[Concordia Incola] - Provincial Proclamations and Publications

[Raliric Ered`Gard]

Timestamp:
Solaria, Brightening 1 of the Fourth Cycle of Optia
Spring of the Second Era of the Pax Imperialis,
First Era of the Celestine Mandate,
Thirteenth Era Post Fractum in the Reign of Intendant Milo L’Evienne.

CENTRIPAX, Concordia Incola - The newly appointed Lieutenant Governor of Centripax, Raliric Ered`Gard, last brightening stood before the people and press to make an announcement regarding the state of the Provincial Government. In the past this man had stood before the masses as a General and Advisor to previous governors, however today he stood upon the plateau of the provincial governor fully attired in the toga of the Concordians to deliver the announcement.

The announcement was short and for some sweet, whilst others found a bitter taste left within their mouths at what this might lead to for the Provincial Government of Centripax. ”Serale citizens of Centripax, I will make this announcement short so that you will all be able to return to homes.” the Lieutenant Governor began before proceeding to illustrate the extent of the discussions between the Governor and himself since both of their appointments into their respective positions. These discussions included, ”the governing system of Centripax, namely the nature of the Concordia Incola; the state of provincial security; the roles of various government officials; and potential public works and events that will promote the culture and history of Centripax.” He continued to say that this brightening’s announcement would be one of many to come in an effort to see the province return to its roots and promote what is truly special about Centripax and its people.

It did not take long however for the second in charge in the governance of the province to come to the point of this public announcement. ”Governor Sharinya S'Alvia will no longer reside within Primus Gaudeo for reasons relating to the needs of her race. She will be moving within the coming cycles to an undisclosed location where she will be in contact with the provincial government and easily reached in times of emergency or provincial need.” he continued with how he, as Lieutenant Governor, would be in constant contact with the Governor and in discussion and planning of various changes, concerns and ideas for the province.

”Rest assured that this does not mean the Governor’s Office will be unavailable for those seeking appointments, that role will fall to me as Lieutenant Governor and I will endeavour to perform the role with as much enthusiasm and care as Governor Sharinya S'Alvia had.” after speaking in detail for a short time on how this would effect the provincial government, it became apparent that it would in fact not effect it a great deal. Raliric would act on the Governors behalf as was the role of the Lieutenant Governor’s position, and all announcements and appointments made by the Lieutenant Governor were to be considered as having been approved by the Governor herself.

As the announcement wound to an end Sir Ered`Gard gave a short list of the up coming announcements to be made in the Forum in the near future; ”[announcements] such as the state of Zerdargia and the progress in the province’s aide of the dwarven city, the appointment of new provincial government officials, changes in the ssecurity of the province and finally the much anticipated changes to the Concordia Incola and provincial government.” He went on to say that many more ideas, events and plans were in the discussion process and would thus feature in later announcements when matters had been confirmed.

”I would like to thank the citizens of Centripax for their time and patience, and if anyone would like to contact me to discuss any of the changes being implemented then my office door is always open.” It was with that statement that the Lieutenant Governor gathered his notes and farewelled the citizens of Centripax, returning to his office within the complex of the Concordia Incola.

[Raliric Ered`Gard]

Timestamp:
Aslanica, Brightening V of the Fourth Cycle of Optia
Spring of the Second Era of the Pax Imperialis,
First Era of the Celestine Mandate,
Thirteenth Era Post Fractum in the Reign of Intendant Milo L’Evienne.

CENTRIPAX, Concordia Incola - Once again the Lieutenant Governor of Centripax stood before the people and press massed within the Forum of the Concordia Incola to hear another of the many announcements reputed to be implemented in the few short cycles to come. He began much the same way as he had at the beginning of the cycle. ”Serale citizens of Centripax. This brightening I will bring three announcements to you; one is a matter of provincial aide; another is a slight change to some positions within the provincial government; and the last is the appointing of a worthy citizen into those changed positions.” He said as a short brief to the province and its ministers, most of whom had heard little of these changes given the expressions on their faces. It would seem that for the time being the Office of the Governor was keeping a closed lip as to the changes until they were announced to the people.

Lieutenant Governor Ered`Gard began by first apologizing to the citizens of the empire for how long it had taken the provincial government to make a definitive move to assist those struggling within the province. He apologized for his predessors who had not acted quickly enough to bring aide to localities such as Zerdargia and Acumin in their times of need. ”This will however change this brightening. Whilst I cannot undo the past, travel back and correct the wrongs, I am able to bring needed assistance to bare now and right what wrongs may have occurred. Thus it is with great pleasure that the Governor and I have hired the expert minds and skills of the four leading engineers in the province to assist Zerdargia in its time of need.“ he went on to say that the provincial government has also pledged three thousand labourers, some of which are engineers themselves, to assist the Zerdargians in clearing the debris and reconstructing buildings and the city walls.

”Materials are also being gathered for the specific purpose of donation to Zerdargia, we hope that at least one thousand tones of granite will be available to Zerdargia by the time the last of the debris has been cleared and the city is ready to push its reconstruction into full swing.” all of which, he went on to say, will be at the cost of Province and city of Primus Gaudeo. ”To ensure the city is not crowded by the influx of population that Labourers will bring, a camp will be constructed outside the city walls under the supervision and protection of a regiment of Phoenix Legion troops. These men will also be ready to assist the Zerdargians if the need arises or if asked to do so.” This force being sent to Zerdargia will consist, in total (inclusive of the labourers), over three and a half thousand people, ”all of which, will be fed and paid by the provincial government, as well as supplied with materials and maintenance at the provincial government’s expense.”

”It is after all the least we can do for a cultural homeland of the dwarven race and a symbol of strength and unity for the entire province. No cost is too great, no expense too rich for such an icon as Zerdargia and its inhabitants.” He went on to encourage the refugees who fled Zerdargia and have not returned that this is the perfect time for them to return to watch their beloved city rise again to its former glory through provincial unity and assistance.

In conclusion with regards to provincial aide he said, ”Zerdargia is not the only locality in the province whom shall receive aide; we are currently intent on discussions, plans and financing aide to other localities through the province. We will ask those localities to bear with us, as this aide may not be possible for some time. Whilst I do not like to bring the issue of funds, it is inevitable that it should be mentioned. The provincial coffers are not without an end and the funds we do have may only stretch so far. We are taking one step at a time to ensure the province receives what it is due.” He then moved on to the topic of the provincial government positions that would be changing.

”In the past the position of Speaker of the Concordia Incola was held by the Lieutenant Governor, whom took the role as the spokesperson of the people to the Governor. Delivering the needs and wants of the province brought to them by the Concordians to the Governor in advice. The role itself is not being changed, however it is being merged with a similar role currently in effect in an effort to minimize confusion for the citizens of Centripax and to ensure you are all getting the best service and representation as you possibly can get, both to the Governor and to the Empire’s current Leader. Thus, it is that by the decree of the Governor’s Office that the positions of Senator of Centripax and Speaker of the Concordia Incola will be merged into the self-same position. From this moment onward the position will be known, in Centripax, as the Speaker and Senator for Centripax.” He went on to speak on what is expected from these roles as dictated by the Article of the Imperium; making note that the Speaker of the Concordia Incola position was quite similar to that of the President of the Provincial Council and that the Concordia Incola was Centripax’s Provincial Council.

”This brings me to the last piece of business that I shall be presenting to you in this brightenings announcement, and that is the appointment of a Speaker and Senator for Centripax. It is with great pleasure that the Governor’s Office appoints Norin Beldwig, former Sergeant of the Veldar Elite, to the position of Speaker and Senator for the Administration of Centripax.” the Lieutenant Governor paused for a moment to lead a round of applause for the newly appointed Provincial Government Member before concluding the brightening’s announcement.

”I thank the citizens of Centripax once again for their patience. The next announcement will take place five brightenings from this, and shall consist of the topics of provincial security, and the changes to the Concordia Incola. It will also be the last public announcements from the Governor’s Office for the remainder of this season. Thank You.” He bowed to the massed forum and then gathered his documentation and returned to his Office.

[Raliric Ered`Gard]

Timestamp:
Solaria, Brightening I of the Fifth Cycle of Optia
Spring of the Second Era of the Pax Imperialis,
First Era of the Celestine Mandate,
Thirteenth Era Post Fractum in the Reign of Intendant Milo L’Evienne.

CENTRIPAX, Concordia Incola - As the Lieutenant Governor had promised, exactly five brightenings following his last announcement he stood within the great Forum of the Concordia Incola to present his last series of announcements for the season; proclamations that had been rumoured to be the most important to date. ”Serale citizens of Centripax. What I bring before you this brightening from the Governor’s Office has been discussed, planned and almost implemented in the past. It was first brought before the Concordia Incola and a provincial council during my time as Provincial Commander and after revisiting it with the Governor we have decided to finally implement it for the good of the province.” Ered`Gard turned and motioned toward a large painting that was standing behind him, currently covered by a centripian blue sheet. With a nod the sheet was pulled off to reveal a large map of the province.

”The first of the announcements I present is that the proposed Provincial Garrison system has been approved by the Governor and at the beginning of next season the system of Garrisons will begin construction.” he went on to give a brief description of what the system entailed. That in total there are nine garrisons to be built, and that an additional two would be manned and had already finished construction; those two were namely the castles of Primus Gaudeo and the Citadel above the village of Siona. ”Each garrison will further have a series of outposts spread throughout the territory that the garrison will patrol. These outposts will serve to cut down the response time for the provincial militia and thus give the province a better chance of defending itself from an attacker.” he spoke at great length about the garrisons size and how they would be built and with whose funding.

”Each garrison, save for Primus Gaudeo and Siona, will consist of one thousand legionaries with a further two hundred legionaries located in the outposts within each region. Siona will have three thousand legionaries with a further two hundred for the regions outposts and Primus Gaudeo will hold the remainder of the Provincial Militia.” the Lieutenant Governor went on to give the approximate figure that some fourteen thousand legionaries would be deployed around the province in these garrison and outpost networks whilst a further eighteen thousand remained in Primus Gaudeo ready to assist the province where it was needed.

”This increase in security throughout the province will ensure the citizens of the province are kept safe from bandits and in the event of an invading force, like the one that attacked Zerdargia, were to attack a locality within Centripax there would be enough warning time to evacuate the citizens and dispatch a suitable response force from the Provincial Capital.” he proceeded to state that the funding for this venture should be minimal, however in the event that costs do rise there has been a portion of money set aside to cover the additional expenditure.

”I would like to clarify for the concerned members of the province who might think that these garrisons will have an effect on the major localities. The Phoenix Legion will not venture into any locality or the area that that locality has jurisdiction over, unless with prior approval from the leader of that locality or at the explicit order of the Governor’s Office. And I can assure you that if this is the case those forces will be doing so in order to keep the province safe.” he mentioned that this was indeed a touchy subject with some people and so he has made time in his schedule for a Questions and Answer sessions regarding all of the changes that have occurred of late. This session will take place in the first cycle of the new season, ”this will give the citizens of the province enough time to formulate their arguments and questions and travel to Primus Gaudeo.”

Having addressed that issue he asked for the citizens patience as he moved on to the next order of business which were the changes to the Concordia Incola.

”The Concordia Incola has for some time been a heated area of debate within the provincial government. Its duties, jurisdiction and mandate have been brought into question by nearly every governor and lieutenant governor to reign since Baron Davion Jaq’len retired. I will not profess to know the reason for this as it seems to me that the basic idea and mandates of the Concordians are very clear and shout not be changed at all. What I do believe should be changed, and what the Governor and I have made changes to, is who should be Concordians.” He went on to outline that originally the Concordia Incola was restricted to three citizens from each major locality of the province, appointed by that locality’s thane and sent to Primus to take part in the discussions.

”I believe that that method is essentially bound to fail in a few respects. The Governor and I have come up with a system that will allow the Concordians to do what they are there to do. No longer shall the Concordian positions be a paid job.” he outlined how much of a drain it was on the province to pay someone for their ideas and advice; which is essentially the job of a provincial council member, a position that has no pay in every other province. ”It is a citizen’s right and choice to be on this council and we wish to promote that with the Concordia Incola. There are restrictions however. At any one time there may only be three hundred Concordians. I hear many of you ask the question of how one becomes a Concordian. It is simple; you apply directly to either the Speaker and Senator or the Lieutenant Governor of Centripax.”

Briefly explaining that this could be done in person or in a letter, however the information that the Speaker will require was: name, how long the person had been in the province, whether that person had served in any military or government position within the province, whether that person owned land or a business, the financial status of the applicant, whether the applicant was of noble birth, and finally the locality of the province the applicant came from.

”The reasons for these questions to be asked and this information to be gathered is to ensure the integrity of the applicant and potential Concordian. You, the people, wish to see those who have served this province, and who will continue to serve this province, attain a position that will give them the right to speak for you on a provincial council.” this was followed by a brief list of some changes to the responsibilities of the Concordians.

”As a Concordian you will be a respected member of Centripax, your words heard and listened to by the people, your ideas considered to a greater extent than usual. You are expected to always be; honourable, righteous, truthful, strive for the betterment of the province and its citizens, and uphold the laws of Centripax and the Empire. Failure to do so will result in a punishment worthy of the crimes committed.” a date was shortly mentioned for when the first Concordians would be announced, which was the beginning of the new season. ”I thus encourage citizens from all over Centripax to send a letter of application for this prestigious office as soon as possible.”

It appeared that the changes did not stop here, he continued to state that from next season onward the provincial government and the local government of Primus Gaudeo would be completely and totally separated, ”This will allow the Provincial Government to move freely around the province in its entirety if it so desired to do so without causing administrative problems for the localities it visits. The Governor and I have been discussing a new plan for the provincial government which I will tell you a little about now. We would like to see, eventually, the provincial government able to tour the localities of the province. This would mean that one season the Government’s Head would reside within Zerdargia, and the next season within Riparia, or Natura, or Acumin, or Siona, or any other number of communities spread throughout this great province.” A hand was raised as if to placate the crowd, which had a few whispers circulating throughout after that bomb shell had been delivered.

”This does not mean that Primus Gaudeo will relinquish the status of Provincial Capital. Always will Primus Gaudeo be the Capital of Centripax. What it does mean is that the provincial government will spread equality throughout the province by sharing in its participation of a roving Provincial Government.” He stated again that this was an idea being discussed and that there were obvious problems to be sorted out. They were, however, accepting questions and advice with regards to this and in fact encouraged the participation of the province in this affair. It could be discussed, in length, at the conference at the beginning of next season, as could any other topic brought up in the last few cycles. It was also with this that the Lieutenant Governor concluded his announcements for that brightening.

”Once again, I thank all of the citizens of Centripax for their patience and I will look forward to answering any questions at the beginning of the next season in this very forum room with the rest of the provincial government in attendance.” A bow and once more he withdrew to his office.