Should Council pass an ordinance requiring a public vote for any reduction in Town fees including reducing the
number and type of water sewer connections?
Town Manager updates, CIP project funding, Menhaden fish conservation resolution, nuisance ordinance and museum/community garden lease renewals were all on Wednesday’s agenda. Approval of Minutes: Sep
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Caryn Self Sullivan
Jun 05
Thanks for your service David. I hope you enjoy a break from the rigors of being on Town Council. I don't think citizens realize the time and effort it takes to learn about how Towns operate, all the state laws that govern Towns, and then apply what they learn (through VML and other educational opportunities) to making decisions that are in the best interest of the Town and ALL the residents.
I voted no to your poll. And here are my two reasons:
Virginia law does not allow for a public vote (referendum) to determine water and sewer connection fees. However, the law does explicitly allow town and city councils to give economic incentives and fee reductions to builders and…
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Barbara Wyant
Jun 01
Thanks so much to you and your most awesome service. So sad the beach is losing you as a valued, and much appreciated, board member. Barb Wyant Bancroft Ave home owner.
Thanks for your service David. I hope you enjoy a break from the rigors of being on Town Council. I don't think citizens realize the time and effort it takes to learn about how Towns operate, all the state laws that govern Towns, and then apply what they learn (through VML and other educational opportunities) to making decisions that are in the best interest of the Town and ALL the residents.
I voted no to your poll. And here are my two reasons:
Virginia law does not allow for a public vote (referendum) to determine water and sewer connection fees. However, the law does explicitly allow town and city councils to give economic incentives and fee reductions to builders and…
Thanks so much to you and your most awesome service. So sad the beach is losing you as a valued, and much appreciated, board member. Barb Wyant Bancroft Ave home owner.