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Newspaper
The Valley Banner
Location
Elkton, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 19, 2011
Page
1
Elkton Town Council, led by Town Manager Reid Wodicka, reviews a proposed 4,877,603 dollar budget for the coming fiscal year at a two hour meeting. The plan includes a 5 percent across the board raise and a 10,000 dollar boost to savings with 100,000 dollars shown as allocated to savings in the current year.
Elkton council approved a Memorial Day veterans proclamation, authorized a $100,000 heavy equipment purchase, and backed the 20/20 county cooperation pledge signed by all Rockingham County mayors. Public comment included sharp remarks from former mayor Lee Dearing accusing officials of neglecting repairs and alleged equipment violations and the absence of formal contract details.
Shenandoah River Chapter DAR members prepare 100 gift kits for 650 veterans at the McGuire Veterans Center in Richmond. Kits include shampoo soap and messages from Shenandoah River Bend and Elkton elementary students from pre K to fourth grade. Cardsfeature stars flags hearts and simple drawings to express gratitude on Flag Day June 14.
Shenandoah Town Council approves a 1.939 million dollar budget for the new fiscal year beginning July 1, up from 1.901 million, with real estate taxes rising from 25 to 29 cents per 100. A public hearing is set for 7 p.m. Tuesday May 24 before the regular meeting. Memorial Day festivities begin May 22 with a 2 p.m. Pageant, a May 27 cruise-in on First Street, 6:30 p.m. live music, and a flag retirement ceremony slated for the carnival grounds on Third Street.
Elkton town council postponed a final vote on legalizing golf carts on streets after signs for the program had not arrived. The council remains divided, with residents expressing mixed views while some, like Dillon Taylor, support the idea as states move to authorize carts. The issue continues to await a motion at the next meeting.
Heritage Day at Grand Caverns Park in Grottoes on June 4 features Blue Ridge heritage demonstrations, crafts, food, dances, and music. The event marks the Civil War’s 150th anniversary with a reenactment encampment, field hospital, cannon firings, and exhibits, plus a 10 a.m. cave opening and a candlelight cave tour with an underground ball.
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