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2023 SESSION


SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 122
Commending Steven C. Angle.

 

Agreed to by the Senate, February 16, 2023

 

WHEREAS, Steven C. Angle, an esteemed educator and education administrator who has greatly served his community for many years as mayor of the Town of Rocky Mount and as a member of the Rocky Mount Town Council, retired from public service in 2022; and

WHEREAS, over several decades at Franklin County High School, Steven “Steve” Angle contributed greatly to the academic, social, and emotional well-being of his students in his capacities as an educator, education administrator, basketball coach, and track and field coach; and

WHEREAS, Steve Angle has delighted fans at Franklin County High School football games for more than 40 years, serving as the “Voice of the Eagles” in his role as the stadium’s public address announcer; and

WHEREAS, a native of Rocky Mount, Steve Angle was elected to the Rocky Mount Town Council in 1990, embarking upon an illustrious career in public service that spanned 32 years, including 15 years as mayor; and

WHEREAS, Steve Angle presided over more than 180 council meetings as mayor and more than 380 council meetings as councilmember with the Rocky Mount Town Council, conducting himself with the utmost professionalism and respect for his colleagues while always serving the interests of the town and its residents with a great sense of purpose and duty; and

WHEREAS, a shining achievement from Steve Angle’s work with the Rocky Mount Town Council was the establishment of the Harvester Performance Center in downtown Rocky Mount, a world-class, award-winning music venue that has since attracted some of the nation’s leading acts and generated significant cultural and economic benefits for the community; and

WHEREAS, whether introducing acts at the Harvester Performance Center or representing Rocky Mount at local and regional events, Steve Angle has been a passionate and enthusiastic advocate for the town, inviting countless people to take the opportunity to savor its wonders and charm; and

WHEREAS, in recognition of his service to Rocky Mount and his impact on the community over the past several decades, the Rocky Mount Town Council officially declared December 12, 2022, to be “Mayor Steven C. Angle Day”; and

WHEREAS, Steve Angle’s unwavering dedication to Rocky Mount and his selfless commitment to its citizens leave a legacy of service that will be appreciated for many years to come; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the Senate of Virginia, That Steven C. Angle, longtime mayor and councilmember of the Town of Rocky Mount, hereby be commended for his accomplishments in public service; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Steven C. Angle as an expression of the Senate of Virginia’s admiration for his contributions to the Commonwealth and best wishes in his future endeavors.