Ruth Ann Minner in 2001 Governor's State of the State speeches
On Education:
Put reading specialists in every elementary school
I believe, as do many experts, that reading is the most crucial aspect of education. Without a proper foundation in reading, it is not possible for a student to master math, or history, or literature or science.
[So I] promise to put a reading specialist in every elementary school, a reading specialist who can spend extra time with students in early grades and help smooth the path for them for years to come.
Source: 2001 State of the State Address to Delaware Assembly
Jan 25, 2001
On Environment:
Livable Delaware: channel development against sprawl
We need to pursue a strategy that will keep sprawl in check, reduce traffic congestion, strengthen our towns and cities, and protect our huge investment in roads, schools and other infrastructure. I propose to call it “Livable Delaware.” “Livable
Delaware” is not anti-growth. It will offer carrots, not sticks, to channel development to growth zones that already have been designated by state, county and local governments. Elements of such a strategy already are in place.
Open space and farmland preservation. Redevelopment of brownfield sites. Preservation of our major highway corridors to promote safer travel and minimize the need to build new roads in the future. Tax credits for historic preservation.
Coordination and cooperation among state agencies, the county and the community on projects like AstraZeneca. I plan to unveil my full “Livable Delaware” strategy in the coming months.
Source: 2001 State of the State Address to Delaware Assembly
Jan 25, 2001
On Technology:
Implement e-government, starting with DMV
Today, we are in the middle of several important e-Government projects. First, a complete overhaul of the State’s web site. On our new home page, we will organize services and information in a way that makes the user’s experience easier, more efficient
and more enjoyable. Second, a new state-of-the-art web presence for the Division of Motor Vehicles. This “next generation” website will utilize the latest technologies to meet the needs of DMV customers in a way no other state is today.
Source: 2001 State of the State Address to Delaware Assembly
Jan 25, 2001
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