Elliot & Nancy Kirschbaum Incumbent Town Recorder Lori Robertson, who was unopposed in the election, received 236 votes. Hali Taylor While incumbent mayor Jim Auxer retained his officealong with town recorder, Lori Robertsontown council members Cheryl Roberts and Jim Ford won reelection, and were joined by newcomers Jenny Haynes, Marty Amerikaner, and Chris Stroech. Ann Christy 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. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. FREE admission to Historic Shepherdstown members, children, students and military. Frank C. Joe Khare, Jr. & Cheryl A. There was a riot in 1989 though that he wouldnt discuss. Raised in Shepherdstown, Cheryl Roberts graduated from Shepherd (College) and has worked at the Department of Veterans Affairs for 36 years. Corporation of Shepherdstown. First elected in 2008, Jims leadership has since worked to maintain the towns status as a crown jewel of West Virginia. Dana Entler Today, however, with a pandemic laying waste to many towns, Shepherdstown is also feeling the pain. Wells Fargo Bank is the largest creditor at $900,000, Jefferson County Sheriff Peter Dougherty said. Jim usually works on holidays and today is no exception. Mayor Jim Auxer, Corp. of Shepherdstown Gloria Thatcher shepherdstown Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxer is proud to point out that, even throughout the pandemics worst months and the challenges they presented, his town managed to maintain its services and keep on all its government workers. The sidewalk that runs along the Sweet Shop will be open to pedestrians beginning Friday, July 9th. Jesse showed Roscoe game film, a dazzled Roscoe reports back to Shepherd and the rest is history. 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. Ronald Kepple The county will receive more than $11 million in American Rescue Plan money, and Stolipher said his top priority is increasing broadband access. He didnt say he starred for hes a modest man but he was captain and all-state defense, so starring was a good guess. Maylene Reisbig Jim played for the Rams for four years, lettering four times and was chosen all-conference two years running. Rebecca Phipps 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. 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. 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. 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. Endowment fund named in honor of mayor - Journal-news EMAIL US. Austin & Carmen Slater The town councils plan for the mill was to turn it into a facility to promote arts, culture and general community use. Alley Cat Allies: Organization develops relationship with town to Betty S. Lowe 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. Mary Ann Morgan EMAIL US. The back of the Market House appears to have endured the most serious damage. Im very proud of what Joselyn has done. Jim does not minimize this experience, nor does he exaggerate. Posted in Uncategorized. David & Margaret Coe Alan & Jane Levitan, Al & Sara Lueck Hes back in the office from 9:30 to noon taking care of business and then he goes to work at Eastern Regional. To this day a family trip to Dewey Beach is summer tradition. Kelch died in August 2015. [emailprotected], Marriages and Deaths in the Shepherdstown Register, 1849-1850. At first glance hes a bear of a man, serious and a little gruff. The Museum will be closed for the winter and reopen in the spring. Lets kind of take a step back and look at what some of our common goals are.. As for the upcoming election, Jim Auxer is the right man for any time. The documented incident took place after the Dec. 6 attack. If you have any questions after reviewing your bill, please do not hesitate to call the Shepherdstown Water Business Office at 304-876-2574. Mark Outhier Little brother Jeffery completed the family where life was good. 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. Meredith Wait They need to talk and have someone listen. SHPO (State Historic Preservation Office) was contacted as the Market House is on the historic register so the damage can be documented. "We'll get through it.". And the small Eastern Panhandle town is about to receive a lot more federal relief funds $800,000 through the American Rescue Plan. Sue Kennedy is a former public relations executive and Emmy Award winning screenplay writer. All Rights Reserved. My parents enjoyed my college education almost as much as I did. 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. Allen E. Meske & T. Nicole Saunders-Meske Shepherdstown Mayor signs proclamation - Journal-news The U.S. Congress passed the American Rescue Plan in March. Rie Wilson More than $589 million was unspent as of Monday, according to the state auditors office. 2023 www.heraldmailmedia.com. Please note, you will need your account number to sign up. Tripp Spaur, a partner in Jefferson Rentals in Kearneysville, W.Va. said he was undecided about his plans for the historic landmark. 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. The opportunities here are enormous, but the opportunities here to get it wrong are enormous as well, Blosser said. Low 34F. Jim Auxer is an interesting guy. Both water and power were disconnected and the area surrounding the building was cordoned off for safety. 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. Jeffrey Shepherd Auxer was recognized as a hero for his selflessness and would go on to receive many decorations for meritorious service during World War II. Colin & Sonia Heijne In 2000 Jim Auxer decided to run for mayor of Shepherdstown. 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. Not to be discouraged, and There was still a lot of work to do Jim ran again, and in 2007 he won again. 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. Kelch had a reverse mortgage on the property and had filed for bankruptcy. 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. Jack Kendall & James Puglisi You will have the option to sign up for paperless billing and autopay by clicking here. Al & Sheila Vertino 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. They mow the lawn and shovel the snow, because. My parents were always supportive of my brother and me. Peter & Lois Spreen Information regarding the COVID-19 can also be found on the Town's website and Facebook page. Auxer began topping Spaurs bids by $1 at a time until Spaur began jumping $200, $330 and $500 at a time. Imagine that same mayor regularly picking up trash in town. Denver & Wendy Beckner 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. 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. Dennis Barron Timony & Susan Sheehan He pledged Tau Kappa Epsilon, managed Sara Cree, made lifelong friends and got good grades. Myriad options with fed relief | State & Region | register-herald.com Chris Stroech grew up in Shepherdstown and attended local schools before graduating with a law degree from West Virginia University. Payment options include cash, check, credit card (processing fees apply), and e-check (processing fees apply). Pam Miller Hes also been a member of the Water Board since 2012. Susan Smith Auxer, 73, received 224 votes and Cotgreave received 40 votes, according to unofficial results that were posted online early Wednesday. Mayor Jim Auxer. Stuart Wallace & Karene Motivans, Mary OHara 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. Now we must separate for the common good. Payment options include cash, check, credit card (processing fees apply), and e-check (processing fees apply). First elected in 2008, Jim's leadership has since worked to maintain the town's status as a crown jewel of West Virginia. Grove & Dallolio Architects Jim Auxer: A quiet leader - Shepherdstown Chronicle I taught her how to ride her bike. Then My wife and daughter are wonderful. 129 E. German St. Larry Dean & Mina Goodrich In numerous other states, the governor didnt have sole authority over the CARES Act spending, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. Shepherdstown first with Sunday morning alcohol We, and our neighbors, have been witness to an amazing spring ritual in recent years. Upton & Ann Martin Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. 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. PROFILE: No job too small for Shepherdstown's mayor "Shepherdstown is a great place," said Auxer, who lauded the community's spirit and residents' care for one another. 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. We must do our part to help flatten the curve. Ann Taylor John Doyle One fine day, Dawn Fye, an eye-catching resident in the Harrisburg neighborhood was out renovating her home. Roger & Anne Munro Jim realized that Shepherdstown would feed his love of history. In Mayor Jim Auxer, Shepherdstown has such a leader. Ford is focused on Shepherdstowns economic viabilityfrom town hall to main street. 2022 Members - Historic Shepherdstown 2021 Members - Historic Shepherdstown Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Chess & Lynn Yellott For them, and for communities around West Virginia, it represents a huge opportunity. Jim Auxer grew up in Harrisburg, Pa. He was the older of Ruth and Arthurs two sons. Marie Anderson Bob & Linda Reynolds 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. I liked to listen and help to resolve issues.. Coinciding with his current role at Arnold & Bailey in Charles Town, Stroech also volunteers on the Shepherdstown Tree Commission, Planning Commission, and Recycling Task Force. David & Rosalind Black Yocencia Deal 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. Journal photo by Toni Milbourne The cost of college was beyond the reach of many, unless they came looking for you. Sharon Henderson Shepherdstowns 2020 municipal election wrapped up on July 21paving the way for three new town council members. (Douglas Soule/Mountain State Spotlight). The mill has been standing at what today is 207 E. High St. since it was built in 1738 or 1739. Nick Blanton The repairs were approved within hours. John & Hope Snyder Posted on July 7, 2021 | 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? 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. William Conner 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). Mayor Jim Auxer "Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. The Shepherdstown community often comes together for the common good. Auxer said it helped cover Covid-19-related expenses like personal protective equipment, cleaning materials and employee overtime hours. "Infrastructure is my thing." This area will remain closed until repairs are completed. I do what I can.. "NO, I didn't expect to win," he laughed. Now at Shepherd College football was big, the school could pick and choose. Frank & Wilma Coe We now have opportunities to better communicate various services to you, whether via a message on your bill or an additional insert that comes as part of your billing statement. . Dr. Raleigh Watson, Jr. James Broomall & Tish Wiggs Mayor Jim Auxer, Corporation of Shepherdstown. Public infrastructure: we all know living here in West Virginia that that is something that has been significantly underfunded for a number of years. Marie Tyler-McGraw The fair Joselyn is in Jefferson High School Class of 2010. George Rutherford 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. With the American Rescue Plan funds, West Virginia legislators will be involved, too. Dear Valued Corporation of Shepherdstown Customer: Beginning November 1, you will notice multiple changes with your new monthly utility bill. He said people living in some of the rural parts of the area struggle with getting fast internet speeds. Frederic & Anne DAlauro, Erdem & Joan Ergin Dave & Jean Anne Pugh I think this is a once-in-a-lifetime impact, said Travis Blosser, executive director of the West Virginia Municipal League, an association of the states cities, towns and villages. Kath Meadows They became involved, enjoyed my friends and my friends families. The 80s had brought all kinds of change for Jim Auxer. EMAIL US. The mill was built by Thomas Shepherd Sr., founder of the town named after him in 1762. 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. Eleanor Finn 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. Town Run, the stream that runs through downtown Shepherdstown, powered the mill. His first job out was at Sully Elementary in Sterling, Va., teaching 4th grade. The governors office did not respond to an email asking about what the rest will be used for. Paul & Lisa Welch Eventually he had responsibility for 250 inmates and 70 officers at Camp Hill. 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. Preservation Awards - Historic Shepherdstown John Bresland & Beth Batdorf When Professor Harold Goldberg wrote D Day in the Pacific, critics said he gave us one of the best accounts of the Battle of Saipan ever. He gives credit to the Town Council. Shepherdstown, WV 25443 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. For example, Pennsylvanias legislature passed a bill allocating more than $2.6 billion of CARES Act funds. High 49F. 304.876.0910 SHEPHERDSTOWN Shepherdstown Mayor Jim Auxer said he shed a "little tear," when he heard the news that Shepherd University's former president, Suzanne Shipley, created a $50,000 endowment fund in his honor.