The Corporation Of Shepherdstown, under the management of Mayor Jim Auxer, was awarded the 2011 Preservation Award for their continued support of The Historic Entler Hotel Building. Chess & Lynn Yellott Marellen Aherne The 80s had brought all kinds of change for Jim Auxer. All of these projects are still on the table, he said, and county commissioners are holding a meeting next week to get feedback on how to spend the funds. They became involved, enjoyed my friends and my friends families. Shepherdstown received around $250,000 in CARES Act funds, according to the state auditors office. Stephen Pearson Dennis Barron Fran Brolle Itll build your community, Stolipher said. Auxer said he is proud the town is the first to make the change and that he wants the town to be a trendsetter. The damage to the rear wall extends to the roofline. William Bromley I provide counseling, solve problems and help the jail run better. "I am honored and humbled to be the mayor of Shepherdstown," [] 304.876.0910 Governments have a lot more flexibility with American Rescue Plan money in comparison to the CARES Act money, which had to be used explicitly for costs incurred because of the pandemic. Auxer began topping Spaurs bids by $1 at a time until Spaur began jumping $200, $330 and $500 at a time. During the 2021 state legislative session, lawmakers passed and Justice signed House Bill 2014, which requires that the legislature appropriate federal funds exceeding $150 million during a state of emergency. The recruiting network that came into play included Roscoe Warner, coach at Harrisburg Susquehanna who spent summers coaching training camp at Shepherd and Jesse Riggleman, Roscoes good friend and Central Dolphin Coach. Peter & Lois Spreen Used to be, in order to build a community, you have to have water and sewer. High 49F. Frederic & Anne DAlauro, Erdem & Joan Ergin The U.S. Congress passed the American Rescue Plan in March. Journal photo by Toni Milbourne Ross Patterson Ford is focused on Shepherdstown's economic viabilityfrom town hall to main street. Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxer said he is happy people are pleased with the decision and that he supported the change because he believed it would be a positive one. Marie Anderson Rebecca Phipps Well, imagine no more for that mayor actually exists and he's Jim Auxer of Shepherdstown. Rick & Shannon Taylor "We'll get through it.". Arthur James Jim Auxer III Ann Christy Mark Outhier Unlike in the last Municipal Election, Mayor Jim Auxer is running unopposed for reelection. SHEPHERDSTOWN - Imagine calling the mayor of your town and asking him or her to remove a bird trapped in your rain spout. Bill Carrigan He didnt say he starred for hes a modest man but he was captain and all-state defense, so starring was a good guess. All Rights Reserved. Stephanie Unger He was the older of Ruth and Arthurs two sons. John & Mary Kavaliunas Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Scott Genovese Jack Kendall & James Puglisi You will have the option to sign up for paperless billing and autopay by clicking here. Ted & Kathy Slinger Susan Mitchell And the small Eastern Panhandle town is about to receive a lot more federal relief funds $800,000 through the American Rescue Plan. The county will receive more than $11 million in American Rescue Plan money, and Stolipher said his top priority is increasing broadband access. Lets kind of take a step back and look at what some of our common goals are.. Eventually he had responsibility for 250 inmates and 70 officers at Camp Hill. At the end of the voting day on July 21, and after a few hours of counting, Auxer was reelected as mayor by a margin of 184 votes. Tabitha Johnston SHEPHERDSTOWN The town of Shepherdstown received an unexpected Christmas gift last month, from Bethesda, Md.-based organization Alley Cat Allies. Roberts was reelected with 229 votes, Ford was reelected with 156 votes, Stroech won with 187 votes, Amerikaner won with 186 votes, and Haynes prevailed with 176 votes. https://da57dc.p3cdn1.secureserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Screen-Shot-2020-07-30-at-1.36.19-PM.png?time=1677669867, https://da57dc.p3cdn1.secureserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/SVC_logo_80.png, 2020 Election Produces Both New and Familiar Faces. Elliot & Nancy Kirschbaum SHEPHERDSTOWN This Tuesday from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m, the polls in Town Hall will be ready for Corporation of Shepherdstown residents to vote in the 2022 Municipal Election. Shepherdstowns 2020 municipal election wrapped up on July 21paving the way for three new town council members. My friends loved them and still go to see my mom. Jims high school buddies dont just make a pass-by at Ruth Auxers either. Wayne & Teresa McLaughlin Marty Amerikaner and his wife landed in Shepherdstown five years ago. The Shepherdstown community often comes together for the common good. All rights reserved. And as one of the Panhandle's greenest, most outdoor-friendly locations, he feels it's everyone's responsibility to help keep Shepherdstown clean. There was a time when Jim owned a horse stable and showed jumpers: Bernie and Airport. [emailprotected], Marriages and Deaths in the Shepherdstown Register, 1849-1850. Dr. Raleigh Watson, Jr. But then you listen to his soft spoken way with a rational explanation or you sit in a single issue Town Hall meeting and watch him listen intently and respectfully to anyone who has something to say, and a different picture emerges. ), swims with FAST (Frederick Area Swim Team) and is an AP scholar to boot, Joselyns been fielding calls from some big name colleges in New England. Proving once again the apple doesnt fall very far from the tree. SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.Va. Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxers fight to turn the 279-year-old Thomas Shepherds grist mill into the premier symbol of the towns history fell apart Tuesday. He just tells it like it was. Frank & Annette van Hilst Timony & Susan Sheehan Shepherdstown will hold its meetings online via Zoom. David & Margaret Coe As for the upcoming election, Jim Auxer is the right man for any time. Posted in Uncategorized, The Shepherdstown Library (Market House) was struck by a vehicle between 6:00 p.m. Sunday, July 4th, and 6 a.m. Monday, July 5th. Theyve messed up their lives and theyre locked-up. In numerous other states, the governor didnt have sole authority over the CARES Act spending, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. The new format also includes a graph showing water usage so that you will be able to monitor your water consumption. Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. SHEPHERDSTOWN Despite a rumor circulating that a case of COVID-19, otherwise known as the coronavirus, was confirmed in Shepherdstown over the weekend, Mayor Jim Auxer quickly debunked the story with a statement on the town's website Sunday evening. Wells Fargo Bank is the largest creditor at $900,000, Jefferson County Sheriff Peter Dougherty said. Jim & Mary Clare Eros Greentree Realty Town Run, the stream that runs through downtown Shepherdstown, powered the mill. Dianne Roman West Virginia received $1.25 billion from the CARES Act in April 2020 and set aside $265 million of that for local governments. Michael Sullivan & Susan Hirsch Downtown Shepherdstown. Mayor Jim Auxer "Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Sign up to receive updates on Shepherdstown events and more. Shes been involved with the Shepherdstown Community Club for over a decade, as well as the Shepherdstown Train Station, Shepherdstown Visitors Center, Parks and Recreation Commission, and various holiday endeavors. "Shepherdstown is a great place," said Auxer, who lauded the community's spirit and residents' care for one another. Hes the recipient of awards and honors such as 2009 SU Alumni of the Year and takes it all in with humility. They dont have to spend all the money right now, Piercy said. Gloria Thatcher "We want everybody to be safe and healthy," Auxer said. Call 304-876-0910 on Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday to inquire. When Auxer began to falter, Shepherdstown businessman Kenneth Lowe leaned over and offered him $5,000 to keep going, but even that failed to stop Spaur. You have to be in hibernation not to notice the changes that have taken place since Jim came to office two years ago. Johnna Armstrong The Mayor arrives at Town Hall at 6:30 a.m. on weekday mornings. "No one thought I was going to win." Well he did win and began immediately working on Shepherdstown infrastructure. It was the 1960s and college wasnt something that was a given for a lot of high school grads. James & Jean Scott In 2000 Jim Auxer decided to run for mayor of Shepherdstown. Meg Spurlin Donald & Dorrene Hale Jane McSwain Jack & Pat Egle The Welcome Center will open Friday, July 9th. Every effort will be made for public access to the meetings. Jim & Betsy Butzner Greene If you are unable to locate needed information, please contact Town Hall at 30-876-2312. He said people living in some of the rural parts of the area struggle with getting fast internet speeds. All Rights Reserved. It helps you fine-tune what youre going to be able to do; it helps you do some projects maybe you just didnt think youd be able to do, Auxer said. "Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Piercy and Blosser said local governments arent in a rush to spend the money. Susan Mayer Jim does not minimize this experience, nor does he exaggerate. Yesterday afternoon the building was assessed. Kelch had a reverse mortgage on the property and had filed for bankruptcy. Peter Van Ryzin Bill Drennen Betsy Coffey Dana Fogle Bedinger Now we must separate for the common good. We have a leader who is in constant contact with town committee members, seeing that all information is verified, the public is informed and needs, especially those of the elderly, dont go unnoticed. In Mayor Jim Auxer, Shepherdstown has such a leader. James & Mary Holland I didnt but I did lend her some tools and took her out for dinner. Apparently dinner went well and Jim and Dawn were married in 1986. Frank & Wilma Coe Meeting information regarding scheduling will be provided on the Town's website and Facebook page. Among seven candidates vying for the five at-large town council seats, Cheryl Roberts received 229 votes, followed by Chris Stroech (187), Marty Amerikaner (186), Jenny Haynes (176) and Jim Ford (156). Hali Taylor More than $589 million was unspent as of Monday, according to the state auditors office. And because shes a JHS champion swimmer (She holds records for the butterfly and had the best time in the area last year. Auxer plunged into the Pacific again and again to rescue brothers who had jumped to extinguish flames already eating away at their bodies. Unlike the CARES Act money, which initially came with a December 2020 deadline which has since been extended communities have until the end of 2024 to commit the American Rescue Plan funds and until the end of 2026 to spend the money. And hour later hes at the Wellness Center which he calls A great recruiting tool for Shepherd. Hes out on the street by 8:45 and on any given day is listening to townsfolk who stop him to talk. Susan Smith James Cain & Karen Meyer-Cain Judith Yost. The economic stimulus bill included not only money for local governments but also billions of dollars in direct relief for West Virginia. Erwin & Carol Asam Thats what I do. Morning clouds will give way to sunshine for the afternoon. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." Shepherdstown isnt alone in trying to determine how to spend such a significant amount of funds. Cheryl Gregory Bill Senseney & Angie Sosdian I do what I can.. Judith Ford To prevent the spread of COVID-19, Shepherdstown has closed its parks to all high congestion traffic and use areas such as playgrounds, basketball courts and pavilions. For example, Pennsylvanias legislature passed a bill allocating more than $2.6 billion of CARES Act funds. There is significant damage to the right rear corner and right rear side of the building. James Maddy One such recount was about a very young marine, one Arthur James Auxer Jr. Auxer was stationed on a ship in the Pacific near Pearl Harbor. Sandy Brown Elisabeth Staro Austin & Carmen Slater Shepherdstown, WV 25443 A Shepherd (College) alum as well as professed super-fan of Shepherdstown, Auxer returned to town in 1999 and was mayor from 2000-2004, and then again from 2008-present. Ann Taylor Officials across the state are working to figure out spending priorities as American Rescue Plan money pours into the state. Mayor Jim Auxer, left, stands in front of the trunk full of cat food with Mountain Cats TNR Founder Tina Creller on Dec. 30. Sue Kennedy is a former public relations executive and Emmy Award winning screenplay writer. He was appointed executor of the will of Patrinka Kelch, owner of the mill. The new bills come inserted in an envelope for greater customer privacy, and a return envelope is enclosed for your convenience. The repairs were approved within hours. In what Robertson described as a contested race this yeardue to heightened political awareness overall, as well as seven members running for five council positions, including a challenge to the mayormore than 200 voters participated, compared to just 45 voters in 2018. The Auxers got involved in scouting where Jim was a Life Scout: Order of the Arrow and he remembers camping and trips to Dewey Beach, Del. Edwinna Bernat Suggested donation: $4.00 per person. When you lead you have to be willing to show your people youre willing to do what they have to do. As for the real need to be thereThese men need counseling at Christmas more than any other time. Both water and power were disconnected and the area surrounding the building was cordoned off for safety. Mayor Jim Auxer, Corporation of Shepherdstown. He looks at his role on the council as a service to the community he loves and an opportunity to listen, and then listen some more. Now at Shepherd College football was big, the school could pick and choose. Your IP address is listed in our blacklist and blocked from completing this request. Here is a gentle man, one who feels so deeply about this town that hes willing to make the tough decisions, take ultimate responsibility, and then step up for the adherent slings and arrows. M.S. Changes for the better. The sidewalk that runs along the Sweet Shop will be open to pedestrians beginning Friday, July 9th. Information regarding the COVID-19 can also be found on the Town's website and Facebook page. They mow the lawn and shovel the snow, because. He's also been a member of the Water Board since 2012. Shepherdstown is lucky to have him. Sharon Henderson Included in that money is more than $2 billion for stimulus checks, $138 million in broadband funding and $2 million for internet hotspots. Posted in Uncategorized. Local governments in West Virginia are receiving a collective $679 million in American Rescue Plan money. Thank you for your cooperation as we move forward in this trying time. He pledged Tau Kappa Epsilon, managed Sara Cree, made lifelong friends and got good grades. My mom is the nicest and best person I know.. The insurance company was contacted and provided with reports and photographs of the damage. Auxer was forced to do the same to stay in the auction. Hes also been a member of the Water Board since 2012. Jim finds it difficult to even think about her leaving and said wistfully as most parents do at this time. The Shepherdstown community often comes together for the common good. Al & Sheila Vertino I think Dawn was hoping I offer to do the work for her, Jim laughed. I think that the emphasis is to look for as many collaborative opportunities as possible, said Jennifer Piercy, executive director of the County Commissioners Association of West Virginia. Auxer believes this will also help tourism of the city. Auxer, who has served as Shepherdstown's mayor since 2008, was first elected to the post in 2000 and then reelected for a second two-year term in 2002. Kelly Allen, executive director of the West Virginia Center on Budget and Policy, said most of the remaining money is planned to go toward compensating the states unemployment trust fund Justice has said this will later reduce taxes on businesses that typically fund unemployment benefits and to pay off a loan the state had taken from the U.S. Department of Labor during the pandemic to keep the trust fund solvent. Jim Auxer was the first in his family to go to college. Larry Dean & Mina Goodrich Im very proud of what Joselyn has done. Marie Tyler-McGraw Richard & Joni Lyon Within his tenure, Auxer takes particular pride in his commitment to Shepherdstowns ever-evolving infrastructure, small-business needs, water and sanitation, tourism, and the many ongoing beautification projects that keep the downtown area both attractive and engaging. Ben Miller Utilizing a professional background in psychology, Amerikaner looks forward to attending meetings and working together with his colleagues and townspeople on issues that affect everyone, and sees his new position as an opportunity to spotlight public acknowledgement of systemic disparities and the need for sustained evidence-based attempts to address them at the local, as well as national levels. Peter & Victoria Smith, Marianne Alexander Martin Burke & Barbara Spicher One fine day, Dawn Fye, an eye-catching resident in the Harrisburg neighborhood was out renovating her home. Public infrastructure: we all know living here in West Virginia that that is something that has been significantly underfunded for a number of years. The lad loved football but he also loved history, and Shepherdstown was a great recruiting tool. Sara Smith . He also led the effort to amend the town ordinances to prohibit discrimination based upon sexual orientation. Hes a strong believer in active community contribution, and is heavily involved in Shepherd Universitys popular Lifelong Learning program as well as SAIL (Shepherdstown Area Independent Living), the Shepherdstown Film Society, SPEAK Story Series, and the Shenandoah Community Health Clinic. Auxer was unable to top a $365,000 bid by a Jefferson County, W.Va. businessman during a public foreclosure auction in front of the county courthouse. But we have a mayor who is working tirelessly to keep all town employees on the job and maintain the cleanliness and services of the town. Jack Young, Keith Alexander Tripp Spaur, a partner in Jefferson Rentals in Kearneysville, W.Va. said he was undecided about his plans for the historic landmark. Denver & Wendy Beckner Dougherty said earlier there are several other claimants to Kelchs will. John & Helen Burns This was completed Monday evening and the building was then secured. Planning Commission Members Mayor Jim Auxer, President Christopher Cafiero, Vice President Terence Fulton Dr. Hani Al-Saleh Abby Streu Roger Munro Leah Rampy Andy Beall, Planning and Zoning Administrator, email abeall@shepherdstown.us or phone 304-876-6858 Information Notices Information Title 9 Planning and Zoning Ordinance Forms In addition, with President Joe Bidens infrastructure plan still a possibility, some governments dont want to commit dollars yet with more federal money possibly in play for certain projects. Chazz & Donna Printz Thank you for your cooperation. He says hes always been proud of the way his office has managed the towns financesespecially during COVID. Mayor Jim Auxer, Corp. of Shepherdstown EMAIL US. The new funds can be used for water and sewer projects, broadband and to backfill lost revenue, all of which Auxer is interested in doing with the money. Dawn, Joselyn and I will open gifts and celebrate a little in the morning and then Ill go to work. Why does the boss work holidays? 2021 Members - Historic Shepherdstown Our Members as of December 31, 2021 Preservation $1,000 & Up John Allen, Jr. Frank C. "Joe" Khare, Jr. & Cheryl A.
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