Block · one region of the page, as the scanner read it. It may hold a whole story, part of one, several, or an advertisement; stitching blocks into articles is the next step. Text is supplied OCR.
Page 10 · column 6 of 9 · from the scan, no model involved
DON ASKEW
plain his point of view, explain the project (which usually entails site visits and map studies), and then explain any constraint on the project. “He shows you his side, so you can later draw your own conclusions,” says Mr. Hope. The end result is often a productive exchange of ideas rather than the creation of an adversary relationship which alienates the public servant from the public he serves. Mr. Askew, about to be 42, began his career with the department 18 years ago as an engineer trainee in Norfolk and was promoted to Fauquier and Rappahannock's resident engineer in 1972, after climbing the ladder in Richmond and Loudoun County.
Perhaps Mr. Askew’s most significant accomplishment was his efficient supervision of Interstate 66’s completion through Fauquier County, says Mr. Hope. “He did a very good job of managing that work.”
Although Mr. Hope praises him for “making good judgements” and being a man who gets things done, Don Askew’s most important asset is his ability to get along with so many people.
“Some people have it, and some people don't,” Mr. Hope says. And the trait is all important.
“We are in touch with the people of Virginia every day. We are out there for inspection. We are very, very visible, and our employees know they are visible.”
90.8%