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Lyn Widmyer: A Lifelong Advocate for Jefferson County

About the author The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, November 27, 2024 By Staff Lyn Widmyer, who has spent over 40 years in Jefferson County, has made significant contributions as a member of the county commission and various volunteer boards. Her extensive experience in community service is reflected in her storytelling

Concerns Over Comprehensive Development Plan's Broad Land Use Objective

Make a change to the draft revision to the county’s comprehensive development plan The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, November 27, 2024 By Christine Wimer In an article published by The Spirit of Jefferson, a representative from the Jefferson County Foundation discusses concerns regarding a revision to the county'

Community Urges Public Engagement in Charles Town Roadway Redesign

Planned roadway redesign needs public input The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, November 27, 2024 By Michael Tolbert The Spirit of Jefferson reports on a planned technical meeting by the West Virginia Department of Transportation regarding a significant roadway redesign at the Y intersection in Charles Town. Despite the project'

Critique of Proposed Impact Fee Increases in Jefferson County

EDITOR'S NOTE The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, November 27, 2024 By Staff The Spirit of Jefferson reports on a letter sent to the Jefferson County Commission addressing the proposed increase in impact fees for new residential and commercial developments. The letter critiques the recommendations made by consultant Tischler

Concerns Raised Over Proposed Increase in County Impact Fees

EDITOR’S NOTE The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, November 27, 2024 By Staff In a letter to the Jefferson County Commission, concerns regarding the proposed increase in county impact fees for new residential and commercial developments have been raised, prompted by recommendations from consultant Tischler Bise. The letter highlights the

Advocating for Increased Impact Fees in Jefferson County Parks

Increase impact fees for county parks The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, November 27, 2024 By Julia Rice In an article published by The Spirit of Jefferson, the author reflects on the stark differences between development in Bend, Oregon, and Jefferson County, West Virginia. They emphasize the importance of increasing impact

Support for Impact Fees in Jefferson County Amid Proposal Review

Review calculations for proposed impact fees for schools The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, November 27, 2024 By Lynch Christian The Spirit of Jefferson discusses the public support for impact fees in Jefferson County amid proposals for new fee increases, highlighting the necessity of accurately calculating these fees to fund essential