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Cville RIght Now Contributor Marshall Lemert discussed his new podcast that is geared at promoting objective political discourse through honest conversations with a plethora of guests from all walks of life. The podcast is called the Forum.
WINA’s Chief Real Estate Analyst, the President Emeritus of Howard Hannah Roy Wheeler Realty, discussed the new housing fund proposal for Albemarle County employees, how to help the middle class in this real estate market and much more.
Charlottesville’s police chief discussed the culture of the department and what it took to build it, the use of technology in policing, investigating shots fired calls, the importance of fatherhood and the role faith and family play in policing.
The Chair of the Albemarle County Board of Supervisors discussed appropriating funds from the Albemarle Housing Investment Fund for down payment and rental assistance for county employees, how that plays into the competitive compensation market and the need for transportation projects with two new roundabouts scheduled in the urban ring.
UVA Economics Professor Ed Burton discussed the new Federal Reserve Chairman, the impact or lack thereof on the economy when it comes to cutting interest rates, how both democrats and republicans believe government can influence the economy, the difference between raising the salaries of local government employees versus offering them affordability programs and more.
Albemarle County Communications Director Abbey Stumpf discussed the proposed measure to appropriate Albemarle Housing Improvement Fund dollars to county employees and more.
Dr. Randy Ramcharitar is a vascular specialist in the Cardiovascular Medicine Department of the UVA Health System, and he discussed symptoms, treatment and research advancement in vascular disorders and more.
Charlottesville’s Vice Mayor discussed the recently approved plan to improve pedestrian and bike access at one of the busiest Charlottesville intersections at Ridge McNtire and West Main Street, plus an increase in utility rates and more.
The President and CEO of the Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce discussed the recent State of the Chamber event, the state of business in the local economy, the latest retail sales report, the 50-year anniversary celebration of the downtown mall.
Development Director Kathryn Kieffer as well as board members Kristin Szakos (vice chair) and Felice Boling-Key discussed the impacts of the nonprofit organization on preserving home ownership in our community and debunking myths that have blocked some from benefitting from the free services. They also announced a new partnership with Charlottesville Social Services to identify those in our community who need HVAC repairs.