The Virginia Legislative Black Caucus (VLBC) achieved a milestone by hosting its first-ever Fredericksburg town hall at Shiloh Baptist Church (New Site). The event featured engaging conversations during a dynamic Q&A session, with community members voicing their concerns.
Previously, VLBC town hall meetings were typically held in Hampton Roads and Richmond. However, VLBC Vice President Del. Joshua Cole (D-Fredericksburg) initiated the Fredericksburg meeting to reflect the growing number of Black elected officials representing Northern Virginia in recent election cycles.
Cecilia Cain, the VLBC’s legislative director, moderated the town hall, kicking off proceedings promptly at 6 p.m. Del. Rozia Henson (D-Prince William), Del. Michael Jones (D-Richmond), Sen. Aaron Rouse (D-Virginia Beach), and Cole shared heartfelt stories about their paths to public service.
“This meeting is very important and will help with the upcoming legislative session in January,” Cain noted.
