VIRGINIA INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITIES INSTITUTE
May 19-20, 2009
University of Mary Washington College of Graduate & Professional Studies
Fredericksburg, Virginia
This two day seminar will focus on developing positive business environments and supporting infrastructures. It is designed for Industrial Development Authority directors and members, and economic and community development professionals.
§ Learn from leading industry professionals
§ Update your knowledge of the latest financing techniques
§ Understand the legal considerations
§ Learn new ways to package and market your community's assets
§ Network with economic development leaders from across Virginia
Registration Deadline: May 8, 2009
Lodging Deadline: May 10, 2009
For registration questions, please call (540)231-5182
For lodging reservations, call (800)682-1049
To register or for more information, visit: www.cpe.vt.edu/vida
Coordinated by the
Office of Economic Development of Virginia Tech
Sponsored by
Fredericksburg Regional Alliance
Old Dominion Electric Cooperative
Virginia Economic Developers Association
Directions
UMW College of Graduate & Professional Studies, Stafford Campus
South Building, 121 University Boulevard, Fredericksburg, VA 22406
FROM I-95:
Take I-95 to Exit 133 (17 north to Warrenton), approximately 3 miles west of Interstate, turn left onto Village Parkway. Turn Right onto University Boulevard.
FROM US 1
Take US 1 North from the main campus, passing Princess Anne Street and crossing the Falmouth Bridge. After the bridge, make a left at the first traffic light. This is 17 north. Proceed north on 17 past I-95, and an additional 3 miles. Turn left onto Village Parkway, then right onto University Boulevard.
FROM WARRENTON
Take US 17 South. The campus is located at the intersection of US 17 (Warrenton Road) and Village Parkway, which is just 1 mile south of the stoplight at the intersection of US 17 and Poplar Road (Route 616). The total distance from downtown Warrenton is approximately 30 miles.
PARKING INFORMATION
Parking includes 10 handicapped slots in addition to the 400 unreserved spots. The UMW parking permit is NOT required on this campus. The parking lot is lit by over 13 street lights for the added safety and security of those attending night classes at the Center.
Hotel Information
The Fredericksburg Hospitality House and Conference Center is surrounded by the shops and restaurants of Central Park. The main thoroughfare from Interstate 95 is Route 3 West, which is called Plank Road in the vicinity of Central Park.
Once inside the Central Park Shopping Center, you will be looking for Carl D. Silver Parkway and Commerce Street, where the hotel and conference center is actually located.
For reservations at the VIDA conference rate call the Fredericksburg Hospitality House at (800)682-1049 and mention that you are attending VIDA.
Schedule
The Virginia Industrial Development Authorities Institute will begin with registration and a continental breakfast on Tuesday, May 19, 2009 and continue through Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at 2:30 pm.
