Joyce Waugh CEc D President and CEO Roanoke

Joyce Waugh, CEc. D President and CEO Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce October 12, 2016 Roanoke College

Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce “The Roanoke Regional Chamber supports the continued development of infrastructure that is integral to business expansion in our region. Our prosperity depends on the presence of robust transportation – education – recreation – healthcare – telecommunication – and energy infrastructure. With these building blocks in place, our economy and our quality of life are given great opportunities for growth. “As a result of this philosophy, the Roanoke Regional Chamber supports the Mountain Valley Pipeline project and strongly encourages its development in accordance with laws and regulations of the United States and the Commonwealth of Virginia, in cooperation with property owners, and the utmost safety and with respect for the environment and our region’s beauty. ” October 12, 2016 Roanoke College

Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce Economic Benefits: • Construction spending benefits ~ $396 million on construction resources in Virginia and cumulative creation of 5, 100 jobs. • Long term operational benefits ~ jobs in operation/maintenance and increased annual property taxes. Fuel savings to our municipal fleet (if switched from gas/diesel) approximately $600, 000 annually • Potential access to natural gas for Franklin County. Provided they choose to connect, $2. 6 million of annual fleet fuel savings and help attracting new manufacturers. Benefit to local distribution company – Roanoke Gas, a subsidiary of RGC Resources. • New infrastructure provides economic benefits. Building block to our region’s economic well being like roads, telecommunication, healthcare and schools. October 12, 2016 Roanoke College

Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce • We are a member organization. Taking this into consideration we surveyed our membership with clear support indicated for the construction of the pipeline with certain caveats as to taking care of the environment. October 12, 2016 Roanoke College

Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce Environmental/Personal Property/Safety • Recommend to FERC that MVP minimize their footprint on delicate landscapes and natural features, including but not limited to: – – – Crossing caves and karst Domestic water sources, wells, springs, water bodies and wetlands Appalachian Trail, Blue Ridge Parkway and other scenic by-ways National Register of Historic Places Federally listed areas of endangered species Natural habitats and wildlife • Recommend that the acreage not associated with operational facilities is properly restored. • We will be diligent in our requests that the compressor station (Swann station) is considerate of sound and light disturbances to residents. • Hold MVP accountable for their commitment to landowners. • Expect MVP to do all that is required and consider going beyond what is required, to ensure public safety. October 12, 2016 Roanoke College