Post-mine land use will bring new development to our area and the ability to build new homes out of the flood plain. Important infrastructure, such as water, sewer and broadband access in our area, is vital.

Education will mean the difference between growth and decline. We should be partnering with Southern WV Community and Tech College for quick manpower training for wood products manufacturing, tourism, and hospitality right here in our area.

Tourism will be found by growing the Hatfield and McCoy Trail. Tourists in our area find themselves staying in Charleston and Huntington — we need to bring their dollars into local lodging. By improving our infrastructure, we can have hotels and places to stay that will allow visiting tourists to stay right here in our area and enjoy our wonderfully rich quality of life.