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. Auxer began topping Spaurs bids by $1 at a time until Spaur began jumping $200, $330 and $500 at a time. Lori Simmons Richard & Joni Lyon He gives credit to the Town Council. Gaylen & Karen Johnson 129 E. German Street(corner of German and Princess Streets)Shepherdstown, WV, P.O. Kath Meadows Shepherd wanted Jim Auxer. Kathy Sholl The Mayor arrives at Town Hall at 6:30 a.m. on weekday mornings. They mow the lawn and shovel the snow, because. Call 304-876-0910 on Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday to inquire. There was a riot in 1989 though that he wouldnt discuss. Matthew & Claudia Dressler For example, Pennsylvanias legislature passed a bill allocating more than $2.6 billion of CARES Act funds. He points out that, like any other town of any size, Shepherdstown has similar problems and issuesand his job, above all else, is to listen, be civil, and balance discussions so that the community has fair representation. James & Lou Ann Stovall 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. If you are unable to locate needed information, please contact Town Hall at 30-876-2312. Susan Mitchell Bill Carrigan Daren Wood The three-story mill, including its millworks and steel-overshot waterwheel, is limited to single-family residential use, according to Shepherdstown zoning regulations. 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. Used to be, in order to build a community, you have to have water and sewer. Winds light and variable. This area will remain closed until repairs are completed. Jim finds it difficult to even think about her leaving and said wistfully as most parents do at this time. But theres a lot of pressure for local governments to get it right. Were a close family., Back to 1999 After 28 years at Camp Hill State Prison, Jim decided it was time to go and joined the staff of Eastern Regional Jail as Vice President of Prime Care. 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. John Allen, Jr. Marc & Judith Briod Charles Brown Michael Sullivan & Susan Hirsch First elected in 2008, Jim's leadership has since worked to maintain the town's status as a crown jewel of West Virginia. Jim realized that Shepherdstown would feed his love of history. 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. He had been noticed on the football field and several colleges were interested but when it came time to choose, he chose Shepherd College. We must do our part to help flatten the curve. Jesse showed Roscoe game film, a dazzled Roscoe reports back to Shepherd and the rest is history. That kind of collaboration can be seen in Jefferson County. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." He soon headed up the mental health unit. They collectively lent her around $267,000 on the promise that she would include them in her will, he said. Winds WNW at 10 to 20 mph.. Clear. Timony & Susan Sheehan Robertson was uncontested in the race, winning with 236 votes. Peter & Lois Spreen Marty Amerikaner and his wife landed in Shepherdstown five years ago. Jim starred on the football field at Central Dolphin. West Virginia received $1.25 billion from the CARES Act in April 2020 and set aside $265 million of that for local governments. Rhys & Jennifer Gerholdt One fine day, Dawn Fye, an eye-catching resident in the Harrisburg neighborhood was out renovating her home. Mayor Jim Auxer, left, stands in front of the trunk full of cat food with Mountain Cats TNR Founder Tina Creller on Dec. 30. Joselyn Auxer was born in 1991 and by this time the Auxers had bought a home on New Street in Shepherdstown. The mill was built by Thomas Shepherd Sr., founder of the town named after him in 1762. 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. 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. 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. Mayor Jim Auxer, Corp. of Shepherdstown Even now, nearly half of the money remains. A council member for the past four years, Roberts is committed to ensuring that all town residents are informed, treated fairly, and feel included, and that safety and health is consistent priorityboth during the pandemic and beyond. As for the upcoming election, Jim Auxer is the right man for any time. Allen E. Meske & T. Nicole Saunders-Meske They became involved, enjoyed my friends and my friends families. They need to talk and have someone listen. 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. George Rutherford Lou Cox He pledged Tau Kappa Epsilon, managed Sara Cree, made lifelong friends and got good grades. 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. Imagine that same mayor regularly picking up trash in town. Proving once again the apple doesnt fall very far from the tree. Hes the recipient of awards and honors such as 2009 SU Alumni of the Year and takes it all in with humility. The governors office did not respond to an email asking about what the rest will be used for. Martha Anne McIntosh William Conner Well, imagine no more for that mayor actually exists and he's Jim Auxer of Shepherdstown. Corporation of Shepherdstown. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. . -Martin Luther King, Jr. Corporation of Shepherdstown. Stephen & Rebecca Ayraud When none was offered, he declared Spaur the owner. Judith Yost. Today the outside wall was shored up for added stability. The cost of college was beyond the reach of many, unless they came looking for you. Edward Trainor In 2000 Jim Auxer decided to run for mayor of Shepherdstown. If you are the site owner (or you manage this site), please whitelist your IP or if you think this block is an error please open a support ticket and make sure to include the block details (displayed in the box below), so we can assist you in troubleshooting the issue. Tabitha Johnston SHEPHERDSTOWN The town of Shepherdstown received an unexpected Christmas gift last month, from Bethesda, Md.-based organization Alley Cat Allies. Over the past 2 years there was extensive restoration of the building completed. The county, at the tip of the Eastern Panhandle, offers a quick commute to the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. Spiker announced the first bid of $277,000, plus one dollar.. I think Dawn was hoping I offer to do the work for her, Jim laughed. 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. High 49F. Elliot & Nancy Kirschbaum It was recommended the library's rear and right walls should be shored up on the first and second floors inside of the library. 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. He just tells it like it was. Paul & Lisa Welch Upton & Ann Martin We heard from a number of you expressing a desire for the Water Business Office to move away from the postcard billing format, and we are pleased to present this new bill to you. Jim & Betsy Butzner Greene Impressed with the community from the start, the couple established friendships and became involved early on. The new format also includes a graph showing water usage so that you will be able to monitor your water consumption. David & Rosalind Black The mill has been standing at what today is 207 E. High St. since it was built in 1738 or 1739. I liked to listen and help to resolve issues.. Local governments in West Virginia are receiving a collective $679 million in American Rescue Plan money. Posted on July 7, 2021 | Every effort will be made for public access to the meetings. 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. Maylene Reisbig He was also the football coach at Broadrun High School where he worked with Shepherd alumni: Lynn Carr and Ronnie Pyles. He was the older of Ruth and Arthurs two sons. Auxer believes this will also help tourism of the city. Dana Entler Were being asked to promote inclusive economic development in regions of the state in the planning process, so that historically underrepresented communities are part of and are given a real voice in how these funds are used, Urling said. Public infrastructure: we all know living here in West Virginia that that is something that has been significantly underfunded for a number of years. Copyright Shepherdstown Chronicle | https://www.shepherdstownchronicle.com | 123C S. Duke Street, Shepherdstown, WV 25443 | 304-876-3380. 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. Newcomer Jenny Haynes has been a Shepherdstown resident for most of her life, and feels it is extremely important that community members feel included in the future of the townno matter the challenge. 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. Meeting information regarding scheduling will be provided on the Town's website and Facebook page. Bryan & Judith Robertson Thank you for your cooperation as we move forward in this trying time. Meredith Wait Eighteen years later, the Auxer home, now with kittens Chief and Teke, is still that wonderful place on New Street. Please note, you will need your account number to sign up. Wayne & Teresa McLaughlin 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. My parents enjoyed my college education almost as much as I did. Overall, West Virginia will receive more than $4 billion in assistance through the American Rescue Plan, according to information provided by U.S. Sen. Joe Manchins office. Jeffrey Shepherd 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. Jefferson County Commission President Steve Stolipher says the area draws city residents who are wanting a more rural lifestyle. This was completed Monday evening and the building was then secured. Al & Sheila Vertino Jim Justice took sole control of the funds. Roy Winkel, Jennifer Allen It was the 1960s and college wasnt something that was a given for a lot of high school grads. There is significant damage to the right rear corner and right rear side of the building. John & Helen Burns James Maddy 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? Butit was Dawn who drove her to practice at the crack of dawn and to swim meets around the state every weekend. The documented incident took place after the Dec. 6 attack. 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. Ann Christy Peter & Victoria Smith, Marianne Alexander Information regarding the COVID-19 can also be found on the Town's website and Facebook page. 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. Susan Mayer "Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Although the U.S. Treasury has released interim guidance on how to use the funds, the rules havent been finalized yet. Bill Drennen Photo by Michael Theis/Chronicle. Martin & Marlyn Keesecker 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.. Meg Spurlin Tom Mayes & Rod Glover To this day a family trip to Dewey Beach is summer tradition. They dont have to spend all the money right now, Piercy said. 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. Sharon Henderson Mayor Jim Auxer, Corp. of Shepherdstown Stephen & Rebecca Ayraud Thomas Banks Dennis Barron John Bresland & Beth Batdorf M.S. In addition to the information on your new billing statement, I encourage you to review the back of your bill for additional billing information. Here is a picture of a true leader. "Infrastructure is my thing." Erwin & Carol Asam One night, for no explicable reason a fire broke out onboard and spread wildly and with deadly speed. 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. 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. John Bresland & Beth Batdorf Rebecca Phipps NO, I didnt expect to win, he laughed. Bob & Linda Reynolds For them, and for communities around West Virginia, it represents a huge opportunity. Morning clouds will give way to sunshine for the afternoon. 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. Richard & Barbara Nickell More than $589 million was unspent as of Monday, according to the state auditors office. Dick & Judy Pharr "No one thought I was going to win." Well he did win and began immediately working on Shepherdstown infrastructure. Bill Senseney & Angie Sosdian Hes also been a member of the Water Board since 2012. Posted on November 1, 2021 | Jack Young, Keith Alexander Frank & Wilma Coe Sorry, there are no recent results for popular commented articles. 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. Grove & Dallolio Architects Suggested donation: $4.00 per person. 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. Itll allow us to move forward more quickly with things we want to do.. Jim usually works on holidays and today is no exception. Jefferson County Historical Society Sue Collins Yocencia Deal Marie Anderson Nick Blanton Jim & Peachy Staley We will provide updates as information is received. With the American Rescue Plan funds, West Virginia legislators will be involved, too. [emailprotected], Marriages and Deaths in the Shepherdstown Register, 1849-1850. 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. Shes also motivated to support local businesses and boost the local economy, while continuing to foster the positive relationship the town shares with the University. 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. Tripp Spaur, a partner in Jefferson Rentals in Kearneysville, W.Va. said he was undecided about his plans for the historic landmark. Journal photo by Toni Milbourne The Grinch and several characters from Whoville gathered with Mayor Jim Auxer to welcome in the holiday season with the lighting of the town tree on the lawn of McMurran Hall. 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. Officials across the state are working to figure out spending priorities as American Rescue Plan money pours into the state. 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. Karen Kiaer James Cain & Karen Meyer-Cain Stephanie Unger Betsy Coffey 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. Dianne Roman Bedinger Jim does not minimize this experience, nor does he exaggerate. He also thinks a councilmembers role comprises more than just meetings and votesbut requires participation in facilitating discussions, managing relationships, and reaching out to the community to build consensus on complex issues. Richard Irwin Little brother Jeffery completed the family where life was good. The U.S. Congress passed the American Rescue Plan in March. 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. Shepherdstown will hold its meetings online via Zoom. 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. One thing thats giving, I think, a lot of people confidence is that everyone seems to be unified on this issue of making sure this money gets spent in the best way possible to benefit our communities, Blosser said. Richard Klein The library received immediate attention when the damage was discovered. In numerous other states, the governor didnt have sole authority over the CARES Act spending, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures.