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Representative Hart And Senator Rouson Host Virtual Annual Appropriations Workshop
On Saturday, August 21st from 10 a. m. till 1 p. m., State Representative Dianne Hart (D-Tampa) and Sena- tor Darryl Rouson (D-St. Petersburg) will be holding a virtual appropriations work- shop. They will give informa- tion on the state budget appropriations process as well as going over the application and necessary documents.
This is a virtual event. You must register at the link below: https://zoom.us/meeting/reg- ister/tJMvdOihrDMiE9FmM9 WPYgOblzxODiOaUV8t
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting
Representative Hart said, “I am excited to once again partner with Sena-
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tor Rouson on this great event. There are many great local organizations that could benefit from state funding. It is important that our con- stituents know there are re- sources available for those working to improve the com- munity and create meaningful change for everyday people.”
Senator Rouson added, “Last year the legislature
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passed the largest state budget in Florida’s history at over $100 billion. Next year’s budget process is starting soon. I am pleased to have worked with Representative Dianne Hart to bring dollars home to our district. Now is the time to prepare and get in- formed on how non-profit or- ganizations can apply for state dollars.”
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., Elects 36th International President
BY ROD CARTER Director of Publicity Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
WASHINGTON, D.C. --- Former Spring Lake North Carolina Mayor Chris V. Rey, J.D., a native of St. Thomas, U. S. Virgin Islands, was elected the 36th Interna- tional President of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. The election took place at the 2021 International Conclave, in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Rey became a member of Phi Beta Sigma on the campus of East Carolina University in October of 1996. He becomes the first member in the organi- zation's 107-year history to rise to the rank of International President after serving as In- ternational First Vice Presi- dent and International Second Vice President, the highest col- legiate leadership position in the fraternity.
He has served at every level of the fraternity; most recently, as International First Vice President. Under his leader- ship, the fraternity broke membership growth records.
As International Director of Social Action, he was cred- ited for the creation of the In- ternational Sigma Day of Service; as International Tech- nology Director, he developed the first framework for the fra- ternity’s membership database and technology infrastructure. At the age of 27, Bro. Rey was elected one of the youngest re- gional directors in history, serving as the 16th Southeast- ern Regional Director, provid- ing oversight of North Carolina, South Carolina, and Eastern Tennessee member- ship.
Rey’s campaign slogan, “B.E.L.I.E.V.E,” has been a clarion call to the membership. The crux of the message is that members must BELIEVE in their power and what is possi- ble if they are united. “The next chapter will be our best yet," he said. "We will raise our en- gagement level to address poverty, access to the ballot box, the wealth gap, and health disparities for black and brown men.”
CHRIS V. REY, J.D. Newly Elected 36th Interna- tional President Of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
When Rey was first elected in 2011, he was the youngest mayor elected in Spring Lake's history. He served three terms.
Rey is Deputy Director of Human Resources for The U. S. Army Materiel Command (AMC). AMC synchronizes and integrates the Army’s total ca- pabilities in support of the Chief of Staff of the Army’s pri- orities and Combatant Com- mand requirements. As the Army’s Lead Materiel Integra- tor, AMC manages the global supply chain, synchronizing logistics and sustainment ac- tivities across the entire Army.
Rey holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Ad- ministration and a Juris Doc- tor Degree from William and Mary School of Law.
Also, elected to Phi Beta Sigma's General Board of Di- rectors: are Bro. David Turner, International First Vice President; Bro. Maxwell McDaniel, Inter- national Second Vice Presi- dent; Bro. William Frasier, Jr., International Treasurer; Bro. Dr. Marcus Chaney, International Director of Edu- cation; Bro. Terrence Gib- son, International Director of Bigger & Better Business; Bro. Malwan Johnson, Interna- tional Director of Social Ac- tion; Bro. Kennedy Barnes, Esq., International Legal Counsel; Bro. Joshua Busby, International Director of Collegiate Affairs; Bro. Jared Jackson, Collegiate Member-at-Large and Bro. Shawn Adams, Collegiate Member-at-Large.
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