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1 ,r elcome to the 2019 i’-irst edition or the west
Wwmtnia an Magazinez Thanks to those of
you who have emailerl us in support oi the
magazine we are encouraged to hear that you iinrl tlte
anicles benei-icial.
Recently the west Virginia boarrl of directors approverl
tlte purchase oi a new oiitce space. The oiitce is locaterl at
205 laerkeley street in Charleston. we are in the process
of moving in now. We've also schedulerl a granrl opening
7 ior April 16. Mark tltat on your calenrlar and celebrate
tlte move with us we ieel like there'll be some beneiit to
our members as tltere is meeting space tltat will be made
'1. available.
You know by now that enioreement legislation ior our
rlig law is in eiiect. we expect tlte cniorcement boarrl to
be completely appointed within tlte next iew months
Follovnng the btiarrl appointments, rules for operation
will be adopted by the boarrl and tlte eniorcement process
will begin Having said that, we intend to utilize our wv an Magazine to provide quarterly
updates as it relates to eniorcement. Beginning witlt the second issue, you can expect to see
the summary of what’s happened since the previous issue. Let us know wltat you think
about that.
lwant to remind everyone about the upcoming west Virginia construction and Design
Exposition scherluled ior March 20 - 21, 2019. lt will be helrl at the Charleston Civic Center in
Charleston. As you probably know, this event is the n:glon's largest trade sltow oi its kind If
you plan to attenrl tltis year's event, be sure to come to west virginta 811's booth and visit us.
[want to take a moment to thank all the supporters oi the magazine Your continued support
through advertising helps make it possible to have a high level or communication with
the rlamage prevention industry like we've never experienced beiore. we hope you find
value by advertising in the magazine As a reminder, the magazine is sent out to the users
and members oi west Virginia 311 lt inclurles mayors, county and state roarl departments,
members and excavators routinely working in our communities.
1 look iorward to seeing you at the Expo and don't forget to attend the granrl opening or our
new office space on Apnl 16.
Be saiez
Tom Taylor
kxezuuve utrector
Wed virginia mi
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