In 2000 Jim Auxer decided to run for mayor of Shepherdstown. High 49F. Shepherdstown will hold its meetings online via Zoom. In 1972 Jim finally got an opportunity to work in the major league of tough cases when he became a counselor at Camp Hill State Prison in Harrisburg. 304.876.0910 You can pay your bill at Town Hall located at 104 North King Street (in person or using the dropbox), online at www.shepherdstown.us, or by phone at 304-318-8590. John Allen, Jr. Used to be, in order to build a community, you have to have water and sewer. NO, I didnt expect to win, he laughed. They became involved, enjoyed my friends and my friends families. 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. Both water and power were disconnected and the area surrounding the building was cordoned off for safety. The U.S. Congress passed the American Rescue Plan in March. Town Run, the stream that runs through downtown Shepherdstown, powered the mill. Payment options include cash, check, credit card (processing fees apply), and e-check (processing fees apply). And this is our opportunity to make long-lasting strides.. The fair Joselyn is in Jefferson High School Class of 2010. Judith Ford The town councils plan for the mill was to turn it into a facility to promote arts, culture and general community use. Jefferson County Commission President Steve Stolipher says the area draws city residents who are wanting a more rural lifestyle. Richard Klein 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. The CATF event scheduled for July 9th will be held in the parking lot of the Marinoff Theater at 62 West Campus Drive on Shepherd University Campus. Even now, nearly half of the money remains. Upon approval of repairs from the insurance company, a firm was contacted to evaluate the damage and provide a plan for the repairs. Gary & Iris Heichel 1:07 SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.Va. Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxer's fight to turn the 279-year-old Thomas Shepherd's grist mill into the premier symbol of the town's history fell apart Tuesday.. SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.Va. Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxer was elected to another two-year term in Tuesday's municipal election, defeating challenger Todd Cotgreave, according to unofficial results. Photo by Michael Theis/Chronicle. These folks are coming out from town, the first thing they want to know is whats the internet service, how fast it is, he said. Please note, you will need your account number to sign up. Morning clouds will give way to sunshine for the afternoon. Jim realized that Shepherdstown would feed his love of history. He gives credit to the Town Council. To this day, no one is more proud of this marine than is the Mayor of Shepherdstown Arthur James Auxer III. Dick & Judy Pharr Mary J.C. Hendrix The Welcome Center will open Friday, July 9th. Jack Young, Keith Alexander Allen E. Meske & T. Nicole Saunders-Meske You have permission to edit this article. Imagine that same mayor regularly picking up trash in town. 0:04 0:56 SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.Va. Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxer was elected to another two-year term in Tuesday's municipal election, defeating challenger Todd Cotgreave, according to. Rebecca Phipps Linda Hope The lad loved football but he also loved history, and Shepherdstown was a great recruiting tool. Sara Smith His first job out was at Sully Elementary in Sterling, Va., teaching 4th grade. M.S. SHEPHERDSTOWN Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxer recently signed a National Society Daughters of the American Revolution proclamation declaring the month of November as "National American Indian Heritage Month.". Denver & Wendy Beckner 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. The back of the Market House appears to have endured the most serious damage. He just tells it like it was. Hes the recipient of awards and honors such as 2009 SU Alumni of the Year and takes it all in with humility. Thanks for your patience and understanding. The integrity and performance of the police force is also a point of both pride and passion for Ford, and he vows to work with the mayor and fellow council members to ensure its continued excellence. Gloria Thatcher Kath Meadows He was also the football coach at Broadrun High School where he worked with Shepherd alumni: Lynn Carr and Ronnie Pyles. Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxer cares a lot about the environment. John & Margaret Demer Jim played for the Rams for four years, lettering four times and was chosen all-conference two years running. "Infrastructure is my thing." Winds WNW at 10 to 20 mph.. Clear. Greentree Realty Edwinna Bernat Ralph & Marsha Scorza Paul & Lisa Welch Jerry Bock & Bruce Massey Mark Outhier He supports town events, school events, and goes to ALL Rams football games. Bedinger Dale Walter The county, at the tip of the Eastern Panhandle, offers a quick commute to the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. I do what I can.. Jim Ford has been a resident of Shepherdstown for nearly two decades, and upon this most recent reelection, is enjoying a seventh term on the council. Jim finds it difficult to even think about her leaving and said wistfully as most parents do at this time. The area around the library is taped off including the streets on both sides of the library. Bryan & Judith Robertson One fine day, Dawn Fye, an eye-catching resident in the Harrisburg neighborhood was out renovating her home. At first glance hes a bear of a man, serious and a little gruff. The Shepherdstown community often comes together for the common good. Call 304-876-0910 on Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday to inquire. Yocencia Deal Critics questioned his spending priorities as hundreds of millions of CARES Act dollars went untouched. Eighteen years later, the Auxer home, now with kittens Chief and Teke, is still that wonderful place on New Street. And the small Eastern Panhandle town is about to receive a lot more federal relief funds $800,000 through the American Rescue Plan. Ross Patterson Adam & Shannon Thomas Special tours are possible if a volunteer docent is available. Frank C. Joe Khare, Jr. & Cheryl A. 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. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular commented articles. We still think thats not the best use of the funds and are really disappointed that they didnt get out the door at the height of the pandemic to address the needs of families and businesses and workers who are really impacted by Covid-19, Allen said. Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. Arthur James Jim Auxer III Posted on November 1, 2021 | They dont have to spend all the money right now, Piercy said. Elisabeth Staro Public infrastructure: we all know living here in West Virginia that that is something that has been significantly underfunded for a number of years. Jim does not minimize this experience, nor does he exaggerate. He said people living in some of the rural parts of the area struggle with getting fast internet speeds. You can pay your bill at Town Hall located at 104 North King Street (in person or using the dropbox), online at www.shepherdstown.us, or by phone at 304-318-8590. Copyright Shepherdstown Chronicle | https://www.shepherdstownchronicle.com | 123C S. Duke Street, Shepherdstown, WV 25443 | 304-876-3380. Payment options include cash, check, credit card (processing fees apply), and e-check (processing fees apply). Edward Trainor 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. West Virginia received $1.25 billion from the CARES Act in April 2020 and set aside $265 million of that for local governments. The governors office did not respond to an email asking about what the rest will be used for. Sharon Henderson Marie Tyler-McGraw The Museum will be closed for the winter and reopen in the spring. EMAIL US. Stephanie Unger Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Frank & Annette van Hilst David & Rosalind Black 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? 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. Dr. Raleigh Watson, Jr. Shepherdstown received around $250,000 in CARES Act funds, according to the state auditors office. Dear Valued Corporation of Shepherdstown Customer: Beginning November 1, you will notice multiple changes with your new monthly utility bill. Upton & Ann Martin Included in that money is more than $2 billion for stimulus checks, $138 million in broadband funding and $2 million for internet hotspots. Al & Sheila Vertino EMAIL US. He also led the effort to amend the town ordinances to prohibit discrimination based upon sexual orientation. In 1969 he graduated with a BA in History and Elementary Education (with an emphasis on Physical Education). The force pushed out the wall on the right side of the building. 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. Colin & Sonia Heijne Im very proud of what Joselyn has done. Ann Saalbach Martin Burke & Barbara Spicher West Virginia received. Mayor Jim Auxer "Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Georgiann Toole And loving it. James Maddy Stuart Wallace & Karene Motivans, Mary OHara James & Mary Holland Only half of what governments are due through the American Rescue Plan is available this spring; the other half cant be accessed until next year. Linda Kelso 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 The 80s had brought all kinds of change for Jim Auxer. Peter Van Ryzin Grove & Dallolio Architects Frederic & Anne DAlauro, Erdem & Joan Ergin If you are unable to locate needed information, please contact Town Hall at 30-876-2312. -Martin Luther King, Jr. Corporation of Shepherdstown. Meeting information regarding scheduling will be provided on the Town's website and Facebook page. He had been noticed on the football field and several colleges were interested but when it came time to choose, he chose Shepherd College. Marie Anderson Mayor Jim Auxer, Corporation of Shepherdstown. Jeffrey Shepherd 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. 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. No one thought I was going to win. Well he did win and began immediately working on Shepherdstown infrastructure. Timony & Susan Sheehan Johnna Armstrong My mom is the nicest and best person I know.. Bob & Linda Reynolds 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. James Cain & Karen Meyer-Cain 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. Suggested donation: $4.00 per person. . The damage to the rear wall extends to the roofline. Fran Brolle Infrastructure is my thing. First the septic system hook-up for the East End that had been promised in 1980 was completed and then the sewer plant started, then another election and another mayor. Michael Sullivan & Susan Hirsch 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. There is significant damage to the right rear corner and right rear side of the building. Canvassing of the ballots cast, including provisional ballots, is scheduled for Monday. First elected in 2008, Jims leadership has since worked to maintain the towns status as a crown jewel of West Virginia. Kelch had a reverse mortgage on the property and had filed for bankruptcy. Winds light and variable. But theres a lot of pressure for local governments to get it right. Auxer estimates Shepherdstown lost a couple hundred thousand dollars in revenue due to the pandemic, but he credited federal relief money for helping keep the town whole. Raised in Shepherdstown, Cheryl Roberts graduated from Shepherd (College) and has worked at the Department of Veterans Affairs for 36 years. Sue Kennedy is a former public relations executive and Emmy Award winning screenplay writer. He's also been a member of the Water Board since 2012. Bill Senseney & Angie Sosdian Brown, John & Terri Griffith Thank you for your cooperation as we move forward in this trying time. The mill has been standing at what today is 207 E. High St. since it was built in 1738 or 1739. Roy Winkel, Jennifer Allen George Rutherford Susan Smith Tabitha Johnston SHEPHERDSTOWN The town of Shepherdstown received an unexpected Christmas gift last month, from Bethesda, Md.-based organization Alley Cat Allies. A message from Mayor Jim Auxer Posted on July 7, 2021 | Posted in Uncategorized The Shepherdstown Library (Market House) was struck by a vehicle between 6:00 p.m. Sunday, July 4th, and 6 a.m. Monday, July 5th. The mill was built by Thomas Shepherd Sr., founder of the town named after him in 1762. She is a Witness Ministry leader at Asbury United Methodist Church, an Active Life Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., is the newly-elected president of the Shepherdstown Lions Club, sits on the board of the Shepherd University Athletic Club, and is a Life Member of the NAACP. Every effort will be made for public access to the meetings. Not to be discouraged, and There was still a lot of work to do Jim ran again, and in 2007 he won again. Joselyn Auxer was born in 1991 and by this time the Auxers had bought a home on New Street in Shepherdstown. Blosser said figuring out how to spend that money has been a collaborative effort. William Bromley It was recommended the library's rear and right walls should be shored up on the first and second floors inside of the library. The cost of college was beyond the reach of many, unless they came looking for you. "We want everybody to be safe and healthy," Auxer said. Now, more then ever before, every town across America needs and deserves a leader who puts the welfare, safety and best interests of its people above all else. Andreas Pfann Eventually he had responsibility for 250 inmates and 70 officers at Camp Hill. They collectively lent her around $267,000 on the promise that she would include them in her will, he said. Sandy Brown During a June 7 presentation to a legislative interim committee on the American Rescue Plan funds, Ann Urling, the governors deputy chief of staff, told lawmakers that its important that the state use a data-driven methodology that shows where we can make the biggest impact in our state by using these funds strategically., She said U.S. Treasury guidelines encourage the state to hold listening sessions across the state to ensure inclusive stakeholder input.. SHEPHERDSTOWN - Imagine calling the mayor of your town and asking him or her to remove a bird trapped in your rain spout. James Leathers Susan Kemnitzer Brown John & Terri Griffith Matthew Merkle & Katherine Hall Meyer Family Trust Peter & Victoria Smith Benefactor $500 - $999 Frank & Wilma Coe Frederic & Anne D'Alauro William Drennen, Jr. Frank & Wilma Coe My father loved watching me play ball. Today, Jim gives Shepherd College credit for helping him build the foundation for his life. Ann Taylor Andy & Sondra Hosey, Arch & Connie Hoxton Jane McSwain In numerous other states, the governor didnt have sole authority over the CARES Act spending, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. First Amendment: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Thomas Banks 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. Rhys & Jennifer Gerholdt Richard & Joni Lyon Five years later, Dawn, with a Masters Degree in industrial psychology and a prestigious career in government, decided to give it up for the world of the stay at home Mom and shes never looked back. Hes also been a member of the Water Board since 2012. My parents enjoyed my college education almost as much as I did. Auxer, 75, can be found in his Town Hall office, literally seven . She considers it an honor and a responsibility to keep Shepherdstown a safe, lively, community-driven place for all. Although the U.S. Treasury has released interim guidance on how to use the funds, the rules havent been finalized yet. 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. Austin & Carmen Slater Copyright 1999 2023 GoDaddy Operating Company, LLC. [emailprotected], Marriages and Deaths in the Shepherdstown Register, 1849-1850. Though Jim has had little time to ride lately, Bernie at 28 is still around, just not in the New Street house. We, and our neighbors, have been witness to an amazing spring ritual in recent years. This was completed Monday evening and the building was then secured. 129 E. German St. 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. The new format also includes a graph showing water usage so that you will be able to monitor your water consumption. 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. James Stuart Osbourn, Frances Bernstein Determined to show up and do the work, Haynes realizes that the strength of Shepherdstowns future relies on the power of people working together towards the greater good. Over the past 2 years there was extensive restoration of the building completed. John & Hope Snyder Dianne Roman Auxer said Shepherdstown officials are talking with the county and neighboring municipalities about ways to use the funds for broadband projects. Matthew & Claudia Dressler Stroech has a history of participating on various town committees, and feels it has prepared him to help shape discussions and identify needsoften in order to delegate to proper committees and task forces. Auxer began topping Spaurs bids by $1 at a time until Spaur began jumping $200, $330 and $500 at a time. Chess & Lynn Yellott Henry Willard My parents were always supportive of my brother and me. We had a wonderful childhood. When Arthur Jr. died he left his family with great memories, but Ruth, at age 84, just retired from teaching in the school her sons attended: Central Dolphin High School. Moreover, because of COVID-19, many voters utilized absentee and early-voter ballots. The three-story mill, including its millworks and steel-overshot waterwheel, is limited to single-family residential use, according to Shepherdstown zoning regulations. He said Its not like you see on TV. Miraculously, this well-documented riot resulted in no deaths despite the three-day hostage situation and $250 million in damages. First elected in 2008, Jim's leadership has since worked to maintain the town's status as a crown jewel of West Virginia. That internet access is important everywhere in West Virginia, including in Jefferson County. That kind of collaboration can be seen in Jefferson County. John & Helen Burns Chazz & Donna Printz I provide counseling, solve problems and help the jail run better. Blake Swihart & Laura Krinock David & Margaret Coe Alan & Jane Levitan, Al & Sara Lueck Samuel Billmyer "We'll get through it.". 2023 www.heraldmailmedia.com. The Shepherdstown community often comes together for the common good. William Conner This means Justice and the Legislature will have to work together on the $1.355 billion the state receives of American Rescue Plan funds an amount thats separate from what the local governments received under the same spending guidelines. For them, and for communities around West Virginia, it represents a huge opportunity. Richard Irwin . Shepherdstowns 2020 municipal election wrapped up on July 21paving the way for three new town council members. He has nothing but praise for Meredith Wait, president of the SBA, and Dr. Suzanne Shipley for willingly and regularly sitting down with him to bring Shepherd University, the business community and the town government all under one tent for the betterment of Shepherdstown. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. 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. Auxer was recognized as a hero for his selflessness and would go on to receive many decorations for meritorious service during World War II. Jefferson County Historical Society The opportunities here are enormous, but the opportunities here to get it wrong are enormous as well, Blosser said. FREE admission to Historic Shepherdstown members, children, students and military. The economic stimulus bill included not only money for local governments but also billions of dollars in direct relief for West Virginia.