All Council and Committee Meeting are open to the public.
For additional meeting information or access please contact Deborah Flippo, Region 8 Executive Director, at Director@govirginiaregion8.org or use the form:
Regional Council
Functions as the governing body for Region 8 as set by the Code of Virginia and sets the organizational agenda. The Regional Council votes on project investments, operating budget, and council membership.
Executive Committee
Operates on behalf of the Regional Council at the direction of the Chair and/or Vice Chair.
Grant Review Committee
Reviews Region 8 applications, ensures compliance with GO Virginia guidelines, ensures project alignment with Region 8 Growth and Diversification Plan, makes recommendation to Regional Council for project approval
Nominating Committee
Reviews all new candidates, forms recommendations to present to Council and Executive Committee about new member approval, ensures adherence to DHCD guidance and Virginia Code on Council formation, and conducts Council certification annually.
Growth and Diversification Committee
Responsible for overseeing the development of the Growth and Diversification Plan in accordance with DHCD guidance and Code of Virginia.
Upcoming Agendas
Regional Council
Executive Committee – March 1, 2023
Grant Review Committee
Nominating Committee
Growth and Diversity Committee
” It has been so exciting to be part of the GO Virginia Executive Committee since it’s inception! To watch the growth and momentum build from a concept to the completion of such important projects throughout our region has been very rewarding.“
– Joanie Eiland, Regional Council Vice Chair