Across the Board
Our biweekly Across the Board newsletter keeps you informed of Board of Trade activities. Members and non-members can subscribe.
March 29, 2006
Transportation Priority Moves Forward! Board Applauds Rail to Dulles Decision. A deal to extend Metrorail from West Falls Church through Dulles Airport and into Loudoun County won state approval on Monday. The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) will assume control of the Dulles Toll Road and also assume financial responsibility for the Metrorail extension. Recognizing MWAA’s outstanding record of accomplishment, the Board of Trade passed a resolution in February supporting the Authority’s proposal. Read More
Wellness Works Blood Pressure Screening Set for May 22-26. Get ready to participate in the first event of Wellness Works 2006: High Blood Pressure is Risky Business. In conjunction with National High Blood Pressure Awareness month, the Board’s Health Care Task Force is aiming to screen 1,000 employees at free blood pressure screenings at office buildings across the region! Learn more about this event, including sponsorship opportunities
How to Plan for Regional Growth? Organizations Agree to Take Next Steps. The Board of Trade and two other regional organizations are developing an “Envision Greater Washington Working Group” to create a framework to address the anticipated growth in population and jobs. This “Phase One” step, approved by directors of the Board of Trade, the Council of Governments, and the Community Foundation, followed last month’s winter meeting of the Potomac Conference. The new Working Group – comprised of approximately 30 persons from the public, business and civic sectors – will develop a work plan over the next 90 days. Read more
Support Continues in MD, VA for Dedicated Funding for Metro. Last week, the Board of Trade testified in favor of a Maryland Senate bill to establish dedicated transit funding for Metro. The Board of Trade has been invited to participate in a House workgroup meeting this week on the legislation. And in Richmond, the Board of Trade continues to push for a final Virginia budget deal that includes a provision for selected area jurisdictions to have the option of raising a dedicated sales tax to fund Metro. Read MD testimony Questions on VA budget issues?
“Small Business. Big PR.” Workshop Scheduled April 19. Learn how to make your small business stand out to the media! This Small Business Network workshop, featuring p.r. experts and a Washington Post reporter, will help small businesses learn the best ways to approach reporters, pitch an idea and get noticed without spending marketing dollars. Register
Join us for 2006 Leader of the Years Dinner on April 20. Each spring, the Board of Trade hosts an elegant, black-tie dinner to honor an outstanding community and business leader. This year’s honoree is Michele V. Hagans, president, Fort Lincoln New Town Corporation and Fort Lincoln Realty Company. Make plans now to join colleagues and friends for an enjoyable, celebratory evening at the Capital Hilton. Register for Dinner
Regsiter for these Upcoming Events:
April 6 - DC Public Affairs Group Luncheon with DC Councilmember David Catania at the Board of Trade
April 6 - @Six networking reception at The Washington Club in downtown DC
April 19 - Small Business. Big PR. Breakfast seminar at the Board of Trade
April 20 - 2006 Leader of the Years Dinner honoring Michele V. Hagans at the Capital Hilton in DC
Other News
WORC’s Dream Job Auction is May 1. What did you want to be when you grew up? A famous athlete? A national newscaster? This is your chance! Bid on your chance to shadow someone who has your dream job to help thousands of people in our region fulfill their dream for an everyday job that puts a roof overhead and food on the table. Presented by Capital One. For more info and/or to register, call (202) 857-5991 or visit www.worconline.org.
