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2001 SESSION
SJ 174 Study; South-central Virginia Economic Development Commission.
Introduced by: Charles R. Hawkins | all patrons ... notes | add to my profiles
SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:
South-central Virginia Economic Development Commission. Establishes the South-central Virginia Economic Development Commission, a 20-member group, for the purpose of implementing initiatives to turn the economy in the South-central area of Virginia in a new direction. This resolution defines "South-central Virginia" as the communities of interest bordered in the south by the state line between North Carolina and the counties of Patrick, Henry, Pittsylvania, Halifax, Mecklenburg and Brunswick, proceeding north to include the counties of Franklin and Campbell and the City of Lynchburg, then proceeding northeast to include the county of Appomattox, then turning south again to include the counties of Prince Edward, Charlotte, and Lunenburg, thus closing the line and subsuming all cities and towns located within these named jurisdictions, e.g., Martinsville, Danville, Farmville, and Lynchburg. The Commission will be, if funds are appropriated, empowered to hire a consultant who must be an expert in writing grants to be submitted to foundations and various agencies of the federal government in such areas as rural health care, job training and development, tourism, and education. The Commission's purpose will be to develop at least three initiatives to augment the economy of South-central Virginia, through grants and special projects. The consultant may be required to produce a brochure highlighting the qualities, attractions, people, and history of South-central Virginia. The Division of Legislative Services, the consultant, and, if available, the Rural Economic Analysis Program at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University will provide staff assistance. This study's cost will not exceed $205,400.
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HISTORY
- 01/24/00 Senate: Presented & ordered printed 006034436
- 01/24/00 Senate: Referred to Committee on Rules
- 02/14/00 Senate: Continued to 2001 in Rules by voice vote
- 12/21/00 Senate: Left in Rules