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HR Partnership | March 31, 2009
“Who Speaks for Hampton Roads?”
This excellent question, raised by Louis Guy in a Virginian-Pilot (V-P) Dec. 27, 2008 op-ed, is especially pertinent now as the region faces a perennial crisis in transportation funding, the possible loss of an aircraft carrier, a decline in tourism, a weakened economy, and budget cuts all around.
The answer is…
HR Partnership | March 31, 2009
by Troi Lewis, a public transit evangelist, City of Hampton resident and frequent online commenter and forum participant; Troi is looking forward to the day when he can use public transportation all the time.
HR Partnership | March 29, 2009
Addressing the Commonwealth’s Transportation Needs There is no question that traffic is a quality of life issue and a potential obstacle to economic growth. In last year’s transportation bill, we were able to secure more than $61 million in appropriations for community development grants, Amtrak, and transportation projects in Northern Virginia and Hampton Roads. This [...]
HR Partnership | March 28, 2009
Learn more about Military-Related Legislation enacted during the 2009 Virginia General Assembly:
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HR Partnership | March 27, 2009
Remember when color TV was introduced in the 1950s, black and white TVs still got a signal? With the digital transition of 2009, analog TVs don’t get digital TV signals without assistance (cable, satellite, converters, etc.).
HR Partnership | March 26, 2009
Newport News experienced a year of stunning, positive economic investment announcements totaling nearly $2 billion in the city.
“The message here is we are not going to be as severely impacted like other places because of the investments we made in bringing in these industries and bringing growth to the community,” said Newport News Mayor Joe S. Frank.
HR Partnership | March 25, 2009
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Remembering “America’s First Region”
In the past, the Hampton Roads Partnership supplied colorful posters to area schools describing historical events that occurred in “Hampton Roads, America’s First Region” over the past 400 years. If you would like to receive the large 24″ x 26″ color poster for your 4th grade classroom, please let us know.
By participating in this educational initiative, you are providing your students with important information about where they live and the contributions our region has made to the history of our nation.
From April 26 to May 14, 1607, three English ships sailed and explored Hampton Roads from Cape Henry (today’s Virginia Beach) to Jamestown, our nation’s first permanent English settlement.
HR Partnership | March 24, 2009
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from http://www.America2050.org
The Northeast Mega Region is a powerhouse of density and economic output, producing 20 percent of the nation’s Gross Domestic Product with 18 percent of the population and only two percent of the nation’s land area. Over the next generation, the Northeast will add 1 million new residents. This population growth will demand infrastructure investments and economic growth to accommodate these new residents while preserving quality of life.
HR Partnership | March 23, 2009
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The Hampton Roads Partnership (HRP) launched the brand “America’s First Region” in 2006. Since then, a number of organizations and businesses have and continue to actively promote it. HRP honored them with a resolution of appreciation for their support at the March 2009 Board Meeting.
HR Partnership | March 22, 2009
MODSIM WORLD is an International Conference & Exposition for the exchange of modeling & simulation knowledge, research, and technology across industry, government, and academia.
This year’s conference, the third annual, focuses on 21st Century Decision-Making: The Art of Modeling & Simulation. Speakers, educational tracks, presentations, and product demonstrations will center on using modeling and simulation tools and practices in emerging & innovative operating environments.
Attendees will learn about new applications and practices and have an opportunity to network with other industry professionals.
For updated information, schedules, and opportunities to take part, visit MODSIM World 2009!
