Fairfield is actually in Rockbridge county but support for the Candidates came down from Augusta to help out Delegate Cline and the Team GOP~VA...
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More photos and text available at RightsideVA....
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Stuarts Draft Firemans Parade ~2009~
We had a very good turnout of volunteers and support staff for the parade and great showing for the Candidates. The float came out well and made a nice statement to those at the parade...
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More photos and text here...
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No Democratic party float in the parade this year...
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Saturday, July 11, 2009
Sunday, July 5, 2009
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Ben Cline ~Raphine Fireman's Parade 2009~
Delegate Ben Cline at the Raphine Fireman's Parade on June 19th...
Friday, June 12, 2009
American Energy Act ~Bob Goodlatte~
Congressman Bob Goodlatte’s Weekly Column: June 12, 2009
The American Energy Act Will Protect Our Environment, Lower Energy Costs and Create Jobs
Just days ago House Republicans introduced an “all of the above” solution to cleaning up the environment, lowering energy costs, and creating more American jobs. The American Energy Act, which I strongly support, will increase production of American-made energy in an environmentally-sound manner and promote new, clean and renewable sources of energy such as nuclear, clean-coal-technology, wind and solar energy. The legislation encourages greater efficiency and conservation by extending tax incentives for energy efficiency and rewarding development of greater conservation techniques and new energy sources. Finally, the American Energy Act cuts red-tape and reduces frivolous litigation that hinders energy production.
Specifically, the legislation establishes a national goal to bring 100 new nuclear reactors online over the next twenty years by streamlining a burdensome regulatory process and ensuring the recycling and safe storage of spent nuclear fuel. According to the Department of Energy, the safest and most efficient way for utility companies to control carbon emissions is to increase their supply of nuclear energy. The 104 nuclear reactors in America today provide the United States with 20 percent of its electricity and 73 percent of its CO2-free electricity, yet no new reactors have been ordered since 1978.
Additionally, the American Energy Act increases our domestic supply of energy by lifting restrictions on the Arctic Coastal Plain, the Outer Continental Shelf, and oil shale. Revenues generated through domestic production will support innovation in renewable and alternative energy sources, like wind and solar technologies.
The American Energy Act is in stark contrast to the Democrats’ misguided national energy tax which raises taxes on all Americans, kills jobs and will lead to more government intrusion. The Waxman-Markey legislation, also known as “Cap and Tax”, is really an $846 billion national energy tax that will be paid by anyone who turns on a light switch, plugs in an appliance, takes a hot shower, or drives a car. It is estimated that the proposal will raise electricity rates 90% after adjusting for inflation, gas prices 74%, and natural gas prices 55%. All while eliminating 1.8 to 7 million jobs that our economy so desperately needs.
The Waxman legislation raises prices on consumers by hindering the development of traditional energy sources, while limiting the development of renewable energy. Coal provides the majority of the electricity generation in our country, and this bill will effectively stop coal-fired power plants from being built in the U.S. The cleanest way for utilities to control CO2 emissions is to increase the supply of carbon-free nuclear energy although nuclear is effectively ignored by the bill.
America’s economy is intrinsically linked to the availability and affordability of energy. During this economic slow-down we should be adopting policies that seek to rebuild our economy and create more jobs; we need reliable and affordable energy supplies. Unfortunately, the Waxman legislation would only further cripple our economy. Instead of government mandates and bureaucracy we should focus on policies that support technological advances and consumer choices. The bottom line is that we need policies which encourage investment in environmentally sound, cost-effective practices without stifling innovation and setting our economy further back. We need the American Energy Act.
The American Energy Act Will Protect Our Environment, Lower Energy Costs and Create Jobs
Just days ago House Republicans introduced an “all of the above” solution to cleaning up the environment, lowering energy costs, and creating more American jobs. The American Energy Act, which I strongly support, will increase production of American-made energy in an environmentally-sound manner and promote new, clean and renewable sources of energy such as nuclear, clean-coal-technology, wind and solar energy. The legislation encourages greater efficiency and conservation by extending tax incentives for energy efficiency and rewarding development of greater conservation techniques and new energy sources. Finally, the American Energy Act cuts red-tape and reduces frivolous litigation that hinders energy production.
Specifically, the legislation establishes a national goal to bring 100 new nuclear reactors online over the next twenty years by streamlining a burdensome regulatory process and ensuring the recycling and safe storage of spent nuclear fuel. According to the Department of Energy, the safest and most efficient way for utility companies to control carbon emissions is to increase their supply of nuclear energy. The 104 nuclear reactors in America today provide the United States with 20 percent of its electricity and 73 percent of its CO2-free electricity, yet no new reactors have been ordered since 1978.
Additionally, the American Energy Act increases our domestic supply of energy by lifting restrictions on the Arctic Coastal Plain, the Outer Continental Shelf, and oil shale. Revenues generated through domestic production will support innovation in renewable and alternative energy sources, like wind and solar technologies.
The American Energy Act is in stark contrast to the Democrats’ misguided national energy tax which raises taxes on all Americans, kills jobs and will lead to more government intrusion. The Waxman-Markey legislation, also known as “Cap and Tax”, is really an $846 billion national energy tax that will be paid by anyone who turns on a light switch, plugs in an appliance, takes a hot shower, or drives a car. It is estimated that the proposal will raise electricity rates 90% after adjusting for inflation, gas prices 74%, and natural gas prices 55%. All while eliminating 1.8 to 7 million jobs that our economy so desperately needs.
The Waxman legislation raises prices on consumers by hindering the development of traditional energy sources, while limiting the development of renewable energy. Coal provides the majority of the electricity generation in our country, and this bill will effectively stop coal-fired power plants from being built in the U.S. The cleanest way for utilities to control CO2 emissions is to increase the supply of carbon-free nuclear energy although nuclear is effectively ignored by the bill.
America’s economy is intrinsically linked to the availability and affordability of energy. During this economic slow-down we should be adopting policies that seek to rebuild our economy and create more jobs; we need reliable and affordable energy supplies. Unfortunately, the Waxman legislation would only further cripple our economy. Instead of government mandates and bureaucracy we should focus on policies that support technological advances and consumer choices. The bottom line is that we need policies which encourage investment in environmentally sound, cost-effective practices without stifling innovation and setting our economy further back. We need the American Energy Act.
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Monday, June 8, 2009
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Stuarts Draft Diamondbacks Baseball...
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Took in the game over behind the Stuarts Draft Firehouse and even with it getting a bit chilly towards the end the game was great to watch. The Stuarts Draft Diamondbacks made an impressive run towards the end but lost this game to the Montezuma team by a score of 5 to 4...
The Diamondbacks still lead their division with this loss and in fact the Montezuma team is the team in 2nd place....
Chip Grable from the local ESPN radio station called the game and it was interesting to sit next to him and hear the calls. Numerous local business owners are sponsoring the radio broadcast and we will list them here in the future...
Saturday, May 23, 2009
Monday, May 18, 2009
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Monday, March 2, 2009
Bob McDonnell ~Augusta Govt. Center~
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Please join Bob McDonnell for an
Upper 6th District Grassroots Roundtable
Thursday March 5th
5:00pm
Augusta County Gov’t Center
Verona
Bob McDonnell will present his vision for the upcoming campaign and take questions. We will also give an overview of our grassroots organizational plan and discuss the
Campaign Kickoff.
This is one stop in a series of grassroots meetings tailored to presenting Bob McDonnell’s vision for the campaign and how we will implement our grassroots ground game.
You ARE the grassroots and YOU are crucial to the process!!
The meeting will last approximately one hour.
What: Western Virginia Grassroots Leadership Roundtable with Bob McDonnell
When: Thursday March 5, 5:00pm
Where: Augusta Government Center, Rt. 11, Verona
R.S.V.P. to Trixie Averill at gopgirl2@aol.com.
Upper 6th District Grassroots Roundtable
Thursday March 5th
5:00pm
Augusta County Gov’t Center
Verona
Bob McDonnell will present his vision for the upcoming campaign and take questions. We will also give an overview of our grassroots organizational plan and discuss the
Campaign Kickoff.
This is one stop in a series of grassroots meetings tailored to presenting Bob McDonnell’s vision for the campaign and how we will implement our grassroots ground game.
You ARE the grassroots and YOU are crucial to the process!!
The meeting will last approximately one hour.
What: Western Virginia Grassroots Leadership Roundtable with Bob McDonnell
When: Thursday March 5, 5:00pm
Where: Augusta Government Center, Rt. 11, Verona
R.S.V.P. to Trixie Averill at gopgirl2@aol.com.
Friday, February 20, 2009
Lt. Governor Bill Bolling...
STATEMENT OF LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR BOLLING ON PASSAGE OF SENATE BUDGET
RICHMOND – Lieutenant Governor Bill Bolling today issued the following statement in response to Senate’s passage of the state budget:
“Needless to say, this has been a challenging budget year, with the Commonwealth facing a deficit of $3.7 billion. To address this shortfall we were facing significant spending reductions for most state programs. It appears as though the infusion of some $4.5 billion in federal stimulus funds will enable us to restore many of these budget cuts, at least in the short term.
“Given the significant infusion of funds provided by the federal stimulus package, I think the Senate did a good job crafting amendments to restore many of the budget cuts that had been made in the Executive Budget. However, I fear that this is a short term solution to a long term problem. By relying on one time federal funds to balance the budget we are not addressing the fundamental structural problem in the budget. Simply put, we are spending more money than we are taking in and we cannot continue to do that. Unless we see significant economic growth over the next 18 months, we will once again face massive budget shortfalls when the federal stimulus dollars expire.
“Going forward, our full attention must be directed toward effective proposals to get out economy moving again. We can do that by reducing taxes for families and businesses, eliminating unnecessary regulatory burdens, directing more resources to aggressively recruit new business and industry to Virginia and empowering the private sector to unleash the entrepreneurial spirit of America. That is what will ultimately get our economy moving again, not continual financial bail outs from Washington.”
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Boy Scouts coming to Goshen, VA...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Delegate Ben Cline
(540) 461-0534
DelBCline@house.state.va.us
DELEGATE CLINE COMMENTS ON BOY SCOUT ANNOUNCEMENT
OF JAMBOREE RELOCATION TO ROCKBRIDGE
RICHMOND, Virginia – February 11, 2009 — Delegate Ben Cline (R-Rockbridge) made the following comment regarding the announcement of the National Boy Scout Council of their selection of Rockbridge County as the location for the National Boyscout Jamboree beginning in 2013:
"I am pleased to learn that the Boy Scouts have chosen Goshen as the tentative site for the National Boy Scout Jamboree in 2013. Rockbridge County has the perfect combination of natural beauty, outdoor excitement, and economic development for the Jamboree, and we have worked hard to convince the Council that Goshen is the best location for them to continue their successful event. I look forward to working at the state and local level to ensure a smooth and successful transition for the Jamboree to the Rockbridge area."
Cline represents the 24th House District, including Rockbridge County and the Cities of Lexington and Buena Vista, and parts of Amherst and Augusta Counties. He was elected in 2002, and re-elected to his fourth term in 2007. Cline is a member of the House Commerce Committee, Public Safety Committee, Finance Committee, and Courts Committee.
Delegate Ben Cline
(540) 461-0534
DelBCline@house.state.va.us
DELEGATE CLINE COMMENTS ON BOY SCOUT ANNOUNCEMENT
OF JAMBOREE RELOCATION TO ROCKBRIDGE
RICHMOND, Virginia – February 11, 2009 — Delegate Ben Cline (R-Rockbridge) made the following comment regarding the announcement of the National Boy Scout Council of their selection of Rockbridge County as the location for the National Boyscout Jamboree beginning in 2013:
"I am pleased to learn that the Boy Scouts have chosen Goshen as the tentative site for the National Boy Scout Jamboree in 2013. Rockbridge County has the perfect combination of natural beauty, outdoor excitement, and economic development for the Jamboree, and we have worked hard to convince the Council that Goshen is the best location for them to continue their successful event. I look forward to working at the state and local level to ensure a smooth and successful transition for the Jamboree to the Rockbridge area."
Cline represents the 24th House District, including Rockbridge County and the Cities of Lexington and Buena Vista, and parts of Amherst and Augusta Counties. He was elected in 2002, and re-elected to his fourth term in 2007. Cline is a member of the House Commerce Committee, Public Safety Committee, Finance Committee, and Courts Committee.
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
~Snow Day~ Meeting moved to Feb 3rd...
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Due to the snow storm and poor road conditions on Tuesday 27th, the Augusta County Republican Committee (ACRC) meeting has been moved to Tuesday February 3rd, 2009...
The same agenda will apply and all ACRC members will be receiving notices of the new meeting date this week in the mail...
Hope to see you there !!....
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Lt. Governor Bolling on Virginia budget shortfall...
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"However, I am very concerned by the Governor's proposal to increase taxes by $167M. Throughout this process the Governor has repeatedly promised to balance the budget through spending cuts, not tax increases; and it is very disappointing to see him renege on this promise. The people of Virginia expect their leaders to keep their word, not break their promises.
Read entire text here...
Thursday, January 15, 2009
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Campaign Manager Phil Cox noted, "Bob's campaign for Governor is attracting donors from all across Virginia. It is another sign of the excitement that Bob is generating everywhere he goes. Virginians are recognizing that Bob McDonnell will be the type of Governor who is willing to reach out to Independents, Democrats and Republicans, to build consensus and get results. That is kind of leadership Virginians want and deserve."
Richmond- Republican gubernatorial nominee Bob McDonnell announced today that he has over $2 million on hand for the 2009 campaign for Governor. In July, McDonnell was the first candidate in the race to report over $1 million on hand. McDonnell brought in $1.612 million in last six months, from 1,072 individual contributions, and raised more than $1 million since election day 2008.
Campaign Manager Phil Cox noted, "Bob's campaign for Governor is attracting donors from all across Virginia. It is another sign of the excitement that Bob is generating everywhere he goes. Virginians are recognizing that Bob McDonnell will be the type of Governor who is willing to reach out to Independents, Democrats and Republicans, to build consensus and get results. That is kind of leadership Virginians want and deserve."
Friday, January 9, 2009
Delegate Cline Sherando Townhall meeting...
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Delegate Ben Cline held a Town hall meeting at the Sherando community center and met with 15 local residents to get their input before he leaves Wednesday for session in Richmond…
The Legislative session will be for 45 days and there will be numerous topics to debate and vote on regarding the operation of and planning for the state of Virginia…
Topics at the meeting discussed included Transportation, Taxes, Community services, Prison terms, Lottery, Family-aid programs, Education, Gang activity, Railroad construction, Economy, Tax revenue, and local tax rates…
Delegate Cline then spent an additional 30 minutes talking with individual citizens after the meeting. He will also be sending out a weekly email report on the happenings of the legislative session and that also will be posted at this site…
Delegate Ben Cline held a Town hall meeting at the Sherando community center and met with 15 local residents to get their input before he leaves Wednesday for session in Richmond…
The Legislative session will be for 45 days and there will be numerous topics to debate and vote on regarding the operation of and planning for the state of Virginia…
Topics at the meeting discussed included Transportation, Taxes, Community services, Prison terms, Lottery, Family-aid programs, Education, Gang activity, Railroad construction, Economy, Tax revenue, and local tax rates…
Delegate Cline then spent an additional 30 minutes talking with individual citizens after the meeting. He will also be sending out a weekly email report on the happenings of the legislative session and that also will be posted at this site…
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Delegate Ben Cline ~Townhall Meeting~
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January 8, 2009 at 7:00 PM
Sherando Community Center, 1863 Mt. Torrey RoadSherando, VA
Contact Name: Susanne Bunch Contact Phone: 434-946-9908
January 8, 2009 at 7:00 PM
Sherando Community Center, 1863 Mt. Torrey RoadSherando, VA
Contact Name: Susanne Bunch Contact Phone: 434-946-9908
Delegate Cline's website
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Delegate Steve Landes ~Townhall Meetings~
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“I look forward to hearing from constituents at these three town meetings as we prepare for the 2009 General Assembly Session,” Landes said. “It is important for elected officials to listen and learn of citizens’ concerns, and town meetings provide an excellent opportunity to do so.”
The first town meeting will be held from 9:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. at Mountainside Senior Living, 1220 Crozet Avenue, in Crozet. The second town meeting will be from 11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. at the Preston L. Yancey Fire Department, 2015 Jefferson Highway, in Fishersville. The third and last town meeting of the day will be from 1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. at Elkton Area Community Center/Stonewall District, 20593 Blue & Gold Drive in Elkton.
Landes represents the 25th House District, which includes the City of Waynesboro, and parts of Albemarle, Augusta and Rockingham Counties. Landes was first elected in 1995 and is now serving his seventh term in the House of Delegates.
DELEGATE LANDES TO HOLD THREE TOWN MEETINGS
VERONA – Delegate R. Steven Landes, R-Weyers Cave, will hold three town meetings on Saturday, January 10, 2009, in the 25th House District. The meetings will be held in Crozet, Fishersville, and Elkton.
VERONA – Delegate R. Steven Landes, R-Weyers Cave, will hold three town meetings on Saturday, January 10, 2009, in the 25th House District. The meetings will be held in Crozet, Fishersville, and Elkton.
“I look forward to hearing from constituents at these three town meetings as we prepare for the 2009 General Assembly Session,” Landes said. “It is important for elected officials to listen and learn of citizens’ concerns, and town meetings provide an excellent opportunity to do so.”
The first town meeting will be held from 9:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. at Mountainside Senior Living, 1220 Crozet Avenue, in Crozet. The second town meeting will be from 11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. at the Preston L. Yancey Fire Department, 2015 Jefferson Highway, in Fishersville. The third and last town meeting of the day will be from 1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. at Elkton Area Community Center/Stonewall District, 20593 Blue & Gold Drive in Elkton.
Landes represents the 25th House District, which includes the City of Waynesboro, and parts of Albemarle, Augusta and Rockingham Counties. Landes was first elected in 1995 and is now serving his seventh term in the House of Delegates.
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
January 2009 Republican Breakfast
Happy New Year!
Join us this Saturday, January 10th8am
at Rowe'sfor our monthly GOP Breakfast...
Our special guest speaker is Chuck SmithDutch treat
includes breakfast, coffee/tea, and the tip...
Chuck Smith is a Veteran of Republican Politics. A retired Navy JAG lawyer, Mr. Smith is admitted to practice before the Virginia Supreme Court and the United States Supreme Court. Mr. Smith has led the Republican Party in Virginia in many different facets. Most recently he was the chair of the Virginia Beach Republican Party, he is the treasurer for the 2nd Congressional District Republican Committee and he serves on the State Central Committee. Mr. Smith is the Chair of the Welcoming Committee for the Republican Party of Virginia. In this important role he works to increase the representation of all minorities within our Grand Old Party.Please come out Saturday and give Mr. Smith a grand Valley welcome!
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