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Free May 22, 2020 From Horntown Potato Field to the White House: Pony Penning David Hickman Talks Taters With President Trump Canceled For First David Hickman, of Dublin Time Since WWII Farms in Horntown, joined The annual event, which draws President Trump at the White thousands of spectators and House to help announce the U.S. ­international media coverage, Department of Ag­ riculture’s would have marked its 95th coronavirus relief programs for year; organizers vow to hold farmers totaling $19 billion ­online pony auction By Carol Vaughn David Hickman, the fifth-gener- By Carol Vaughn ation operator of Dublin Farms in For the first time since World War II, Horntown, was among farmers who Chincoteague’s annual Pony Penning spoke during a televised event Tues- will not be held. day at the White House to announce a The Chincoteague Volunteer Fire relief program for farmers affected by Company Board of Directors voted Mon- the COVID-19 pandemic. day to cancel Pony Penning and also the Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Per- 2020 Chincoteague Volunteer Fireman’s due announced details of the Corona- Carnival due to the COVID-19 pandemic. virus Food Assistance Program, which David Hickman, of Dublin Farms in Horntown, chats with President Donald The decision came “after carefully will give up to $16 billion in direct Trump during a White House press conference announcing a relief pack- analyzing the three phases as set forth payments to farmers and ranchers im- age for farmers on Tuesday, May 19. Screenshot of Fox News broadcast. by Gov. Northam for opening Virginia,” pacted by the pandemic. “This program is going to help tre- several questions about the farm and according to a press release. Additionally, the USDA Farmers to mendously with the movement of po- the differences between Idaho and The carnival was scheduled to begin Families Food Box program is partner- tatoes this summer,” Hickman said, Eastern Shore potato production. July 2. ing with distributors impacted by the noting the farm has six customers who “(It’s) just interesting to me — what Wednesday, July 29, would have closing of restaurants and other food are distributors and are participating do I know about potatoes, right?” marked the 95th year of Chincoteague’s service businesses during the pan- in the food box program. Trump said. annual Pony Swim, with the Pony Auc- demic to purchase $3 billion in pro- “So our potatoes will be in some of Hickman told Trump potatoes have tion held at the carnival grounds the duce, dairy, and meat. The food will these food boxes,” he said, adding the been planted on his family’s farm since following day. be distributed to needy Americans, ac- farm has submitted bids for five-pound 1887, “which is sort of unusual in the Pony Penning week attracts thou- cording to a press release. bags of yellow and white potatoes to go country.” sands of visitors to Chincoteague Dublin Farms potatoes will be directly to food banks. “We appreciate what you are doing each year. among the produce distributed to food “It’s certainly going to impact the Vir- for us,” Hickman told the president. “Please understand that this was banks under the federal Farmers to ginia potato business,” Hickman said. Hickman invited Trump to “come not an easy decision to make, with the Families program. President Trump asked Hickman (Continued on Page 2) (Continued on Page 2) Nothing To Do This Weekend? The Get-Up-and-Go Guide to Social Distancing Starts on Page 30 2 • Eastern Shore Post • May 22, 2020

Talking Taters rus. President Trump has autho- Duvall said the pandemic “has made ~ ~ rized USDA to ensure our patriot- us realize one thing. We live in a land ~ No Pony Penning~ (Continued From Front Page) ic farmers, ranchers, and producers of plenty, but there’s a food chain that (Continued From Front Page) are supported and we are moving is just as important to us as the mili- by” the farm. quickly to open applications to get tary is. We have to be able to feed our last pony penning being cancelled over “I might. Be careful, I might. I’ll payments out the door and into the own people; we can’t afford to be fed by 78 years ago during the second World be there. We’re going after Virgin- pockets of farmers,” Perdue said in other countries.” War. We know how much this commu- ia; with your crazy governor, we’re the release. The USDA, through the Farm nity loves this fire company and sup- going after Virginia. They want to “These payments will help keep Service Agency, will accept appli- ports our carnival but with the restric- take your Second Amendment away, farmers afloat while market demand cations beginning May 26 from ag- tions put into the phases to prevent you know that, right? You’ll have returns as our nation reopens and re- ricultural producers who have suf- the spread of the coronavirus, it was nobody guarding your potatoes,” covers. America’s farmers are resil- fered losses. the only logical decision to make,” said Trump said. ient and will get through this chal- Additional information and the release from Alex Tucker, presi- “You know, the farmers were target- lenge just like they always do with application forms can be found dent of the Chincoteague Volunteer ed by China, when we started negoti- faith, hard work, and determination,” at www.farmers.gov/cfap Producers Fire Company. ating tough with China,” Trump said he said. of all eligible commodities will ap- The plan is to hold an online auction, earlier in the event, touting the $12 Zippy Duvall, American Farm ply through their local FSA office. instead of the traditional in-person billion given to American farmers that Bureau president, said during the Documentation to support the pro- auction, to sell foals from the Chincote- first year. event, “The farmers across America ducer’s application and certification ague wild pony herd, which is owned “The next year…I took $16 billion are very appreciative, Mr. President, may be requested. FSA has stream- and cared for by the fire company. out of the tariffs…we gave it to the of what you have done. You stood be- lined the sign-up process to not re- The date for the online auction is to farmers, and this year the same thing,” hind us during the trade war; you quire an acreage report at the time be determined. he said. stood behind us during all the dif- of application and a USDA farm “Plans are still being arranged as “America’s farming community is ficulties we went through; and now, number may not be immediately to where the ponies will physically facing an unprecedented situation with the pandemic, you stood behind needed. Applications will be accept- be during the auction and we en- as our nation tackles the coronavi- us again.” ed through Aug. 28, 2020. courage you to keep a close watch on the developments as plans are made Northampton Is $10 Million Short for New High School public on the auction,” Tucker said in the release. By Stefanie Jackson previous board voted to allow $25 Kolakowski said the committee Tim Jennings, longtime auction- Northampton County borrowed million. That seems like … plenty to had also discussed possibly using eer for the pony auction, will conduct $25 million for repairs and new do the project.” money from the county and school the online auction, “and it should be a construction at Northampton High County Administrator Charles division’s capital reserve funds. positive event for this fire company,” School – following more than a de- Kolakowski explained that the sin- “I think that the $25 million was Tucker said. cade of debate with the school board gle largest factor in the $10 mil- really looked upon as a base number “I pray all of you are staying safe, and two opinions from architectural lion cost increase was the addition but not as the overall do-all, end-all and please don’t hesitate to call us if firms on the condition of the building of renovations to Northampton High of the budget for the project.” you need us. We will always be here for – but it’s not nearly enough money. School’s Career and Technical Edu- About $2.5 million of the addition- you!” he said. A study conducted by architectur- cation building, at a cost of about $4 al $10 million would cover a major Additionally, Sam Serio, who oper- al firm Waller, Todd, & Sadler, of Vir- million. overhaul of the high school auditori- ates Chincoteague’s annual Blueberry ginia Beach, considered the $25 mil- “Given the economy of the Shore, um, Chandler estimated. Festival around the same time as Pony lion borrowed to date and concluded given the future of the economy and Supervisor John Coker said the Penning, announced Monday the 33rd “there was a shortfall of potential- where we can expect our students to engineers “originally thought they Annual Blueberry Festival will be re- ly up to approximately $10 million,” be getting careers and career oppor- could renovate it, but they said they scheduled for July 2021. said Northampton Finance Director tunities … the improvements there had to take a close look at it and de- John Chandler during the May 12 could be a significant part of the eco- cided it didn’t make sense.” supervisors meeting. nomic future for our students,” he Renovating the auditorium would “We’re at a crossroads,” Chandler said. have cost nearly as much as rebuild- C. LEE HAULING said. “I think the board and the commit- ing it, Coker said. Northampton borrowed the mon- tee that’s working on this feel that The extra $10 million also includes Top Soil, Fill, Sand, ey about six months ago, when inter- it’s a significant contribution to the the cost to construct a separate est rates were low – between 2.5% overall educational opportunities” building on campus for Northamp- Gravel, Lot Clearing and 3%. The $25 million figure was for students, Kolakowski continued. ton Middle School (which current- chosen in hopes of keeping the coun- “In addition, when we came up ly is housed in the high school), and ty’s debt service near current levels. with the $25 million, quite frankly, the sixth grade can be moved from and Demolition. (The total borrowed was more than we were a little bit pressed for time the elementary schools to the mid- $28 million, including interest and because of the borrowing window that dle school. fees.) we were looking at, and we looked at The middle and high school will 757-710-3032 Supervisor Betsy Mapp said “$10 it saying that would be a good base continue to share a cafeteria, gym, and million is a lot over budget. … The amount to start with,” he said. (Continued on Page 5) Hopeton, VA May 22, 2020 • Eastern Shore Post • 3

N E W P R I C E BLOXOM: 2BR/2BA MLS#51602 $235,000 NANDUA HEIGHTS: 3BR/2.5BA MLS#51633 $249,000 EXMORE 3BR/1.5BA MLS#51193 $129,900 Leslie Hart 757-894-0910 Michelle Evans 757-710-5934 Anne Kyle Doughty 757-710-3824

WATERFRONT EXMORE: 13,480 sq ft MLS#49880 $325,000 GREENBUSH: 3BR/1BA MLS#50835 $359,000 PAINTER: 3BR/2.5BA MLS#50843 $525,000 Paulette MacPartland 757-710-3113 Shaun Sterling 757-854-8171 John Kluis 757-710-5249

WATERFRONT WATERFRONT ONANCOCK: 3BR/2BA MLS#50998 $299,000 PARKSLEY: 3BR/2.5BA MLS#51112 $349,000 BAY CREEK: 2BR/2BA MLS#51265 $299,000 CHERITON: 3BR/2BA MLS#51389 $169,000 Koerner Group 757-785-0444 Shaun Sterling 757-854-8171 Dave Griffith 757-647-2649 Dave Griffith 757-647-2649

WATERFRONT WATERFRONT CAPE CHARLES: 3BR/1.5BA MLS#51639 $179,000 PAINTER: Commercial 3600 sq ft MLS#51403 $279,000 CHINCOTEAGUE: 1BR/1BA MLS#51305 $73,500 NEW CHURCH: 3BR/2BA MLS#50647 $2,700,000 George Ferguson 757-710-4770 Dave Griffith 757-647-2649 Sandy Daisey 757-894-2942 Judy Williamson 757-894-2488 L A N D CAPTAINS COVE: Corner lot w/amenities SAXIS: WATERFRONT .65 ac VAUCLUSE SHORES: 3BR cert on .50 ac HARBORTON: WATERFRONT 6.60 ac MLS#50831 $1,500 MLS#51491 $8,000 MLS#48623 $27,500 MLS#50206 $68,500 Gil York 757-710-2948 Michelle Evans 757-710-5934 Paulette MacPartland 757-710-3113 Dave Mitchell 757-710-8852 GARGATHA II: Waterfront 8.2 ac cert letter on file MELFA: Zoned commercial .41 ac well & septic SCHOONER BAY: Waterfront .42 ac well & septic installed MELFA: 4.3 ac partially cleared MLS#51421 $100,000 MLS#51409 $62,500 MLS#51506 $119,000 MLS#51386 $38,000 The Morgan Group 757-387-2444 Shaun Sterling 757-854-8171 Koerner Group 757-785-0444 The Morgan Group 757-387-2444 EASTVILLE: 2.67 ac 4BR septic cert. CAPE CHARLES: 0.813 ac 4BR septic cert. VAUCLUSE SHORES: Waterfront 0.75 ac TOWER HILL: Waterfront 1.33 ac MLS#50594 $25,000 MLS#51292 $49,999 MLS#51231 $79,000 MLS#46537 $139,000 Nikki Custis 757-678-2128 Beverly McCord 757-777-2900 George Ferguson 757-710-4770 Jeff Klingel 757-695-1028 CHINCOTEAGUE: .81 ac waterfront CHINCOTEAGUE: .227 ac septic/water installed CHINCOTEAGUE: .52 ac 6BR septic cert. on file. NEW CHURCH: 1.5 ac in a private community MLS#51519 $135,000 MLS#51334 $82,000 MLS#51276 $160,000 MLS#51283 $39,900 Shawn Jennings 757-894-2249 Anita Merritt 757-894-0108 Gladys Baczek 757-894-0098 Sandy Daisey 757-894-2942 For complete listings, go to: www.cbharbourrealty.com An Independently Owned and Operated Member of Coldwell Banker Residential Affiliates, Inc. Accomac, VA Onancock, VA Chincoteague, VA Cape Charles, VA (757) 787-1305 / (800) 989-5852 (757) 787-1999 / (800) 637-8202 (757) 336-1999 / (800) 989-5854 (757) 331-3255 4 • Eastern Shore Post • May 22, 2020

47 Market Street, Onancock Town Election Results Announced 757-787-1010 Independently Owned & Operated Elected to town council were Dana Independently Owned & Operated Nine Accomack towns elect mason-davis.com T. Bundick, Richard A. “Ricky” Taylor, mayors and council members in and Francis D. “Sam” Welch. At Weichert, Realtors Mason-Davis, we realize Tuesday’s election In Saxis, Denise L. Drewer was elected to another term as mayor with that the people of the Eastern Shore have been hit By Carol Vaughn 39 votes, in an uncontested race. hard during the current situation. Moving forward, Voters in 92 Virginia towns, includ- Elected to town council were Aubrey ing on the Eastern Shore, elected coun- Lee Miles Jr., Jan Rae Foerster, Don- we are pledging to make a donation to the Food cil members and mayors Tuesday. na M. Croushore, Wayne E. McCleary, In Accomack County, the towns Darrell D. Marshall, and Richard M. Bank of the Eastern Shore for every real estate of Belle Haven, Chincoteague, Hall- Byrd. transaction closed.This is our way of giving back to wood, Keller, Onancock, Parksley, Sax- On Tangier, James W. “Ooker” Es- is, Tangier, and Wachapreague held kridge was elected to another term as the community that we are so proud to be a part of. elections. mayor with 98 votes, in an uncontest- In Belle Haven, George H. Ludlow ed race. Jr., who was unopposed, was elected Elected to town council were Nor- mayor with 27 votes, according to un- wood C. Evans, Paul R. McCready, official results. Cynthia S. Wheatley, Timothy Thom- Elected to town council were Edwin as Trumble, Isaiah James McCready, R. Long, O. Zach Pase, Larry W. Baxter, and William Tommy Eskridge III. Douglas R. Wehner, and Elizabeth M. In Wachapreague, Fred M. Jan- NEW LISTING! Accomac NEW LISTING! Pase. Hoge Allen Floyd III was elected ci Jr. will serve again as mayor. He Outdoor kitchen, In-ground pool, 39’ foot screened porch Pungoteague Waterfront recorder. received 39 votes in an unopposed $595,000 MLS 51645 3 BR / 2.5 BA $239,900 MLS 51646 In Chincoteague, J. Arthur Leonard race. Jessica Bernard 757-710-9938 George Schoolfield 757-710-1871 was elected to a second term as mayor Elected to town council were Rob- with 706 votes. There were 53 write-in ert G. Williams, Art R. Thornton votes. Jr., Sandie M. Puchalski, Robert F. Elected to town council were De- ­Bilicki, Margo M. Digan, and a sixth nise P. Bowden, William T. “Bill” Mc- member to be determined Comb Jr., and Gene Wayne Taylor, and, Glenn Schagelin received the in a special election, Christopher Duer most write-in votes, with 19, said Bott will keep his seat on council, to Accomack Deputy Director of Elec- Belle Haven Waterfront Locustville Painter which he was appointed. tions Karrie Williams. $335,900 MLS 50772 $269,000 MLS 50555 $160,000 MLS 50879 In Hallwood, J.W. “Jackie” Poulson “It is up to the town council if they 3 BR / 2.5 BA 3 BR / 2 BA 3 BR / 2 BA Jr., who was unopposed, will remain appoint him to the 6th open seat,” she Nancy James 757-710-3089 Tammy Mason 757-710-2295 Michael Stephano 757-710-0803 mayor. He received 25 votes. wrote in an email to the Post. Elected to town council were Claude M. Linton, Pamela G. Riffey, Elwood Few Changes Result from Town Stanley Young, Timothy C. Clougherty Elections in Northampton Sr., Stephanie A. Clougherty, and John By Stefanie Jackson W. Smith Jr. One Northampton town will have a In Keller, S. Beth Jackson Hart, who new council member following Tues- Onancock Waterfront Eastville Waterfront Melfa near Country Club was unopposed, was elected mayor day’s election – the Cape Charles town $349,999 MLS 50430 $549,000 MLS 51314 $219,000 MLS 51062 with 14 votes. council will welcome Andrew Follmer 3 BR / 2 BA 3 BR / 3 BA 3 BR / 2 BA Elected to town council were Rose to its fold. Susan Beasley 757-710-1284 Aaron Turner 757-710-0521 Helen Glenn 757-710-3129 Ann Moore, Janis S. Wingfield, Carole Follmer ran for the Cape Charles Anne Elliott, Claire T. Nutter, Teresa town council in 2018, but the three E. Guy, and Linda A. Guy. seats available went to current coun- In Onancock, Fletcher D. Fosque, cil members Tammy Holloway, Paul who was unopposed, was elected to an- Grossman, and Chris Bannon. other term as mayor with 116 votes. This year, three more seats on Elected to town council were Ma- the six-person council were up for phis M. Oswald, Robert J. Bloxom, and grabs. Councilmen Andy Buch- Parksley Waterfront Tasley - Great Property Nassawadox Ray E. Burger III. holz and Steve Bennett were up for $1,249,000 MLS 51178 2 Buildings & 2 Parcels $49,900 MLS 51454 In Parksley, Frank A. Russell II was re-election, and a third seat was left 3 BR / 2 BA on 40+ Acres $199,000 MLS 51452 3 BR / 1 BA elected mayor in a contested race. Rus- vacant by Cela Burge, who recently Tammy Mason 757-710-2295 Andy Mason 757-710-8497 Jeremy Ware 908-328-8634 sell received 125 votes to 81 votes cast became a judge in the Accomack Ju- Virtual Open House each Saturday on Facebook Live for Ronnie Wayne Marshall Jr. venile and Domestic Relations Dis- May 22, 2020 • Eastern Shore Post • 5 trict Court. annual revenue exclusively for school alent to a seven-cent real estate tax Both councilmen retained their ~Northampton~ capital improvement projects. increase, Chandler confirmed. seats, with Buchholz receiving 232 (Continued From Page 2) The sales tax would help alleviate Chairman Oliver Bennett sug- votes and Bennett receiving 214 votes. the county’s heavy reliance on re- gested setting up a “face-to-face” Follmer got 186 votes, or about 45% other common areas. al estate tax revenue to fund those meeting between county supervisors more than he got in 2018. Chandler agreed that the $25 mil- projects. and the school board, possibly at the Two other candidates fell short: lion already borrowed was not set as One cent of every dollar spent high school. Charles “Sambo” Brown, who previ- the entire budget for the high school in the county would be set aside The meeting would give members ously served on the Cape Charles town project. for public school construction and of both boards the opportunity “to council, had 161 votes, and Herb Thom “The board is going to have to de- renovation. discuss whether this is a sustain- had 100 votes. cide. (Are) you going to do the com- About 50% of Northampton’s sales able level of expenditures and a rea- There were 11 votes for write-in can- plete project and have the school in tax revenue “comes from people that sonable amount of money to spend didates out of 904 total votes for the a very good, tip-top shape for the fu- are not citizens of Northampton for the product you’ll be getting,” Cape Charles town council. ture – and with the programs that the County,” Chandler said. Kolakowski said. There will be no changes to the Ex- community and the school system are Before the new sales tax can take “With the numbers of students more town council. Three councilmen looking for – or are we going to do it in effect, it must be proposed in a bill dropping like a rock, here we are ty- were up for re-election, and all ran un- pieces and parts?” he asked. during a Virginia General Assem- ing up all of our money in the schools opposed and retained their seats. “How do you feel about us getting bly session, passed by both houses, when we should be doing econom- Thomas Lewis got 71 votes, John even deeper in debt?” Mapp asked signed by the governor, presented ic development so that we get more Metz got 66 votes, and Chase Sturgis Chandler. “I mean, we already owe as a referendum in a general elec- people,” Mapp said. got 63 votes. 50-some million dollars, and that’s tion, and approved by a majority of Supervisor David Fauber said, There were three votes for write-in not chicken feed.” voters. “Whether it’s 25 or 35 (million dol- candidates out of 203 total votes for the But Northampton County may be Halifax County – a small county lars) … I don’t think we can just Exmore town council. able to create a new revenue stream in southern Virginia that needed to brush the school project aside. Some- Of 948 registered voters from Cape that would allow it to sustain more raise at least $88 million to repair thing’s got to be done.” Charles, 345, or 36%, made their choic- debt. its high school – successfully com- The public meeting is expected es in the voting booth. Kolakowski noted Northampton is pleted the process last year. to be held in approximately two to Of 984 registered voters from Exmore, considering a one-cent sales tax that For Northampton, a one-cent three weeks and will be advertised 91, or just 9%, showed up at the polls. could generate up to $1.4 million in sales tax increase is roughly equiv- in advance as required by law.

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**Call Troy at 757-789-7678 or email [email protected] to celebrate your senior with an ad in the Eastern Shore Post.** 6 • Eastern Shore Post • May 22, 2020 ‘They’re Coming No Matter What’: Cape Charles Braces For Tourist Season Cape Charles bed-and-break- deemed inevitable. burden the Cape Charles Councilwoman Tammy Holloway medical center and the fasts businesses are open once said, “They’re coming no matter what.” Food Lion, which hasn’t again now that the town coun- The only way to keep visitors out of had toilet paper or disin- Cape Charles would be to block Route fectant in stock for two cil has lifted restrictions on 184 (Stone Road) and require drivers months, he said. short-term rentals to show proof of residence, she said. He acknowledged that Town Manager John Hozey agreed. visitors will come, even By Stefanie Jackson “The town has not been able to stop though he was “not sure The Cape Charles town council re- visitors to date. What we’ve done so far what they’re going to do scinded an ordinance last Thursday is slowed it down as best we could.” when they get here,” con- that had temporarily closed short- “We tried to make the town as un- sidering the closure of term rentals in an attempt to discour- inviting as possible to guests” by clos- public facilities. age visitors from coming to town and ing public facilities such as restrooms, “The reality is, is that potentially spreading COVID-19. parks, and the fishing pier, he said. the governor has opened The decision was made the day be- Public beaches were closed by exec- our businesses up at 50%,” fore Northampton County entered utive order of the governor. Holloway pointed out. Phase One of Forward Virginia, Gov. The town ordinance was difficult to According to the gover- Ralph Northam’s plan to gradually re- enforce, Hozey added. nor’s executive order 61, open the state as the coronavirus be- When rental owners were asked nonessential retail stores gins to show signs of decline. why they were welcoming guests will be permitted to oper- The council voted to rescind the or- during the temporary shutdown, they ate at 50% capacity, and dinance by a slim margin of 3-2, with said the guests were family members restaurants with outdoor some council members wanting to keep or the rental was long-term, he said. seating will be allowed short-term rentals closed for health Councilman Steve Bennett did not to offer 50% of their out- and safety reasons, and others want- agree with reopening short-term rent- door seating capacity to ing to prepare for arrivals that they als because additional visitors would guests. “I really feel strongly that it’s a public health issue that we don’t have Ocean East REALTY 6373 Maddox Blvd., one bathroom available, Chincoteague Island, VA and you know I’m against www.ChincoteagueOceanEast.com opening the one at the A sign notifies would-be beachgoers that the 1-866-406-3354 • 757-336-2222 Donna Jones Donna Parks Linda Budd Vicky Thornton beach because that sends beach is closed. Photo by Jim Ritch. completely the wrong message,” Holloway said. You can’t just pick and choose what’s “We’re telling people to wash their going to open and close like that. That’s hands and sanitize their hands and we not fair,” he said. MLS #51318 MLS #49040 have no environment (in) which to do Ordinance 20200416 was rescinded, Marsh Island Dr. Pearl Dr. Beautiful Waterfront views with Gorgeous sunsets from this s econd One of the few available lots located in the floor Condo unit. LR, K, BA and Enclosed Porch.I ncluded with this Oyster Bay 1 Community. This choice waterfront lot that,” she continued. effective immediately, with Councilman Condo is a Laundry Room area with washer and dryer, picnic area is .25 acre, with bulkhead 3 bedroom septic installed. with waterfront deck, and boat slips/dock usage. Picture your dream home here! Councilman Paul Grossman was Chris Bannon and Bennett voting “no.” $109,000 $215,000 concerned for the safety of the town The beach will remain closed except staff members who would clean the for fishing and exercise, according to bathroom and potentially be exposed the governor’s orders. to the coronavirus. In another matter, Holloway an- He agreed with opening a porta- nounced that Cape Charles Main MLS #51356A Wildcat Lane Lot #9 MLS #50200 ble restroom behind the library after Street received a $25,000 Northamp- Your vacation dream home could be on Mire Pond One Cathell Street this beautiful waterfront lot. 3.34 acre Great opportunity to own an island vacation home! This the town manager assured him staff ton County Tourism Infrastructure overlooking Chincoteague Bay. Three 3-in-1 package consists of: 2014 Wildwood travel trailer, would use all necessary personal pro- grant, which will be used to purchase This beautiful cottage has bedroom septic system installed. 1987 Fleetwood Prowler travel trailer, and 3/45’ x 40’ lots. Living Room, Kitchen, $250,000 $92,500 tective equipment while cleaning the a portable restroom. 2 Bedrooms, 1-1/2 Bath, unit. The trailer unit, which will fea- Screened Porch, Outside Happy Councilman Andy Buchholz re- ture running water and other ameni- Shower, Shed. Start your days minded his peers that nearby camp- ties, will be placed near the municipal grounds will be allowed to reopen with parking lot. with a relaxing cup of coffee MLS #51251A Memorial restrictions. The grant was funded by tran- on the screened porch. Holly Drive, Wallops Island Large .79 acre building lot, conveniently located near “To be fair to the business owners, sient occupancy taxes collected by entrance to NASA and 15 minutes to Chincoteague and $173,000 Assateague Islands. This property has a four bedroom we’ve got to keep everybody equal. Northampton’s hotels and other tem- septic certification letter on file Day $26,999 We’ve got to treat everybody the same. porary accommodations. May 22, 2020 • Eastern Shore Post • 7

EPA Might Be Sued for Failing to Enforce Clean Water Act Attorneys General of Vi­ rginia, an agreement for the EPA to develop ANSWER a provision called the Chesapeake Maryland, and Wa­ shington, Bay Total Maximum Daily Load, D.C, allege that in failing to which set out enforceable pollution THE CALL. require adequate pollution limits and two-year milestones for bay watershed states. ­reduction plans from New York The TMDL set limits for pollution and ­Pennsylvania, the EPA equating to a 25% reduction in nitrogen, a 24% reduction in phosphorus, and a did not fulfill Clean Air Act­ 20% reduction in sediment, with a 2025 ­r­­equirements to reduce ­pollution deadline, according to the CBF website. in the Chesapeake Bay The parties intend to sue the EPA “for failing to ensure that the Com- By Carol Vaughn monwealth of Pennsylvania and State The Attorneys General of Mary- of New York develop Phase III Wa- land, Virginia, and the District of tershed Implementation Plans that Columbia, and the Chesapeake Bay achieve and maintain the nutrient Foundation Monday filed notices of in- reductions required of those states to tent to sue the Environmental Protec- meet the Chesapeake Bay Total Maxi- tion Agency for failing to enforce the mum Daily Load,” according to the no- Clean Water Act. tice filed by the attorneys general. The parties say the EPA has failed According to an EPA analysis, Penn- to fulfill Clean Water Act require- sylvania’s Phase III plan would meet ments to reduce pollution throughout just 75% of its reduction target and the 64,000-square-mile bay watershed New York’s plan would only meet 64% by not requiring Pennsylvania and of its reduction target, the notice says. New York to develop pollution reduc- An analysis by the CBF found eco- tion plans in accordance with the Ches- nomic benefits in the Chesapeake Bay apeake Clean Water Blueprint — in watershed will total $130 billion an- which six states and Washington, ­­­­D.C., nually when the blueprint is fully im- agreed to develop individual plans and plemented — an increase of $22 billion milestones to achieve limits on pollution per year over the amount in 2009, be- entering the bay by 2025. fore the blueprint was developed. “Protecting and restoring the Chesa- Filing a notice of intent is a legal re- peake Bay requires a comprehensive ef- quirement of the Clean Water Act and fort by each of the watershed states as is the first step toward litigation. EPA well as the EPA,” said Virginia Attorney has 60 days to resolve concerns before In emergencies, the Eastern Shore depends on the General Mark Herring, adding, “As the the parties file a lawsuit. administrator of the Chesapeake Bay “EPA has failed to uphold its Clean commitment and bravery of its citizens to take Agreement, the EPA must treat each of Water Act responsibilities. It has failed the partners equally and make sure ev- to implement the Chesapeake Clean care of their own. We need volunteers like you to ery state is pulling its weight and up- Water Blueprint. This has been ongo- holding its portion of the agreement, ing for years, well before the COVID-19 join Community Fire Company. Respond to the call. but instead, the Trump EPA simply pandemic, and the damage done will rubber-stamped plans that are plainly last far beyond the pandemic,” said FIGHT FOR YOUR COMMUNITY. inadequate. I hope we are able to come CBF President William C. Baker. to an understanding that is beneficial “Ensuring the implementation of for all parties, while keeping the health the Blueprint has been CBF’s top pri- of the Bay at the forefront.” ority for over 10 years. It is essen- VOLUNTEER NOW The blueprint was developed af- tial the courts hold EPA accountable. ter the Chesapeake Bay Foundation There is no doubt that if Pennsylvania ExmoreFire.com and co-plaintiffs settled a lawsuit and New York fail to do their fair share against the EPA in 2010, including the Bay will never be saved,” he said. 8 • Eastern Shore Post • May 22, 2020

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By Carol Vaughn with professional services firm Onancock’s new town manager is CliftonLarsonAllen. a familiar face, after a search that at- During a 30-year career, he previ- tracted more than 20 applicants. ously held positions as vice president Matthew Spuck, who owns and op- of finance at the Big Sister Association erates The Inn at Onancock with his of Greater Boston; practice manager - wife, Kim Moore, will begin work Ju- business intelligence at JMT Consult- To all of our associates caring for our ly 1. He signed a three-year contract, ing Group in the greater Boston area; Mayor Fletcher Fosque said at a town and finance officer for Diploma Plus residents - you are our heroes. council meeting last week. Inc., among others. The town hired a consultant to as- He also served on the board of a sist with the search, after former Town large suburban school system in west- Thank you for all the sacrifices you are making to Manager Bill Kerbin resigned to take ern New York for five years. ensure our residents are safe. a position in Vermont. Spuck earned a bachelor’s degree in Spuck resigned from his seat on the accounting from Quinnipiac Universi- Onancock Town Council before being ty in 1988. named town manager. “Matt plans to use his experience Spuck was appointed to fill Josh to lead Onancock in future negoti- Commonwealth Bundick’s term on the council in April ations with HRSD (the Hampton 2019, after Bundick resigned. Spuck Roads Sanitation District), to facil- SENIOR LIVING at THE EASTERN SHORE ran for a seat on the council in 2018 itate strategic planning and to im- but was not elected. plement subsequent action plans Welcome Home Spuck has been a member of the reasonably tied to the resources of town’s Sewer Line Transmisison the Town. He also intends to secure Study Committee, the Onancock Plan- non-tax related funding for eco- Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care ning Commission, and the Onancock nomic development and Onancock’s Business and Civic Association, ac- Main Street Initiative, with a goal cording to a press release. to fill empty storefronts and to bring 23610 North Street, Onancock, VA | 757-655-7783 He and his wife moved from Boston an increased vibrancy to the town,” to Onancock in 2016. according to the release. In addition to operating the Spuck can be reached via email at www.CommonwealthSL.com inn, Spuck works as a consultant [email protected] May 22, 2020 • Eastern Shore Post • 9

Accomack Schools Budget Outlook Improves By Stefanie Jackson Elementary sewer project, and Tangier Accomack County Public Schools’ fi- Combined School’s steps and ramp. nancial outlook has appeared to im- Onley also wants to set aside $250,000 prove since about two weeks ago, when for the food service department. Accomack Finance Director Beth Onley announced schools’ food service program will receive that the fiscal year 2021 budget could ex- no additional revenue this year, and the perience a shortfall of up to $1.6 million. free meals provided since schools closed Multiple revenue losses were pre- were not reimbursed at the standard rate dicted due to the economic impacts of by the federal government. COVID-19, but the FY 2020 budget will Food supplies must be replenished before have a surplus, Onley said, “because students return to school, assuming class- essentially we stopped operating on es resume in the fall, and meal reimburse- March 13,” when schools were closed in ments will not resume until mid-October. response to the coronavirus pandemic. After the expenditures are made, Ac- As of March 19, there was nearly $3.8 comack schools will be left with a budget million left in the FY 2020 operating budget. surplus of about $1.5 million for FY 2020. That doesn’t mean the school division The school division is normally allowed has that much to spend, because revenue to end the school year with a budget sur- for the current school year is expected to plus of less than 1.25%, which would equal decrease $507,000. That includes a sales less than $700,000 in FY 2020. tax revenue loss of $405,000. Onley will ask Accomack supervisors Dodging Waves Is Exercise, Right? “We really won’t know how much for a waiver that will allow the school Quinn Price, 7, left, and his brother, Larry, 4, of Wallingford, Pa., that is going to plunge until May 31 division to carry forward the remaining dodge the waves at Kiptopeke State Park Wednesday. Swimming — as posting,” Onley said. $1.5 million into the next fiscal year. exercise — is permitted in the park, along with fishing and walking. But some one-time expenditures No decision has been made yet about how Restrictions remain on other activities. For more on how COVID-19 that were planned for next year will be to spend the $1.7 million Accomack schools has changed the way we dine, exercise, and pray, see Page 30. made this year, including funding for will receive from the CARES Act (Coronavi- Photo by Jim Ritch. school buses, textbooks, the Metompkin rus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act).

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Accomack County is ­considering The amount to go to the towns, In a separate funding stream, the Other allowable uses of the mon- again based on population, is near- county already has provided infor- ey include to pay for COVID-19 test- using part of its portion of $2.8 ly $780,000. That will be distributed mation to FEMA regarding around ing; to cover emergency medical re- million in coronavirus relief on a reimbursement basis because $48,000 in pandemic-related costs in- sponse expenses related to the pan- the county is responsible for comply- curred which potentially are 75% re- demic; to pay for costs to buy and aid from FEMA, which it must ing with the terms of the grant. imbursable under FEMA rules, Lind- distribute medical and protective share with incorporated towns, The money must be spent for pan- sey said. supplies; expenses for quarantining demic-related expenses and can not Supervisor Billy Joe Tarr said people; expenses to deliver food to to help small businesses affected be used to make up for lost revenue. small business grants will be im- residents; and expenses to enable by COVID-19 All the money must be spent by portant to Chincoteague, saying the teleworking for public employees, Dec. 31. pandemic “has devastated this small among others. By Carol Vaughn Lindsey and County Administra- town,” which he said “is pretty much The board also voted to waive, for Accomack County will hold a pub- tor Michael Mason did not immedi- the golden egg of the county.” this year only, the fiscal policy al- lic hearing in June to appropriate ately make specific recommendations “If they don’t get some kind of lowing for fund balance contingen- around $2.8 million coming to the on how to use the money, saying the grant, they’re not going to reopen — cy in the public school fund to not county as result of the federal Coro- county had received the information they’re done,” he said. exceed 1.25% of school operating navirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Se- only recently. The guidelines the county received expenditures. curity (CARES) Act. One likely use will be grants to last week did not specify the defini- “I support the request; we are in The county should receive the small businesses impacted by the tion of a small business, Mason said. uncharted waters now,” said Supervi- money around June 1, according to pandemic. He has asked Deputy Administra- sor Robert Crockett. Margaret Lindsey, director of finance. “We are very aware that is avail- tor Rich Morrison to begin to devel- Supervisor Ron Wolff agreed, but The amount is based on popula- able and allowable,” Lindsey said. op guidelines for a county small busi- said he hopes the school board will tion and must be shared with incor- Towns will be given the same guide- ness grants assistance program. decide to forgo employee pay rais- porated towns in the country, she lines, and may, if they choose to, pro- “That’s where we are going to go es this year, as the county did for its said. vide grants to businesses in towns. with some of these funds,” Mason said. employees.

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Jeffrey Douglas Coffey Carey; his brother, Jonathan D. Coffey; Peggy Ann Lewis Obituaries Mr. Jeffrey Douglas “Jeff” Cof- and his father, Marion Douglas Coffey. Mrs. Peggy Ann Lewis, 75, beloved fey, 54, passed away peacefully on Family and friends will gather to cel- wife of the late Bobby Wayne Lewis Stella Ann Bowden Monday, May 18, 2020, at the home of ebrate Jeff’s life once circumstances sur- and native of Deep Creek, passed away Mrs. Stella Ann Lescallette his cousin and guardian angel, Amy rounding the current health crisis permit. Monday, May 18, 2020, at Riverside Bowden, 68, beloved wife of Wilbur Porter Leighton. Born Nov. 28, 1965, in Jeff’s heart may have failed to keep Shore Memorial Hospital in Onancock. Lewis Bowden and a resident of Cap- Salisbury, Md., he was the loving and him here with us, but his legacy of giving Born July 13, 1944, in Urbana, Va., tain’s Cove, passed away peacefully on devoted son of the late Susan Porter can continue should you choose to donate, she was a daughter of the late Louis Friday, May 15, 2020, surrounded by Taylor and grandson of the late John in his memory, to the Onancock Elks Crockett and the late Ella Dize Crockett. her loving family. Born April 2, 1952, and Juanita Porter. Lodge, P.O. Box 219, Accomac, VA 23301. Peggy was a devoted wife, mother, she was a daughter of the late Walter For those who Memory tributes may be shared with the grandmother, and Clifton Lescallette and the late Della had the great plea- family at www.williamsfuneralhomes.com sister and always Ann Greene Lescallette. sure of experienc- Arrangements were made by the put family first. Ann was a ing the genuine Williams-Parksley Funeral Home. She rarely missed longtime member love, compassion, the opportunity of Union United and loyalty that Betty Lou Dunton to play bingo, a Methodist Church was Jeff Coffey, Mrs. Betty Lou Jordan Dunton, game she and her and a devoted they know how in- of Onancock, died Wednesday, May 13, twin sister en- member and past credibly lucky they 2020. She was born Aug. 21, 1935, in joyed together. In president of the were. As territory Mr. Coffey Staunton, Va., to Emory Clarence Jor- her younger years, Mrs. Lewis North Accomack manager for E&C dan and Virginia Mae Carey Jordan. Peggy played soft- Ruritan Club. Her Enterprises, he was committed to his She was a graduate of Robert E. Lee ball and raced cars, and she was espe- career as friend- duty to ensure operations ran smooth- High School in Staunton and Mary cially proud to have taken the Powder Mrs. Bowden ship coordinator ly in each of his Corner Mart stores Washington College, received her mas- Puff title, driving the 007 car for the win, for Hecht’s Department Store fit Ann’s throughout the Shore. You could often ter’s degree in education from Old Do- at the old A&N Speedway in Tasley. personality perfectly, as she was well find Jeff, surrounded by friends and lots minion Univer- Peggy is survived by her daugh- known for her positive attitude, ability of laughter, at the Onancock Elks Lodge sity, and taught ters, Ronda Bennett of Deep Creek, to bring people together, and expertise in #1766, where he was a longtime mem- school for more and Michelle L. Donahoe, of Saxis; celebrating their accomplishments. She ber and faithful volunteer. Jeff spent a than 30 years in grandchildren, Heather, Britany, Jes- was also a professional photographer lot of time camping with friends and Accomack County. sica, Patrick, and Kassidy; and several who enjoyed celebrating with friends family at Tall Pines Campground and Betty is sur- great-grandchildren, nieces, and neph- and family through events, large and always looked forward to “Sunday Fun vived by her hus- ews. In addition to her husband and small. On Dec. 11, 1970, Ann married Days,” especially when his Baltimore band of 62 years, parents, she was predeceased by her her soulmate and best friend at the age Ravens were playing. He enjoyed cook- Ridgway Moore sisters, Evelyn Carpenter and Eldora of 18. She and Wilbur shared a beauti- ing, working in his flower beds, relax- Dunton; their Mrs. Dunton Hunt; twin sister, Joanne Dix; and ful and blessed life together and nothing ing on his back deck, and along with three daugh- brother, Lewis Lynwood Crockett. brought her more happiness than her being the life of every party, he loved ters, Rachel Wills (William), Virginia Funeral services will be private. family and those she considered family. organizing and decorating a good time Donaldson (Andrew), and Margaret The family requests contributions In addition to her husband, she is sur- for all. No matter where Jeff was, he al- Bourne (Robert); four grandchildren, be made to Williams Funeral Home, vived by their daughters, Elizabeth Ann ways brought light and love with him, Benjamin Wills (Meghan), Jordan P.O. Box 218, Onancock, VA, 23421, to Coulthard and her husband, James, and and his presence will, undoubtedly, be Wills Sligh (Wesley), Virginia “Ginny” assist with final expenses. their children, Victoria Ann Coulthard greatly missed. Donaldson, and Andrew “Ridgway” Memory tributes may be shared with the and James Walter-Lewis Coulthard, and Jeff is survived by his stepfather, Donaldson; three great-grandchildren, family at www.williamsfuneralhomes.com Christina Ann McQuaid and her hus- Jimmy Taylor, of Temperanceville; sister, William and Virginia Sligh and Kath- Arrangements were made by the band, Roderick, and their children, Kait- Jami A. Dizon, and husband, Jude “JR,” erine Wills. She also is survived by her Williams-Onancock Funeral Home. lyn Sue Ellen Ann McQuaid and Roder- of Richmond, Va.; sister-in-law, Amy Cof- brother, William Russell Jordan (Hel- ick Lewis Xavier McQuaid, all of whom fey, of Parsonsburg, Md.; cousin, Amy en); her brother-in-law, John Van Ness Nora Ann Lipscomb reside in Captain’s Cove; her sister, Nan- Porter Leighton, and husband, Roland, Dunton (Hope); three nephews, Ste- Mrs. Nora Ann Lipscomb, 88, wife cy Sue Lescallette, of Fleetwood, Pa.; and of Craddockville; uncle, Johnny Porter, phen Jordan (Nancy) and Mark Jordan of the late William F. Lipscomb, and a several cousins, nieces, and nephews. of Bloxom; stepsisters, Ellen Taylor, of and Charles Dunton (Joan); and two longtime resident of Marionville, passed A private graveside service was held Greenbackville, and Amy Wilson, of Pitts- nieces, Elizabeth and Rebecca Dunton. away Tuesday, May 12, 2020, at her at the Union Greenbackville Cemetery. ville, Md.; nieces and nephews, Drew and Funeral services will be private. home in Heritage Hall-Nassawadox. Contributions in Ann’s memory may Ethan Coffey, Zoe Dizon, Kristen Taylor, For those who might be considering She was born Nov. 3, 1931, in Bird- be made to Riverside Shore Hospice, and Carrie and Justin Wilson; best friend, a memorial donation, the Foodbank of snest. She was the daughter of Burley P.O. Box 430, Onancock, VA 23417, for Steve Kolbush; his furbabies, Winifred the Eastern Shore, P.O. Box 518, Onley, S. and Annie Katherine East Carpenter. the loving care they provide every day. and Rabbit; and countless friends, all of VA 23418, is suggested. She was a hard working domestic engi- Memory tributes may be shared with the whom adored him as he did them. In ad- Memory tributes may be shared with the neer and took great pride working for family at www.williamsfuneralhomes.com dition to his mother, he was predeceased family at www.williamsfuneralhomes.com Franktown United Methodist Church Arrangements were made by the by the love of his life and partner of more Arrangements were made by the for many years. She retired in 2019 Williams-Parksley Funeral Home. than 20 years, Eugene Stephen “Gene” Williams-Onancock Funeral Home. and began her new journey shortly af- May 22, 2020 • Eastern Shore Post • 13 ter, meeting her new friend, Mary Is- vid Linton. A very important member as president of the Eastern Shore Jay- nessmen’s Association. dell, with whom she shared a room at of the family is Kokomo, an English cees and chair of the Eastern Shore of David Parker lived a life of faith and Heritage Hall. They looked out for each Labrador retriever. Virginia Chapter of Ducks Unlimited. amazing community contributions. other and were never separated. Thank Other survivors include his brother, Later he served on the board of direc- Out of health considerations, a private you, Mary, for your kindness. George T. Parker, and his wife, Vicki, tors of the Barrier Islands Center, the funeral service was held at Fairview Survivors include her daughter, and their children, Sophie E. Parker board of directors of the United Way of Lawn Cemetery in Onancock, conduct- Kathy Merritt; adopted daughter, Bet- and Charles (Chad) Parker and his Virginia’s Eastern Shore, and as presi- ed by the Rev. Jim Canody. A celebra- ty Ann Perry; a wife, Amy. dent of both the Eastern Shore Yacht tion of life will be held at a later date granddaughter, David Parker was the son of Anne & Country Club and the Onancock Ro- and when circumstances permit. Michelle Mer- Elizabeth McMath Parker Ewell and tary Club. Memorial contributions may be ritt Gulledge, and David Augustus Parker and the step- Known for giving tirelessly and un- made to Riverside Shore Cancer Cen- boyfriend, Manny son of Claude R. Ewell. selfishly of his time, he was elected to ter at P.O. Box 430, Onancock, VA O’Neal; a great- Throughout a long business career, the board of directors of the Eastern 23417; Broadwater Academy at P.O. granddaughter, David Parker contributed to the com- Shore Community College Foundation Box 546, Exmore, VA 23350; or the On- Jena Lee Gulledge; munity and to the state in a meaningful at the time it was established and he ley United Methodist Church at P.O. a great-grandson, way. After serving as editor of the East- soon was elected its president. In the Box 98, Onley, VA 23418. Evan Marshall ern Shore News, he became vice presi- area of education, he also served as a Memory tributes may be shared with the Gulledge; two sis- Mrs. Lipscomb dent of Atlantic Publications, which member of the board of Broadwater family at www.williamsfuneralhomes.com ters, including Hattie Louise Powell; published papers in a five-state area. Academy. Arrangements were made by the and several nieces and nephews, in- During this time, he became active in Healthcare became another inter- Williams-Onancock Funeral Home. cluding Robert Powell (Dru) and Teresa the Virginia Press Association, serving est with his serving as chair of the Colleran (Kenny). as state chair of the Old Dominion Ad- successful campaign to raise funds for Norbert Rosemary Kathy and family would like to vertising Conference. He was elected to the cancer center in Nassawadox. He Mr. Norbert William Rosemary, thank and acknowledge Lori Hook, the association’s board and then served became a member of the board of direc- 97, husband of the late Mae Evelyn Debbie Robbins Padgett, and all per- as president of the association, with its tors of Shore Lifecare in Parksley and Rosemary and a resident of Cape sonnel at Heritage Hall for taking care membership including the daily and served as chair of its board. At the time Charles, passed away Monday, May 4, of Nora under this most difficult time. weekly publications in the state. of his passing, he was a member of the 2020, at his residence. A native of Bal- To honor Nora’s wishes, no public David Parker’s interest in business board of directors of Shore Health Ser- timore, Md., he was the son of the late service will be held. and a growing economy was exemplified vices, which operates Riverside Shore Casimir John Rosemary and the late In lieu of flowers, memorial con- by his service for 12 years as a member Memorial Hospital. Agnes Anna Tribull Rosemary. He was tributions may be made to Red Bank of the board of the Eastern Shore of Vir- Among a life filled with contribu- a retired HVAC sheet metal worker Baptist Church, P.O. Box 932, Nassaw- ginia Chamber of Commerce, and he be- tions, David Parker served on the town and member of St. adox, VA 23413. came president of that organization. He council and then as mayor of the Town Charles Catholic Memory tributes may be shared with took a leadership role in establishing of Onley. Church. the family at www.foxfuneralhomes.com the Harvest Festival, which was a pop- Time was made for recreation with He is survived Arrangements were made by Fox ular event that attracted thousands of his wife, having season tickets for the by a brother, Robert Funeral Home, Temperanceville. participants. In recognition of his vision University of Virginia football games. Rosemary, of Har- and leadership ability, he was named The institution’s basketball games rington, Del.; and David McMath Parker executive vice president of the cham- were nearly always watched on televi- numerous nieces Mr. David McMath Parker, 76, ber and executive director of Virginia’s sion and when the Masters was being and nephews. who one year was honored by being Eastern Shore Tourism Commission. played, nothing would interrupt his He was prede- Mr. Rosemary named the Eastern Shore’s Outstand- He was elected to the board of directors enjoyment of those tournaments. Fish- ceased by eight ing Citizen, passed away Thursday of the Virginia State Chamber of Com- ing and golfing were favorites. siblings, Anna Rosemary Yoor, Charles morning, May 14, 2020. He was a de- merce and served as chairman of its Contributions to the Eastern Shore Rosemary, Edward Rosemary, Amelia voted family man who was recognized tourism committee. With such a strong and enhancement of life on the East- Rosemary, Urban Rosemary, James as a community and business leader in background in business and tourism, ern Shore have been documented but Rosemary, Gertrude Rosemary, and the two counties of his home area, as it is not surprising that he purchased there also have been substantial con- Lorraine Rosemary Riley. well as throughout the commonwealth and operated the Comfort Inn in Onley. tributions to religion with faith be- Due to the current situation with the of Virginia. In the meantime, recognizing his great ing an important part of his life. As a COVID-19 virus, a funeral mass and in- David Parker organizational ability, he was asked to member of the Onley United Method- urnment in St. Charles Borromeo Me- and his loving serve as the first executive director of ist Church, he served on its board of morial Columbarium will be held at a wife of 54 years, the Eastern Shore of Virginia Commu- trustees and as chairperson of both later date. Flowers will be accepted or Mary Esther Tay- nity Foundation. the finance committee and the Meth- memorials may be made to St. Charles lor Parker, resid- Congeniality and kindness were a odist Men’s Club. For two years, he Catholic Church, 545 Randolph Ave., ed in Onley. He part of David Parker’s style of lead- was chair of the church’s administra- Cape Charles, VA 23310. also is survived ership. His detailed planning and ex- tive council. He also served as chair of Online condolences may be sent to the by their daugh- ecution of those plans resulted in suc- the finance committee of the Eastern family at www.doughtyfuneralhome.com ter, Kristin P. Lin- cessful operations in every project he Shore District of the United Methodist Arrangements were made by Mr. Parker ton, son-in-law, N. undertook and every organization he Church. In addition, he was president Wilkins-Doughty Funeral Home in Kevin Linton, and grandson, Kyle Da- led. Early in his adult life he served of the Eastern Shore Christian Busi- Cape Charles. 14 • Eastern Shore Post • May 22, 2020

Black Voters Matter Holds COVID-19 Health Briefing for Shore Workers

yer, Black Voters Matter national field 15.5%, were Hispanic or Latino. this virus and dying more often from The forum addressed thedirector, said was held “to talk about Race was not reported for 108 cases it,” Jones said, adding, “…But the fact ­disproportionate effects ofthe truth about COVID-19.” and ethnicity was not reported for 95. that we saw this virus coming to zone COVID-19 on minority They were joined by local RN Statewide, around 23% of cases and in on black and brown people, where James Abbott; Dr. Camara Jones, an 24% of deaths from COVID-19 were we are getting infected at least twice ­populations, ways to protect epidemiologist and medical anthro- among African Americans, Virginia as much as white people, and we are oneself against the virus, and pologist; and Clayola Brown, presi- Health Commissioner Dr. Norm Oliver dying at least three times as often — dent of the A. Philip Randolph Insti- said Monday. that shows that opportunity and expo- gave essential workers a forum tute, an AFL-CIO union constituency Of 58 Shore residents hospitalized, sure are not equally distributed in this for sharing their experiences group; along with local advocates and 43 were Black or African American, country, and it’s really just pulling the working on the front line poultry workers and a nurse affected and five were Hispanic or Latino. sheets off of racism.” by the pandemic. Of 27 Shore residents who have African Americans are not genet- “The people who are actually work- died, 14 were Black or African Amer- ically more susceptible to the virus, By Carol Vaughn ing in those same plants with you, they ican, and three were Hispanic or Lati- “but we are more exposed,” including Black Voters Matter Fund, a na- are the ones who organized this…to no. Thirteen women and 14 men have in poultry plants and other essential tional nonprofit organization that ad- make sure that everyone that they are died of COVID-19 on the Shore to date. businesses as well as prisons, Jones vocates for voter engagement, held a on the line with every day…that all of Dr. Jones called the pandemic “dead- said. community health briefing May 12 for you all have the correct information to ly serious.” “The best defense right now is to not black workers on the Eastern Shore, in keep you, your community, and your “If opportunity were equally dis- get in the way of the virus,” she said, the face of a disproportionate percent- family safe from COVID-19 — and so tributed across the planet, or at least urging people to stay home if possi- age of COVID-19 cases, hospitaliza- that you know your rights as a work- in this country, and if exposure to ble, and to wash hands frequently and tions, and deaths among the Shore’s er,” Sawyer said, adding, “…There are risk were evenly distributed across practice social distancing, and wear a African American residents. a lot of brave voices on this call.” the planet, or at least in this county, mask if you must go out. LaTosha Brown, who helped found Of 915 cases on the Eastern Shore there should have been no way that “What we really need is for this gov- the organization in 2017, moderated as of Thursday 540 — 59% — were we could divide up the population ernment to make it feasible for as ma- the virtual meeting, which Tami Saw- Black or African American, and 142, or and see any one group getting more of ny people as possible to stay at home,”

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Jones said. she said. Jones said some workplaces’ poli- A Perdue worker who lost a close cy of telling workers who test positive friend to the virus called for the plant to return after five days off without to close for two weeks, saying, “Taking symptoms is not safe. a temperature is not going to detect an “We don’t even know if the 14 days asymptomatic person.” recommended by the CDC is safe, but “It’s just impossible to keep social the CDC has recommended 14 days… distance in a chicken plant,” she said. We certainly know that five days is not She has not been back to work since enough,” she said. her friend died. Abbott recommended purchasing A single mother who works at the a pulse oximeter to measure oxygen Tyson plant also spoke. levels. “When I first heard of this COVID People coming to the Shore’s hospi- outbreak…I honestly didn’t think too tal “are coming too late…Their symp- much of it, because this place is small; toms are just horrible,” he said. I really didn’t expect for the worst to COVID-19 patients at the hospital come,” she said. “vary from young to old; we’ve had a Then she started hearing about peo- steady average of 10 to 12 people,” he ple she knew testing positive, and a said. cousin and a childhood friend died. Clayola Brown said workers “feel “I’m not blaming Tyson…I just wish like your only choice is, are you going more safety precautions were taken to work or are you going to eat.” faster, before it took for all these cas- “Common sense is what we are ask- es to start being reported positive,” she ing for, and dignity and respect. We do said. not want to go into a modern-day plan- Because her mother has a chronic tation time situation,” she said. condition, “I feel like I’m putting her Brown said the amount of COVID-19 more at risk the more I go to work.” illness among African Americans “is A nurse at a local nursing home, not a surprise to us, because the depri- who recently was fired, also spoke. vations from our communities, we have She said she spoke to her manager been screaming about that for years with concerns about a recently hired and years and years — and when the nurse who came from Heritage Hall, community is deprived, you are going where there is a COVID-19 outbreak. to get sick.” “She had not been tested. I asked if With social distancing not possible they had made her wait 14 days; they in some workplaces, “the risk is high; had not had her wait the 14 days be- the choices are difficult,” Brown said. fore entering our facility. Then my fight Even without a labor union, Virgin- began,” she said. She asked supervi- ia workers have access to “control fac- sors not to let the new person work un- tors that will protect you as a human til she was tested, but the person was being and as a citizen of the United allowed to continue working, she said. States,” including OSHA — although She said it was not until April 27 Brown described the agency’s current employees got N95 masks, and not un- leader as “draconian.” til May 4 they received isolation gowns. Still, OSHA is publicly funded “and On May 4, employees were told the they have to hear your complaint,” she new hire had tested positive, and on said. May 6, they were told a patient had The Centers for Medicare and Med- tested positive. icaid Services is another federal agen- “It was directly linked to them al- cy obligated to respond to complaints. lowing this nurse that came in from “That’s an avenue the people can go Heritage Hall,” the nurse said, alleging to,” Brown said. she was fired for speaking out.

She urged African Americans to de- Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax has proposed facebook.com/ velop a relationship with their repre- creating a statewide COVID-19 Racial sentatives in Congress. Disparities Task Force to focus on ra- “There’s not a lot of them talking cial disparities in case numbers and up for us who are worker people these outcomes in Virginia. days; we’ve got to make our own noise,” (Continued on Page 16)

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Health Briefing Act to keep meat processing plants The letter urged Trump to make The coalition also asked the General ~ ~ open during the pandemic. guidelines for protective measures and Assembly to enact legislation expand- (Continued From Page 15) “If President Trump is going to force safe working conditions in plants man- ing the federal Families First Coro- poultry and meat processing plant em- datory — including isolation and quar- navirus Response Act to include paid African Americans make up around ployees to continue working in these antine of COVID-19 positive workers leave for employers with more than 19% of Virginia’s population, but 25.5% dangerous conditions then he must with full pay, among other measures. 500 employees, including poultry and percent of COVID-19 cases. Latinos also implement critical safety mea- A coalition including the Legal Aid meat packing plants. make up 8.3% of the population, but sures to prevent them from getting Justice Center, Virginia Organizing, Perdue Farms has been reaching 38.8% of COVID-19 cases, Fairfax said in sick,” Herring said in a press release. and Community Solidarity for Poultry out beyond employees to the communi- a May 12 letter to Gov. Ralph Northam. “Meat and poultry processing Workers earlier this month called on ties surrounding its plants. Fairfax said similar task forces have plants, including those on Virginia’s Gov. Ralph Northam and state agen- The company hosted virtual town been created in Michigan and other Eastern Shore, have become hotbeds cies to enact enforceable, COVID-19 hall-style webinars in more than 15 states. for coronavirus and it is just wrong specific, measures to protect poultry communities where it has produc- Attorney General Mark Herring to have anyone working in these con- plant workers and farmworkers in tion operations, including Accomac, joined a coalition of 20 attorneys gener- ditions without proactively making Virginia. with the goal of furthering ongoing al to send a letter to President Trump, sure that all necessary safeguards “There is an emergency within an dialogue regarding COVID-19 with calling for him to take action to ensure are put in place to keep them protect- emergency at poultry plants and meat- community leaders including pastors, the health of meat and poultry process- ed from infection. These are human packing facilities throughout the Com- healthcare professionals, elected offi- ing plant workers. beings working in these plants not monwealth,” said Jason Yarashes, lead cials, civic organizations, and more. Trump signed an executive order in machines and they must be treated attorney and program coordinator at “The health and safety of our as- April invoking the Defense Production better,” he said. the Legal Aid Justice Center. sociates is our number one priority. We have a long history of supporting our associates and the communities The Eastern Shore Post is online where we work and live, and remain dedicated to doing everything we can and you never have to pay to read our articles! to safeguard them during COVID-19 and beyond,” said Tracy Morris, vice www.easternshorepost.com president of human resources at Per- due, in a May 15 press release.

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and 207 or 24% of COVID-19 deaths “They’re local leaders. They know Friday, May 15: Most of Virginia Moves into Phase I; in Virginia. that area better than certainly Hispanic community members ac- anybody else, and I granted their Accomack Remains Under Severest Restrictions counted for 8,466 or 44% of coronavi- request.” rus cases and 76 or 10% of COVID-19 He did not favor granting such a By Stefanie Jackson companies this April, compared to deaths in Virginia. request to one part of a county or an Gov. Ralph Northam turned his 540,000 payments received last April. Northam commented on the Acco- individual town. “It would just get attention to the economic impact of Layne also provided an update mack County Board of Supervisors totally out of hand,” Northam said. COVID-19 while speaking during a on approximately $6 billion in and the city of Richmond, Va., re- “While I’m sure the decisions that press conference Friday, May 15, as COVID-19-related stimulus funds questing to follow Northern Virginia I make are difficult for some individ- Forward Virginia Phase One took Virginia has received, including $3.1 in delaying Phase One of re-opening uals to understand, we have tried to effect in most of the state, allowing billion from the CARES Act (Corona- in their respective localities. be consistent, we’ve tried to be fair.” some businesses to reopen following virus Aid, Relief, and Economic Se- a 14-day slowing of the spread of the curity Act). Monday, May 18: Governor Creates Education coronavirus. About $650 million of the stimu- Accomack was among those areas lus funds will be distributed by June Work Group, Opens Va. Beach Beaches the governor granted permission to 1 to localities for costs directly relat- delay partial reopening. ed to COVID-19, Layne said. By Carol Vaughn “Now, our schools, from early child- “Our primary concern through- The state has also designated Gov. Ralph Northam in a briefing hood education to higher education, out this situation has been public around $121 million for the Virginia Monday announced the creation of a are looking toward the fall.” health. We also recognize that has Department of Emergency Manage- work group to help chart the path for- The group, which held its first meet- major implications on everyone who ment for PPE (personal protective ward for Virginia schools during and ing April 23, is meeting regularly with is not working, and for our state equipment) and $42.3 million for after the COVID-19 pandemic. public health officials and “will be lay- budget,” Northam said. COVID-19 testing. The group includes representatives ing out specific next steps over the com- Virginia tax revenue was down Northam clarified that about from public and private schools and ing weeks,” Northam said. about $700 million in April, a de- 15,000 of the 184,000 coronavirus colleges, among other education spe- Its steering committee includes Sec- crease of 26%, and that loss is ex- tests given in Virginia since Febru- cialists, ranging from early childhood retary of Education Atif Qarni, chair- pected to reach $1 billion by the end ary were antibody tests, accounting through higher education. man; State Superintendent of Public of June, he said. for roughly 9% of all COVID-19-re- “We were the first state to close our Instruction James Lane; Deputy Sec- Virginia Secretary of Finance Au- lated testing in the state. K-12 schools through the end of the retary of Education for Higher Edu- brey Layne said “economic activi- Virginia has a 15% positivi- year, and that has proven to be the cation and Museums Fran Bradford; ty held up well” in April despite the ty rate for nasal-swab COVID-19 right decision,” Northam said, adding, and Peter Blake, director of the State $700 million revenue loss. tests, which test for the active virus. About 80% of Virginia’s tax reve- There is a 13.4% positivity rate for nues come from payroll withholding, nasal-swab tests and antibody tests Walmart Offers COVID-19 Testing which was up 4% in April, “meaning combined. that we had quite a few businesses The results of the two types of still operating and paying their em- tests will be kept separate going for- ployees,” he continued. ward, Northam said. Walmart in Onley is now offering COVID-19 testing Mondays Layne attributed the gain to an As of April 21, Virginia had 58 (except Memorial Day), Wednesdays, and Fridays, from 7 a.m. economy that was strong before the testing sites for COVID-19, but as of until 9 a.m. pandemic, as well as shipyards that May 14, it has 215 testing sites, with have remained open. 52 more to be added soon, he said. About 20% of Virginia tax rev- Virginia Health Commission- Criteria for Testing: CDC and VDH Criteria, including first re- enues are from sales taxes, which er Norman Oliver reported that held steady in April as spending de- COVID-19 contact tracing is “ramp- sponders, health care providers, and others with symptoms of creased in stores and restaurants ing up” and more than 4,000 individ- COVID-19, and those in high risk groups without symptoms. but increased for online shopping, uals have applied for jobs as contact grocery stores, and Virginia ABC tracers. stores. As of May 15, Virginia had 28,672 Those interested in being tested need to visit: Most of the April tax revenue cases of coronavirus, including 859 www.DoINeedaCOVID19test.com to see if they are eligible drops were due to extending the new cases. There were 22 more coro- state tax payment deadline from navirus deaths, bringing the death for testing and to make an appointment. May 1 to June 1, Layne said. toll to 977 in the state. Virginia received about 260,000 African Americans accounted for Insurance Information: There is no out-of-pocket cost for testing. tax payments from individuals and 4,586 or 23% of coronavirus cases May 22, 2020 • Eastern Shore Post • 21

Council of Higher Education for Vir- ginia, along with around three dozen members. Poultry Plant Testing Results Made Public The COVID-19 Education Work Group will make recommendations By Carol Vaughn Additionally, some employees the release. about issues schools need to address The Eastern Shore Health Dis- tested do not live in Virginia. The Eastern Shore Health Dis- before they can reopen safely, and trict announced initial results of a As of May 15, around 85 of the 510 trict has a public information tele- then will focus on long-term recovery public testing event and testing at positive results were reflected in the phone number, 757-787-5880, for plans to address learning gaps and Accomack County’s two poultry pro- current case count for Accomack and questions from residents about the social or emotional issues students cessing plants. Northampton counties, according to pandemic. may have resulting from schools be- Of 1,380 people tested at Eastern ing closed. Shore Community College, 49 tested The recommendations will be co- positive, 1,290 were negative, and 41 ordinated with the Forward Virginia were inconclusive or invalid, accord- plan to ease public health restrictions ing to a press release dated May 15. in phases, according to a press release. The health department is con- Does your business have new hours? “As we make decisions about the tacting all positive cases to provide path forward, this panel will help en- them with instructions on isolation. sure that we are best supporting ru- “We have attempted contact with ral students, English language learn- all positive patients as of this re- Has customer service changed? ers, students of color, and students lease,” the release stated, adding with special needs,” Northam said, that the department planned to adding, “School closures have been start contacting those with negative Let the public know with necessary to protect health and safe- results this week. ty, but lost class time has a dispro- Additionally, the health depart- portionate impact on Virginia’s most ment received about 2,875 results vulnerable and economically disad- out of an expected 3,100 tests con- AN AD vantaged students. That’s why equity ducted earlier this month at Acco- will remain at the forefront as we de- mack County’s two poultry process- termine when and how we can safely ing plants. and responsibly return to in-person Those tests showed an approxi- IN THE POST! learning.” mate 18% positive rate, with a total Northam also announced easing of positive count of around 510, accord- some restrictions at beaches at Vir- ing to the health department. ginia Beach, including First Landing It will take several days for those State Park, starting Friday, May 22. numbers to appear in the case Those beaches will be open to rec- counts on the Virginia Department reational activities including sunbath- of Health website. ing, swimming, surfing, and fishing, as Labs that processed the poultry defined by the city’s ordinance. plant tests are not connected to Vir- Parking will be capped at 50% ginia Department of Health elec- capacity. tronic reporting, meaning each re- Virginia Beach Mayor Bobby Dyer sult has to be entered manually into said he is “prepared to stand by this the database. plan to ensure that when we open, we will be the safe beach that is required in these most challenging times.” He urged visitors and residents to adhere to rules for distancing at the beach. “Let’s remember, this is short-term inconvenience for long-term gain,” he said. Northam said the opening applies only to Virginia Beach and First Land- ing, but he encouraged other beach ar- eas to use the Virginia Beach plan as a model for enforcing restrictions once Colonial Square 13C they are allowed to open for recreation- Belle Haven al use. (757)442-3277 22 • Eastern Shore Post • May 22, 2020

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This 7.59 beautiful vinyl sided cape acre waterfront lot is partly a block from the marina building lot, level and large cod with central heat and high land and partly marsh with boat slips just a short enough for a great home and air, 2BR, 2BA and fireplace on Parker’s Creek leading boat ride to the Atlantic. large garden. on .77 ac. to Metompkin Bay and the MLS 50674 MLS 50667 MLS 50719 Atlantic Ocean. MLS 39585 $59,000 $40,000 $149,000 $110,000 Quinby Onancock Tangier Island Melfa Ocean at Virginia Landing, Pristine 1.76 acre waterfront Beautiful lot at a beautiful motor home park Vinyl sided, 2BR, 1BA building lot on Parker’s the Eastern Shore Yacht with year round homes and home with electric heat and travel trailers with pool, golf, Creek with well and septic window AC. Located on the and Country Club! This recreation Hall and play- already in place. Located quaint small island of Tangier .52 ac lot has the well and ground. 3 lots equaling in a small subdivision just (population less than 500), septic in place for a 3BR .14 ac. are being a few minutes from the located in the middle of the home. Owner will consider sold together. Chesapeake Bay. Chesapeake Bay. financing. MLS 51263 MLS 35327 MLS 50217 MLS 41539 $75,000 $135,900 $75,000 $45,000 Atlantic Exmore On top of a hill overlooking Waterfront 3.83 ac beautiful Hacksneck Beautiful 4.24 ac, waterfront Painter Bogues Bay and the building lot on the south At Indian Hills. 3.12 ac lot on Nandua Creek at rocket Launchpad at Wallops shore of Nandua Creek in the beautifully wooded building Holly Shores subdivision. Island. .89 ac lot. Close subdivision Of Bay Haven. lot. It has been perked for a Has county permit for to Chincoteague and the Lot has a rip rap bulkhead 3BR home. Indian Hills has conventional well and Assateague Beach on and well and septic already protective covenants. septic installation. the Atlantic. in place. Beautiful! MLS 49392 MLS 50168 MLS 50017 MLS 49489 $60,000 $39,900 $275,000 $199,000 New Church Tasley Miles Rd. at Bay Watch, Lankford Highway, 5,000 Melfa beautiful 14.81 acres cleared s.f. commercial space. Red Bank waterfront 3.04 with some woods, located Wachapreague Five potential commercial ac lot with survey and at Bay Watch subdivision Nice 2BR, 2BA home with rentals. Two are presently septic permit. Red Bank offering, community horse heat pump and garage. .95 ac well-established businesses has a community dock, on barn, riding area, and dock on MLS 47282 equaling $2,450 Pungoteague Creek. Pitt’s Creek leading to the bay. $149,000 each month. MLS 47344 MLS 48086 MLS 49866 $59,000 $59,000 $449,900 Onley Melfa Church Rd., 16.656 ac of Melfa Lankford Highway, on east cleared land classified as Accomac Beautiful acreage on side, 96 acres partially wooded, single family suburban. There Nice wooded 2.95 ac is a footprint of another home Dogwood Drive, 22 (county 1,000 ft. on Highway. Lot residential lot with deeded once there so may have an lists as 17.42 as well as 22) has public water and sewage old well and septic. Beautiful lane to Lankford Highway. acres of wooded land. Great available. Zoned agricultural. property near Lot has County septic permit. spot for hunting. MLS 50657 Lankford Highway. MLS 44864 MLS 50666 $550,000 MLS 49422 $32,000 $65,000 $175,000

Onancock Waterfront 8.24 ac farm on Accomac Mappsville Onancock Drummondtown Rd. in Underhill Creek. The home Cherry Valley, Unfinished East Point area Beautiful WF Locustville, nice 4.77 ac 3BR, 2BA, w/foundation 4BR, 3 B home on .72 ac is a 3BR, 2BA, needing some level cleared for a homesite. for garage. MLS 50614 TLC. There is a big red barn and a pond. MLS 50663 MLS 49463 $499,900 MLS 51378 $49,000 $175,000 Onancock Onancock Onancock Mink Farm Rd., Waterfront lot 4 of Mimosa Farm subdivision, 5.5 ac on Mink Farm Rd., waterfront lot 3 of Mimosa Farm subdivision, 6.6 ac on Schooner Bay on Chesconessex Creek, beautiful 2.0 ac waterfront lot on natural Deep Creek. A lovely home spot. Deep Creek. A lovely home spot. water frontage. There is a community dock and boat ramp to the Chesapeake Bay. MLS 51354 $70,000 MLS 511357 $70,000 MLS 50811 $88,000 24 • Eastern Shore Post • May 22, 2020 $4.5M Allocated for Virginia Fishermen; Where’s the Excitement? By Connie Morrison CARES Act funding is com- “I put that solely on the senators at The National Oceanic and Atmo- pounded by a crab market the federal level,” said Knott. spheric Administration announced already in turmoil because Congresswoman Elaine Luria, rep- earlier this month the allocation of there weren’t enough H2B resenting Virginia’s 2nd District, rec- $300 million of CARES Act funding visas for the immigrants ognizes the inequity. “Virginia ranked for fisheries and the seafood industry, who usually pick crabs. fourth in the nation in seafood land- with just over $4.5 million headed to H2 visa holders “do every- ings with over 362 million pounds, and Virginia. The funding was ballyhooed thing. They’re the major our fisheries account for 7.4% of all by Virginia Senators Mark Warner and labor force,” Knott said, aquaculture sales in America. It is un- Tim Kaine in a press release. but the seafood industry acceptable that NOAA’s allocation does But eligible recipients don’t seem is lumped in with the hos- not accurately reflect Virginia’s con- excited about the news. pitality industry and a lot- tribution to the national fishery and “I have no faith in that system,” said tery system is used to de- aquaculture industries or the losses Gloucester waterman Daniel Knott, termine who gets the labor. our watermen are facing,” she said in a vice president of the Virginia Water- Some of the picking May 20 press release. men’s Association. “Show me one wa- houses don’t have the la- When NOAA unveiled its distribu- terman who is involved in that process. bor they need, and with- tion plan, “It was unacceptable to me The large ones are the ones who will out buyers, crabbers are that Virginia will only receive $4.5 benefit,” he said, likening the $300 mil- finding other ways to stay million or 1.5% of this assistance,” lion for fishermen from the CARES Act afloat. she said. to the Paycheck Protection Program “You kind of figure it “I want fishermen to know we are loan program, which saw some large out,” said Knott. “They are fighting for them and trying to get corporations exploiting loopholes to making a living, but not a them something,” said Chincoteague benefit from the program. great one.” fisherman Jim Dawson. He, Luria, and Cape Charles waterman Scott Wiv- Some have retrofitted Bloxom have had meetings and phone ell also does not expect to see any of trucks or trailers to keep calls about the funding, adding that the CARES Act money. “Especially crabs cool and are finding Luria has been trying to attach aqua- being a small time commercial Fish- direct markets in urban culture growers and commercial fish- ermen we are often overlooked,” he areas. One waterman he ery producers to the U.S. Department wrote in a text response to the Post. knows is making and sell- of Agriculture’s $16 billion in direct “I expect most of that money will go ing crab pots. support to farmers and ranchers and to large aquaculture operations and “A lot of watermen are the $3 billion commodity purchase and charter boats.” resilient like that,” Knott distribution program. When the CARES Act first came said. “Even if they are out “We are greatly disappointed in the about, Knott applied “for all available there every day barely amount of disaster funding Virginia benefits.” He was denied “or given the Waterman Scott Wivell, of Cape Charles, tongs paying the gas bill, that’s received. This funding falls woeful- runaround,” he said. for oysters. Photo by Rachel Stevens, Bayside what they’re going to do.” ly short of even beginning to address “It was so promising, then every- Studios. Used with permission. Wivell found markets in the devastating impacts fisheries and thing failed. ... I think because I wasn’t Maryland. “We have been aquaculture businesses have suffered asking for a lot of money.” Knott thinks that VMRC is making the best use of fortunate that crabs have been selling due to COVID-19,” said Virginia Sec- banks targeted their largest customers these limited funds as the agency this whole time even if it’s at a much retary of Natural Resources Matthew because banks collected fees from the develops our spend plan” reads a no- lower price than usual,” he wrote. “Ma- J. Strickler in a May 7 press release. loans and they got a larger return for tice that accompanies the survey. “This ny of the crab houses in Maryland are “The fishing industry in Virginia sup- making larger loans. survey will be used for informational take outs that were deemed essential ports thousands of jobs and gener- At the very least, it will be months purposes only and does not constitute so that basically saved the industry ates millions in revenue. The Admin- before watermen and fishermen see any guarantee of assistance or count from collapse even if we are still barely istration must release more funding that money in their hands because the as an application.” Completed surveys hanging on.” to help our coastal communities and Virginia Marine Fisheries Commission are due June 1. There was also consternation over businesses.” has to develop a plan, with guidance Processors, wholesalers, dealers and the amount of funding designated for Despite the hardship and uncertain- from NOAA, about how to distribute distributors, charter fishing operators, Virginia. Alaska and Washington were ty, watermen endure. “It’s the nature the funding, and NOAA must approve are also fisheries-related and eligible each allocated $50 million, more than of beast and why people become wa- the plan. for funding. Vessel repair businesses, 11 times Virginia’s allocation. Twelve termen. … They appreciate the chal- The VMRC sent a survey to fisheries restaurants, and seafood retailers are states and federally recognized Ameri- lenge,” said Knott, who was drawn to participants to gather information for not eligible. Funding recipients must can Indian tribes of the West Coast (as the water in retirement after a career the plan. The survey can be completed meet a threshold of economic revenue a group) received more funding than that included 22 years in the military. online at https://www.surveymonkey. losses greater than 35 percent related Virginia; 11 states, five U.S. territo- “I wouldn’t do anything else — don’t com/r/GQ3M7T7 to COVID-19 as compared to the prior ries, and federally recognized tribes of want to do anything else,” he said. “This survey will help the agen- five-year average. Alaska (as a group) received less than “Most people would tell you it’s more cy determine priorities and ensure The snail’s pace of the pass-through Virginia. of a calling.” May 22, 2020 • Eastern Shore Post • 25

Folly Creek Dock Construction Delays Compound Watermen’s Hardships By Connie Morrison The completion of repairs to Folly Creek’s commercial dock has been delayed because the contractor, Murtech Inc.’s ma- rine division, from Salisbury, Md., pulled off the job for a week and a half. “The site superintendent said it was due to concerns from their employees about working in Accomack due to the high number of COVID cases,” Accomack Deputy County Administrator for Public Works & Facilities Stewart Hall wrote in an email. Waterman John Gibson thinks that’s absurd. “The dock area is closed and no one can be going there to the dock to in- fect those workers with the corona virus,” he wrote in an email to the Post. “They must be infected by and creating excuses with corona beer.” He reports the dock has been closed since December and waterman have been eager- ly anticipating a Memorial Day reopening. In the meantime, they have been using Parker Creek. That location is not only in- convenient — 12 miles by road from Folly Creek — but there are economic and prac- tical concerns as well. The dock at Parker Creek is too small and now the commercial fishermen are feeling the pinch of sharing space with recreational users, though he doesn’t be- grudge them use of the dock. On top of that, Parker Creek has silted in and watermen can’t bring fully loaded boats into the landing. “We need the county to im- mediately start using a large clam dredge or something like it at the mouth of Parker Creek for us to be able to work … and get in an out of Parker Creek with boats loaded with product,” Gibson wrote. “The contractor should be billed for dredging Parker Creek.” The new estimated completion for the $481,411 project is mid-June, and Hall said the county is reviewing the contract to see if liquidated damages could be assessed against the contractor. “They (Murtech Inc) have demonstrated a horrible work ethic from day 1,” Gibson wrote. “There has been absolutely zero display of any sort of sense of urgency on this job and they are spitting in our faces while they carry on this way,” he continued. “The contractor is rob- bing the county in plain sight.” A reporter contacted Murtech Inc. for this story. and was told the company wished to respond. As of press time Thursday, no re- Top: A skiff is tied at a closed dock at Folly Creek. sponse had been received. Above: Construction is underway to repair the commercial dock at Folly Creek. Photos by Connie Morrison. 26 • Eastern Shore Post • May 22, 2020

Eastern Shore Rail to Trail Study

Accomack and Northampton Counties

Public Notice of Community Interest and Feedback Survey

Background: The former Bay Coast Railroad offers 49.1 miles of primarily flat straight terrain that presents an opportunity for a shared use path connecting communities, businesses, and State/Federal parks throughout Northampton and Accomack Counties. The Eastern Shore Rail to Trail Study seeks to assess the feasibility of converting the abandoned railroad into a shared use path. The railroad corridor runs mostly parallel to US Route 13 on the Eastern Shore and travels through the Towns of Hallwood, Bloxom, Parksley, Onley, Melfa, Keller, and Painter in Accomack County and the Towns of Exmore, Nassawadox, Eastville, Cheriton, and Cape Charles in Northampton County.

About the Study: The study explores the opportunity to reduce interaction between vehicles, pedestrians and bicyclists on US Route 13 with the development and construction of a shared use path, to improve pedestrian and cyclist mobility, accessibility, and safety. Shared use paths are separate and dedicated areas removed from motorist traffic, supporting multiple recreation and transportation modes including walking, bicycling and others. The study area extends approximately 50 miles between the Town of Cape Charles and the Town of Hallwood. While the shared use path alignment will largely follow the abandoned railroad track alignment, the study will also identify potential connections into Town and County destinations in the vicinity of the railroad alignment.

VDOT is inviting public feedback and comments on the value of a shared use path through an online survey at bit.ly/EasternShoreTrail until May 31, 2020. Additionally, written comments can be sent to Mr. John Bolecek, Statewide Bicycle and Pedestrian Planner, Virginia Department of Transportation, 1401 E. Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23220 or through e-mail to [email protected] with reference to “Eastern Shore Rail to Trail Study” in the subject line.

Members of the public may also share input by mailing this shortened version of the survey to the address above, prior to May 31, 2020.

1. I anticipate using 2. Please list the 3. Likely purpose for 4. Please list any suggestions for parking locations, the shared use activities you are likely to visit to the path: trail destinations or amenities you would like to see path once built: engage in on the path: Access shopping included in the study. Please also share any concerns Strongly Agree Walking Recreation or comments related to specific areas along the trail Agree Biking Commuting to Work path. Neutral Running School Disagree Scooter / Skateboard Exercise Strongly Disagree Roller blading Social/Family Outings Other Other None

5. Additional Comments related to Eastern Shore Rail to Trail Study: 6. Submitter Zip Code:

7. Please subscribe me to

updates on this project: Yes No E-mail address:

VDOT ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact VDOT’s Civil Rights Division at 757-956-3000 or TTY/TDD 711.

Additional study information at https://www.virginiadot.org/projects/hamptonroads/eastern_shore_rail_to_trail_study.asp May 22, 2020 • Eastern Shore Post • 27

Wachapreague – Captain Lindsay Paul reported that catches of flounder were made over the week- end, with some anglers catching their limits. He said that anglers are still finding some black drum in the surf. The shop also saw a few speckled trout catches. Amanda Manzella, at the Wachapreague Inn, said that a group of three guests had five keeper floun- der and a couple of 16-inch throwbacks on one day, with the same group returning with 11 keepers the With everything else going on in the world today, following day, four of which measured at least 21 experiencing the effects of a named tropical weather inches. The group was using live minnows and Berk- system in May just adds to the continued craziness ley Gulps for bait and rumored to have made their of the year 2020. catches while fishing in the Hummocks area. Yet, here I am, typing this report while the Weath- Lower Shore – Jeb Brady, of Bailey’s Bait and er Channel is predicting a course for a strong tropi- Tackle in Cape Charles, reported that anglers fished cal storm named Arthur that is projected to take the hard for black drum over the weekend, with most of system just offshore of Hatteras before veering out the reported catches being made off Fisherman’s Is- to sea, impacting us with some rain showers, gusty land. Red drum and striped bass catches were made winds, and a high surf advisory through midweek. by anglers fishing from the beaches of the lower bar- Hopefully, this mess will clear out and give us a rier islands. Flounder catches were reported out of couple of fishable days this weekend. Oyster. Brady said that there were a few speckled Chincoteague – Donna Rae Roeske, at Captain trout, puppy drum, and stripers caught along the Sam Eyler landed this 5-10 speckled trout in the Bob’s Marina, said that last week’s strong flounder bayside creeks. He said that he hopes the fishing will Chesapeake Bay shallows. bite died out over the weekend, as the winds picked improve as the water temperatures continue to rise Photo courtesy of the Sea Hawk Sports Center. up on Saturday, muddying up the water in most ar- and the clarity improves. eas. Roeske mentioned the Junkyard and the Four Bill Hall was the first Eastern Shore resident Mouths areas as producing some of the most impres- to achieve Virginia Salt Water Master Angler sive catches. Flounder measuring 16.5 to 24 inches Status. He has been named Virginia Saltwater were reported as late as Friday afternoon. Live min- Angler of the Year and Virginia Saltwater Re- nows with orange or pink Berkley Gulp Swimming lease Angler of the Year and is a Virginia Press Mullet produced some of the top catches. She said that Association award-winning sports columnist. black drum were being caught in the Assateague surf on clam baits. She said that water temperatures were in the mid 60s. Roeske was lamenting the weather- man’s prediction for gusty winds and rain during the early and mid-part of this week. Jimmy Vasiliou, at Captain Steve’s Bait & Tackle, re- ported that striped bass and black drum catches were made in the surf last weekend, but fishing has been “not too good” since the nasty weather moved in. Increasing numbers of whiting (kingfish, sand mullet) are also be- ing caught in the surf as well as puffers (swelling toads) Jean and Ray Messick caught these flounder while and the first spot of the season. He said that the Mary- fishing with Capt. Tim out of Captain Bob’s Marina. land Saltwater Sportfishing Association held a flounder Photo courtesy of Captain Bob’s Marina. tournament over the weekend, with some decent catch- es reported. The shop weighed in a 5-10 citation speck- led trout for Pennsylvania angler Sam Eyler and a 50- inch striped bass release for Dennis Lightner Jr. Upper Shore – Captain Matt Abell, of Sea Hawk Sports Center, reported that flounder were being caught on the seaside “from Chincoteague down to Wachapreague,” with some of the better catches coming during the clearer water on the incoming tide. Abell said that the Chesapeake Bay side pro- duced some beautiful speckled trout catches over the weekend, with catches being made by anglers bot- tom fishing as well as by those who used popping McKinlee Killmon caught this 12.2-pound corks. Red drum schools appeared in the shallows sheepshead while drum fishing near the Dennis Lightner Jr. released this 50-inch striped near Foxes Island. Black drum catches were made Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. bass from the Assateague surf. in both Pocomoke Sound and Tangier Sound. Photo courtesy of Bailey’s Bait & Tackle. Photo courtesy of Captain Steve’s Bait & Tackle. DONE

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Friday Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday May 22 May 23 May 24 May 25 May 26 May 27 May 28 H 8:38 a.m. H 9:20 a.m. H 10:01 a.m. H 10:44 a.m. H 11:28 a.m. H 12:16 p.m. H 1:09 p.m. Assateague Beach L 2:50 p.m. L 3:28 p.m. L 4:08 p.m. L 4:51 p.m. L 5:38 p.m. L 6:31 p.m. L 7:31 a.m. T H 8:42 a.m. H 9:24 a.m. H 10:05 a.m. H 10:48 a.m. H 11:32 a.m. H 12:20 p.m. H 1:13 p.m. Chinco.Channel L 2:49 p.m. L 3:27 p.m. L 4:07 p.m. L 4:50 p.m. L 5:37 p.m. L 6:30 p.m. L 7:30 a.m. H 9:34 a.m. H 10:16 a.m. H 10:57 a.m. H 11:40 a.m. H 12:24 p.m. H 1:12 p.m. H 2:05 p.m. I Gargatha Neck L 3:29 p.m. L 4:07 p.m. L 4:47 p.m. L 5:30 p.m. L 6:17 p.m. L 7:17 a.m. L 8:10 a.m. H 9:27 a.m. H 10:09 a.m. H 10:50 a.m. H 11:33 a.m. H 12:17 p.m. H 1:05 p.m. H 1:58 p.m. Folly Creek L 3:14 p.m. L 3:52 p.m. L 4:32 p.m. L 5:15 p.m. L 6:02 p.m. L 7:02 a.m. L 7:55 a.m. H 9:13 a.m. H 9:55 a.m. H 10:36 a.m. H 11:19 a.m. H 12:03 p.m. H 12:51 p.m. H 1:44 p.m. D Wachapreague L 2:58 p.m. L 3:36 p.m. L 4:16 p.m. L 4:59 p.m. L 5:46 p.m. L 6:39 p.m. L 7:39 a.m. H 8:38 a.m. H 9:20 a.m. H 10:01 a.m. H 10:44 a.m. H 11:28 a.m. H 12:16 p.m. H 1:09 p.m. Quinby Inlet L 2:29 p.m. L 3:07 p.m. L 3:47 p.m. L 4:30 p.m. L 5:17 p.m. L 6:10 p.m. L 7:10 a.m. E H 9:08 a.m. H 9:50 a.m. H 10:31 a.m. H 11:14 a.m. H 11:58 a.m. H 12:46 p.m. H 1:39 p.m. Machipongo L 2:58 p.m. L 3:36 p.m. L 4:16 p.m. L 4:59 p.m. L 5:46 p.m. L 6:39 p.m. L 7:39 a.m. H 12:52 p.m. H 1:30 p.m. H 2:08 p.m. H 2:47 p.m. H 3:30 p.m. H 4:18 p.m. H 5:11 p.m. Tangier Sound Light L 7:06 a.m. L 7:43 a.m. L 8:21 a.m. L 9:01 a.m. L 9:44 a.m. L 10:31 a.m. L 11:23 a.m. H 1:08 p.m. H 1:46 p.m. H 2:24 p.m. H 3:03 p.m. H 3:46 p.m. H 4:34 p.m. H 5:27 p.m. Muddy Creek L 7:41 a.m. L 8:18 a.m. L 8:56 a.m. L 9:36 a.m. L 10:19 a.m. L 11:06 a.m. L 11:58 a.m. H 1:00 p.m. H 1:38 p.m. H 2:16 p.m. H 2:55 p.m. H 3:38 p.m. H 4:26 p.m. H 5:19 p.m. T Guard Shore L 7:37 a.m. L 8:14 a.m. L 8:52 a.m. L 9:32 a.m. L 10:15 a.m. L 11:02 a.m. L 11:54 a.m. H 12:35 p.m. H 1:13 p.m. H 1:51 p.m. H 2:30 p.m. H 3:13 p.m. H 4:01 p.m. H 4:54 p.m. Chescon. Creek L 6:38 p.m. L 7:26 a.m. L 8:04 a.m. L 8:44 a.m. L 9:27 a.m. L 10:14 a.m. L 11:06 a.m. H 12:49 p.m. H 1:27 p.m. H 2:05 p.m. H 2:44 p.m. H 3:27 p.m. H 4:15 p.m. H 5:08 p.m. A Onancock Creek L 6:58 p.m. L 7:46 a.m. L 8:24 a.m. L 9:04 a.m. L 9:47 a.m. L 10:34 a.m. L 11:26 a.m. H 12:05 p.m. H 12:43 p.m. H 1:21 p.m. H 2:00 p.m. H 2:43 p.m. H 3:31 p.m. H 4:24 p.m. Pungoteague Creek L 6:12 p.m. L 6:50 p.m. L 7:38 a.m. L 8:18 a.m. L 9:01 a.m. L 9:48 a.m. L 10:40 a.m. B H 10:50 a.m. H 11:28 a.m. H 12:06 p.m. H 12:45 p.m. H 1:28 p.m. H 2:16 p.m. H 3:09 p.m. Nassawadox L 4:34 p.m. L 5:12 p.m. L 5:52 p.m. L 6:35 p.m. L 7:23 a.m. L 8:10 a.m. L 9:02 a.m. H 11:29 a.m. H 12:07 p.m. H 12:45 p.m. H 1:24 p.m. H 2:07 p.m. H 2:55 p.m. H 3:48 p.m. Occohan. Creek L 5:52 p.m. L 6:30 p.m. L 7:18 a.m. L 7:58 a.m. L 8:41 a.m. L 9:28 a.m. L 10:20 a.m. L H 9:39 a.m. H 10:17 a.m. H 10:55 a.m. H 11:34 a.m. H 12:17 p.m. H 1:05 p.m. H 1:58 p.m. Cape Charles L 3:42 p.m. L 4:20 p.m. L 5:00 p.m. L 5:43 p.m. L 6:29 p.m. L 7:18 a.m. L 8:10 a.m. H 9:17 a.m. H 9:55 a.m. H 10:33 a.m. H 11:12 a.m. H 11:55 a.m. H 12:43 p.m. H 1:36 p.m. Kiptopeke Beach L 3:11 p.m. L 3:49 p.m. L 4:29 p.m. L 5:12 p.m. L 5:58 p.m. L 6:51 p.m. L 7:39 a.m. E Disclaimer: Tides are provided for information only and are not guaranteed for accuracy.

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The Get-Up-and-Go Guide to Social Distancing: How to be Out and About Safely EAT. PRAY. PLAY. Restaurants Welcome Return of Guests Slowly, Cautiously

By Jim Ritch ployees compared to its normal com- Contributing Writer/Photographer plement of about 50. To the casual eye, The Shanty Serving less than half capacity with Restaurant offers more spacious seat- slightly more than half its regular staff ing this season with additional out- is one of the financial strains facing door tables, some now separated from the restaurant, but it’s necessary to sunsets and Cape Charles harbor by meet and exceed the state’s guidelines. nothing more than a wooden railing. “There’s just a lot more steps,” he Diners might even feel more pam- said. pered, receiving complimentary sprays For example, a staff member sani- of hand sanitizer upon seating and tizes all door handles and other sur- again when they depart. faces and logs the round of cleaning. But that relaxed appearance be- Another financial strain comes lies how the novel coronavirus has with the use of disposal paper tow- completely upended operations at els and condiments. Packets of con- The Shanty and other Northampton diments are served automatically restaurants. even though some patrons don’t use “People are still nervous about coming them. Then, they’re disposed, used out, so we want people comfortable that or not. we’re going above and beyond” to keep “We’ve gone through twice the Justin and Terry McCarthy, wearing mask in foreground, enjoy dinner them safe, said Jon Dempster, owner. amount of ketchup in four days,” he said. with Capt. Patrick Lynch at The Shanty Restaurant in Cape Charles. Patrons no longer enter through Further, the outdoor seating puts Increased distances between tables and other safety practices makes the front door. Now, they walk around the restaurant at the whim of weath- the experience more private for patrons but greatly more complicated the side of the building over round cir- er and cooler evening temperatures. for the staff. Photo by Jim Ritch. cles marking an appropriate distance The restaurant no longer stays open to wait before reaching the greeters. until midnight. Now, when the sun Once seated, patrons sit at least six drops and the temperature falls, it feet apart but sometimes as much as 10 has been closing around 9 p.m. When You Go: feet, because the Town of Cape Charles At the Cape Charles Distillery on has allowed The Shanty extra space. Mason Avenue, patrons enter through Many Cape Charles restaurants Mayor Smitty Dize approached the front door into the tasting room, offer outdoor dining, including: Dempster shortly after Virginia im- but immediately exit into a new, tent- posed restrictions on restaurants, ed, outdoor seating area. - Ambrogia Cafe and Enoteca offering a conditional use permit to Without the seating area, which - Cape Charles Brewing Company temporarily spread out onto part of was in planning last year, “I don’t - Cape Charles Coffee House the city’s dock. know where we would be,” said Liam - Cape Charles Distillery Without the space, the restaurant Duncan, owner. - Deadrise Pies could not have operated close to 50% Wicker seating areas for two to capacity allowed by the state. With four people are carefully interspaced. - Hook @ Harvey’s it, Dempster and his team serve up When patrons enter, he shows - Kelly’s Gingernut Pub to 60 patrons. Normally, the restau- them the seating and asks if they’re - The Oyster Farm rant would seat 130 people. comfortable with the arrangement. - The Shanty Serving these patrons is a similar- “They have to be comfortable with ly reduced staff. it. This is not about sitting wherever Your favorite outdoor restaurant Attracting people to work is a con- you want, you have sit where you’re not listed? Let us know at jim@ stant struggle, but the restaurant op- assigned. We have to put safety first,” easternshorepost.com Jon Dempster erated with slightly more than 30 em- he said. May 22, 2020 • Eastern Shore Post • 31

Drive-In Church Fills Niche During Quarantine By Jim Ritch and distractions from other worship- Contributing Writer/Photographer pers, allowing congregants to “zero in Pastor Kelvin F. Jones used to re- on the Word,” he said. ceive hearty “Amens” when he de- The result is an increasingly popu- livered the sermon at First Baptist lar service, and as more visitors arrive Church Capeville. they change the congregation’s racial Sunday, he heard automobiles composition. honking. The church has long had a racially Quickly adjusting to the rules of Vir- mixed praise team, but its congrega- ginia’s COVID-19 quarantine, Jones and tion had remained predominantly Af- his congregation moved their worship rican American. Today, about one-third service to the church parking lot about a of the 65 to 80 cars gathered each Sun- month ago. Now, the church’s members day hold a European American family, and a growing number of visitors wor- he said. ship from their cars as he preaches. “Our lives used to be integrated This new “drive-in worship” for- during our work week and segregat- Pastor Kelvin Jones preaches before a parking lot of cars and wor- mat offers a streamlined and more ca- ed at 11 a.m. on Sunday,” he said. “We shippers Sunday at First Baptist Church Capeville. The outdoor ser- sual style that may forever alter the now look more like the body of Christ vices, begun in response the state’s COVID-19 quarantine, attract 65 church, which faces Route 13 about than we did before.” to 80 cars and a diverse congregation. Photo by Jim Ritch. eight miles north of the Chesapeake He believes that these changes will Bay Bridge-Tunnel. permanently alter worship, even after When the state’s COVID-19 the state’s restrictions and concerns of guidelines prevented members from infection end. The format has been so coming into close contact, Pastor successful that he intends to continue Jones felt compelled to make more at least through September, even if the efficient use of their time. COVID-19 restrictions are lifted entirely. “We stripped away the fluff” of the When the congregation finally moves previous, indoor services, said Jones. indoors, he expects that it will easily “We’re giving people the essence of adapt. “We used to just flick the switch what they need.” and the mics were on,” he said. The new format consists of praise Most importantly, the new format team worship, scripture reading, a keeps people in the habit of coming to hymn, offering, and sermon. What had church. previously been a 90-minute service “We never went big into livestream- now usually lasts just 60 minutes. ing,” he said, “So, we don’t have to worry The new format also allows indi- about people coming back, just coming viduals to attend church in more ca- back safely.” sual attire. The stress of protecting against “You can climb out of bed, grab a infections may drive more people to cup of coffee, and come to church,” be- church, said Carlos Taylor, member of A large sign advertises the new and unusual style of Sunday worship cause families worship in the semipri- the Men’s Ministry. at First Baptist Church Capeville. The sign commands attention of vacy of their cars. “With all that’s going on in the world, drivers passing on Route 13. Photo by Jim Ritch. That privacy also reduces noise people need a positive message,” he said.

Churches across the Eastern Shore EXMORE HORNTOWN PUNGOTEAGUE offer “drive-in” worship on Sunday New Mt. Calvary Baptist Church Tabernacle Baptist Church Shiloh Baptist Church mornings. Here’s a sampling. 3254 Seaside Road 5224 Fleming Road 31559 Boston Road 757-442-4483 757-824-5840 757-442-2739 CAPEVILLE FAIRVIEW PARKSLEY WARDTOWN First Baptist Church Capeville Mt. Sinai Gospel Tabernacle Church Metompkin Baptist Church Ebenezer Baptist Church 25283 Lankford Highway, Cape Charles 23066 Banks Road, Cape Charles 20371 Lankford Highway 30492 Boston Road, Pungoteague 757-331-4315 757-331-2798 757-665-4135 757-442-4824 CHERITON FRANKTOWN PAINTER Your church not listed? Let us know African Baptist Church Bethel Baptist Church New Mount Zion Baptist Church at [email protected] 4224 Sunnyside Road 7638 Bayside Road, Franktown 17450 Coal Kiln Road, Painter 757-331-1837 757-442-6861 757-442-2425 32 • Eastern Shore Post • May 22, 2020

Kiptopeke State Park is Carefree, Contact-Free Outdoor Fun

By Jim Ritch Once in the park, all the state’s Contributing Writer/Photographer face-covering and social distancing A new era of contact-free, “re- rules apply but are slightly relaxed sponsible naturing” begins this for outdoor activities. Face cover- week at Kiptopeke State Park. ings, for example, are recommended The park’s five miles of trails and but are not required on trails. Essen- two miles of beaches never fully tial, however, is letting people know closed during the state’s COVID-19 of your presence and stepping aside quarantine, but its campsites and to let them to pass. Distance matters. beaches are instituting new safety Families may also exercise their practices for visitors. dogs in the park, as long as they As of Thursday, campsite, yurt, are on a leash and cleaned up af- and lodge reservations began, and ter. Dogs may run on almost all swimming may be pursued as an of the trails and the main beach Susan Russell, of Cape Charles, photographs from a beach overlook at exercise from the beaches. Fishing south of the fishing pier. The north Kiptopeke State Park. Masks are recommended but not required on and walking were already allowed, beach, however, is a swimming ar- trails. Walkers do need to let others know of their presence and step aside but sunbathing and socializing are ea and off-limits for dogs. to let people pass. Social distancing rules apply. Photo by Jim Ritch. still restricted. Fishing is free from the beaches, Even before visitors leave their although a state fishing license is When You Go: homes, contact-free preparations required. can begin by purchasing passes for No state license is needed to fish WHAT: Kiptopeke State Park entry and downloading and printing from the pier, however, just a sep- WHERE: 3540 Kiptopeke Drive, Cape Charles interpretive materials, said Ranger arate day pass. The pass may be Stan Osmolenski, park interpreter. purchased at a self-ticketing sta- WHEN: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. for day use and guest visitation. Pier open 24 Admission can still be pur- tion near the pier. Cost is $5 for hours April 1 - Dec. 31 chased at the gate; internet trans- age 16 and over; $3 for age 6 to PHONE: 757-331-2267 actions just make entry safer for 16; free under 6 years. COST: $7 daily; $75 annually for all state parks. $40 annually for seniors. visitors and park staff. Passes good for one household. Visit www.vasp.fun/parking to buy a daily pass. The cost at Kip- Links for a contact-free visit: topeke is $7, which entitles bearers to bring a carload of people -- tech- Daily Park Pass nically, one household. Save money vasp.fun/parking with annual passes good for admis- sion to all state parks. Passes start Trail and Facilities Guide at $40 for seniors; $75 for others. https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/kiptopeke#park_trail_guide Also before leaving home, print Field Guide to Native Plants a trail guide. A surprising num- ber of people lose their way in the https://www.plantvirginianatives.org/native-plants-for-virginias-eastern-shore wooded trails each year, he said. Field Guide to Birds A field guide to native plants can also be downloaded, and a good https://www.birdingeasternshore.org/ website for identifying birds is Campsite and Other Reservations available. (See inset box for links) New to the interpretive materi- https://www.reserveamerica.com/explore/kiptopeke-state-park/VA/140162/ als to print at home is a scaven- overview ger hunt customized to Kiptopeke. Ranger Stan Osmolenski Field Guide App The hunt features structures, an- imals, and plants to encourage a One of the most definitive apps is iNaturalist. Photograph species of plants wide-ranging visit. Download the and birds and submit them for identification by a community of experts. hunt and print it at home or obtain Replies sometimes come quickly, said Ranger Stan. Visit your app store to a printed (and disposable) copy at download. the park entry. May 22, 2020 • Eastern Shore Post • 33 A Harbinger of Summer: The Return of Rocking Chairs to Watson’s Hardware

Photos by Jim Ritch

No better event indicates the reopening of Cape Charles than the reappearance of rocking chairs and the regular gang at Watson’s Hardware. (Note the spacing of chairs.) Here’s what they’re talking about this week:

Jerry Dooley: “I’m glad Larry Johnson: “We’re not to pay a fine for dock- glad the hardware store ing at the marina,” one hasn’t sold, so we have a week after being threat- place.” ened with a $500 fine had he tied up at the then- closed municipal facility.

Bobby Ariatti: “The whole Jeff Grey: “When can I get purpose of coming here is a haircut?” to escape reality.”

Phil Hullinger: “We’re Stevens Lawrence Jr.: Chip Watson: “I’m glad ev- thankful Lord Northam “Women, oysters, clams, eryone got to see me.” decreed ABC stores as and fish.” essential.” 34 • Eastern Shore Post • May 22, 2020 Facebook ‘Adopt a Senior’ Groups Support High School Graduates By Stefanie Jackson Submitted Photos The Eastern Shore community has found a new way to show love and support for its graduating high school seniors in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. High school seniors have been missing out in 2020, with proms and graduation ceremonies canceled due to COVID-19. But parents and community members like Jessica Lewis, of Chincoteague, are finding ways to show sup- port for graduates online, where social distancing rules are irrelevant. Lewis was inspired by a Facebook user who used the social media platform to get members of the community to “adopt” seniors and give them things they will need as they prepare to attend college or technical school or pursue a career. Accomack schools superintendent Chris Holland ap- proved of the project, and Lewis created the public Face- book group, Adopt a Chincoteague High School Senior 2020. Within one week, all 53 seniors were adopted. Kaitlyn Miller, of Arcadia High School, Finding people to adopt the Chincoteague seniors was Trace Adams, of Chincoteague High School, receives a package from former teacher Liz easy because “everyone kind of knew everyone” in the receives a graduation basket that Amber and Kuhns Munger, containing items from her close-knit community, Lewis said. It was one of the rea- Frank Goldstein delivered all the way from Amazon wish list. • • • Woodstock, Md. sons Lewis was inspired to do the project. along with a description of the student’s academic and ized graduation buttons. “Our community is pretty strong together,” she said. extracurricular interests and the items needed most. Arcadia athletic director Chelsea Sharp and Chin- After parents suggested Lewis include nearby Arca- As of May 19, 55 of 166 Arcadia seniors were post- coteague parent Amy Thomas have offered photogra- dia High School, she contacted Principal Shaun O’Shea. ed and adopted. phy services at little to no cost to students who had O’Shea gave Lewis permission to create a public Some students created Amazon wish lists and re- missed the opportunity to have senior portraits made. Facebook group for Arcadia seniors. Due to privacy law, ceived gifts by mail. Some sponsors delivered gifts After seeing the Facebook groups for Chincote- he was not allowed to share the class roster, but parents in person. Dorm supplies and gift cards for retail ague and Arcadia seniors, Northampton High School worked together to make sure no one was left out. stores, food, and gas were among the items the stu- basketball coach Wayne Bell Jr. reached out to Lew- If any student or parent did not have a Facebook ac- dents have received, Lewis said. is about adding a group for Northampton seniors. count, another family member, friend, or community Business owner Karen Trader, who makes cus- Bell and Access College Foundation advisor Devin member would “reach out on their behalf,” Lewis said. tom-printed T-shirts, buttons, and other products, Allen pitched in to get the word out to students. About 500 Facebook members joined the Arcadia randomly selected two seniors from Arcadia (and As of May 19, 34 of 98 Northampton High School group. A photo of each graduating senior was posted, later Northampton), and each received 10 personal- seniors were posted and adopted. • • • Another Facebook user, Patricia Lee, of Painter, followed Lewis’ example and created a public group for Nandua High School seniors, which also has about 500 members. Her son is a rising senior at Nandua High School. “I know he will be devastated if he doesn’t get to walk the stage,” she said. “I wanted people to show the seniors love, and appreci- ate and gift them for their accomplishments. “I wanted to let them know that despite what’s going on, they did in fact reach a major milestone and they de- serve to be recognized.” More than 60 Nandua High School seniors have been adopted. To adopt a senior or post a profile of a senior who hasn’t yet been adopted, join one or more of the public Face- book groups: Adopt an Arcadia High School Senior 2020, Adopt a Chincoteague High School Senior 2020, Adopt These flowers came for Patricia Lee, who start- a Northampton High School Senior 2020, or Nandua High ed the Nandua High School group. She received Adopt a Senior c/o 2020. Layla Rodriguez, a Northampton High School the flowers as a thank-you from her two adop- For more information, contact Jessica Lewis at senior, receives a gift bag from Georgette and tees, Necole Stravino and Adrian Dorn. 757-894-2807. Gary Press. May 22, 2020 • Eastern Shore Post • 35 Historic Onancock School Awarded Grant for Improved Access The Historic Onancock School Com- tion, and a tentative start date of July 1, of HVAC equipment. munity & Cultural Center was award- 2020, has been selected. The start date The HOS Community & Cultural ed a $50,000 grant for improving ac- must be flexible to comply with state Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Tenants cess to its historic school building. The guidelines regarding use of the build- include 14 artists and makers in work- award, from the Eastern Shore of Vir- ing. The project is expected to be com- ing studios, two arts organizations, a ginia Community Foundation, will as- pleted before the end of 2021. Mark- table tennis club, fitness club, community sist HOS in installation of a new wheel- ing the building’s 100th birthday, the band, several start up entrepreneurs, and chair lift in the building, which has not wheelchair lift project will be the cul- the Eastern Shore Waterman’s Museum. been accessible to persons with mobil- mination of a series of improvements Many local, federal, and private groups ity issues since its opening in 1921. made in recent years, including interior use the facility for meetings and family This project will also include renovat- and exterior painting, roof repairs, ren- gatherings. For more information, go to ing bathrooms to achieve Americans ovation of classrooms, and installation https://www.historiconancockschool.org/ with Disabilities Act compliance and will cost approximately $95,000. Ad- A&N Electric Cooperative Named 2020 Tree Line USA ditional funds needed to complete the The Arbor Day Foundation has named meeting five program standards. Utili- project will be raised through a capital A&N Electric Cooperative a 2020 Tree ties must follow industry standards for Martinez Signs campaign, which has been underway Line USA in honor of its commitment to quality tree care; provide annual worker since March, but will begin in earnest proper tree pruning, planting, and care training in best tree care practices; spon- With Shaw U. as soon as the coronavirus lockdown in the cooperative’s service area. sor a tree planting and public education Northampton High School Athletics is relaxed sufficiently to permit fund Tree Line USA, a partnership be- program; maintain a tree-based energy announced that Wendi Martinez, a se- raising events. tween the foundation and the National conservation program; and participate nior soccer player, has signed a $10,000 Executive Director Joani Donohoe Association of State Foresters, recogniz- in an Arbor Day celebration. grant-in-aid with Shaw University to said of this project, “HOS has been es public and private utilities for pursu- ANEC becomes only the third play soccer and run track for the 2020- hampered for years because neither ing practices that protect and enhance electric cooperative and fourth elec- 21 school year. the upper nor lower floors of our build- America’s urban trees. Tree Line USA tric utility in the commonwealth of Martinez played center midfield/ ing have been accessible. With the new promotes the dual goals of delivering Virginia to achieve the Tree Line forward for Northampton. She had 25 lift in place, both levels will be fully ac- safe and reliable electricity while main- USA designation. More information goals and 26 assists in three years. In cessible and an ADA-compliant bath- taining healthy community forests. about Tree Line USA can be found at the 2019 season, she was first team all room will be available for everyone us- ANEC achieved Tree Line USA by www.arborday.org/ TreeLineUSA district, first team all region, and hon- ing the building.” orable mention all state. She won three OHS alumna Roberta Dean, presi- Happy Birthday Demetria aka “Mimi.” On May 22, district titles (2017, 2018, and 2019). dent of the HOS board, explained that 2020, Mimi will turn 17. It was around her birthday She made first team all district twice support from the alumni and other last year that she was diagnosed with End Stage (2017, 2019). Martinez was captain at members of the community will be crit- Renal Disease. But as a former cheerleader, she NHS in 2019 and 2020. ical now that many potential business never “missed a beat.” After moving from her sponsors are struggling financially due home on the Eastern Shore to Norfolk to be closer to CHKD, Mimi attended Booker T. Washington High to COVID-19. “We are counting on our School, in Norfolk, VA, and became a member of alumni and friends to make this project their volleyball team. work. We hope everyone will recognize “Demetria is an absolute joy to have for any edu- the tremendous value of being able to cator. She doesn’t allow her medical challenges open our facilities to more seniors and keep her from striving high and maintaining excel- people with mobility problems.” lent grades. I can recall many school counseling Bids have been obtained for the sessions with her to ensure she maintained good wheelchair lift and related construc- academic standing. She would even call me when she was home recovering due to treatments to manage her schoolwork. What I admire most Jaxon’s & about Demetria is her strength and refusal to let PUBLIC NOTICE her health keep her from being the best she can Jaxon’s Hardware Northampton County’s Bird- be. There are adults that aren’t as fearless as snest, Bayview, Wardtown, her.” Anyone that meets her can learn resil- ience,” said Rhonda Lindsey, M.A., QMHP-C, Hare Valley, Cheapside Professional School Counselor, College Liaison at New ShipmeNt and Eastville Waste Collec- Booker T. Washington High. tion Centers will be closed Instead of birthday gifts this year, please of GuNS & Ammo consider becoming a living donor. Mimi has on Monday, May 25, 2020, O+ blood type and could use your support. If ArriviNG weekly in observance of Memorial you are interested in becoming a living donor please visit www.Sentara.donorscreen.org or 665-5967 • 665-5023 Day. Please plan your solid contact her parents Shatisha and Quincy 800-772-5023 Parksley, VA waste disposal accordingly. Rogers at [email protected] 36 • Eastern Shore Post • May 22, 2020 Community Notes

the Shore Delivery Corps exists. will be something for everyone. Par- Complimentary For more information, call Virtual Marine ticipants will be able to interact with (757) 801-9950. some of the leading scientists in the Paper Products Science Day field of marine science as well as ex- Send a Cheery plore the areas of research conducted Shore Delivery Corps now offers The Virginia Institute of Marine at VIMS. A special feature will be the free toilet paper and paper towels once Note to a Nursing Science will host an online Marine Sci- Careers in Marine Science sessions – weekly to local people in an effort to ence Day Saturday, May 30, from 10 in which faculty, staff, and students keep vulnerable neighbors at home, Home Resident a.m. to 3 p.m., at https://www.vims. from a variety of fields will be avail- safe from COVID-19. edu/public/msd/index.php able to answer questions about their Holt Paper Co. agreed to let the Isolation can bring loneliness and This family-friendly, virtual event jobs and career paths. corps get products at pre-pandemic depression, especially to those in nurs- will provide a fun, educational, and Registration is required to access prices. A donor, who prefers to remain ing homes. Many Shore folks have be- engaging day of exploration. From the Marine Science Day virtual plat- anonymous, paid for the products. gun sending cards to lift the spirits of seafood cooking demonstrations and form. Visit www.vims.edu/msd for Shore Delivery Corps organized at the those in long-term care facilities. Q&A sessions with scientists to story more information, a schedule of the end of March. Volunteers pick up grocer- Here are the addresses of local long- times and do-at-home crafts, there day’s activities, and to register. ies and medications at suppliers in both term care facilities: counties and deliver them to people who • Heritage Hall, P.O. Box 176, Nas- call the phone bank for assistance. sawadox, VA 23413 GoToMeeting ACDC Monthly Meeting Each weekly delivery can now in- • Commonwealth Senior Living, Wednesday, June 3, 2020, 6:00 PM clude eight rolls of toilet paper and 23610 North St., Onancock, VA 23417 The Accomack County Democratic Committee (ACDC) will convene its June monthly business four rolls of paper towels. • Shore Health and Rehabilitation meeting via www.gotomeeting.com Current ACDC members and invited guests have been The complimentary products will Center, 26181 Parksley Road, Parksley, provided access information for the meeting. To join the remote meeting on Wednesday, June 3, send an email to [email protected] to request the access login. continue through June, or as long as VA 23421. Arggghh Matey: Watermen, Farmers, Ten in a Row Retro Country Crafters: 99 3 Put your ad in the Virtual Farmers Market for ONLY $11/WEEK! Email Angie Huether Crutchley WOWThatsCountry.com at [email protected] May 22, 2020 • Eastern Shore Post • 37 Eastern Shore Trading POST Classified Ads, Real Estate Ads, Auctions, and Legal Notices Announcements Help Wanted

Rest in Peace Van Parker

Happy Birthday, Tita !

Thanks to everyone for their love and Today, Friday, May 22 — her birthday –– Teresa “Tita” deGavre will be support of our sister, Van Parker. only a few short years away from possibly becoming the oldest living Sincerely, person in Virginia, a recognition that she is not really looking forward to obtaining — but one that we hope she does reach! (The lady who does Sister Tina & Brother Dione hold that distinction is now 112.) Long live, Tita! Only a mere 106, Tita is still at her cherished Deep Creek Plantation where she is lovingly cared for by Tammy and her team of awesome County Attorney To Accomack County Residents: FT position with benefits & employment contract ladies — Ursula, Sadra, Shykerea, Ann, and Karen. Tita’s been there Salary/ Range: Negotiable, based on experience ever since she and her husband, Chet, bought the estate at an auction During this difficult time we want you to know, that held on the steps of the bank in Onancock in the early 1950s. Tita had although we are closed to the public, the Accomack The County of Accomack is seeking qualified applicants been in the States only a few years by then, but immediately fell in love Co. DSS will continue to operate under normal busi- for the full-time County Attorney position. The County with the Shore; it reminded her so much of Hayling Island, near ness hours (8:30 – 5:00). Attorney serves as legal advisor and reports directly to Southampton on the south coast of England, where she grew up. the Board of Supervisors. The position is responsible Any individual needing Medicaid, TANF, SNAP(also for providing legal guidance to the Board and County Born at the outbreak of World War l, suffering through the Great known as food stamps), or Child Care Subsidy should administration. Issues encountered can range from Depression, enduring so much during the bombings and ravages of apply at CommonHelp (www.virginia.commonhelp.org). routine to extremely complex in nature and requires World War ll, she has seen and experienced in her 11 decades more You may also call 1-855-635-4370, to apply by phone. well-rounded legal background and excellent research than most of us every will, from, for example, marveling at the invention For Medicaid only, you may call 1-855-242-8282. and negotiation skills. The County Attorney supervises of the horseless carriage to watching a rover drive around on Mars. one full-time legal assistant and reports to nine (9) Probably the most momentous decision she ever made was to leave For child and adult abuse calls, continue to call our members of the Board of Supervisors. England after the War, immigrate to the States, and bring her two sons main number 757-787-1530, during normal business hours. After hours you may call the Sheriff’s depart- Minimum qualifications: Juris Doctorate degree, with — then 8 and 6 — with her to make a new life. She worried that the op- admission to the Virginia State Bar and demonstrated portunities in war-torn England for her boys would be every limited, and ment, or the State Hotline: (800) 552-7096 knowledge of best legal practices and the Code of America with Chet would give them a life she hoped would give them the Call or email your worker or call the main number: Virginia. Five to seven years of prior experience with circumstances for a happy, successful life. 757-787-1530, if you have any questions. public government in Virginia. Preferred qualifications: Though my brother and I cannot be with Mom this day, with no thanks Prior experience as a County Attorney in Virginia, Please use the blue drop box in front of the building legislative monitoring experience and familiarity with to Corona (He’s in Washington; I’m in Florida), we would love to tell if you need to drop off any paperwork. Include your Board Docs software; or an equivalent combination of her again how truly thankful we are that she made that decision over case name and number (if possible). education, training, and experience. seventy years ago — and to “Wish her health, happiness, and a very If we stick together, we will get through this. Be safe. Satisfactory completion of criminal, financial, media ~The staff at Accomack County Department and civil litigation background checks, verification of joyous Happy Birthday! We love you!” education credentials as well as a pre-employment of Social Services~ physical and drug screening. ~from Tim and Caroline deGavre, Rob and PLEASE NOTE: AICC and Members Helping Members are currently taking applications, for help Interested applicants should visit the County’s employment Angela deGavre website for further details and application instructions. with power and other bills. We have placed some at Review of candidate applications will begin June 1, 2020. our front door to be completed and placed in our drop box, anytime. Or you may call our main number (787- The County of Accomack is committed to an inclusive www.easternshorepost.com 1530), to have an application mailed to you. and diverse workforce. 38 • Eastern Shore Post • May 22, 2020 TURNER Family Dentistry (Cont’d) Help Wanted is seeking an enthusiastic Help Wanted Experienced Class A CDL Driver full-time RDH for a pa- needed for hauling produce from field to process- MALE OR FEMALE tient focused high tech of- EASTERN SHORE RURAL HEALTH SYSTEM, INC. ing plant. Current CDL & Medical Card. Clean driving MATE for fishing boat. Must fice. Please send resume to is currently recruiting record. Seasonal travel to FL required. Excellent equip- live on or close to Chincote- [email protected] ment. Competitive pay .40/mile & Medical available. ague. Can lead to year-round Nurse Manager Call 757-678-5097. work. 757-894-8148. Boats, Etc. for the ONANCOCK GENERAL Atlantic Community Health Center STORE Pis looking for CHARTER BOAT a Breakfast/Lunch Cook. $15,000 OBO - 34’ Delta- Lead our dedicated and talented clinical support staff Great hours. Must be ex- ville Dead-Rise $15,000 team to provide quality care and exceptional customer Truck Mechanic Needed: perienced & have referenc- obo - Charter Fishing Boat. service to the community! Eastern Shore of Virginia. Responsibilities include es. Please call 787-9495. 2012 Re-Power Cat 3208T preventative maintenance, inspections, services, EXPERIENCED RES- (757) 678-3718. Current licensure as an RN with at least 2 years of hospi- diagnosing & repair for a fleet of 8 tractors and TAURANT COOK Please MERCURY OUTBOARD tal or office nurse management experience, skilled in the 14 trailers. Familiar with air brakes, A/C, & electrical Call 954-650-4399. PROPELLER SS 22- provision of medical/surgical or primary care. systems. Ability to work unsupervised; self-starter. FLAGGER Traffic Plan is PITCH - Like new. $450. hiring FT Flaggers to set 757-710-0070. A person in this position must be a visionary with su- $22-27/hr., depending on experience. up & control traffic around ANTIQUE 1956 MERCU- pervisory experience, mature judgment, good leadership, Call 410-530-4590. construction sites. Must RY outboard, electric start interpersonal skills, great communication and strong be able to pass a drug w/0 hours, 8-pt. over haul! computer skills. Must have the ability to manage a bud- test and have a driver’s $1,995 or buy a 1950s 16-ft. get for medical supplies, delegate responsibilities, create license. We offer competi- (or so) run-about and keep a climate of teamwork and ensure accountability among Now Hiring Packing Shed Workers tive pay, scheduled raises, sailing! Jim: 757-789-5141. those he/she supervises. Bilingual skills are a plus. Must be 18 or older Starting Pay $8.10 per hour. Over- and benefits. Apply online 3 POMPANETTE DECK time Pay $12.15 per hour. Open Interviews Thurs & Fri, www.trafficplan.com CHAIRS with fight- Accounting/Business Analyst May 21-22, 10am-3pm, at 19319 Seaside Rd., Cheriton, VA. ing gimbals. $300. Call POULTRY FARM TEN- 443-477-2407. for the Call 757-678-5097. the Corporate Office ANT AND LABORER 8 house poultry farm Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting, fi- looking for reliable ten- nance, business or a related field OR have equivalent ex- Estamos Contratando ant and laborer in acco- perience. Must have knowledge of generally accepted ac- Debe tener 18 afios o mas. Pago inicial $ 8.10 por hara mack county. Must be counting principles and standards including healthcare Horas extras Pagar $ 12.15 por hora Entrevistas abiertas able to speak English. Se- or nonprofit accounting. Jueves y Viernes 21-22 de mayo 10am-3pm rious inquiries only! Call 757-894-8456 Individual must be professional, self-motivated and 19319 Seaside Rd., Cheriton, VA. have strong attention to detail, comunication, team- Llame al (757)678-5097. FORMULA 233 work, customer service and computer skills. Bilingual HIRING COOKS, CASHIERS, THUNDERBIRD - skills are a plus. Northampton County Sheriff’s Office is accepting full time DISHWASHERS 23-ft. 5-7 350 V8 (less than 50 hrs.) New stern drive (less These are full-time positions with benefits. employment applications for: Part-time & full-time available. than 10 hrs.) Great open deck, Correctional Officer If you are a mission-driven person looking to make a dif- Applications available Cuddy Cabin, Loadrite trailer w/ Job will require shift work, nights, weekends and at Exmore Diner or on pwr. winch, well kept, exc. cond. ference, applicants may apply through the link below by some holidays. Qualifications: over the age of 21 and May 27, 2020. Virginia Employment Reduced: $5,900. have obtained high school diploma or GED. Certifica- Commission website. t i o n s m u s t b e o b t a i n e d w i t h i n o n e y e a r o f e m p l o y m e n t . https://employees.esrh.org/Careers/ 757-710-7146. Applications may be obtained from the Sheriff’s Office, 5211 No Phone Calls Eastern Shore Rural Health offers a competitive The Hornes, Eastville, Va. 23347, or the Eastern Shore Re- benefits package and our campuses are Tobacco- gional Jail Office located at 5245 The Hornes, Eastville, Va. Free Workplaces. EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet 23347, or the county’s website www.co.northampton.va.us Deadline for applications: April 30, 2020 HVACTRAFFICHiring CONTROL refrigeration - Northampton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. assistantFT FLAGGERS Emergency Medical Technician (ALS preferred) TrainingEure Inc. available is hiring for Northampton County is accepting applications for Full- and MustFULL be TIME able Flaggers to work 7am for Part-time Emergency Medical Technicians (ALS Preferred) forsetting 5 days up and consecutively directing in the Emergency Medical Services Department. andtraffic be on on time active roads. Must live on Eastern Applicant must at a minimum possess the following: Com- 1988 Grady White OvertimeShore, availableable to pass a 20’, 225 h.p. monwealth of Virginia–Department of Health Emergency Need a New 757-442-4428drug screening, and have Medical Technician certification, CPR, valid VA Driver’s Li- a valid driver’s license. Yamaha, 2 axle cense with good driving record, Emergency Vehicle Opera- NO experience needed. trailer. Ready to go. tors Course, and Hazardous Materials Awareness. Criminal HIRING IMMEDIATELY! Background check, physical and drug screening are re- Employee?! APPLY ONLINE TODAY REDUCED: $7,000. quirements with this position. @ eureinc.com Call 757-824-5748. An application can be obtained at the EMS Of- f i c e o r o n t h e N o r t h a m p t o n C o u n t y E M S w e b s i t e Email: ’00 MAXUM 2800 SCR (www.Northampton-ems.org). Completed application SHELL TRUCK twin 4.3L V6 engines. Exc. cond. w/recent (2014) form, cover letter, copies of current certifications, and www angie DELIVERY DRIVER copy of DMV driving record can be submitted to the De- . @ maintenance record. Many partment of EMS, P.O. BOX 235 Eastville, VA 23347, no easternshorepost.com WANTED: extras. $16K OBO. Call later than May 15, 2020. 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NOTICE: ABANDONED WATERCRAFT TOWN OF ONANCOCK BUDGET AD PUBLIC Notice is hereby given that the following watercraft has HEARING CORRECTION been abandoned for more than 60 DAYS on the property The Trash Collection fee for FY21 will be $96.00/per year of: James Haley, 5389 Deep Hole Rd., Chincoteague, Va., household ($48.00 increase annually) 23336, 757-894-7941 Legal Description of watercraft: Chincoteage, 20ft, 1984, White, HIN# GBQA01010984 Registration# VA-3949-LL Advertising TRUSTEE SALE Application for Watercraft Registration/Title will be 30393 Temperanceville Road, made in accordance with Section 29.1-733.25 of the Code Temperanceville, VA 23442 of Virginia if this watercraft is not claimed and removed Accomack County within 30 days of first publication of this notice. Please TRUSTEE’S SALE OF 1.88 ACRE PARCEL OF REAL In execution of a Deed of Trust in the original princi- contact the Virginia Department of Game and Inland PROPERTY, ASSIGNED TAX MAP NO. 13-6-A , SITU- pal amount of $375,000.00, dated January 6, 2009, Fisheries with questions ATED ADJACENT TO 6081 CREEK COURT, JAMES- recorded in the Clerk’s Office of the Circuit Court of VILLE, VA 23354. In execution of a certain Deed of the Accomack County, Virginia, in Document No. Trust dated April 23, 2004, in the original principal 200900084, default having occurred in the payment of amount of $231,750.00 recorded in the Clerk’s Office, the Note thereby secured and at the request of the hold- Circuit Court for Northampton County, Virginia as In- er of said Note, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will strument No. 040001253. The undersigned Substitute offer for sale at public auction at the entrance to the Cir- Trustee will offer for sale at public auction in the front cuit Court of Accomack County, 23316 Courthouse TRUSTEE’S SALE OF 7257 SPUR LN, A/R/T/A 7263 of the Circuit Court building for Northampton County, Avenue, Accomack, on June 15, 2020, at 11:30 AM, SPUR LN, MACHIPONGO, VA 23405. In execution of a 5229 The Hornes, Eastville, Virginia on June 19, 2020, at the property described in said deed, located at the above certain Deed of Trust dated April 30, 2007, in the original 2:00 PM, the property described in said Deed of Trust, address and briefly described as: principal amount of $98,000.00 recorded in the Clerk’s located at the above address, and more particularly de- Office, Circuit Court for Northampton County, Virginia as scribed as follows: PARCEL 2 ALL THAT CERTAIN Parcel I: Instrument No. 070001059. The undersigned Substitute LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE NEAR JAMES- Parcel A, containing 1.53 acres, as shown on plat Trustee will offer for sale at public auction in the front of VILLE, OCCOHANNOCK NECK, NORTHAMPTON attached to deed recorded in Instrument No. the Circuit Court building for Northampton County, 5229 COUNTY, VIRGINIA, CONTAINING BY ACTUAL SUR- 200502930, and The Hornes, Eastville, Virginia on June 19, 2020, at 2:00 VEY THEREOF, MADE BY GEORGE H. BADGER, C.S., PM, the property described in said Deed of Trust, located UNDER DATED OF AUGUST 21, 1954 AS SHOWN BY Parcel II: at the above address, and more particularly described A CERTAIN PLAT ENTITLED, “PROPERTY OF E. J. Parcel B, containing 2.65 acres, as shown on plat as follows: ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL MARTIN HEIRS, OCCOHANNOCK NECK, VA,” CON- attached to deed recorded in Instrument No. OF LAND SITUATE ABOUT ONE-HALF (1/2) MILE TAINING ONE AND EIGHTY-EIGHT HUNDREDTHS 200502930, with improvements thereon SOUTHWEST OF SHADYSIDE, NORTHAMPTON (1.88) ACRES, MORE OR LESS, AND BOUNDED ON COUNTY, VIRGINIA, TOGETHER WITH THE BUILD- THE NORTH BY LANDS OF C.R. LINDENZWEIG, III, Subject to any and all covenants, conditions, re- INGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON, WHICH LOT ET UX; ON THE EAST BY THE LOW WATER MARK OF strictions, easements, and all other matters of re- IS FORTY-FIVE YARDS (45 YDS.) LONG AND FORTY- NASSAWADOX CREEK; ON THE SOUTH BY PARCEL cord taking priority over the Deed of Trust, if any, FIVE YARDS (45 YDS.) WIDE, AND IS BOUNDED AS 1 HEREINABOVE DESCRIBED; AND ON THE WEST affecting the aforesaid property. FOLLOWS: ON THE NORTH BY LANDS NOW OR FOR- BY A TWELVE FOOT (12 FT.) ROAD SEPARATING MERLY OF LIZZIE STEVENS; ON THE EAST BY THE SAID LOT FROM LANDS OF DONNIE MILES, ET UX, TERMS OF SALE: CASH: A deposit of $20,000.00 or LANDS NOW OR FORMERLY OF ARTHUR MORRIS; TOGETHER WITH A RIGHT-OF-WAY IN THE TWELVE 10% of the sales price, whichever is lower, cash or certi- ON THE SOUTH BY THE LANDS NOW OR FORMERLY FOOT (12 FT.) ROAD LEADING FROM THE SOUTH- fied check will be required at the time of sale, but no more OF SMITH BELL; AND ON THE WEST BY THE LANDS WEST CORNER OF SAID LOT TO VIRGINIA STATE than $10,000.00 of cash will be accepted, with settlement NOW OR FORMERLY OF JOHN LANE`S HEIRS. THIS HIGHWAY ROUTE 615, AS SAID ROAD IS SHOWN within fifteen (15) days from the date of sale. Sale is sub- CONVEYANCE IS MADE EXPRESSLY SUBJECT TO ON SAID PLAT. A COPY OF SAID PLAT BEING AT- ject to post sale confirmation that the borrower did not THE EASEMENTS, RESTRICTIONS AND RESERVA- TACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THAT CERTAIN file for protection under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code prior TIONS CONTAINED IN DULY RECORDED DEEDS, DEED DATED AUGUST 16, 1964 BETWEEN EVERETT to the sale which affects the validity of the sale, as well PLATS AND OTHER INSTRUMENTS CONSTITUTING J. MARTIN, ET UX, ET ALS, AND JAMES F. SINCLAIR as to post-sale confirmation of the status of the loan with CONSTRUCTIVE NOTICE IN THE CHAIN OF TITLE AND NAN CULLEN SINCLAIR, OF RECORD IN THE the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determi- TO THE PROPERTY HEREBY CONVEYED, WHICH AFORESAID CLERK`S OFFICE IN DEED BOOK 151, nation of whether the borrower entered into any repay- HAVE NOT EXPIRED BY LIMITATION OF TIME OR PAGES 704-707, SAID LOT BEING SHOWN ON SAID ment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to OTHERWISE BECOME INEFFECTUAL. TERMS OF PLAT AS LOT “A”. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bid- the sale. In any such event, the sale shall be null and void, SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of ten percent (10%) der’s deposit of ten percent (10%) of the sale price or ten and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall of the sale price or ten percent (10%) of the original prin- percent (10%) of the original principal balance of the be the return of his deposit without interest. Additional cipal balance of the subject Deed of Trust, whichever is subject Deed of Trust, whichever is lower, in the form of terms may be announced at the time of sale. Pursuant to lower, in the form of cash or certified funds payable to the cash or certified funds payable to the Substitute Trustee the Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, we advise Substitute Trustee must be present at the time of the sale. must be present at the time of the sale. The balance of you that this firm is a debt collector attempting to collect The balance of the purchase price will be due within fif- the purchase price will be due within fifteen (15) days of the indebtedness referred to herein and any information teen (15) days of sale, otherwise Purchaser’s deposit may sale, otherwise Purchaser’s deposit may be forfeited to we obtain will be used for that purpose. be forfeited to Trustee. Time is of the essence. If the sale Trustee. Time is of the essence. If the sale is set aside for is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled to a SAMUEL I. WHITE, P.C., Substitute Trustee be entitled to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser may, if provided may, if provided by the terms of the Trustee’s Memoran- by the terms of the Trustee’s Memorandum of Foreclosure This is a communication from a debt collector. dum of Foreclosure Sale, be entitled to a $50 cancellation Sale, be entitled to a $50 cancellation fee from the Substi- FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: fee from the Substitute Trustee, but shall have no further tute Trustee, but shall have no further recourse against SAMUEL I. WHITE, P.C. (75023) recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. 596 Lynnhaven Parkway Suite 200 Mortgagee’s attorney. A form copy of the Trustee’s memo- A form copy of the Trustee’s memorandum of foreclosure Virginia Beach, VA 23452 randum of foreclosure sale and contract to purchase real sale and contract to purchase real property is available for 757-457-1460 - Call between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. property is available for viewing at www.bwwsales.com. viewing at www.bwwsales.com. Additional terms, if any, to or visit our website at www.siwpc.net Additional terms, if any, to be announced at the sale. This be announced at the sale. This is a communication from a is a communication from a debt collector and any infor- debt collector and any information obtained will be used mation obtained will be used for that purpose. The sale is for that purpose. The sale is subject to seller confirmation. subject to seller confirmation. Substitute Trustee: Equity Substitute Trustee: Equity Trustees, LLC, 2101 Wilson Trustees, LLC, 2101 Wilson Blvd., Suite 1004, Arling- Blvd., Suite 1004, Arlington, VA 22201. For more informa- ton, VA 22201. For more information contact: BWW Law tion contact: BWW Law Group, LLC, attorneys for Equity ATTORNEYS: Group, LLC, attorneys for Equity Trustees, LLC, 6003 Trustees, LLC, 6003 Executive Blvd, Suite 101, Rockville, Legal ads are now searchable on the Executive Blvd, Suite 101, Rockville, MD 20852, 301-961- MD 20852, 301-961-6555, website: www.bwwsales.com. 6555, website: www.bwwsales.com. VA-348610-1. VA-343679-1. state-wide database!! 42 • Eastern Shore Post • May 22, 2020

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POST-FILING ANNOUNCEMENT FOR TV POST-FILING ANNOUNCEMENT FOR TV PUBLIC NOTICE TRANSLATOR W18EG-D TRANSLATOR W25AA-D The Northampton County Board of Zoning Appeals On May 19, 2020, County of Accomack, Virginia filed On May 19, 2020, County of Accomack, Virginia filed will conduct a meeting on Thursday, June 4, 2020, at an application to renew the license for TV Translator an application to renew the license for TV Translator 10:00 a.m. The meeting will be an in person for ap- W18EG-D, which rebroadcasts WTKR, Channel 40, Nor- W25AA-D, which rebroadcasts WTKR, Channel 40, Nor- plicants and conducted as an electronic meeting con- folk, Virginia; WAVY-TV, Channel 19, Portsmouth, Virgin- folk, Virginia; WAVY-TV, Channel 19, Portsmouth, Virgin- ducted through the “Zoom” platform for others inter- ia; WVEC, Channel 11, Hampton, Virginia; and WHRO- ia; WVEC, Channel 11, Hampton, Virginia; and WHRO- ested citizens to participate in the meeting either by TV, Channel 16, Hampton-Norfolk, Virginia. W18EG-D TV, Channel 16, Hampton-Norfolk, Virginia. W25AA-D is calling in and listening to the proceedings or logging in is licensed to serve Accomack, Virginia, on Channel 18 licensed to serve Onancock, Virginia, on Channel 25 with through their computers to view/listen to the meeting. with 8 kilowatts of power from a transmitter site located 7.9 kilowatts of power from a transmitter site located at The dial-in and log-in information will be posted on the at coordinates 37° 50’ 32.7” North, 75° 34’ 16.1” West. In- coordinates 37° 50’ 32.7” North, 75° 34’ 16.1” West. Indi- County’s website (www.co.northampton.va.us) on June dividuals who wish to advise the FCC of facts relating to viduals who wish to advise the FCC of facts relating to 3rd at noon. our renewal application and to whether this station has our renewal application and to whether this station has operated in the public interest should file comments and operated in the public interest should file comments and A. Public hearing from 10:00-10:30 a.m. petitions with the FCC by September 1, 2020. Further petitions with the FCC by September 1, 2020. Further Variance 2020-03: Mark Sturgis has applied for a information concerning the FCC’s broadcast license re- information concerning the FCC’s broadcast license re- variance of 16.5 feet from the required 60 feet front newal process is available at 23296 Courthouse Avenue, newal process is available at 23296 Courthouse Avenue, yard setback for a total front yard setback of 43.5 feet. Suite 203, Accomack, Virginia, or may be obtained from Suite 203, Accomack, Virginia, or may be obtained from The property is located at Lot 195 Black Drum Lane the FCC, Washington, DC 20554, www.fcc.gov. the FCC, Washington, DC 20554, www.fcc.gov. and zoned as ES/R-RVR (Existing Subdivision/Res- idential-Rural Village Residential) and contains ap- proximately 0.69 acres of land. The property is further described as Tax Map 38A1-1-195. NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING 1994 for the Pioneer Mobile Home Park from 21 lots B. Public hearing from 10:30-11:00 a.m. to 22 lots, correcting the existing lots within the Park; Exception 2020-02: Leonard R. and Miriam G. Sturgis THE ACCOMACK COUNTY BOARD OF ZONING AP- have applied for a buffer exception. They are request- PEALS WILL HOLD AN ELECTRONIC PUBLIC 2) a Special Use Permit pursuant to Accomack Coun- ty Code Section 106-53 (13) and 106-231 to expand ing an exception of 960 square foot and 63 feet from the HEARING ON WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2020, AT 10 required 100-foot CBPA buffer width. The property is A.M., PURSUANT TO THE ORDINANCE ADOPTED the Pioneer Mobile Home Park located at Tax Map #70-A-130 & 70-A-128A on Society Drive to the south located 10182 Locust Lawn Drive and zoned as A/RB BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ON MARCH 20, (Agriculture/Rural Business). The property is further 2020, CONFIRMING AND RATIFYING THE DECLA- onto Tax Map #70-A-128 with 8 lots and further iden- RATION OF A LOCAL EMERGENCY ISSUED BY THE tified as Phase 1 Expansion and to the east on Tax described as Tax Map 31-A-112B. ACCOMACK COUNTY DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY Map #70-A-141 and 70-A-142 with 22 lots and further C. Public hearing from 11:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. SERVICES ON MARCH 20, 2020, MADE NECESSARY identified as Phase II Expansion. Both expansions Appeal 2020-02: Scott T. Graves has appealed the BY COVID-19 AND IMPLEMENTING EMERGENCY would be accessible from Society Drive; County’s zoning decision (administrative wavier) ren- PROCEDURES TO ENSURE CONTINUITY OF COUN- 3) a variance of up to 20 feet from the 50 ft. road stan- dered on January 21, 2020 regarding the planned en- TY GOVERNMENT. dard pursuant to Accomack County Code Section 106- croachment into the resource protection area on (Lot 231 (b) for the existing Society Drive which will be 38C1-1-16 Wilsonia Harbor Way). THE PUBLIC MAY PARTICIPATE IN THE FOLLOW- utilized as the access to the new expansion areas; and ING MANNER: 4) a variance of up to 35 feet from the perimeter D. Public hearing from 11:30-11:45 a.m. 1) Submit written comments to the email address: boundary of the mobile park pursuant to Accomack Appeal 2020-03: Bob and Leah Shepherd has appealed [email protected] until Tuesday, June 2, County Code Section 106-231(a). The property is the County’s zoning decision (administrative wavier) 2020, at 5:00 p.m.; zoned Agricultural. rendered on January 21, 2020 regarding the planned 2) Submit written comments thru mail at P.O. Box 93, encroachment into the resource protection area on (Lot Accomac, VA 23301 which must be received by Tuesday, B. SUSE-000033-2020 Miguel Merino de Jesus 38C1-1-16 Wilsonia Harbor Way). A public hearing initiated by Miguel Merino de Jesus, May 5, 2020; or E. Public hearing from 11:45 p.m.-12:15 p.m. 3) Call the County staff at 757-787-5739 until Tuesday, applicant, with approval from the property owner Ru- perto Gonzales Roblero, to request a Special Use Per- Exception 2020-03: Anita G. Brennan has applied for June 2, 2020, at 12:00 p.m. and relay comments to a buffer exception. She is requesting an exception of them, including your name and address. mit pursuant to Accomack County Code Section 106- 53 (7) for an automobile repair shop and sell tires at 3,247 square foot and 44 feet from the required 100- All comments received will be entered into the record for Tax Map #79-A-32A located at 19336 Lankford High- foot CBPA buffer width. The property is located at Lot the public hearing(s). way, Parksley, VA. The property is zoned Agricultural. 18 Peacock Lane and zoned as ES/R-RVR (Existing Subdivision/Residential-Rural Village Residential). THE ELECTRONIC MEETING WILL BE C. SUSE-000035-2020 Kenneth Wozniak LIVESTREAMED ON THE COUNTY WEBSITE at www. The property is further described as Tax Map 38A2- A public hearing initiated by Kenneth Wozniak to 1-18. co.accomack.va.us – click on “LISTEN TO MEETING AU- request a Special Use Permit pursuant to Accomack DIO.” The Board of Zoning Appeals members, County staff County Code Section 106-53 (14) for a travel trailer Written comments submitted during the Public Hearings and the applicants and their representatives will be par- to be used for intermittent habitation while hunting should be emailed to the County’s Planning, Permitting ticipating electronically. at Tax Map #40-A-110A located at Savannah Rd ap- and Enforcement Office by 3:00 p.m. on the June 3rd on The purpose of the meeting is convene the follow- proximately ¼ mile from the intersection of White the day before the meeting in order to be read into the ing public hearings: Crossing Road and Savannah Rd. The property is record. Email address: [email protected]. A. SUPV-000024-2020 Pioneer Mobile Home Park zoned Agricultural. Comments can also be faxed to 757-678-0483 for receipt A public hearing initiated by Peninsula Real Estate Public hearing related materials are available on the by 3:00 p.m. on June 3rd on the day before the meeting. Investments, LLC to request the following: County website at: http://www.boarddocs.com/va/coa/ The Agenda will be posted on BoardDocs, which is ac- 1) To amend Special Use Permit issued on May 18, Board.nsf/Public. cessed through the County’s website.

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CHESAPEAKE BAY BRIDGE AND TUNNEL DISTRICT CHESAPEAKE BAY BRIDGE AND TUNNEL DISTRICT PUBLIC NOTICE 0310, REPLACEMENT OF FAN MOTOR RMF 1135.0504, ROOF REPLACEMENT – The Northampton County Planning Commission will con- CONTROL CENTERS ADMINISTRATION BUILDING duct a meeting on Tuesday, June 2, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. The This project generally consists of the replacement of 24 This is a modified SBS (Styrene-Butadiene-Styrene) roof meeting will be conducted through an electronic “Zoom” motor control centers for the ventilation fan motors at project generally consisting of the replacement of the mem- platform, allowing citizens to participate in the meeting all four (4) ventilation buildings at the Chesapeake Bay brane roofing system portion of the Administration Building either by calling in and listening to the proceedings or Bridge-Tunnel facility and the integration of the new mo- using a 3-ply SBS modified system consisting of 2 plies of SBS logging in through their computers to view/listen to the tor control centers into the existing facility-wide Super- modified base sheeting and 1 ply of SBS cap sheet with heat meeting. The dial-in and log-in information will be posted visory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) network. welded seams according to manufacturer’s details and speci- on the County’s website (www.co.northampton.va.us) on For detailed information regarding this project, go to our fications. For detailed information regarding this project, go June 2nd. website at http://www.cbbt.com/request-for-proposals/. to our website at http://www.cbbt.com/request-for-proposals/. The Agenda will be posted on BoardDocs, which is ac- cessed through the County’s website.

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Shore Needs Better It seems to me that in good faith, with integrity and Op-Ed Page some concern for the community at large, both compa- Public Health Coordination mask makers, those feeding the children and neighbors, nies could do a better job of protecting employees with By Malaika Mitchell the Shore Delivery Corps and the Eastern Shore Post’s PPE including N-95 masks for work, and cloth masks ¿Sabes a quién llamar para obtener informacion article in Spanish and Haitian Creole have been won- for distribution to the workers’ families, purchased sobre el Corona Virus COVID-19? derful community efforts but we need something more. from local producers. Each household should also re- Eske ou konnen ki moun, pou ou rele si ou ta vle Someone has to manage “the crisis.” We are not help- ceive a thermometer and an oximeter; and the informa- gen bon jan information sou Covid-19? less in containing this virus but we need leadership. tion about virus transmission and available resources. The question is: Do you know who to call to find How about a collaboration of the boards of supervi- After an outbreak caused Pilgrim’s Pride to shut out about COVID-19? sors in each county with the medical facilities, the com- down, they are now investing more than $100 million to We are at the front end of a public health crisis. I munity service board, the departments of social ser- enhance safeguards for their workforce and more than repeat: a public health crisis! Who’s in charge? Where vices, Eastern Shore Area Agency on Aging, and East- $50 million to reward team members with thank-you bo- are the accessible information centers? Not everyone ern Virginia Medical School? For distribution/mobili- nuses. JBS USA and Pilgrim’s are also investing in new has a computer or a smart phone or knows to go to the zation there are churches, businesses, the department technologies such as ultraviolet (UV) germicidal air san- Virginia Department of Health or the CDC website. of motor vehicles and tax offices to assist. What if we itation and plasma air technology to neutralize potential A few weeks ago I Zoomed into a COVID-19 EVMS could reach nearly every Shore inhabitant with a docu- viruses in plant ventilation and air purification systems webinar. Nancy Welch from Chesapeake Public Health ment translated into their language that explains how to reduce the spread of coronavirus in their workplaces. caught my attention when she said “It’s our behavior this virus gets transmitted, what can be done, and avail- Tyson and Perdue could do this. No worker, essential or that’s going to make a difference. That’s all we have able resources? There could be kiosks from the Mary- otherwise, should have to work in fear, their only choice right now.” Right. Because there is no cure, no vaccine. land border to the CBBT that contain this document. being to risk their life or starve. We can make a difference, but instead of being ener- What about billboards that, like my translated lead-in, All of our essential workers need the best protections gized to fight back, it’s as if we are all stunned. Stunned would succinctly address the virus and where folks can available and the instruments for self-monitoring. and waiting, waiting for? In the interim nothing much call? There should be distribution points for masks and We need help from Gov. Northam. We need for mask has changed. Folks are tired of quarantine (I’m not ig- where possible, thermometers and oximeters—an ex- wearing to be mandatory. If one understands how the noring the economic aspect but dead/sick people can pense that could be picked up by government. After all, virus is transmitted, this request is a no brainer. And neither work nor consume) so now we’re going to re- this is a public health crisis. EVMS has a Critical Care we’ll need funds to initiate community public health open with no significant operational changes in place. Covid-19 Management Protocol including what you can outreach. It’s critical. This brings me back to the subject of a public health do if you’re told to stay home. Are our health care practi- Ms. Welch stressed that it’s physical, not social dis- crisis, during which our government is responsible for tioners aware of this and are they sharing it? tancing that’s being advocated and that physical dis- assuring an adequate local public health infrastruc- As for resources, besides the EVMS protocol, tancing works. Her opinion is that in order to reopen ture; promoting healthy communities and healthy be- masks, thermometers, and oximeters, I heard that for we need to 1) slow the spread; 2) have the capacity to haviors; preventing the spread of communicable dis- folks who test positive there is money to quarantine identify, test and isolate COVID-19 positive individuals. ease; health planning; and partnership development in a hotel in order to protect family members. If that’s I would love to see the Eastern Shore be the model and community mobilization. true, how would an individual find out about it? for how to beat this thing back. Please: Mask up, wash Where is the health planning, partnership devel- For 2019, Perdue’s revenue was $7.3 billion (before your hands, and practice physical distance. opment and community mobilization? The volunteer adjustments). Tyson’s sales and revenue was $42.43 Malaika Mitchell is a resident of Keller.

on my plate for dinner. For those on the partnering with the states or, at your sure that the farmers or processing Poultry Industry Exec processing lines each day, this is hard own expense, to ensure testing for your companies have what they need. Says ‘Thanks’ and tiring work already. Now you also employees. Thank you to the grain farmers bear the stress of protecting your fam- Thank you to the more than 1,300 working at all hours, in between all the By Holly Porter ilies from an infectious disease in the chicken growers across Delmarva rain, to get your crops planted, even as In these past few weeks, I’ve been community where you live. who continue to get up every morning you watched commodity prices falling interviewed by reporters from around Thank you to the chicken processing and care for their flocks, even during around the nation. the country, including many who don’t companies that stepped up, starting in these trying times of not knowing I am extremely appreciative of usually cover the chicken communi- March, to incorporate each piece of ad- when birds may be harvested or if you all the first responders and medical ty. At the end of each call, I’m usual- ditional guidance from federal, state might see any of the aid that seems to professionals working to protect the ly asked: “Is there anything else that or local governments to keep your em- be going to so many others. You con- health of everyone. But I’m also ap- you’d like to share? Anything we didn’t ployees safe when coming to work. tinue to practice rigourous biosecurity preciative of the Delmarva chicken cover?” Each time I’ve shared how From temperature monitoring, to ad- to protect your flocks, even when per- community, filled with unsung heroes proud I am to work with a communi- ditional sanitization and cleaning in sonal protective equipment is so hard who work uninterrupted to provide all ty of unsung heroes who deserve our break areas, to barriers and face masks to find. of us with a healthy food supply. So thanks. for those who can’t be 6 feet apart, to Thank you to the allied businesses as I did at the beginning, I say again: So I will start, rather than end, this additional pay and sick benefits, you still operating as a part of this criti- Thank you. note by saying: Thank you. Thank you have done all you can to protect your cal infrastructure to support so many Holly Porter is executive director of for the more than 20,000 chicken pro- most valuable assets – your employees – suppliers, lenders, insurance compa- Delmarva Poultry Industry Inc., the cessing company employees on Del- – while still trying to meet increased nies, maintenance and so much more. trade association for Delmarva the marva who have continued to go to demand for the food we supply. You are You’ve adjusted your hours, worked poultry industry. The association is work to prepare the meat that will be even taking additional steps in either within regulatory guidelines and made headquartered in Georgetown, Del. May 22, 2020 • Eastern Shore Post • 47

myself compelled to read the titles of recent edition, since those would be For my part, I cannot bear to hear, the books behind them, because pret- online, or why no one is flaunting “We will all get through this.” ty much everybody has bookshelves their Kindle or Nook library. Guess “No some of us won’t,” I want to in the background. (Except for musi- that just wouldn’t appear as cul- (and often do) scream. “Some of us cians; they have instruments.) tured or photogenic. will die.” I mean what worse way is I suppose the books are to portray And speaking of novels, when it there not to get through it? Post Script the talking head at the very least as comes to this coronavirus one, many of Perhaps the saddest perspective By Cheryl Sterling an avid reader and at the most as us seem to be getting a bit, shall I say, of this crisis is that I can submit an intellectual. It goes without say- grouchy. After sitting home and hear- this column of observations to the ing that the books — or at least the ing the same catchphrases repeated editor with the notation that it can Now, admit it. With all of these tele- covers — depict the classics, or edu- ad nauseam, day and night, one can run “whenever.” It is not particularly vision personalities broadcasting from cational offerings. In the case of law- become more than a bit annoyed. timely since there is no end in sight. their homes these pandemic days, yers, there are the obligatory multi- For example, my furloughed niece, Granted, all of these aforemen- we’ve all pictured just where we’d set volume state codes neatly arranged the mother of two young children, tioned observations are trivial in up from our own quarantine location if on the shelves. Nowhere is a lurid is ready to scream if she hears one light of our devastating situation. the opportunity presented itself. crime book or a romance novel to be more person preach, “We’re all in But I leave it to the working journal- But while you’re busy choosing just found. I highly suspect that many this together.” ists to present the more complicated the right backdrop, I’m betting it in- of the literary offerings are merely “No, we are not,” she would like to and tragic aspects of this crisis. cludes books. You see, as the talking cardboard or computerized phonies. argue. “Some have money, some still I offer merely a short breathing heads are supposedly uplifting and/ Apparently we are not to wonder have jobs, others are dying; we are space. or informing my barricaded life, I find why the lawbooks are not of the most not all in the same boat.” Stay safe.

Reader Shares the numerous sidings along of way and exceptions (sidings) in- I truly hope we will read more of the route. stalled in order to perpetuate the his articles. Trail Study Comments 4. Currently I do not know the Track Valuation Maps and the Pub- Mary Volz, Exmore Dear Editor: position of Accomack and lic land records. The following was sent to VDOT Northampton Farm Bureau, I am in hopes others will read my Hats Off to regarding the Eastern Shore Rail to I would think they need to be comments and see the value in includ- Hospital Employees Trail Study: a stakeholder in these negoti- ing a safer opportunity for the reloca- In response to your Notice of Com- ations and decision; however I tion of agricultural equipment on an Dear Editor: munity Interest and Feedback Sur- do not see them listed. ever increasing traffic volume on U.S. Congratulations and many vey I submit the following comments: 5. I see no reason why it would 13 and provide the leaders in the com- thanks to all who have worked so 1. The U.S. 13 Corridor is consid- not be in the public interest to munity the direction they need. hard and are still working hard at ered one of the major corridors promote the use of the right of Granville Hogg, Cheriton our local hospital in Onley. to the Northeast Markets. way for the movement of ag- I was proud to read of the praise 2. There have been numerous ricultural equipment rather More Stories From given to the hospital by Dr. Mike traffic accidents involving ag- than U.S.13 and S.R.316 William Stilwagen Dacey. I appreciate your hard work ricultural equipment and mo- 6. Agricultural use for the relo- and pray that you will stay well! tor vehicles on U.S. 13, where- cation of equipment appears to Dear Editor: Anne Rolander, Modest Town in the persons involved in relo- be compatible with and in addi- Thanks so much for the articles by cating the agricultural equip- tion to the other planned uses. William Stilwagen. His accounts of Letters to the Editor may be ment have been killed as a re- 7. In accordance with the Survey, his time in Vietnam and the current sent by fax, email (editor@eastern- sult of the impact of the motor questions 2 and 3 seem to be fo- article when he worked at the sta- shorepost.com), or U.S. mail (address vehicle and the agricultural cused on entertainment and rec- bles and the very human interest ac- below). All letters must contain the equipment. reation for the above grade uses. count of his time spent there work- writer’s name, a phone number or 3. The existing right of way width This seems to be a very narrow ing with the man who truly knew of email address, and town of residence for the majority of its length is view for its potential uses. the conditions during World War II for verification. We do not print 66 feet. Exceptions being the Prior to improvements being re- was an inspiration to all who did not section from Cape Charles to moved there is a need to have the realize what went on with those liv- anonymous letters. Keep letters to the Bayview Connection, and monumentation of the existing right ing in Europe at that time. fewer than 350 words.

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