Mayor will also attend U.S. Conference of Mayors meeting in Chicago
Fort Wayne, Ind. -- Fort Wayne Mayor Graham Richard will participate in the New Cities Project meeting in Chicago June 9-10. The New Cities Project is comprised of mayors from around the country working together on metropolitan development.
The topic at this week's meeting will be "Building a Competitive Advantage for Cities in Transportation and Energy." Mayor Richard will share how the City of Fort Wayne is working to conserve energy and make its transportation system better.
"We are committed to reducing ozone pollution, improving government services, enhancing the quality of life for our community, and reducing unnecessary travel by using technology," said Mayor Richard. "I look forward to sharing how our broadband programs and Green City initiative can serve as models for other communities across the country."
Mayor Richard will also attend the U.S. Conference of Mayors meeting in Chicago June 10-14. The annual conference will focus on community development block grants, homeland security, tax reform, and unfunded federal mandates.
Posted by Admin at June 8, 2005 01:04 PM