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Wednesday, August 27, 2014

Virginia Leaders Applaud Governor and Attorney General's Efforts to Combat Sexual Violence on College Campuses

Central Virginia Community College
Central Virginia Community College (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
 Governor Terry McAuliffe today signed Executive Order 25 establishing a new task force, chaired by Attorney General Mark Herring, to help combat sexual violence on college campuses. The Governor and the Attorney General also signed a Joint Declaration with all 16 Virginia public colleges and universities and the Virginia Community College System acknowledging the partnership and shared commitment to improving how each institution addresses cases of sexual assault and expanding sexual assault prevention training on campus.
These actions have received praise from leaders across the Commonwealth:
 Senator Tom Garrett, Louisa:
“I applaud Governor McAuliffe for his efforts to ensure safety at Virginia’s colleges and universities.  I commend the administration and Virginia colleges and universities for partnering to make Virginia a leader in this area and to be on the forefront of sexual violence awareness, prevention, and response.”

Senator Janet Howell, Northern Fairfax County:

“Gov. McAuliffe and the Attorney General are wise to bring together state leaders to coordinate responses to this pervasive problem. Families can be confident that everything possible will be done to identify and implement ways to make college students safe.”
Delegate Rosalyn Dance, Petersburg:
                                                    
"As the Honorary Regional Chairwoman of the Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance, I am extremely pleased that Governor McAuliffe and the Attorney General are utilizing their offices to address this important issue across the Commonwealth."

Delegate Jennifer McClellan, Richmond:

“Today, the Governor and the Attorney General take a step forward in reaffirming and ensuring that Virginia college campuses are safe places to learn and grow. I am extremely pleased that Virginia is a leader in bringing higher education leaders, law enforcement, and legislators together to recommend best practices for combating sexual assault.”

Delegate Vivian Watts, Fairfax:

“I am pleased that Governor McAuliffe and our stakeholders  will work together with our college administrators and authorities to bring awareness and identify best practices to combat sexual violence on our college campuses.  I commend his efforts to maintain and promote positive learning atmospheres at our Virginia institutions of higher education.”  

 Emily Renda – UVA graduate, student activist:
“Governor McAuliffe's office is providing an environment for best practices to emerge. Many advocates and administrators on campus feel as though we're working in isolation and struggling with our own set of issues, when the reality is that our challenges are very much the same. The opportunity to work across the state offers the chance to share in this work to strengthen our responses as a whole.”
Rosemary Trible – Founder of Fear 2 Freedom:
“Paul and I have been at CNU for 18 years. We are proud to be united today with other presidents to take a stand in combating sexual violence on our campuses. I believe this generation is our hope to change the cultural understanding of this issue. Together we can bring about change, hope and healing, one person at a time.” 
John Jones – Executive Director Virginia Sheriffs’ Association:
"Sexual violence on campuses should be treated as violent crimes, as they are in any community.  Transparency and cooperation with local primary law enforcement agencies are an important component of combating this problem.  No citizen, whether a student or not, should feel isolated from the best law enforcement services Virginia has to provide.  The Virginia Sheriffs' Association stands ready to assist in implementing the agreement signed by the Governor, Attorney General and Virginia college and university administrators."  
Chief John A. Venuti – Virginia Commonwealth University Chief of Police:
“The prevention of sexual assault, violence, harassment, and misconduct of any kind remains a top priority for Virginia Commonwealth University.  I am pleased to see Governor McAuliffe and the Attorney General taking steps and action to shift the paradigm, raise awareness, and renew the focus on eliminating sexual violence on Virginia's college campuses.”
Tom Kramer – Executive Director, Virginia21:
“It’s clear that sexual assault on college campuses is an issue that concerns many students. We’re glad to see college leaders, the governor, his administration, and the attorney general commit to work together - sharing resources and best practices - instead of pointing fingers. We look forward to being a part of the conversations to come.”
Dana Schrad – Executive Director, Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police/Virginia Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators:
“College/University police must foster the safest environment possible and work closely with administrators, faculty and staff to be certain students are confident enough in them to report incidents of sex abuse. Then they must investigate each and every report vigorously and thoroughly, working with local and state authorities if needed. Undue feelings of shame and fear of not being believed or taken seriously must not be allowed to prolong victimization. I applaud the Governor for taking a proactive approach in establishing this Taskforce and bringing all stakeholders together to address any campus sexual misconduct concerns.”

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Monday, August 18, 2014

Governor McAuliffe Announces Administration Appointments

Virginia State University
Virginia State University (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
RICHMOND – Governor Terry McAuliffe announced additional appointments to his administration today. The appointees will join McAuliffe’s administration focused on finding common ground with members of both parties on issues that will grow Virginia’s economy and create more jobs across the Commonwealth.


Secretariat of Commerce and Trade

Tracey Jeter, Director, Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity
Tracey Jeter previously served as President of both the Capital Region and Virginia Minority Supplier Development Councils, affiliates of the National Minority Supplier Development Council.  Prior to her leadership on the Councils, she served as Special Assistant and Senior Speechwriter to the President, Liaison to the Board of Visitors, and Lead Advisor on Media Relations at Virginia State University.  Ms. Jeter is the former owner of Gordon-Tracey Advertising and Public Relations, LLC, a Virginia minority business enterprise.  She also served the Commonwealth as an appointee on the Supplier Diversity Advisory Board and former appointee on the Statewide Coalition for Black Businesses, and is a former member of the Virginia Chamber of Commerce.  She is a native of Richmond and holds a Bachelors degree in Speech Communications from Old Dominion University.

Secretariat of Education

Mackenzie Byrne, Deputy Director, Virginia Commission for the Arts
Mackenzie Byrne has been serving as Chief of Staff and Senior Legislative Assistant to Delegate Joseph Morrissey, 74th House District. She previously served as a Legislative Fellow for Delegate Jennifer McClellan, 71st House District. Mackenzie graduated from the Virginia Commonwealth University in 2011 with a degree in Political Science and Women’s Studies and received her Master’s degree from VCU in Social Work and Public Policy in 2013.

Secretariat of the Commonwealth
Board Appointments

Advisory Board on Behavior Analysis

  • Keri S. Bethune, PhD, BCBA-D of Harrisonburg, Assistant Professor, Department of Exceptional Education, James Madison University
  • Amanda A. Kusterer, BCABA of Richmond, Behavior Analyst Consultant, Spiritos School
  • Kate Lewis, MS, BCBA, LBA of Roanoke, Director of Partnerships, Commonwealth Autism Service.
  • Asha Patton Smith, MD of Arlington, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, Kaiser Permanente Northern  Virginia, Mid-Atlantic Medical Group
  • Patricia C. Taylor, JD of Crozet, Expert Witness Recruiter, Thomson Reuters Expert Witness Services

Advisory Committee on Juvenile Justice

  • The Honorable Dede Smith of Charlottesville, Vice-Mayor, Charlottesville City Council

Aquaculture Advisory Board

  • Heather T. Lusk of Quinby, Vice President, H.M. Terry Co., Inc.
  • Anthony Marchetti of White Stone, Chief Operations Officer, Rappahannock Oyster Co.

Board of Historic Resources

  • Margaret T. Peters of Richmond, Historian and Writer
  • Ashley Atkins Spivey of Richmond,  Director and Curator, Pamunkey Indian Museum and Cultural Center, Pamunkey Indian Reservation

Board for Professional and Occupational Regulation

  • James W. Head of Richmond, Associate, Hunton & Williams, LLP

Board of Trustees of the Frontier Culture Museum of Virginia

  • Nwachukwu Anakwenze, MD* of Rolling Hills, California, Victoria Medical Group, Inglewood; Chairman of Anambra State Association Worldwide, Chairman of Igbo World Assembly, Chairman of Council of Igbo State Americas, Board of Presidents
  • Dianne Fulk of Linville, Administrative Director, The Arc of Harrisonburg and Rockingham, Inc.

Governor’s Commemorative Commission Honoring the Contributions of the Women of Virginia

  • EJ Scott of Manassas, Sustainable Development Consultant, Primary Matters

Northern Virginia Transportation Commission

  • Jim Corcoran† of Fairfax County, President and CEO, Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce

Virginia Council on the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunities for Military Children

  • Jill Gaitens of Virginia Beach, Community Affairs Leader, Military Child Education Coalition
  • John B. Gordon, III, EdD of Henrico, Director of Administrative Services, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
  • Captain Frank E. Hughlett of Virginia Beach, Commander, Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek – Fort Story, U.S. Navy
  • Dorothy McAuliffe** of Richmond, First Lady of Virginia
  • Aaron C. Spence of Virginia Beach, Superintendent of Schools, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
  • Brad Williams of Gloucester, School Counseling Director, Tabb High School

Virginia Latino Advisory Board

  • Gonzalo Aida of Richmond, President, Virginia Young Democrats
  • Carolina Espinal of Arlington, Director, Brunswick Group LLC
  • Christopher J. Falcon of Falls Church, Owner & Attorney at Law, The Falcon Firm, PLLC
  • Charlotte Fritts of Winchester, Human Services Specialist, Federal Emergency Management Agency
  • Julio Cesar Idrobo of Falls Church, Realtor, Keller Williams Realty and Chair, Housing Commission, City of Falls Church
  • Aida Pacheco of Mechanicsville, Program Grants Manager, Virginia Community College System
  • Gloria Maria Peña Rockhold of Charlottesville, Community Engagement Manager, Albemarle County Public Schools
  • Alex Rodriguez  of Annandale, Vice President, Innovative Consultants International
  • Estuardo V. Rodriguez, Jr. of Fairfax, Principal, The Raben Group
  • Vivian Sanchez-Jones of Roanoke, School and Community Liaison for Immigrant Families, Commonwealth Catholic Charities
  • Zuraya Tapia-Hadley of Arlington, Treasurer, Shirlington Education and Employment Center
  • Gresilda A. Tilley-Lubbs* of Roanoke, Associate Professor of ESL and Multicultural Education, Virginia Tech
  • John Villamil-Casanova of Manassas, Executive Vice President, The ASPIRA Association
  • Lucero Soto Wiley of Norfolk, Financial Advisor, Morgan Stanley and Chair of Education, Hampton Roads Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Virginia Museum of Natural History Board of Trustees

  • Christine S. Baggerly of Danville, Vice President – Sales and Support Services, First Piedmont Corporation
  • Monica T. Monday* of Martinsville, Managing Partner, Gentry Locke Rakes & Moore, LLP
  • James W. Severt, II* of Washington, D.C., Private Investor

*Denotes reappointment
†Secretary of Transportation’s designee to Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Board of Directors (WMATA)
**Governor’s designee


Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Governor McAuliffe’s Changes to Restoration of Rights Policy Receives Resounding Support

Terry McAuliffe - Caricature
Terry McAuliffe - Caricature (Photo credit: DonkeyHotey)
Governor McAuliffe today announced amendments to Virginia’s restoration of rights policy, which increased transparency in the process and will enable more Virginians to have their rights restored sooner. The announcement of the amended policy, as well as the announcement that Governor McAuliffe has already restored the rights of 800 Virginians in less than 100 days in office, received praise from leaders across the Commonwealth.

Senator Henry Marsh, Richmond:

“Governor McAuliffe’s changes to the restoration of rights policy is the right thing to do. With these changes, more Virginians will be able to participate in the civic process and vote more easily, and Virginians will more easily be able to understand the restoration of rights process. I look forward to the continued improvements Governor McAuliffe will make on restoring more voting rights to Virginians who have paid their debts to society. This is a great step forward.”


“I commend Governor McAuliffe for his work ensuring that the restoration of rights process continues to become more transparent and efficient. A person who has served their time and paid their debt to society should have their civil rights restored."

Delegate Jennifer McClellan, Richmond:

“The changes Governor McAuliffe has made in the restoration of rights process were much needed and are commendable actions by our governor. Virginia is stronger when it is more open and transparent, and this announcement is another step in the right direction. I look forward to seeing additional progress the Governor and his team will make in the restoration of rights process, and ensuring more of our citizens who have done their time and paid their debt to society can re-enter into the civic process.”
Delegate Lionell Spruill, Chesapeake:
“Governor McAuliffe continues to do the right thing by safeguarding the civil rights of Virginians’ through the changes made to the restoration of rights policy. This enables individuals that have repaid their debts to return to society and become contributing members once again. This administration has demonstrated the importance of being transparent and responsive in everything that can be done for its citizens.” 
Mayor Dwight Jones, Richmond:

“Virginians who do their time and have paid their debt to society should absolutely be able to return to the civic process and vote. I applaud Governor McAuliffe for the progress his administration has made in restoring rights so far, and commend him on making significant changes to the process in which Virginians can have their right to vote and contribute to society restored. The increased transparency and streamlined process for more non-violent offenders shows that Virginia is removing barriers to those who seek to be contributing members to our communities."
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