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When local politicians chatter about a Silicon Valley Walk of Fame, you'd think they created the idea. But Dallas Adams says he thought it up — and he did it for the kids. Best stuff's after the jump.

Dear Tips,

You know.... I have been reading about this Silicon Valley "Walk of Fame"... And I finally realize what is missing from the idea.... Perhaps what is missing is MY original reason for CREATING this in the first place.... THE KIDS..

See... I am only a little guy... I was born and raised in SJ, (Doctors Hospital, May 27th 1958. I have worked on and off with kids my whole life, from Directing Summer Camps for the YMCA to working with At Risk Youth in the Job Corps program..

And through the years I have found that while the "big money" was being made in the "Silicon Valley" there was always the group of kids who could never be reached... The silent children who had no time for dreams for whatever reason be it hunger, fear, abuse.. Perhaps we could have the successful of Silicon Valley, if for only one day reach down to inspire THESE children to dream, free them for greatness.

I WROTE... "The Silicon Valley Walk of Fame is created to enshrine the creative spirits and pioneers of Silicon Valley history; such a walk encourages our youth to emulate these outstanding men and women for their devotion, dedication, pursuit of innovation and visionary dreams."

So... I had an idea, it wasn't an Idea that would make me millions, I don't think I will ever have one of those.. But I did have an idea for a "Silicon Valley Walk of Fame" and faxed a preliminary plan to Jim Cunneen, President and CEO San Jose Silicon Valley Chamber of Commerce May of 2001.

Now it is back, EVERYTHING from the "ICONS" embedded in the pavement, to the walk route itself!! The Mayor is behind it..
The Chamber of Commerce is behind it..
The Convention & Visitors Bureau is behind it..

Where is the PURPOSE behind it?

What I see is people lining up for their picture but no real REASON other than FAME...

I was thinking the Walk of Fame would be more than an admiration society, but rather it "would use funds to assist in keeping Silicon Valley a center of innovation through grants, scholarships and other programs supporting a youth program.."

In any case.... I just hope this could be done... For the kids... For our future..

Oh well... I was just a kid with a dream...

Regards,
Dallas Adams