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| Welcome to the George Washington Regional Commission (GWRC). The GWRC is the planning district commission for Virginia Planning District 16, which includes the City of Fredericksburg and the counties of Caroline, King George, Spotsylvania, and Stafford. The GWRC – along with its predecessor, the Rappahannock Area Development Commission – has served Planning District 16 for more than 40 years. Our principal functions are regional land-use planning, transportation planning and transportation demand-management activities, including the GWRideConnect program as well as the management and operation of three GoTelework.org telework centers. We also support a number of affiliated organizations, including the Rappahannock Economic Development Corporation, the Rappahannock River Basin Commission and the Rappahannock Disabilities Services Board. |
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| Planning District 16 – with a population of more than 300,000 – is the fastest-growing region in Virginia and the fourth most populous of the Commonwealth’s 21 planning districts. The rich history, abundant natural beauty and vibrant economy of the region combine to make it an exciting place to live and do business. |
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| All of us at the George Washington Regional Commission invite you to learn more about Planning District 16 by exploring this website and by visiting the beautiful communities and places that make this region the special place that it is! |
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| The 2010 Census is coming! |
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| Fredericksburg Partners Hosting U.S. Census Bureau Road Tour - February 16th at the CRRL Headquarters Library from 10 a.m. to noon |
| The Fredericksburg regional community has the opportunity to meet with U.S. Census Bureau and local officials to learn about the far-reaching importance of the upcoming Census. |
| An area-wide Complete County Committee corrdinated through the George Washington Regional Commission has been meeting with Census Bureau officials to map out strategies for acheiveing maximum 2010 Census awareness and participation of those living in the region. Representatives from the U.S. Census Bureau, GWRC, the City of Fredericksburg, the Town of Bowling Green, and the Counties of Caroline, King George, Spotsylvania and Stafford have been participating on this Committee. |
| As a part of this continuing initiative, the Committee is pleased to welcome the "Portrait of America Road Tour" to the Fredericksburg region. The purpose of the Tour is to connect directly with the public, explaining WHAT the 2010 Census is and WHY it is so important. An interactive, educational experience will be offered to tell people about the importance of the 2010 Census, why people should participate, and how the 2010 Census data collected impacts everyone. |
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| The Portrait of America Road Tour will: |
- emphasize how safe and easy it is to complete the 2010 questionnaire;
- communicate when the form will arrive in households;
- show an example of the form and envelope households will receive through the U.S. Mail;
- educate the public about the use of Census data;
- communicate that personal information completed on the form is confidential and secure by federal law; and
- emphasize that immigration status is not asked on the form.
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| This event is free and open to the public. Mark your calendars for February 16th to come see displays, enjoy diverse, local entertainment and learn why everyone needs to be counted. The CRRL Headquarters Library is located at 1201 Caroline Street in Old Town Fredericksburg. |
| For information on the 2010 Censuis visit: www.2010Census.gov |
| For local information about the GWRC Committee, contact: Kevin Byrnes, Director of Regional Planning and Regional Demographer, George Washington Regional Commission, at 540-373-2890 and byrnes@gwregion.org |
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