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2014 SPECIAL SESSION I

14200056D
HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 5031
Offered April 8, 2014
Commending Brian K. Alderson.
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Patrons-- Marshall, D.W. and Adams; Senators: Ruff and Stanley
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WHEREAS, Brian K. Alderson, a 25-year veteran of the Danville Fire Department, was named the American Legion Dan River Post 1097 Firefighter of the Year in March 2014; and

WHEREAS, a humble and devoted servant to the people of Danville, Brian Alderson serves as the captain of Station 1 of the Danville Fire Department and a life member of the Danville Life Saving Crew; and

WHEREAS, regularly going above and beyond in fulfilling his duties, Brian Alderson is admired as an active and helpful leader who always treats members of the public with courtesy, respect, and compassion; and

WHEREAS, as the face of the Danville Fire Department’s social media campaign, Brian Alderson works to prevent fires by providing safety tips and keeps citizens and the media informed on high-profile incidents; and

WHEREAS, Brian Alderson also donates his time and expertise to the members of the Danville and Pittsylvania County communities by teaching cardiopulmonary resuscitation, first aid, and emergency medical technician classes; and

WHEREAS, Brian Alderson is an exemplar of the hard work, professionalism, and dedication to duty displayed by firefighters, first responders, and law-enforcement officers throughout the Commonwealth; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend Brian K. Alderson on receiving the American Legion Dan River Post 1097 Firefighter of the Year award for his contributions to the Danville community; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Brian K. Alderson as an expression of the General Assembly’s admiration for his dedication to safeguarding the lives and property of the people of Danville.