Board seeks applicants for Zoning/Subdivision Appeals and Sr Center boards; Housing Voucher List

 

Board seeks applicants for the Senior Center Board

 

June 28, 2012

 

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     The York County Board of Supervisors is currently seeking applications from county citizens interested in serving on the York County Senior Center Board. 

     The Senior Center Board serves to identify programs and activities, raise funds, and provide support for county operations of the Senior Center of York.

     The Senior Center Board meets the second Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. at the Senior Center, located at 5314 George Washington Memorial Highway in Yorktown.

     York County citizens interested in applying for appointment to the York County Senior Center Board may obtain an application at the Senior Center, at the County Administrator's Office at 224 Ballard Street in Yorktown, or by calling 890-3320. Applications may also be obtained and filed by visiting www.yorkcounty.gov, clicking on On-Line Services, and clicking on Board Bank Application.

 

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Board seeks applicants for the Board of Zoning/Subdivision Appeals

 

June 28, 2012

 

FOR RELEASE AT WILL

 

     The York County Board of Supervisors is currently seeking applications from county citizens interested in serving on the York County Board of Zoning/Subdivision Appeals. Based on submitted applications, the Board will make a recommendation to the Judge of the Circuit Court, who makes the appointments to the Board of Zoning/Subdivision Appeals.

     The Board of Zoning/Subdivision Appeals protects public and private property, wildlife, marine fisheries, and the natural environment through preservation of county tidal wetlands. The Board issues wetlands permits, enforces the York County Wetlands Ordinance, and promotes the proper use and protection of wetland areas.

    The Board of Zoning/Subdivision Appeals meets the fourth Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. in York Hall in Yorktown.

     York County citizens interested in applying for appointment to the York County Wetlands Board may obtain an application at the County Administrator's Office at 224 Ballard Street in Yorktown, or by calling 890-3320. Applications may also be obtained and filed by visiting www.yorkcounty.gov, clicking on On-Line Services, and clicking on Board Bank Application.

 

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County to launch online Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List

 

June 28, 2012

 

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     The Virginia Housing Development Authority and York County Division of Housing and Neighborhood Revitalization will launch an online Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List Application on July 19, 2012. 

     The program will take applications, online only, from 9 a.m. until noon on July 19 at vhda.apply4housing.com. York County Housing administers the voucher program in York County and the City of Poquoson. Anyone may apply, but those applicants that live/work in York and Poquoson are placed on the waiting list ahead of those who do not. The program also gives a local preference to homeless applicants.

     The Housing Choice Voucher Program is a federally-funded program that provides housing assistance to eligible, very low and extremely low income persons/families by subsidizing a portion of their rent.

     The new online application allows applicants to apply at their convenience from any computer with internet access, but only during the time period that applications will be accepted. Applicants submitting their application will receive a confirmation number upon completion. The form consists of less than 20 questions. Anyone can apply on behalf of another applicant.

     For more information, please contact the York County Housing Office at (757) 890-3885 or e-mail HCVWaitList@vhda.com.

 

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Senior Center Announces July Programs

 

June 20, 2012

 

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A variety of educational and entertaining programs are being offered at the Senior Center of York in July.

Participation is open to seniors age 55 or better and their spouses, regardless of age.  The center is located in the Washington Square Shopping Center at 5314 Geoege Washington Memorial Highway (Rt. 17), and is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  The center is closed all county holidays.

Reservations are required for all sesions and are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.  To register, stop by the center or call 898-3807.  For more information, please visit www.yorkcounty.gov/communityservices.

 

Pre 4^th of July Picnic Celebration, Tuesday, July 3 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Enjoy good friends and good food at the Senior Center as we celebrate the 4^th of July. The menu includes hamburgers, hot dogs, and beverage. The cost is $2. Feel free to call the center at 898-3807 to see if space is available for this event.

 

Senior Center CLOSED July 4. In observance of Independence Day, the Senior Center of York will be closed on Wednesday, July 4.

 

Post July 4^th Patriotic Surprise, Tuesday, July 10 at 1 p.m. This event will include activities about Independence Day. Fun, food, music, games, and a chance to win a prize. Please register by July 9.

 

Scrapbooking & Spring Greeting Cards, Monday, July 16 from 9 a.m. to noon. Join us as Cathy Fowler of Creative Memories shows how to make beautiful cards and assists you with your scrapbook. You can also enjoy using the Cricut which helps to design your cards. These cards and your personalized scrapbook create lasting memories and make wonderful gifts for your loved ones. Note: Please limit to four cards.  

 

AARP Driver Safety Program, July 16 & July 17. This program is designed for drivers age 50 or better, and will take place on Monday, July 16 from 12:30 – 4:45 p.m. and Tuesday, July 17 from 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. The cost for this two-day program is $12 for members of AARP and $14 for non-members.Fees should be paid by check and made out to AARP. Class registration may be made in person at the Senior Center, by phone, or by mail. Note: AARP membership, which cannot be processed the day of a class, is not required for class registration. There is no "behind the wheel" driving performed in this program. Drivers age 55 or better must attend both classes to receive the state mandated three-year automobile insurance reduction. Many insurance companies are giving insurance reductions to drivers age 50+ with the same attendance requirements. Those less than age 55 should check with their insurance company to see if they are entitled to the three-year insurance reduction. Class enrollment is limited to 25.

 

York-Poquoson Triad 8^th Anniversary Ice Cream Social, Wednesday July 18 at 1 p.m. The purpose of Triad is to educate seniors on crime issues such as fraud, scams and identity theft. Our guest speaker will be Randy Davis, Community Outreach Coordinator with the Virginia Office of the Attorney General. In addition to receiving helpful information we also plan to have lots of fun together! Summertime is "vacation time" when as tourists we sometimes wear those brighter, louder clothes than we normally do. So come dressed for a "Tacky Tourist" inspired theme to our celebration by coming in your wackiest tourist attire and compete with others for prizes. There will also be cool ice cream treats compliments of Ben and Jerry's as well as door prizes. To register, call 898-3807 by July 13.

 

July Birthday Bash, Friday, July 20 at 1 p.m. Come listen to "Music by Jon Durfee."Banjo player Jon Durfee will perform your favorites of the 50's and 60's as well as some Broadway hits. Be sure to come for this exciting sing-a-long. Cake and beverage will be served. Remember you do not have to be celebrating a birthday to attend. June and July birthdays will be recognized at this bash.

                   

Health Day, "Tips to Manage Chronic Diseases" Wednesday, July 25 at 12:45 p.m. Chronic diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and heart disease account for more than 70% of all deaths in the U.S. and are among the most common and costly health problems. The good news is that they are also among the most preventable health issues and can usually be effectively controlled. Join Sherry Massie (RN, BSN, CCP) with Chronic Disease Prevention at the Peninsula Health District as she shares valuable information on how to better manage chronic illnesses.To register call the Senior Center at 898-3807 by July 23.

           

Computer General Use. The computers are available for general use Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. unless the lab is reserved for programmed activities. To use the computers you must sign in at the Senior Center front desk. 

 

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July 4 general parking and handicapped/special needs parking

 

June 13, 2012

 

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     Public parking for the Yorktown Fourth of July Celebration will be on the Yorktown Battlefield at the intersection of Cook Road and Ballard Streets. 

     Event Parking for the evening activities is free and available beginning at 4 p.m. Visitors should be prepared to walk approximately one mile from the Battlefield Parking area to the Yorktown waterfront to attend the events. 

     The Yorktown Trolley will provide the only means of public transportation in Yorktown on July 4. The trolley will operate on a route that includes stops at the Yorktown Battlefield Visitor Center, the York-Poquoson Courts and Office Complex, the York County Administration Building, the intersection of Main and Ballard Streets, Riverwalk Landing, Watermen's Museum and the Yorktown Victory Center. Service begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 5 p.m. The Yorktown Trolley is handicapped accessible and free.

     A special parking area and shuttle service for handicapped and special needs visitors will be available at Yorktown Middle School, 11201 George Washington Memorial Highway, (Route 17 and Goosely Road). 

Special needs transportation is being provided to the handicapped/special needs person and one escort for each individual. Due to limited shuttle capacity, all other individuals in the party need to take a separate vehicle and park in the event parking at the corner of Ballard Street and Cook Road. 

     Due to high traffic volume, drop offs are not permitted in Yorktown or at the Yorktown Middle School special needs parking area. Vehicles transporting handicapped/special needs persons to Yorktown Middle School must be parked at the school. Each person will be issued a pass and must have the pass to return on the shuttle at the end of the evening. The shuttle will drop off and pick up handicapped/special needs individuals at the Yorktown Waterfront approximately 200 yards from the performance area. 

     Operating hours for the handicapped/special needs check-in station at Yorktown Middle School on July 4 are 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Shuttle services will be available from the handicapped/special needs parking area to the Yorktown Waterfront from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Shuttles will return from the Yorktown Waterfront to Yorktown Middle School from 9:45 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. Parking and shuttle services are free.

     For a complete schedule and detailed information on the Yorktown Fourth of July Celebration, please visit www.yorkcounty.gov/fourth or call York County Parks and Recreation at 890-3500.

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County offices will be closed July 4; Arrive early for July 4 fireworks and evening activities

 

County offices to close July 4 in observance of Independence Day

 

June 12, 2012

 

FOR RELEASE AT WILL

 

     The following York County courts and offices will be closed on Wednesday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day:

 

             Courts                                                             -           Closed

           York County Offices                                      -           Closed

           Virginia Cooperative Extension Service         -           Closed

           York-Poquoson Social Services                      -           Closed

             York County Public Libraries                         -           Closed           

           Waste Management Administrative Office    -           Closed

           Waste Management Center                             -           Closed

           Regional Yard Waste Composting Facility    -           Closed

 

     Recycling pick-up scheduled for Wednesday, July 4, will be picked up on Saturday, July 7. Garbage pick up from Wednesday, July 4, to the end of the week will be delayed one day, so Wednesday's pick ups will be on Thursday, Thursday's on Friday, and Friday's on Saturday.

     For more information, contact the York County Public Information Office at 890-3300.

 

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Arrive early for July 4^th fireworks and evening activities

 

June 12, 2012

 

FOR RELEASE AT WILL

 

     The 33^rd annual Yorktown Fourth of July fireworks display promises to light up the sky over the York River beginning at 9:15 p.m. 

     The best viewing area is along the Yorktown waterfront. The Beach Picnic Area will be open to the public but not to vehicular traffic on July 4. Please note that the Victory Monument area will NOT be available as a viewing area, to host a concert or offering concessions this year. All activities will take place along the Yorktown waterfront. 

     Visitors are urged to arrive in Yorktown before 6 p.m. for the fireworks show due to heavy traffic volumes. Once the parking area has reached capacity, the entire town will be closed to vehicular traffic.

     In addition to several Yorktown restaurants, food concessions will be offered along the Yorktown Waterfront on Chischiak Green by D.A.R.E. from 4:30 to 10 p.m.   

     Visitors arriving early for the fireworks show are encouraged to enjoy the following activities:

 

- 4 p.m.: Event Parking opens Corner of Cook Road and Ballard Street

- 4:30 p.m.: Food Concessions by D.A.R.E open at Chischiak Green

- 7 p.m.: Sounds of Liberty Bell Ringing Ceremony - Riverwalk Landing Stage

- 8 p.m.: Glen Boswick and the Sounds of Swing Orchestra - Riverwalk Landing Stage

- 9:15 p.m.: Spectacular Fireworks Display over the York River

- 9:45 p.m.: Glen Boswick and the Sounds of Swing Orchestra - Riverwalk Landing Stage

 

     Due to the large crowd expected for this event, the use of barbecue grills in Yorktown on July 4 is prohibited. Visitors are also reminded that the public consumption of alcohol is prohibited.

     For a complete schedule and detailed information on the Yorktown Fourth of July Celebration, please visit www.yorkcounty.gov/fourth or call York County Parks and Recreation at 890-3500.

 

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Fw: Tell Sen. Warner we don't need more foreign workers!

I receivedThe following e-mail from NumbersUSA recently regarding Senator Warner latest end run for amnesty program. The following email explains the latest outrageous planned government program to send American Citizens to the back of the line. My son has two Masters Degrees ( One in IT from UNC) and has had a terrible time keeping job with outsourcing of our jobs to China, India and wherever. He now works for a bank that has more H!B Visas workers from India than American Citizens! He was lucky to ever get interview for job. Anyway NumbersUSA forwarded e-mail and requested support THURSDAY MAY 31, TIME: 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., WHERE: Yorktown Library, 8500 George Washington Memorial Highway.  Yorktown, VA 23692. I live in Smithfield but plan on stopping by the Yorktown location Thursday. Perhaps some of your Yorktown members would be interested.

Regards,

Don Altman

Dear Virginia Activist,

I emailed you a while ago about an opportunity to tell Sen. Warner that his immigration policies are damaging to American workers. Since then, he has co-sponsored ANOTHER bill that could seriously hurt the American STEM worker.

Many of you said you would spend a few minutes to stop by an office hour, and I would love to hear how it went. I am sending this email as a reminder to get back to us with any feedback you have, and to tell you about upcoming events with Sen. Warner's staff.

Tell Sen. Warner's staff that you oppose the StartUp Act 2.0, a bill that would create 50,000 new visas for foreign-born students in the STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) field and 75,000 visas for immigrant "entrepreneurs."

Proponents of the bill (big business owners and politicians) tell us that we need more foreign STEM workers because we don't have enough to compete with the world.

But, the truth is...

-- 1.8 million Americans have engineering degrees but do not have an engineering job.

-- 101,000 American engineers are looking for a job and cannot find any work at all.

-- Only about one third of native STEM professionals are currently employed in jobs closely related to their degrees.

-- Some two thirds of native STEM workers are employed or are training for jobs in unrelated fields.

-- It is in the big businesses' best interest to DECREASE wages by INCREASING the number of foreign workers who they can pay less than American STEM graduates.

We talked extensively about the flaws of this bill in our webcast last week including the creation of diploma mills and the influence of the "billionaires club" on immigration policy -

Here is a list of events for the first half of June, please take a few minutes out of your day to stand up for American STEM workers!

Poquoson

THURSDAY MAY 31

TIME: 10 a.m. - 12 noon

WHERE: Poquoson Library

500 City Hall Ave.

Poquoson, VA 23662

Yorktown

THURSDAY MAY 31

TIME: 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

WHERE: Yorktown Library

8500 George Washington Memorial Highway

Yorktown, VA 23692

Charles City

MONDAY JUNE 4

TIME: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

WHERE: Government Administration Building

10900 Courthouse Road

Charles City, VA 23030

Berryville

TUESDAY JUNE 5

TIME: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

WHERE: 101 Chalmers Court Suite A

Berryville, VA 22611

Leesburg

TUESDAY JUNE 5

TIME: 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.

WHERE: 380 Old Waterford Road Northwest

Leesburg, VA 20176

Floyd

TUESDAY JUNE 5

TIME: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

WHERE: Jessie Peterman Memorial Library

32 West Main Street

Floyd, VA 24091

King and Queen

THURSDAY JUNE 7

TIME: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

WHERE: King & Queen Branch Library

396 Newtown Road

St. Stephen's Church, VA 23148

King William County

THURSDAY JUNE 7

TIME: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

WHERE: Upper King William Branch Library

694-J Sharon Road

Aylett, VA

Henry County

FRIDAY JUNE 8

TIME: 11 a.m. - 2p.m.

WHERE: Henry County Administration Building

Board of Supervisors Room

3300 Kings Mountain Road

Martinsville, VA 24112

Greensville/Empori

WEDNESDAY JUNE 13

TIME: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

WHERE: Richardson Public Library

100 Spring Street

Emporia, VA 23847

WILL YOU ATTEND AN OFFICE HOUR?

Yes, I Can Do This.

No, I Won't Do This.
Once again, we would love to hear how these office hours go for anyone who attends. You can contact the help desk or myself-- If you answer "yes" I will send you a follow up email from my personal account.

Thank you for your time,
Melanie Oubre
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Doug Dunn and Island Style to perform at Riverwalk Landing as part of Yorktown Maritime Weekend

 

May 25, 2012

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

     Following a full schedule of daytime events on Yorktown's opening day of Maritime Weekend Friday, June 1, the day's activities will conclude with a free concert by "Doug Dunn and Island Style," featuring the atmosphere and fun of island style Jimmy Buffett tunes at Riverwalk Landing from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

     Doug Dunn is a former corporate CEO who hung up the suits and ties, bought a guitar and the rest is what you see today.   In 2001, Doug retired from the road to focus on writing and recording. Now, together with his new band, Doug is charging all over the country electrifying audiences everywhere with his Southern and Caribbean rock blending with Contemporary Country Music.  Doug is a sterling member of the Country Music Association, Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, The Grammy's and the Nashville Songwriters Association. 

    As a prelude to Yorktown's Shagging on the Riverwalk Concert Series beginning Thursday, June 7, Yorktown is thrilled to host Dunn at Riverwalk Landing Friday, June 1 as he captures the entire atmosphere of a Buffett concert on the beautiful Yorktown waterfront. 

     Yorktown Maritime Weekend will be celebrated with a three-day waterfront celebration including free public tours of visiting tall ships and military vessels, static displays, market days, a parade of sail and much more.  

This concert is free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to arrive early and bring blankets and/or lawn chairs. Food will be available for purchase. Free parking is available at the Riverwalk Landing parking terrace, York Hall, York-Poquoson Courthouse, County Administration Building, and other designated public parking lots throughout Yorktown. Signage directing motorists to parking lots will be in place.

     For more information about Yorktown Maritime Weekend and other events and concerts in Yorktown, call the York County Parks and Recreation Office at 890-3500 or visit www.visityorktown.org. In case of inclement weather, call the Event Weather Hotline at 890-3520. This event is sponsored by York County.

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WYDaily Morning News - Your Morning News for May 23, 2012

Wednesday, 23 May 2012 Virginia Arts Festival presents Friday at New Town - Enjoy music by Rare Mixx, great food, drinks and company this Friday, May 25 starting at 5:30 p.m. at Sullivan Square in New Town. Friday at New Town is free and open to the public. Click here for more information on this and other Virginia Arts Festival events. TODAY'S HEADLINES Police Escort Citizen From JCC Board Meeting Bay Rivers Boys Soccer: York Upsets Jamestown, will Meet Tabb in Tournament Championship JCC Supes Vote to Hike Sewer Fees; Two Vote No Bay Rivers Baseball: York, Grafton Advance to District Tournament Championship JCC Supes Slash Boat Tax, One Member Objects Trustee to Examine Financial Records at Carter's Grove The Score: More Semifinal Results- Bay Rivers Softball, Girls Soccer Game On: Jamestown Sweeps Top Honors on All-Bay Rivers District Girls and Boys Soccer Teams Newsweek Ranks Two York Schools Among Best Hometown: JCC Police Honor Officer of Year, and Others Rabid Raccoon Found in Calthrop Neck Frugal Jena: Free Beauty Bag From Target JCC Community Center Has New Name   RECENT HEADLINES York County to SB: No Changes to Funding Agreement Game On: Warhill’s West, Grafton’s Washington Highlight Bay Rivers Baseball All-District Awards; Poquoson’s Tyler, York’s Ashe Named Softball POYs JCC Parks and Rec is Finalist for Best Program in Country Hometown: Republican Committee Hosts Eric Hurr Frugal Jena: Free Sample Pack of Tully's Coffee K-Cups Inmate Re-Entry Conference Held In Williamsburg Tomorrow Frugal Jena: Getting Started Tips   More Stories www.wydaily.com Copyright © 2011 Williamsburg Yorktown Daily. Davis Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Unsubscribe