My latest column with the above title appeared in Wednesday's Virginian-Pilot. Besides the reform commission, Governor Bob McDonnell established, via Executive Order #9, the Commission on Higher Education Reform, Innovation and Investment. He named the members to the committee in May. Information on the commission's meetings including the presentations made at prior meetings can be … Continue reading ODU offers a model for achievement
Category: Norfolk
Norfolk council, school board clam up
Two separate articles in Sunday's "Compass" demonstrate the Norfolk's disinterest in open government. First there was Steven Vegh's piece about the school board. That body has adopted a policy of no dissention. The new norms, approved by consensus, stipulate that “once we reach a decision or compromise as a board, we will each support the … Continue reading Norfolk council, school board clam up
James Quigley, candidate for Congress
In the latest installment of Politalk Virginia, I interviewed Libertarian candidate James Quigley, who is running for Congress from the 3rd Congressional District. If you are reading this through email or an RSS feed and do not see the video, please visit my blog.
Southeast High Speed Rail meeting October 5
The City of Norfolk is hosting a public information meeting this coming Tuesday, October 5, on high speed rail (click on picture for a larger view and live links). The event will be held at the Half Moone Cruise & Celebration Center from 6pm to 7:30pm and will feature remarks from Mayor Paul Fraim, a … Continue reading Southeast High Speed Rail meeting October 5
The flow of money into Norfolk’s Ward 7 race
My latest op-ed appeared in The Virginian-Pilot Wednesday with the above title. I do my writing on Sundays and I had something else in mind for this week's column until I opened Sunday's paper and ran across this article in the Compass. This part caught my eye: Mayor Paul Fraim hosted a luncheon for Ward … Continue reading The flow of money into Norfolk’s Ward 7 race
Norfolk says no to open government
If you've ever attended a Norfolk City Council meeting, you will find no discussion of the issues that they are voting on. That's because all of the discussion - including presentations on the issues - takes place in the informal session that occurs earlier. There has been a move underfoot, championed by the two newest … Continue reading Norfolk says no to open government
Reminder: Harbor Party coming up 10/7
Just a quick reminder that the 18th Annual Kiwanis Harbor Party and Seafood Fest is coming up next week, October 7. Tickets are $35 in advance, $40 at the door.
Redistricting hearing in Norfolk
The redistricting subcommittee of the House of Delegates Committee on Privileges and Elections held a public hearing in Norfolk last night. Nearly 80 people showed up for the hearing, more than double, I'm told, that of the earlier hearing in Roanoke. Members of the committee in attendance were Delegates Chris Jones (chair), Jackson Miller, Rosalyn … Continue reading Redistricting hearing in Norfolk
Portsmouth mayor financial reports in
The financial reports for the upcoming special election for Portsmouth Mayor have been posted on the Virginia Public Access website. Eight candidates are vying for the seat, which became open as the result of the recall of James Holley. D Stefan Adams - $368 raised ($25 in cash), $25 on hand William C Baker - … Continue reading Portsmouth mayor financial reports in
Reminder: Redistricting hearing Wednesday night
Just a quick reminder that the redistricting subcommittee of the House of Delegates Committee on Privileges and Elections will be holding a public hearing in Norfolk Wednesday evening, September 22 at the Roper Performing Arts Center, Tidewater Community College in Norfolk. The hearing starts at 7pm.
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