Urban Views Weekly April 19, 2017

Apr. 19, 2017

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Five ways to de-energize your board Intersection Improvements at Patterson Avenue and Parham Road Henrico County Design Public Hearing

Monday, May 8*, 2017, 5 – 7 p.m.

Tuckahoe Library 1901 Starling Drive Henrico, VA 23229 Find out about the proposed improvements at the intersection of Patterson Avenue (Route 6) and Parham Road in Henrico County.

These modifications will increase the capacity and safety of the intersection and reduce traffic congestion, particularly during peak travel hours. The meeting will be held in an open house format from 5 - 7 p.m. where individuals can talk one-on-one with project staff. This flexible format allows participants to arrive whenever their schedule will allow.

Review project information and the National Environmental Policy Act documentation at the public hearing or at VDOT’s Richmond District Office located at 2430 Pine Forest Drive in Colonial Heights, 804-5246000, 800-367-7623, TTY/TDD 711. Please call ahead to ensure the availability of appropriate personnel to answer your questions.

Give your written comments at the meeting or submit them by May 18, 2017 to Jason Zhang, P.E., project manager, Virginia Department of Transportation, 2430 Pine Forest Drive, Colonial Heights, VA 238349002, 804-524-6324, 800-367-7623 or TDD/TTY 711. You may also email your comments to Jason.Zhang@vdot.virginia.gov. Please reference “Patterson/Parham intersection improvements comments” in the subject line.

VDOT ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information in regards to your civil rights on this project or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact the project manager at the telephone number listed above.

There is an ideal board in the consciousness of many nonprofit leaders. It often involves members who are engaged in governance and fundraising; who advocate for the organization; and serve as community ambassadors building relationships and partnerships. These ideal board members are well connected with time to spare. They magically appear, need no support or attention, and easily attract others of like-mind.

“Building and sustaining an engaged board is another item on a never-ending to-do list.”

In reality, too many nonprofit boards are far from this ideal. The directors who report to these boards are pulled in many directions, forced to “wear many hats,” and struggling with too much to do and too few resources.

Building and sustaining an engaged board is another item on a never-ending to-do list.

It’s one of many items that are moved to “next week.”

The dream of an ideal board co-exists with

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There are many ways to accomplish this. These include changing the date and time of the board meeting, and changing it often, with little notice.

Present inaccurate data with information that is confusing with internal inconsistencies. Send materials to board members at the last minute. Send them by email with 10 different attachments that need to be opened individually.

2. Fail to resolve issues as they arise.

Continue discussion on low-priority items for several months. Contribute to ongoing “issues” by being continues to page 11

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actions that will eventually de-energize even the most engaged board. While energizing your board will require time and attention, we can offer an easier alternative: five ways to de-energize your board. As you can imagine, many of these are easy to implement.

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Normal aches and pains or the occasional sniffle and cough may not alert you to go to the doctor, but establishing regular health exams and tests can help find potential problems before they start. Regular doctor’s visits can also help find problems early, when your chances for treatment and cure are better. So, that sniffle or cough could end up being the flu or even worse.

• Screen for breast cancer with mammograms every two years between the ages of 50 and 74.

By getting consistent health services, screenings and treatments, you are taking steps that help your chances for living a longer, healthier life. Your age, health and family history, what you eat, how active you are, whether you smoke and other important factors impact what and how often you need healthcare.

2. Has anything changed since the last time you went to a doctor? If there’s something that’s been bugging you and just doesn’t seem to be getting better, it’s time to see your doctor.

Anton Kuzel, M.D., professor and chairman of the Department of Family Medicine and Population Health at Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Medicine, provided insight on how often someone should see a doctor and what routine examinations we should have on a consistent basis to keep us healthy.

“The answer depends on age and health considerations,” comments Dr. Kuzel.

Infants and very young children have frequent visits to doctors for immunizations, parenting guidance/concerns and developmental screening. In general, young otherwise healthy adults should focus more on healthy behaviors (diet, exercise, no smoking or drugs, moderate or no use of alcohol, etc.) – this will have a much bigger impact on their ongoing health than doctor visits.

According to the U.S. Preventive Services Taskforce, the following are some recommended screenings:

Here are five things to consider when trying to figure out how frequently you should be seeing a doctor.

1. When was the last time you went to a doctor?

• Screen for high blood pressure starting at age 18 and every five-to-seven years. People who are at increased risk of high blood pressure should have an annual screening starting at age 40.

• Screen for high cholesterol beginning at age 35 in men and 45 in women. If readings are normal, screen again every 5 years.

• Screen for diabetes in adults ages 40 to 70 who are overweight or obese. This should also be done for patients who have high blood pressure.

• Screen for cervical cancer with a Pap smear beginning at age 21 and continuing every 3 years to age 65.

• In average risk individuals, start screening for colon cancer starting at age 50. There are multiple options for screening and patients should select the one that makes sense to them.

3. When was the last time the doctor told you to follow up? If you’re not sure, you can always call the doctor’s office and ask.

But there are variations on schedules for routine tests based on the results of your last test.

4. Was there something you wanted to follow up on with the doctor? If your blood pressure was borderline high at the last visit, your doctor may have recommended ways to change your lifestyle to try and bring it back down to normal.

5. Has something in your family medical history changed?

Knowing your family history is important; it can impact your risk of certain diseases and the suggested screening tests to undergo.

“Some doctors will treat minor illness without requiring an office visit. If it is appropriate to have a face-to-face evaluation, I would recommend either going to a pharmacy-based walkin clinic or, if more serious, an urgent care facility.” says Dr. Kuzel. “Only truly serious problems should prompt a visit to an emergency room. In most ERs, well continues to page 9

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Courage is a journey Courage is not something that most people have just hanging around. In fact, most of us don’t even realize we have courage or need it until we must face something or come to terms with a situation for which courage is required. At those extraordinary and challenging moments in our lives, we are compelled to summon up courage from deep within the core of our being in order to meet the need of a particular moment or circumstance in which we find ourselves. The ability to call upon strength in the face of unimaginable pain or grief is the basic definition of courage.

their journey towards the courageous. Then again, the pursuit of courage as a virtue is not how one generally comes to obtain it. No. If courage is defined as the ability to do something that frightens you or having pronounced strength in the face of great pain or grief, the healing journey is the gift of recognizing the courage you now possess as a result of your struggle to become whole once more after a tragedy like what happened at VA Tech 10 years ago. Unpacking the losses of that fateful day will continue for a lifetime, and it is both a private and public process. Each individual who died that day was related to an entire network of people and people groups. We imagine ourselves in a similar situation with similar circumstances and we wonder…would we have the courage to face something so traumatic as a mass murder or other like tragedies with the dignity, grace, and courage that the Virginia Tech families and community did in the days, weeks, months and years since that fateful day in April 10 years ago?

“The ability to call upon strength in the face of unimaginable pain or grief is...courage.”

This April 16, 2017 marked the 10th anniversary of the Massacre at Virginia Tech University where a mentally ill senior student gunned down 32 people. Seventeen others were wounded and before the rampage ended Cho, the gunman, turned the gun on himself. The events of that early Friday mid-morning, on a beautiful spring day, forever changed the lives of the Virginia Tech community in Blacksburg. The traumatic effects of bullets ringing out on the tranquil picturesque campus will never be forgotten by those who were most intimately affected, but all Virginians, as well as people across the nation, and the world, were also impacted by what happened at Virginia Tech 10 years ago.

For years after, other acts of violence, and school shootings have been compared to the VA Tech shootings. And the family and friends who lost loved ones in the tragedy have been attempting to heal from their grief by trying to make certain that the lives of those they lost count for something and are never forgotten.

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In order to #NeverForget, we should endeavor to remember to engage in the process of addressing the institutional and systemic barriers to CHANGE. Only then Tawnya Pettiford-Wates, Ph.D. will the memory and Founder and Artistic Director the lives of those lost The Conciliation Project and Associate Professor be honored with the Virginia Commonwealth University respect they are due.

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Flipping Houses — It’s Not Like TV Flipping a house can seem like a walk in the park when it’s wrapped into a few montages during a half-hour TV segment. Find a run-down property. Buy it. Take out a few walls, paint, replace carpets, upgrade the kitchen and voilà – you could make tens of thousands of dollars in just a short time. Reality is seldom so straightforward. Flipping a home can be risky, and there’s no guarantee you’ll profit.

One thing you pick up from TV is that time is of the essence. In competitive markets, you’ll need to move quickly to evaluate a home and put in an offer before someone else buys it.

Successful flippers may have a real estate license or work with a real estate agent to get access to the multiple listing service (MLS), a directory of homes that are for sale.

Others look for homes that are for sale by owner (FSBO) or use direct mail campaigns to reach out to prospective sellers.

Finding and buying the right house at the right price point can be difficult.

The shows often start with the submission of a winning offer on a home. You may not realize that it takes a lot of work to determine what a potentially good flip looks like and find a property to match.

Once you buy the home, there’s another race against time to complete the work and make a sale. Working with a trusted contractor and real estate attorney could expedite the project. Once you’ve developed a strong working relationship, you may even want to invite others to join your team and contribute their work in exchange for a cut of the profits.

Experienced flippers have learned how to estimate costs and work backward. A rule of thumb in the industry is to take 70 percent of the potential selling price (what’s known as the after-repair value, or ARV), subtract the renovation costs and use that as the maximum buying price.

Bottom line: Flipping homes can be profitable, particularly for those who have professional real estate experience, but don’t expect it to be easy money. Months of hard work can go into a flip without any guarantee of success.

You’ll need a lot of background information, including comparable selling prices of similar homes, to figure out the right numbers. The ability to be honest with yourself while estimating the cost of parts and labor is also important.

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For example, if you estimate that you could sell your renovated home for $200,000, you’d start at $140,000 (70 percent of $200,000). If you calculate that the renovation costs will be $40,000, you’ll arrive at the maximum buying price of $100,000. The 30 percent margin that remains if everything goes according to plan isn’t entirely profit; you may still have expenses like closing costs or reimbursing your investors.

Keeping an eye on your total budget is essential. If you borrow enough money to make the purchase but don’t have cash on hand to pay for the renovations and unexpected contingencies, you’ll be stuck before you even start.

You need a lot of working capital. While paying cash for a home can expedite the sale and increase profits, it might not be an option for beginner flippers. However, traditional lenders don’t necessarily offer financing for flips, especially if you’re trying to fix up a dilapidated home. Even when they do, you might not be able to borrow enough to cover all your expenses.

In addition to the purchase price, you’ll need money for renovations, upgrades, inspections and permits. Also, consider the cost of ownership between the purchase and sale.

Carrying costs, including utilities, financing, insurance and property maintenance, can add up each month.

Instead, some flippers turn to hard-money lenders, private individuals or companies that issue short-term loans backed by real assets (such as the home you’re buying).

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Desirée Roots and James “Saxsmo music to life during 100 During her long and stellar career, jazz vocalist Ella Fitzgerald won 13 Grammy awards, along with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and sold more than 40 million albums for her flexible, wide-ranging voice that could imitate every instrument in an orchestra.

On April 25, Desirée Roots and James “Saxsmo” Gates will again combine their musical genius in recognition of Ella Fitzgerald’s 100th birthday.

Fitzgerald, who was born April 25, 1917 in Newport News, Va., died in 1996 at age 76. Yet, her extraordinary voice and musical abilities continue to be recognized throughout the world.

Fitzgerald, whose six-decade career led to her crowning as the most popular female jazz singer in the United States.

Roots, a talented and wellknown singer in Richmond and other parts of the United States, first regaled audiences in a local performance of “The Wiz” at age 13. Gates, director of Jazz Studies at Virginia State University, is a brilliant and popular saxophonist who also hails from Richmond.

Having known one another since childhood, Roots and Gates have produced several of their own recordings and have performed together numerous times.

Roots was exposed to Fitzgerald’s music during her childhood in a home where jazz and other music forms literally flowed like water.

Roots’ father, the late James H. “Jimmy” Roots Jr., was a pianist, organist and vocalist for gospel Desirée Roots (top) and James “Saxsmo” Gates singer Rosetta “There are performances celebrating Ella Fitzgerald’s 100th birthday taking Tharpe during place from New York to Los Angeles,” says Adrienne P. the 1940s and 1950s. Desiree Roots’ mother, Sarah, sang Whitaker, a Virginia Repertory Theatre board member. background for Tharpe.

“I am thrilled the Virginia Repertory Theatre is hosting a show here in Richmond. And, I can’t think of anyone Young Desiree, then a budding musical prodigy herself, better to play the jazz legend than our very own jazz star, loved to listen to the sounds of Art Tatum, Della Reese, Desiree Roots. I can’t wait!”

Carmen McRae, Nancy Wilson and Sarah Vaughan. But it was Ella Fitzgerald’s sound that left a special place in Roots and Gates enjoy distinct and fond memories of Ella Roots’ heart.

In “Ella at 100,” Roots will perform two sets of Fitzgerald’s most noted songs at the Virginia Repertory Theatre in a onenight performance. Accompanied by a 14-piece orchestra that will include some of Richmond’s most acclaimed jazz musicians, the performance will be under the musical direction of Gates. Joining Roots onstage will be Scott Wichmann as Frank Sinatra, Billy Dye as Louis Armstrong, and Anthony Cosby as Nat “King” Cole.

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“I remember Ella Fitzgerald in a movie where she was on a school bus singing ‘A- Tisket, A-Tasket,’ ” Roots recalled, adding how much the song captivated her.

Years later, after graduating from Virginia Union University with a degree in music, education and philosophy, Roots began performing the jazz, gospel and classical sounds of her favorite artists. Many of those performances have included Ella Fitzgerald’s music.

“I did a tribute at the Second Street Festival in 1998 or 2000; it was the Showmobile,” Roots says. She recently found a water damaged photograph of the performance behind her computer desk. “I was like, ‘Oh, my God. I remember that day.’”

Five years ago Roots also got a chance to perform Fitzgerald’s music, along with that of Billie Holliday, Sarah Vaughan

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couple eventually remarried, after saying to Roots: “Your voice does something for us.”

Roots hopes that her fans and followers who attend the April 25 performance will leave with the same reaction. “I want the impact on her music to be for the audience to say, ’Wow, that was an awesome show!’”

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and Nancy Wilson, during a performance at Richmond’s Centerstage. In a newspaper interview before the performance, Roots acknowledged that performing Ella’s songs could be challenging because of the vocalist’s renowned scatting abilities.

“Ella’s voice, to me, is so melodic, so effortless,” she says. “She has been compared so many times to an instrument. It’s hard to explain, but her voice is almost spiritual. With the songs that I’ve selected for the show, I will be in that zone.”

Indeed, Roots shared a story about one of her performances at a Richmond restaurant and night spot in which a divorced couple attended, having been tricked into going there by their sons. Roots performed the “Second Time Around” and the next time the couple attended her performance at the same place, their sons were nowhere in sight. After being divorced for 20 years, the

Gates, the production’s musical director is convinced that Roots “is the only person who can give justice to Ella Fitzgerald.”

that Ella Fitzgerald would be performing in the Boston Symphony Hall. Gates decided to wait until the end of Fitzgerald’s performance, in the pouring rain, just to get a chance to speak with her. His diligence was rewarded. Upon exiting the hall and about to enter a white limousine, Fitzgerald noticed the young music student standing in the rain. When Gates introduced himself, so impressed was Fitzgerald that she serenaded him with the song “I’m Singing in the Rain,” says Gates.

He should know. Like Roots, Ella Fitzgerald, photographed by Gates also hails from a musical Before departing, Fitzgerald William P. Gottlieb, November 1946. family. His father, the late left Gates with words that he James Bryant “Boo” Gates Sr., still remembers. “Young man, played saxophone for Della Reese’s band, as well as other make sure that you continue to get good grades, keep the well-known musicians. In addition to his work at VSU, music alive. We need young lions like yourself to preserve Gates’ own resume includes performances with Art Blakey, the music.”

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Yet, being tapped by Roots, who conceived staging the Ella Fitzgerald performance and tribute at the Virginia Repertory Theatre, was an “humbling” experience, says Gates.

Both musicians recognize the importance of continuing the legacy of performers such as Fitzgerald and others.

In 1980, as a freshman at Boston’s Berklee College of Music, Gates learned Ella Fitzgerald, Dizzy Gillespie, Ray Brown, Milt (Milton) Jackson, and Timmie Rosenkrantz, photographed William P. Gottlieb, 1947. www.UrbanViewsWeekly.com

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How to Choose a Chiropractor Seeing a chiropractor can help you overcome afflictions like pain or simply enhance your overall well-being.

Chiropractors are well trained medical professionals who can help alleviate pain in your back, head or neck. Chiropractors believe that realigning your spine will help relieve pain and discomfort in the body. Many patients find immediate relief from pain in the office of a chiropractor.

They report rapid improvements in their muscles, joints, bones and ligaments.

It will often improve your general health as well. The treatments administered by chiropractors can also treat minor ailments such as headaches and sinus pain.

Thinking about the following factors can help you find the right chiropractor for your needs.

Quality Chiropractors have some of the most stringent educational requirements in the health care industry. According to the American Chiropractic Association, accredited chiropractors go through at least 4,200 hours of classroom, laboratory and clinical training time combined. Students must spend four years in a pre-medical program, in addition to four or five years of professional training.

Not only do chiropractors study the body, they usually also study the muscular skeleton, pressure points, bone and joints, and nerves. Finding a chiropractor with these studies under their belt can give you a better experience and results.

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Insurance Coverage Many insurance carriers include chiropractic care as part of their regular coverage. Verify that your care will be covered. You might be offered a discount for choosing an “in-network” professional.

But if you don’t have insurance, many chiropractors offer low cash rates or affordable plans to help patients.

Even without health insurance, you can still find chiropractors offering quality, cost-effective care.

Check for discounts. Some chiropractors will offer incentive discounts for groups, referrals of new clients and other promotions.

over half the visits did not require the level of care available at an ER.” The truth is there is no exact timetable for how frequently each individual needs to visit the doctor. Some people think they need to go multiple times a year, even when they are healthy and feeling well. Some people think they can forgo seeing a doctor until they get really sick.

The final question during every doctor’s visit should be when to come back. It’s important to make a schedule but not to forget to pay attention to other things that are happening inside and around you that may change when you should go back. Take charge of your health and schedule your next doctor’s visit now!

TanyaFree.com/ Urban Views Weekly Poll Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel has announced a plan that would bar students from graduating unless they can prove they have a post-high school plan in place, whether it’s acceptance to a university, a trade school or a job offer in hand.

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Get Referrals Someone in your social or professional network has likely received excellent care from a chiropractor. Ask family, friends and co-workers for referrals.

Inquire specifically about their demeanor and schedule. Is it easy to make an appointment? You should also find out about the chiropractor’s philosophy about health and other wellness issues. Some practitioners will suggest complementary forms of care, including massage.

Given the results it can provide, chiropractic care is still affordable and well worth the money. With time and effort, you are likely to find a quality chiropractor in your area.

Researching the chiropractors in your area will help ensure you get the type of care you want and need.

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Scholar of the Week

Trevenin Hardy of George Wythe High School

GPA: 3.4 College(s) of Interest: George Mason University Major Community Service: Helped with football field cleanup, etc.

Strong Interests: Computer Engineering, Computer Sciences, Graphic Design Favorite Activities: Basketball, soccer, football, drawing, etc.

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His character, manners and kindness to others is what makes setting while still being in Virginia. One of the most important Trevenin Hardy’s personality. When he was younger, experiencing lessons he’s learned over the years is just how important bullying reinforced why he’d grow up to treat others how he education is for bettering himself. wanted to be treated. “I don’t even care now, but before I did and While education is important to Trevenin, he also enjoys playing it used to make me mad and cry when I was younger,” Trevenin sports. He plays basketball, football and soccer. During his said. “But I wish I knew before that I was going to be as smart sophomore year he was the co-captain for his school’s boys’ as I am now.” The negativity Trevenin faced at school and even varsity soccer team. Among many responsibilities as a team in his personal life are what he said shaped him into the person leader, he had the chance to share ideas for new play formations he is today. During those rough times, his mother always told that improved the team’s playing. One way he did this was by him that despite how others treated him, to always treat people combining his passion for video games where he studied the kindly. His aunt also advised him that against the odds, he could movements in games and brought it to do anything he set his mind to. This is the real world. Besides playing sports, advice Trevenin said he’d share with any Trevenin is also a member of JROTC and other students experiencing bullying the National Technical Honor Society. in school. “And you don’t have to be With all of these extracurricular activities, like everybody else. Don’t worry about he still works to maintain a 3.4 GPA. what other people say because you don’t know what they think about you,” Three of Trevenin’s biggest influences in Trevenin said. “They probably look up ™ life are his mother, aunt and grandmother. ek to you but don’t admit it and just try to of the We Their constant encouragement that he downgrade you to see what you do.” could do whatever he wanted and be

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Trevenin continues to encourage himself and set his mind toward his goals. Some of these goals include becoming a video game designer, a graphic designer, fashion designer and starting his own business or businesses. One way he plans to reach his goals is by furthering his education and pursuing a degree in computer engineering, computer science or video game design. This August, he will start school at George Mason University to work toward his dreams. Trevenin was attracted to GMU because of their computer game program, its diversity and the fact that he’ll get to meet new people in a new

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They also told him, that while he may experience difficulties as a Black man in society, it’s important for him to “have a game plan and if you just be yourself and just focus on what you have to get done, then you can get far in life.” While he still faces some negativity and struggles, Trevenin is determined to not let the negativity deter him. “After going through negativity throughout my whole life, I understand life and all the assets, all the good stuff,” Trevenin said. “That’s why I just stay positive all the time.”

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3. Ignore suggestions and offers of assistance provided by board members.

Let them bring up their ideas meeting after meeting. Eventually they will stop.

Prohibit staff from following up with board members, and actively discourage initiatives that board members want to organize independently.

4. Use the same agenda for each meeting: keep it full of reports from staff. Don’t allow time for board members to engage and provide input. Don’t let the board chair create the agenda, set meeting dates, or set goals for board involvement. Don’t meet with the chair in-between meetings.

5. Recruit community leaders and then ignore their capabilities and connections. Stay busy so you don’t have time to learn the resources and funding that board members can give, raise or

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attract. Fail to plan and then ask for help at the last minute when the timeframe is unrealistic and the chances of success are slim. Increase the likelihood of disillusionment by failing to define goals, roles and responsibilities. And when you do define these, do it on your own without consulting the board. Don’t collaborate.

Availability of Draft Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Tri-Cities Multimodal Passenger Rail Station, Petersburg, VA

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This notice advises the public that the Crater Planning District Commission (CPDC) in coordination with the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has made available for public review and comment a Draft Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Tri-Cities Multimodal Station. The project considers the needs and suitability of various locations within the Tri-Cities Area of Virginia, which includes the Cities of Petersburg, Colonial Heights, Hopewell and the Counties of Chesterfield, Dinwiddie and Prince George for the construction of a new regional passenger rail station.

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The Draft EA is being made available to the public, as well as to Federal, state, and local government agencies to review and provide comments. The EA document can be viewed on the CPDC website,

These are five ways to ensure poor attendance, boring meetings, and a de-energized board. It doesn’t have to be this way, but you will have to do something to change the situation. Ideally you will take action with your board. Together you can reenergize.

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Written comments may be mailed to Mr. Joseph Vinsh, Special Projects Coordinator, at Crater Planning District Commission, 1964 Wakefield Street, Petersburg, Virginia 23805. Comments may also be emailed to jvinsh@ craterpdc.org. Comments on the Draft EA must be submitted to Mr. Vinsh at the above mailing or email address no later than 30 days from the publication of this notice.

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