the County Administrator, 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover, VA, (804) 365-6005, any regular working day between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Persons wishing to comment on the proposed rates should appear at the stated time and place. Written or oral statements will be accepted.
Erosion and Sediment Control Inspection Fees
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Single or multi-family residential development of 5 lots or more Base fee – Existing: $5,600 Proposed: $5,712 Per acre of disturbed land – Existing: $600 Proposed: $612 6 month renewal fee – Existing: $1,600 Proposed: $1,632
Storm drainage system inspection fees
A. Minimum storm drainage system re-inspection fee for inspections requiring a confined space crew for up to 4 hours Existing: $900 Proposed: $918 B. Storm drainage system re-inspection fee for inspections requiring a confined space crew per day for inspections that will exceed 4 hours Existing: $1,800 Proposed: $1,836
_____________________________________________ Cecil R. Harris, Jr., County Administrator 3.
Re-inspection fee for single-family building permit re-inspections
Existing: $50 Proposed: $51 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.
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Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Planning Commission has set Thursday, March 21, 2019, 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:
Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, March 27, 2019, 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
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C-49-05(c), AM. 1-19, ELLEN H. AND KEITH T. BROOKS (HORIZON HILLS FARM) Request(s) an amendment to the proffers approved with rezoning request C-49-05(c), Keith and Ellen Brooks, on GPINs 7801-98-9902, 7801-99-9132 and 7801-99-1454, zoned AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, and located on the west line of Clazemont Road (State Route 715) approximately 1.8 miles south of its intersection with Mountain Road (U.S. Route 33). The proposed zoning amendment would eliminate the cash proffer. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna
C-16-18(c), WILBUR F. ALLEN LIVING TRUST, ANNE MARIE ALLEN AND DALE T. ALLEN Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, on GPINs 7719-07-4266 and 7719-07-7818, consisting of approximately 20.0 acres, and located at the terminus of Toms Half Acre Drive (private road) approximately 750 feet north of its intersection with Bienvenue Road (State Route 607). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of two building lots for a gross density of one dwelling unit per 10.0 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna
C-8-18(c), RIVERSTONE PROPERTIES, L.L.C. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, and M-1(c), Limited Industrial District with conditions, to B-3(c), General Business District with conditions, and M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions, on GPINs 8715-24-8306, 8715-13-6965, 8715-14-4383, 8715-13-0924, 8715-13-8369, 8715-34-3128, 8715-34-6955, 8715-353220, 8715-25-7106, 8715-24-3300, 8715-25-5033 and 8715-35-1487 consisting of approximately 113.26 acres, and located on the south line of Pole Green Road (State Route 627) approximately 600 feet east of its intersection with AMF Drive (State Route 1126). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Multi-Use. The proposed zoning amendment would permit various business and light industrial uses. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Mechanicsville
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CUP-17-18, VERIZON WIRELESS Request(s) a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Sections 26-165.1 and 26174.1 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a telecommunications tower and related facilities for a tower that exceeds 140 feet in height on GPIN 8715-21-1871, consisting of approximately 30.0 acres (CUP area is 5,160 square feet), zoned M-1(c), Limited Industrial District with conditions, and M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions, and located on the east line of AMF Drive (State Route 1126) approximately 0.7 miles south of Pole Green Road (State Route 627). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Multi-Use. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Mechanicsville
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CUP-16-18, CHICK-FIL-A, INC. Request(s) a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Section 26-165.1 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a fast food restaurant with drive-through on GPIN 8706-01-1301, consisting of approximately 1.65 acres, zoned M-1(c), Limited Industrial District with conditions, and located on the southeast quadrant of the intersection of Chamberlayne Road (U.S. Route 301) and Times Dispatch Boulevard (State Route 1000). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Limited Industrial. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Chickahominy
ORDINANCE OF VACATION OV-5-18, TIMOTHY L. ALLEN (TOM’S HALF ACRE) Request(s) an Ordinance of Vacation in accordance with Section 15.2-2272, Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, in order to vacate a property line between GPINs 7719-07-4266 and 7719-07-7818, located at the terminus of Tom’s Half Acre Road (private road) approximately 750 feet north of its intersection with Bienvenue Road (State Route 607) as shown on the plat titled “Tom’s Half Acre,” prepared by Michael L. Parrish & Associates, Inc., recorded June 9, 2009, in Subdivision Plat Book 39, Page 301, in the Office of the Clerk of the Hanover County Circuit Court. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Henry
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PAULA P. BROWN Request(s) an exception from Chapter 10, Environmental Management, Article II, Section 10-40 (a) (3) and Section 10-40 (b) of the Hanover County Chesapeake Bay Preservation Ordinance to permit development and redevelopment in the Resource Protection Area (RPA) on GPIN 8746-47-1718. The property is zoned A-1, Agricultural District, consisting of approximately 55.9 acres, and located on the north line of Spring Run Road (State Route 628) approximately 1,200 feet east of its intersection with Studley Road (State Route 606). Permission is requested to allow an encroachment into the RPA for an existing water bottling facility (Virginia Artesian) constructed in phases between 1996 and 2017. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Henry 905711-01
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HANOVER COUNTY, VIRGINIA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FISCAL YEAR 2020 PROPOSED BUDGET Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to Virginia Code Section 15.2-2506, the Hanover County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on the County Administrator’s FY20 Proposed Budget, Five-Year Capital Improvements Program, and Five-Year General Fund Financial Plan and associated ordinances being proposed for adoption. This public hearing will be held on Wednesday, April 3, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover, Virginia. At that time, all interested persons may present written or oral statements and ask questions regarding the entire budget including proposed revenue sources. Copies of the entire FY20 Proposed Budget and the related documents listed above are available for public inspection any regular working day between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. in the Office of the County Administrator, 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover, Virginia, phone number (804) 365-6005. Forms for written comments may also be obtained at that office.
Hanover County, Virginia Proposed Capital Improvements Program Fiscal Years 2020 through 2024
Hanover County, Virginia Proposed Five-Year General Fund Financial Plan Fiscal Years 2020 through 2024
Cecil R. Harris, Jr., County Administrator The following is a summary of the Proposed Budget, Five-Year Capital Improvements Program and Five-Year General Fund Financial Plan:
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Advance purchase is a sure bet for horse festival DRPT meeting open to public March 27 Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com DOSWELL — Horse and dog enthusiasts can save money by purchasing advance online tickets to the annual Virginia Horse Festival. This year’s event will be held Friday through Sunday, May 3-5, at The Meadow Event Park in Caroline County and will coincide with the Saturday, May 4, running of the Kentucky Derby. Early bird tickets are on sale now, and through Sunday, March 31, guests can buy an adult ticket for just $10, which is $5 off the gate admission price. From Monday, April 1, through Thursday, May 2, at 11:59 p.m., advance adult tickets are $12, which saves $3 off gate pricing. Children 12 and under will be admitted free, but a ticket is still required. These can be added to online carts or obtained at ticket booths during the event. A three-day festival pass is available online as well, and through May 1 at 11:59 p.m. the pass is just $20. After that, festival passes are good for all three days can be purchased during the event for $25. To mark Derby Day, a free showing of the Kentucky Derby will be held Saturday in the Farm Bureau Center exhibit hall. Special activities for families to enjoy will take place at
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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.
Thursdays The Rotary Club of Ashland meets at noon for lunch at the Henry Clay Inn at 114 N. Railroad Ave. in Ashland. For more information, contact Jennifer Fox at 804314-2834 or jfox@barnesfamilylaw. com.
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that time as well. There also will be a special private viewing of the race during a ticketed Derby Day Party. The celebration will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday in Meadow Hall. Tickets to the event include mint julep tours of the historic house and barns; a visit with Kate Chenery Tweedy
Virginia Horse Festival Friday through Sunday, May 3-5, at The Meadow Event Park
of the family who owned Secretariat; a cocktail party on the veranda; and a Derby hat contest emceed by local radio and television personality Bill Bevins. Advance Derby Day Party tickets are $50 and can be purchased online
Second Tuesdays Hanover Family Support Group, a support group for family members of a loved one with a mental illness, meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the second Tuesday evening of each month at the Ashland office of Hanover Community Services located at 12300 Washington Highway in Ashland. Attendees support one another, share experiences, challenges and resources and to advocate for their loved ones. For more information, contact Kathy Redfearn, LCSW at 804-675-4230. The Hanover County Historical Society will be conducting
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through Monday, April 30, at 11:59 p.m. Tickets for the private Derby party that also include admission to the festival are $60 in advance through April 30. The festival will host a wide variety of equine clinics, demonstrations and competitions. The JTO Trail Challenge will be open to competitors from across the state. Participants in this trail obstacle course will compete on Friday and Saturday, and the finale will be held Sunday. Entertainment this year includes the Canine Stars, an international dog show that features rescue dogs. One of the group’s dogs and its trainer, Sara Carson and Hero, made it to the finals of America’s Got Talent in 2017. Canine Stars dogs perform agility demonstrations, disc tricks and freestyle dancing and will give three performances each day. Fe at u re d e nt e r t a i n m e nt also includes the Aurora equestria n circus of Legacy Family Entertainment. The three daily performances will feature trick riding, singers, dancers, comedy and aerialists.
free tours of the Old Hanover Courthouse on the Historic Courthouse Green from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every second Tuesday through December. The address is 13182 Hanover Courthouse Road in Hanover. For more information, visit http://www.hanoverhistorical. org/index.html.
Second Tuesdays The Clay Spring Garden Club in Ashland meets at 1 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month (except for the month of July at the First Baptist Church in Ashland off of U.S. 54. Karen Fritter is the president. Doors are open to anyone who would like to attend.
Staff Report news@mechlocal.com RICHMOND – A public meeting designed to identify unmet intercity bus needs across the Commonwealth will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 27, at the VDOT Ashland Residency at 523 N. Washington Hwy. in Ashland. The Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) invites all interested members of the public to attend. Created under the Federal Transit Administration's 5311 (f) program, Virginia launched its first intercity bus service, known as the Virginia Breeze in 2017. The daily roundtrip service connects passengers from Blacksburg to Washington, D.C., along the Interstate 81 and Interstate 66 corridors, with stops along the route in Christiansburg, Lexington, Staunton, Harrisonburg, Front Royal, Dulles International Airport, and West Falls Church Metro.
The DRPT vision is the creation of a statewide network of connected public transportation services. Intercity bus program goals include: Improved linkages between the state’s rural areas and the services available in the state’s urban areas, particularly for persons with limited options for personal mobility, and Access to the national intercity bus, rail and air networks for persons living in rural areas and small towns and cities. The purpose of the meetings is to provide information about DRPT’s intercity bus program and progress to date on this study, and to identify alternatives for expanded intercity bus service. Input collected in these meetings will help DRPT identify underserved corridors and needed intercity bus service improvements. For more information, contact: Rebecca Askey at 804-786-6797 or Emily DelRoss at 804-786-6796.
Realtor Shamsha Jiwani joins Weichert ASHLAND — Realtor Shamsha Jiwani has joined the Ashland office of Weichert Realtors® -- Home Run Realty. She will be assisting home buyers and sellers in the Central Virginia and the Richmond metro area with all their real estate needs. “We are thrilled to have Shamsha join our team of talented agents,” Emma Lee Mitchell, the owner of Weichert, Realtors® -- Home Run Realty, said. “Jiwani’s commitment to put the needs of her clients’ first – along with a willingness to go above and beyond to create a memorable experience for home buyers and sellers – will be a tremendous asset for our office.” Jiwani joins a team of knowledgeable and dedicated agents at Weichert, Realtors® -- Home Run Realty, which brings many years of combined real estate experience to their clients. She also said she is excited to take advantage of the numerous business tools and marketing support Weichert® provides its affiliate agents to help
them offer the best real estate service in the industry. Jiwani worked at Keller Williams Midlothian prior to joining Weichert, Realtors® -- Home Run Realty. She also has owned several small retail businesses since 1985, which she will continue to run while assisting her real estate clients. She also is a member of Richmond Area Association of Realtors, Virginia Association of Realtors and National Association of Realtors. Jiwani, who lives in Glen Allen, is multilingual and speaks English, Hindi and Urdu. Weichert, Realtors® - Home Run Realty is an independently owned and operated Weichert® affiliate. The office serves Central Virginia and the Richmond metro area and surrounding counties. For more information about Weichert, Realtors® -- Home Run Realty, located at 500 England St. in Ashland, contact Charlene Mitchell at 804-752-3503 or visit homerunrealtyva.com.