Gov. Charles W. Turnbull is in Washington, D.C., attending the National Governors' Conference to be held Saturday, Feb. 26 to Tuesday, Feb. 29.
Highlighting the social segment of the governor's trip is a White House dinner with President Bill Clinton, a reception hosted by the ambassador to China, and another by Vice President Al Gore.
The focus of the conference is how states and territories can prosper in the new economy of the 21st century.
The governor will meet with several members of Congress to discuss current Virgin Islands initiatives. He will also hold discussions with the Interior Department regarding the territory's list of critical needs.
Gov. Turnbull serves on several committees of the conference, including Human Services, Natural Resources and Economic Development and Commerce.
During the governor's absence, Lt. Gov. Gerard Luz James II will be acting governor.
