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Waynesboro council backs $2.5 million Blue Ridge Parkway appropriation request
Summary
The Waynesboro City Council adopted a resolution supporting the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation's $2.5 million appropriation request to implement the Blue Ridge Rising Action Plan, voting 4-1.
The Waynesboro City Council voted 4-1 to adopt a resolution supporting the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation's request for a $2,500,000 appropriation to advance the Blue Ridge Rising Action Plan.
City staffer Mr. Ham told council that Blue Ridge Rising aims to "establish a collective regional vision that celebrates our shared culture, protects our unique natural resources, and strengthens the regional economy." He said the Parkway draws about 15,900,000 visitors (a 2021 figure) and generates roughly $1,300,000,000 in annual…
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