New Virginia Governor Tackles Sprawl, Traffic

Timothy M. Kaine will addresses the politically touchy issues, calling for more control of development as a means of reducing congestion.

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January 17, 2006, 12:00 PM PST

By David Gest

"In his first policy address to the General Assembly, the new governor will urge passage of a law that gives local governments the right to halt housing construction if roads are not adequate. The proposal will be part of a package of transportation initiatives he will unveil during his speech."

"The fact that the centerpiece of Monday's speech will be about growth makes Kaine the first Virginia governor in modern times to tackle the politically touchy issue, which is usually left to city councils and boards of supervisors."

Thanks to Dowell Myers

FULL STORY: Kaine Pursues Sprawl, Traffic

Monday, January 16, 2006 in The Washington Post

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