Urban Views Weekly August 23, 2017

Aug. 23, 2017

UVW - Showcasing the Positive Side of Life in the Urban Community

Health care facilities are popping up almost everywhere What’s Inside

Page 2 Salute the Blue

Page 4 Silence is Deafening

Page 6 A Career in Health Care

Page 9 Make Lunchtime Fun Time

Page 3 Scholar of the Week

Page 5 The Gift of Life

Page 8 Views from Around Town

Page 10 Choosing a Massage Therapist

Salute the Blue

By Freida Ann McNeil

Sergeant Carol Adams Carol Adams, a Sergeant in the Community Care Unit of the Richmond Police, is a self-professed shy, introspective, adventurous and solitary person. She has a deep commitment to her assignment Sergeant Carol Adams to the Community Care Unit and a goal to demystify the police to her community and reveal the essence of the community to her co-workers and trainees.

servant journey.” In her twenties, she worked as a Deputy Sheriff in the Youth Detention Center where she became aware of her ability to understand the perspectives of both the civilian and law enforcement worlds and began to see herself as a translator. Her tenure as a Deputy Sheriff also gave her a love for working with youth.

At age eight, her family moved to Richmond from Emporia, settling in the Carver neighborhood. As the oldest of two girls, Carol reports having periods of rebellion due to early expectations that she would handle leadership duties in her home. At that time, Carol had little interest in the police due to her family’s experiences with domestic violence which ended tragically when her father murdered her mother in her presence.

Members preparing for the The Carol Adams Foundation’s 6th Annual Fashion Show to raise awareness about domestic violence.

TanyaFree.com/ Urban Views Weekly Poll Chief Strategist Steve Bannon is out in the latest shake-up at the White House! Bannon said on Friday, “In many ways I think I can be more effective fighting from the outside for the agenda President Trump ran on.

And anyone who stands in our way, we will go to war with.”

What’s Your Take? What’s Your Take? Will the exit of Bannon lead to a shift in policy and a more “Presidential” 45?

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When appointed to Community Care, she threw herself into relationship with children, youth and their families. She has touched youth through experiences and prides herself on exhibiting consistency and caring. “I want everyone to feel my love and respect and all of the children to know and experience the same love I share with my six grandchildren.” As a supervisor and a trainer, Sgt. Adams has taken her translator job seriously using her time “at the table of leadership” to represent her people ensuring that their presence is both heard and felt there. Carol considers her opportunity to be a part of the leadership of the Richmond Police Department a blessing.

Her work with other officers instills in them the importance of self-care. She is also positioned to share her values and opinions on successful community policing with new officers.

“Successful police work is based on mutual interaction and engagement.”

“I love police work because when people call you, they need help.”

Carol’s young adult life was also shaped by teen motherhood and the responsibility of caring for her sister. “My Grandmother saved my life by teaching me forgiveness. Her teachings deeply influenced my view of people, God, the importance of service, and launched my

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Carol’s attraction to the Richmond Police Force came from her understanding of the increased opportunities to serve, support and impact the future of her neighbors and others like herself. She quickly became devoted to demonstrating her caring, respectful, and humanistic approach to interacting with people as a police officer. “I love police work because when people call you, they need help.”

Sgt. Adams cannot rest from her personal journey and is present for both her community and her co-workers.

Carol Adams…Valiant, Forthright, Honest, Passionate, God-Fearing, and on assignment. She is unashamedly living her life, intentionally in the service of her God, and loves RVA’s youth.

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Scholar of the Week

Christian Price of Richmond Community High School

GPA: 3.92 College of Interest: James Madison University Major Community Service: Pine Camp Arts Community Center and Battery Park Community Center Strong Interests: Working with children, engineering Favorite Activities: Volunteering, playing basketball, listening to music and spending time with friends

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From babysitting his niece and nephew, to different volunteer experiences, Christian Price has always enjoyed working with children. When he was in the tenth grade, Christian started working as a counselor-in-training with the Pine Camp Arts and Community Center. “It was pretty fun. I was naturally good with kids because I usually watch my niece and nephew a lot,” Christian said.

“The next summer I came back because I just liked volunteering and being around kids and supervising them.” Working at the Pine Camp is one of his favorite things to do. The experience not only helped him find a passion for working with children, but also a passion for music, sports and problem solving. During his free time, he still goes to the recreation center, but he also enjoys listening to music, watching sports, playing basketball and playing video games.

He is most looking forward to getting away from his typical lifestyle and experiencing different things.

While Christian stayed active in and outside of school, he worked hard academically and graduated with a 3.92 GPA. “My four years at Richmond Community have strongly developed my ability to give back to my community while also being the best that I can be in school and managing my time wisely,” Christian stated in an article.

Some organizations he was involved in ™ include Mu Alpha Theta, Community Council and Future Business Leaders of America. FBLA was a fun experience that helped peak his interest in business, learn selling techniques and also helped him build real-world skills. He also played on his Junior Varsity Basketball team and volunteered at Battery Park Community Center.

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This fall, Christian will attend James Madison University. He hasn’t declared a major yet, but is leaning toward engineering.

“The campus is beautiful and I would say it’s more of a typical environment,” Christian said. It was the first campus he visited and he fell in love. Christian said the diverse environment will prepare him for the work field. One lesson that he will take with him from high school, is to always manage his time well.

Christian described himself as a caring person who likes to give back to his community. Whether it is money or time, he enjoys being able to give back. He credits his mother for inspiring him along the way. “She’s on me every day about just doing the best that I can, behaving well, treating everyone how I want to be treated, and just being a well-represented young man.”

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I’m Just Saying

Silence is Deafening The Silence is deafening and the enabling is disgraceful.

The United States of America has a long and historic legacy of standing on the sidelines and watching as some of humanity’s worst atrocities unfolded.

From the seat of government and the Executive branch we have experienced Executive Orders and legislation that gave us such heinous laws and actions as the Indian Removal Act, the Asian Exclusion Act, the Japanese Internment, Jim Crow, Plessey v.

Ferguson, and on and on. We must all acknowledge that the U.S. has not always stood on high moral ground, nor have we as a nation given adherence to the basic tenets of our Declaration of Independence or our Constitution with its myriad of amendments. This is especially significant whereas people of color are concerned.

an option in the face of human suffering and doctrine that supports the destruction of entire groups of people.

History has taught us that.

The moral authority within the evangelical community has been fading with each day they remain silent in the face of neo-Nazi White Supremacists marching openly in the streets of American cities like Charlottesville, Virginia, igniting racial animus and violence. When will we hear from the likes of Jerry Falwell, Jr. of Liberty University, Pat Robertson of the Christian Broadcasting Network, and Ronnie Floyd of the Southern Baptist Convention? All have echoed hollow statements that generally condemn racism and bigotry as antithetical to the Bible and Christian beliefs. However, they have yet to stand in the public square with the same zeal that they endorsed and promoted the candidate of their choice, to vociferously denounce the false equivalency and equivocation this President has demonstrated in his weak statements and tweets about the horrifying domestic terrorism we experienced in Charlottesville last week.

To say they are “focused” on ministry and not politics is disingenuous and an absolute failure in moral courage and conviction.

“Neutrality is NEVER an option in the face of human suffering...”

The amendment process is full testament to the fact that the nation’s moral character and commitment to equality, equity and justice has been a long and increasingly evolving progression. The United States continued to pass Neutrality Acts in the 1930s and did not challenge Germany’s Nazi regime until after the bombing of Pearl Harbor. We stood by silently Tawnya Pettiford-Wates, Ph.D. while millions of Associate Professor/Theatre VCU Jewish people were Artistic Director and Founder marched into death The Conciliation Project chambers and (O) 804-477-6453 • info@theconciliationproject.org concentration camps.

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Health News

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The Gift of Life The month of August is National Minority Donor Awareness Month. This month was created to increase awareness of the need, especially among minorities, for more organ, eye and tissue donors. It is also a time to honor those who have donated and to encourage others to register as donors. People are also encouraged to practice good health habits in order to take better care of themselves in an attempt to reduce the number needing transplants.

Did you know...

Minorities make up more than half of those currently on the organ donation waiting lists?

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Organ, tissue and eye donation is important to everyone but can sometimes be of even greater concern to the minority community. Minorities are much more likely than Caucasians to need life-saving transplants. More than 100,000 men, women and children in the United States are waiting for a life-saving organ, and half of those on the waiting list are minority patients. The number of U.S. multicultural organ donors has more than doubled over the past two decades, giving hope to thousands who are in need of life-saving organ, eye, and tissue donors.

“Minorities make up the majority of the organ transplant wait list for many reasons, some of which are not clearly understood.” says Marlon Levy, M.D., chair of the Division of Transplant Surgery and director of the Virginia Commonwealth University Hume-Lee Transplant Center. “Certainly there is a significant burden of disease (high blood pressure, diabetes, kidney failure) among the Hispanic and African American populations.”

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With fewer minorities choosing to register as organ donors, fewer minorities on the transplant waiting list have access

One out of 20 Americans will need a tissue transplant in their lifetime. Donated tissues such as skin, bone

• 42% of all those receiving transplants were minorities

• 70% of minority transplant recipients received kidneys

• 32% of all deceased donors were minorities

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national transplant waiting list.

• On average, 20 people die each day while waiting for a transplant.

• One organ donor can save eight lives.

to life-saving organs that are a suitable match. While race is not a limiting determinant in donations, transplant success rates increase when organs are matched between members of the same ethnic and racial group. Lower donation rates among minorities can result in longer waiting periods for transplants for minority organ recipients.

In 2014:

Anyone can be a potential donor regardless of age, race, or medical history.

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Additionally, some minority communities, in some parts of the country, do not donate organs for transplant at the same rate as non-minorities. This negatively impacts minorities on the waitlist because blood-type and tissuetype characteristics tend to differ among various ethnic backgrounds. Therefore, a person’s best organ match is often within their own ethnic race.

and heart valves are used to treat burn victims, increase strength, restore mobility and improve the quality of life for approximately 1 million patients each year. Tissue is a special gift that can be shared among all populations. A minority donor’s tissue may benefit a patient of another race, and a minority patient may receive tissue from a donor of another race.

“I never thought about being an organ donor. Before my sister found out she had kidney failure, I was semi selfish and planned to keep all my organs. That is until I realized what someone goes through while suffering from kidney failure. Being a donor has given me a different view on life. I value every opportunity I get to walk a mile in my fellow man’s steps. As a minority, more communities need to acknowledge the chronic diseases that plague our community. This is not something isolated to just a family member but to everyone. It is one sacrifice I will never regret making as my transplant not only helped my sister, but it gave a stranger a second opportunity at life. For that, my life will be forever blessed.” ~ Artice Appling, 2015 patient who donated a kidney through a chain that included her sister and others in Maryland “It is truly the most selfless and generous decision one can make, and we see its effect every day in our grateful patients who were given a second chance at life.” says Dr. Levy. “Virginians can learn more and register as organ donors at donatelifevirginia.org.”

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The Timing may be Right for a Caree The job market has improved greatly in recent months and one field with high demand is nursing.

Hiring Trends in Nursing Professionals in the healthcare industry have noticed a shift in focus over the past decade or so, one that is centered on optimizing the patient experience.

Many hospitals and healthcare centers have enacted policies that mimic those traditionally found in the hospitality sector.

Patients are catered to with state-of-the-art facilities and responsive care plans that measure their overall satisfaction with their stay, physician, nurses and even food quality. These trends have impacted what healthcare organizations are looking for in their nursing staff.

Characteristics of a Nurse Here are some of the main personal characteristics that hiring managers are looking for in their next nursing professional: • Compassionate approach with great attention to detail; • Solid critical thinking skills and ability to think quickly in stressful situations; 6

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• Strong interest in science and math; • Flexible learning style and adaptable to change in the rapidly evolving healthcare industry; and • Ability to collaborate with others and work long shifts.

How to Become a Nurse If you’re looking to become a nurse, the first step is figuring out what type of nursing professional you’d like to be.

All states require nurses to complete some kind of formal degree through an accredited nursing school, while some professional certifications allow you to become more specialized.

Some of these certifications and credentials are acknowledged by organizations such as the American Nurses Association and National Association for Practical Nurse Education and Service. Do some research to find out where your passions for nursing can align with the right job and environment.

Different Kinds of Nurses As the industry has evolved, so too has the way we identify and classify nursing professionals. Different nurses specialize in different areas that can include ambulatory care, pediatrics, informatics, school nursing and mental health.

Here are some of the most common qualifications required for various levels of nursing:

“Professionals in the healthc a shift in focus over the pas centered on optimizing • Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) and Vocational Nursing (LVN) certifications; • Registered Nursing Board Certification (RN-BC); • Clinical Nursing Specialist Board Certification (CNS-BC); and • Nurse Practitioner Board Certifications (NP-BC).

If you are considering a career in nursing, be sure to talk with your college’s

er in Health Care – No Layoffs in Sight

By Bernard Freeman

and you’re frustrated that your resume simply isn’t selling your full potential.

It may be time to hire an expert.

Depending on where you live, there are likely professional resume writers or companies that can create customized documents for your career search.

Your local university or junior college likely also offers the service if you are a student or alum. There are some things you should look for before hiring a professional to take on your resume project.

care industry have noticed st decade or so, one that is the patient experience.” nursing program about the degree and designation that fits best with your personal and career goals.

Having a top-notch resume can put you ahead of the resumes showing up in the hiring manager’s inbox.

Hiring a Resume Writer You’ve stared into the seemingly blank abyss of your resume for days, weeks or even months. The words are starting to run together

Look for the CPRW Designation Writers who hold the Certified Professional Resume Writer designation have gone through an extensive testing program to make sure they understand the current trends in hiring, personal branding, document formatting and technical writing.

The process has various parts, one of which is writing a full resume and cover letter for a fictitious client — one who has a complex and detailed work history.

CPRW candidates must mine through this information and follow strict formatting and style guidelines before actually mailing the documents into the Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches for review.

Look for Testimonials The proof is in the pudding for resume writers. Can they show you a list of satisfied clients from your particular industry? Is their LinkedIn page filled with positive endorsements and recommendations from happy clients?

Ask any individual or writing firm for at least five positive testimonials and be aware of any that include a lot of generalities that the writer may have created himself. Testimonials should be detailed and include information on specific ways the writer helped position his clients for success.

Look for Upfront Pricing Pricing is key when you’re considering a few different writing options. The first step is figuring out how much money you are allocating to this portion of your job search. Like a new suit, haircut or tie, your resume is a critical part of how you present yourself to potential employers.

If you’re researching resume writers, be sure to ask about their rates before getting started.

Find out how they collect payments, and be wary of services that do not offer money-back guarantees if you are unsatisfied with the final product.

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Around Town

Jazz festival, eclipse glasses and VCU students moving in!

(L to r:) Ronald Isley rocks the crowd, Bernadette Stanis aka “Thelma from Good Times� and flutist Glennroy Bailey joins RVA for 7th Annual Richmond Jazz Fest.

Singer Jazmine Sullivan amps the crowd!

Crowd enjoys performances at Jazz Fest

Erykah Badu brings the soul to Jazz Fest

Far left: Kids and adults lined up for solar eclipse glasses and t-shirts at the Science Museum of Virginia, two year old Nina and her mother, Siddiqah Fitzgerald, waiting to get glasses; middle and right: new dorms coming to VCU, students move in.

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Family Features Courtesy Mini Babybel

Make Lunchtime Fun Time

Tips for creating back-to-school lunches With school back in session, many families are beginning to focus on smarter eating habits. Packing your little learner’s lunch is an easy way to help ensure his or her diet contains enough protein and calcium.

By letting your kids play a role in planning and packing their lunches, while tossing in a variety of appealing, fun options, you can make sure your students are set up for success.

“For lunches, I like to include mini-foods, like blueberries, strawberries and Mini Babybel cheese, because there is no prep time needed and they are fun to eat with fingers,” said Amy Bellgardt, mother of two and founder of the lifestyle blog Mom Spark.

“When lunchtime is easy and enjoyable, my kids are more likely to eat what we’ve prepared together.”

Bellgardt recommends these tips for creating tasty and fun back-to-school lunches.

Pick a theme Coming up with daily or even weekly themes based on types of foods can be a great way to tap into your child’s creative side. For example, try Taco Tuesday with walking tacos, or send along several foods that are dip-able, like chicken strips and honey mustard, apple slices and honey, or carrots and ranch dressing. Another fun theme could be Breakfast for Lunch with eggs, mini-pancakes and yogurt. www.UrbanViewsWeekly.com

“I love to make lunchtime more entertaining for my kids by serving them in themed bento boxes,” Bellgardt said.

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Mix it up For winning flavor combinations, pack small amounts of many kid-friendly items from different food groups like crackers, carrot sticks and grapes in colorful bento box-style containers. An option such as Mini Babybel cheese, a 100 percent real cheese with a rich and creamy taste, can be paired with colorful fruits and vegetables – as well as lunchtime staples like sandwiches – to create a balanced and tasty meal. A parent-pleasing choice, each serving of the snack cheese delivers at least 4 grams of protein and 15 percent of daily calcium needs in 70 calories or less, all in colorful red-wax-wrapped packaging with a signature pull tab.

Let kids help Involving children in planning and packing their own lunches can be empowering.

Place a note on the fridge to remind your kids what should go in their lunchboxes and lend a hand with the more difficult parts, such as slicing fruit and veggies or sandwich prep. Creating a routine with your little ones every night before bed can save you time in the morning, foster smart eating habits and create a sense of responsibility.

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How to Guide

How to Choose a Massage Therapist A massage is a great way to cope with stress. Massage therapy may be exactly what you need following a long day at the office or completion of a major project. But, selecting the right massage therapist takes time and plenty of thought.

You may need to try several therapists before finding the best one for you.

Keep in mind that there are also a variety of different massage specialties. Before making an appointment, keep these things in mind.

Training Most states require proper licensing for massage therapists; however, other states have no requirements. Verify the regulations in your state before checking a therapist’s background and experience.

No matter where you live, good massage therapists have undergone professional training. It is an accepted medical practice, so finding a professional is a must. It is particularly important if you have a muscle injury or back problems. If you have medical issues, consult a doctor to find a massage therapist who can meet your needs.

Specializations With several hundred kinds of massage therapies at your fingertips, it is important to research your options. Knowing the types of therapies you can receive will help you understand which is best for you.

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Maybe you are looking for a deep tissue massage, aromatherapy, Swedish massage or hot stone massage.

Therapists use lotions, powders, and oils to increase or reduce the friction of their hands.

Talk to your massage therapist. Many of them have personal specialties. They can help you decide what is best for you.

References – Happy Customers If your friends or family receive massages regularly, ask them for recommendations. Good massage therapists will leave a trail of happy customers. Reputation is often the best way to determine if someone’s services are helpful.

You could also request references from massage therapists.

Speak with previous clients to see if their techniques are effective.

Pricing The cost of massage therapy can vary dramatically. It will all depend on the type and duration of the massage, the

therapist’s training and even the business location.

Your health insurance might cover a portion of the bill.

Some insurance providers require a prescription from an osteopath or chiropractor before providing coverage. Check with your policy.

Personality Massage therapy is very personal. It requires interaction between people for long periods of time. Your therapist’s personality should be a good fit with yours. It will determine the quality of your experience. You should always feel comfortable with the person performing the massage.

Location The location will tell you plenty about the massage services.

The office should be neat, clean and professional. You might see other elements in the space to help you relax. Pleasant music, water fountains, and special lighting enhance the experience.

Choosing a therapist within a convenient location will also help you. A long drive after a massage is probably not going to be pleasant.

Ask whether the massage therapist can make home or office visits. Having a massage therapist come to you is, for many people, the ultimate luxury.

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Class of 2021 includes most diverse pool of applicants in University of Richmond’s history; 30 percent are U.S. students of color For the third time in the past decade, more than 10,000 applicants applied for 800 spaces in the University of Richmond’s Class of 2021.

The University of Richmond will welcome new students from around the world to campus for the 2017-18 academic year on Aug. 23. President Ronald A. Crutcher will assist students with move-in between 9-11 a.m. Classes begin Aug. 28.

“Some of the most academically-talented students in the United States and abroad applied for admission,” said Gil Villanueva, associate vice president and dean of Admission. “This is also the most diverse class in the university’s history with 38 percent self-identifying as domestic students of color or non-white international students.”

Within the class of 2021: 30 percent are U.S. students of color, the highest percentage in University history and the ninth consecutive year in which more than 20 percent of incoming first students are domestic students of color.

10 percent are international students, representing 30 countries from Belize to Vietnam.

13 percent are first-generation college students.

39 states and U.S. territories are represented.

“The new Spiders will add much to the Richmond community,” Villanueva said.

“We know they will take full advantage of and benefit from the Richmond experience, from partnering with faculty to leading numerous student organizations to studying abroad.”

Comprised of class presidents, newspaper and yearbook editors, Gold Award winners and Eagle Scouts, artists, athletic team captains and community volunteers, the class of 2021 is truly accomplished. The new Spiders also include entrepreneurs in game development and non-profits, lab assistants in cancer research, a co-founder of a youth theatre collective, a pianist who performed at Carnegie Hall and a nationally ranked tennis player.

Getting kids ready for school with early vaccinations and physicals The Richmond City Health Department’s annual Back to School Event for Richmond residents is Friday, August 25th, 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Health Department Clinic located at 400 East Cary Street. Use the Cary Street entrance for the Back-toSchool Event. Walk-in; no appointment is needed, first-come, first-served. Please eat and drink before arrival.

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graders will not be allowed to attend class without documentation/proof showing that they have received a Tdap vaccination.

Also, free physicals for school-entry and Head-Start will be provided in partnership with the VCU School of Nursing. No sports physicals are being provided this year.

Parents must bring their child’s shot record and insurance card, if they have insurance.

For more information call 482-5500 or visit www.RCHD.com.

PUBLIC NOTICE When: Tuesday, September 19, 2017, 5:00-7:00 PM Where: 100 W. Washington St, Petersburg VA (Petersburg Area Transit Conference Room 2nd Floor) Officials from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) want to hear your thoughts and suggestions on regional transportation planning in the Richmond metropolitan area.

This hearing is part of the federal certification review of the Tri-Cities Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (TCAMPO), the federally designated Metro­politan Planning Organization (MPO) responsible for transportation planning in the Tri-Cities region. At the hearing, members of two TCAMPO committees will participate in a meeting moderated by the federal certification review team. The public is invited to participate in this process and provide comments.

Question or Comments: Any persons in need of special accommodations to participate in these public meetings are requested to forward this information either by contacting the Crater Planning District Commission at 804-861-1666 or by email using the address listed below one week prior to the meeting date.

Persons with a hearing impairment may contact the Virginia Relay Center at 1-800-828-1120 to forward information to the Crater Planning District Commission and Tri-Cities Area MPO.

Title VI Notice to the Public: The Crater Planning District Commission and the Tri-Cities Area MPO assure that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, national origin, handicap, sex, age or income status, as provided by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and subsequent nondiscrimination laws, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of , or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity. Written comments on Transportation Improvement Program should be addressed Crater Planning District Commission, P.O. Box 1808, Petersburg, Virginia 23805 and or sent email dhyder@craterpdc.org La Comisión del Distrito de Planificación del Cráter y la MPO del Área de las Tres Ciudades aseguran que ninguna persona, por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, discapacidad, sexo, edad o estado de ingresos, según lo dispuesto en el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964 Y las subsiguientes leyes de no discriminación, sean excluidos de la participación en, se les nieguen los beneficios de, o sean objeto de discriminación en cualquier programa o actividad. Comentarios escritos sobre el Programa de Mejoramiento del Transporte deben ser dirigidos Crater Planning District Commission, P.O. Box 1808, Petersburg, Virginia 23805 y / o enviado correo electrónico dhyder@ craterpdc.org

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