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HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 287 Offered February 2, 2021 Commending Rachel Roberts. ---------- Patrons-- Gooditis, Delaney, Reid and Subramanyam ----------

WHEREAS, Rachel Roberts, a volunteer leader in the Leesburg community, has raised more than $100,000 to support the nonprofit organization Loudoun Hunger Relief by selling flowers; and

WHEREAS, known locally as the “Flower Lady,” Rachel Roberts is a talented horticulturist who grows flowers in her home garden and sells beautiful arrangements at a roadside stand on Edwards Ferry Road in Leesburg, with all proceeds benefiting Loudoun Hunger Relief; and

WHEREAS, Rachel Roberts asks customers to pay what they can for the arrangements by either leaving money in a donation box or sending a check directly to Loudoun Hunger Relief; and

WHEREAS, since 2012, Rachel Roberts’ contributions have accounted for more than $100,000 in donations to Loudoun Hunger Relief, allowing the organization to provide more than 400,000 meals; and

WHEREAS, through her hard work and generosity, Rachel Roberts has brought joy to customers and helped enhance the quality of life for members of the community in need; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That Rachel Roberts hereby be commended for her work to support Loudoun Hunger Relief and alleviate food insecurity in Leesburg and Loudoun County; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Rachel Roberts as an expression of the House of Delegates’ admiration for her leadership and achievements in service to the community.