SEARCH SITE
VIRGINIA LAW PORTAL
- Code of Virginia
- Virginia Administrative Code
- Constitution of Virginia
- Charters
- Authorities
- Compacts
- Uncodified Acts
- RIS Users (account required)
SEARCHABLE DATABASES
- Bills & Resolutions
session legislation - Bill Summaries
session summaries - Reports to the General Assembly
House and Senate documents - Legislative Liaisons
State agency contacts
ACROSS SESSIONS
- Subject Index: Since 1995
- Bills & Resolutions: Since 1994
- Summaries: Since 1994
Developed and maintained by the Division of Legislative Automated Systems.
2014 SPECIAL SESSION I
14200522DWHEREAS, in 2014, North Halifax Volunteer Fire Department in Nathalie celebrates 50 years of serving and safeguarding the lives and property of Nathalie and Halifax County community members; and
WHEREAS, established in March 1964, North Halifax Volunteer Fire Department was created by 41 charter members, then meeting as the Young Farmer’s Club, to provide a necessary service to their neighbors and friends; and
WHEREAS, over the years, North Halifax Volunteer Fire Department has cultivated strong relationships throughout the community, with members always striving to live up to the department’s motto “We serve because we care”; the department has succeeded in its mission thanks in part to the generosity of local individuals, families, businesses, and organizations; and
WHEREAS, the dedicated volunteer firefighters and staff members of North Halifax Volunteer Fire Department utilize the highest quality training and cutting-edge equipment to respond to structure fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergencies; and
WHEREAS, North Halifax Volunteer Fire Department has earned numerous awards and accolades for its service, including an appreciation award from the Halifax County Sheriff’s Office; and
WHEREAS, North Halifax Volunteer Fire Department commemorated its 50th anniversary at its annual marathon and fundraiser on September 6, 2014; living charter members and relatives of deceased charter members received plaques honoring their commitment to the community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend North Halifax Volunteer Fire Department for its contributions to Nathalie and Halifax County on the occasion of its 50th anniversary; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Ronnie Waller, fire chief of North Halifax Volunteer Fire Department, as an expression of the General Assembly’s admiration for its tradition of service to the Nathalie and Halifax County communities.