NCF 2020 Vision Series: The Economy

The Newport County Fund and the Newport Daily News co-sponsor an annual series of public programs on topics of countywide interest that includes a popular annual breakfast with Newport County legislators.

 The convenings provide a unique forum for civic engagement on a variety of subjects by encouraging meaningful conversations and exchange within the community.

In 2010, the public forum series, 2020 Vision, will allow Newport County residents to articulate goals for their communities for the next 10 years in several vital areas. Each forum will feature a keynote speaker and break-out sessions to allow participants to explore subtopics, culminating in a report on goals and priorities in each area.

Forums will be held for three consecutive weeks in September at Salve Regina University's Pell Center.

Economy

Wednesday, September 8, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Keynote speaker: Keith Stokes, executive director, Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation

Energy/Environment

Thursday, September 16, 5:30-7:30 p.m
Keynote speaker: Kenneth Payne, administrator, Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources

Education

Wednesday, September 22, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Keynote speaker: Deborah Gist, commissioner, Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

To attend
Space is limited and reservations will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. To reserve a seat, email NCF event, indicating which forum(s) you wish to attend, or call (401) 427-4048. 

2020 Vision is made possible through the support and collaboration of other organizations, including Salve Regina University (providing space at the Pell Center), Aquidneck Island Planning Commission, VHB, Newport County Chamber of Commerce, Newport & Bristol County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Newport Public Education Foundation, and the van Beuren Charitable Foundation.

Planning Ahead

The 2010 legislative breakfast will be held on November 17.