Florida governor to encourage conservation, fuel-efficient alternatives

With two disastrous hurricane seasons underscoring Florida's vulnerability to disruptions in its energy supply, Gov. Jeb Bush on Friday called for a state policy that encourages conservation and development of alternatives.

Bush issued an executive order for an energy forum involving all stakeholders to be held in the state capital by the end of the year and for a plan to be on his desk by Jan. 17.—Linda Kleindienst, Orlando Sentinel

Atlanta slogan: "Every day is opening day"

Atlanta has an official slogan. Officials said the city had outgrown its dated and unofficial moniker, "The city too busy to hate." That slogan worked well when the city was trying to separate itself from Southern cities still holding on to segregation, but officials worried that in 2005 it couldn't compete against "What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas."—Leon Stafford, Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Perceptions are important. Greater Waco deserves a positive one

How a person, institution or city perceives itself is an important ingredient in achieving success or failure.

Likewise, how a person, institution or city is perceived by others plays an equally important role in obtaining success.

The recently released Greater Waco Strategic Economic Development Plan contains an important goal that needs the assistance of the entire Waco metro area to achieve.—Waco Tribune-Herald editorial

Grow Waco goal broadens, strengthens economic development efforts

No segment of Greater Waco will remain untouched if a comprehensive new economic development plan is implemented.—Waco Tribune-Herald Editorial

Plan is sweeping in scope, city leaders say

"This could represent a fundamental moment in our history." —David Lacy, president of Community Bank & Trust, on the Challenge Greater Waco strategic economic development plan produced by the Greater Waco Chamber with Market Street Services of Atlanta

Waco: Too many assets to drift along

It doesn't take wizards in strategic planning to say this. When they say it, however, at least it gets attention. This community has some incredible assets – too many assets for it to drift along in economic doldrums and never come close to its potential.—Waco Tribune-Herald Editorial

Strategic economic development plan revealed

"They want Waco to strengthen its economy; build a workforce that can handle jobs of the future; retain and attract more businesses and visitors; reinvigorate downtown and the Brazos riverfront; and build the resources and leadership needed to succeed in its endeavors."—J. Mac Holladay, CEO, Market Street Services, on Economic Development Steering Committee of Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce