By Michael Sutphin on November 3, 2009
I co-authored a letter to the Collegiate Times with fellow town council hopeful Bryce Carter on Nov. 3, 2009: Make history in Blacksburg today This morning, poll workers will arrive at multiple schools, places of worship, the library and the community center in Blacksburg to partake in the democratic process. Candidates and their volunteers will [...]
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By Michael Sutphin on October 26, 2009
Here are my closing remarks during the second League of Women Voters candidate forum on Oct. 26, 2009: In recent weeks, I have learned just how tough local elections can be. I have spoken with I-don’t-know-how-many voters. I have knocked on hundreds of doors. I have given my pitch to many groups, from the Student [...]
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By Michael Sutphin on October 14, 2009
My Oct. 14 letter to the Collegiate Times outlined my definition of smart growth: ‘Smart growth’ in Blacksburg What does “smart growth” mean, anyway? In 2002, developer Bob Pack made plans for a 100,000-square-foot, two-building complex known as Kent Square. He envisioned office, retail and residential spaces in close proximity and sought $2 million in [...]
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By Michael Sutphin on September 16, 2009
My Sept. 16 letter to the Collegiate Times dealt with public and alternative transportation: Make Blacksburg transportation a major priority Today, the Active Commute Celebration on the Drillfield marks the middle of Virginia Cycling and Pedestrian Awareness Week. Cyclists are learning about bike registration and safety, Blacksburg Transit riders are picking up copies of the [...]
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By Michael Sutphin on August 28, 2009
My Aug. 28 letter to the Collegiate Times addressed the importance of students and young professionals in the 2009 election: Blacksburg’s youth must vote In past elections, most candidates for Blacksburg Town Council did little to court the votes of students and young professionals. They declined to knock on doors in student neighborhoods or mail [...]
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