For immediate release
Wednesday, October 2, 2000
Contact: Carlos L. Valdes (305) 267-1818
PRESS RELEASE
The Speaker of the House has appointed Carlos L. Valdes, 49, of Miami, to the Transportation Outreach Program, replacing the Fast track Economic Growth Transportation Initiative. It is dedicated to funding transportation projects of a high priority based on the prevailing principles of preserving the existing transportation infrastructure; enhancing Florida’s economic growth and competitiveness.
Valdes who served six consecutive terms (1988-2000) in the Florida House of Representatives, was Chairman of the Business Development & International Trade Committee, and also Chaired the Economic Council.
On September 26, during the organizational meeting of the six member Council. Valdes was appointed Vice-Chair and will become Chairman next year.
Valdes added “I’m excited about the challenges that our council will address, I’ve always been a major advocate of economic development statewide, with strong emphasis on trade and ensuring that our trade corridors are adequate to compete in a global market. I appreciate the confidence the Speaker has in me.”