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Newspaper
The Valley Banner
Location
Elkton, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 2016
Page
5
Caroline Brill urges Elkton voters to oppose higher taxes and curb what she calls out of control taxpayer spending by Mayor Printz. She endorses Randell Snow, noting his council experience and lifelong presence in Elkton as suitable to stop careless spending.
Samuel Woody urges voters to demand responsible leadership to avoid bankruptcy and mismanagement. He cites long-standing spending, backroom deals, and a need for transparent, financially aware governance, endorsing Randell Snow for practical change and accountability.
The Adventurers and Explorers of Elkton Seventh-day Adventist Church express gratitude to Elkton residents for supporting the annual food drive for Elkton Area United Services Food Pantry. They donated 2,800 pounds of food, a result of community generosity. Linda S. Gildner and the youth co-director extend thanks.
Printz describes DEQ mandated wastewater treatment plant expansion with potential 115 percent rate increase and $500,000 savings loss. He cites negotiating in Richmond to avoid rate hikes, pledges grants instead of taxes, and lists priorities including refurbishing the Town Hall, rebuilding the plant, and economic development while ensuring public input and ADA compliance. He outlines process for unpopular proposals via Planning Commission and public hearings. He defines the mayoral role as town CEO coordinating officials and committees.
Town officials discuss remediating issues at the historic Jennings Building to restore operations and promote community activities. Proposals include hiring a professional town manager, fixing infrastructure, and posting all government information online, with emphasis on fair, legally grounded decision making.
Elkton Historical Society schedules its annual Christmas Tea for Saturday November 12 with seatings at noon and 3 pm at the Miller-Kite Museum on East Rockingham Street. Reservations line 820 6060 or visit Hair Gallery in Elkton's downtown triangle area.
Keezletown 4-H Club plans a 7 p.m. meeting Monday November 14 at Raritan Hall. Call 564-3080 for details. Port Republic 4-H Club also meets at 7 p.m. that night with location and details available from Laura Begoon at 421-3469.
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