PPEA/PPTA Bulletin - September 22, 2004

by Christopher D. Lloyd, McGuireWoods Consulting

1. UVA-Wise considers PPEA for student housing

"UVa-Wise aims to build student apartment complex," Coalfield Progress, September 21, 2004

2. Second PPEA proposal expected in Clark County

"Clarke to Entertain New School Plan, But Experts Say Long Approval Process Could Mean Costs Will Rise by 8%," The Winchester Star, September 21, 2004

3. PPEA proposer for VITA data center consolidation speaks out

"Setting the Standard," Bacon's Rebellion, September 20, 2004

4. HJR 105 Subcommittee on School Infrastructure holds first meeting

Created by the General Assembly during the 2004 session, the HJR 105 subcommittee held its first meeting on September 21, 2004. McGuireWoods partner Arthur Anderson from our public finance team is a member along with several legislators. The first meeting was a primer on funding for school construction provided by staff. Copies of their presentations are appended [document 1, document 2, document 3]. At the group's next meeting, they have asked for a PPEA update.

Information on HJR 105 explaining the group's mandate is available online.

5. Warren County moves forward with bonds for PPEA-developed schools

"School Board OKs bond process," The Warren Sentinel, September 21, 2004