Create a "Take Pride in Richmond and Wayne County" program to improve our attitude towards our own community.  We currently project a negative vision to others outside our area.  I have heard it from business leaders from other cities (and right here in Richmond) all around us.  We need to have more than 20 people working to "sell" this area.  Lets get new groups organized,  Not use the same old approach by the same old group of community leaders who have lost faith in our ability to attract new business.

The Business Alliance for Local Living Economies brings small business leaders together to help answer these questions: "How can my business use less energy and produce less waste? How can I help my customers understand that locally owned businesses are important to the strength of our community? What new business opportunities exist for our region in the emerging green economy?"