GBIC Needs to fund VIDA

Again, let me state that I too agree job training for higher-paying jobs should not only be a priority but should be codified into the mission statement and budget bylaws of the GBIC. The convenient acquiescence of the GBIC board to funding VIDA should not appease those community leaders who sought to amend the governing charter of the GBIC. I also think that a board appointed by the city commission should answer to the city commission who can be held accountable through the election process. That could also be something that can maybe be amended through the petition process; something to think about. Anyways, I just feel that as we demand more from GBIC, we don't need to do so by dismissing the new T-Mobile center, which will undoubtedly have a positive impact to those who may not be thinking about going to college but want to move up from a lower paying job.

Patricia