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In a surprise move Commissioner Chairman Alan Hall reversed course on four years of county policy to let in a few rays of the Commonwealth’s Sunshine Law. In response to the Sunshine Law issue brought up at the last meeting, Mr. Hall announced in the first 90 seconds of today’s five-minute meeting that he had addressed the matter of public comment with the County Solicitor. According to the terms laid out by the County Solicitor, Commissioner Hall stated that members of the public showing up “in an official capacity, and wishing to give testimony, would be required to sign in with their name and a description of the item they are testifying on, and that will be reflected in the minutes.”

Course correction wasn’t the only surprise in Chairman Hall’s repertoire. But first, to set the table for today's meeting: Commissioners Alan Hall, Michael Giangrieco, and Mary Ann Warren were assembled in the Commissioners’ Meeting Room at the Courthouse on Wednesday, February 8. Their one entirely pleasant task in the 9 to 9:05 a.m. meeting was to extend years-of-service recognition to three employees. Those so honored were Raebell Taylor, Domestic Relations, for her 30 years of service; Edward Lucas, Corrections Office, for his 15 years service; and Phillip Crisp, Probation Office, for his 10 years service. Ms. Taylor was there in person to accept her award, but Mr. Lucas and Mr. Crisp were unable to attend.

The Blue Ridge School Board started off its business meeting on February 6 by recognizing the achievements of its scholars, athletes, and even principals. As usual, High School Principal Matthew Nebzydoski brought 2 of his seniors forward to introduce themselves to the Board. This time it was Alexander Cardoza, outstanding basketball player and member of the student council who may be attending Seton Hill University in Pittsburg next year. And Rachel Casella, member of SADD, FBLA and student council, who has been accepted at Mansfield to study respiratory care..

Next up, Mr. Nebzydoski and Elementary School Principal Matthew Button accepted the big blue and gold shields for Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) in the High School and the Elementary School under the state’s standardized testing regimen.

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