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204 Januaw 8,2002 Dallas stated that no one promotes church convocations. Earl B. Reynolds, Jr., City Manager, briefly reviewed the current funding of the Office of Tourism through funds from the State Regional Competitiveness Act. Council considered business from the floor. Wayne Sterling, Chief Executive Officer of the Henry County Office of Commerce, stated, "1 am pleased with the terrific support and welcome that I've received. I ask you to consider where we'll go after the sale of the shell building and other acquired properties. We have no major industrial parks left. I can see that you are team players." By a recommendation of Vice Mayor Teague, Council indicated, by general consensus and no vote taken, a willingness and interest to discuss with Henry County an industrial park as quickly as they are ready. Dr. Ira Trollinger, School Superintendent, presented the School Board's 2002 Legislative Agenda, including State support for a Regional Governor's School, support for the continuation of the State school construction funds, encourage support for Virginia CARES and JLARC, continue to support the idea that the Standards of Learning (SOLs) should be constantly reviewed and improved, and encourage the State to allow school divisions to establish their own calendars. Council considered adoption of a Resolution approving amendments to the City's deferred compensation plan. overview of the amendments. Iris Read, Human Resources Manager, presented an Vice Mayor Teague moved to adopt the following Resolution; the motion was duly seconded and carried by the following vote, with all members voting: (0)- None: Vote 5 - 0; Yeas (5) - Crabtree, Dallas, Ferrill, Roop, Teague; Nays WHEREAS, the City of Martinsville has employees rendering valuable services, and