Future of Hampton Roads, Inc.

Board of Directors Meeting

Minutes

Date: November 23, 2004

Time: 1000

Place: HPRDC, Chesapeake, Virginia

Present: Chairman Vince Thomas, President David Clark, George Barnett, Ed Brickell, Jim Bradshaw, Art Collins, Minette Cooper, Durwood Curling, Midge Eason, Clyde Hoey, Doyle Hull, Ted Minor, John Stone, Dan Sykes, Ray Taylor, Jake Tobin, Harry Train, Rich Werber, Ray White, Joe Widoff

Chairman Thomas called the meeting to order at 10:10. The minutes of the FHR Board meeting of September 28, 2004 were approved.

President Clark noted with regret the resignation from the Board of RADM Bill Putnam, USN (Ret.).

Admiral Train presented a briefing to the Board of the planning process that will form the basis for the ongoing Regional Competitiveness initiative. A copy of the briefing handout is attached for the record.

RADM Tobin presented a short report on the work of the Regional Competitiveness initiative Subcommittees. The subcommittee structure is attached for the record.

President Clark reviewed the highlights of the recent Chamber sponsored interregional visit to Nashville. A copy of the wrap up summary of that visit is attached for the record.

Concerning the potential merger of the regional Economic Development agencies from the Peninsula and Southside, Clyde Hoey noted that progress was being made and that the two agencies were working on a joint legislative package. The discussion that followed centered on legislative accountability.

President Clark reviewed the Hampton Roads Partnership's resolution urging immediate General Assembly action to address transportation issues. The Executive Committee had previously approved FHR endorsement of this resolution. A copy of the Resolution is attached for the record.

Admiral Train requested that the Board approve a letter from the Treasurer requesting voluntary Board Member contributions in the amount of $200.00 to defray FHR expenses for the coming year. A motion to send the letter was unanimously approved.

The meeting adjourned at 11:40.