At the writing of this newsletter we are just entering the third week of Legislative Session. The CCA is tracking some 148 bill so far, with more to come!

We had a wonderful turnout for the Annual Legislative Conference this week in Charleston. Over 125 members attended and were treated to a great lineup of guest speakers and presenters.

All levels of government were represented, Federal, State, and Local. The membership reviewed pending legislation, received updates on several areas of interest and welcomed our new contract lobbyist for the 2013 session, Mr. Jim Bowen. Jim has years of experience with the legislative process, and is well known & respected in legislative circles! CCAWV welcomes him aboard and I am personally looking forward to working with him.

We will need your help and support on all our Association positions. Remember to look for your weekly "CCAWV Legislative Lineup" where I will continue to keep you updated on legislative action through tout the 60 day session.