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16102067D
HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 98
Offered January 13, 2016
Prefiled January 11, 2016
Commending Robert Fisher.
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Patron-- Miller
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WHEREAS, Robert Fisher, the owner of Northside Auto Sales, Inc., in Manassas was named the Virginia Independent Automobile Dealer Association’s Quality Dealer of the Year for 2014; and

WHEREAS, the Virginia Independent Automobile Dealers Association (VIADA) Quality Dealer of the Year award recognizes independent automobile dealers for their contributions to the industry, community and professional service, and adherence to a code of ethics; and

WHEREAS, Robert Fisher was introduced to the world of automobile sales at age 14, when he worked on the lot at the dealership his father managed, and later attended automotive and business classes; and

WHEREAS, Robert Fisher has been the owner of Northside Auto Sales, Inc., since 1978; under his leadership, Northside Auto Sales, Inc., supports its customers by financing approximately 90 percent of clients who are not able to obtain conventional financing; and

WHEREAS, Robert Fisher contributes to his community by sponsoring soccer and baseball teams and a leadership seminar for high school students and by providing free oil changes and vehicle repairs for Transitional Housing BARN, a home for abused and homeless women and children; and

WHEREAS, Robert Fisher exemplifies the business philosophy that training and morals are important to the success of a business and its employees; and

WHEREAS, Robert Fisher has made many contributions to VIADA throughout his career, serving as president of District 4 and president-elect of VIADA; and

WHEREAS, Robert Fisher is an active member of the Manassas community, serving as a docent at the Manassas Museum, chair of the Museum Collections Committee, and vice chair of the Manassas Historic Resources Board, a position appointed by the mayor and Manassas City Council; and

WHEREAS, Robert Fisher is a hardworking, conscientious businessman who represents the important role of small businesses in the Commonwealth; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend Robert Fisher on his selection as the Virginia Independent Automobile Dealers Association Quality Dealer of the Year for 2014; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Robert Fisher as an expression of the General Assembly’s appreciation for his achievements and best wishes in his future endeavors.