Go Virginia Region 2 outlines $1.5M annual funds, asks local input on growth plan
Biff Johnson, a Region 2 council member, briefed the Amherst County Board on Go Virginia funding priorities, target industry clusters and how Amherst County projects have used Region 2 funds, and encouraged local officials and economic development partners to supply input for the 2025 growth and diversification plan update.
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Biff Johnson, a member of the Go Virginia Region 2 council and an Amherst County resident, briefed the Amherst County Board of Supervisors on Region 2 programs and funding on April (date not specified). Johnson said Region 2 receives $1.5 million annually, with $250,000 reserved for planning grants, to support projects that create higher‑wage jobs through collaboration among business, education and government.
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