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Governor lays out plan for reopening businesses in 2 weeks, ‘but not before’ Fauquier County reports 105 cases of COVID-19

As of Tuesday morning, the Virginia Department of Health was reporting that confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Fauquier County stood at 105. That number is nine more than Monday.

Ten Fauquier residents have been hospitalized. The number of COVID19-related deaths reported for the county remains at two. One of those deaths took place at Fauquier Hospital; one did not.

Culpeper, which has closely mirrored Fauquier’s numbers since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, has reported two deaths as well.

Culpeper was reporting 126 cases Tuesday, 13 more than Monday, and has reported 10 patients hospitalized.

Virginia added 804 new cases of the coronavirus since Monday for a total of 14,339. That is a one-day record for new cases. 565 cases were

See COVID-19, page 6

By Jill Palermo

Times Staff Writer

Virginia could begin to return to some semblance of normal in about two weeks, as long as the state can meet the first set of parameters outlined in a new blueprint for reopening businesses Gov. Ralph Northam announced April 27.

In his first afternoon press briefing since Monday, April 21, Northam shared bits of good news about the status of the coronavirus pandemic in Virginia and detailed what he said must happen for the state to begin phase one of his blueprint, dubbed “Forward Virginia.”

First the good news: According to at least one model, the state may have reached its peak of COVID-19 cases Friday, April 24, Northam said.

Earlier that day, the Virginia Department of Health released data on the pandemic. The state added 542 confirmed cases Friday for a total of 11,169 confirmed cases and 410

deaths, which included three “probable” deaths from COVID-19. The state had another 425 probable cases of COVID-19, for a total of 10,998 confirmed and probable cases.

Northam said the state’s cases, while continuing on an upward trend, are rising at a slower rate.

Also, hospitalizations have flattened, and about 1,600 people who had been hospitalized with the disease have been successfully treated and released, Northam said.

“Together we slowed the spread of this virus. Our hospitals have not been overwhelmed and according to at least one model, we may have seen our case count peak today,” Northam said. “I hope that is true, but we must continue to work to keep counts low.

We continue to watch the data.”

Northam said the state would continue watching the daily VDH reports to track the percent of positive tests compared to total tests.

See REOPENING, page 6

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Erin Beauchamp is sewing masks in her New Baltimore home and making them available to anyone who needs them. So long as there is no rain, she sets up clotheslines every day to hang masks at the end of her driveway on Kelly Road.

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Nick Kotz, author and journalist, dies in accident Sunday Conservationist leaves behind legacy of ‘excellence’

By Robin Earl

Times Staff Writer

Nick Kotz of The Plains, award-winning journalist and author, died Sunday, April 26, in an accident at his Broad Run home.

Kotz, who was PHOTO BY JACK KOTZ 87, was hit by NICK KOTZ his car when it rolled backward as he was walking behind it. He died at the scene, according to a report from the Virginia State Police.

Kotz was awarded a Pulitzer Prize in 1968 for national reporting when he was at the Des Moines Register; he wrote on unsanitary conditions in the meat packing industry. He also was an investigative journalist with the Washington Post. Kotz won the National Magazine Award, two Robert F. Kennedy Awards, and eight other renowned prizes.

Kotz authored several nationally recognized books on politics, civil rights and history, including: • “Let Them Eat Promises: The politics of hunger in America” (1971) • “A Passion for Equality: George A. Wiley and the Movement” (1977) • “Judgment Days: Lyndon Baines Johnson, Martin Luther King, Jr. and the Laws that Changed America” (2006) • “Wild Blue Yonder: Money, politics and the B-1 Bomber” (1988) • “The Harness Maker’s Dream: See NICK KOTZ, page 2

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Food banks see increased demand, community support during economic downturn

By Coy Ferrell

Times Staff Writer

“My biggest fear is to look someone in the eye and say, ‘I don’t have it,’” said Sharon Ames, executive director of Fauquier Community Food Bank and Thrift Store.

Thanks to the support of the community, she said, the food pantry has been able to meet the increased demand for its services during the pandemic and the corresponding economic downturn.

“Has this county and this community come through!” she said gleefully of the donations the food bank has received from local residents and businesses.

Bulk donations and purchases of food are not as forthcoming as supply chains are strained, she said, but the community support has meant the food bank can continue with its mission. “It’s been above my wildest imagination.”

The positive news comes with a caveat; the pandemic has meant more people have sought the food bank’s services as unemployment skyrockets and the economy slows.

Ames said that many of the food bank’s clients during the pandemic have been those seeking food aid for the first time. “It’s extremely hard

for them,” she said of those first-time clients. “They don’t understand how they got here.”

She said that she feels that one of her roles is giving every client a feeling of self-respect during what is often a low point in their lives. “People will be out in their cars and tell me, ‘I need your help, but I don’t know if I can do this,’” she said. Everyone struggles to balance their pride, dignity and reality, she said.

Ames and the staff do everything they can to make shopping at the food bank a dignified experience, she said. “My best feeling is when people say: ‘Oh my gosh, I feel like I’m in a little grocery store.’”

Carol Schumacher, executive director of Fauquier FISH, said that despite issues with sourcing food, the organization’s food pantry has been able to keep up with demand and distribute the same amount of food to each client as before the pandemic began.

“We can’t bulk-order right now – we’ve been running around to different places trying to buy as much as we’re allowed to,” she said. For instance, she said, Walmart allows her to purchase a larger quantity of some staples than they would otherwise allow for one customer, because those staples will be

Staff and volunteers at Fauquier Community Food Bank stock shelves before opening on March 13.

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distributed at the food pantry.

“It’s been long and hard, but we’re getting through,” she said, summing up the past six weeks. Initially, she added, “I felt like I was shopping every day.

Now we’ve kind of got a grasp on it.”

People continue to donate much-needed money and food, she said, and FISH has been able to collaborate to some degree with local businesses to utilize their supply chains. “The community has been terrific,” she said.

In addition to the food pantry, FISH runs a program called Weekend Power Pack, a program that usually distributes food to families on Fridays when the kids leave school.

The Power Packs provide enough food for a weekend.

The program has continued to

Nick Kotz, author and journalist, dies in accident Sunday See NICK KOTZ, page 2 Nathan Kallison and the Rise of South Texas” (2013) Locally, Kotz was well known as a conservationist who cared deeply about preserving historically significant land.

Georgia Herbert, a The Plains lawyer who served on the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors from 1988 through 1996, said that Kotz and his wife, journalist and author Mary Lynn Kotz, have lived at their cattle farm in The Plains for 40 years.

She said that Kotz was instrumental in the battle to block Disney from building a historical theme park on Fauquier’s border in the mid-1990s.

Herbert said, “No one person could accomplish a fight like this, but Nick joined with Julian Scheer, Chris Miller, Hope Porter, Annie Snyder and others. Their teamwork brought national attention to the fight. Nick was not the reason Disney ran off, but he was one reason.”

Chris Miller, president of the Piedmont Environmental Council in Warrenton, said “Nick and I worked closely on Disney’s America. He was very much interested in preserving the cultural resources of the region.”

Herbert and Miller both remembered that Kotz was instrumental in the development of the Thoroughfare Gap Rural Historic District section of the county’s comprehensive plan. “Nick was low-key, but forceful when he believed in something,” Herbert said.

She added that Kotz and Scheer helped to create a non-profit organization, Protect Historic America, to fight Disney, and published the book “Hal-

PHOTO BY JACK KOTZ

Nick Kotz, with his cows, on his Galemont Farm. Behind him are the white rocks of High Point on the Bull Run Mountains. lowed Ground: Preserving America’s Heritage” by Rudy Abramson, with photos by Kenneth Garrett and Jack Kotz. Herbert said that the book highlights the living history and the cultural landscape of Virginia's northern piedmont region -- the resources that activists felt would have been destroyed by Disney’s theme park.

Jack Kotz, the photographer who provided many of the photographs for the volume, is the Kotzes’s son. (Jack Kotz was also a photographer at the Fauquier Times-Democrat for a time.)

Miller said that Nick Kotz was a man of big ideas, who was able to tell big stories, “but he also acted locally. He was incredibly supportive of the PEC. It is a big loss for the community, a big loss for the PEC.” Miller spoke of the “layers and layers of detail” Kotz was able to work through. “The photos from ‘Hallowed Ground’ were exhibited at the Ameri-

can History Museum in Washington, D.C. Everything he did, he did well. He brought that standard of academic and professional excellence to everything.

He pushed us all to higher standards.”

Miller said that Kotz’s passion for conservation could be seen in “his respect for local African-American communities. The community at Thoroughfare Gap was just one example. Because of the work he’d done on the history of the civil rights movement, “Nick was in a position to have that conversation.”

Karen White, executive director of the Afro-American Museum in The Plains, met Kotz in 2005, about the time “Judgment Days” was published. She said, “His legacy in the field of writing will live on through the generations of those too young and not yet born to know part of

operate even after schools closed in mid-March. Through a series of distribution points throughout the county and even some home deliveries, families who need the food aid provided by the program have been able to get it, Schumacher said.

“It’s just taken us a month to get into the groove of things,” she said of revamping the Power Pack program to operate during the pandemic. “We’ve kind of gotten it figured out now to where it’s a little easier.”

The FISH board of directors is currently trying to figure out how to extend the Power Pack program through the summer; whether that is feasible, she said, depends mostly on funding.

Reach Coy Ferrell at cferrell@ fauquier.com America’s history and the quest for equality. My sympathy goes out to his wife and son and to the many people who considered him a friend.”

Herbert said that while Kotz was writing “Judgment Days” at his home office, he would go to the Rail Stop most days for lunch. “He included Esther Campbell, who worked at the Rail Stop, in the acknowledgements for that book. That’s just the kind of person he was.”

The Kotzes are members of The Washington Hebrew Congregation.

They are also considered friends of Grace Episcopal Church in The Plains. Friend Kenneth Garrett said of Kotz, “He and Mary Lynn are Concert Series Angels, Mary Lynn serves on the Little Georgetown Cemetery board and they are beloved members of our community.”

Funeral arrangements have not been announced.

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Who will draw Virginia’s political maps? Let the voters decide Independent redistricting commission survives despite Dems’ doubts about fairness

By Daniel Berti

Times Staff Writer

Amid votes to pass the Equal Rights Amendment, boost the minimum wage, enact sweeping nondiscrimination protections for LGBTQ Virginians and grant in-state tuition and driving privileges to undocumented immigrants, a bill to amend the Virginia Constitution to de-politicize the redistricting process – something that in most years would get top billing – almost got lost in the shuffle.

But after years of debate, Virginia lawmakers are poised to hand the power of drawing the state’s political maps to an independent commission. In March, the General Assembly gave its stamp of approval to a constitutional amendment to do just that, but it still needs to be approved

by Virginia voters in a ballot referendum this November.

If the amendment is approved, Virginia will join only 17 other states in using independent commissions to redraw their political boundaries in 2021. Redistricting, the process through which Virginia draws its 100 House of Delegates districts, 40 state Senate districts and 11 congressional districts, takes place once every 10 years to coincide with the U.S. Census.

If the ballot measure is defeated, the process will remain controlled by the Virginia legislature.

In Virginia, a proposed constitutional amendment must be approved by the General Assembly two years in a row before heading to voters in a ballot referendum. This one barely made it. The amendment had overwhelming bipartisan support during the 2019 session but was nearly thwarted by House Democrats in 2020.

In March, the state House approved the amendment in a 54-46 vote, with all Republican delegates voting in favor and all but nine Democrats voting against it. The amendment was much less controversial in the state Senate, where it was approved in a 38-2 vote.

Virginia redistricting amendment on the ballot on Nov. 3

A “yes” vote supports transferring the power to draw the state’s congressional and legislative districts from the state legislature to a redistricting commission composed of state legislators and citizens.

A “no” vote opposes transferring the power to draw the state’s congressional and legislative districts to a redistricting commission, thus keeping the state legislature responsible for redistricting.

The amendment proposes a 16-member bipartisan commission made up of eight citizen members and eight legislators – four delegates and four senators with equal DEL. MARK COLE party representation – tasked with mapping the state’s congressional and legislative districts.

If approved, the power to draw Virginia’s political boundaries will no longer be left solely in the hands of Virginia politicians. The map created by the commission will have to be approved by an up-or-down vote in the General Assembly, however.

Many House Democrats flipflopped on their support for the amendment after taking control of both the House of Delegates and state Senate in 2019, even after campaigning on redistricting reform in the 2019 election cycle.

Del. Mark Cole, R-88th, whose district includes part of Fauquier County, sponsored the amendment in 2019. He said he was disappointed that many House Democrats changed their position on the amendment.

“Most of them supported it last year when they were in the minority, and most Democrat candidates that

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The 5th congressional district, which includes most of Fauquier County, was drawn in 2010 to stretch from Fauquier to the North Carolina state line. were just elected pledged to support it during the campaign and did not,” Cole said in an email. “I believe they only supported it because they were in the minority and, once they took the majority, they decided they wanted to draw districts to favor Democrats.”

Del. Luke Torian, D-52nd, of Woodbridge, said last week he voted against the amendment because it did not include explicit criteria to protect minority communities from partisan gerrymandering.

The amendment “could have a negative impact on how the lines are drawn around minority areas,” Torian said.

Twice in the last decade, the U.S. Supreme Court has struck down districts drawn by the Virginia state legislature for unconstitutional racial gerrymandering, the process the court said improperly “packed” some districts with minority voters, effectively diluting their voting power in neighboring districts. Those districts were ultimately redrawn by an independent special master, but not before several elections had already come and gone.

Sen. Scott Surovell, D-36th, whose district includes part of Prince William County, was one of only two state Senators to vote against the amendment. He also said his biggest concern was that the amendment doesn’t include specific criteria for how district boundaries should be drawn.

“I’m concerned about whether the

process created by the amendment will truly be divorced from politics,” Surovell said.

The General Assembly approved a separate bill that included such criteria, including protections for minority communities and “communities of interest.” But, Surovell said, because those protections are not enshrined in the constitution, they could be removed during a future session of the General Assembly.

“If the criteria is absent from the constitution, it just shifts the gerrymandering from one party to the other,” Surovell said.

Of the eight House delegates who represent parts of Prince William County, only Dels. Dan Helmer, D-40th, and Suhas Subramanyam, D-87th, voted for the amendment.

Subramanyam said he believes the amendment will help prevent partisan gerrymandering.

“I felt like my decision was between gerrymandering and not gerrymandering,” Subramanyam said in a phone call last week.

Subramanyam said the fact that criteria had been left out of the constitutional amendment would allow for the discussion and debate of criteria to continue in the future. Down the road, changes to the criteria could be necessary, he said, and for that reason should not be in the constitution.

“The amendment creates the guardrails for the criteria,” Subramanyam said. “I think it’s more than just a step in the right direction.”

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‘I have the skills and I have the time’ Former professional seamstress produces masks for local community

By Coy Ferrell

Times Staff Writer

“Half of Fauquier County is wearing my masks,” joked Erin Beauchamp of New Baltimore, as she sat at her sewing machine in the basement of her home.

Since April 3, when the Centers for Disease Control began recommending the use of non-medical-grade masks in public to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus, Beauchamp has been producing masks for anyone who needs them.

She had made 1,787 by noon on

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Monday. “Today I’ll break 1,800 for sure,” she said, adding she can make about 100 in a day.

Some masks go to specific organizations – she was planning to take 350 to Fauquier Hospital on April 27 – and some are picked up by friends, neighbors and passersby at the end of her driveway, where Beauchamp hangs masks on clotheslines each day, so long as it’s not raining.

Beauchamp, a former professional seamstress, runs a day care and teaches sewing out of her home. Her day care business has struggled recently. “I’ve lost most of my income due to the pandemic,” she said.

When the CDC began recommending everyone wear a mask in public, “I said, ‘All right, I can sew, I have some fabric,’” she said, later summing up her situation with a smile: “I have the skills and I have the time.”

Her new sewing operation is set up in what is usually a classroom for her day care. “My play dough should be right here!” she laughed, pointing to the table now used for her sewing machine.

Masks are available to anyone who needs them; so long there is no rain, Beauchamp sets up the clotheslines every day at the end of her driveway on Kelly Road. LEFT: Naomi Gale, of Warrenton, picks out a mask from the clotheslines set out by Erin Beauchamp on Kelly Road. Gale had heard about the free masks from a Facebook post created by Beauchamp in a local community group.

Beauchamp said she has paid for some of the material herself, but most of her efforts are made possible by donations of fabric or funds to purchase fabric. Quilting fabric that is 100% cotton is the best material for masks, she said.

The designs on the donated fabric sometimes make her smile – she was sewing cloth imprinted with a Christmas-themed pattern on Monday.

“Sometimes it’s a really fun surprise to see what’s going to be out on the line.”

In an April 24 Facebook post she referenced a picture of one of her masks emblazoned with graphics from the Doctor Strange comic. “I really hope a doctor with a sense of humor gets the Doctor Strange mask,” adding a tongue-sticking-out-face emoji.

Donations for the purchase of material can be made via PayPal to cheerdance02@hotmail.com or at the mask pickup site, at the 6700 block of Kelly Road, Warrenton.

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Home buying and selling is pinched -- but not stifled -- by the pandemic

By Chris Connell

Piedmont Journalism Foundation

Air conditioning installer Josh Sienkiewicz has been living in the basement apartment of his parents’ home in Bealeton for the past year, saving money to buy his first home and keeping a close eye on the market. When the pandemic shut things down this spring, he looked even harder, getting pre-approved for a rock-bottom 3% mortgage and scouting 20 homes by himself and with his real estate agent.

“I was a little leery, but it didn’t hold me back.

I need a house and I still have steady work,” said the 30-year-old former motocross trainer. Mostly he’s driven by houses by himself, but agent Becky Miller took him inside the two he liked most.

He didn’t get them.

“Unfortunately, right now, with any really good house that’s on the market in my price range, it basically seems somebody’s on it that minute,” said Sienkiewicz.

That’s the story of the real estate market in Fauquier County. Realtors report fewer homes are up for sale, but the buyers and sellers still out there are serious.

Real estate, like home building, is deemed an essential service under both Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam’s stay at home order and guidance from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Jay Keyser of Warrenton, who works in the financial business, put a vacant rental house he owns in Marshall up for sale because he felt “the tight supply is a positive thing for the seller, even at this time. It might work for us. Only time will tell.”

And Erwin Opitz of Woodville, who owns Opitz Construction Consulting in Flint Hill, which builds and renovates home, is looking for an old house to buy, fix up and flip. “We’ve tried to buy a couple of properties unsuccessfully and I don’t know exactly why,” we didn’t get them, he said. Both Keyser and Opitz are working with realtor Emily Henry of Long and Foster.

For agents, business is not conducted like it was. Those offices brimming with house photos in the front window are closed to the public.

Agents can escort clients into sellers’ homes, but they can’t put out an “Open House” sign and welcome all comers to troop through.

They can post sumptuous photos online and offer “virtual” video tours, “but I’ve not had a single buyer willing to put an offer in sight unseen,” said Miller, owner of Piedmont Fine Properties in Warrenton. “You have to make the homes available. You may get lucky, but we’ve got to get people in the houses as safely as possible.”

Long and Foster’s Henry concurred. “You need to show properties and get into properties when people are making a big investment, sometimes the biggest investment of their lives.”

In Fauquier County and nationwide, the business of buying and selling homes is down, but deeds are still being notarized in courthouses and deals closing.

Sales were barreling ahead in the first two months of 2020, with the winter mild and economy strong. “I thought 2020 was going to be one of the best years I ever had in 18 years in real estate,” said Miller.

Becky and Chip Miller of Piedmont Fine Properties a walk, and the agent and prospective buyers keep their distance from one another.

Lisjak said his agents go in beforehand and “It was just off-the-charts good. We were open every door and cabinet so the clients “don’t storming the beaches,” said Herb Lisjak, prin- touch a thing.”

Chad Pangle went full-time into land sales in cipal broker for Century 21 New Millennium in Gainesville, who oversees 850 agents in Virginia, January after operating his own successful concrete construction business in Strasburg for 14 Maryland and the District of Columbia.

Debbie Werling, CEO of Greater Piedmont Re- years. Now he’s the first agent in Virginia for Ilaltors, said 118 homes in Fauquier County were linois-based Whitetail Properties, selling land for sold in March, up from 93 in March farming, pasture, hunting and tim2019. Median sales prices rose, too, ber. from $400,000 to $425,000, but ac“I’ve always had a passion for tive listings plunged 37 percent from real estate and the outdoors,” he 422 to 265. said. “I’ve been extremely busy. My Inventory was already tight “and phone is ringing off the hook.” now we have even less,” said Miller.

“I’ve closed one property thus Tray Allen, whose father opened far” – an 18-acre tract in Front Royal Allen Real Estate in Old Town Warbacking up to the Smithsonian Conrenton in 1990, said, “This is norservation Biology Institute – “and mally the time when we would have I’ve acquired 16 listings with four been rocking and rolling and replento six others in the making,” he said. ishing our inventory. That’s not hapThe listings range from 6 and a half pening. to 260 acres.

“But one thing this has done is Emily Henry of Long and There was initially a significant whittle away everybody to the most Foster drop in inquiries, “but this week serious buyers and sellers still out things have really picked back up,” he there. Regardless of the circumsaid. “With the stock market and the stances, some people need to sell and some people economy taking a downturn, I think investors realneed to buy if they can find the right house,” said ize that land is a great investment. It’s not going to Allen. disappear overnight like your mutual fund might.”

Some sellers took homes off the market bePangle adheres strictly to social distancing cause they don’t want to let strangers in their guidelines. “Fortunately for me we’re not working houses, even with the steps agents are taking to inside homes. For us to keep our 6-feet separation keep visits short and safe. is pretty easy. We’re not shaking hands. We’re not “I’m wearing a mask and booties and gloves riding in cars or UTVs with each other,” he said. and going through a lot of Clorox,” said Miller. “It’s a challenging time, no doubt about it, but I “I’m also trying to protect my sellers. If you’re not think we’ll get through it.” a fully approved, ready-to-purchase buyer, I don’t “I’m a Christian man and I knew beyond the think you need to be in and out of these proper- shadow of a doubt based on the Lord’s leading that ties. We don’t need any lookie-loos right now.” this was not only the industry I was supposed to be Her business is off 25 to 30%, but “I’m still in but very specifically this company,” said Pangle. getting calls and showings. Everybody’s home “I didn’t see the virus hitting at two months into it, and they are looking on a multitude of web- but faith carries me through these times.” sites.”

Chris Connell is a journalist working with the Miller had a buyer from California who Piedmont Journalism Foundation. had a contract to purchase a home.

The sellers “had to sign several COVID-19 addendums saying the buyer could walk away at any point before settlement if he lost employment,” she said. That purchaser did pull out.

Agents no longer drive clients to see homes. They arrive separately, don the masks, gloves and booties and make liberal use of sanitizer. The occupants are advised to go for a drive or take Chad Pangle of Whitetail Properties Tray Allen of Allen Real Estate

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Town elections moved to May 19 Staff Reports Gov. Ralph Northam announced Friday, April 24, that he was moving the date of municipal elections to May 19; the elections were originally scheduled for May 5. The order from the governor affects the elections in three Fauquier County towns: Warrenton, Remington and The Plains.

The move comes after the Virginia State Senate declined to take up a bill that would have moved the election to November. Under Virginia law, the governor has the authority to move the date of some elections - including municipal elections - by as much as 14 days during a declared state of emergency.

Voters must have been registered to vote

by April 13 in order to be eligible to participate in the May 19 elections.

Under current guidelines, polling places will be open on the day of the election from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., but the Virginia Department of Elections announced last month that voters are “strongly encouraged” to vote absentee in the May municipal elections due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

According to VDE’s website, voters may

choose the reason “2A My disability or illness” on their application for an absentee ballot – anyone who is otherwise eligible to vote in a municipal election may apply for an absentee ballot using this option.

The deadline to request an absentee ballot to be mailed is now Tuesday, May 12, at 5 p.m. Absentee ballots can be requested online or by mail, phone or fax.

Voters also have the option of completing an absentee ballot at the registrar’s office in Warrenton up until Saturday, May 16. In-person absentee voting will continue daily in the Registrar’s Office up through May 16 at 5 p.m., which is the last day to vote in-person absentee for the May election, according to Fauquier County Registrar Alex Ables.

More information about casting an absentee ballot can be found on the VDE website: https:// www.elections.virginia.gov/casting-a-ballot/absentee-voting.

A list of polling places in Fauquier County towns can be found at: https://www. fauquiercounty.gov/gover nment/departments-h-z/registrar/town-polling-places.

Voters must live within the municipal boundaries of the town and have been registered

by April 13 to vote in a town election. Any eligible voter can request an absentee ballot under current guidelines from the Virginia Department of Elections due to the public health crisis.

In the Remington Town Council election, six candidates are on the ballot for six seats on the council. Incumbent Mayor Gerald Billingsley is running unopposed for reelection. Terms for both mayor and town council are two years.

Voters in The Plains will also elect a mayor and fill three council seats whose terms are expiring. There are four candidates on the ballot to fill four seats; terms for mayor and town council last four years, with half the terms of the six-member council expiring every two years.

In Warrenton, voters will choose representatives for the five ward council seats.

Candidates for Remington Town Council Gerald Billingsley (mayor) Van Loving Evan “Skeet” Ashby III Stan Heaney Sr. Susan Tiffany Devada Allison Kimberly Henry Candidates for The Plains Town Council Lori Sisson (mayor) Bruce LeLacheur John Deering Blake Gallagher Melissa Washer Candidates for Warrenton Town Council Ward 1: Heather Sutphin Ali Zarabi Ward 2 Alec Burnett William T. Semple Ward 3 Brett A. Hamby Ward 4 James Hartman Ward 5 Kevin T. Carter Michele Ferri

Governor lays out plan for reopening businesses in 2 weeks, ‘but not before’ REOPENING, from page 1 The state is also closely tracking the number of hospitalizations due to COVID-19 and the available supply of hospital beds and personal protective equipment for hospital and health care workers.

When the state sees a downward trend for 14 days in the percent of positive tests and hospitalizations -- and is able to boost testing and tracing capabilities -- “then we can move to phase one of easing these restrictions,” Northam said.

What does phase one entail? According to Northam, it includes continued social distancing, teleworking wherever possible, limits on travel and public gatherings and continuing to use face coverings in public.

Any further easing of restrictions will be informed by public health experts, members of the governor’s COVID-19 Business Task Force (announced Friday), state and local officials and other stakeholders.

“Easing too much too soon could jeopardize public health and consumer confidence. One step forward and two steps back is no way to move ahead,” Northam said. “We will need everyone to continue to take actions to keep themselves and others safe.”

Last week, Northam extended until Friday, May 8, his executive order closing personal care businesses; recreational businesses, such as theaters and bowling alleys and restricting restaurants to takeout only.

On Friday, Northam said he’d like to begin reopening those businesses after May 8, as long as the stated parameters are met, but likely “not before.”

How long will phase one last? Dr. Norman Oliver, Virginia's health commissioner, said it could take a while, perhaps until there is a vaccine for COVID-19, the Richmond Times-Dispatch reported Friday.

“I, personally, think phase one will be a two-year affair,” Oliver told the Times-Dispatch.

More testing required

Northam and Dr. Karen Remley, former commissioner of health and head of a special task force on testing and contact tracing, said the commonwealth will have to “greatly” expand the number of tests performed each day in order to reopen businesses.

About 2,573 tests were administered across the commonwealth in the last 24 hours based on the latest VDH COVID-19 report. The task force is working to ramp up to testing at least 10,000 individuals daily before businesses are reopened, Remley said.

The expanded testing plan includes hiring contact tracers who will support local health departments’ efforts to identify individuals who may be exposed to COVID-19 and advise them to self-isolate.

Remley said testing in Virginia has lagged in part because testing criteria were so rigid.

Testing guidelines were broadened last week to include high-risk individuals, such as those in congregate care centers and nursing homes, as well as pregnant women and the uninsured or under-insured, she said.

The state has now issued a letter to all health care providers to encourage them to test symptomatic patients and to teach them the right way to administer the test, Remley said.

By the time the state reaches the fourth stage of testing – when the capacity reaches at least 10,000 a day – testing will include asymptomatic people so officials can get a better sense of how widespread COVID-19 really is in the state, Remley said.

The governor said it is hoped that widespread testing, contract tracing and the use of self-quarantining by those who are exposed will create an environment in which people feel safe to venture out of their homes and back into businesses, stores and restaurants, Northam said.

Northam said his business task force will help the state “find the

right ways to ease restrictions.”

Northam said the state aims to draft overarching rules for businesses as well as separate, industry-specific guidelines for entities such as restaurants and non-essential retail.

PPE, hospital capacity

Northam said safely easing restrictions will require an ongoing stable PPE supply chain across all sectors of healthcare; that supply must be regularly replenished.

Virginia has ordered 17.4 million N95 masks, 8.3 million surgical masks, 17.1 million gloves, 1.7 million gowns, and 1 million face shields. This includes a contract signed jointly with Maryland and the District of Columbia for 5 million N95 masks, according to a press release issued by the governor’s office.

A second shipment would be “promptly distributed,” the press release promised.

The latest shipment includes 3 million nitrile exam gloves; 100,000 N95 masks; 500,000 three-ply procedure masks, and 40,000 isolation gowns.

Hospitalizations and intensive care unit admissions are largely stable across Virginia, even as case counts continue to rise, the press release said.

To ensure continued capacity as Virginia moves toward phase one of easing restrictions, Northam extended the ban on elective surgeries through May 1 and expanded the ability of physicians’ assistants and nurse practitioners with two or more years of clinical experience to practice without a collaborative agreement.

The Virginia Medical Reserve Corps continues to recruit and deploy medical and non-medical volunteers to bolster the work of local health departments, hospitals and healthcare providers. The MRC currently has more than 16,500 trained volunteers, more than halfway to Virginia’s goal of 30,000, according to the press release.

COVID-19, from page 1 reported Monday morning; 733 were added between Friday and Saturday, which until Tuesday, was the largest one-day jump in new cases.

Hospitalizations in the state stand at 2,165, 99 more than Monday.

The number of new hospitalizations between Sunday and Monday was 52; between Saturday and Sunday the number was 72. On Saturday morning, 113 new hospitalizations were reported.

On Tuesday, Virginia reported a total of 82,753 completed COVID-19 tests, 2,573 more than the 80,180 tests reported Monday.

Gov. Ralph Northam on Friday said Virginia would not be able to enter phase one of the federal reopening guidelines unless the state sees a downward trajectory over 14 days in both the percent of positive COVID-19 cases relative to new tests and the number of new hospitalizations for COVID-19.

Statewide, an additional 38 deaths were reported Tuesday morning, which brings confirmed COVID-19 fatalities to 487. There are also five “probable” COVID-19 deaths, for a total of 492.

Across Northern Virginia, COVID-19 deaths include 114 in Fairfax; 32 in Arlington; 23 in Prince William; 20 in Alexandria, and 12 in Loudoun County.

Thus far, the RappahannockRapidan Health District, of which Fauquier County is a part, has had only one “outbreak” in a health care setting. That outbreak was not at Fauquier Hospital.

By comparison, the Fairfax Health District has reported the greatest number of outbreaks, with 34.

In total, Virginia has reported 203 outbreaks, 114 of them in long-term care facilities, resulting in 1,357 cases and 107 deaths.

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Piedmont Urgent Care curbside testing program facilitates 689 tests in first 22 days

By Coy Ferrell

Ashley Henson, a nurse at Piedmont Urgent Care, conducts a swab outside the clinic on Teresa Valcourt, of Remington.

Valcourt was referred by her doctor in Culpeper to be tested for COVID-19.

Times Staff Writer

Since its inception on April 6, the drive-thru curbside testing program at Piedmont Urgent Care has sent out 689 swabs for COVID-19 testing as of April 27. Of the individuals tested, 59 have tested positive for the disease caused by the novel coronavirus.

The criteria for being tested have been significantly relaxed since the program began, said Dr. Steven von Elten, a physician at Piedmont Family Practice who is heading up the program.

The ability to test more people “is all driven by the number of swabs,” von Elten said, adding that, as of April 24, the program currently has about 600 testing swabs available.

“We’re in a good position,” he said.

After being screened by a primary care physician or, alternatively, at the urgent care facility itself, “clinical suspicion alone” is now sufficient criteria for being tested through a private lab, von Elten said. He summarized: “Essentially, if you think you might have it, we can get you tested.”

The testing site, located on Blackwell Road in Warrenton, is open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. every day, including weekends.

According to a listing on the VDH website, the PUC testing site is the only one of its kind in Fauquier County. The nearest testing sites to Warrenton are in Culpeper, Front Royal, Fairfax, Woodbridge and Stafford.

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Of the tests conducted so far, 92% have been conducted at one of three private labs - Sunrise Medical Labs, LabCorp and Quest Diagnostics. Private labs have more leeway than staterun labs in the patients they can to test.

The remaining 8% of samples have been sent to a Virginia Department of Health lab in Richmond; patients, who have until now been mostly health workers, must meet a much stricter set of criteria for their samples to be tested there.

After an individual’s sample is collected at PUC, the turnaround for test results is currently two to five days for samples being testing at private labs, down from up to eight days when the PUC curbside program began, von Elten said. Results from the VDH lab are usually returned in one

to two days.

The PUC curbside testing program is a result of cooperation among the Rappahannock-Rapidan Health District of the Virginia Department of Health, Fauquier Hospital, Fauquier County and Warrenton governments, the PATH Foundation and local physicians. The group is collectively dubbed the Coronavirus Community Task Force.

“The credit really goes to the Rappahannock-Rapidan VDH epidemiologist April Achter and Regional Medical Director Dr. Wade Kartchner for spearheading this initiative,” von Elten said in an April 8 interview.

While the number of confirmed cases and hospitalizations in the local health district remains relatively low, Achter said in an April 23 phone call

that the number of new cases is accelerating in the Rapphannock-Rapidan Health District, which includes Fauquier, Culpeper, Rappahannock, Madison and Orange counties.

Confirmed cases in the district rose 85% from April 15 to April 22, she said, and as of Thursday she did not yet see the increase in confirmed cases slowing down. “We are reinforcing all of our recommendations,” in regard to public health guidance meant to prevent the spread of the virus, she said. As of April 28, there were a cumulative total of 275 COVID-19 cases in the health district, including 24 hospitalizations and four deaths, according to the VDH. Achter said that while some limited studies of the presence of COVID-19 antibodies are currently taking place, testing for the disease itself – like that being facilitated by programs like the one taking place at PUC - is the best approach from a public health perspective. Most of the antibody studies being conducted now are research driven and not necessarily useful for acute care, she said.

Antibodies can take up to four weeks after infection to be detectable by the kinds of tests most available currently, Achter said. In any case, she added, “we just don’t know yet” whether the presence of antibodies in an individual mean that person is immune to contracting the disease a second time.

Reach Coy Ferrell at cferrell@ fauquier.com

Governor extends restrictions on non-urgent medical procedures through May 1

By Robin Earl

Times Staff Writer

An April 23 press release from Gov. Ralph Northam announced that the governor has extended the current ban on elective surgeries by one week, until May 1. The order was set to expire April 24.

The press release said that the ban on elective surgeries "will continue while the governor and state Health Commissioner M. Norman Oliver, MD, MA continue to evaluate, in conjunction with hospitals and other medical facilities, how to safely ease restrictions on non-essential medical procedures ..."

Northam said in the release, “We have increased our supply of personal protective equipment, but before we allow elective surgeries to resume, we must first be assured that the doctors, nurses and medical staff who are fighting this virus or conducting emergency surgeries have the necessary supplies. We are working with medical facilities on plans to ensure that we can resume elective surgeries safely and responsibly.”

The VHHA’s position

The Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association sent a letter to Gov. Ralph Northam on Thursday, April 18, asking that he allow the Order of Public Health Emergency Two to expire on April 24. The change would allow hospitals in the common-

wealth to offer non-urgent services, like elective surgeries.

VHHA president and CEO Sean Connaughton wrote in the letter, “As this crisis has evolved, we have gained a better understanding of our capacity to meet the needs of COVID-19 patients.

We believe we have the capacity to treat these patients now and as the disease progresses, while at the same time safely providing care for Virginians in need of non-urgent, but medically necessary care unrelated to COVID-19.”

Fauquier Hospital CEO Chad Melton said Thursday that he agrees with the VHHA request. He said, “We are prepared if the governor lets the executive order expire tomorrow. A plan has been in the works for many weeks, and [we are] currently working with our medical staff to start elective cases in a safe and organized manner.”

He explained, “It will be a phased approach to ensure the safety of our patients and team. We don’t expect to be back to 100% until a month or two down the road; there are too many variables to give an exact timeframe.

“It will be a day-to-day call on performing elective cases, with guidance from administration and medical staff leadership.”

Melton clarified that many of the precautions in place today will remain in place for the foreseeable future. He said, “The hospital, clinics, outpatient locations and our emergency department are safe environments to provide

care, due to the precautions we’ve put in place the past two months.”

All Fauquier Health entities are operating under a zero-visitor policy, with entrance to the hospital available only through the front lobby and emergency department until 7 p.m. and only through the emergency department after 7 p.m. and on weekends. Visitor screening precautions are still in effect. Internally, all staff is screened, temperatures are taken, and they are asked the same screening questions that visitors are asked.

(For a complete list of steps Fauquier Hospital is taking to minimize the risk of spreading COVID-19, see https://www.fauquierhealth.org/ coronavir us-covid-19-preparedness-information.)

VHHA letter to the governor

The VHHA’s letter to the governor lays out Connaughton's view of the current situation. “Significant progress has been made in combating the COVID-19 pandemic and treating those afflicted with the virus … we have distributed personal protective equipment to frontline health care workers, expanded the commonwealth’s capacity for testing suspected COVID-19 patients, increased capacity to treat COVID-19 patients and modeled projected surge at our hospitals. These efforts, combined with … directives on social distancing and Virginians’ commitment to staying home, have helped

stem the impact COVID-19 has had on the commonwealth.”

Connaughton wrote that the executive order has led to a “tremendous availability of beds at our hospitals.

There are almost 6,000 open beds at our hospitals, along with 2,200 unused ventilators.”

He added, “There are currently 1,301 COVID-19 patients (confirmed and pending test results) hospitalized across Virginia. Only 21% of the 2,865 ventilators available are in use by both COVID-19 and nonCOVID-19 patients. Critically, these numbers have remained consistent since the end of March.”

In an accompanying document titled “Framework for reopening Virginia’s Health care System,” the VHHA claims that staffing is not a significant issue, stating, “Only one of 115 hospitals ... have indicated potential challenges staffing their facilities over the next 96 hours.”

And the document pointed out that the restrictions imposed by the executive order are contributing to medical staff being out of work.

Connaughton further explained his reasoning for allowing hospitals to resume non-urgent services: “… it is estimated that 60,000 Virginians have had their non-urgent inpatient and outpatient medical procedures canceled over the past month and 15,000 procedures will be canceled every week going forward …”

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Virginia politicians embrace fair maps, putting principle over party For a change, we Virginians have had some good news! Our legislature, for the second time, and on a bipartisan basis, has done the right thing and put the public good over partisan gain by approving an amendment to the Virginia Constitution establishing an independent redistricting commission.

Voters will now have a chance to vote to incorporate this amendment in our Constitution in November. In difficult times, it is nice to see our legislature show leadership – and serve as an example to other states.

Here is the background. For as long as Virginians can remember, legislators in Richmond from both parties have manipulated the map-drawing process that determines voting districts for their own partisan gain.

They draw lines to firm up their own job security in the state legislature, shielding themselves from transparency and accountability, and deciding which party should have an unfair advantage in our congressional delegation. In effect, politicians have made it possible to avoid having to listen to the opinions of voters because they choose their voters.

This year’s legislative session in Richmond was the last chance to give Virginians the opportunity to amend the constitution this fall before the 2020 Census data will be used next year to determine the allocation of government resources for the next decade.

In 2019, the proposed constitutional amendment to create the Virginia Redistricting Commission passed the House by a margin of 83-15 and the Senate unanimously.

At the time, Republicans held a slim majority in both houses.

Since then, the tables have turned, and Democrats enjoy unified control of state government.

TREVOR POTTER

Observers watched closely to see if Democrats would be singing the same song as last year, since it’s easier to give up power when you have none. After all, politicians rarely give up their power voluntarily.

Nevertheless, after a sustained effort by a diverse coalition of national and in-state groups, that’s exactly what they did. After it passed the Senate, nine Virginia Democrats in the House resisted the chance to seek revenge through the map-drawing process and agreed to give up that power. This move was a rejection of the toxic politics of the current moment we are living in, and an embrace of the long-term public benefit of a more functioning democracy. They joined Republicans in the minority in a bipartisan effort to pass a landmark constitutional amendment.

If passed by voters in November, Virginia’s new amendment would establish a 16-member commission, made up of eight lawmakers and eight citizens, divided evenly between the two parties. The amendment helps to ensure public feedback and transparency.

Voters nationwide overwhelmingly oppose gerrymandering and are tired of the backroom deals. In fact, as Jesse Wegman of The New York Times editorial board put it in a column, “The more the public learns about it, the more they oppose it.”

Polling shows that Virginia voters

support the new redistricting amendment, 70% to 15%. And according to a January 2019 poll commissioned

by Campaign Legal Center of likely 2020 General Election voters, 65% said they favored districts with no partisan bias, even if it meant their own party would win fewer seats.

This makes sense. People understand that majorities in government come and go. Today, it may be your party reaping the benefits of increasingly sophisticated computer modeling to manipulate districts and hold onto power. As soon as the gavel is passed to the other party, you will feel robbed of your voice.

State efforts to fight back against gerrymandering have taken on added urgency after the U.S. Supreme Court’s refusal in 2019 to use the U.S. Constitution to stop even the most extreme examples of partisan gerrymandering, shutting the federal courtroom door to legal challenges.

This Supreme Court decision was extremely harmful, but came with a silver lining. Writing for the majority, Chief Justice John Roberts said: “numerous states are restricting partisan considerations in districting through legislation,” either by legislative enactment or ballot initiative.

The structure of IRCs vary from state to state, but are a valuable citizen tool designed to make the redistricting process fairer by establishing standards for who can serve on the commission and through criteria to improve fairness when drawing district maps.

In a trend that bodes well for Virginia, voters in 2018 opted to pass IRCs in all four states in which they were on the ballot.

Colorado, Michigan, Missouri, and Utah all approved ballot measures creating IRCs, and Ohio also

passed a bipartisan redistricting reform measure. States such as Arizona, California and Iowa also have processes that remove politicians from directly drawing the lines and that require consensus.

However, for the Virginia Redistricting Commission to succeed, strong enabling legislation must also be passed. Although Gov. Ralph Northam has approved legislation ensuring strong mapping criteria, more work remains. The House and Senate both must pass identical enabling legislation that ensures the commission reflects the diversity of the state, protects racial and ethnic communities, and places reasonable guardrails on the Supreme Court of Virginia.

Then the fate of the Virginia Redistricting Commission will be left in the hands of the voters. People around the country will be watching to see if Virginia voters take the power back from the politicians. The outcome of November’s vote has the potential not only to create fair maps in Virginia; it could encourage states to adapt nonpartisan citizen commissions from coast to coast.

Trevor Potter, a Fauquier resident, is president of the Campaign Legal Center, a nonpartisan election law organization that serves a leading role in the public advocacy for fair maps in Virginia and has taken legal challenges to gerrymanders to the U.S. Supreme Court. Potter previously served as Republican chairman of the Federal Election Commission and was general counsel for John McCain (R-Arizona) in his campaigns for president and U.S. Senate. Potter is a member of the board of directors of Piedmont Media, LLC, which is owned by the nonprofit Piedmont Media Journalism Foundation.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Voting: The heart of our democracy - Let’s make it safer and easier for everyone I appreciated last week’s letter by Max Hall, highlighting the achievements of the Virginia legislature and Gov. [Ralph] Northam, improving the absentee voting process by allowing “no excuse” voting, starting with the November elections. Other new laws broaden the timeframe for ballots to be completed, allow other forms of ID besides a valid driver’s license, and make voting day a state holiday.

While this is all good, it isn’t enough. The requirement for a witness to authorize your signed ballot when submitting an absentee ballot by mail, was not changed. This requirement should be eliminated. According to FVAP.gov (Federal Voting Assistance Program) only four states require witnesses or a notary for absentee ballot submission: Virginia, Alabama, Alaska and Wisconsin.

You might think, what’s the big deal? You can get a family member or neighbor or friend or your mailman to witness your ballot. I would remind all that we are being asked to continue

social distancing during this pandemic and many of us live alone. Should we be forced to interact in close proximity to others, in order to exercise our constitutional right to vote?

What about voter fraud? I think the fact that 46 states in the U.S. don’t require witnesses is an indication that it is not a significant concern.

In fact, voter fraud in general is highly unusual.

As Tammy Patrick, a former election official in Arizona recently stated, “government officials should resist the urge to write off a voting method [mail in ballots] that can make voting more accessible (and in the current case, safer) for thousands of people because of a few isolated incidents … If and when a bank gets robbed or a car gets stolen, we don't stop using banks or cars.

We enforce the laws we have in place."

In addition, Virginia should adopt practices now being embraced in other states, such as: prepaid postage on mail ballots; providing an ample

number of drop boxes for voters to return ballots in person; and counting ballots as long as they're postmarked by Election Day. All or a combination of these measures would help make it even easier for Virginians to vote and ensure that all votes count.

While simplifying absentee voting is of vital concern, we should find ways to ensure all residents are properly registered to vote and, for those who prefer in-person voting, that they can do so safely. We must prepare now for safe polling places and protecting our poll workers with protective gear (masks, gloves, smocks).

Broad and safe access to voting is not a partisan issue and should not be turned into one.

Whether you are an Independent, Democrat or Republican, you should have the right to vote without fear for your health and well being. I hope our elected and civic leaders will take the necessary steps now to ensure that we can.

ANN CADDELL NELSON Marshall

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Give Local Piedmont will raise money online for nonprofits May 5 Many of us will remember John F. Kennedy’s 1961 inaugural speech where he challenged us with the famous words ... “And so, my fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you -- ask what you can do for your country.” We are at a time when these words mean something to us all.

What can we do for our community, neighbors and families during this trying time? We all have a part to play. I am very proud of the Northern Piedmont Community Foundation, our nonprofit partners and the work we do. As we all struggle with our new normal, our organization has adapted by working smarter. We have created the Emergency Response Fund to address current critical needs in our local communities. To date, we have

distributed $261,975 to help our neighbors in need.

In addition, we have decided to continue Give Local Piedmont on May 5. This is our seventh year and to date GLP has raised over $4.6 million for local nonprofits. This year these local nonprofits need us like never before due to COVID-19.

Many people have been laid off, furloughed and some are just plain out of money. The work of many nonprofit businesses is essential to our community and must continue.

We can help them continue their good work by supporting them with our donations and we thank you in advance for your generosity if you are able to give.

Stay healthy and safe.

RICHARD LESSARD Chair, Northern Piedmont Community Foundation

Disturbed employees not wearing masks It was disconcerting upon visiting Home Depot on a busy Sunday afternoon to see that employees were not wearing protective gear, neither gloves nor masks.

When I went to check out, I asked the cashier if she had any protective materials such as hand gel, wipes or gloves. She said they hadn't been given any "in a while," that she was informed they ran out and if they wanted some, they must provide their own.

I also called the store the next day. One of the "management team" told me that while Maryland stores were required to provide their staff with PPE, only some counties in Virginia were requiring stores to give their staff appropriate safety materials. He acknowledged that Prince William County was providing PPE as well as other neighboring counties but not Fauquier.

I find this disturbing in that it puts the employee and the customers at greater risk. Perhaps our county is also responsible in that they could mandate these safety measures. I hope this will occur.

RITA ROWAND Hume

Editor’s note: An assistant manager at Home Depot in Warrenton said -- in response to a phone call question about protective equipment for employees -- that masks and gloves were available to all employees, but that it was up to employees whether to wear them or not. Because Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam has not required the use of masks or gloves in a state order, businesses in all counties have not been required to demand that workers wear protective equipment.

Prince William County has issued a local order, he said, so employees in that Home Depot store are required to wear masks.

Governor’s heart is closed to pro-life scripture On Good Friday, Gov. [Ralph] Northam signed an abortion measure. His heart is closed to pro-life, and his ears are deaf to the Fifth Commandment: “Thou shalt not kill.”

There is a verse on Christian service in the Bible: “As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good servants of God’s varied grace.” 1 Peter 4:10

KATHY CEBROWSKI Warrenton

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Mortgage payment delay is not mortgage payment forgiveness Forbearance. It’s the hot topic of the day. It may also prove catastrophic for some homeowners who haven’t read the fine print - if they can even find fine print to read.

Social media posts state in emphatic terms, “Congress gives free money!” “Mortgage holiday!” “Don’t pay your rent!” In a time of uncertainty, it feels good to think those in charge are all-wise and all-knowing, that they are looking out for us, that they have our best interests in mind.

But it is well to remember the saying, “Rumor circles the world while truth is still lacing on its shoes.”

From the outset I want to make clear: if it comes down to feeding your family or making your mortgage payment, feed your family. If you truly must, ask your mortgage servicer for forbearance. Just don’t imagine for one moment your mortgage payment was forgiven, that it disappeared, or that there will be no long-term consequences.

Which leads to my second point.

To date there has been little guidance regarding penalties for forbearance.

But as a federally licensed lender I can tell you this: it is highly unlikely there will be no credit implications for missed payments. Some credit blemishes last a very long time, and mortgage lates can dog homeowners’ for years to come.

The likeliest forbearance scenario is that if you miss three months’ worth of payments, all four payments will be due in month four. Let’s say your mortgage payment is $2,000, and you engage in a “mortgage holiday” all three months. Now you owe $8,000 in one lump sum, and you’ve just gone back to work. This would be nearly impossible for most Americans under the best of circumstanc-

New COVID-19 app available

The Virginia Department of Social Services has spearheaded the launch of a brand new COVID-19 Virginia Resources website and COVID VA mobile app. It is available for iOS users in the App Store. An Android/ Google Play version is forthcoming.

Designed as a resource for individuals, families and businesses to access benefits, services and critical information, the website and app aim to connect an essential need - whether food, child care, health care, housing, unemployment

LAURIE MACNAUGHTON es, let alone current circumstances when many have been unpaid for weeks. I fear, I deeply fear, we are going to see a foreclosure crisis that makes 2009 pale in comparison.

The punchline is this: if you can pay your mortgage, pay your mortgage. If you can only make a partial payment, call your loan servicer to see if they will accept a partial payment. If you truly cannot pay, bear in mind there will be consequences.

One last word to homeowners aged 62 or older: this time may be the right time to look more deeply into a reverse mortgage. An FHA-insured reverse mortgage is far different than most people think. You do retain title, and the home remains yours until you or your heirs sell it.

The loan is not repaid on a monthly basis, but rather in reverse on the back end when the home is sold. All retained equity belongs to you or to your heirs.

Because there is never a monthly mortgage payment due, there is nothing to fall behind on when finances are tight. The FHA-insured reverse mortgage is not exotic, nor mysterious, nor even complex. It can, however, be a financial safety net when life becomes unpredictable.

Laurie MacNaughton is a freelance writer and reverse mortgage consultant. She may be reached at Laurie@MiddleburgReverse.com insurance, or more - with an immediate and actionable resource.

The app has eight categories of help to offer. Clicking on one will lead to a series of links from relevant support organizations.

The categories are: • Can I get help with food?

• How do I find child care?

• What if I’ve lost my job?

• How can I get health insurance?

• What if I can’t pay my bills?

• How can I manage stress?

• I’m worried I have COVID-19.

• I don’t feel safe at home.

Fauquier High School plant sale to be held online The Fauquier High School’s greenhouse is closed, but its annual plant sale will go on in a new way: online.

To order from a selection of annuals, perennials, herbs and vegetables, native plants and trees and shrubs, visit https://www.fauquierhshort. com/?f bclid=IwAR3_U5gooz3fWdgWnsxi2ALCuj5u2j9i3VUgA_ 26gylL6VVLq9kgz2TfYog#/.

Products will be posted on the website as they are ready for sale.

Customers will be contacted to schedule an appointment to go to the greenhouse to pick up their orders.

Customers are instructed to text or call when they arrive for their appointment and their order will be delivered to their car.

The website can accept PayPal payments; customers can also pay with cash or check at pickup. Cash payments must be exact; change cannot be made.

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VHHA launches online data dashboard for COVID-19 With the support of hospital members, the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association has launched a new online data dashboard (https://www.vhha.com/ communications/virginia-hospital-covid-19-data-dashboard) to provide up-to-date statistics on the number of COVID-19 hospitalizations across the commonwealth, ventilator usage, current hospital bed availability, and metrics on the number of hospitals experiencing challenges obtaining or replenishing critical inventories of personal protective equipment and other needed medical supplies.

The publication of this dashboard, which is updated daily, provides a resource to the public, state and federal partners, and the media to share valuable, accurate data, according to a VHHA news release.

The information highlighted by the dashboard includes: • The combined number of confirmed positive COVID-19 patients who are currently hospitalized, and hospitalized patients whose COVID-19 test results are pending.

• The total number of currently hospitalized COVID-19 patients confirmed positive through testing.

• The total number of people currently receiving inpatient hospital care whose COVID- 19 test results are pending.

• The combined number of confirmed positive COVID-19 patients, and those whose COVID-19 test results are pending, currently hospitalized in an intensive care unit.

• The combined number of hospital patients, both confirmed for COVID-19 and those with test results pending, currently receiving ventilator support.

• The total number of ventilators on-hand in Virginia hospitals.

• The total number of ventilators currently in use at Virginia hospitals (not all ventilators in use are associated with treating COVID-19 patients).

• The share of total ventilators in use.

• Overall hospital bed availability.

• The total number of Virginia hospitals experiencing difficulty in obtaining or replenishing PPE in the next three days.

• The total number of Virginia hospitals experiencing difficulty in obtaining or replenishing other needed medical supplies in the next three days.

October Greenfield is an Upper Rappahannock steward with the Friends of the Rappahannock.

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Friends of the Rappahannock, PEC donate 300 native trees, shrubs to residents In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, PEC partnered with Friends of the Rappahannock for the Fauquier County Tree GiveAway. Three hundred native trees and shrubs were available for county residents -- and all were quickly spoken for, event organizers said.

The original plan was to give the trees away at Friends of the Rappahannock’s Earth Day social, but the COVID-19 pandemic caused a change in plans; plants were delivered to recipients’ doorsteps instead.

“Planting trees provides a wide range of benefits to our environment and local communities,” said October Greenfield, Upper Rappahannock River steward with Friends of the Rappahannock. “Every tree

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“It is best as one grows older to strip oneself of possessions, to shed oneself downward like a tree, to be almost wholly earth before one dies.”

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improves air quality by sequestering carbon. Trees also improve the health of our local streams. Trees catch and filter polluted storm water before it enters our streams, prevent erosion of stream banks, and provide valuable habitat for wildlife.”

The native tree giveaway was made possible by a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, support from the Virginia Department of Forestry, and Friends of the Rappahannock’s partnership with Piedmont Environmental Council and Rappahannock-Rapidan Regional commission, event organizers said in an email.

Margrete Stevens received some of the donated trees for her Bonny Brook Farm in Catlett.

“Some 10 years ago I heard Doug Tallamy speak, and came to appreciate that we could greatly improve the environment for our local birds by planting native trees,” Stevens said.

“Oaks score highest on the scale that measures the ecological function of plants in the Mid-Atlantic, so they have led the way, but we have also added a host of other trees. The Sweet Bay Magnolia that we have been given by PEC and Friends of the Rappahannock will fit in well on our farm. For our efforts, we have been rewarded with a large, happy, wonderfully noisy bird population.”

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‘Sky’ is the limit for Kettle Run pitching ace Joe Vogatsky prepares for career at JMU

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2017: 2-0, 0.58 ERA, 12 innings, 10 Ks, 2 walks 2018: 3-4, 2.14 ERA, 46 innings, 60 Ks, 16 walks 2019: 6-3, 2.24 ERA, 59⅓ innings, 82 Ks, 14 walks 2020: Canceled

By Peter Brewington Times Staff Writer

When James Madison University baseball coaches first saw Kettle Run rising sophomore Joe Vogatsky pitch on a travel team in the fall of 2017, they saw a young man who had a mound presence beyond his years.

The Dukes intensified their pursuit as Vogatsky had a breakout sophomore year, going 3-4 with a 2.13 ERA in 2018.

The right-hander committed to JMU in the fall before his junior year, then put up more monster numbers, going 6-3 with a 2.24 ERA with three saves last year as the Cougars made the state tournament.

In his last two seasons, Vogatsky had 142 strikeouts in 105⅓ innings.

Glittering numbers in Vogatsky’s senior year are not going to happen.

Coronavirus cancellations reduced his season to a brief scrimmage tuneup against Loudoun Valley in early March. “I threw two innings. It was clean. No hits,” he said.

But there’s no tarnishing the legacy he’s leaving.

The 6-0, 215-pound senior is Kettle Run’s third Division 1 baseball recruit in the last five years, joining current Colorado Rockies prospect Brenton Doyle, who selected VMI before backing out to attend nearby D-2 Shepherd University, and Sam Ewald, now at VMI. As he waits for life to return to normal, Vogatsky isn’t neglecting his craft. He has a gym in his basement and a pitching mound in his backyard in New Baltimore. “He’s a workout freak. He long-tosses every day to strengthen his arm and does stretching on his own,” said Kettle Run coach Ty Thorpe.

After not using a curveball until he was 13, Vogatsky now uses that as an elite pitch, blending it with an 91 mph fastball, two-seam fastball, change-up and slider, giving him five pitches. “I love his breaking ball,”

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“It’s a cliché, I know, but he works and works and works,” says Kettle Run coach Ty Thorpe about senior pitcher Joe Vogatsky, who will play at James Madison. Other NCAA Division 1 schools, some in the Atlantic Coast Conference, were interested. JMU went 31-26 in 2019 and 10-6 before the 2020 season was canceled.

JMU pitching coach Jimmy Jackson early priorities. Starting around sevsaid. “It’s a sharp, late-breaking col- enth grade, Vogatsky “was dying to lege-level pitch.” try the curve,” Royston said. “We Current Liberty High pitching started with short drills. I said, ‘You coach J.R. Royston get three or four curhas been Vogatsky’s "He has a toughness veballs’ in games. personal pitching about him."

I tried to give him coach since the JIMMY JACKSON a number. I didn’t KRHS senior was JMU pitching coach want to start relying 10, when Vogatsky’s on junk. If you can dad, also named Joe, met Royston at throw it for strikes in high school a Little League clinic. you can get a lot of outs, but it keeps Royston said Vogatsky’s fastball, the fastball from progressing,” said fastball location and change-up were Royston, who teaches P.E. at M.M.

Pierce Elementary.

“I give him a lot of credit for my career, he’s guided me along the way,” said Vogatsky of Royston, who played baseball at VMI with JMU coach Marlin Ikenberry and lobbied Ikenberry on Vogatsky’s behalf.

“I was lucky to have great coaches over the years and supportive parents,” he added of mom Julie and dad Joe. Vogatsky pitched just two games as a freshman for Kettle Run, going 2-0 with a 0.58 ERA. By his sophomore year he bulked up, saw an increase in velocity and was ready for a full load. He’s also a standout hitter who batted third and hit .403 with three home runs last year.

Thorpe said Vogatsky and catcher Jake Heenan called their own pitches.

“Joe commands his pitches. He’s in the strike zone with good enough stuff to get the batters out. He’s got that mental makeup to work a hitter.

Not too many things bother him. He controls his emotions,” said Thorpe.

One of his most pivotal career moments came in 2017 when Vogatsky shined for his Sterling-based Diamond Elite travel team at a showcase tournament in Harrisonburg.

After that outing, JMU coach Ikenberry reached out to Vogatsky’s coaches and got him to call, since Ikenberry couldn’t call Vogatsky until Sept. 1 of his junior year. “I called Coach Ike first and then Jimmy. We had really good conversations. When the date opened up, it started to heat up,” Vogatsky said.

“When they call us, we are allowed to answer,” Jackson said. “He was great on the phone, an intelligent kid.”

He plans to major in finance and accounting, but it’s no secret what his No. 1 job choice is.

“My realistic goals are to get in the rotation at JMU, be a weekend starter and one day get drafted,” said the highly motivated Vogatsky.

FHS facilities improvements delayed by COVID-19 closings

By Peter Brewington Times Staff Writer

The conversion of Fauquier High’s old dilapidated tennis courts above Falcon Field into a synthetic turf practice field are on hold due to the closing of school to the coronavirus.

“That was supposed to get done by spring break, but the whole thing is put on hold because some of the people doing the work are not working right now,” said activities director Mark Ott. Fauquier was also set to receive new mats for the wrestling room, but “the company in Penn-

sylvania is shut down and told to close,” Ott said.

And with the school shut down, there can be no delivery of a new digital scoreboard purchased for the gym. “At some point people need to get into school,” said Ott, noting uniforms and equipment are in various places and need to be organized.

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Registration deadline for June primaries moved to May 26 Staff Reports The deadline to register to vote in the June primary elections for federal offices has been delayed eight days, to Wednesday, May 26.

On Monday, Gov. Ralph Northam issued an amendment to Executive Order 56; the order had moved the date of the primaries from June 9 to June 23. According to the text of the amendment, the registration deadline was changed to comply with federal election law.

Polling places will be open on the day of the election from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., but the Virginia Department of Elections announced last month that voters are strongly encouraged to vote absentee in the June primaries due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

According to the VDE, voters may choose the reason “2A My disability or illness” on their application for an absentee ballot – anyone who is otherwise eligible to vote may apply for an absentee ballot using this option.

Absentee balloting for the June primaries will open on Saturday, May 9. The deadline for an eligible voter to request an absentee ballot be mailed to them is Tuesday, June 16.

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OBITUARIES A. Virginia Kidd A. Virginia Kidd passed at home from this life to her eternal life with our Lord on Saturday, April 25, 2020 after a brief illness.

She is predeceased by her husband, Alford Kidd, Sr., and her daughter, M. Jean Fischer.

She is survived by her three sons, Robert L. Kidd, A. Dean Kidd Jr., Ray C. Kidd, and her two daughters, V. Anne Walker and Leah F. Carter. She also was the proud Granny to 15 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was born in Baltimore MD on December 15, 1920, and was one of 8 children, of whom Jerry is the only remaining survivor.

She was very active as a leader in 4-H, as well as the Prince William County Fair, a Sunday School teacher, and the Secretary of the family business, A.D. Kidd Milk Transportation for over 60 years. Her earlier employment was with the Navy department in Washington DC. But first and foremost, she was Granny, who taught us all how to raise a garden to feed an army of hungry kids and grandkids, how to can vegetables and fruit, how to make do when times were tight, and how to love and care for those in need. Her sunshine smile will always be with us.

There will be a private family funeral, however once we are able to meet in large groups again, there will be a celebration of her life.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Asbury United Methodist Church in Nokesville, VA.

Thelma Lee Adams Payne Bussey Thelma Lee Adams Payne Bussey passed away on April 15, 2020 at Skyline Terrace Nursing Home in Woodstock, Virginia.

She was born in Madison County, VA on March 5, 1925, a daughter of the late George Luther Adams and Ethel Rebecca Ashby Adams.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Luther Turner Adams and Betty Adams Wilson.

Thelma graduated valedictorian from Madison County High School in 1942. After graduation she married Wesley Thomas Payne (now deceased) in Warrenton, VA. The family spent several years in San Diego, CA where he was stationed during World War II. After the war, they relocated to Baltimore, MD. Thelma was a graduate of South Baltimore General Hospital in Baltimore, MD with a degree in nursing in 1967, and was employed there for many years before moving to Warrenton, VA and working on the Tom Frost Wing at Fauquier Hospital in Warrenton. She married Ret. Colonel E. Richard Bussey in July 1983 and relocated to Ocean City, MD where they enjoyed their summers, spending winters at their condo in Punta Gorda, FL as “snowbirds”. Thelma did volunteer work at the local hospital while in Florida, and enjoyed singing withy the Charlotte County Sweet Adalines, performing in the Cultural Center’s Annual Christmas Musical, and being a member of the Charlotte Bay Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). After the death of her husband, Thelma continued to spend her winters in Florida and kept up her activities in these organizations she loved. She relocated to Woodstock, VA in 1999 to be closer to family. While in Woodstock for the summer, Thelma served as a Docent at the Woodstock Museum, lunched with the Ladies of the Red Hats, attended AARP meetings at the Spring House, served as Historian for the Narrow Passage Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), served as song leader of the NARFE Chapter 180 in Winchester, VA, and enjoyed meetings and luncheons with the Shenandoah Valley Music Festival Guild.

Thelma is survived by three children, Linda Manuel (Johnnie) of Woodstock, Norma Payne of Linthicum, MD, and Thomas Adams Payne, (Connie) of Pasadena, MD as well as six grandchildren, Brent Thomas Manuel (Kasey) of LaPlata, MD, Scott K. Manuel (Raquel) of Port Jefferson Station, NY, Tricia Manuel Irvin (John) of Annapolis, MD, Sandi Blackwell of Ocean City MD, Stephen Blackwell of Ocean City, MD and Robert Blackwell of Baltimore, MD. Thelma especially enjoyed spending time with her 10 greatgrandchildren, Luther Manuel, Zachary Manuel, Christian Manuel, Cameron Manuel, Ashby Irvin, Jack Irvin, Mary Rose Irvin, Liam Blackwell, Riley Blackwell and Megan Blackwell all affectionately calling her G. G. she is also survived by a niece, Gayle Wilson Layne (Artie) of Culpeper, and great niece, Rebecca Layne.

The family would like to thank Thelma’s many caregivers while a patient at Skyline Terrace Memory Lane in Woodstock.

Due to the current pandemic conditions, funeral service plans are incomplete.

Online condolences may be made at www.moserfuneralhome.com.

Ralph G. Swain Ralph Gibson Swain, 85 of Warrenton, VA passed away on April 23, 2020 at Fauquier Hospital.

He was born on March 6, 1935 at Leesburg, VA a son of the late Granville Gaines Swain and Lucille Brown Swain. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Joyce Mandley Swain in 1984; three brothers, James, Harry and Eugene Swain and his twin sister, Nancy Corrado.

Ralph went to work for the Fauquier Democrat (now the Fauquier Times) in November 1953, graduated from Warrenton High School in 1954, and then continued working in the printing division of the newspaper. He was drafted into the U. S. Army in 1958 serving for two years of Active Duty and then two year on Active Reserves. He and his first wife began his printing business, Swain Printing on Fifth Street in Warrenton in 1963 which he operated until his retirement in 2000.

He was active in Boy Scouts as adult leader for fifteen years with Troop #175 and as the Scout Master for five years and was then honored to be recognized as a member of the Order of the Arrow with Vigil Honors. He was an active member of Haymarket Baptist Church including serving as a Deacon. He worked for twelve years with the Redskins working at both JFK Stadium and FedEx Field.

Ralph was preceded in death by his first wife, Joyce Mandley Swain in 1984.

He is survived their children and their spouses, David D. and Theresa Swain and Julia S. and Clifton McMann and two grandchildren, Kyle and Emma. In 1987 he married, Dorothy Clatterbuck Swain who survives him; a stepson, Samuel Stalls; two step grandchildren, Zack and Luke; and two sisters, Eloise Embrey and Kathleen Apffel.

Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, memorial services will be scheduled at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to Haymarket Baptist Church, 14800 Washington Street, Haymarket, VA 20169 or to American Lung Association in Virginia, 9702 Gayton Road, #110, Richmond, VA 23238.

Online condolences may be made at www.moserfuneralhome.com.

Clarence “Andy” Henry Andrews Clarence “Andy” Henry Andrews of Warrenton, VA died peacefully on April 17, 2020.

He was 94 years old.

Andy (as he was known to all) was born on February 1, 1926 in Strasburg, VA to Pearl and Lovell Andrews. Andy was one of 5 children. He was preceded in death by all. Andy was also preceded in death by his wife of 65 years Katherine Jean Andrews.

Andy and Jean had four loving and devoted sons: Steve (Maryann), Bruce, Jim (Laurie) and John (Victoria). There are 8 grandchildren: Tina (Phillip), Tommy (Nicole), Andy (Stephanie), Luke (Crystal), Riley, Nathan (Laura Jean), Nicole (Casey) and Austin (Angie). There are 16 great grandchildren: Jasmine, Owen, TJ, Braedon, Wes, Alicia, Nolan, Zoe, Camden, Nick, Matthew, Christian, Autumn, Logan, Ryan and Brogan.

Andy was a career military man with a distinguished service, 1944 – 1967, in a variety of places around the world including active duty in both WWII and Vietnam. Andy was stationed in multiple locations both in the United States and abroad. He was a true American Patriot and Veteran.

He received a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star during WWII. He is part of the Greatest Generation.

Andy had a long career after his military life: Capitol Police, Fauquier Airport and his own Andrews Aircraft Maintenance (1970 – 2000). He worked on planes from all around including the Flying Circus. He was a licensed A&P and IA and a private pilot with multiple ratings. Andy was a member of many organizations: Masonic Lodge, Moose Lodge, VFW, American Legion and The Quiet Birdmen. Some of Andy’s favorite activities included golf and flying. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed the Redskins and Nationals.

From driving a coal truck, to serving his country, to standing strong for what he believed in, he was a survivor and his family will miss his spirit of adventure and his loving care for each one of them. A celebration of life will be planned at a future date and time.

The family asks for donations to American Legion Post 72 in lieu of flowers.

Online condolences may be expressed at moserfuneralhome.com.

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William Clark Barnaby

Carolyn Yelton Pittman, 77, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2020 at the Capital Caring Adler Center hospice facility in Aldie, VA following a brief illness.

She was the beloved wife of Robert C. Pittman of Manassas, VA. They shared over 54 years of marriage and had three children and six grandchildren together.

Born in Marion, NC, Carolyn was the daughter of the late Rayburn and Laura Phillips Yelton. She graduated from Bowman High School in Bakersville, NC, and received a BA in Fine Arts from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN, where she was a member of the dance team.

For many years, Carolyn served as a substitute teacher for Prince William County elementary schools, and for more than 30 years she worked tirelessly as a successful realtor with both Shannon & Luchs and Weichert Realtors. Carolyn was an accomplished artist and will be remembered for her selfless love and dedication to her children and grandchildren, her quick wit, her love of nature, the beach, the Washington Redskins and watching golf on TV. Carolyn is survived by her husband Robert C. Pittman; son Brian Pittman, wife Jennifer and their sons Mitchell and Connor of Ashburn VA; daughter Susan Luce, husband Joseph and their sons Riley and Cole of Great Falls, VA; daughter Amelia Trout, husband David and their sons Liam and Cameron of Leesburg, VA; and sister Sylvia Yelton Kaneko of Boston, MA. Due to the current mandated restrictions on public gatherings, a memorial service will be held at a later date once it is deemed safe.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Rheumatoid Arthritis Foundation: 1355 Peachtree Steer, Suite 600, Atlanta, GA 30309.

Memories and condolences may be shared at www.piercefh.com.

William Clark Barnaby was born on July 29th, 1943, in Detroit, Michigan.

He married Gladys Marie Goyette on June 6th, 1964.

Clark was a loving father to two children, Zoe and Damien. He also had 5 grandchildren.

Clark served in the Marine Corps for 22 years and is a Vietnam Vet. He loved the outdoors, horses, and working with his hands.

An online guestbook and tribute wall are available at www. vacremationservice.com Virginia Cremation Service of Culpeper is serving the family.

Ollie T. Thompson “Buck” Ollie T. “Buck” Thompson, 89, of Stephens City, Virginia passed away on Friday, April 24, 2020, at his home.

Mr. Thompson was born in 1930 in Fauquier County, Virginia, son of the late Annie Rose and Ollie Settle Thompson. He was a veteran of the United States Army, having served during the Korean Conflict, achieving the rank of Corporal. Mr. Thompson was a retired farm mechanic and manager of Rokeby Farms in Upperville, Virginia. He was a member of Upperville Baptist Church for 76 years. Mr. Thompson was a member of the Korean War Veterans, the American Legion in Middleburg and Winchester, Virginia and the Winchester VFW. He married Mary Ann Kirkpatrick on November 9, 1952 in Middleburg, Virginia.

Surviving with his wife is a daughter, Diane Hurst (Skip) of Upperville, Virginia; son, Vance Thompson (Wyndale) of Marshall, Virginia; grandchildren, Jay Thompson of Marshall, Virginia, Stephanie Hurst of Upperville, Virginia, Kayla Hurst of Yorktown, Virginia; and great granddaughter, Ella Royal of Upperville, Virginia.

Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by sisters, Elizabeth White and Louise Leonard; brothers, Walter Thompson, John Rinker Thompson, George Thompson and John Rose.

Due to COVID-19 all services will be private. Interment will be in Ivy Hill Cemetery, Upperville, Virginia.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Buck to the Korean War Veterans Memorial Foundation Fund, 10301 McKinstry Mill Road, New Windsor, MD 21776 or Upperville Baptist Church, P.O. Box 53, Upperville, Virginia 20185 or Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 W. Cork Street, Suite 405, Winchester, Virginia 22601.

Please view obituary and tribute wall at www.ompsfuneralhome.com

Lydia Mae Infeld Lydia Mae Infeld, age 80, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2020, at Lake Manassas Health & Rehabilitation Center in Gainesville, VA. She is survived by her daughter Mara Conner, husband Tom, and daughter Emily, Mill Valley, CA; her daughter Alex Schultz, husband Clay, son Ethan, and daughter Sadie, Chicago, IL; and her sisters Paula Glascock, Warrenton, VA and Nancy Wright, Hume, VA. Mae was born on May 27, 1939, in Marshall, VA to parents Paul and Elizabeth Frame. She studied at James Madison University (formerly Madison College) and received her Bachelor’s degree in Education. After graduating, she went on to teach in Virginia, California, and overseas in England, where she met her husband Paul, to whom she was married for more than fifty years.

Warm, caring, and creative, Mae was the heart of her family. She was actively involved in the lives of her children and grandchildren and prioritized spending time with family and friends. No matter where she lived, Mae always returned to visit family in Virginia. While living in San Antonio, TX, she was also active in her local community, taking on volunteer roles within her neighborhood association, as well as mentoring elementary students. In her later years, she found joy in taking care of her garden, admiring the visiting birds, and cheering on the San Antonio Spurs.

The family will have a private graveside service on Saturday, April 25th, and plan to host a memorial ceremony at Moser Funeral Home in Warrenton, VA in the coming months. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Online condolences may be expressed at moserfuneralhome.com

Lucy Jones Wilburn Lucy Jones Wilburn, 91, of Catlett, Virginia died at home on April 22, 2020. She was born on April 7, 1929 in Lynchburg, Virginia to the late Edward Worthington and Sue Walker Jones of Lynchburg.

She was a graduate of Longwood College and taught public school for many years in Prince William County, more lately at Nokesville Elementary. She also was a member of the Nokesville United Methodist Church in Nokesville and, later, of the Trinity United Methodist in Catlett.

For 48 years, she was married to the late Joseph William Wilburn. Preceding in death were one son, Wirt “Pinky” Edward Wilburn and a brother, Robert Emory Jones.

She is survived by a brother, Dr. John W. Jones and his wife, Margaret, of Gainesville, FL; son Joseph William Wilburn of Catlett; two daughters, Lucy W. Grubbs and her husband Robert of Troutville, VA and Susan W. Perryman of Front Royal, VA and her grandchildren Susan G. Lugar and her husband, Kevin, of Greenacres, FL; Robert W. Grubbs and his wife, Dana, of Blue Ridge, VA; Charles W. Perryman and his wife, April, of Arlington, VA; and W. David Perryman and his wife, Cynthia, of Los Angeles, CA. Also surviving, great-grandchildren Brandon Lugar, Natalie Lugar, Charlie Grubbs and Ellie Grubbs.

Sincere thanks to Shanae Northam, Hannah Skinner, Sharing Hearts Home Healthcare, and Hospice of the Piedmont for their care and support.

A private service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, April 28, 2020, Green Hill Cemetery, Altavista, VA with Rev. Steven Little of Trinity United Methodist, Catlett, VA officiating.

Remembrance can be given to Special Olympics of Virginia.

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OBITUARIES Richard Thomas Golightly Richard Thomas Golightly, 90, of Hampstead, NC, formerly of Warrenton, passed away on April 14, 2020.

Richard was a retired aeronautical engineer.

A pilot, he loved airplanes and mentored several of his grandchildren in their endeavor to learn to fly. He is remembered for his generous spirit, kind heart and commitment to family.

He is proceeded in death by his sweetheart of over 70 years, Rhoda Ann Chidester Golightly and a grandson, Scott Richard Wegner.

Survivors include his 3 children, Richard T. Golightly, Jr. of Hollister, CA, Marc George Golightly and wife, Candace of Hampstead, NC, Jana Linn Wegner and husband, Craig of San Diego, CA; 7 grandchildren, David Golightly, Nicholas Wegner, Elizabeth Slovak, Kristin Palmer, Heather Arens, Jeffrey Wegner, Hannah Wegner and 15 greatgrandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Fredrik Clay Forsberg Fredrik Clay Forsberg passed away suddenly on Good Friday, April 10, 2020. He was born on October 6, 1961 in Norfolk, VA to Bruce Koolage Forsberg and the late Fredrik Hall Forsberg. He is survived by his beloved wife of 20 years, Margaret “Meg” White Forsberg, his mother, Bruce, and his two sisters, Stuart McClintic (Will) and Elizabeth Wadman (David). He is also survived by four nieces, three nephews, two great nieces and one great nephew.

Clay was the son-in-law of Anne Slater Coyner and Arthur Gray Coyner. He also was the brother-in-law to Christian Bedford Coyner (Laura).

Clay attended Norfolk Collegiate School and graduated from Blue Ridge School. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Marketing from Elon University. Clay worked in sales for MobilityWorks. He took pride in helping the disabled community maintain an independent and active lifestyle.

Clay was a member of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church. He enjoyed spending time with his wife and their two dogs, going to the beach and watching the sunset. He loved live music and was an avid sports fan. He lit up a room with his infectious smile and charismatic personality. Clay never met a stranger. He was blessed with an abundance of good friends.

A celebration of life is planned for a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 1009 W. Princess Anne Road, Norfolk, VA 23507.

Arrangements are by H.D. Oliver.

Mary Essig Timmerman Mary Essig Timmerman of Amissville, VA, age 89, passed away Saturday, April 18, 2020 at home. Born September 1930 in Reading, PA to the late Paul and Rose Essig, she was predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Edward J Timmerman.

She is survived by her children, Mark Timmerman (wife Carol Timmerman), Barbara Timmerman (husband Michael Denney), Gail Newcomb (husband Fred Newcomb), and Lee Phaup (husband Allen Phaup); grandchildren Seth Timmerman, Samantha Jenkins and Rachel Newcomb; and great grandchildren Tyler, Katie and Lane Jenkins, and MacKenzie Timmerman.

Mary was a stewardess for Eastern Airlines in the early 1950’s. She raised four children, often attending a myriad of equestrian events. For many years, she was very active with the Virginia Republican Party. She served as a Delegate to State Conventions, Precinct Captain and Poll Worker, Vice Chairman of the Culpeper Republican Committee, and Founder and President of the Culpeper County Republican Women’s Committee. She served in various roles for many campaigns, most notably those of President Reagan, U.S. Senator John Warner, State Senator Kevin Miller and State Delegate Andy Guest.

There will be a celebration of Mary’s life held at a later date.

Fond memories and condolences of Mary may be shared with the Timmerman family through clore-english.com.

The Timmerman family has entrusted Clore-English Funeral Home with these arrangements

Cherie Lea Kate Hardy Cherie Lea Kate Hardy, 47, of Sperryville died April 13, 2020 at Fauquier Hospital.

She was born August 18 , 1972 in Bogalusa, LA , the daughter of William and Ruby Ruth Tannehill.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by a son, Devon Sheehan ; two brothers Mark Hardy (Pia), Bryan Tannehill (Stacey); one sister Desiree’ Tannehill Johnson (Al); as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

A private service will be held at Moser Funeral Home, Saturday May 2, 2020 at 3pm with Covid 19 restrictions in place, with Rev. Frank Fishback officiating.

Online condolences may be given at moserfuneralhome.com.

Vernal R. Weaver On Thursday, April 23, 2020, Vernal R. Weaver was called to her heavenly home.

She was born on April 1, 1918, to Edward and Hattie Rich in Farnham, VA. She was preceded in death by her parents; 8 siblings; her husband, Clifton M. Weaver; and a daughter, Margo W. Pollard.

Mrs. Weaver was a faithful member of St. James Baptist Church in Bealeton, VA, where she served as a Deaconess and was a member of the Missionary Ministry.

Surviving are her daughters: Peggy W. Pye (Norman), Shirley E. Weaver, and Esther W. Boykins; 9 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; and 14 great-great grandchildren. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and other family.

Graveside services will be private and a memorial service will be held at a later date.

Online condolences can be given at www.joynesfuneralhome.com

Ernest Lewis Fortune, Jr. Ernest Lewis Fortune, Jr., age 54, of Bealeton, VA, passed peacefully on Wednesday, April 22nd, 2020 at Fauquier Hospital.

He was born on January 17th, 1966 in Charlottesville, VA. Ernest was a devoted husband and father, a man that lived for his family and friends.

Ernest was an avid Redskins fan and a local football coach and mentor to young boys in his community, and known by all to have a big smile and a big heart.

Ernest is survived by his wife of 25 years, Traci Fortune; three children, Alicia Jenkins (Kyle) of Dayton, VA, Tre Fortune & Eric Fortune, both of Bealeton, VA; father, Ernest L. Fortune, Sr. of Rapidan, VA; sister, Dee Walton (Nathaniel) of Chesterfield, VA; brother, Jose Fortune (Michelle) of Bowie, MD; and three grandchildren, Adalynn, Champ & Vada ‘V’. He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Ernest is preceded in death by his mother, Mary Jones Fortune.

Service and interment private. A celebration of Ernest’s life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a trust fund for his son’s education.

Online condolences may be made at www.moserfuneralhome.com.

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NOTICE FAUQUIER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARINGS The Fauquier County Board of Supervisors will hold a virtual work session at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 14, 2020, in the Warren Green Building at 10 Hotel Street in Warrenton, Virginia, and will hold a virtual regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the same location, to be followed by a virtual public hearing to obtain citizen input on the following items: 1. AN ORDINANCE TO ENSURE THE CONTINUITY OF FAUQUIER COUNTY GOVERNMENT - This ordinance replaces the emergency ordinance adopted by the County on April 9, 2020, and provides a succession plan for key positions, limits certain non-essential governmental functions and interaction with the public, suspends certain policies, and provides for an administrative waiver process for certain land use deadlines and proceedings. This ordinance will be in effect until six months after the end of the emergency or disaster declaration or until repealed by the County, whichever occurs first (Tracy Gallehr, Staff) Copies of the above files are available for review by contacting the Board of Supervisors’ office Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. by calling (540) 422-8020. Interested parties wishing to be heard on any of the above are strongly encouraged to send written correspondence in advance of the meeting to 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, VA 20186, or by e-mail BOS@fauquiercounty.gov prior to May 14, 2020.

Due to the threat to public health and safety of the residents of Fauquier County from exposure to COVID-19, and pursuant to the County’s emergency continuity of government ordinance adopted April 9, 2020, citizens are encouraged to participate virtually in this process and may view the meeting via livestream at http://fauquier-va.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=1 and on Fauquier County Government Channel 23. During the meeting, citizens may e-mail comments to BOS.PublicComment@fauquiercounty.gov. Comments submitted for Citizens’ Time and those pertaining to public hearing items submitted during the meeting will be read into the record. Prerecorded video or audio comments will also be accepted. Anyone desiring to submit prerecorded comments and citizens desiring to participate in the meeting remotely are required to register in advance by calling (540) 422-8020 for additional instructions. In person comments will be limited to two minutes by interactive video from a conference room within the Warren Green Building. Participants will be required to maintain strict social distancing measures that may involve waiting in line outside of the building and citizens are strongly encouraged to wear a mask or fabric face covering.

Fauquier County does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Accommodations will be made for handicapped persons upon prior request. Citizens requiring reasonable accommodation for disabilities or requiring any other assistance related to the meeting should contact Ms. Renée Culbertson, Deputy Municipal Clerk, at (540) 422-8020.

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LEGAL NOTICES TOWN OF WARRENTON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS

Notice is hereby given that the Town Council of the Town of Warrenton will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at 7:00 PM via Zoom Meeting on the following items: 1. The Town Manager’s Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021 2. Town Capital Improvements Program for FY2021-2026

3. Calendar Year 2020 Tax Rates 4. Business, Professional & Occupational License Year 2022 Tax Rates and the implementation of a gross receipts threshold

5. A Resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Warrenton establishing the percentage of relief granted to qualifying personal use vehicles, subject to the Town of Warrenton’s personal property tax, for the 2020 tax year 6. Water and Sewer Rates for FY2021

7. WARF Membership Rates for FY2021 A copy of the proposed budget and rates as well as a copy of the Capital Improvement Program is available on the Town’s website for review: http:// www.warrentonva.gov/government/budget.php.

The Town of Warrenton does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities.

Accommodations will be made for handicapped persons upon prior requests.

Elizabeth Gillie, Town Clerk

TOWN OF WARRENTON, VIRGINIA

PROPOSED BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021 GENERAL FUND REVENUE

General Property Tax

Adopted FY 2020

Proposed FY 2021

$ 1,350,064

$ 1,386,064

Meals Tax

2,765,000

2,728,750

BPOL

1,980,800

1,850,200

715,000

670,625

2,002,000

1,943,250

Licenses, Permits & Fees

180,950

180,950

Fines & Forfeitures

190,000

185,000

Use of Money & Property

258,000

249,000

1,397,833

1,259,554

256,265

248,565

3,033,099

3,042,142

6,500

-

-

89,389

1,682,251

3,047,670

$ 15,817,762

$ 16,881,159

Sales Tax Other Local Taxes

Charges for Services Miscellaneous Revenue State Revenue Federal Revenue  Use of Fund Balance TOTAL GENERAL FUND REVENUE EXPENDITURES Legislative Department

$ 223,526

$ 259,947

Executive Department

238,273

306,774

Legal Services

212,446

223,297

Finance & Human Resources

716,816

735,877

9,142

9,342

10,000

-

3,573,225

3,912,746

234,544

233,029

3,866,535

4,271,534

79,855

75,355

Parks & Recreation

2,413,703

2,560,105

Community Development

1,727,161

1,402,329

Nondepartmental

166,665

191,665

Debt Service

792,319

967,596

1,553,552

1,731,563

TOTAL GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES

$ 15,817,762

$ 16,881,159

CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND

$ 2,734,000

$ 1,042,420

$-

$ 1,095,411

Memberships & Dues  Police Department Fire Department Public Works Contributions to Outside Agencies

Transfer to Capital

CAPITAL ASSET REPLACEMENT FUND (new)

WATER & SEWER OPERATING FUND REVENUE Transfer Fees Use of Money & Property Charges for Services Miscellaneous Revenue Use of Reserves TOTAL W&S OPERATING FUND REVENUE EXPENSES Water Supply, Distribution & Billing Wastewater Treatment Administration Debt Service Transfer to W/S Capital Fund TOTAL W&S OPERATING FUND EXPENSES WATER & SEWER CAPITAL FUND REVENUE Miscellaneous Revenue Non-Revenue Receipts Transfers In / Use of Reserves TOTAL W&S CAPITAL FUND REVENUE EXPENSES Asset Replacements Capital Projects TOTAL W&S CAPITAL FUND EXPENSES TAX RATES Levy per $100 assessed valuation Real Estate Tangible Personal Property -General Tangible Personal Property -Handicapped Motor Homes, Campers and Boats Machinery & Tools Business Personal Property & Computers Bank Stock (per $100 net capital) Other taxes: Cigarette Tax (per pack)

Adopted FY 2020

Proposed FY 2021

$ 10,500 234,000 5,674,251 17,000 -

$ 10,500 246,844 5,858,685 20,000 -

$ 5,935,751

$ 6,136,029

$ 2,191,631 1,913,435 877,565 718,683 234,437

$ 2,383,744 1,949,075 818,140 720,657 264,413

$ 5,935,751

$ 6,136,029

$ 192,000 956,650 1,114,125

$ 10,000 708,750 862,003

$ 2,262,775

$ 1,580,753

$2,262,775

$ 1,265,242 315,511

$ 2,262,775

$ 1,580,753

$0.05

$0.05

$1.00

$1.00

$0.00

$0.00

$0.00 $1.00

$0.00 $1.00

$1.00

$1.00

$0.80

$0.80

$0.20

$0.20

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Full Time Employment

Full Time Employment

HIRING

Small Charlottesville business is currently accepting resumes for a Millimeter-Wave Engineer. BScEE Preferred. Job involves RF Engineering activities related to the production and testing of 100-1000GHz Transmitters and Receivers. Recent grads are encouraged to apply.

Retirement and health benefits provided. EOE. Send resume as pdf to: rfengineer2@gmail.com

FOREMEN TRUCK DRIVERS PIPE FOREMEN PIPE CREW LABORERS EQUIPMENT OPERATORS GUARANTEED TIME!!

EXCELLENT PAY AND BENEFITS. Call 540-364-4800

Full Time Employment

Full Time Employment

Flaggers

Local & Long Distance Hauling, Clean MVR & Drug Testing Required.

Call Donnie @ 703-675-0918.

Millimeter-Wave Engineer

Full Time Employment

Utility Systems Repairer-Operator (USRO) The Smithsonian Institution, Office of Facilities Management and Reliability (OFMR) is seeking an experienced USRO, salary ranging from $26.27 - $30.53 per hour; closing on May 5, 2020. This is a full-time permanent position; duty location is Front Royal, VA. The incumbent will perform a full range of basic operations, maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs to include performing preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment and component parts of refrigeration, air-conditioning, heating, high pressure steam distribution, humidification systems, and boiler systems along with performing fire pump and emergency generator testing. To apply to www.usajobs.gov; create a USAJOBS Profile; search for Jobs and enter the Job Announcement listed above. To obtain information on the Federal Hiring Process for this position or to review other Smithsonian vacancies, visit www.si.edu/ohr. The Smithsonian Institution is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin and/or disability. Final candidate selection will be subject to the applicant’s successful completion of a prescreen background check and subsequent background investigation.

CLASS A CDL DRIVER

Full time, to provide traffic control & safety around construction sites. A valid driver license & clean driving record a must.

Starting $13/hr & scheduled raises.

Company-paid medical & dental premiums.

Please fill out an application at careers.trafficplan.com or come to our office Tuesdays or Thursdays (8am-10am).7855 Progress Ct., Suite 103; Gainesville, VA 545

Full Time Employment

Full Time Employment

BARN HELP

SYSTEM/INDUSTRIAL ENGINEER Small Charlottesville business is currently accepting resumes for an entry level System/Industrial Engineer. BSc Preferred. Job involves tracking & analysis of production and new product introduction (NPI) cycle times, activities related to corrective-and-preventive actions (CAPA) for engineering changes, general quality management system responsibilities, activities related to inventory control, oversight of USAbased technical outsourcing activities, and efficiency improvement studies related to mmWave standardized products production & testing. Recent grads are strongly encouraged to apply. Excellent retirement and health benefits provided. EOE. Send resume as pdf to: rfengineer2@gmail.com

PT/FT, for a horse reproduction facility in Amissville VA. Great working enviroment.

(540)937-9832

Full Time Employment Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)

or those with exp working with children who have developmental disabilities. We are dedicated to helping children grow & be successful in their homes & social environments. We seek professionals who have a willing & teachable attitude, diligence to follow instructions, strong verbal and written communication skills, after school and evening availability. We provide in-home & in-clinic Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services. Part-time: $18-26/hr. Warrenton.

Please email resume and cover letter to: sherry.chlebowski@abcbehavior.org

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