CHARLESTON – Community members are invited to attend an open forum with 37th District Delegate Meshea Poore tonight to discuss community and economic development, public safety and related legislation.

"Forums like this are a great way for me to ensure I truly understand the issues, concerns and interests of the people of the 37th District," Delegate Poore said. "I look forward to listening and sharing news from the legislative session."

The two-hour Q&A-style forum will begin at 5:30 pm Tuesday, March 5, at Piedmont Elementary School, located at the corner of Bradford and Quarrier Streets. Rick Cavender, Executive Director of East End Main Street, which is sponsoring the event, will moderate. The following topics will be covered during the forum:

* The legislative process and how it will be applied to the issues within our community

* Community development and enrichment

* Economic development

* Public safety