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SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 215
Offered February 22, 2008
Commending Alice Sigmon Hall.
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Patron-- Hurt
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WHEREAS, Alice Sigmon Hall, the respected and admired clerk of the Circuit Court of Franklin County, retired on December 31, 2007; and

WHEREAS, Alice Hall, a graduate of Franklin County High School, began her distinguished public service career on January 1, 1953, as deputy clerk of the Circuit Court of Franklin County; and

WHEREAS, a dedicated and experienced public servant, Alice Hall became clerk of the Circuit Court of Franklin County on November 6, 1996; and

WHEREAS, Alice Hall received her circuit court clerk certification from the University of Virginia’s Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service on August 25, 2000; and

WHEREAS, with her tireless energy and impeccable character, Alice Hall diligently worked to improve the quality of services provided her fellow citizens and her depth of knowledge has been an invaluable resource to the Clerk’s Office and Franklin County; and

WHEREAS, an enthusiastic supporter of her community and her profession, Alice Hall has given her time and immense talents to many civic and professional organizations over the years, including as a member of the Virginia Court Clerks’ Association, Franklin County Chamber of Commerce, and Henry Fork Service Center; and

WHEREAS, Alice Hall is a faithful member of Redwood United Methodist Church, where she is a member of the choir; she also served as a Girl Scout leader, youth leader, and Sunday School teacher; and

WHEREAS, Alice Hall served as the circuit court clerk of Franklin County with great skill, professionalism, and integrity; she plans to enjoy her retirement by spending quality time with her husband and family, especially her beloved grandchildren, as well as by visiting the sick and elderly members of her church; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the Senate, the House of Delegates concurring, That the General Assembly commend Alice Sigmon Hall for her 55 years of outstanding public service to the citizens of Franklin County; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Alice Sigmon Hall as an expression of the General Assembly’s gratitude for her many achievements and best wishes for a happy and rewarding retirement.