VSNC Lynchburg VA Local Informational Pamphlet 3-23-14vs

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Holiday Inn Downtown

September 18 - 19, 2014


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Virginia Statewide Neighborhood Conference, Inc. (VSNC, Inc.) is a 501c3grassroots organization created to serve as a forum for the sharingof experiences and knowledge that strengthens a cooperativeworking relationship among citizens, municipality staff members,representatives of the private sector, and elected officials for thestrengthening of our towns, cities, and counties through their

neighborhoods. VSNC, Inc. achieves this broad objective by partneringwith municipalities across our Commonwealth to produce theannual Virginia Statewide Neighborhood Conference. This conferenceprovides an opportunity for neighborhoods and communities fromacross the Commonwealth to share their knowledge, experience andvision on how to make Virginias communities and neighborhoods-the neighborhoods of choice. Established features of the conferenceinclude opening and closing events, speakers, Neighborhood AwardsProgram, informational and mobile workshops, networking events,exhibits, and other community-oriented activities.

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Blacksburg Charlottesville Danville

Partnering Localities Fairfax County Hampton Lynchburg

Manassas Norfolk Richmond

Roanoke

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Lynchburg, VA


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This year, Virginia Statewide Neighborhood Conference, Inc. (VSNC) isproud to announce the City of Lynchburg, Virginia has accepted theinvitation to co-host the 15th Annual Virginia Statewide NeighborhoodConference on September 18-19, 2014 at the Holiday Inn Lynchburglocated at 601 Main St. in Downtown Lynchburg. This years conferencetheme is Neighborhoods Reaching for a Better Tomorrow.Conference attendees will be provided educational and mobileworkshops, networking opportunities, motivational speakers, and aneighborhood award ceremony recognizing those volunteers whohave invested their time and energy toward improving the qualityof life in their neighborhoods and a Youth Caf specifically designedto engage youth in their community. Neighborhood residents fromacross Virginia will come together for this 1 1/2 day event to help theirneighborhoods reach a better tomorrow by sharing their knowledge,experience and vision on how to make Virginias neighborhoods theneighborhoods of choice.

While each neighborhood has its own unique issues andchallenges, VSNC offers an opportunity for participants to learnbest practices that they in turn can use to help resolve the issuesimpacting their neighborhoods quality of life for the conferenceis attended by diverse grassroots neighborhood leaders, youth,non-profit, government staff, and others working in the field ofneighborhood success. By attending the conference, participants areprovided: Opportunities to network with others and learn best practices for

addressing neighborhood issues of the times. Opportunities to become energized and encouraged with tools and

information to help better serve the community. A place to showcase positive strides made in their communities/

neighborhoods (talent, skills, plans, etc.) Youth topics and workshops designed to enhance leadership skills

and build character. A Neighborhood Awards Ceremony recognizing the commitment,

time, and energy of those who tirelessly volunteer to make theirneighborhoods the places they are proud to call home. Theseawards have been presented since 2000 as a collective thank youto those nominated neighborhoods and individuals, and are the

only statewide awards given to neighborhood organizations andindividuals for their neighborhood self-help initiatives. .

VSNC is also recognized by state and local elected representatives(Governor, Senator, Mayor, Council person, etc.) for the importancehealthy neighborhoods play to the overall well-being of Virginia.


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The cost for attending the 1 1/2 dayconference is $75 if you register beforeSeptember 1, 2014. After September 1,registration increases to $85 untilSeptember 5 when registration closes.

Registration is available online at theconference website, www.vsnc.org , or bysubmitting a paper registration availableupon request by calling 540-342-2763. Pleaseread all instructions carefully to ensure yourselections are documented correctly. Pleasenote: No registrations will be accepted after

the deadline of September 5th or onsiteduring the conference dates.

Registration includes all conference activitiesincluding workshops, meals and receptions.

The registration information is used togenerate conference nametags, tailor specificworkshops, tally meal counts, organize mobiletour/buses, other conference administrativeand event processes.

Also note, conference payments madeonline will incur a small convenience fee.Paper registration forms with checks payableto VSNC should be mailed to:

Virginia Statewide Neighborhood Conference Inc.P.O. Box 6303, Roanoke, VA 24017(540) 342-2763VSNC Tax ID #26-2826552

Conference registration is non-refundable.

REGISTRATIONPROCESS

www.lynchburgva.gov/vsnc2014 www.vsnc.org

Scholarship Donor /Sponsorships are

ongoing untilAugust 25, 2014

Online registrationopens by mid June.

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Get recognized for outstandingaccomplishments:

Seeking neighborhood organizations andcivic individuals who have worked tirelesslyto enhance the quality of life in their

neighborhoods and surrounding communitiesfrom across the State.

VSNC provides four (4) opportunities foraward recognition; each opportunity offers 1st,2nd and 3rd placement: (1) Project of the Year;(2) Advocate of the Year; (3) Youth Individual,(4) Youth Group Effort of the Year.

Interested parties can nominate anindividual or project in their neighborhood orcommunity that has empowered communitynetworking and/or enhanced the quality of lifeof others. All award nominees are encouragedto register to attend the conference or registerto attend the Awards recognition luncheon.First place winners of each award category

are required to make a brief presentationduring the Awards Ceremony.

Download application and instructions atwww.vsnc.org located left pane directories >forms and other documents.

Early submittal is encouraged.Deadline for entry is August 1, 2014.

Contact the VSNC Workshop AwardCommittee Coordinator, Kim Kirk at(540) 449-8137 or (434) 455-3922 . Email yourrequest or questions to [email protected] .

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VSNC recognizes that our youth are our future community leadersand that the future of Virginia lies in the success of our neighborhoodyouth. As such, the VSNC Youth Caf is designed to run concurrentlywith the conference to provide our youth attendees (ages 13-18) withworkshops specifically designed to engage, empower and enlightenthem. Prior Youth Caf topics have included learning the personalityand character of others for effectively dealing with peer pressure;how to discover their purpose in life, the importance of creating

a Portfolio, how to use their creativity to speak to the issues thatmatter most to them and understanding the importance of buildingand sustaining good credit.

While attending the Youth Caf, young people interact with theirpeers from across the Commonwealth and learn about youthcivic, volunteer, and outreach efforts being undertaken while alsointeracting with adult peers currently in leadership roles. Registration

is required and consent forms signed by both parents and youthattendees are mandatory. Check with your school as it may bepossible school credit may be available for attending the conferenceas a homework or civic assignment. We hope both youth and adultswill consider joining us as we work together in realizing that thefuture of Virginia lies in the success of our neighborhoods.

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CONFERENCEVOLUNTEERS

There are many volunteer opportunities available before, duringand after the conference to help ensure its success in ourcommunity. Before the conference, volunteers are welcometo serve on any of the various committees that help plan theactual conference. During the conference, volunteers are neededto welcome conference attendees, assist with the registrationprocess, and/or serve as informational guides. Following theconference, volunteers can assist in helping to pack the conferenceup for storage until next years conference.

Contact VSNC for additional information on how you can volunteer:Dana HorneOffice 434-455-3910Desk 434-455-3922Cell 540-395-3506www.lynchburgva.gov/vsnc2014


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Do you have a fabulous 90-minute workshop topic that can motivateand empower an audience of grassroots neighborhood leaders,organizers, and/or youth? Early each year, VSNC solicits a Call forPresentations for those interested in sharing their experiences ormotivating topics with others. Instructions can be viewed atwww.vsnc.org located left pane directories > forms and otherdocuments.

The deadline for submission of workshop proposals is May 2, 2014 .All proposals are evaluated by the VSNC Workshop Committee andthe selected candidates are notified. Contact the VSNC WorkshopCommittee Chair Brittany Bailey at (757) 664-7403 or email your

request or questions to [email protected] exceptionally talented or skilled individuals/groups looking for

an opportunity to provide entertainment during the conference,please call our Lynchburg host at (434) 856-CITY and ask for theVSNC Representative.

WORKSHOP SPEAKERSAND PRESENTERS

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SPONSORSEXHIBITCATEGORIES

VSNC provides a wide range of sponsorship levels andexhibitor categories for one to select from shown below.Each level offers differing commensurate benefits but eachalso shares one common idea - that your organization is agood neighbor and one that cares about your communityand the neighborhoods where it is located:

Platinum - $10,000 Gold - $5,000

Neighborhood Development - $2,500 Special Event Underwriters - $1,500 - $4,000 Neighborhood & Youth Sustainer Sponsor - $1,000 Neighborhood Improvement Sponsor - $500 Neighborhood Friend Sponsor - Up to $499 General Exhibitors Corporate - $100 Neighborhood Exhibitors - $50

More information can be found online at www.lynchburgva.gov/vsnc2014 and www.vsnc.org located left pane directories> forms and other documents.

Deadline for applications and fees is August 29, 2014.

If you have a unique or innovative idea for sponsoring orexhibiting at the conference, complete your sponsorship &exhibitor registration form and make check payable to:

Virginia Statewide Neighborhood Conference, inc.PO box 6303, Roanoke, VA 24017

For additional sponsorship or exhibit information,please call: 540-342-2763 or visit

www.vsnc.org and www.lynchburgva.gov/vsnc2014(please keep a copy of this application for your records)

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SPONSORSHIP CATEGORY DETAILS

The Virginia Statewide Neighborhood Conference (VSNC) provides an opportunity forneighborhood and civic leaders from communities across the Commonwealth tocome together to share ideas and learn of ways to improve the quality of life in their

neighborhoods. The VSNC includes work-shops, neighborhood tours, guest speakers,exhibits, roundtable discussions, and other organized special events that allowparticipants to network with one another and share their knowledge, experience, andvision for promoting Virginia neighborhoods as neighborhoods of choice! Each confer-ence activity is carefully designed to illustrate the vital role neighborhood organizationsplay in shaping their cities futures.

Annually, the conference is attended by diverse groups of grassroots neighborhoodleaders, youth, non-profit, government staff, and others working in the field ofneighborhood development. Pre-registration information is directly mailed to over 3,500

community leaders and professionals across the Commonwealth. Dont miss thischance to get your name and community-building success stories in front of these citizens.

CONFERENCE SPECIAL EVENT UNDERWRITER

To underwrite a special event, please complete and return the enclosed registrationform. In addition to pre and post conference statewide recognition, all special eventunderwriters automatically receive the benefits of the Neighborhood DevelopmentSponsor level listed below.

Neighborhood Award Ceremony - $4,000 Opening Reception - $2,500

Welcome Breakfast with speaker - $3,000 Conference Printing - $1,500CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

$10,000 Platinum Neighborhood Sponsor10 complimentary registrationsLocal television exposure in select VA citiesLogo displayed on official conference website homepageLogo displayed at registration and all eventsComplimentary exhibit tableSpecial recognition during mealsFull page color ad in conference program booklet *

Advertising material in welcome packetsSpecial recognition during meals

$2,500 Neighborhood Development Sponsor2 complimentary registrationsLogo displayed on official conference websiteLogo displayed at registration and all eventsComplimentary exhibit tableSpecial recognition during mealsFull page b/w ad in conference program booklet

Advertising material in welcome packets

$500 Neighborhood Improvement SponsorSpecial recognition during meals1/4 page b/w ad in conference program booklet *Up to $499 Neighborhood Friend SponsorSpecial recognition during meals

$5,000 Gold Neighborhood Sponsor5 complimentary registrationsLocal television exposure in select VA citiesLogo displayed on official conference websitehomepageLogo displayed at registration and all eventsComplimentary exhibit tableSpecial recognition during meals

* Full page color ad in program booklet *Advertising material in welcome packets

$1,000 Neighborhood &Youth Sustainer Sponsor1 complimentary registrationComplimentary exhibit tableSpecial recognition during meals1/2 page b/w ad in conference program booklet

General Exhibitors To request exhibit space, please completeand return the enclosed or onlineregistration form.Corporate Exhibitors $100Neighborhood Exhibitors $50

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All applications must be received with payment by September 2, 2014 for recognition inprogram booklet. All sponsorship artwork must be received by September 2, 2014

for inclusion in program booklet. (Program booklet page dimensions 8 1/2 x 11)


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Lynchburg Mayor Welcome Speech Two Keynote Speakers:

Thursday, Dr. Basil Gooden Deputy Director, VirginiaDepartment of Housing and Community Development andFriday, Mr. Anwar Saleem 2013 Winner of Great AmericanMain Street Award for H Street Urban RenewalAlso, Local Youth S.Y.Scholar Program Presenter Mr. BrandonFleming on Friday.

Conference Workshops Youth Caf Workshops Welcome dinner with Masquerade thememasks give-

aways, costume on your own. Photo booth (Selfies) with propswill be available.

Neighborhood Awards Recognition Luncheon and Ceremony

Local neighborhood mobile tours and activities Discounted hotel room rates of $92/night(Please mention VSNC with your reservation


For detailed information, full sized documents, and online fillable forms.

Local Lynchburg Contact: Dana Horne Ph:434-455-392215


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CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS

The Virginia Statewide Neighborhood Conference Planning Committeeis now accepting 90 minute workshop proposals for presentations atthe 15th Annual Virginia Statewide Neighborhood Conference scheduled

for September 18-19, 2014 at the Holiday Inn Downtown Lynchburg inLynchburg, VA. The theme for this years conference is Neighborhoods:Reaching For a Better Tomorrow.

Proposals should focus on the theme and be submitted using thefollowing format as a guide:

Workshop Information: Title Description (50-60 words maximum as this will be used to prepare theconference registration and program booklets) o Extended description -up to 300 words - including learning objectives

Session Format (i.e. Debate, panel discussion, lecture, etc.) Audiovisual Equipment to be used Presenters Bio Topic area being addressed

Presenters Information:

Name / title Company / Organization Address, City, State, Zip Phone: Daytime, Evening, Fax Email Address Would you like comments from your conference workshop fromattendees? Yes No

Workshops will be held on Thursday, September 18, 2014 or Friday,

September 19, 2014. Presenters must be available the entire day untilactual workshop time is confirmed. Presenters must have handouts(50) for participating attendees. Presenters are urged to register for theconference which entitles them to all conference benefits includingmeals and workshops. If registered, presenters are required to pay theirown conference related fees including lodging, travel and any meals notcovered by the conference registration.

Please address your proposal and mail to:

Brittany A BaileyVSNC Workshop Chair City of NorfolkHuntersville Neighborhood Service Center830 Goff StreetNorfolk, VA 23504or email to: [email protected]

Proposals are due by May 2, 2014Submissions received after the

deadline or with missing informationmay not be considered.

For additional information, visit theconference website at www.vsnc.org

All forms can be located atwww.lynchburgva.gov/vsnc2014

and www.vsnc.org

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AWARD SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS & CRITERIA

The 2014 Virginia Statewide Neighborhood Conference Awards Program recognizesthe accomplishments of outstanding neighborhood organizations and civic individualsfrom across the Commonwealth who work tirelessly to enhance the quality of life

in their communities. The following four (4) NEIGHBORHOOD AWARD categories areavailable for recognition:

1. PROJECT OF THE YEAR: Effort that has made a significant impact on a neighborhood. This project can be the work of an individual or group.

2. ADVOCATE OF THE YEAR: Individual who has had a significant impact on theircommunity during the past year. Individuals who have participated in one or multipleprojects/roles are eligible. Individuals whose service is defined by its longevity are mostappropriate for this award.

3. YOUTH INDIVIDUAL: Effort of an individual youth that has made a significant impactor contribution on their community during the past year.

4. YOUTH GROUP EFFORT OF THE YEAR: Effort of a youth group that has made asignificant impact or contribution on their community during the past year.

Instructions, Criteria, and Checklist for SubmissionPlease submit the following information to apply for each award category:

Complete the Award Nomination Form and submit as the cover sheet to your entry.

Submit a typed document clearly addressing the following criteria. Please limit eachanswer of the following categories to 750 words or less:1. How the project contributed to the betterment of the neighborhood?2. How the nominees accomplishments promote strengtheningneighborhoods/community?3. The positive results/accomplishments of those efforts.

Letter of Support Do not exceed five (5) letters of support. The letters shouldexplain how the project/organization/individual/group benefited your community &what they did to support you.

Submit up to five (5) attachments that capture the essence of accomplishments(pamphlets, articles, presentations, photographs, copies of resolutions/awards, etc.)

All pages including attachments are on 8.5 x 11 white paper and readableYouth Applicants Only In addition to the requirements above, please include anENDORSEMENT LETTER from an adult active with the initiative.

The letter should address the following but not exceed two (2) pages:1. How long have you known the youth or have been working with the youth group?2. How did the youth serve in a leadership role? How did the youth group worktogether to achieve goals?3. What positive accomplishments occurred as a direct result of the youth/youthgroup effort?4. Did the success exceed your expectations? If so, how?

*** All Applicants should be prepared to attend the 15th Annual Virginia Statewide NeighborhoodConferences Award Program on Friday, September 19, 2014 in Lynchburg Virginia***

All first place winners will be asked to present a 5-minute summary of their successfulsubmission at the program.

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Please review this form and complete all information as requested. Select allaward categories for which you are applying. This form will be used as thecover page for your award entry.

SELECT NOMINATION CATEGORY / CATEGORIES

Project of the Year Advocate of the YearYouth Group Effort of the Year Youth Individual or Group Effort of the Year

NOMINEE / PROJECT TITLEName: _______________________________________________________________________________Address: _____________________________________________________________________________

Telephone: __________________________________ Mobile Phone: ________________________Email: ________________________________________________________________________________

NOMINATOR / CONTACT PERSONName: _______________________________________________________________________________

Telephone: __________________________________ Email: _________________________________

A variation of award types may be given. Provide the following information formonetary awards.Payable to: __________________________________________________________________________Mailed to: ____________________________________________________________________________

To be considered all award entries MUST BE RECEIVED by August 1, 2014 at 5 p.m.*** Submissions received after the deadline will not be considered. You will receive an

email stating when your submission was received. Please submit early! ***

Send Mail and/or Electronic Submissions to:Kim Kirk, VSNC Award Committee CoordinatorK. A. Kirk, Coordinator Neighborhood Services303 Wilson Avenue, Blacksburg, VA 24062-9003Phone: (540) 449-8137 e-mail: [email protected]

AWARD SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS & CRITERIA

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2014 LOCAL SPONSORS & CONTRIBUTORS

Departments of: Communications & Marketing Community Development Dept of Economic Development Emergency Services & Fire

Geographic Information System Human Resources Lynchburg City Schools Mayors & Vice Mayors Ofce Parks & Recreation Police Crime Prevention Public Works Social Services Tourism

Legacy Museum

LynchburgNeighborhood

Watch

Department ofEconomic

Development

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Dana HorneResidential Rental Inspection Program Administrator /Code Compliance InspectorCommunity Development Department Inspections Division900 Church Street, Lynchburg, VA 24504TEL: 434-455-3922 FAX: 434-845-7630

VIRGINIA STATEWIDENEIGHBORHOOD

CONFERENCE

Virginia StatewideNeighborhood Conference Inc.

P.O. Box 6303, Roanoke, VA 24017(540) 342-2763

www.vsnc.orgVSNC Tax ID #26-2826552

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