Offices close for Yorktown Day; Election Day registration deadline

 

County offices to be closed Oct. 19 for Yorktown Day

 

September 26, 2012

 

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York County offices will be closed Friday, Oct. 19, in observance of Yorktown Day, the anniversary of the victory at Yorktown.

County offices, York County Public Libraries and York-Poquoson Social Services will be closed that day, as will the county's Waste Management Center offices.

The General District Court, Circuit Court and Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court, as well as the York County Virginia Cooperative Extension office will be open. Please note that the courts will be closed Monday, Oct. 8, for Columbus Day.

Collection of garbage and recyclables will not be affected by the holiday. The compost facility, citizen drop-off centers and transfer station located on Goodwin Neck Road will be open, however the administrative offices of the Waste Management Center will be closed.

For more information about the Yorktown Day office closing schedule, please call the Public Information Office at 890-3300.

 

Last day to register to vote in November election is Monday, Oct. 15

 

September 26, 2012

 

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     The last day to register to vote in the Nov. 6 election is Monday, Oct. 15.

     The Constitution of Virginia requires that citizens be registered in the precinct in which they live in order to be qualified to vote. Qualified residents who will be 18 years old on or before Nov. 6 may register to vote in this election.

     Registered voters who need to change their address may do so by completing, signing and submitting a voter registration application or their voter card. The deadline to change registration information is also Monday, Oct. 15. If a registered voter's address has changed, the voter should update his/her address to ensure he/she remains qualified to vote.

     Any qualified resident of Virginia may apply to register to vote or to update their registration information at the places and times listed below: 

1.      Voter Registrar's Office, 224 Ballard St., Yorktown, M-F, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

2.      York County Library, Tabb Branch, 100 Long Green Blvd., Tabb; Yorktown Branch, 8500 George Washington Memorial Hwy, Yorktown, regular library hours

3.      Griffin-Yeates Center, 1490 Government Rd., Williamsburg, M-F, 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m.

     Applications and updated information may also be mailed to the Registrar's Office, P.O. Box 451, Yorktown, VA, 23690.

     If residents complete a registration application provided by a voter registration drive, please contact the Registrar's Office to ensure that the application was received by the Registrar's Office in time.

     All York County polling locations will be open on Election Day from 6 a.m.-7 p.m.

     Visit http://www.yorkcounty.gov/voting for registration applications, polling place locations, district information, absentee ballot information, and contact information.

     Absentee voting is available for those who will be out of their precinct on Nov. 6, those who are unable to go to their polling place because of an illness or disability, and those who otherwise qualify to vote an absentee ballot. The deadline to apply to vote absentee by mail, email, or fax is 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 30. The deadline to apply to vote absentee in person is 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 3. In order to accommodate those who wish to vote absentee in person, the Registrar's Office will be open Saturday, Oct. 27, and Saturday, Nov. 3, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

     The law permits emergency absentee voting in a few, very limited situations until 2 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 5. For more information on emergency absentee voting, call the Registrar's Office at 890-3440.

     Any voter age 65 or older or physically disabled may request a ballot from an officer of election outside the polling place but within 150 feet of the entrance to the polling place. On Nov. 6, persons who fit these qualifications and who wish to vote outside the polling place can call the Registrar's Office at 890-3440, and we will alert the polling place that a voter who wishes to vote outside the polling place will be arriving.

     Unofficial statewide election results – including York County election results – will be available on the State Board of Elections website at www.sbe.virginia.gov as they are reported after the polls close Nov. 6. 

     For additional information, please call the Registrar's Office at 890-3440 or visit the website, www.yorkcounty.gov/voting.

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Rhythms on the Riverwalk concert series line up change

 

September 20, 2012

 

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     York County announces a change to the line up for the 8th Annual Rhythms on the Riverwalk concert series.

     The entertainment for Friday, Sept. 28 will be "Boot Rooster." Boot Rooster is a high energy country band that was established in late 2009 in the Hampton Roads area.

     This weekly concert series will take place on the performance stage, overlooking the York River. The series will be held on Fridays from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. through Oct. 5. The entertainment schedule is as follows:

 

·         Sept. 21                       Charles Darden Band

·         Sept. 28                       Boot Rooster

·         Oct. 5                         Tailgate Down

 

     The series is free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to 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.

     No rain dates are scheduled for Rhythms on the Riverwalk. In the event of inclement weather, please call the event weather hotline at 890-3520 for updated event information. For more information on Rhythms on the Riverwalk or any other events in York County, call the York County Parks and Recreation Office at 890-3500 or visit www.visityorktown.org.

     Rhythms on the Riverwalk is sponsored by York County.

 

 

Last Moonlight and Music set for Thursday, Sept. 27

 

September 20, 2012

 

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     New Quarter Park invites musicians and music lovers to share old-time, blues, roots music and more on Thursday evening, Sept. 27, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 

     Bring a guitar, fiddle, or other acoustic instrument to the park shelters next to the parking lot and office and join in the jam. Instrumentalists at all levels and in all genres are welcome. Music-loving listeners are also welcome to bring a lawn chair and sing along.

     Led by local musician Joe Duggan, the event proceeds in a round robin fashion. This will be the last Moonlight and Music for this year.

     New Quarter Park is located in upper York County at 1000 Lakeshead Drive, next to the Queen's Lake neighborhood. For more information, call York County Parks and Recreation at 757-890-3500 or New Quarter Park at 757-890-5840.

 

Joe Woody recognized for 25 years of service

 

September 20, 2012

 

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     At a recent meeting, Board of Supervisors Chairman Tom Shepperd recognized Crew Supervisor/Equipment Operator Joe Woody for his 25 years of service to York County.

     Joe started with the county in 1987 as a Laborer II in the Utilities Division. From there, he progressed to the position of Trades Helper, and then moved to the Division of Waste Management as an Operator before being promoted to his current position.

     With Waste Management, Joe is the primary designer of county leaf collection routes and is supervisor of the county's Adult Community Service Program.

     "Joe's day-to-day work ethic makes him a true asset to York County," said his boss, Waste Service Manager Frank Hedspeth. "It makes no difference what job is handed to Joe, he always puts forth his best efforts to complete the task at hand."

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Sr. Center White Elephant Sale; Landscape Extravaganza

 

Senior Center White Elephant Sale set for Saturday, Oct. 6

 

September 17, 2012

 

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     The public is cordially invited to donate to and/or participate in the Senior Center of York's 2012 White Elephant (Yard Sale Items), Bake Sale and Craft Fair on Saturday, Oct. 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

     This event will be held at the Senior Center of York, which is located at 5314 George Washington Memorial Highway, in the Washington Square Shopping Center in Grafton. All proceeds from the fundraiser will benefit the Senior Center. 

     Donations, such as household items, crafts, and articles other than clothing may be delivered to the center Mondays through Fridays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bake sale items (baked goods only) such as cakes, pies, brownies, and cookies may be delivered Friday, Oct. 5 from 12-4 p.m., or on the day of the sale at 8:30 a.m.

     The Craft Fair will feature a wide array of crafts, including knitting, crocheting, paintings and more. Tickets can also be purchased for a chance to win some great door prizes. Those donating items for the sale are asked to tag their items with suggested prices. Limited pickup may be available for anyone wishing to donate larger items. For more information, please call the center at 898-3807.

 

Fall Landscape Extravaganza set for Saturday, Oct. 6

 

September 17, 2012

 

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     The annual Fall Landscape Extravaganza sponsored by the Virginia Cooperative Extension-York/Poquoson Office will be held on Saturday, Oct. 6, at Yorkminster Presbyterian Church, 6218 George Washington Memorial Highway, in Grafton. 

     Sign-in begins at 8:30 a.m., with orientation at 9 a.m. Two blocks of concurrent educational programs will be offered from 9:15 to 10:30 a.m. and from 10:45 a.m. to noon. 

     Classes include:

     ·         Change in the Landscape – Mike Andruczyk, Chesterfield Extension Agent

     ·         Attracting Pollinators in the Home Landscape – Kathy Duncan, Custom Gardens

     ·         Fairy Gardens – Eileen Livingstone, Ken Matthews Garden Center

     ·         Easy Seed Starting in the Garden & Indoors – Lisa Ziegler, The Gardener's Workshop

     ·         Prepare for a Springtime Love Affair – Marie Butler, Norfolk Zoological Park

     ·         New & Underutilized Plants Part 2 – Eric Bailey, Landscapes by Eric Bailey

     This is a popular event and seating is limited, so early registration is required. The event is offered free of charge and is open to the public. Registration materials can be found at www.yorkcounty.gov/vce. Contact the York-Poquoson Extension office at 890-4940 with any questions.

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Fw: Sept 20th Next VPCCC meeting ...

Fellow delegates: Reminder FYI – See you all there/then.

Larry

 

From: Hartel, Harold

Sent: Monday, September 17, 2012 5:30 AM

To: 'Larry Hanson'

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Reminder

 

Community Meeting Notice
 

The Virginia Peninsula Car Club Council was established to support the Automotive Clubs and Auto Enthusiasts in the Va. Peninsula Region and surrounding areas.  VPCCC is a not-for-profit group (www.vpccc.org)

The VPCCC meets on the third Thursday of the month (Except Dec.)   at 7:00 pm … Please consider coming as our guest. 

Sept 20^th   is our next meeting .

 Guest Speaker

Charlie  Daniels of Daniel Performance Group

& 

 

Location

Wynne Ford/Volvo

1020 West Mercury Blvd. 

Hampton, VA 23666

Map & Location

 

757-838-3673

www.wynneford.com

Call or email Hal Hartel for more information.    

FYI-We have clubs, individuals and businesses as members from Chesapeake, Charles City, Chester, Denbigh, Gloucester - Middle Peninsula, Hampton, Isle of Wight, James City County, Newport News, Norfolk, Poquoson, Portsmouth, Smithfield, Suffolk, Va. Beach, Yorktown, York County, Williamsburg of Virginia and Elizabeth City & Outer Banks of  N.C.

Thanks,  Hal
Past Chairman of Va Fall Classic
President of Va Peninsula Car Club Council
 "It is amazing what you can accomplish if you don't care who gets the credit!" Harry S. Truman

Harold D. Hartel
100 Kayla Court
Yorktown, Va. 23693
757/867-6336
halhartel@gmail.com
www.VaFallClassic.org
www.VPCCC.org

Comp Plan Meeting; E-Commerce Grant Program; County staff member president of international org.

 

Planning Commission Comp Plan work session set for Sept. 19

 

September 13, 2012

 

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     The York County Planning Commission will hold a work session at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 19 for the purpose of discussing the Comprehensive Plan review and update.

     The work session will take place in the York Hall East Room, located at 301 Main Street, in Yorktown. The main topic of the meeting will be the Community Facilities element of the plan, which encompasses county offices, detention and law enforcement, fire and life safety, libraries, parks and recreation, and schools.

     The Comprehensive Plan serves as the long-range plan for the physical development of the county. The Code of Virginia requires that comprehensive plans be reviewed periodically, and York County's plan was last updated by the Board of Supervisors in December 2005.

     All Planning Commission meetings and work sessions are open to the public.

     For more information, please contact the York County Planning Division at 890-3404 or by email at planning@yorkcounty.gov, or visit the web site at www.yorkcounty.gov/planning.

 

 

York EDA to replenish E-Commerce Grant Program funds

 

September 13, 2012

 

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     Due to its extreme popularity, the York County Economic Development Authority has voted to add more funding to its E-Commerce Grant Program.

     The program, launched in 2005, was designed to encourage website and e-commerce development of York County's businesses.

     Originally funded at $30,000, the program's coffers were depleted down to $1,500 within seven years. The EDA recently earmarked $10,000 to replenish some of the funding.

     The program awards matching grants on a first-come, first-served basis. Grants are 50 percent of total project costs, up to $500 per business ($1,000 for minority or woman-owned enterprises), and are for design work only. Annual maintenance and service fees are not eligible for grant funds, nor is work performed prior to grant approval. Eligible projects include the establishment of a new website or upgrades to an existing site that will allow for online transactions, a more visible web presence, and/or a more user-friendly interface.

     Since the program's inception, 54 York County businesses have received grant funds to improve their websites. The program continues to be the most popular program offered by the Economic Development Authority. Other programs include the Home-Based Business Transition Grant Program and the NxLevel Scholarship Program.

     Visit www.YesYorkCounty.com for full program guidelines or contact the Office of Economic Development at 757-890-3317.

 

York Chief of E-911 named president of international organization

 

September 13, 2012

 

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     Terry Hall, York County's Chief of Emergency Communications, was recently named the new president of the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO) International.

     APCO International is the world's largest organization of public safety communications professionals. Founded in 1935, the organization now has over 15,000 members worldwide.

     "I am honored to serve as the 77^th president of APCO International, a member-driven organization of public safety communications professionals that is widely respected here in the U.S. and around the world," Hall said.

     Hall has been York County's Chief of Emergency Communications since 1990. In that time, Hall has overseen the expansion of the York County E911 operation to include serving the cities of Poquoson and Williamsburg; he has secured $1.4 million in grant funds for advanced E911 technology and a $500,000 grant for Next Generation 911 (which will enable the 911 Center to receive text, image and video emergency notifications from the public); and he currently serves as the Systems Manager for one of the largest regional radio networks on the East Coast.

     For more information on APCO International, visit www.apco911.org.

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Fellow Delegates: FYI – Let's have a great turnout for a real friend of our hobby.

See you all there/then.

Larry

 

From: Hartel, Harold

Sent: Wednesday, September 05, 2012 5:00 PM

Cc: 'Harold Hartel'

Subject: Sept 20th Next VPCCC meeting ...

 

 

<<<PLEASE share >>>

Community Meeting Notice
 

The Virginia Peninsula Car Club Council was established to support the Automotive Clubs and Auto Enthusiasts in the Va. Peninsula Region and surrounding areas.  VPCCC is a not-for-profit group (www.vpccc.org)

The VPCCC meets on the third Thursday of the month (Except Dec.)   at 7:00 pm … Please consider coming as our guest. 

Sept 20^th   is our next meeting .

 Guest Speaker

Charlie  Daniels of Daniel Performance Group

& 

 

Location

Wynne Ford/Volvo

1020 West Mercury Blvd. 

Hampton, VA 23666

Map & Location

 

757-838-3673

www.wynneford.com

Call or email Hal Hartel for more information.    

FYI-We have clubs, individuals and businesses as members from Chesapeake, Charles City, Chester, Denbigh, Gloucester - Middle Peninsula, Hampton, Isle of Wight, James City County, Newport News, Norfolk, Poquoson, Portsmouth, Smithfield, Suffolk, Va. Beach, Yorktown, York County, Williamsburg of Virginia and Elizabeth City & Outer Banks of  N.C.

Thanks,  Hal
Past Chairman of Va Fall Classic
President of Va Peninsula Car Club Council
 "It is amazing what you can accomplish if you don't care who gets the credit!" Harry S. Truman

Harold D. Hartel
100 Kayla Court
Yorktown, Va. 23693
757/867-6336
halhartel@gmail.com
www.VaFallClassic.org
www.VPCCC.org

Reminder: Public Open Forum on the Patient Protection and Affordabl... @ Tue Sep 4 7:15pm - 9pm (PeninsulaTeaParty.org)

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