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March 16, 2022
Supervisors get first look at budget proposal By Laura McFarland Managing Editor
POWHATAN – The Powhatan County Board of Supervisors recently got its first introduction to the fiscal year (FY) 2023 budget and the potential challenges ahead. During the board’s workshop on Monday, March 7, county administrator Ned Smither didn’t jump directly into a detailed line item review, instead leading members through an overview of what some of the significant changes and issues will likely be in the coming months. The proposed FY2023 budget Smither presented last week calls for a total of $91.25 million in expenditures, which is an increase of about $5.43 million from the FY2022 adopted budget, or 6.3%. The discussion touched on a wide range of topics, including county employee salaries, staffing requests, school funding, debt capacity and more. The board discussed some topics more than others and asked for additional data on a few, but no firm decisions were made or indicated this early in the process. Smither said he anticipates that this year’s budget
process should not be nearly as busy as in 2021. Last year, the board adopted a 10-year budget that is supposed to be a good guide for the future. Although it won’t be as busy, he said, it still “does have some significant moving parts.” Looking to the future, Smither said the county is “not flush” but staff has a plan for a general structure that keeps it $3 to $4 million above its minimum. Tax rate Smither showed a chart comparing Powhatan’s property tax rate, which is currently at 79 cents, to Chesterfield, Henrico, Hanover and Goochland counties. Powhatan currently has the lowest rate (the comparison with Goochland includes the Tuckahoe Creek Service District, which brings up the overall average rate for the county). The county administrator talked about the Powhatan supervisors’ stated goal to keep a set tax rate rather than going up and down each year. If the board continues to go this direction, people will still likely see an increase on their tax bills because of increased assessments. Even if the board decides to keep a flat rate, Karin
Carmack, who represents District 5, pointed out the current board has made a conscientious effort over the last two years to lower the tax rate by a total of 9 cents. Chair Mike Byerly, District 3, said the world has changed dramatically and the board of supervisors is “absolutely 100% going to do everything they can to keep the budget in line to be as conservative as possible” knowing there could be hard times ahead. Bill Cox, District 4, raised concern at the workshop, as he had at a previous meeting, that the tax rate and the possibility of lowering it again did not even seem to be a point of discussion in the face of current financial challenges and unknowns. He also raised concerns about starting so late on the budget, but Smither offered a timeline of the 2021 budget schedule that showed overall similarities between the two. Smither did point out that this year’s proposed budget includes a change to the Tax Relief for the Elderly program. The budget proposes to double the exemption maximum from $800 to $1,600. This means that qualifying homeowners with assessments less than $202,530
Going up: teen shares love of elevators PHOTO COURTESY OF JANE CENTOFANTE/UVA
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Powhatan teen Henry Boyer is incredibly passionate about elevators. Recently, employees at Priority Elevators invited him to visit their office and then the completion of a project at the University of Virginia Medical Center, where he got to observe final work being done.
By Laura McFarland Managing Editor
POWHATAN – Life is often compared to an elevator with a great many ups and downs. But when 13-year-old Henry Boyer steps into an elevator, the ride itself is one of the ups. The Powhatan Middle School seventh grader loves elevators – how they work, what they look like and how they are put together. “I like all of it. I like hearing the motors if it is hydraulic. I like looking at the pictures and seeing how they feel. Possibly judging the indicators and seeing the condition they are in,” he said. Although there was the start of an interest at a young age, Katie Boyer said her son’s fascination with elevators has been growing in the last year and a half since he started watching online videos about them and steadily increasing his knowledge. Henry is on the autism
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Elizabeth Dewey, a sixth grader at Powhatan Middle school, shows off a complimentary color quote piece she made that is on display in the Youth Art Month exhibit. The show will run through the end of April at the Pocahontas Landmark Center. See more photos Page 6A.
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School board considers staff cuts, tech deferrals By Laura McFarland Managing Editor
spectrum, she explained, and has the ability to hyper focus on interests and sometimes become a bit consumed by them. Fortunately, while she admits there have to be limitations in place sometimes to keep Henry’s enthusiasm in check, embracing his love of elevators as part of the family’s lives allows them to see the world differently through him, she said. For instance, during a visit with relatives in Massachusetts last summer, Katie and her husband Steve planned a trip into Boston. But while many tourists would have their sights set on the city’s many historic sites, they created a different kind of itinerary that got her son more interested in traveling than usual. “When you go to Boston with Henry, you see a completely different Boston. It is the elevators of Boston. We are going to the Boston Public Library, which is a
POWHATAN – The Powhatan County School Board recently got a look at an updated fiscal year (FY) 2023 budget proposed by staff that includes more than $660,000 in reductions made to create a balanced budget. During the meeting on Tuesday, March 8, Dr. Eric Jones, superintendent, offered an updated proposed budget that showed some significant changes from the last time the school board discussed the challenges they were facing. After holding two all-day workshops with the school board in February to review the budget, Jones informed the members he would bring back a balanced budget in March. At the time, it was projected staff needed to cut $683,904 from the budget. The proposal Jones brought forward last week did include some significant cuts: elimination of 10 full-time equivalent (FTE) positions for a savings of $543,074; deferring replacement of Chromebooks for grades three to five for a savings of $320,503, and reducing memberships and travel by 20% for a savings of $36,353. The 10 FTEs staff suggested cutting are an assistant director of human resources, a special education lead teacher, a computer technician, a parent resource coordinator, and six instructional assistants. Not all of the changes staff proposed in the updated budget were reductions. The school board had already been mulling a 5% salary increase to take advantage of partly-matched funds proposed in the state’s budget. However, the board also looked at how its employee compensation compares to other school divisions in the region and
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O B I T UA R I E S MARY MARGARET DICKERSON
owned the Teachers' Aide, which provided materials for local educators. She served her local church, but, more importantly, gave us the beautiful reminder that church wasn't just for Sundays and serving others was vital. She was born and raised in Powhatan, but never hesitated to pack a bag and go when someone mentioned a trip. Prior to her diagnosis, she bowled three times a week and cared for all eight grandchildren. Most remembered her best as "Mimi," a title she said she'd waited a lifetime for. She was given a generous spirit and she used every ounce of that gift until her last breath. In lieu of flowers, Mom's greatest wish was that contributions be made to Powhatan United Methodist Preschool in Powhatan, The Steve Gleason Foundation or UVA's ALS Clinic. We love you to the moon and back, Mimi. The family received friends on Wednesday, March 9 in the Bennett & Barden Funeral Home from 6 to 8 p.m. Services were held in the Powhatan United Methodist Church, Thursday, 2 p.m. Interment Red Lane Baptist Church Cemetery. Condolences can
DICKERSON, Mary Margaret, 64, of Powhatan, departed this life on March 6, 2022, after a courageous battle with ALS. She was preceded in death by her husband of 32 years, Norman; her parents, Edwin and Mary Harris; mother-in-law, Eleanor Dickerson; grandson, "Baby Lewis" Dickerson. She is survived by her children, Travis (Gina), Mary Elizabeth (Matt) and Buck (Marianne); DICKERSON two sisters, Susan (Frank) and Lucie; her entire world centered around her grandchildren, Tyler, Liam, Joshua, Elizabeth, Maddux, Adelyn, Justin and Naomi; her devoted care team, Brenda Whiting, Kelly Jacobson, Dr. Matthew Elliott; and the UVA ALS Clinic and the "Thelma" to her "Louise," Renee Cosby. Mary Margaret retired from JohnstonWillis Hospital after many years of service and later,
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JAMES PAYNE SR. PAYNE, James Marvin Sr., 88, of Powhatan, passed away peacefully at home on March 7, 2022. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Ada Payne. He is survived by his present wife of 26 years, Rosa Payne; daughters, Debbie, Sarah, Loretta, Laurie and Donna; son, Jimmy (Judy); stepchildren, Melinda, Tricia and Christopher; 13 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren. Marvin served in the Air Force during the Korean War, was a lifetime member of the VFW and a member of the Midlothian American Legion Post #186. A visitation was held Thursday, March 10, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Bennett & Barden Funeral Home. Funeral services were held Friday, March 11 at 11 a.m. at Holly Hills Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Local Rescue Squad or American Legion Post #186 in Midlothian. Condolences can be made at bennettbardenfh.com.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR Wednesday, March 16
dietary, counseling, and women’s health. Patient appointments are by appointment only. Registration for new patients is Monday from 5 to 8 p.m. by appointment and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesdays by walk-in. Administration hours are from 2 to 8 p.m. on Mondays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesday, and Thursdays, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Fridays. Medical appointments are from 2 to 8 p.m. on Mondays and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursdays. Dental appointments are from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Mondays, noon to 8 p.m. on Thursdays, and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Fridays. Behavior health appointment hours are from 2 to 8 p.m. on Mondays, 2 to 5 p.m. on Wednesdays, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursdays. Contact 804-598-5637.
Community Matters is a resource for all Powhatan seniors interested in learning, staying active and socializing. The free weekly event takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday at the Rescue Squad Building, 3920 Marion Harland Lane. It includes weekly activities, presentations and informal courses. Information on times for various offerings and use of the space will be available ahead of time by calling the Powhatan County Public Library at 804-598-5670 and selecting option #3 to hear the recording. Call program coordinator Jayne Lloyd at 804-6980438 with questions or interest in sharing your knowledge on a topic. Powhatan County Public Library is will take donations of jars of peanut butter that will be donated to Backpacks of Love. This is part of a St. Patrick’s Day Raffle. Bring in a jar of peanut butter to receive one entry into a St. Patty’s Snack Basket. The raffle ends March 16. A winner will be drawn on March 17. Powhatan County Public Library is open for in-person services. The library is open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fridays, and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. Library bathrooms and meeting rooms are now open again and rooms may be reserved. Books to Go and Curbside Print services will continue to be available. Books to Go is a convenient contactless pick-up option for those who prefer to quickly obtain library materials in traditional formats. With Books to Go, patrons may reserve print materials, DVDs, and audiobooks online or by phone. Patrons have two options: place items on hold online through the catalog at www. powhatanlibrary.net or call the library at 804-598-5670 to request items. Online hold placement is available 24/7. Depending on their account settings, patrons will be notified that their Books to Go order is ready for pickup either by phone or email. Items are packaged in a new paper bag labeled with the patron’s last name. The bag is then placed on a table in the atrium. PCPL’s Books to Go pickup is available during open hours. Items are held for three business days. The limit of 20 holds per cardholder per day and the 50 item checkout limit per card will remain in effect. Curbside print/copy service will continue to be offered. Patrons may submit one printing/copying request per day for up to 10 pages of black and white printing at no charge. Requests may be submitted via email to print@ powhatanlibrary.net. Staff will notify the patron via email when the print request is ready for pickup on the table in the library atrium. The library book drop continues to be open 24/7 for patron convenience; however, patrons are asked to return mobile hotspots in the bin below the Books to Go table in the atrium during business hours. The library is once again accepting donations and the Friends of the Library bookstore is open during library business hours. Visit www. powhatanlibrary.net for more details and like the library’s Facebook page. People may also call 804-598-5670. Powhatan County Public Library will hold a weekly Story Time at 10:30 a.m. Participants will read stories, sing songs, learn finger plays and more! Weather permitting, the program will be held outdoors; in inclement or cold weather, the program will be held indoors at the fireplace. Business Network International (BNI) Powhatan chapter meets virtually from 8 to 9:30 a.m. every Wednesday. Visit Www.BNIVA.com for information. To attend a meeting as a guest contact Chapter President Sandy Duncan at sandy6284@msn.com. The Woman's Club of Powhatan meets at 10 a.m. at May Memorial Baptist Church, 3922 Old Buckingham Road, Powhatan, from September to May. To attend a meeting, call membership chairman Kay Watson at 804-240-4896 to let her know you will be coming or just simply drop in; the welcome mat is always out. Visit the Woman’s Club of Powhatan Facebook page. The Free Clinic of Powhatan serves patients at its location at 2320 Skaggs Road. Services at the Free Clinic include medical, dental,
Thursday, March 17
Three Crosses Distilling Company and Island Glow are partnering to host a “Lucky Dog Fundraiser” beginning at 4 p.m. The event will raise money toward the purchase of a new K-9 officer for the Powhatan County Sheriff’s Office as well as collecting donations of food and pet items for Powhatan Animal Shelter.
A Called to Care Meeting will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Powhatan United Methodist Church. This organization offers both support to persons who have health issues and those who are caring for persons with health issues. The meetings may include guest speakers on a myriad of topics related to aging and good health. Guest speakers have included a nurse practitioner, neurologist, nutritionist, physical therapist and many more. All are welcome to attend. This group is facilitated by Judy CainOliver, licensed clinical psychologist. The Powhatan Food Pantry is open from 10 a.m. to noon on Thursdays, Saturdays and Tuesdays at 2500 Batterson Road. Contact the pantry at 804-372-9526 or powhatanvafoodpantry@gmail.com. Extension specialists and industry experts share timely topics for farmers in the Virginia Cooperative Extension Ag Today, held virtually at 9 a.m. every Thursday. These updates are relevant and brief and are recorded for folks who can't join on that day and time. Podcasts (audio only) are posted on Westmoreland VCE webpage and YouTube video recordings can be found at https://www.youtube. com/ playlist?list=PL7_2QUVzrPXD pYsV2HY11CH8KBrluifyO. Contact Stephanie Romelczyk (sromelcz@ vt.edu) for information on joining the meeting live. Watched or listened to VCE AG Today? Let us know how we are doing! Find our survey here: https://vce.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/ SV_6fiYBb914AYRdn7. The original Powhatan AA meets from 7 to 8 p.m. every Thursday in the Powhatan Village Building.
The Powhatan Rotary Club meets at 7:30 a.m. every Thursday at the County Seat Restaurant.
The Powhatan Ruritan Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. at Rosa’s Pizza and Italian Eatery in Flat Rock. Dinner will be served followed by a program and a brief meeting. They are a community service organization dedicated to our county. All are welcome. Call Jake Berman at 804-651-4503.
The Powhatan Chamber of Commerce luncheon takes place at noon on the third Thursday of each month at County Seat Restaurant. Visit www. powhatanchamber.org.
Friday, March 18 The Fish Friday Dinners at St. John Neumann Catholic Church are back. The 2022 dinners will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. every Friday during Lent, March 4 to April 8, at the church, 2480 Batterson Road. The dinner includes
The Healing Streams Live Healing Services with Pastor Chris will be held at noon daily March 18 to 20 at New Life Church, Richmond Inn and Suites, 6346 Midlothian Turnpike, Richmond. Register at www.healingstreams.tv/ virtual/2022 or call 804-477-4464.
Greenbriar Baptist Church will hold a free COVID-19 Vaccine clinic from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church, located at 4731 Bell Road in Powhatan. The free clinic is for ages 5 and up will include all Booster Shots. People from all surrounding counties are welcome to come as well.
To pre-register for the event, visit https://rb.gy/efktkd. If the link does not open, visit https//vase.vdh.virginia.gov and search by date of clinic (3/19/22) and zip code (23139). If you do not pre-register for the event, walk-ins should arrive early as the clinic may close prematurely if the activity is low. The clinic will be conducted by the Chesterfield Health Department.
Habitat For Humanity - Powhatan depends on volunteers and donors. Habitat is blessed with the community’s helpful, kind and generous participation. The Habitat Store at 1922 Urbine Road will be open on the first and third Saturdays of the month from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. During this pandemic, anyone coming into the store must wear a facemask. The office is located in the Habitat Store and the office number is 804594-7009. Call and volunteer! Donate! Help us build!!
Powhatan AA meets at 8 p.m. every Saturday at Manakin Episcopal Church on Huguenot Trail.
The Christian Motorcyclists Association Powhatan chapter Living Wheels will meet at 6 p.m. at Company 4 Fire station at the intersection of Route 711 and Judes Ferry Road. Find out what they have been doing, and where their next ride or event will be. For more information call Tom Barnes at 804-690-4884 or Mark Lewis at 804-432-1831.
The Senior Action committee of Powhatan will hold a Town Hall meeting to share the group’s mission and goals for seeing Powhatan become inclusive for all ages. It takes the whole community to improve Powhatan for all generations. The meeting, which is open to the public, will be held at 4 p.m. at Gospel Light Baptist Church, 2109 Anderson Highway, Powhatan.
The Powhatan County Democratic Committee will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the large conference room of the Powhatan County Library on the following dates: March 22, April 26, May 24, June 21 and July 26.
Awaken to Hope Al-Anon meets at 8 p.m. every Tuesday at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church.
The new Bridge of Reason AA meeting is held at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at Powhatan Mennonite Church, 3549 Old Buckingham Road, Powhatan. It is an open, decision and literature meeting for Powhatan, Goochland, and Cumberland counties.
AA meets at 8 p.m. every Tuesday at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church on Huguenot Trail.
A Powhatan Hope Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meeting will be held from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. every Monday at PCC Church, 4480 Anderson Highway, Powhatan, Room 102. It is an open discussion meeting. Wheelchair accessible.
Tuesday, March 22
The Free Clinic of Powhatan will hold a free COVID-19 vaccination clinic from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Moderna and Pfizer available for first, second or booster shot. Open to the public, no appointment needed. Bring vaccination card if you have one to the event at 2320 Skaggs Road, Powhatan. Contact 804-598-5637.
Beginning March 22, Mobility Matters will be available to all Powhatan seniors 55+. Weather permitting, on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., four beach cruiser senior bicycles are available to borrow and enjoy in the Village area. No reservations necessary. Volunteers will be available to assist with the lending process, which involves accessing the bike(s) from the Mobility Matters trailer in the parking lot, leaving a drivers' license while bike is in use and signing a waiver. Find our Mobility Matters volunteer inside County Seat Restaurant, inquire at the register if you need help locating the volunteers, but they will be wearing a lanyard as well. These bicycles are three-wheeled, easy to use and a fun way to enjoy movement, fresh air and community! Contact program coordinator, Jayne Lloyd with any
Powhatan County Public Schools will hold a STEM Expo from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 25 at Powhatan High School, 1800 Judes Ferry Road. The evening will offer youth a chance to explore their interests and talents. Come enjoy a night of hands-on family fun as youth and their families experience many exciting STEM activities available in PCPS. Activities will include engineering design challenges; science demonstrations; robots for every age; interactive CTE tours; makerspace activities; virtual reality immersion, and door prizes for students, classes and teachers.
The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is hosting an informational meeting on March 24 regarding the Proposed Green Ridge Landfill. The meeting is scheduled from 5:30 to 8 p.m. in the cafetorium at Cumberland Middle/High School, 16 School Road, Cumberland, and is an opportunity to learn about the landfill process. There will be a question and answer period. For more information call 804-308-5748.
Powhatan County Public Library’s Teen Anime Club will meet from 4 to 6 p.m. on the following Thursdays: March 24, April 7 and 21, and May 5 and 19. Come watch anime with the Teen Anime Club! Bring manga, notebooks, cosplays, or other projects to work on. We will watch a different anime each meeting. For local teens aged 13-18 (grades 6-12). Application required to join. Pick up one at the library front desk. Pick up an application at the library and turn it into the front desk. Contact Brooke at pcplteens@powhatanlibrary.net.
On the second and fourth Monday of the month Powhatan County Public Library will host the Brick Slayerz, a LEGO club for 6- to 12-year-olds, from 4 to 6 p.m. Bricks and bases will be provided to attendees. A parent or guardian is required to stay with their child during the program. Upcoming programs will be held on March 28, April 11 and 25, and May 9 and 23.
Make a difference at Powhatan County Public Library with the Teen Advisory Board. Help plan and run teen programs, create library displays, suggest YA books and materials, and get volunteer hours. For local teens aged 13-18 (grades 6-12). Application required to join. Pick one up at the library front desk. The board meets from 4 to 6 p.m. on the following Tuesdays: March 29, April 12 and 26, and May 10 and 24.
The Heart of Virginia Beekeepers plans to meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 5 at the Prince Edward County Extension Office next to Lowe's in Farmviille (100 Dominion Drive, Farmville, VA 23901). Anyone who has bees or is interested in bees is welcome. For more information, call Mary Jane Morgan at 434-315-1433. To check on possible cancellations or changes, visit Facebook or heartofvirginiabeekeepers.org.
A Community Matters Health & Wellness Day for Powhatan residents age 55 and above will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, April 6 at Powhatan Rescue Squad, 3920 Marion Harland Lane. Sponsors of this event, participating vendors and community partners will have valuable information, resources, screenings, activities, giveaways and door prizes for raffles to be held. Registered guests (seniors 55+) at this free event must be present to win one of several raffles. A Slideways Food Truck lunch also provided. Special thanks to the generous sponsors: Dominion Energy, Anthem Healthkeepers, County Seat Restaurant & Gathering Place and United Healthcare.
Elementary school-aged children are invited to participate in Craft Time!, a new arts and crafts program at the Powhatan County Public Library. Craft Time! will be held at 10:30 a.m. on the second Saturday of the month. Upcoming programs are: April 9, Make a library quilt, and May 14, Mother's Day craft. All supplies are provided. Masks for participants who are over the age of 5 and are not completely vaccinated are required. Register through the library calendar link
Upcoming
Monday, March 21
Library for All is Powhatan County Public Library’s club for adults with disabilities and their caregivers. There will be crafts, stories, movies or even a guest speaker. Caregivers are required to stay with attendees during the program. The upcoming programs are from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the following Tuesdays: March 22, April 19 and May 17.
Sunday, March 20
member of one of these teams. For more information about Lonesome Dove, visit http://ldequestrian.com/ or contact 804-318-6485.
questions or to volunteer to help with this project at 804-698-0438.
Saturday, March 19
Mark your calendars for the next Powhatan Civil War Roundtable meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the County Seat Restaurant. The speaker will be John Quarstein and he will be speaking on the subject of the “Battle of Hampton Roads.” Dinner will be included with a fee of $18 for members and $22 for non-members. To reserve space, contact Pat Whitmer by March 13 at 240-298-0141 or patwhitmer77@gmail.com. Visit www. powhatancwrt.com.
fried and baked fish, soups, macaroni and cheese and more.
The Virginia Department of Forestry has announced that a 4 p.m. Burning Law is in effect now through April 30. Residents are not allowed to burn materials until after 4 p.m. if they are within 300 feet of woodland or grass brushland leading into woodlands. A fire must be attended at all times if within 150 feet of woodland or grass or brushland leading into woodland. No fuel may be added or fire rekindled after midnight. The law applies to camp fires, warming fires, brush piles, household trash, stumps, fields of broomstraw and brush, or anything capable of spreading fire. There is a maximum fine of $500. The Fish Friday Dinners at St. John Neumann Catholic Church are back. The 2022 dinners will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. every Friday during Lent, March 4 to April 8, at the church, 2480 Batterson Road. The dinner includes fried and baked fish, soups, macaroni and cheese and more. Do you have prediabetes and need to make a change? It’s time to take charge of your health. The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) can help you make lasting changes to reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes. An information session will be held virtually through Zoom from 11 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays, beginning March 23. The program includes a trained lifestyle coach to guide and encourage you; focusing on the skills you need to lose weight, be more physically active and manage stress, and support from other participates with the same goals. This program is free to qualifying participants. Fees are covered by a grant from the Virginia Department of Health. To enroll, go to www.ext.vsu.edu/dpp. Lonesome Dove Equestrian Center, which is located at 6137 Old Buckingham Road, provides yearround therapeutic horseback riding exclusively for veterans with special needs and disabilities. Focusing on veterans in Central Virginia, the goal of this program is to improve the quality of life for the participants through activities that are positive to their cognitive, physical, emotional and social well-being. As of Jan. 1, 2021, the program is also welcoming first responders to come ride with the program. Through March volunteers are asked to arrive at 10 a.m. and the riding sessions begin at 11 a.m. The last date for this time is March 23. From April through October, volunteers are asked to arrive at 9 a.m. and the riding sessions begin at 10 a.m. Upcoming dates are: April 5, 19 and 27; May 3, 17 and 25; June 7, 14 and 22; July 12, 19 and 27; August 2, 16 and 24; Sept. 13, 20 and 28; Oct. 4, 18 and 26. In November, volunteers are asked to arrive at 10 a.m. and the riding sessions begin at 11 a.m. Upcoming dates are Nov. 1, 15 and 30. There are no sessions in December. LDEC is able to provide a variety of services to the veterans because of dedicated volunteers. Those who would like to help and have fun at the same time are asked to consider becoming a
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Board member apologizes for Benefits staff recognized using derogatory term in sermon By Laura McFarland Managing Editor
POWHATAN – Newly elected school board member James Taylor III issued a public apology last week for using a derogatory phrase in a recent sermon at the church where he is the senior pastor. Taylor, who was elected in a special election on Feb. 15, asked to read a statement of apology at the start of the school board’s March 8 meeting. In the statement, he acknowledged that he “mistakenly used a derogatory phrase in a sermon” on Feb. 13 at Red Lane Baptist Church. In that sermon, which was recorded and posted online but later taken down, Taylor was telling stories from a recent trip to Israel about haggling at a market and mentioned a long ago trip to a Haiti, where he said he was dealing with a merchant and “Jewed him down” to a better price. Taylor said last week the term is not one he normally uses but heard in his community growing up and never thought of its fuller meaning. “I had simply understood it as another way to describe bartering,” he said. “After some good conversations with people in our community and others in the Jewish community, I have learned how offensive it is. I regret using it and have apologized, and meant absolutely no harm and will not use it again.”
Taylor went on to say that in the current political climate, “many people are looking for a gotcha moment” and this instance has been used to portray him as an anti-Semite despite his track record as an advocate for Israel and the Jewish people. He said that he strives to keep his roles as a pastor and school board member separate, but also pointed out he is the most public member of the school board, with his sermons at his church heard by hundreds every week and broadcast live and archived. “My critics have brazenly told me that they are sifting through and listening to everything I say. They stalk my media posts. They are looking for and will use anything they can to discredit and cancel me,” he said. “Unfortunately, I did misspeak in this one instance. I used a phrase that is hurtful, and by using this phrase, I gave my critics a reason to be critical. I am genuinely sorry and will do better.” Taylor ended his statement with a call for the community to come together. The only other mention of the incident at the meeting came from fellow board member Valarie Ayers, who spoke during the board comments and thanked Taylor for apologizing. She said she had been asked by many constituents to make a statement about how she felt personally about Taylor’s
comment. Ayers said she was deeply saddened and disappointed in Taylor as a school board member and a pastor. “Use of any language that demeans or degrades any race, religion or group of people is not acceptable. Like many community members, I had the expectation that Dr. Taylor would make a public apology – and he did and I am thanking him for that – to apologize to the people that he offended and learn from the mistake by educating himself about the people he degraded in his comments in order to keep this from happening again,” she said. She also addressed his comment that some people are “out to get” school board members, saying she doesn’t believe that. As elected officials they are held to a higher standard, “and I think that people are holding us accountable for being elected officials and being held to a higher standard, and I think that we all need to live up to that.” Criticism about Taylor’s word choice began circulating on social media the week it happened. The Powhatan County Democratic Committee issued a statement condemning the use of the word, which is “based upon a hurtful stereotype that has long been used against the Jewish people. Its ultimate effect has been centuries of oppression and even genocide.”
Habitat appreciates teachers Contributed Report Habitat-Powhatan-Powhatan will host a Teacher Appreciation Day at the ReStore from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 19. Teachers will receive 25% off their purchases as a token of thanks for all that they do. Habitat-Powhatan also will have information available about its upcoming Homebuyer Pre-Application Workshops on April 30 and May 7. In addition, critical repair applications will be available.
In April, Habitat-Powhatan will celebrate Earth Day on April 16 at the ReStore. Legendary Provisions, a local food truck, will be on site, and gardener Lauri Rogers will offer two plant workshops. Habitat for Humanity-Powhatan also needs volunteers for upcoming projects and events. Volunteer forms are available on Habitat for Humanity Powhatan’s website, https://www.habitatpowhatan. org/ or by calling 804-594-7009, ext. 2.
Community marks National Ag Week Contributed Report Farming is a 24/7 job, and Virginia farmers work every day to provide us with food, fiber and fuel while protecting the state’s natural resources. That’s something to celebrate during National Ag Week, held March 20-26. The national observance is a time when farmers, agricultural associations, corporations, universities and others recognize and celebrate the abundance provided by American agriculture. “Virginia’s agricultural production is one of the most diverse in the nation,” said Max Timberlake Jr. of Powhatan County Farm Bureau, a part of Virginia Farm Bureau Federation, the state’s largest agricultural advocacy organization. “And with a soaring world population, there’s an ever-increasing demand for food and fiber. Not only can one farmer feed more than 165 people and provide us with other resources we need in our daily lives, but they do this while carefully preserving the land for future generations.” Many Virginia farmers employ sustainable practices like minimal-till and no-till planting, which decreases the amount of soil displacement and risk of erosion. According to the 2017 Census of Agriculture, 32% of Virginia’s cropland—over 1 million of the state’s total 3.1 million cropland acres, were being planted using no-till practices. Additionally, 4,034 farms planted cover crops on 409,862 acres, preventing soil erosion and helping cropland retain the nutrients that keep it productive. And almost 40,000 acres of farmland were planted with riparian buffers or have re-
stored wetlands on the property. Riparian buffers are forested or grassy areas adjacent to waterways that help protect water quality. Farmers also have enrolled almost 400,000 acres of land on over 2,000 farms in a conservation easement program, which means that land is being protected from development. Powhatan land owners also have over 6,000 acres enrolled in Ag & Forestral Districts that participate in conservation programs. While farmers are good stewards of the land, they also have an important role in Virginia’s economy. Agriculture and forestry contribute $91 billion to the state’s economy annually and support nearly 334,000 jobs in the commonwealth. The state’s top three farm commodities are broiler chickens, beef and crops like vegetables, barley, mushrooms, seed crops and other field crops. Several commodities produced in Virginia rank in the top 10 among all U.S. states, including tobacco, apples, grapes, peanuts, fresh market tomatoes, turkeys and broiler chickens. During March, Powhatan Women’s Committee Chair, Susan Smith, will lead an Ag in The Classroom (AITC) program to distribute the newest book titled “Chuck’s Ice Cream Wish.” Copies will be provided to the county library and each elementary school library. This book will help children learn about the importance of agriculture, farming and the source of food. This is the largest national educational event of the year for AITC. The committee will also be dissee AG WEEK, pg. 4
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A proclamation was adopted during the Feb. 28 meeting of the Powhatan County Board of Supervisors recognizing February as Benefit Programs Specialists Appreciation Month. The proclamation acknowledges that the county provides a safety net to its most vulnerable citizens by administering the benefit programs of SNAP, TANF, Medical Assistance, General Relief, Auxiliary Grant, Refugee Cash Assistance and Energy Assistance Program. The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted the services provided by Benefit Programs specialists, calling upon them to creatively promote individual self-sufficiency and personal responsibility. The board commended the county’s eight specialists for being “at the forefront for public efforts to meet needs, steadily maintaining a high rate of application processing and case management to ensure that those qualified for social services receive and continue to receive them.” Social services employees who attend the meeting are, from left: Phoebe Wright, Patricia Hull, Cathy James, Rachel Tomlin and Jamie McDaniel. Not pictured are Cindy McDaniel, Dawna Minton, Katina Sprouse, Leslie Moses and Karla Coles.
Library ready to spring into action Contributed Report Powhatan County Public Library is ready to welcome spring with a series of gardening programs to help people create their very own garden! PCPL is thrilled to be partnering with the Goochland-Powhatan County Master Gardener Association to bring spring programming: Preserving Your Garden Bounty and Growing Fruit. The spring will also bring you the help you may need with Senior Connections’ Medicare Assistance. Join us at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 2 for Preserving Your Garden Bounty with Master Gardener Christy Jones. She will present an overview of various preservation methods to ensure for long-term food storage options. At noon on Saturday, May 21, the library will welcome Master Garden-
er Don Smith for Growing Fruit. A local grower himself, Smith will offer insight on how to successfully grow fruit in the local area. Senior Connections will be coming at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 20 with a Medicare Assistance presentation. They will provide free and unbiased assistance related to Medicare. Their team will answer any questions people may have related
to Medicare. All sessions are free; however, registration is required. To register, visit the library’s Facebook page or contact the library at 804598-5670 or library@powhatanlibrary.net. Powhatan County Public Library is an innovative resource serving as a community center, providing access to technology, engaging activities, and excellent customer service.
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Board seeks input on superintendent search Contributed Report The Powhatan County School Board has contracted with McPherson and Jacobson, LLC to work collaboratively with the board and school community to conduct the search for the next superintendent. McPherson & Jacobson, LLC has been conducting national searches for governing boards since 1991. The firm has placed
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over 870 superintendents and other officials in public and nonprofit organizations across the United States. The total contract indicates the cost of the search is not to exceed $24,000. McPherson & Jacobson has over 125 consultants across the nation. Over one-fourth of McPherson & Jacobson consultants are minorities or female. This diverse group of consultants has extensive backgrounds in education and public service, including current and former superintendents, assistant superintendents, university professors and school board members. Over 50% have a doctorate degree. Their diversity and expertise ensures that the Powhatan County superintendent search will result in quality leadership for education excellence. On Monday, March 21,
Tuesday, March 22, and Wednesday, March 23, the consultants will be in Powhatan to conduct stakeholder sessions in order to ensure that the school board collaborates with community members, district professionals and support staff, parents/guardians and students to gain insights into community concerns, upcoming challenges and experiences and qualities of the Powhatan County Public School’s next educational leader. A town hall will be held at 7 p.m. March 23 at Powhatan Middle School for community input. If you are unable to attend, the firm will post an online survey on the PCPS website. The survey will be open from Wednesday, March 23 through midnight Tuesday, March 30. The school board’s goal is to hire a new superintendent to begin work on July 1, 2022.
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Hello Everyone, My name is Cindy and I am an older lady. I am spayed and up to date on my shots. My owner passed away recently, and now I find myself looking for a new home to live out the remainder of my life. I am pretty laid back, but even tho I am older I still have a little spunk in me. I am hoping my future family will see this ad in the paper, and come adopt me, As I really miss being in a family environment. If you would like to come and meet me Please call 804-598-5672 and the staff will be happy to assist in scheduling an appointment for you to meet me.
If you would like to help the animals in our care, you can do so by donating to our medical fund at Claws and Paws, 4313 Anderson Hwy., Powhatan, VA 23139 Powhatan Sheriff’s Office | Division Of Animal Control Phone: 804-598-5672 | Fax: 804-598-5109
tributing dinner place mats to county restaurants. The mates have an outline of the state of Virginia identifying the many foods and products produced in our state. Timberlake urges motorists to watch for farm equipment, especially on our narrow rural roads. Spring is a busy time for farmers to fertilize and plant their crops and most of this equipment is very wide and only moving at less than 20 MPH. Powhatan County Farm Bureau is one of 88 county Farm Bureaus in the Virginia Farm Bureau Federation. With 132,000 members, VFBF is Virginia’s largest farmers’ advocacy group. Farm Bureau is a non-governmental, nonpartisan, voluntary organization committed to supporting Virginia’s agriculture industry and preserving the Virginia way of life.
C R I M E R E P O RT Arrests One female was charged on March 3 with assault and battery (Misdemeanor). One male was charged on March 5
with driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated (M). One male was charged on March 7 with driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated (M).
Incident report for Feb. 28 to March 6 - Incident type & total calls Advice 32 Animal calls 15 Assault 3 Assist 20 Attempt to locate 4 B&Es 1 BOL 2 Civil 2 CPR 1 Damaged property 1 Death investigation 1 Disabled vehicle 8 Disorder/ disturbance 5 Domestic 6 Drugs 1 Follow-up 1
Found property Fraud Gunshots Hit and run Investigation Larceny Lockout Lost property Loud music Missing person MVAs Noise Overdue citizen Panic alarm PD alarm Project lifesaver
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will have full relief for their real estate taxes and those with higher values will still receive the $1,600 credit against their real estate tax bill. To qualify for this program, a person must be age 65 or older by Dec. 31 of the previous year or disabled; have a household gross income less than $50,000, and have a total net worth (excluding home and 1 acre) less than $200,000. Possible increases Smither pointed out a number of operating budget initiatives, including: employee raises of 5% for both FY2023 and FY2024; $465,000 in health care increases, or about 19.1%; $400,000 to address compression issues to keep the county competitive, and several proposed new positions. The proposed position changes are: three new employees for a new convenience center; hiring a purchasing director (and talking to the schools about it being a joint position); three additional firefighters (would be a change from contracted services); an added 911 emergency communications dispatcher; combining two parttime maintenance workers into one; a public works floater, and a parks and recreation technician. On a few of the positions, such as the public safety additions, the board asked for data from those departments showing the need for increases. When the board approved the 10-year budget plan in 2021, it included a 3% salary increase for employees every year. Part of the reason to jump to 5% is because the state is likely to pass a budget that gives a 5% raise to state-funded local positions.
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SUNDAYS 8:00 AM in person service in the church 10:30 AM in person service in the church (livestreamed) www.stlukespowhatan.org All are Welcome For more information visit www.stlukespowhatan.org Route 711 at Three Bridge Road 794-6953
EVERGREEN COMMUNITY CHURCH (PCA) Proclaiming & Practicing the Gospel of Jesus Christ
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Schools The school budget was touched upon in various portions of the workshop, whether it was overall funding, CIP projects or debt. One of the big discussion items is a proposed $2.1 million in local funds Smither proposed for the schools. This was largely because of how Powhatan’s
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Providence Presbyterian Church
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Powhatan Christian Fellowship Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.
Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Night 7:30 p.m. Worship Service 11:00 am All Are Welcome! 3308 Pleasants Road, 598-4970 1/4 mile off of Route 711 Located 1950 Ridge Road Russ Cress, Pastor (Rt. 627) 598-0733
1801 Huguenot Trail Sunday School 9am Sunday Worship 10am Wednesday Bible Study 6:45pm Bryan M. Holt, Pastor 378-3607 www.EmmausChristianChurch.org
Rev. Walter G. Lewis, Pastor Living As Christ’s Disciples Within Our Hearts and Beyond Our Doors 2253 Rosson Rd.
Just off Rt. 13 in the Village
598-4438
Worship: 8:30 & 10:30am
www.powhatanumc.us Weekday Preschool (ages 2-5)
Mount Calvary Baptist Church 2020 Red Lane Road Powhatan, VA 23139
Pastor, Larry B. Collins Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Office 804-598-2398
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The supervisors pointed out that the state offers these raises but the county still has to provide the rest of the funds needed to bring all employees up to 5% since they are not all state-funded. The board had a discussion about pay compression, which occurs when there is only a small difference in pay between employees regardless of their skills, experience or years of service. The discussion touched on how compression makes hiring and retaining employees more difficult in a competitive market. Staff pointed out that Powhatan will never be at the top of the salary scale in comparison to other localities in the region and that compression is a rolling problem since other localities also give raises and address compression, changing the playing field every year. However, working to address the issue still puts the county in a better position for recruitment and retention. During the discussion about increases, Cox raised concern that while the county’s proposed revenues and expenditures are both increasing, the expenditures are doing so at a higher rate (6.3%) from the FY2022 adopted compared to revenues (5.8%). Smither pointed out a significant portion of that was due to a projected increase for schools.
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Psychiatric Reckless driver Road rage Sex offense Stalking Suspicious Traffic hazard Traffic stop Transport Trespass Underage possession Unknown emergency Vehicle fire on Rt. 288 Warrant service Welfare check
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PCPS to kick off kindergarten registration on April 1 Contributed Report April 1 kicks off Kindergarten Registration in Powhatan and around the region. Registration forms and parent sign-up for appointments and screening go live on this date. Appointments will begin April 14 and 15. Powhatan County Public Schools is reminding anyone with a child that will be age 5 by Sept. 30 to begin
enrolling on April 1. This is a special time for schools to welcome their newest students. It is also important to get students screened and on the rosters as soon as possible to be better prepared for the start of the new school year. In addition, the preschool (VPI/ Head Start) application process for children turning age 3 and 4 by Sept.
30 will also be available online starting March 21. Check the Powhatan County Public Schools website (http://www.powhatan.k12.va.us) for information or contact your local school with Kindergarten Registration or Preschool Application questions. School staff members are so excited and cannot wait to get these students on the PCPS team!
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Powhatan teen Henry Boyer is incredibly passionate about elevators. Recently, employees at Priority Elevators invited him to visit their office and then the completion of a project at the University of Virginia Medical Center, where he got to observe final work being done.
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historical building in the city, which is why a lot of people go, but we are there to go see elevators. We charted our trip around Boston as an elevator tour,” she said with a smile. “When I went to Boston I pretty much went up an elevator that went up 36 floors – 36 floors,” Henry exclaimed when asked about the trip. But it doesn’t have to just be special occasions. There are the special fix-it projects that are growing Henry’s mechanical and electrical knowledge. There are the discussions that stem from new knowledge he gains about elevators as they are now and their history. It has also become a routine for Katie and her middle child to go on mini trips – around Powhatan and nearby areas – to ride the elevators and let Henry add to or even show off his extensive knowledge about the mechanical workings of a machine many people give little thought to as they move through life. “He is a lot of fun and I try to enjoy myself when I am with him. I am always impressed and fascinated by his knowledge on whatever subject he is interested in,” Katie said. “I don’t see the differences but he knows every single detail. It is really cool to see and it can be fun. It can be a bit much. There are days we say no talking about elevators.” But there are also days – like last Monday – when Henry’s passion gets to show full force. The teen had the opportunity to observe the completion of an elevator project at a parking garage in Charlottesville thanks to a relationship his family has developed with Richmond-based Priority Elevator in the last month.
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It all started with finding good gifts, Katie said. Because Henry’s interests tend to be specialized – before elevators he had already developed a fascination with fire alarms – buying gifts for him usually means going the route of online auctions. But elevator parts are expensive, she added, so before he turned 13 in February, she reached out to Priority Elevator to see if they had any spare parts she could buy or would even be open to a visit. She said that William Amiss, the company’s president and owner, almost immediately reached back out and she and Steve were able to take him there for a visit the day after Henry’s birthday. The company gave him some swag, including an Honorary Elevator Apprentice certificate and a custom light piece; talked with him about elevator facts, and even let him visit the warehouse. “For him it was like Toys “R” Us, but it was a big old warehouse with dusty mechanical parts. He loved it and he was able to acquire a few more items,” she said. While he was in the warehouse, Henry happened to recognize an indicator being repaired from a parking garage at the University of Virginia Medical Center, where he often goes for medical appointments. The staff was so impressed that they invited Henry for the final walk through of the elevator project last week. He again got some swag, but the most interesting part was seeing parts of an elevator and the machinery that runs it which he had only seen through videos up to that point. “They took me to the machine room. I got to take a tour of it and see what was going on. They showed me the controllers and how it all worked,” Henry said.
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Praise and Worship Service Sunday School 9:45-10:45 Sunday Morning Worship will begin at 11:00 a.m.
GREENBRIER BAPTIST CHURCH “God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things. We walk by faith and not by sight” – Pastor Darnell Carruthers
Sunday School: 10:00-10:45 a.m. Worship Service: 11:00 a.m. 4731 Bell Road, Powhatan, VA 23139 804-598-5491
2095 Red Lane Road 1/2 mile off Rt. 60 on Red Lane Road 804-598-2455 www.redlanebaptist.org Worship Service 9:00 a.m. Small Groups 10:30 a.m.
2390 Emmanuel Church Road 804-372-9254 www.newwalkbible.org Sunday Worship 10:00 AM Sunday School 9:00 AM Bible Study Wed. 7:00 PM
Holly Hills Baptist Church www.HollyHillsBaptist.org
(Independent Bible Believing)
Randy Blackwell, Pastor Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Youth Ministry 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting 7:30 p.m.
379-8930
1659 Anderson Highway 3½ miles east of Flat Rock
Wednesday Night Classes for all ages at 6:15
Dr. James Taylor, Pastor
5680 Cartersville Road Powhatan, Virginia 23139 Pastor Gregory L. Beechaum Sr. “The church where Jesus is Alive” 9:00 a.m. ---- Sunday School 9:45 a.m.----- Prayer & Praise 10:00 a.m.--- Sunday Morning Worship 5th Sunday at 11 a.m. Hour of Power 7:30 p.m. ---- Tuesday Night Worship & Bible Study
804-375-9404
Hollywood Baptist Church “A Church Where Love Never Fails!” Pastor Otis B. Lockhart, Jr.
MOUNT ZION BAPTIST CHURCH
Graceland Baptist Church Dr. Ronald Wyatt, Jr., Pastor
1059 Dorset Road Powhatan, VA 23139 Reverend Mark A. Divens, Sr. Pastor
A few hours after the trip, Katie was thrilled to share how much it meant to her and her husband that the company took that much time and attention to encourage her son’s special interest. “I was telling them, this is Make a Wish kind of thing for a kid like him. The fact that they pulled all that together and gave him that opportunity, he couldn’t sleep all weekend he was so excited,” Katie said.
Muddy Creek Baptist Church
2591 Ridge Road Powhatan, Virginia 23139 804-598-2051
Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Worship - 11 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Service - 7:00 p.m.
Rev. Bryan Stevens, Pastor
Pastor Jeff Beard, MA, MBA
10 a.m. – Worship Service 8:30 a.m. – Church School
3470 Trenholm Road www.muddycreekbaptist.org
375-9212
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OLD POWHATAN BAPTIST CHURCH 3619 Huguenot Trail Powhatan, Virginia 23139 www.finecreekbaptist.org Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Worship Service: 11:00 a.m. Traditional Vern Gilmer, Pastor
Service times are 8:30 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Worship online at 10:15 a.m.
2202 Old Church Road www.powhatanbaptist.org
“Your Community Church” 2901 Judes Ferry Road Powhatan, Va 23139 804-379-8223
Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Morning Service at 11:00 a.m. Bible Study Every Wednesday Night at 6:30 p.m. 3964 Old Buckingham Road
Sundays 10:00 a.m. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Experiencing the presence, power and person of Jesus Christ
Loving, Investing, Fulfilling, Empowering Senior Pastor Justin Wilson Sunday Service 10:30am 2410 New Dorset Circle www.Communitylifechurchpowhatan.org
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Sunday 10am, 11am & 6pm Wednesday 7pm
3920 MAIDENS RD., POWHATAN
804-598-2301
Evening Bible Study 7:00 p.m.
Brad Russell, Pastor 598-4241
Family Worship Center
598-2763
Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Mid Day Bible Study 11:30 a.m.
Contemporary – 9:00 a.m. Sunday School – 9:45 a.m. Worship – 11 a.m. Children’s Worship – 11 a.m. Praise & Worship – 6 p.m. Lighthouse Youth – Wed. 5:30 p.m. Bible Study – Wed. 6:30 p.m. Children’s Worship (all ages) – Wed. 6:30 p.m. Miracles of God Sp. Needs Service: 2 p.m. the 2nd Sat. of each month 598-3481 • 975 Dorset Road www.gracelandbc.org
Travis L. Keith- Pastor Church Office: 794.7054 1530 Cook Road (Rt. 636)
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Contributed Report Youth Art Month was started in 1961 by the Art and Creative Materials Institute Incorporated and is still recognized by school systems and art institutions across the United States. The purpose of Youth Art Month, which is celebrated in March of each year, is to recognize the value art education holds as a piece of the total educational experience and celebrate the role of art in each community. This year, Powhatan County Public Schools is holding its Youth Art Month Show at the Pocahontas Landmark Center. The
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discussed targeted increases in addition to the 5% to bring certain employee groups closer to the median within that comparison group. In particular, the board has been considering increases for certain teachers, depending on their position on the rankings in the regional comparison, mechanics and secondary assistant principals. Staff also proposed creating a line item worth $10,000 for band instruments. The last version of the budget was using a $2.1 million increase in county funds as a placeholder. Last
week’s version had a more concrete number of $2,117,694 in the county administrator’s proposed budget, but it has not yet been approved by the supervisors. PCPS was still waiting on the final budget from the state as well, which creates more unknown variables. Jones suggested if the school division receives any additional funds from the state that they be put toward fuel and heating costs, which are rising dramatically. School board members gave their initial thoughts on the proposed changes after Jones’ presentation but weren’t prepared to move forward with a full budget discussion. They scheduled an additional meeting on March 14 to continue budget discussions. That meeting
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show highlights artwork from all schools and age groups. Seeing the range of student work on display in one place is an amazing experience that reflects the spirits and minds of the children in our community. On March 6, the division held an opening to mark the beginning of the show. The show will remain up through the end of April during regular business hours for anyone to enjoy and share with family and friends. The art educators of Powhatan County Public Schools all hope the community will take advantage of this opportunity to celebrate the children’s creativity and support Youth Art Month.
occurred after press time. However, during comments, there was resistance to some of the staff reductions, especially the SPED lead teacher and instructional assistants, who work directly with students. There was also discussion about further reducing or freezing travel and membership funds and comparing textbook to software costs. The school board was scheduled to present its budget to the Powhatan County Board of Supervisors during a joint meeting scheduled for March 15, which occurred after press time. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled for March 22, and the school board’s adoption of the budget is scheduled for April 19.
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Composite Index numbers changed, assuming that the county can pay a larger portion of the schools’ funding. The school board sees the change as a $1.9 million loss in expected revenue and had a discussion the next day about cuts that need to be made to create a balanced budget. Some of the supervisors in the March 7 workshop argued that it is not really a decrease in funding since the schools never had the funding in the first place. It was expected to be a pointed discussion topic at the joint meeting scheduled between the two boards on March 15, which occurred after press time. Throughout the discussion, supervisors also pointed out that the proposed $26 million in local funding for the schools is not the extent of the county’s contributions. They discussed debt capacity, part of which was from school projects, and CIP projects. Capital improvement plan
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The capital improvement plan (CIP) laid out in the board’s budget information has 10 main areas of spending for FY2023 totaling $12.8 million. The proposed CIP contains $2.93 million for the various public safety projects, which includes the planned addition to the Company 1 Fire Station, additional fire and rescue apparatus and additional sheriff’s office vehicles. The public works category is mostly made up of more than $2 million in Central Virginia Transportation Authority (CVTA) funds, which can only be spent on transportation-related projects. The CIP also includes $100,000 for roof replacements of the county’s Skaggs Road building; $125,000 for HVAC system repairs, and $10,000 toward converting light fixtures from fluorescent to LEDs, which is a long-term project. Some of the projects proposed in the parks and recreation category include $300,000 for additional Fighting Creek Park bathrooms; $263,000 for Village Building restroom improvements, and $500,000 to create a Trail Master Plan. Under utilities, the only proposed project is a new shed for Dutoy Wastewater Treatment Plant storage. School projects include $600,000 to replace Powhatan High School’s cameras and public alert system; $1.056 million for school bus purchases; $190,000 for the re-
placement of the transportation radio system; $468,000 to create a consolidated preschool at the Pocahontas Landmark Center, and $750,000 for Powhatan Elementary HVAC replacements. Of the school projects, Smither’s budget proposes $799,000 from the school division’s capital maintenance reserve be used toward the radio system, preschool and HVAC replacement. The school board decides how to use that fund but has to have approval from the board of supervisors to use it. The IT infrastructure and systems category total of $2.85 million is mostly made up of $2.52 million for broadband, with the other $321,000 is aimed at technology upgrades and replacements. Thomas Vo, budget manager, pointed out that some of these items were changes from what was approved in the 10-year CIP last year. Those included fire and rescue apparatus and vehicles (mostly due to inflation); sheriff and administration vehicles; roof replacements; a Fighting Creek Land expansion; a Heart Monitor Replacement program; a Lucas CPR Device replacement, and 911 call handling software upgrade. There were a few other items that are not funded in the current budget proposal but could become considerations, depending on direction from the board. Debt The county’s debt capacity is a huge part of the discussion process every year as supervisors discuss not only what CIP projects they want to approve but how to fund them. Using pay-as-you-go funds has been emphasized a great deal over borrowing money, and Smither said this year’s budget includes “a minimum increase in debt” to keep with that trend. The goal is to keep the county’s gross debt less than 3% of the county’s assessed value of property, and the county is well below that in FY2022 at 2.1%, he said. The goal for debt services as a percentage of expenditures is to get it back under the 12% goal, which happened with the FY2022 budget, where it is at 11.96%, he said. The 10-year forecast with the board’s current plan has the county down to 8.84% in FY2032. “The board has sent a clear message that pay as you go is a preferred method of attacking some of these projects in the CIP and this CIP does include, I think, $6.5 million in pay-as-you-go projects,” he said.
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Current events evince haunting déjà vu By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist
It was an exciting event when a new television arrived at our house in 1955, but it surprisingly made little difference in the life of 5-year-old. A limited amount of program paired with my parents’ philosophy that a child was raised better playing outdoors rather than indoors added to my diminished interest in the new appliance. The following year more programs were available, and I paid more attention to the small screen that offered glimpses of places and things not available on any other media at the time. One of my first memories of the power of television occurred in 1956, when an announcer asked parents to remove children from the room for the news that followed. My sister and I headed down the hall toward our room, but stopped halfway within ear shot of the announcement. I peeked around the corner of the living room and saw tanks invading a city, tearing down statutes and demolishing buildings. Although I didn’t understand the seriousness of the developments or even where they might be occurring, there was something about that broadcast that seemed monumental, even to a 6-year-old. Thankfully, I had the childhood blessing of not
worrying about things I didn’t understand and resumed my normal childhood the following day. Years later, I learned what I had witnessed that night on the television, and days ago, it seemed even more important as I watched Russian tanks roll into Ukraine. Those 1956 news accounts that were deemed too powerful for children’s viewing described a Soviet invasion that seems eerily similar to the current situation and horror witnessed today in Ukraine. Hungarian citizens rose up in protest over Soviet dictates in their country and expressed a desire for a more democratically-run government versus a puppet-style regime installed by Soviet officials. In what some viewed as a compromise, the Soviets named Imra Nagy as premiere and agreed to remove their troops from Hungary. As often occurs, that breath of democracy and self determination led to further efforts to exert a desire for self-rule. Nagy abolished one-party rule in Hungary and threatened to exit the Soviet Bloc, a collection of countries united by Russian rule. Russian president Nikita Khrushchev had promised an end to barbaric Stalinist tactics, but the assurances seemed empty as Soviet tanks rolled in to Budapest on Nov. 4, 1956, crushed the government and installed a new premiere. More than 2,500 Hungarians were killed in the brief fighting in the streets of Buda-
pest, while another 200,000 fled the country, some of them landing in the United States. Nagy was executed two years later. There’s also a haunting similarity when those events of the Soviet invasion of Hungary in 1956 and the present day Ukraine invasion are considered. The scenes of Russian tanks killing innocent citizens is strikingly similar to the those first images I remember from my childhood. After the fall of Hungary in 1956, many criticized the United States for not coming to the aid of the Hungarians, and many of the Budapest street fighters believed other countries would intervene and stop the invasion. Neither happened. The Soviets and the United States would snipe at each other for the coming years in a Cold War that separated Europe and began an era of the threat to use nuclear weapons that has reared its ugly head in the current situation in Ukraine. There’s little doubt the Ukrainians are seeing better results confronting the Russians than the Hungarians experienced in 1956, but the outcome is uncertain and some say still sadly predictable. And as a nation we have once again learned lessons forgotten too quickly. Specifically, the words and intentions of despots cannot be taken seriously, and Russia has earned its place in the annals of war criminals, dictators and murderers.
L E T T E R S TO T H E E D I TO R Don’t judge others’ personal decisions on masks, vaccines Dear Editor, The Letter to the Editor from Claudia Rankins dated March 2, 2022, has prompted me to write of personal experience regarding mask wearing and vaccinations related to COVID. I have worked as an RN (BSN) since 1985. I worked performing infusion therapy during the AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) epidemic during the late 1980s and early 1990s witnessing pathological devastation and loss of often young lives and a personal, underlying fear of contracting the disease to which I was often exposed. Now enters the COVID virus 2 years ago. The evidence for and against masks, social distancing, and vaccinations for different groups is mixed. Personally, I was working with a compromised (elderly patients with co morbidities, usually in assisted living settings) patient population so I immediately got my vaccinations. I had had cancer 11 years ago and subsequently, after chemotherapy and a compromised immunity response, was advised by my oncologist to "skip further vaccines" as I had traumatic responses to Flu, pneumonia, and shingles vaccines. Realizing that I might endanger my patient population, I considered quitting my job. Instead, I risked the COVID vaccines, and fortunately had no significant ill effects. Unfortunately, mask mandates stayed in place even after vaccinations, and masks make me cough. I had a chronic, hacking cough after wearing a mask for 4 or more hours lasting 2-3 days afterward. I don't tolerate masks well. Two additional personal situations create my opinion for the need for individual decision making: 1. My son had heart surgery at Duke University 6 years ago. He is now 25 years old. He contracted COVID 18 months ago without significant illness. There is much evidence that the COVID vaccine can cause heart inflammation in people under 30 years old, leading many doctors to not recommend COVID vaccinations for this age group. 2. A past co-worker had a flu vaccine required at work 20 years ago. The next day she was fighting for her life in ICU with Guillain-Barre' syndrome—a risk with vaccines. She survived but further vaccine was contraindicated. Regarding masks: From a NY Post article from Jacob Sullum dated March 3, 2022; NPR says that “mask proponents . . . point to the many studies associating mask mandates with lower COVID-19 rates in schools.” But those studies are mostly imaginary. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention began recommending “universal masking” in schools
a year ago. At that point, there was no solid empirical basis for the CDC’s advice, and that is still true. Jacob Sullum with Reason on February 28, 2022, wrote the CDC, as always, claims to be following the science and adapting to changing conditions. But given that CDC Director Rochelle Walensky was saying as recently as February 15 that the agency had no plans to change its recommendations for schools, it seems clear that the CDC is shifting with the same political winds that encouraged one Democratic governor after another to lift statewide mask mandates. Ms. Rankins, I beg for your consideration of individual difficulties with the masks and vaccines. I encourage and respect others in their choices to protect themselves, but please don't judge others harshly for not wearing a mask and believing that a person has a personal right to take, or not to take, a vaccine based on their circumstances. Best regards, Deborah Howard Powhatan County
What were the changes to VA code? One stated that a landfill could not be within one mile of a private well(s) if the landfill was on higher ground. The second change was to add a double-layer of synthetic rubber (liner) under the trash pile. This second change was critical for several reasons: a liner is only warranted for 35 years by the manufacturer while a landfill has a thousand-year life, and a liner is only the thickness of a coin (1/16” thick) and can easily be penetrated by thousands of tons of trash sitting on top, allowing toxic water to enter the soil and aquifer below (our source of drinking water). Since the VA Code section that addresses landfills is thirty years old, simple changes like these are sorely needed and have been implemented by many other states. I am confident a similar bill will appear in the next General Assembly session. You can contact Delegate Lee Ware (DelLware@house.virginia.gov) and ask him to again patron a bill next January. Don Silberbauer Powhatan County
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Dear Editor, If you get your water from a well our VA House of Delegates Committee on Natural Resources has thrown you under the bus. HB1200 was a simple bill that made two changes to existing Virginia code regarding the siting of a landfill and the synthetic rubber layer beneath the trash pile called a liner that would help protect our ground water. Why is this important? At the committee hearing on bill HB1200 several citizens and environmental groups spoke in favor while a number of lobbyists from the waste industry spoke against. It proves that lobbyists mean more to politicians than constituents when out of a committee of nine (9) members (seven being Republican) only one voted in favor of the bill and that was the patron (originator) Delegate Lee Ware. Final vote 8:1. These amendments to the VA Code would cost taxpayers nothing but would add a little more assurance that our private wells were safe from the toxic water produced by a new landfill anywhere in the state. These House of Delegates committee members, like so many others, are hypocrites claiming to support the protection and preservation of our natural resources (i.e. the committee name) but take no action. However when it comes to asking for money to clean-up the environment they’re all in, as the 2022 VA state budget has $456 million taxpayer dollars for environmental clean-up. Whatever happened to “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”?
Dear Editor, It was heartening to see a report in the Powhatan Today, “School Board takes deeper dive into budget,” informing us that School Board members were making a line-item, by line-item analysis into where the school budget could be cut and brought into balance. We should applaud the school board for doing so rather than first looking to the board of supervisors, i.e. the taxpayers, for relief. With that said, might all be well served if we were able better understand Mr. Eric Jones’ concern with “…..his ability to maintain staffing levels necessary to provide direct support to students” (paraphrased from the Powhatan Today 2/16/22). One might wonder if part of the budget issue stems from teacher staffing levels being augmented under the auspices of the ESSRI, II, III and ARP grant dollars. Unfortunately, once all the “free” money from Washington is expended, the grant-supported staff remain, never furloughed, with the only avenue afforded the taxpayer to find the needed funds locally. Should this prove the case, perhaps the added staff serves as a contributor to the budget issue. Further, as the budget shortfall is being debated, we should take stock of the student population and cost/pupil numbers as presented in the 2/17 Powhatan Today article. According to the article, student population has increased by 37 from 4,194 in 2021 to a forecast level of 4,231 in 2023.
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Richmond officer sentenced for fatally shooting fiancee’s dog By Mark Bowes
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A Richmond police officer was sentenced Friday to serve one year behind bars for fatally shooting his fiancée’s dog in what a prosecutor called a “senseless and violent act against a helpless animal.” Following a sentencing hearing in Powhatan County Circuit Court, Judge Paul Cella sentenced Richard R. Chinappi III, 27, to five years in prison with four years suspended on his conviction of felony animal cruelty. The judge sentenced Chinappi to an additional six months in jail with six months suspended for giving police a false report about how the dog was killed. Chinappi, who was off-duty at the time of the Oct. 19 incident, falsely claimed that he accidentally killed the dog — a 27-pound beagle-hound mix named Lola — while trying to stop a bear attack at his Powhatan home. He lived there with his now-former fiancee, who owned the dog. “It’s a very serious thing to kill an animal for no particular reason,” Cella said in remarks from the bench. The judge also noted that it was a shame that someone with a prior good record, referring to Chinappi, “suddenly finds himself with a felony charge.” Powhatan Commonwealth’s Attorney Richard Cox told the court that Chinappi’s actions were so egregious that it required an active term of incarceration. “A large number of people in this community consider their pets as family members,” said Cox, noting that Chinappi’s former fiancee will “never get over” what happened. “It’s had a ripple effect ... and it’s going to stick with
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In contrast, in an overlapping period, the cost per pupil, when compared to 132 other Commonwealth school districts, has grown from 89th in 2018, to 101st in 2019 and finally to 111th in 2020. Implication, pupil population increases very little while the costs per pupil is rising at a precipitous rate. With that comparison in mind, one might ask why the taxpayer should be expected to absorb the shortfall Mr. Jones’ projects. At the very least we deserve a detailed explanation for the increase in the expenditures per pupil. One last issue. In the 2/17, article we learned the county budget as adopted by the board of supervisors was based on a county staff recommended salary increase of 3%. With that in mind, why was the School board’s budget based on a salary increase of 5%? Seems a bit disingenuous to have done so and points to the need for improved communications between the two boards, certainly in the area of budget deliberations. We should look to staff from the two boards meeting to arrive at a recommended school budget that reflects the school administration’s commitment to minimizing the need for any incremental funding from the taxpayer. With staff work completed, the two boards must come together, face-to-face, in public meeting to debate and finalize a balanced school budget that minimizes contribution from the board of supervisors. Robert Powers Powhatan County
Keep divisive teachings away from Powhatan youth Dear Editor, I would like to share some facts with Mike Asip’s opinion piece that was published in last week’s edition. Mr. Asip seems to think that we must further divide our children within our Powhatan School system needlessly, with his race system education curriculum. Before I provide these facts, I would remind him that children do not see color; it’s the parents and teachers who have the largest influence in these young adult lives, as they grow up. The more we teach racial division in an educational environment, the more our children will develop biases towards one another. That’s human nature. Some facts for Mr. Asip to teach his students: According to 2019 FBI statistics (latest statistics available) 89% of African American murders in the U.S. were committed by African Americans. Similar to those numbers, most white deaths in the U.S. were by the hands of whites. In that same year, there were 12 cases of unarmed African Americans shot by police officers and 26 white people killed unarmed. As for George Floyd, the actions of the police officer suppressing him for 8 minutes were wrong. But, if Mr. Asip would look at the entire video of that day, 20 minutes went by where Mr. Floyd was in handcuffs prior to the event unharmed. When the police officer tried to put him into his car, that’s when he was subdued, due to his resistance to get into the vehicle under arrest. I would also challenge Mr. Asip to review Mr. Floyd’s criminal history, which includes holding
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a gun to a pregnant lady’s head, while his friends robbed her apartment. Just some facts that he should mention while he teaches about what happened that day. Mr. Asip must also realize that a major reason that Mr. Youngkin won the Va. election, was due to his opponent indicating that parents do not have the right to get involved with what teachers teach in our public school systems. A hotline for parents in Va. to report any mis-teachings regarding curriculum in public schools is much better than the U.S. Attorney General ordering the FBI to investigate and prosecute parents at local school board meetings. Last but not least, Mr. Asip seems to think that children in our school system can only learn and think for themselves with his vision of division of races and that we don’t fully support our teachers. Living in this community for over 25 years and having my 2 children go through our school system, I would say that is not the case at all. Mr. Asip must realize teaching our children is indeed one of the most important things that a parent relies on, but it does not give him the right to teach what he wants. He can do better than this! Oh and I voted for Lee Ware; he is a fine representative of our community. Mike Rodgers Powhatan County
Mrs. Smith stops by to seek resources for her parents, who both have serious health issues and will require more assistance to remain in their home. She connects with a program coordinator who gives her the number of Senior Connections and a few other resources that may provide her with some help. Mary Alice comes by to drop off her grandmother for a few hours. Mrs. Jones was a bit reluctant to come to the center at first, but she has made a few friends and today she just might join in a game of cards with them. Mrs. Jones had just moved to Powhatan about a year ago with her husband when he died suddenly. She has had a difficult time leaving home and making friends in a new community. Her granddaughter is thankful for the center and the opportunity for her grandmother to find a new support system. On this particular day around noon, a group of seniors come together for a light lunch provided by a local church group followed by a guest speaker on “Aging Well.” Later in the afternoon, a group of seniors engage in pickleball. As soon as they clear out of the multipurpose room, the community choir begins their practice. They will be singing at the Veteran’s Day Celebration. When a few children arrive for their afterschool tutoring with senior volunteers, they actually have to search for a quiet place to work. The joyous voices are a good noise though. One child in particular has really benefited from the individual attention provided by the tutor. He has struggled since the death of his mother last year. A young high school student stops by looking for Mr. Wright, who helped him with job interviewing skills, part of a Career Building initiative. The young boy wants to tell Mr. Wright that he got the job (his first) and to thank him for his help. Behind him are three high school students who come to the center once a week as part of an internship to help seniors with technology skills. The seniors really appreciate their assistance and some special friendships have developed. As dinnertime approaches, things quiet down. A few stragglers remain talking about good fishing spots. It is not long though before a group of folks return for the ballroom dancing class. It is open to all adults in the community. Some of the young folks are pretty impressed with the “smooth moves” of the seniors. Following the class, the doors to the Senior Center are locked for the night. But it won’t be long until people return. Tomorrow morning at 7:30 a.m. sharp a bus leaves for a day trip to Washington, D.C. Could you hear the laughter and chatter of people from different walks of life coming to fellowship with one another, learn and play? Can you feel the energy and see the people as they interact, receive assistance and give back to their community in amazing ways? Because when you have worked hard, perhaps raised a family, taken care of others, and volunteered in your church and community for years, this is your time. And you still have purpose, relevance and even a bit of wisdom to share with others. If you are interested in learning more about the Senior Action Committee and supporting efforts to bring a Senior Center to Powhatan County, please come to the Board of Supervisors meeting on March 28 at 6:30 at the Village Building. Judy Cain-Oliver Powhatan County
A senior center could be a great addition to the county Dear Editor, When you think of senior centers, what do you think of? If you are picturing old people sitting around waiting to be served lunch and half listening to a guest speaker on the topic of Medicare enrollment, you are not thinking of the Powhatan Senior Center that I am thinking of. I picture a vibrant, interactive and busy setting with people coming and going. While not yet a reality, a space dedicated to seniors living in Powhatan is a major part of the mission of the Senior Action Committee. Please come with me and “see” what might be happening on any given day in the life of a future Powhatan Senior Center. Using your imagination, see and hear the people as they engage with one another, as well as others in the community. One of the first people we meet in the morning – we will call him Mr. Taylor – arrives to fill the many bird feeders and to check the “help wanted” board. He coordinates a group of men who make simple repairs that older folks need in their homes. Some of the bigger projects get forwarded to Habitat for Humanity to see if they can help fill the need. Soon a group of women arrive for a needlework class. They enjoy getting together to knit, crochet, cross stitch and enjoy one another’s company. There is talk that another group might get together to work on a community quilt to auction off at the next Wine Festival, the proceeds going to support the work of the Christmas Mother. Later in the morning, someone from the Master Gardeners is teaching a class on pruning bushes. There is also a class being offered titled “The Relevance of Lessons Learned from WWII in Today’s World.”
Library for All is Powhatan County Public Library’s club for adults with disabilities and their caregivers. There will be crafts, stories, movies or even a guest speaker. Caregivers are required to stay with attendees during the program. The upcoming programs are from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the following Tuesdays: April 19 and May 17.
Powhatan County Public Library is offering monthly Gentle Beginners Yoga classes with instructor Joanna Bartles. Attendees of this class will learn breathing techniques, postures, and movements to relieve tension and
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Have you seen the viral glass painting trend on TikTok? Local teens aged 13-18 (grades 6-12) are invited to join Powhatan County Public Library to learn how to create anime glass paintings! The event will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 14. Contact Brooke at pcplteens@ powhatanlibrary.net.
When asked what happened to the dog, Chinappi said the bear carried it off. He claimed the bear wandered inside through a back door he left open while grilling steaks the prior evening. However, deputies could find no evidence — such as footprints or markings — suggesting a bear had been inside or even near the home. They did, however, find signs a weapon had been fired inside the house. After a sheriff’s supervisor pressed Chinappi, insisting his version of events didn’t add up, Chinappi changed his story, saying he accidentally shot the dog while firing at the bear. He said the one shotgun blast he fired went through the bear and struck the dog. Chinappi said he buried the dog in the woods near his house. Deputies recovered the remains, and a necropsy conducted by a veterinarian determined the dog had been shot at close range. After the October incident, Chinappi was charged in early January with sending a threatening or profane message by phone to his former fiancee and causing her phone to ring with the intent to annoy her, both misdemeanors. He is scheduled to appear on those charges March 30 in Powhatan Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court. Chinappi has already surrendered his law enforcement certification in a letter to the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services. In a statement, Richmond police said Chinappi, who was hired in October 2016, remains on leave without pay. But in light of Friday’s sentencing, the department said it is very close to concluding its internal investigation of Chinappi’s actions and corresponding administrative process.
found at http://powhatanva.gov/247/ Powhatan-County-Public-Library.
her forever,” the prosecutor said. “It was a simple act of cruelty and then the cover-up afterwards.” When given a chance to speak, Chinappi apologized for his behavior. “I didn’t mean to do it,” he told the judge. “I loved that dog.” Chinappi said there were some things he should have done but didn’t do, apparently referring to a problem with alcohol. His attorney, Mark Bong, informed the court that his client has been undergoing substance abuse treatment. Chinappi was admitted into a program at The Farley Center, a rehab center in Williamsburg, on Nov. 10. Bong also submitted to the court a number of letters written in support of Chinappi, from people who had “heartfelt, good things to say about” the officer and veteran. The attorney also noted that as an officer, Chinappi was exposed to intense situations, and repeated exposures to societal ills can “overlap into our lives.” According to a summary of facts, the Powhatan Sheriff’s Office received a call from the father of Chinappi’s fiancee about an alleged bear attack at the home she shared with Chinappi. Upon arrival, officers located Chinappi, who showed signs of intoxication. Inside the house, they discovered blood spatter on the kitchen island pantry and refrigerator, along with blood smeared on the floor, which appeared to be “semi-cleaned up.” They also found bloody Clorox wipes and a bottle of Clorox bleach. In a police interview, Chinappi initially reported he was in the bathroom when he heard footsteps coming from the back deck. He said that when his dog began barking and acting crazy, he soon realized a bear had entered the house. He said he grabbed a shotgun he kept in the bathroom and fired at the bear.
tightness in muscles and joints. Bring a yoga mat, towel and block or extra towel. The library will provide water and snacks. Gentle Yoga will be held 10:30 a.m. on the following Saturdays: April 23 and May 21. Registration required due to space limitations. Register through the library calendar link found at http://powhatanva. gov/247/Powhatan-County-PublicLibrary.
The American Red Cross needs volunteers to help on the ground and blood and platelet donors to roll up a sleeve to maintain a stable blood
supply in the face of emergencies. Eligible donors can help overcome the critical need for blood and ensure blood is readily available by making an appointment to give by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device. Upcoming local blood drives currently scheduled for the area are: from 1 to 6 p.m. on Monday, April 25 at Powhatan County Public Library, 2270 Mann Road.
The 46th annual Powhatan Lions
Club Steer Roast will be held on Wednesday, April 27 at the Rescue Squad Grounds, 3920 Marion Hardland Road, Powhatan. Gates open at 5 p.m. and the meal will be served from 6 to 7 p.m. The event is rain or shine. Live entertainment featuring Legal Tender Party Band. Meal catered by Wildwood Barbecue will include brisket, macaroni and cheese, baked beans, cole slaw and potato salad. Admission by donation is $25 in advance and $30 at the gate. A $5 charge will be collected on site for a wrist band to consume alcohol.
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Powhatan baseball field to be renamed By Robby Fletcher Sports Editor
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s one of the most significant figures in all of Powhatan sports, former Indians baseball coach Gregg Conner is being honored for his time at Powhatan High School. Conner, who had 37 years of coaching and teaching experience with the Indians, will now have his name added to Powhatan’s baseball field with the new name becoming Baltimore-Conner Field. The decision was passed unanimously by the school board on Tuesday, March 8 after the request was submitted on Feb. 8. “I had a great time in Powhatan, it’s a great place,” Conner said. “It’s a good community and the kids are good, and I’ve enjoyed my time there. It’s an honor to have my name up there with coach Baltimore’s name.” The name change was recommended by colleague and retired Powhatan baseball coach Bob Baltimore, who worked with Conner for the entirety of his 37-year career. The two coaches share over 90 years of experience working at Powhatan and now share the honor of the field’s new name. “Gregg and I go back 37 years. I was there the first day he walked onto the field, so I’ve been with him the entire time,” Baltimore said.
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Above, Powhatan High School baseball coach Gregg Conner is at the school’s field on May 15, 2017. Conner had 37 years of teaching and coaching at Powhatan High School, where he won state titles in 2008 and 2012. Right, longtime Powhatan coach Bob Baltimore talks to the campers about base running during Day 3 of the Powhatan youth summer baseball camp.
Baltimore, who had 54 years of coaching experience before his retirement, had been coaching at Powhatan for 17 years before Conner joined the team, seven of which were as the team’s head coach. Once he became the school’s athletic director, he decided to take on an
assistant coaching position. As an assistant, Baltimore served 10 years under Bill Pelot before working with Conner, who he developed a longtime friendship with through the years. With Conner joining the program, the two would create a tandem that would lead the base-
ball program to tremendous new heights. Conner finished his coaching career as one of the most decorated coaches in VHSL history, accumulating a total record of 521-237-1 with two state titles in 2008 and 2012, 10 regional titles and 16 district titles. For his efforts, Conner
was inducted into the VHSL Hall of Fame in 2021. Conner has also contributed with Canes travel baseball, which brought in multiple Powhatan players during Conner’s coaching career. “We’ve been very lucky at Powhatan High School where we’ve had
the longevity of coaches, and that helps with the success rate,” athletic director Tim Llewellyn said. “The program has been consistent year in and year out with very high standards.” When the notion of changing the field’s name was brought up, letters of support from Llewellyn, Powhatan High School principal Michelle Martin and current Powhatan baseball head coach Duane Partusch, among others, were part of the agenda of the board meeting. “Adding coach Gregg Conner’s name to the field will not only honor his dedication to all of his years as the baseball coach, but also help carry on the tradition and legacy that he helped create for the baseball program,” Partusch added in his letter of support to the school board. Known for his humility and dedication to the kids he teaches, Conner’s time as both a teacher and coach have carried on even to Powhatan’s current team coached by Partusch, who was an assistant under Conner before he retired last season. Powhatan High School encourages all former baseball players to support Conner at the ceremony held at the baseball field at 5:45 p.m. on Friday, March 25 when Powhatan takes on Goochland. All tickets must be purchased online at www. gofan.co.
Henderson, Terry honored with regional awards By Robby Fletcher Sports Editor
After a strong and eventful year of basketball, two of Powhatan’s most important players were honored after the fact for their efforts on the floor. It was announced on Monday, March 7 that forward Faith Henderson was named the Region 4B Player of the Year as well as a First-Team AllRegion honoree while guard Kayla Terry was named to the SecondTeam All-Region squad. The two Powhatan stars were vital to the team’s run to the state quarterfinals for their
first appearance in the state tournament in school history. For their efforts, the Indians finished with a 17-9 record. Henderson was an allaround contributor for the Indians, leading the group in scoring with 21 points per game, seven rebounds and three assists. She also finished with a total of 1,374 points over the course of her career, finishing as the program’s all-time leading scorer. Terry was also a do-itall presence in Powhatan’s historic season, adding 11 points, three rebounds and three assists per game. Leading
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Left, senior Kayla Terry kicks the ball out in Powhatan’s 60-45 win over Cosby on Jan. 13. Right, senior Faith Henderson goes up for a layup against Huguenot on Dec. 9.
the charge as the team’s primary ball-handler, Terry held the responsibility of controlling the pace of the offense, which proved to be one of the most lethal in all of the region.
She was also one of the team’s most reliable snipers from the perimeter, knocking down 61 3-pointers this year. Terry’s best scoring performance of the season came against the Me-
chanicsville Mustangs on Feb. 10 when she added a season-high 20 points to help knock off the Mustangs, 63-45. The two seniors are set to continue their basketball careers after high
school, with Henderson going to Christopher Newport University and Terry heading to Lynchburg College. Robby Fletcher can be reached at rfletcher@ powhatantoday.com.
C&F Banks AthleteAthlete of the of Week C&F Bank’s the Week BASKETBALL ALL-STAR WHO: FAITH HENDERSON WHAT SHE DID: Powhatan star forward Faith Henderson wrapped her high school basketball career up with loads of accolades, helping lead the Indians to their first appearance in the state tournament in program history.
Henderson not only became the program’s all-time scoring leader in her senior season, but also took home the Region 4B Player of the Year award as well as being a First Team All-Region honoree. Fellow senior Kayla Terry was also honored as an All-Region athlete, making it on the second team. In her last game with Powhatan, Henderson led the team with 20 points
in their state quarterfinals matchup at King’s Fork. Though the Indians lost to the Bulldogs in a 71-52 final against a team that is now playing for the VHSL title, they fought to stay in the game until the final buzzer. Henderson has committed to Christopher Newport University to continue her basketball career.
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Scenes: BSH closes out 2021-22 basketball season Staff Reports Powhatan Today
It was another successful season for Blessed Sacrament Huguenot basketball, as the junior varsity girls and varsity boys ended their years with deep playoff runs. The boys team made it all the way to the semifinals with an experienced group of Patrick Maynes, Ethan Bishop, Zander Nadeau, Harry Lee, Garrett Musselman, Kenny Hickey, Tyler Jenkins and Stephen Dinora. The team’s seniors were also given a nice sendoff in their senior night, which was head-
lined by a high-flying dunk by Nadeau. They finished with a 13-10 record and will look to build off that success next season. While there wasn’t a varsity team for the girls, the junior varsity team stepped up big time with a postseason run that saw them beat Kenston Forest in the semifinals to punch their ticket to the conference championship. It was a balanced effort from the Knights starting five that features sophomores Charlie Potter, Makayla Gregory, Lily Hickey and Kennedy Dowdy as well as freshman Emma Dowdy.
Dowdy kicked things off with a strong seasonopening matchup versus New Community when she scored 10 points to lead the charge. Potter was also a strong scorer for the Knights, especially in the semifinal win over Kenston, chipping in 15 points en route to a championship appearance. The two teams, led by head coaches Chris Hamner and Phil Villiott, wrap up the winter sports season for Huguenot, who transitions into a spring sports season featuring their baseball, girls tennis, co-ed soccer, golf and softball teams. CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS
Above, the Knights junior varsity team stands together after the championship game. Bottom left, Stephen Dinora dribbles the ball. Bottom right, the boys varsity team comes together after their senior night.
From left: Knights senior Harry Lee dives for a loose ball on his senior night; the junior varsity girls huddle together after a stoppage in play.
From left: Zander Nadeau sprints with the ball to spark a fast break; Patrick Maynes closes out on a perimeter shooter.
From left: Garrett Musselman goes for a steal; Ethan Bishop (21) shadows the ball-handler on the defensive end.
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Winter sport athletes honored PHOTOS BY LAURA MCFARLAND
During the Powhatan County School Board meeting held March 8, the board recognized several Powhatan High School winter sport athletes.Cole Malkerson, left, became the first male swimmer in school history to qualify for the State Swim Meet. He finished fifth in the Region 4B 100-yard backstroke to qualify and made the consolation finals at States, coached by Rick and Shannon Malkerson
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PCPS third graders dig deep into STEM learning FLAT ROCK ELEMENTARY
Elizabeth Weimer, left, qualified for and finished 15th in the 3200 at the 4A State Indoor Track meet after placing third in the Region 4B meet. Weimer also finished 30th in the 4A State Cross Country meet in the fall after making the All-Region team with a 7th place finish at the Region meet. Coached by Paul Smartschan and Robert Cook.
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The wrestling team, shown in part below, won the 4B Region Championship for the second year in a row. State qualifiers were: Natalia Sanchez,106 pounds, fourth in regionals; Luke Wells, 112 pounds, Region Champion and fourth in States; Dylan Coward, second in regionals and fourth in States; Gavin Utley, 126, pounds fourth in regionals; Talon Harness, 132 pounds, third in regionals; Britton Proffitt, 145 pounds, Region Champion; Andrew Cheatham 160 pounds, fourth in regionals; Adam Camp, 182 pounds, third in regionals, and Mitchell Johnson, 195 pounds, Region Champion and 4A State Champion. Johnson is the fourth Powhatan wrestler to win a State wrestling title. Coached by Jonathan Tanaka, Zach Olson, William Forstner, Christian Cooke and Richard Fitzsimmons.
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School board recognizes competition winners PHOTO BY LAURA McFARLAND
Powhatan High School had Eastern Regional Scholastic Art & Writing Competition winners this year. Jessie Whiting and Miles Laroche, pictured left and right, won a regional Gold Key for their short film and will go on to National Competition in New York City. Lindsay Freeman (not pictured) won a Silver Key for Digital Arts. These students were taught by Stephanie Wirt.
CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS AND PHOTOS BY LAURA MCFARLAND
Powhatan County Public Schools holds STEM Days for all grades throughout the year. In early March, STEM coaches visited third graders at all three elementary schools for their STEM Days. Students explored the components of soil and its importance in the ecosystem with activities such as investigating the properties of different types of soil; studying soil type effects on plant growth; examining earthworms, and studying soil outdoors.
PMS named a School to Watch PHOTO BY LAURA McFARLAND
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PCPS to host STEM Expo Powhatan County Public Schools will hold a STEM Expo from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 25 at Powhatan High School, 1800 Judes Ferry Road. The evening will offer youth a chance to explore their interests and talents. Come enjoy a night of hands-on family fun as youth and their families experience many exciting STEM activities available in PCPS. Activities will include engineering design challenges; science demonstrations; robots for every age; interactive CTE tours; makerspace activities; virtual reality immersion; door prizes for students, classes and teachers, and more.
In December 2021, Powhatan Middle School was recognized as a School to Watch and will retain the designation for three years. Schools to Watch is a national program that recognizes high-quality middle school programs and is facilitated by the Virginia Middle Schools Association. Powhatan Middle School earned the designation through a school-wide review, application and site visit process. Powhatan Middle School will be presenting at the state and national level on the collaborative structures in place to support adolescent learners. The school board recognized the following committee members in appreciation for all of their hard work: Dawn Monson, Donia Spott, Greg Perry, Jennifer Bowry, Jessica Minnix, Jill Long, Joanna Fillman, Kristy Henderson, Libby Acampora, Teal Tobler, Terry Baldwin, Rebecca Lendyak-McMahon and Dr. Samantha Martin (shown).
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Southside Opportunity Fund accepting scholarship applications Contributed Report Southside Electric Cooperative’s scholarship program, the Southside Opportunity Fund, is accepting applications from students headed to college or a trade/ technical school this fall. Applications will be taken through mid-April. High school and homeschool seniors who receive electricity at their homes from SEC are eligible to apply for the $1,000 scholarships. The application deadline is April 18, and scholarships will be award-
ed later in the spring. “Helping young people in our service area with furthering their educations is one of SEC’s biggest priorities and also one of its greatest pleasures,” said Lloyd Lenhart, director of community relations. “The future success of our communities is tied to education, and we look forward to helping as many students as possible this year.” The program was created by the SEC Board of Directors to provide scholarships and other opportunities
for cooperative members and their families. It is part of a recognition by the cooperative of the importance of preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s jobs. Since the scholarship program started in 2016, 114 grants totaling $130,000 have been awarded to graduates at 25 high schools across SEC’s 18-county service area. The fund has also directed more dollars to students attending the Power Line Worker Training School at Pickett Park in Blackstone.
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EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT Administrative Manager The Free Clinic of Powhatan is seeking an Administrative Manager. This position is responsible for the ongoing business operations of the Clinic to ensure that quality and compassionate care is rendered in an environment that is both professional and efficient. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: *Ensures Clinic operations conform to legal requirements and accreditation *Act as liaison between patients, their families and medical staff *Budget and financial report preparation in collaboration with Executive Director *Quickbooks accounting of expenses and donations, report generation *Assist Executive Director in grant applications, grant funding tracking, final grant reports * Collaborate with Executive Director, Medical and Dental staff to ensure all aspects of the Clinic are in line to provide comprehensive and coordinated care for patients. Qualifications: At least 2 years experience in clinical or health care business setting, proficiency with MS Office and Excel, familiarity with Quickbooks or similar online accounting software, grant writing experience helpful. Ability to multi-task and delegate tasks. College degree required. Benefits: Paid vacation and holidays, excellent working environment. Salary commensurate with experience. Please contact Connie Moslow, Executive Director at (804) 874-2213 or email ccmoslow@aol.com. You can also apply on the Clinic’s website at www.free clinicofpowhatan.org/employment.
GENERAL Goochland Social Services-Program Coordinator $40,752-50,752 (salary based on experience) Full time-salaried; Apply 02/25/22-03/23/22 To apply, log onto https://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov. Online applications only. EEO/AA The Richmond Times-Dispatch is seeking Full-Time Distribution Supervisors. Job Responsibilities: To recruit, motivate and train carrier force to provide good service while increasing/ maintaining circulation volumes and meeting service goals. Assist in maintaining overall distribution center operations. All Distribution Supervisors are responsible for achieving consistent, proper and on-time delivery to subscribers. Handle customer’s problems and service requests to the customer’s satisfaction. Work with carriers to meet retail collection goals and resolve problems with retail outlets. Collect all open routes and collect payments from carriers. As a Distribution Supervisor, you are responsible for the successful overall performance of your assigned area within the distribution center. Starting salary is $40,000 plus commission. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Valid Drivers’ License and proof of insurance required, the ability to work well with others in a team environment and the ability to follow all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to attendance standards. Education and Experience: High School diploma or equivalent. Must successfully pass Criminal Background Investigation. Please contact Teresa Brandon 804-8017653 tbrandon@timesdispatch.com or Gregory Whitlow 804-640-3360 gwhitl ow@timesdispatch.com
Hiring ALL-STAR PAVING IN POWHATAN HIRING EXPERIENCED ASPHALT LUTE MAN, AND LABORERS TO START IMMEDIATELY. THESE ARE FULL TIME POSITIONS, MONDAY-FRIDAY, 8-10 HOUR DAYS, NO NIGHTS OR WEEKENDS EVER. MUST HAVE OWN TRANSPORTATION, BE DEPENDABLE AND HARD WORKER. HEALTH, DENTAL, LIFE INSURANCE, PAID HOLIDAYS. COMPENSATION IS BASED ON SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE. CALL 804-598-0799
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A combination of weighted criteria is used in the selection process: 45% financial need, 45% academic achievement and 10% personal statement. Scholarships must be used for tuition, student fees, lodging or textbooks. To be eligible, the applicant’s primary residence must receive its electric power from SEC, the appli-
cant must receive a high school diploma or GED by the fall of 2022 and the applicant must be entering his or her first semester of college or trade/technical school in the fall of 2022. Proof of admission will be required if selected to receive a scholarship. For more information and to apply for a scholarship, visit www.sof.coop.
Southside Electric Cooperative, a not-for-profit, member-owned electric distribution company, has 57,600 services across 18 counties in central and southern Virginia. Headquartered in Crewe, SEC has district offices in Altavista, Crewe, Dinwiddie and Powhatan. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Congratulations to new Master Hikers at Powhatan State Park Powhatan State Park recently congratulated two new Master Hikers! Karen Solana and Sandee Bailey received their Master Hiker awards at the park. Bailey started working toward this goal in 2016 and Solana started in 2021, but they finished together! The Virginia State Parks ‘Trail Quest’ is an opportunity to not only visit all of the state parks, but also earn unique pins along the way. Once completed, individuals will receive a certificate of completion and the ‘Master Hiker’ PHOTO COURTESY OF POWHATAN STATE PARK title that comes with it. Learn more about becoming a master hiker by visiting https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/trail-quest.
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Public Hearing Notification: School Board Budget The Powhatan County School Board will hold a Public Hearing on the School Board Budget for the 2022-2023 Fiscal Year on Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. at Pocahontas Landmark Center, 4290 Anderson Highway, Powhatan, Virginia. (The School Board will also conduct their regular scheduled meeting including a Public Hearing on the School Board Budget at approximately 7:15) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS POWHATAN COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Notice is hereby given that the Powhatan County Board of Supervisors will conduct public hearings on Monday, March 28, 2022 at 6:30 PM in the Powhatan County Village Building Auditorium (3910 Old Buckingham Road) regarding the following matters. Ordinance O-2022-06: Powhatan County requests to replace the current local board with an appointed government official as allowed by Va. Code §63.2-302. Pursuant to Va. Code §63.2-302 The Powhatan County Board of Supervisors may establish the local Social Services Board for Powhatan County as a local government official or a local board. O-2022-07 Case #21-10-REZC: DJM Ventures (District #2: Flat Rock/Holly Hills) requests the rezoning of Tax Map Parcel #41-82D from Agricultural (A-10) to Commerce Center (CC) and amendment of the zoning district map of approximately 1.2 acre of land located on the south side of State Route 60 (Anderson Highway) just east of State Route 676 (Urbine Rd). The applicant is seeking to create a restaurant. The 2021 Long-Range Comprehensive Plan designates the subject property as Gateway Business (Route 60 Corridor East Special Area Plan) and Protected Lands on the Countywide Future Land Use Plan. O-2022-08 Case #22-01-CUP: Terre Haute (District #1: Subletts) request of Roberta Teresa Hudson for a conditional use permit (CUP) to allow a country inn within the Agricultural-10 (A-10) zoning district per Sec. 83-162 of the Zoning Ordinance of the County of Powhatan. The use is located at Tax Map Parcel #32-27D and address 2521 Huguenot Springs Rd in eastern Powhatan County near the intersection of Huguenot Springs Rd (U.S. RT 607) and Manakin Rd (U.S. RT 667). The 2021 Long Range Comprehensive Plan designates the subject property as Rural Areas and Protected Lands on the Countywide Future Land Use Plan. O-2022-09 Case #22-02-CUP: Overboe (District #1: Subletts) request of Trent and Stephanie Overboe for a conditional use permit (CUP) to allow an accessory dwelling unit within the Single-family Residential-2 (R-2) zoning district per Sec. 83-213 of the Zoning Ordinance of the County of Powhatan. The use is located at Tax Map Parcel #30B1-1-31 (2724 Valley Springs Rd) in central Powhatan County. The 2021 Long Range Comprehensive Plan designates the subject property as Rural Areas on the Countywide Future Land Use Plan. O-2022-10 Case #22-03-CUP: Baltz (District #2: Holly Hills) request of Laura Baltz for a conditional use permit (CUP) to allow a child day care center within the Residential Utility (RU) zoning district per Sec. 83-352 of the Zoning Ordinance of the County of Powhatan. The use is located at Tax Map Parcel #42A-2-B-13 (1510 Holly Hills Rd) in eastern Powhatan County. The 2021 Long Range Comprehensive Plan designates the subject property as Rural Areas on the Countywide Future Land Use Plan. O-2022-11 Case #22-02-AZ: The County of Powhatan requests the amendment of the provisions set forth in section of and Chapter 68 (Subdivision Ordinance) Article III (Subdivision Standards) Sec. 68-175 – Access and Circulation, to remove Powhatan County’s specific access management standards. This provision will revert site plan access management to VDOT standards. Members of the public may also participate remotely by joining a webinar at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83998792911 or by dialing in by phone at 1-929-205-6099 OR 1-312-626-6799, then typing in the webinar ID 839 9879 2911. During the public comment period, participants may raise their hand using the zoom controls on the computer screen, or (if dialing in) by pressing *9 on a phone. The meeting may be watched live by visiting http://powhatanva.gov/432/Live-Stream-ofPowhatan-County-Meetings. Public comments may also be submitted to administration@powhatanva.gov or by leaving a voicemail at (804) 598-5612. Any comments received prior to 5:00 PM of the date of the public hearing will be recorded in the meeting minutes. All interested persons are invited to participate in the public hearings and to present their views and/or to submit written comments. Persons requiring special assistance to view or participate in those hearings should contact the Powhatan County Administrator’s Office at (804) 598-5612 at least three days prior to the meeting. Full text and documents related to these proposals can be reviewed by contacting the County Administrator’s Office at administration@powhatanva.gov or (804) 598-5612.
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