Smith announces candidacy for Waynesboro City Council
Lorie M. Smith announced on Sunday her candidacy for the At-Large seat for Waynesboro City Council currently held by Mayor Frank Lucente.
“Our citizens deserve the expectation of quality services for the taxes they pay. Further, in this difficult economic climate, there is a critical need to have strong leadership in economic development and job creation,” said Smith, a former chair of the Waynesboro School Board who served a term on City Council representing Ward D from 2006-2010. Continue reading “Smith announces candidacy for Waynesboro City Council” »
Education group announces Waynesboro endorsements
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The Waynesboro Education Association announced today its endorsements in the upcoming May 4 city elections – giving its nod to Lorie Smith and Robert Johnson for City Council and Kathe Maneval and Jeremy Taylor for School Board.
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Phil Winter: Zero-based budgeting debate
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The News Virginian’s April 24 article about “zero-based” budgeting brought back memories of the federal government’s use of this approach more than 15 years ago. It proved then to be a quickly passing, inefficient, and ineffective, fad. Current City Council member, and candidate for reelection, Lorie Smith has it right; the budget preparation process should focus on efficiently utilizing taxpayers dollars, not on starting over every year from a “zero base.” Continue reading “Phil Winter: Zero-based budgeting debate” »
City Council candidates meet at forum
Coverage by Chris Graham
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The four candidates for Waynesboro City Council met today in what will be their only joint appearance in advance of the May 4 city elections.
The candidates forum at the Waynesboro Senior Center put on display the contrasting styles and visions of the candidates for the open Ward C and Ward D seats on the City Council.
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Smith to host roundtable discussion
Edited by Chris Graham
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Waynesboro City Council candidate Lorie Smith will host an informal get-together at the Waynesboro Public Library on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.
Smith, the incumbent in Ward D, has held three roundtable-style discussions with citizens within the last two weeks.
Light refreshments will be served, and children are welcome.
Smith to host get-together in Ward D
Edited by Chris Graham
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Waynesboro City Councilwoman Lorie Smith will host an informal get-together today at 6:30 p.m. at the Waynesboro Country Club.
The get-together is part of a series of events that Smith is hosting to talk with voters across the city.
Smith is running for re-election to City Council in the May 4 city elections.
Light refreshments will be served, and children are welcome.
In addition to this series of ward meetings, Waynesboro citizens are always welcome to contact Smith by e-mail at campaign@LorieSmith.com or submit feedback through her website at www.LorieSmith.com.
Smith to host get-together at Fairfax Hall
Edited by Chris Graham
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Waynesboro City Council candidate Lorie Smith will hold an informal get-together at Fairfax Hall, 1101 Reservoir St., today at 6 p.m.
The event is one in a series of ward meetings that Smith is hosting to obtain feedback from citizens.
The get-together will be a relaxed, roundtable discussion with ample opportunity for questions. Light refreshments will be available and children are welcome.
In addition to the current series of ward meetings, Waynesboro citizens are always welcome to contact Smith by e-mail at campaign@LorieSmith.com or submit feedback through her website at www.LorieSmith.com.
Smith to hold meet and greet on Wednesday
Edited by Chris Graham
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Waynesboro City Councilwoman Lorie Smith is holding a meet and greet with city voters at the Rosenwald Community Center on Wednesday at 6 p.m.
Smith is running for re-election in Ward D in the May 4 city elections.
The Rosenwald Community Center is located at 413 Port Republic Road.
Lorie Smith: Moving forward with a tourism strategy
Column by Lorie Smith
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I’m happy to report that last week’s Tourism Summit was a tremendous success! Approximately 35 business representatives and interested citizens came out to show support for a strategic tourism initiative in Waynesboro.
All in attendance agreed that city officials, business owners and residents must partner and collaborate to aggressively market Waynesboro as a tourist destination. Given our proximity to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Skyline Drive and the Appalachian Trail, not to mention countless other regional attractions, Waynesboro is ideal for daytrips and multi-day stays. Additionally, the South River makes Waynesboro an attractive destination for outdoor enthusiasts and sportsmen. Continue reading “Lorie Smith: Moving forward with a tourism strategy” »
Harris, Freeman: It’s their election to lose
Column by Chris Graham
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All I wanted to be able to do, I told myself throughout my 2008 campaign for Waynesboro City Council, was to think at 7 p.m. on Election Night that I’d done everything I could do to put myself in a position to be able to win.
Win or lose, I said to myself, many times, I didn’t want to leave anything on the table.
I lost, of course, and pretty miserably at that, and the postmortems aren’t yet over, almost two years later. It’s rare that I go more than a day or two without thinking about something that I could have done better or just differently.
It’s probably my personality. I haven’t coached youth basketball in eight years, and I still find myself on long drives scheming offensive systems, for that inevitable day when I get back into coaching. Continue reading “Harris, Freeman: It’s their election to lose” »
Smith to host tourism summit
Edited by Chris Graham
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Waynesboro City Councilwoman Lorie Smith is hosting a Tourism Summit tonight at 6 p.m. at the Charles T. Yancey Municipal Building.
The summit is bringing together local leaders and residents to begin work toward developing a plan to promote Waynesboro as a tourist destination.
The meeting is open to the public, and refreshments will be provided.
Lorie Smith: Thanks!
Posted by afp on June 4, 2010 · Leave a Comment
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As my tenure on Waynesboro City Council comes to an end, I would like to express my sincere thanks to the citizens of Waynesboro for allowing me to serve on Council, as well as the School Board. There is truly no higher honor than to serve as an elected official. It is my hope that I have served you well!
Waynesboro holds much promise. As a native, I have certainly witnessed many years of transition. Our population is growing and we are seeing increased retail and commercial development. The recent PGI expansion announcement gives us optimism that industrial growth is indeed still possible. Our downtown continues to boast new businesses and private investment. Strong leadership will be required to keep the momentum going. Continue reading “Lorie Smith: Thanks!” »
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