IN THE SPOTLIGHT  

• From WPPDC - 2013 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Annual Report
• View FY 2013-2014 Proposed County Budget.  View April 16, 2013 Public Hearing Presentation.
• Carilion Clinic is requesting our assistance in completing a Community Health Survey.  You may complete the survey at www.surveymonkey.com/s/carilioncommunityhealthsurvey or by phone at 888-964-6620.
• Citizens may safely dispose of unused, unwanted, or expired medications on April 27, 2013.  View flyer for more information
• Franklin County and the Town of Rocky Mount are working with Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Commission to conduct a study to determine commuter needs in the region, with a goal of creating options that will allow people to get to work and save money. Residents are encouraged to visit www.surveymonkey.com/s/franklincommuters to anonymously share information about their commute habits. Area employers are asked to complete a survey to provide information on policies and incentives that might assist their employees at www.surveymonkey.com/s/franklinemployers.   View press release
• Notice about Primary Elections for the Republican and Democratic Party to be held on Tuesday, June 11, 2013 from the Commonwealth of Virginia. Official Voting Information and Sample Ballot
• Blue Ridge Soil & Water Conservation District Annual Report here.  Learn Why Composting is Beneficial Workshops and 2013 Rain Barrel Workshop. 
•   Franklin County Consumers and Businesses Can Control Phone Directory Delivery! Click on Opt-Out button to choose which phone directories you receive, or even stop directory delivery altogether. View schedule and opt-out deadline dates for print directories in Franklin County.  View press release.