Hampton city officials are reaching out for help in redeveloping the Phoebus area, which will lose the anchor of Fort Monroe in 2011. Hampton Roads Business Outreach, an alliance of gay and lesbian-owned area businesses, may help revitalize the historic city area.

"Hampton has a strong tradition for diversity and innovation and is actively seeking partners to complete master plan development of key areas of the city. HRBOR members have expressed interest in investing in Hampton. However, it is still very early in discussions," said Hampton Assistant City Manager John Eagle.

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