Kudos to Chap

By: Brian
Published On: 12/14/2006 12:30:00 PM

Mr. Petersen continues to impress me.  In his latest blog entry, entitled "Bridge to Somewhere," he shares with us his work on the Board of the Virginia Economic Bridge

The mission of the VEB "is to promote the economic vitality and external competitiveness of the Commonwealth through business, industry and educational partnerships between Southwestern Virginia, Northern Virginia and other areas of the Commonwealth."

I first heard of the VEB when the Return to Roots program was announced a few months back.  At that time, I visited the VEB's webpage, but it was the type of information that "goes in one ear and out the other." 

Now, looking at it again, the VEB sounds like an excellent program and something that can greatly benefit our region.  I am interested to hear whether or not they have been, and to what extent, successful in creating the partnerships that are envisioned.

I appreciate Chap's service on this Board and him taking the time to share his experiences. 

In Virginia, we have hundreds (thousands?) of people serving on boards, commissions, etc., but we rarely hear about what is going on - much less their personal thoughts and opinions - except through press releases that few people read. 

I hope Chap will continue to keep us updated on these projects, especially those affecting Southwest Virginia. 

What we really need from Chap, however, is him back in Richmond - representing the 34th Sen. District.  I wonder if we can talk him into running?  :)

 


Comments



Bridge to somewhere (Silver Fox - 12/15/2006 9:31:11 AM)
Some of the vehicles of economic growth that trundle over the bridge might be powered by bio-renewable fuels, grown , refined and distributed in southern Virginia.  If the concept becomes a viable industry it would create jobs, for the farmer, the refinery workers and distribution network, and that would in turn generate an expanding net of jobs in other industries.  And another not so small benefit to the rest of us...a good step in energy independence that benefits the enviromnent and our oil-driven foreign policy.  I recently heard a speech, sponsored by Todd Smyth and the PDA, given by Al Weed, that made just these points. Something to ponder and explore...


That discussion by Al Weed was recorded and is available !!! (Used2Bneutral - 12/15/2006 10:51:09 AM)
The audio isn't the best and only ambient lighting was available in a relatively dark room, but almost the entire discussion is available here on Google Video...
http://video.google....

Warning, this is a full one hour and twenty-two minutes long and available for free download (800 meg).

And Silver Fox email me when you can at JimS @ NoVa.org