Local Government
Watch your Town Council Work – Video 7/17/2017
Videos by Jarred Hill, Royal Examiner Staff Reporter
Click Here to Download Agenda from Work Session 7-17-17
First up was discussion on Flea Market Regulations Pertaining to Licensing Fees.
Summary: During the June 26, 2017 work session Council requested staff to review the Town’s Flea Market Ordinance relating to the licensing fees.
Next was a discussion with Delegate Chris Collins regarding changes needed to our Town Charter.
The Discussion of Property Maintenance and Rental Inspection Program continued… along with proposed changes to Town Charter.
Summary: Attached is a DRAFT amendment to the Town Code (See Attachment A).
To close out the meeting the Mayor and Council discuss other items of interest. Includes a discussion on the train blocking Shenandoah Shores Road and more. Watch how your Council works behind the scenes. Council goes into closed session to discuss contract issues and candidates for Town Council.
Blue Ridge Wildlife Center Patient of the Week: Barred Owl
Town Council Weighs Pros and Cons of Accommodating Special Events on Town Property
The Lee Resolution and the Road to Independence
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Judge Approves Settlement Over Rejected Virginia Student Voter Registrations
High-Potency Cannabis Fuels State Debates Over Psychosis and Addiction Risks
Why Drills and Training Actually Save Lives
Racket Sports Offer Fitness, Fun and Friendship
Where Is That Bad Smell in the House Coming From?
American Legion Post 53 Brings Baseball Tradition Back to Front Royal
First Baptist Church Celebrates 151 Years of Historic Bell
Judge Weighs Future of Confederate-Linked School Names in Shenandoah County
Commentary: In Light of Horrific Virginia Deaths, Consider Others When Behind the Wheel
Trump Administration Swiftly Moves Ahead on Plans to Restrict Voting by Mail in the States
Congress Weighs Cuts to States’ Already ‘Insufficient’ Election Security Dollars
Judith Darlene Thompson (1952 – 2026)
Walton Wednesday Invites Kids to Explore Pond Life June 10
Steven Dale Boies (1954 – 2026)
Your Next Cereal Spoon Might Be Part of Breakfast
Front Royal Cardinals Host Staunton Braves – June 18
Smart Connectivity Is Changing the Future of Boating
Moving Day: Tips for Keeping Your Pet Comfortable
Simple Changes Can Help Older Adults Stay Independent at Home
