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Newspaper
The Valley Banner
Location
Elkton, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 2010
Page
5
Dr. Larry A. Bompiani urges Elkton voters to reelect Rick Workman Harry Armbruster and Gene Kite, praising their honesty and fiscal focus amid tough times. He argues their records show integrity and dedication and urges support to keep the town on a stable path.
Elkton Middle School PTA expresses gratitude to the community and visitors who attended Autumn Days and supported the baked potato booth on Oct 16 and 17. Special thanks to Myers Ford Ace Dean Home Center Elkton Elementary School cafeteria Valley Banner EMS SCA led by Becky Pierce Megan Miriello and students Matthew Good Jasmine Lam Austin Corsa Brittany Hoy Lyndey Dean Halleman Berkley Wentz Faith Carter Cheyanne Combs Katie Shifflett Braden Stull Joe Nicol Sierra Shifflett Hollis Merica Chelsea Hensley Jacob Shifflett Alyssa Aleknas Danielle Werner and all PTA members families and volunteers.
Faye E Morris of Harrisonburg urges voters to scrutinize Elkton’s 18 year Printz administration. She questions real estate ventures, deficits, a KOA campground plan with community access, dual pools, senior center reopenings, water rate repeal motives, and perceived favoritism toward seniors amid broader town needs.
Joyce M. Morris argues that during 18 years under Mr Printz Elkton saw rising utility costs and neglected waste treatment until a DEQ mandate forced fixes. She credits Dr Bompiani for grants and a zero interest loan while warning against returning to Printz style governance and urging voters to think before supporting him.
Brenda Merica recalls working at the Elkton Community Center until October 2009 and says she was dismissed from duties. She notes only Lee Dearing and Margaretta Isom returned her call and stresses the need for changes to keep serving Elkton and nearby areas. She urges readers to remember who cares and who seeks the facts, inviting contact for details.
Richard T. Lam questions Roy G. Davis during Elkton mayoral campaign. He cites Davis’s vague statements, past council ties, a 1989 resignation, and concerns over taxes, utilities, alcohol at the community center, Kite House reopening, debt handling, management changes, and support for Linda Life.
EPIC, formed in 1987, notes this is the 24th Elkton Autumn Days festival. The message credits Mrs. Linda Life for town projects and the caboose home, while EPIC plans its 25th year of service in 2011 with upcoming events. Larry Baugher and Donna Mowbray express thanks for 24 years of Autumn Days support.
Peter Ott criticizes town leaders for mismanaging the community center and bridge project. He questions volunteer reliance, cites a no trespass order against council and committee meetings, and accuses officials of ignoring permits, safety, and legal rules while pursuing waivers and cover.
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