-
Samuels Library relying on fundraisers to finish year without county money
Northern Virginia Daily: As a Samuels Public Library trustee, I’m referenced asking whether any programming would be cut if fundraising slows. My question prompted staff to explain how grants and donations are sustaining services, highlighting my focus on planning and continuity during financial uncertainty. Read More
-
A Beacon of Pride: Completing the Lighthouse Speech
I returned to the podium to conclude my message on civic pride, describing the library as a “beacon of light.” I challenged the Board to move beyond being merely “affordable” to becoming a county that is truly livable and lovable. Read More
-
The Lighthouse in the Storm: Civic Pride and the Library’s Future
I shared a personal reflection on civic pride, referencing Jeff Siegler’s “Hard to Love.” I spoke on how prioritizing finance over value has harmed our community and choked up while addressing the painful human cost of the library’s political storm. Read More
-
At Silver Tea event, Samuels supporters recall library’s history and make a plea for its future
Northern Virginia Daily: I’m mentioned as a Samuels Public Library trustee who assisted with historical research for a Silver Tea presentation, helping trace the library’s origins and community legacy while supporters gathered to advocate for its future during a period of funding uncertainty. Read More
-
County library board suggests Warren supervisors not renew contract with Samuels
Northern Virginia Daily: I’m quoted as a Samuels Public Library trustee disputing claims of FOIA violations, stating that the library delivered strong value for county funding and that its nonprofit status provides a greater return on investment while retaining lawful control of its assets. Read More
-
The Power of the Report: When Data Outshines the “PhD”
Speaking near midnight at a marathon public hearing, I went off-script to challenge a flawed county report. Using rigorous data analysis, I exposed “cherry-picked” findings, earning public praise from community leaders for providing the transparency the official report lacked. Read More
-
Library Lovers Month
In this 2023 interview, I joined the Royal Examiner to announce a $3,500 matching grant for Samuels Public Library. Sharing my journey from Atari programming to software consulting, I highlighted the library’s vital role in bridging the community’s digital divide. Read More
-
Day of Giving at Samuels Public Library
The Valley Today: I talked about growing up with libraries, supporting Samuels Public Library as a matching donor during Library Lovers Month, and how community giving helps fund programs, technology, and spaces that serve all ages across Warren County. Read More