February 1, 2023: TJPDC wins $857K grant to developer regional road safety plan; City staff describe how budgets are made at public forum

We are now at day 32 of the year 2023, a milestone otherwise known as February. There’s no need to leap this year, but looking first is always advised no matter the circumstances. This is Charlottesville Community Engagement, an independent newsletter intended to bring you a few things about local and regional government for you to see for yourself. I’m Sean Tubbs. On today’s show: * The Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission has been awarded $850,000 to put together a comprehensive road safety plan* A survey has opened up for the city’s Economic Development strategic plan* Charlottesville staff gave an overview of the budget process last night  * We’re a few days away from Crossover in the General Assembly and it’s time to review some of the legislation that has passed in each house This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe