July
Weldon Cooper's Data on Building Permits - Wonderful Information!!!
Posted 7/3/2008
Building permits and construction cost vary significantly Christiansburg, Blacksburg, Radford, and Montgomery County. I wonder what makes the difference.
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Some of Man's Greatest Inventions
Posted 7/2/2008
There are some inventions we will never really know the source of with any degree of certainty. Here are a few possible scenarios to consider.
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Michael Barber scores a touchdown in town council meeting
Posted 7/2/2008
Interesting developments during the Town Council Meeting last night. Councilmen Barber, Canada, Stipes, and Wade were key players in getting things done.
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And Still Another Brave Soul Steps into the Blogging Ring
Posted 7/1/2008
Another blogger taking on local issues. Check out the New River Journal Blog for information melded with a keen sense of humor.
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Another good informational blog: What to do for the 4th of July
Posted 7/1/2008
Another blog to check out is nrvlivingblog.com. On the surface it looks like just another real estate site. However, the author does a really nice job of keeping up with community events, and providing valuable information about real estate that helps to educate the consumer.
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Want to know about what has been built in the last few years in Christiansburg?
Posted 7/1/2008
Building permits give you an excellent view of how growth is occurring. The basic summary information now available on the website will help you to see how growth has occurred in Christiansburg. Further information at the Weldon Cooper Center gives information on the costs of those residences also.
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June
Surveys for Christiansburg Residents and Visitors
Posted 6/29/2008
Provide your input to the Town Council and Planning Commission by using these surveys.
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Don't take my word for it!
Posted 6/28/2008
Check out the information for yourself. There is no need to take one person's word for thing. Participate in the surveys also and make your voice heard.
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What if your doctor said...
Posted 6/27/2008
When the Town Council or Planning Commission is making an important decision, the information provided needs to be thoroughly researched and presented as clearly stated facts.
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FYI: Citizen WebPage HIts
Posted 6/27/2008
The citizens information pages have seen a good bit of traffic. Now, are there events that can be promoted in this way?
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That Ain't Sweet Tea!!!
Posted 6/26/2008
How does sweet tea represent the communications problems we have when different perceptions clash? You'll have to read to find out!
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Have your say on Downtown Parking!
Posted 6/21/2008
This is a survey about parking in Downtown Christiansburg as to what citizens and visitors want for a time limit on parking. This information will be provided to Town Council and Street Committee members.
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Sudden increase in railroad traffic causing some extra delays at crossings.
Posted 6/20/2008
Increased rail traffic might be due to flooding and the need to reroute traffic to sections of rail lines not affected by the high water levels.
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Christiansburg Survey Source for Citizens and Visitors Now Available
Posted 6/19/2008
New surveys available for citizens and visitors. In particular, there is a survey dealing with the Downtown parking issue to be addressed by Town Council. Please take a few minutes to contribute to the information to be presented to Town Council.
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One reason why County Property Taxes have had to go up.
Posted 6/19/2008
The impact of annexation on the tax base of the County is part of the reason for increased property taxes. Christiansburg's battle to keep down its taxes costs County residents
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Quality of Life of a Community: How is it defined and evaluated?
Posted 6/18/2008
What role does quality of life play in the growth and development of a community? Who defines quality of life for a community? Who evaluates quality of life?
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Why not move the Town Elections to November? Now is the time!!
Posted 6/16/2008
There are benefits to individual citizens, the Town, and to the environment in moving Town elections to November. Will Town Council meet the challenge in a timely manner?
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Reprint: Where are the minutes to public meetings?
Posted 6/16/2008
This is a reprint of an article that somehow got corrupted and would not display. This is part of the ongoing series of my quest for public information, and the problem I had getting access to public documents.
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3. What is General Welfare as it Relates to Planning Commission and Town Council
Posted 6/15/2008
Continuing story: "....has found following a duly advertised Joint Public Hearing with Council that the public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning practices (permit/do not permit)..."
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Letter vs Intent of the Law: Christiansburg's Comprehensive Plan
Posted 6/12/2008
Comprehensive Plans are suppose to reflect how citizens want their community to grow over time. What kind of information should be obtained from citizens for this document? What kinds of information were used in the Town of Christianburg's Comprehensive Plan? Let us take a look.....
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New Concepts on the Christiansburg Citizen's Webpage
Posted 6/10/2008
New files available on the information website. New files have Town Council Meeting Minutes only in searchable format by year. There is also a sample of how to use these: The Town Council History of the Aquatic Center.
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Planning Commission Meeting on Monday: A Case Study by ME!!
Posted 6/8/2008
A sample analysis of one rezoning request and what it can mean to Christiansburg residents in the 'long-haul'.
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KUDOS TO COUNCILMAN MIKE BARBER!!!! Be sure to check out the comments section on ----
Posted 6/7/2008
Take the time to check out the comments section on a recent blog article: Multiple Kudos following Town Council Meeting/FOIA Training 6/3/02. Councilman Mike Barber offers some great insights into some of the decisions involving the Aquatic Center, skateboard park, and Harkrader Sports Complex.
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2. What does convenience mean?
Posted 6/5/2008
What is public 'convenience, and why is it included in the decision-making processes of the Planning Commission and Town Council?
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Citizen Information Webpage Update
Posted 6/5/2008
New information on website. Contact Information for Councilman Brad Stipes.
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