YOUR HELP is needed by Tom Harmon for VA Senate this last week!!!

The Tuscany Forum provides the following information at the request of Lynda Fairman, York County Coordinator, Tom Harmon for Senate
The Forum encourages all York County Citizens to actively support the candidates of your choice!

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We look forward to seeing everyone at these events in these last days before the Nov. 8 election!!
Tom Harmon has a real chance of winning IF the voters from York County and the 2nd District get to the polls on Nov. 8th!
Even if you aren’t in the 2nd District, it’s important to help get voters motivated to elect Tom Harmon! We need you!!
Tom’s opponent thinks York County doesn’t matter even though we’re now in the 2nd District – it’s time we showed her all of York County & all of the 2nd District care about who represents us in Richmond!
IT’S UP TO YOU TO MAKE IT HAPPEN!

Thanks for all you’re doing to get the word out that there IS a conservative choice for the 2nd District Senate – Tom Harmon!!
Hope to see you at my home for Tom’s “Meet & Greet” on Nov. 1st!
Lynda Fairman
York County Coordinator, Tom Harmon for Virginia Senate
 
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Here are the upcoming events that need your help to ‘Flip The Senate’ and send Tom Harmon to replace incumbent liberal Mamie Locke in the 2nd Senate District!!

WE NEED YOUR HELP!!   MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!    IT’S UP TO YOU!!

Friday, 28 Oct., 6:00 pm @ Hampton City Hall: League of Women Voters Debate – Tom Harmon (R) vs. incumbent Mamie Locke (D)

We need you to turn out to support Tom in this District 2 debate that will be reported in local newspapers and blogs. You can submit questions from the floor. It’s time to ask Mamie Locke why she has ignored York County and refused to attend the York County forums/debates and why she stated she’s “proud of her zero rating from the Family Foundation” on her family values voting record!


Sat., 29 Oct., 10:00 am, YC Door-to-Door Walking with Tom Harmon in the subdivisions along Cary’s Chapel Rd.
(Woods of Tabb, Brentmeade, etc.)

Meet @ produce stand at corner of Victory Blvd. & Cary’s Chapel Rd. diagonally across from Cary’s Chapel Church to get maps & walk lists from Carl Anderson
(You might want to bring an umbrella & raincoat!)

Join Tom & his team as they bring Tom’s message & information to this area of York County & meet the voters! We’ll still walk even if it’s raining

It REALLY sends the message to voters that we care that much about electing Tom Harmon!

Carl has other 2nd District area maps & walk lists that need to be completed this week, also, so let him know if you’re able to help with this:
Carl Anderson: 757-870-6081 & hydro4u@aol.com


Tuesday, 1 Nov., 6:30pm – 8:30pm  Meet & Greet/Fundraiser
Terry & Lynda Fairman’s home (invitation attached & below!) with special guest speaker & Constitutional patriot, E. W. Jackson!

This is a chance for York County voters to hear Tom speak on his plans to represent you and answer your questions.

Funds raised this evening will be used for a final media push to get the vote out for Tom on Nov. 8th!
(Please RSVP asap by 31 Oct. so we’re sure to have enough appetizers & beverages for everyone!)


30 Oct. – 7 Nov., late afternoons & early evenings; PHONE BANKING from your own home!

Lynda Fairman has the York County phone lists to call 2nd District voters to remind them to vote for Tom Harmon for VA Senate on Tuesday, 8 Nov. Contact her at 757-593-1854 or lvlfairman@sprint.blackberry.net or respond to this email to get a list. She’ll have them at the Nov. 1st Meet & Greet event at her home, also.


Tuesday, 8 NOV – ELECTION DAY Poll Watchers!!

We need poll watchers in all the 52 polling locations in the 2nd District to make sure everything runs smoothly and it’s a fair election! Contact Tom’s campaign mgr., Darryl Postell, to let him know you’re able to help and find out when/where the training will take place: darrylpostell@gmail.com or 757-303-8871. Call Darryl quickly to get the poll location you’d like to work!


Don’t know your District?? The 2nd Senate District = Hampton, southern part of Newport News, part of Portsmouth, and part of York County

If you’re not sure what District you’re now in or know of other voters who are unsure. Please pass this along to others, too! J

Go to this official site: http://redistricting.dls.virginia.gov/2010/
When it comes up, select "Interactive Map & Plans" then change "Default" window to desired state race: Senate or House (of Delegates).
The left sidebar should automatically 'check' the last map choice: "passed 4/28/11" to get the final version of the new lines.
                             Above the map in the menu bar, type in your address. The map will place a flag on that location.
You can then zoom in and out to see the district lines & streets. You'll see the # of the district in that area.

If you need Tom’s literature, yard signs, bumper stickers, etc.
Contact Lynda Fairman (757-593-1854), Carl Anderson (757-870-6081), or CM Darryl Postell (757-303-8871)!

Let your Voice be Heard!

Citizens of York County - we must make our voice heard – it’s never too late for that!
Here are a few upcoming events where we can do just that:

• Nov 3rd at 5:00 pm, Committee Discussion on aquaculture changes effecting much of York County, East Room at York Hall, 301 Main Street, Yorktown
• Nov 3rd at 7:00 pm, Yorktown Republican Committee Meeting,  York Hall, 301 Main Street, Yorktown
• Nov 9th at 7:00 pm, Planning Commission meeting  at York Hall, 301 Main Street, Yorktown
• Nov 16th (changed from the 15th) at 6:00 pm, Board of Supervisors meeting, York Hall, 301 Main Street, Yorktown

Remember - Holding our elected officials accountable at public meetings is just as effective as the ballot box!

"Whenever the people are well informed they can be trusted with their own government; that whenever things get so far wrong as to attract their notice, they may be relied on to set them to rights."

Thomas Jefferson
96th District, Virginia House of Delegates               October 27, 2011

Freedom Under Siege in Yorktown

Excerpt from Delegate Brenda Pogge’s Newsletter


"Whenever the people are well informed they can be trusted with their own government; that whenever things get so far wrong as to attract their notice, they may be relied on to set them to rights."

Thomas Jefferson
96th District, Virginia House of Delegates               October 27, 2011

Sweeping Changes Coming to York Zoning

On  Thursday, October 13th I attended the York County Planning District meeting. The topic of discussion was proposed zoning changes for York County. What I heard astounded me! There was a laundry list of approximately 20 zoning ordinances that will forever change life in York County. These proposed ordinances include drastic changes for residents who now enjoy certain property rights associated with their Rural Residential  zoning.

Imagine a farming and fishing community where traditional activities such as chicken keeping, horseback riding, raising vegetables, selling excess produce or eggs to your neighbors, even docking your work boat will be regulated, restricted or totally banned.

The new three R's of York County zoning will be Restrictions, Regulations and Raising Fees; all of these amount to a government encroachment upon the property rights of York County residents and invisible tax increases in the form of permitting fees which limit the citizen's freedoms and choices. If you live in York County, especially in a Rural Residential district you need to be at the next planning district meeting on Nov 9th and the next  Board of Supervisors meeting on Nov 16th. I will be sending out an  update with specific information soon.


Brenda Pogge

2010 Census Alters Voting Districts

Last year's federal census brought changes to the Delegate Districts in Virginia. My District has changed because of that. Prior to redistricting, I represented 7 precincts in James City County and 10 precincts in York. That has switched. I now have 10 precincts in JCC and 7 in York.

I no longer will be representing the following precincts: Kiln Creek, Harwood's Mill, and half of Edgehill. These are now in the 93rd District where you have an opportunity to support Republican Mike Watson in his challenge to Democrat Robin Abbott. This will be one of the most closely watched races in the state and a must win for Republicans in order to send a message to Washington.
 
The Tabb, Coventry, and Bethel precincts will now be represented by Delegate Gordon Helsel.

While I will miss my old precincts, I welcome my new ones. They include Seaford, Dare and what used to be known as Harris Grove in York. In James City County I have added all of the Powhatan precincts and all of what used to be the Berkley precincts.

Contact Info

email: brenda@brendapogge.com
delegate business: DelBPogge@house.virginia.gov
phone: 757-223-9690
During session, call: 804-698-1096

mail to:

Delegate Brenda Pogge
P.O. Box 1386
Yorktown, VA  23692

Committee Meeting on Property Rights in York County

***For those interested in Property Rights***

There will be an Agriculture/Aquaculture Planning Committee Meeting

Thursday November 3rd, 5:00pm
East Room of York Hall, 301 Main Street, Yorktown

The York County Planning Commission’s ad hoc committee established to review proposed Zoning Ordinance amendments pertaining to

AGRICULTURE and AQUACULTURE

Will hold a meeting on Thursday, November 3, 2011 at 5 p.m. in the East Room of York Hall, 301 Main Street, Yorktown

To see the proposed changes in the York County Zoning Ordinance
Click here:

http://www.yorkcounty.gov/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=aOVm9hHcTYs%3d&tabid=1900

Copies are also available for review at the Planning Division office, located in the Administration Building, 224 Ballard Street, Yorktown
For additional information, please contact the Planning Division at (757) 890-3404 or by email at planning@yorkcounty.gov

Notice of Chicken Committee Meeting

For those who may be interested
There will be a meeting of the Chicken Committee on Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.
Location: Multi-Purpose Room of the Environmental and Development Services Building
105 Service Drive, Yorktown, Virginia
The meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m.

***REMINDER*** TONIGHT'S FORUM

Don’t forget tonight’s forum – see below!

The James River Journal <http://www.jamesriverjournal.com/> will be covering and reporting on the Forum!


 

The Tuscany Forum Hosts
A Candidate  Forum
Thursday Evening October 20th

The forum is structured  to allow the candidates to address questions from the  audience

This event is open to the  public
When
Thursday Evening October  20th, 7:00 – 9:00pm
Where
Bills Seafood Restaurant
2831  Denbigh Blvd, Yorktown, VA  23692
Banquet Room - doors open at  6:00pm

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The following Candidates have been  invited to attend or send a Representative:

John Miller - State Senate District  1
Mickey Chohany - State Senate District 1
Mamie Locke - State Senate  District 2
Tom Harmon - State Senate District 2
Tommy Norment - State  Senate District 3
Robin Abbott - State Delegate 93rd District
Mike  Watson - State Delegate 93rd District

Forum Moderator - Mr. Bill O’Donovan
Editor and Publisher  of the Virginia Gazette,  Williamsburg,  VA

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***Save the Date***
Thursday Evening November  17th, 7:00 – 9:00pm
The Tuscany Forum will host a discussion on the  Planning Commission’s proposed changes to our Zoning Ordinances
County  Supervisors and Planning Commission Members will be  invited

The links  below provide information on the proposed changes:
Summary link for the  October 12th Hearing - http://www.yorkcounty.gov/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=dCHv4sw5vvg%3d&tabid=2217

Detailed link on the proposed changes - http://www.yorkcounty.gov/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=aOVm9hHcTYs%3d&tabid=1900

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The Tuscany Forum  provides York County Citizens a public Forum where they can:
Voice their concerns about the responsiveness and direction of their  county, state and federal governments,
Conduct civil, direct, in-person  dialogue with their elected officials and government staff,
Develop and encourage positive political plans of action to  accomplish the will of the people.

To add someone to the  Tuscany Forum email distribution, please send their name and email address  to thetuscanyforum@cox.net

The Tuscany  Forum Planning Team:
Bart Barton, Danny Diggs, Greg Garrett, Mike  Hoyes, Linda Hutchinson, Winston Lawrence, Mary Leedom, Todd Mathes, Chuck  McGee, Wade McRoberts, Thomas Nelson, David Phillips
 Stephen Roane,  Maywood Wilson

Times & Location:
Unless  otherwise stated, monthly meetings of The Tuscany Forum are held the  third Thursday of each month at Bills Seafood, 2831  Denbigh Blvd, Yorktown, VA  23692
Forum begins at 7:00pm ***  Food and drink available

*** TONIGHT *** Planning Commission Meeting

**** THE  PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING IS TONIGHT - WEDNESDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 12TH, 7:00PM*****

Below is a link to the specific Planning Commission agenda this evening.  

This is an opportunity for York County citizens to provide input to the Planning Commission regarding the proposed changes.  
The Hearing will be in York Hall tonight, Oct 12th at 7:00pm

Link about this first Hearing....
 
http://www.yorkcounty.gov/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=dCHv4sw5vvg%3d&tabid=2217
 
Link on the proposed changes....
 
http://www.yorkcounty.gov/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=aOVm9hHcTYs%3d&tabid=1900

The Tuscany Forum Planning Team

**YORK COUNTY CITIZENS - IMPORTANT CANDIDATE FORUM NEXT WEEK**

The Tuscany Forum Hosts
A Candidate Forum
Thursday Evening October 20th

The forum is structured to allow the candidates to address questions from the audience  
Questions are to be submitted at the beginning of the event and will be answered during the course of the evening.  
This event is open to the public
When
Thursday Evening October 20th, 7:00 – 9:00pm
Where
Bills Seafood Restaurant
2831 Denbigh Blvd, Yorktown, VA  23692
Banquet Room - open at 6:00pm

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The following Candidates have been invited to attend or send a Representative:

John Miller - State Senate District 1
Mickey Chohany - State Senate District 1
Mamie Locke - State Senate District 2
Tom Harmon - State Senate District 2
Tommy Norment - State Senate District 3
Robin Abbott - State Delegate 93rd District
Mike Watson - State Delegate 93rd District

Forum Moderator - Mr. Bill O’Donovan
Editor and Publisher of the Virginia Gazette, Williamsburg, VA

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***Save the Date***
Thursday Evening November 17th, 7:00 – 9:00pm
The Tuscany Forum will host a discussion on the Planning Commission’s proposed changes to our Zoning Ordinances
County Supervisors and Planning Commission Members will be invited

The links below provide information on the proposed changes:
Summary link for the October 12th Hearing - http://www.yorkcounty.gov/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=dCHv4sw5vvg%3d&tabid=2217

Detailed link on the proposed changes - http://www.yorkcounty.gov/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=aOVm9hHcTYs%3d&tabid=1900

*************************************************************************************
The Tuscany Forum provides York County Citizens a public Forum where they can:
Voice their concerns about the responsiveness and direction of their county, state and federal governments,
Conduct civil, direct, in-person dialogue with their elected officials and government staff,  
Develop and encourage positive political plans of action to accomplish the will of the people.

To add someone to the Tuscany Forum email distribution, please send their name and email address to thetuscanyforum@cox.net

The Tuscany Forum Planning Team:
Bart Barton, Danny Diggs, Greg Garrett, Mike Hoyes, Linda Hutchinson, Winston Lawrence, Mary Leedom, Todd Mathes, Chuck McGee, Wade McRoberts, Thomas Nelson, David Phillips
 Stephen Roane, Maywood Wilson

Times & Location:
Unless otherwise stated, monthly meetings of The Tuscany Forum are held the third Thursday of each month at Bills Seafood, 2831 Denbigh Blvd, Yorktown, VA  23692
Forum begins at 7:00pm *** Food and drink available

FW: Planning Commission Meeting Details

****SORRY TO ALL, THE  PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING IS WEDNESDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 12TH, 7:00PM*****

Below is a link to the specific Planning Commission agenda this WEDNESDAY evening.  

This is an opportunity for York County citizens to provide input to the Planning Commission regarding the proposed changes.  
The Hearing will be in York Hall, Wednesday, Oct 12th at 7:00pm.

Link about this first Hearing....
 
http://www.yorkcounty.gov/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=dCHv4sw5vvg%3d&tabid=2217
 
Link on the proposed changes....
 
http://www.yorkcounty.gov/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=aOVm9hHcTYs%3d&tabid=1900

The Tuscany Forum Planning Team

Planning Commission Meeting Details

Below is a link to the specific Planning Commission agenda this Thursday evening.  

This is an opportunity for York County citizens to provide input to the Planning Commission regarding the proposed changes.  
The Hearing will be in York Hall, Wednesday, Oct 12th at 7:00pm.

Link about this first Hearing....
 
http://www.yorkcounty.gov/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=dCHv4sw5vvg%3d&tabid=2217
 
Link on the proposed changes....
 
http://www.yorkcounty.gov/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=aOVm9hHcTYs%3d&tabid=1900

The Tuscany Forum Planning Team

Fwd: ***York County Planning Commission Meeting***

Citizens,
OUR York County Planning Commission is planning significant changes in the zoning and property rights laws of York County, that will affect all of us!

The Commission will meet this Wednesday evening October 12th, 7:00pm, in York Hall, historic Yorktown to discuss and hear our views.

Please attend and voice your views on these changes.

For more information on our York County Planning commission,  http://www.yorkcounty.gov/Planning/PlanningCommission/tabid/1737/default.aspx

The next Tuscany Forum will be held Thursday October 20th at Bill's Seafood, Yorktown, at 6:00pm
Details later this week.

Thanks,
Tuscany Forum Planning Team