15th Annual Virginia Statewide Neighborhood Conference Program Book~ Lynchburg 9/18-19/2014

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“While each neighborhood is unique, all face similar issues. From the basics of organizing and conducting meetings to finding resources for needed projects, everyone needs to have the skills to make a difference.” —Estelle H. McCadden

In 2000, Ms. Estelle H. McCadden, a Roanoke, Virginia neighborhood activist and President of her neighborhood’s organization, the Melrose-Rugby Neighborhood Forum, Inc., became inspired to organize and create Virginia’s Statewide Neighborhood Conference. At the time, Ms. McCadden was also serving on the Board of Directors of Neighborhoods USA (NUSA), a national organization dedicated to developing partnerships between neighborhoods, local government, and public/private agencies across the United States. She continues to serve on the NUSA board today as the chair of the NUSA Board of Development Committee.

Ms. McCadden, with the assistance of Selena Cuffee-Glenn, who was Deputy Director of the Community Development Department in Richmond, Virginia at that time, brought together neighborhood leaders and professional staff from the cities of Norfolk, Richmond, Hampton, Roanoke, and James City County forming the first statewide planning committee that would create the first Virginia Statewide Neighborhood Conference, which later became an annual event. Since that time, additional members have joined from Blacksburg, Charlottesville, Chesapeake, Chesterfield, Danville, Fairfax County, Lynchburg, Manassas, Prince William County, and Virginia Beach.

We welcome your participation at our annual Virginia Statewide Neighborhood Conference. This three-day conference provides you with the opportunity to participate in information-packed workshops, listen to thought provoking speakers, view a host of exhibitions, and engage in networking opportunities with hundreds of neighborhood advocates from across the Commonwealth of Virginia. The future of Virginia lies in the success of our neighborhoods and in the faith of those who strengthen them!

Overview & History

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Welcome!While contemplating the significance of this year’s Virginia Statewide

Neighborhood Conference, I was stunned at how successful we have

been in communicating to our elected leaders the importance of

building our neighborhoods. We should also be proud of how many

of our state’s jurisdictions have become involved in neighborhood

development as a result of the influence of our conference. All of this

has occurred in just 15 years of hard work. I should think that our

countenance should include swag. Imagine me walking with swag! We

don’t have to show our swag, our actions should speak for themselves.

History has always been a prominent determinant of future success. For this reason, I am

pleased that this year’s conference is in Lynchburg. Let me explain. Rome was a magnificent

power for centuries. It was so prominent that it was considered a government separate

from the country in which it lie, Italy. Legend has it that Rome was formed between seven

hills. Those hills provided protection for the Roman Empire and made it nearly impossible to

attack the world’s most important city. The isolation was a major factor in the development

of Rome. That isolation allowed the city to develop irrigation systems, roads, bridges,

tunnels and government that the world had never seen before.

This year’s Virginia Statewide Neighborhood Conference has developed the theme,

Neighborhoods Reaching for a Better Tomorrow. Lynchburg is a city located in the middle of

our state. It was developed in the center of seven hills. While we are here, we are isolated

from the rest of the state in developing opportunities for our neighborhoods to grow and

thrive. Let’s take the opportunity to learn from the Romans in regard to the development of

communities—not in the devastation that happened centuries later! Let’s put our words into

action and enact ideas that will strengthen our communities.

But we must also remember: “Rome wasn’t built in a day!”

Welcome to Lynchburg!

Estelle H. McCadden

President, VSNC Planning Committee

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September 2014

Dear Conferees: Welcome to the city of Lynchburg, Virginia, one of the oldest and most historic cities in the Commonwealth. We are proud to call Lynchburg home and to have this opportunity to showcase our city. I applaud each of you for your commitment to the betterment of your community and your individual neighborhoods. Creating a sense of community and solving neighborhood problems requires initiative by local residents, community organizations and businesses because they are the ones who understand what needs to be done and how to do it. Your participation in this conference is an indication of your dedication to the future of your neighborhoods.

Please take some time to explore Lynchburg and learn why we believe that it is a great place to live, work and play. Come back soon! Best wishes to each of you. Sincerely, L. Kimball Payne, III City Manager


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2014 Conference Planning Committee

Fairfax CountyN. Tilly BlandingDebra Graves-Alexander

Town of BlacksburgKim K. Kirk

City of DanvilleNorma J. Brower, Assistant Treasurer*

City of HamptonAlice Callahan*Shellea Blackwell, Treasurer* Sabrina Carr

City of LynchburgDana L. Horne, Ed.S, Host CityWayne D. Craig

City of ManassasChristen Zenich, Secretary*

City of NorfolkBrittany A. Bailey, Vice-President* Jan House Karen Tanner

City of PortsmouthJocelyn Adumuah

City of RichmondMary G. Blow

City of RoanokeEstelle H. McCadden, President* Beryl McCadden–Pritko, Assistant SecretaryBob Clement* Randy Riggins, Jr.

* Board Member

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Conference Sponsors

Gold Neighborhood Sponsor $5,000

Neighborhood Development Sponsor - $2,500

Platinum Neighborhood Sponsor$10,000

Neighborhood Improvement Sponsor - $500+

Danville Hampton Lynchburg Manassas

Norfolk Portsmouth Richmond Roanoke

Neighborhood & Youth Sustainer Sponsor - $1,000


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Thursday’s Luncheon Keynote Speaker

Basil Gooden

Basil Gooden currently serves as the State Director of USDA Rural Development for the Commonwealth of Virginia having been recently appointed to this position by President Obama in April 2014. Prior to this position, he served as the Principal Deputy Director of the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development having been appointed to this position in May 2002 by former Governor Mark Warner and re-appointed by Governor Tim Kaine. In this position, his primary

administrative responsibilities included strategic management and planning, technology advancement, and minority procurement initiatives.

Additionally, his work focused on community and economic development, homeownership initiatives and coordinating the annual Governor’s Housing Conference. The Department, which has an annual budget of more than $100 million and 140 employees, provides community development and housing program support to communities across the Commonwealth.

Some of his previous professional experiences include working four years as a Legislative Assistant for a U.S. Congressman and receiving a Congressional Fellowship to work for a U.S. Senator. Prior to assuming his current position, Basil worked at Virginia Tech where he served as the Coordinator of Outreach and Community Relations. In that capacity, Basil worked to increase the number of minority faculty, staff and students at the university. In 1999, Basil worked as an Extension Specialist with the Virginia Cooperative Extension Service where he provided leadership in a statewide community development research initiative. Through this initiative, he worked with local extension units and agents to assess the community needs and issues in localities in Virginia.

Basil is a native of Buckingham County, Virginia where he and his family still own and operate a cattle farm. As a youth, Basil was extremely involved in many Extension-related activities that focused on crop production, livestock and 4-H activities. He continues to be very active in numerous civic and community based organizations.

Basil received a B.A. in Political Science from Virginia Tech and holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Syracuse University. Additionally, he is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where he received a Master of Public Health (MPH) and a Ph.D. in Social Work in 1998.

Basil currently resides in Henrico County with his wife, Dr. Susan T. Gooden, who is a professor of public policy at the Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs at Virginia Commonwealth University. They have one daughter, Caper, who is currently a student at the College of William and Mary.


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Friday’s Breakfast Keynote Speaker

Anwar Saleem

Anwar Saleem is the executive director of H Street Main Street, Inc., a position he has held since 2007. Mr. Saleem founded this non-profit organization in 2002 to guide the revitalization of an important and long-neglected neighborhood commercial corridor in Washington D.C. He served as chairman of the Board of Directors until taking the direct responsibility for the delivery of commercial revitalization and business retention services as executive director.

Mr. Saleem’s interest in H Street NE began long before 2002. He has owned a hair salon on the street since 1989 and has purchased several buildings over the years. A native Washingtonian, Mr. Saleem grew up in the surrounding neighborhoods and remembers the street in its heyday. The economic growth strategy that Mr. Saleem developed has resulted in more than 2,600 new jobs on the H Street corridor.

Through direct recruitment and partnerships, he helped to attract more than 256 new businesses to H Street NE. He has developed alliances with DC Government officials which bring substantial resources into H Street, including a leg in the new streetcar system and Tax Increment Financing. As a small business owner himself, Mr. Saleem understands the challenges that independent entrepreneurs encounter. He has helped business owners successfully apply for grants and loans to upgrade storefronts.

Increasing H Street’s marketability has been a priority for Mr. Saleem. He led the rebranding of the commercial district into an arts and entertainment district. He created the H Street Main Street’s Clean Team, which removes debris, graffiti, and snow to create a more appealing and safer environment for business clients and the residential community. With a commitment to future generations, Mr. Saleem has annually recruited, hired and mentored DC students in summer work-and-learn programs.

Under Mr. Saleem’s leadership, H Street Main Street has become a commercial revitalization success story. The organization won a Great American Main Street Award in 2013. It was ranked by USA Today as #1 among the 10 most up and coming neighborhoods in America. Forbes Magazine named H Street NE one of the “hippest corridors” in 2012. The H Street Festival, which Mr. Saleem organizes, received a Best of Washington Award in 2012 and 2013. Mr. Saleem continues to work as a volunteer in civic, advocacy and youth development organizations that strengthen communities in Washington, D.C., his hometown.


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Conference at a GlanceThursday, September 18, 2014

Registration 10:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. • 1st Floor Lobby

Visit Exhibitors 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. • 1st Floor Lobby

Welcome Lunch

12 noon - 1:30 p.m. • Ballroom A

Workshop Session 1 1:45 p.m - 3:15 p.m.

Youth Cafe Session 1 1:45 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. • Lounge

Break & Visit Exhibits 3:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. • Exhibit Hall

Workshop Session 2 3:30 p.m - 5:00 p.m.



Masquerade Reception Dinner & Entertainment Heavy Hors d’oeruvres • 6:00 p.m. till... • Ballroom A

Featuring DJ Ed

Dance Theatre of LynchburgThe Hill City Sliders

Photo Booth Selfies • Mask Giveaways • Costume Optional

All event/session doors will open for seating 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.


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Conference at a GlanceFriday, September 19, 2014

Registration 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. • 1st Floor Lobby

Welcome Breakfast7:45 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. • Ballroom A

Mobile Workshops Boarding9:30 a.m. Board Buses • 1st Floor Lobby

Mobile Workshops Session 39:45 a.m. - 12 noon

Onsite Workshop Session 3 9:45 a.m - 12 noon • Poplar Forest Room and Ballroom B

Break & Visit Exhibits 12 noon - 12:30 p.m. • Exhibit Hall

Awards Luncheon12:30 p.m - 2:30 p.m. • Ballroom A


Workshop Session 42:45 p.m - 4:15 p.m.


Break4:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Closing Ceremony 4:30 p.m - 5:00 p.m. • Ballroom A

All event/session doors will open for seating 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.


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~ THURSDAY WORKSHOPS ~

SESSION WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION PRESENTER MODERATOR

1 A

Thursday1:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.Ballroom B

Grant Writing: Because Sometimes You Need Money to Do Things

Workshop will discuss giving trends; grant writing basics, how to find grants and funding opportunities to support your initiatives.

Dani Hottle Fund Development Director, Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lynchburg

Starlette EarlyLynchburg

1 B

Thursday1:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.Ballroom C

How to Improve the Emotional and Mental Health of Your Neighborhood

Learn and discuss how a healthy neighborhood responds to the unexpected or undesirable presence of an individual or groups of individuals different from themselves.

Terrick D. Moyer Chairman of the Blue Ridge Re-entry Council, Vice President of the Source Group 5Lynchburg

Alice CallahanHampton

1 C

Thursday1:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.Poplar Forest

Partner with Your Housing Funder

Session will provide information on VHDA programs and other federal/state/private resources in addressing revitalization needs.

Keith SherrillCommunity Housing Office, VHDA Richmond

Earl B. ReynoldsDirector, Community Development City of Danvile

Mary BlowRichmond

1 D

Thursday1:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.Room 503

Neighborhood Planning Best Practices: Lessons from the Strategic Investment Area

This pannel of experts will discuss the dos and don’ts of community engagement, identify and engage a variety of stakeholder groups, and learn steps to create and implement a viable neighborhood plan.

Kathleen Galvin, AIA, CNU-A City Councilor, Principal, Galvin Architects Charlottesville

Lee Quill, FAIA, CNU Founding Principal, Cunningham Quill ArchitectsWashington, DC

David EllisAssistant City Manager City of Charlottesville

Chris Engel Director of Economic DevelopmentCity of Charlottesville

Kevin HenryLynchburg


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~ THURSDAY WORKSHOPS ~


2 A

Thursday3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.Ballroom B

Creating the Ideal Neighborhood

Participants will experience hands on activities to take back to their neighborhoods to foster positive dialogue to create change.

Christine KennedyInterim President Lynchburg Regional Chamber of Commerce

Shellae BlackwellHampton

2 B

Thursday3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.Poplar Forest

Help!My Neighborhood Meetings are Losing Members

Learn how to maximize your meeting effectiveness for a stronger, more vibrant organization that increases membership.

Crystal Hypes Program SpecialistCity of Roanoke

Bob ClementRoanoke

2 C

Thursday3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.Ballroom C

Leadership Lessons Learned from ‘Leaning In”

How to exercise leadership in making neighborhoods better places to live, work and play. Learning how and when to “lean in” is an art, not science.

Bonnie SvrcekDeputy City ManagerCity of Lynchburg

Starlette EarlyLynchburg

2 D

Thursday3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.Room 503

Why Storm Water Management Matters to You

Learn how storm water affects the community, neighborhoods and lives from polluted streams and drinking water to flooding and erosion. What should concern us and what can be done about it?

Karl KleinhenzCity Planner IICity of Roanoke

Whitney BlankenshipLynchburg


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~ FRIDAY MOBILE TOURS ~

SESSION TOUR DESCRIPTION LOCATIONS TOUR GUIDE

3 A

Friday9:45 a.m. – 12 noon

MOBILE TOUR

Tour Lynchburg’s Historic Neighborhoods

Visit unique historic neighborhoods in Daniels Hill, Garland Hill, Tinbridge Hill, and Diamond Hill—it’s sure to be a delight for lovers of history and architecture.

Rivermont Historic HomesGarland Hill Historic HomesYoder Center Tinbridge HillLegacy MuseumThe Old City CemeteryAnne Spencer House & Garden

Jane WhiteMary K. McIntoshAubrey Barbour Step on GuideLynchburg

3 B


MOBILE TOUR

Downtown and Loft Tour

Lynchburg’s Downtown is a vital and growing center for community life. The tour will take you through Arts and Cultural District, Lynchburg’s Main Street, and finish up with a tour of downtown loft apartments.

Riverviews Art Space and Lofts Mid-Point LoftsDiamond HillCommunity MarketPercival’s Island Love Sign

Alison Chadbourn Lynchburg Visitor Center

Jennifer Kennedy Step on Guide Lynchburg

3 C


MOBILE TOUR

Revitalization/Housing: Building Adaptive Re-use Tour

Neighborhood revitalization is key to successful communities. Journey to see adaptive reuse buildings in neighborhood locations- Downtown, Daniels Hill, Tinbridge Hill, and Garland Hill.

Rush Homes Victoria Ridge and Armstrong SchoolCraddock Terry HotelCraddock Love SignRiverviews Art Space &Lofts

Chris HowellRush Homes

Gloria PhillipsLynchburg Visitor Center

3 D


WALKING TOUR

Youth Walking Tour

Learn how the arts are playing an important role in revitalizing downtown Lynchburg. Tour the historic Academy of Fine Arts, the Dance Theatre of Lynchburg, and make a stop at Amazement Square, Central Virginia’s first multidisciplinary, hands-on children’s museum!

Academy of Fine ArtsDance Theatre of LynchburgAmazement Square

Norma BrowerDanville

Sue Downs-LoydLynchburg Visitor Center

Wanda Dennis Roanoke


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~ FRIDAY WORKSHOPS ~


3 E

Friday9:45 a.m. – 12 noonPoplar Forest

Growing Tinbridge Hill: Celebrating History within Neighborhoods

Learn the challenges and rewards of the project and strategies that can be used in other neighborhoods.

Carolyn Wilkerson BellProject DirectorFriends of Tinbridge HillLynchburg

Shellae BlackwellHampton

3 F

Friday9:45 a.m. – 12 noonPoplar Forest

Disaster Preparedness

This training will cover basic skills that are important to know in a disaster when emergency services are not immediately available.

Jennifer MaulPublic Safety SupervisorLynchburg Department of Emergency Services

William PerrowEOC Watch OfficerLynchburg Department of Emergency Services

Alison Callahan Hampton

4 A

Friday2:45 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.Poplar Forest

Becoming an Entrepreneur: Starting a Small Business

Begin with the end in mind. Learn the basics from the idea to the start-up of a small business.

Scott HorchlerVice President &Community Development ManagerSunTrust Bank

Natailie WilkinsLynchburg

4 BFriday2:45 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.Ballroom B

The Recipe for a Healthy Neighborhood

Get your community on the track to health through people, collaboration tasks, shared agenda and measures, and evidence-based strategies.

Dr. Rachel GagenF Read Hopkins Pediatric AssociatesLynchburg

Anna BentsonLynchburg

4 C

Friday2:45 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.Room 503

Wells Fargo and Neighborhoods: Improving Life Together

This workshop will focus on the programs and grants offered by Wells Fargo in partnership with community groups.

Ms. Tommye ArnoldWells Fargo Community Relations Officer for Western VirginiaBristol

Bob ClementRoanoke

4 DFriday2:45 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.Ballroom C

Achieving Success through Inclusion

Increase awareness of conscious and unconscious biases that prevent successful outcomes from inclusion.

Mr. Charles Boyd Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities Babcock & WilcoxLynchburg

Dana HorneLynchburg


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~ YOUTH WORKSHOPS ~


Youth Cafe 1

Thursday1:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. Lounge

Being Your Best You!

Learn tips to maximize the greatness that is on the inside of you. Define barriers to success and learn strategies to overcome barriers. Make a difference in your home, school, community and nation.

Ethel Reeves Coles Encouragement UniversityLynchburg

Norma BrowerJan HouseDanville

Wanda DennisRoanolke

Youth Cafe 2

Thursday3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.Lounge

Young Entrepreneurship:The Commerce of Tomorrow

Panelists will share insights on starting and operating businesses. Learn some dos, don’ts and musts of setting up a foundation for success in the business world.

Tony Camm EntrepreneurInstructorRadio PersonalityRecording ArtistHotelierLynchburg



Youth Cafe 3 Fri. 9:45 a.m.

Mobile Tour See page 18.

Youth Cafe 4

Friday2:45 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.Lounge

True Colors Learn your inner and outer strengths, talents and values. This workshop will give you a greater understanding of others.

Duane SmithChairman, RRHA Board of CommissionersPresident Joint Resident Council Inc.Roanoke

President Melrose Towers Resident CouncilRoanoke




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~ THURSDAY’S OPENING PROGRAM & KEYNOTE ~

DATE & TIME DESCRIPTION

Thursday12 noon - 1:30 p.m.Ballroom A

Opening Remarks and Introduction of the Mayor of Lynchburg Estelle H. McCadden President, Virginia Statewide Neighborhood Conference Planning Committee, Roanoke Conference Welcome from City of Lynchburg Mayor Michael Gillette

Presentation of Colors Heritage High JROTC, Lynchburg

National Anthem E.C. Glass High School Chamber Singers, Lynchburg

Recognition of Sponsors and Introduction of Keynote Speaker Estelle H. McCadden President, Virginia Statewide Neighborhood Conference Planning Committee, Roanoke

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Basil Gooden State Director of USDA Rural Development for the Commonwealth of Virginia by Presidential Appointment, April 2014, Richmond Announcements - Estelle H. McCadden

~ FRIDAY’S WELCOME & KEYNOTE ~

Friday7:45 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.Ballroom A

Welcome and Introduction of the Vice Mayor of Lynchburg Norma J. Brower Assistant Treasurer, Virginia Statewide Neighborhood Conference Planning Committee, Danville Conference Welcome from City of Lynchburg Vice Mayor Ceasor Johnson

Presentation of Colors Lynchburg Police Department Honor Guard

National Anthem Senior Officer Specialist Reinaldo Gonzalez, City of Lynchburg

Recognition of Sponsors and Introduction of Keynote Speaker Estelle H. McCadden President, Virginia Statewide Neighborhood Conference Planning Committee, Roanoke

Keynote Speaker: Mr. Anwar Saleem Executive Director of H Street Main Street, Inc., 2013 Great American Main Street Award Winner, Washington D.C. Announcements - Estelle H. McCadden


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~ FRIDAY’S CLOSING CEREMONY ~

DATE & TIME DESCRIPTION

Friday4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.Ballroom A

Recognition of Sponsors and Passing of the BannerDana L. Horne, Ed.S Residential Rental Inspection Program Administrator/Code Compliance Inspector, City of Lynchburg Presentation by 2015 Conference Host City Brittany Bailey Vice President Virginia Statewide Neighborhood Conference Planning Committee, Norfolk

Closing Remarks Estelle H. McCadden

Thursday Opening Ceremony E.C. Glass High School Chamber Singers Nancy Volk-Stalcup - Director Sarah McCormack - Soprano I , Jennifer Coffer - Soprano II, Mary Bradley Cassada - Soprano II, Gwen Oliveira - Alto and Nia Dyke - Alto Heritage High School Marine Corps JROTC: Marine Corps JROTC Master Sgt. Superior Marine Corps Manager Cadet Major Alejandro Saenz, Cadet Major Adrian Rees, Cadet First Lt. Robert Quimen, Cadet Second Lt. Mallory Kee and Cadet Sgt. Major Christian Pettibone Masquerade Dance The Dance Theatre of Lynchburg Repertory Ensemble Performing: The Five Jelly Rolls Choreography: Keith Lee; Music: Jelly Roll Morton; Restaged by: Kimberly Sheppard; Costumes: Beth Ehrhorn Jelly Roll Dancers: Spencer Miles, Robin Aughey, Kayla Callahan, Kaleb Lindervaldse, Ingrid Lindevaldsen, Grace Ehrhorn and entire cast The Hill City Sliders Angela Harvey, Micky Ferguson, Lindsay Michie, Theresa Mays, Anita Tinsley and Cynthia Hurt Friday Award Lunch Isaac Williams - Pianist

Lynchburg Police Department Honor Guard Senior Specialist Officer Reinaldo Gonzalez, singing the National Anthem; Master Police Officer Mark Rolfes, Master Police Officer Craig Dowdy, Police Officer Krystal Stevenson and Police Officer Adam Johnson The Dance Theatre of Lynchburg Repetory Ensemble Performing: Oh Mary Don’t You Weep Choreography: Keith Lee; Music: Traditional Gospel performed by: Aretha Franklin; Costumes: Barbara Webb and Beth Ehrhorn The Four Mary’s: Robin Aughey, Kayla Callaham, Holly Harkins and Eliana Lee; the role of Lazarus: Nadia Sneed Friday Mobile Tour Participants Mid Point Lofts, Riverviews Lofts and Art Space, Craddock Terry Hotel, Rush Homes Armstrong School/Victoria Ridge, Ann Spencer House and Garden Museum, Legacy Museum, Old City Cemetery, Tinbridge Hill Yoder Center, Lynchburg Historic Districts, GLTC, Academy of Fine Arts, Dance Theatre of Lynchburg, Amazement Square Children’s Museum, Lynchburg Community Market, Lynchburg Visitor Center All Neighborhood Awards Program Nominees and Participants

VSNC Conference Presenters, Moderators and Tour Guides

Communications & Marketing Department, City of Lynchburg

AND to all who contributed to the success of the conference!

Special Thanks To...

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