District 5 Report and Crime Watch Updates by Supervisor Tom Shepperd

Thomas "Tom" G. Shepperd, Jr. York County Supervisor, District 5 Hm: (757) 858-8591 Mb: (757) 903-1875 Email address: Shepperd@yorkcounty.gov District 5 Report and Crime Watch Update December 2025 Subscribe for District 5 Report and Crime Watch Updates Dear Neighbors,   The District 5 Report is designed to keep you up to date on activities in and around our area. Residents and homeowner associations are encouraged to share the information with others in their communities. Please click on the "Subscribe" to receive the report or send an email request to shepperd@yorkcounty.gov. Comments and questions are always welcome.*   Regards,   Tom   Thomas G. Shepperd, Jr. District 5 Representative York County Board of Supervisors   (C) 757-903-1875 (H) 757-868-8591   shepperd@yorkcounty.gov   ------------December 2025 District 5 Report and Crime Watch Update---------- Topics Recycling Update Transportation Update Development Board of Supervisors Actions on Local Policy Items of Note Notes from the Sheriff's Office - Scams

At the end of every year, I am invited by homeowner associations (HOA) to talk about current and future activities in and around our area that will have an impact on all of us. Since not everyone attends HOA meetings or lives within an HOA, this report will provide a summary of my presentations to others within the community. Please understand that your feedback on the information is very important to me. It helps me in formulating decisions on courses of actions that impact our schools, safety, and quality of life.  Merry Christmas and Happy New Years York County Recycling Update Recycling Program. Most of you are aware by now that the County recycling program will start again in January 2026. The projected start date is January 5th and there will be a new biweekly (every two weeks) schedule that is like the old Red/Blue schedule. Currently, the County is collecting all the TFC recycling containers. Those of you that have TFC containers were notified that the County will start collecting the containers on December 8th.  If you missed the collection date, please call (757) 890-3780.  Containers with York County written on the side are not being collected and will be used for the new program. The County will mail recycling notices to homeowners with more detailed information about the program. The letter will identify what can and cannot be recycled. 2. Transportation Update a. Carys Chapel Road Closure. The projected closure of the intersection of Carys Chapel Road and Wythe Creek Road is January 5, 2026. The closure is required so that the contractor can tie in Carys Chapel Road with the new causeway. Construction on Carys Chapel Road will involve replacing and elevating the road from in front of the Surf’s Up Restaurant to Wythe Creek Road.  The new intersection will be widened to accommodate a dedicated left turn lane towards Poquoson and a turn lane towards NASA. The installation of a traffic light will provide dedicated turning directions and make getting off of Carys Chapel Road much safer. I estimate it will take six months to a year before Carys Chapel Road is opened. The alternate route around the construction will be Victory Boulevard to Wythe Creek Road. b. Hampton Highway Overpass. This project started in July 2025 and is expected to end October 2026.   c. The HRSD project behind Tabb HS is expected to be completed this spring. The paths through the HRSD property will be handed over to the County at completion of the project.    d. Widening of Victory Boulevard (Route 171). There are no plans to completely widen Route 171. Once VDOT completes the current construction on Route 171, there will be a break of a couple of years before VDOT starts another project. The next project will be a widening of Route171 along a 0.6 of a mile stretch that starts at North/South Bowman Terrace and runs to Big Bethel Road. During this phase, VDOT will install left turn lanes in the center of Victory Boulevard at North/South Bowman Terrace, widen the eastbound lane by 2 feet, widen the westbound lane by 8 feet, and build a 10-foot wide multiuse path. Eventually, the multiuse path will be extended to Sinclar Terrace. The significance of the future widening is that one lane of Victory Boulevard will be shut down during road construction.

3. Development a. George L. Smith Property – This is the 77 acre farm across Victory Boulevard from the Running Man neighborhood. The owner wishes to develop a 20 acre parcel at the corner of South Yorktown Road and Victory Boulevard. The parcel is located across Victory Boulevard from the Carys Chapel Baptist Church. I’ve been approached over the years by developers wishing to build homes or commercial property on the site. Most recently, I was approached by developers from Georgia that wanted my opinion on whether or not a Harris Teeter Supermarket would be acceptable for the site. The property is currently zoned Rural Residential (RR), which limits development to one house per acre. After presenting the information to residents of several homeowner associations near the proposed site, I have advised the developer to proceed with rough proposals for the grocery store. The rationale for this recommendation is that we simply do not need more homes in this part of York County, at this time. While we are all aware of the traffic issues on Victory Boulevard, I don’t see a Harris Teeter adding more traffic since a majority of the shoppers will be from residents who currently drive in and out of the area using Victory Boulevard. Besides traffic, there are the issues of schools, fire and life safety, and other public services. If we are not careful, we may end up needing to build a new school and fire station. Also, looking to the future, the remaining Smith property may come up for development, which undoubtedly will have a significant residential component. There is another twist to my rationale in that if we can increase traffic volume more towards the eastern end of Route 171 the more likely we are to receive State funding for road improvements. This could very well lead to a full widening of Victory Boulevard. Please feel free to share your thoughts on this issue. b. Virginia Beer Co. will be opening in January at the old Beale’s site on Route17. c. Q Daddy BBQ will open in January at the old Pop Restaurant site. d. Cook Out fast food restaurant will open in front of the Big Lots next summer. I’ve been told that it will replace the old carpet store on Route17. e. Chick-fil-A is being built next to the DQ on Route 17 in the Grafton area and will open in about eight months. f. Chipotle Mexican Grill will be built next to the Chick-fil-A. Not sure when it will open.  g. Dutch Brothers Coffee will open the first Virginia store near Rainbrook Villas on Route 17. h. Kroger Expansion and Auto Zone will use 40,000 square feet of the remaining 90,000 square feet of space from the old KMART store. Both stores are now open. i. The Board of Supervisors approved a Special Use Permit for the GI Joe store at the corner of Route17 and Victory Boulevard to sell guns and ammo. j. The Supervisors approved a fortune telling business next to the Army Navy Tattoo Shop on Route 17. Now, you can have your fortune told and get a commemorative tattoo within the same area. k. The old Food Lion grocery store in Poquoson will become a Planet Fitness.

4. Board of Supervisors Actions on County Policy a. The Board limited cruise ship docking at the Historic Yorktown pier to small cruise lines such as the American Cruise Line. We now have a yearly contract with American Cruise Line. b. The Board is exploring options for setting standards for the use of Small Modular Nuclear Reactors (SMR). The US Navy is looking at installing an SMR for emergency backup power. c. The Board is reviewing casino related legislation and its implications for York County. d. The Board created zoning standards for Data Centers in York County. The Commonwealth of Virginia has the highest concentration of Data Centers in the world. The Supervisors conducted a two day tour of three counties between Richmond and Washington D.C. to develop a better understanding of the pros and cons of Data Centers. Data Centers can generate a lot of revenue for local governments. However, they also use an inordinate amount of electricity, which can adversely affect a local area. Without zoning standards, Data Centers can be built right next to a neighborhood. The Board addressed the proximity issue, but more work still needs to be done. e. The Board set standards for placement of Sexually Oriented Businesses (SOB) within the County.  For example, no SOB can be built within 1,000 feet of a school and 500 feet of a neighborhood. Additional standards are listed in the County Zoning Ordinance. f. Created Landscaping and Property Maintenance Standards for the Yorktown Historical Overlay District. I was able to convince the Board to not apply this standard County-wide until (1) we have a better understanding of the impact on the Historical Yorktown Overlay District and (2) there is a need for such action.

5. Items of Note a. The Commonwealth of Virginia and Niche Magazine named the York County School System the best in Virginia. This is something to be very proud of. b. The County contracted with the Advisory Management Group International, Inc. to conduct a Compensation & Classification Study. The study reviewed all 338 job classes for the County’s 822 full-time and 30 part-time positions. Results from the study indicate that when compared to other jurisdictions, York County’s pay is not competitive. This is supported by the fact that last year the County lost over 30 firefighters to other jurisdictions and is currently having difficulty hiring replacements in all fields. The County’s labor market position is at the 50th percentile when compared to other jurisdictions. This means we are in the middle of the pack and not in a good position during a tight labor market. The study recommends that the County become an “employer of choice” by moving to the 70th percentile. Implementing this recommendation will cost just over $8 million. To address the County’s manpower dilemma, the Board of Supervisors directed the County Administrator to take all actions necessary to implement the recommendations of the Compensation & Classification Study at the 70th percentile level within the FY 26 and FY27 budgets. We believe this can be achieved without adjustment to the real estate tax rate. c. You may have seen in the news lately that a Space Study by James City County resulted in their Supervisors approving a plan for a new $180 million administrative complex. York County’s administrative complex and courthouse are old and becoming inadequate to house the services needed within the community. I don’t believe any update from the Space Study will require as extensive a development as that in James City County. However, it will still be expensive, probably within the $70 million to $95 million range.  d. You will receive your new real estate assessments in a couple of weeks. It is estimated that on average the assessments will increase by 10% to13%. The notice you receive from the County of York, Virginia Office of Real Estate Assessment is not a bill. It will provide you with instructions for appealing the assessment. Note that there is a time limit for appeals to the Assessment Office. 6. Notes from the Sheriff’s Office I asked the Sheriff to provide an update on scams that have taken place over the past year in York County. I was absolutely amazed at the list the office provided. From January through November 2026, there have been 57 scams with a total amount lost of $2,206,764.99.  Fourteen scams showed a loss in excess of $10,000. Five of the scams were for over $50,000. Three were for over $100,000 and one was for over $1,000,000. While not in this year’s report, I was told that in 2024 a resident lost over $1.5 million in an investment scam.  The types of scams are too numerous to include in this report. However, looking over the list it seems the most prevalent scams involved Facebook Marketplace scams, law enforcement impersonator scams, and dating site scams. The old adage that, “if it looks to be too good to be true, it probably is,” comes to mind in reviewing the scam cases. No law enforcement, government agency, bank, or legitimate business will ever call or email you asking for money. You may receive requests for a donation but even then, you must be careful. Handing out your credit card number or social security number is a big no-no.  One scam technique is to scare you into thinking a family member is in immediate trouble or law enforcement is coming to get you. If you get a call like that, take a moment to calm down and reflect on the situation. One of the best actions you can take is to verify the situation by calling the phone number (never use the numbers provided to you in the phone call or email) of the business or government agency that’s being represented.  Think before you act! * Comments and opinions expressed in the District 5 Report are authorized and approved by me and do not necessarily represent the position of other elected representatives. All email correspondence to and from this address is subject to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act and to the Virginia Public Records Act, which may result in monitoring and disclosure to third parties, including law enforcement.

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Williamsburg area Christmas dining guide: Where to book a reservation or order ahead

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Dec. 14, 2025 Good afternoon, Historic Triangle! An arctic blast of bitterly cold temperatures is on the way this evening into Monday. Dangerously cold windchills in the single digits are expected throughout the region, according to Forecaster Derrah Getter of WTKR News 3.  "Monday morning will be one of the coldest we've experienced all year. Temperatures will be in the 20s out the door, but it will feel like the single digits," Getter said.  Highs on Monday will only reach the mid-30s but will feel like the 20s. Windchill values will dip into the single digits throughout Hampton Roads on Sunday night. (Photo by Derrah Getter/WTKR) Temperatures will gradually warm up as the week continues. Highs will return to the mid-50s by Wednesday. Now to the news. -Christin Our end-of-year campaign is officially underway. Between now and December 31, we're hoping to raise funds to help us continue our work in the new year. Has this newsletter helped keep you informed on local issues or events? If it has, please take action today to ensure that our 5,000 readers can continue receiving our weekly newsletters in 2026. Support independent local news Williamsburg area Christmas dining guide: Where to book a reservation or order ahead 18th-century style holiday dining. (Image by Brian Newson, The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation) While many local businesses are reducing their hours for the holidays, some Historic Triangle restaurants will be open on Christmas Day. Other establishments are offering order-ahead specials for those who need a break from cooking but still plan to eat at home. This special edition newsletter features our reader-requested holiday dining guide for 2025. Did I miss any? Email me at christin@thetriangle.news. This list will continue to be updated on our website. Order-Ahead Holiday Specials The Bake Shop in Williamsburg is offering an assortment of order-ahead baked goods for the holidays this year. (Photo courtesy of The Bake Shop) Second Street Bistro 140 2nd Street in Williamsburg | 757-220-2286 | secondst.com If you're short on time this holiday season or need a break from cooking, Second Street Bistro has you covered with their Christmas To-Go Feast.  Main offerings include Virginia ham, roasted turkey breast or prime rib. All packages include a selection of four sides, cranberry compote, herb-seasoned dinner rolls and a freshly baked pecan or apple pie. Online ordering is currently available through Sunday, Dec. 21. Pickups are on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24. The restaurant is closed on Christmas Day. For additional information or to order by phone, contact the Williamsburg restaurant at 757-220-2286 or the Newport News location at 757-234-4448.  The Bake Shop 204 Armistead Avenue in Williamsburg | 757-808-7056 | baketheburg.com  A variety of holiday breads and desserts are available for pre-order through The Bake Shop this year. Options include croissants (plain, flavored or "loaded" with toppings like cranberry orange mousse); holiday Danishes, seasonally-inspired muffins, scones and cronuts; rolls and buns.  Black forest cheesecakes and yule logs, designed to serve six people, are also available. The Bake Shop's full holiday bread and dessert menu is available here. The bakery is also offering Christmas Cookie Kits featuring 12 large cookies and all decorating essentials. Orders must be placed online by Friday, Dec. 19, at 3 p.m. Pickups are on Dec. 24 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Cracker Barrel  200 Bypass Road in Williamsburg | 757-220-3384 | crackerbarrel.com Heat-and-serve holiday packages focused on classic American comfort foods are available at Cracker Barrel this holiday season. The Williamsburg location is locally owned and operated. Main entree options include ham or prime rib. A variety of sides, such as cornbread dressing, macaroni and cheese and cranberry relish, are also included. Those looking for a breakfast-only selection can order a hearty French toast bake that feeds 4-6 people. Specialty pies are available for pre-order for $14.49 through Dec. 24 only. Options include a cinnamon roll pie, apple streusel pie, pecan pie and chocolate pecan pie.  Colonial Williamsburg Pie & Bake Sale 310 S. England Street in Williamsburg | colonialwilliamsburg.org Colonial Williamsburg's Annual Pie & Bake sale is returning for the 2025 holiday season, but all orders must be placed in advance this year. Offerings include classic favorites - like pumpkin and pecan pie - as well as decadent apple-cranberry streusel, chocolate cream and rum cream pies. Ginger cookies are also available. The deadline to order is Saturday, Dec. 20, at 5 p.m. Pickups will take place on Dec. 23 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Williamsburg Lodge Conference Center's Arrival Hall. Orders can be placed online.  Moody's Kitchen & Catering 7129 Merrimac Trail in Williamsburg | 757-229-1195 | moodys-kitchen.com Moody's is offering an aged prime rib holiday package available for Christmas Eve pre-order. The special features a slow roasted prime rib entree with au jus, green beans and herb butter. The meal includes a soup or salad and choice of potatoes. Dessert options include a peppermint white chocolate crème brûlée, gingerbread bread pudding or lemon pound cake. All packages are priced per person. For more information or to view the full menu, click here. Holiday feasts can also be reserved over the phone. County Gill 1215 George Washington Memorial Highway in Yorktown | 757-591-0600 | countygrill.com Holiday meal packages designed to feed five to ten people are available at County Grill, located in Yorktown and Hampton.  Standard options include two meats, with options like smoked turkey breast and spiral smoked ham, and two sides. Deluxe packages include three meats and three sides. Popular options include smoked turkey breast or smoked spiral ham, sold by the pound. Larger catering packages are available for events. Call for details. Restaurants Open on Christmas Day The Williamsburg Inn and reflecting pool illuminated for the holiday season. (Photo credit: Jerry McCoy for The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation) Amiraj Modern Indian 204 Monticello Avenue in Williamsburg | 757-565-3200 | amiraj.com Located in Midtown Row, Amiraj is open on Christmas Day as well as Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. The restaurant's diverse menu includes a wide variety of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, as well as an extensive wine list. Carry-out is available in addition to dining in. Call for reservations. Fat Tuna 1433 Richmond Road in Williamsburg | 757-903-2811 | fattunagrill.com In addition to serving customers on Christmas Day, Fat Tuna will be open on Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.  The Richmond Road restaurant has not yet published details about its Christmas Day offerings, but a special menu is typically available for the holiday. Stay tuned to Fat Tuna's Facebook page for updates or call for additional information.  Masala Craft 5223 Monticello Ave, Ste- E in Williamsburg | 757-808-7045 | masalacraftva.com Masala Craft, a popular locally-owned Indian restaurant, will be open on Christmas Day. Hours may be limited for the holiday. The restaurant does not accept reservations. Call for details.  Olde Towne Pizza & Pasta  5540 Olde Towne Road in Williamsburg | 757-253-7846 | ot-pizza.com Visit Olde Towne at the Williamsburg Premium Outlets for Italian classics or pizza on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve or New Year's Day. Call for reservations.  Peking Restaurant 120 Waller Mill Road in Williamsburg | 757-229-2288 | peking-va.com Offering Chinese, Thai, Mongolian barbecue and sushi, Peking Restaurant has been serving the Williamsburg area for more than 35 years. The restaurant will be open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Call to make a reservation.  Waypoint Grill 1480 Quarterpath Road in Williamsburg | 757-220-2228 | waypointgrill.com Waypoint focuses on local flavors, American fare and seafood sourced from the waters of the Chesapeake Bay. The restaurant is open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. A prix fixe menu featuring an appetizer; entree such as baked halibut, New York strip or pappardelle pasta; and a seasonal dessert will be available on Christmas Day. Call for reservations. Colonial Williamsburg Restaurants Several Colonial Williamsburg restaurants will be open on Christmas Day. Because of their popularity during the holiday season, many time slots are already booked, and early reservations are strongly recommended. Below is a list of Colonial Williamsburg holiday dining options that still had reservation availability as of publishing time. Williamsburg Inn Christmas Day Dinner Williamsburg Inn will host an elegant, four-course prix fixe holiday feast on Christmas Day. Gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan offerings are available. Pre-paid reservations are required.  For reservations, call 1-844-714-3205 or book online.  Williamsburg Lodge Christmas Dinner Attend a Christmas morning brunch featuring a holiday roast, seasonal dishes, artisan cheeses and desserts. Children under 3 are free. The brunch will be served from 10 am to 2 pm. Reservations are available here.  Traditions at Williamsburg Lodge is offering a festive Christmas buffet featuring seasonal soups, winter salads and holiday entrees including herb roasted turkey, prime rib and roasted vegetable gnocchi. For reservations, call 1-855-318-5030 or book online.  The Lodge will also host a Gingerbread Holiday Dinner, featuring a full buffet, on Friday, Dec. 19 and Dec. 26.  Note: Our full list of restaurants open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve or New Year's Day will be published later this week. LAST CHANCE: We're giving away a pair of free tickets to the upcoming VOCES8 holiday concert in Williamsburg! VOCES8. (Photo courtesy of the Virginia Arts Festival) Presented by Virginia Arts Festival, this Grammy-nominated British vocal ensemble presents a centuries-spanning repertoire of joyful holiday music. The concert will take place at St. Bede Catholic Church in Williamsburg on Wednesday, December 17, at 7:30 pm. The critically acclaimed group of eight vocalists has performed around the world to rave reviews. They have lent their signature sound to music of all kinds, from a collaboration with Paul Simon to performances with internationally-renowned orchestras. "This is one of the most exalting, moving, glorious sounds I've ever experienced, and Saint Bede in Williamsburg will lend its own beauty to the occasion," said Virginia Arts Festival Perry Artistic Director Robert W. Cross. Tickets are provided courtesy of our friends at the Virginia Arts Festival. To enter to win, simply reply to this email or send a message to christin@thetriangle.news, and let us know why you'd like to attend the show. We've extended the deadline: Enter to win by Monday, Dec. 15, at 9 a.m. The winner will be notified by email. For additional information about the concert, click here. NEWS TO KNOW  James City County moves forward with government center construction A rendering of the proposed James City County Government Center. (Photo courtesy of James City County) James City County is forging ahead with plans to build its new government center despite a recent legal challenge. At its meeting on Tuesday, the Board of Supervisors voted to spend $46 million on the next phase of construction, which includes installing plumbing, electrical and HVAC systems, purchasing steel building materials and laying concrete. An additional $1.7 million was allocated to contractor Henderson/Gilbane to oversee the work. The $179 million construction project is pressing on in the face of a lawsuit filed last month by a group of seven James City County citizens. Represented by local attorney Christopher Woodfin, a local election law specialist, the group argues the county should be required to allow a referendum on the new center before proceeding with construction. While a judge denied a request to halt construction on the center until a county-wide referendum can be held, a hearing for the case is scheduled for Jan. 13. The site, which is set to be built near the James City County Recreation Center on Longhill Road, is also expected to include a 25,000-square-foot annex for a Williamsburg Regional Library location. A final price for the project is not expected to be revealed until next year. Former James City County police officer will not serve jail time for shooting superior officer Jason Rusk. (Photo courtesy of Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail) A former James City County police officer will not serve any jail time in connection to the 2023 shooting of a fellow officer. Michael Trenton Rusk, 27, was charged with maliciously wounding his superior officer, Christopher Gibson, in a shooting while the two were off-duty on Jan. 25, 2023.  Gibson, who was 38 at the time, was treated for serious but non-life-threatening injuries after the incident. During a hearing at the Williamsburg-James City County Circuit Court on Monday, prosecutors withdrew the shooting charge against Rusk. Instead, he was found guilty of a lesser unlawful wounding charge. He was sentenced to three years with all time suspended, according to the Commonwealth's online case information system. Rusk filed a $5.5 million federal lawsuit in 2024 against James City County and the police department, alleging that he had faced a hostile work environment. He said Gibson made sexual advances toward him and had sexually assaulted him on the night the shooting occurred.  Rusk told WAVY News that while he is grateful he had avoided jail time, he believes Gibson should "absolutely be behind bars" for sexually assaulting him.  "I've never, ever pulled the trigger until I absolutely had to," Rusk said. CRIME REWIND The suspect in a Wells Fargo bank robbery in James City County. (Photo courtesy of the James City County Police Department) Police seek man involved in James City County bank robbery: Police are searching for a man in connection with a robbery reported at the Wells Fargo bank on Monticello Ave. in James City County. The incident happened on Saturday morning around 9:13 a.m., according to police. The unidentified male entered the bank with a firearm, demanded money and then fled on foot with an undisclosed sum of cash. No injuries were reported. The suspect is described as a white, middle-aged male, approximately 5'8" tall, weighing approximately 230 lbs. He was last seen wearing a gray jacket, gray t-shirt, jeans and a black ballcap. (JCCPD) Teens arrested in connection to James City Co. weapons investigation: Four James City County teenagers ranging in age from 16 to 19 have been charged with possession of a firearm that was equipped with a machine gun conversion device. The younger two teens, ages 16 and 17, are also charged with possession of a firearm by a minor. The two minors are being held at the Merrimac juvenile detention facility, while the 18 and 19-year-olds were taken to Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail. (13News Now) York Co. schools placed on 'secure' status after false threat: Two York County schools, Yorktown Middle and York River Academy, were placed on "secure" status after a threat was issued on Thursday, according to the York-Poquoson Sheriff's Office. A deputy investigation determined the threat to be false. (WAVY)  This newsletter was written by Christin Nielsen. Thanks for reading! 📰  Sign up to receive The Triangle's weekly newsletters here. 🖥️ Visit The Triangle's website to read previous articles. 📧 Want to reach out? Email christin@thetriangle.news or reply to this email. Sent to: godlyman@alexanderofyork.com Want to change how you receive The Triangle? Update your preferences here or unsubscribe here. The Triangle, P.O. 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