HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 865 Offered February 6, 2007 Commending Steve Wright.  ---------- Patrons-- Lingamfelter, Athey and Cole ----------

WHEREAS, Steve Wright of the Lee District of Fauquier County was honored as a 2006 Citizen of the Year by the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors on January 11, 2007; and

WHEREAS, each year Fauquier County honors citizens from each magisterial district for their outstanding contributions to the community; and

WHEREAS, a dedicated member of the Remington Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department, Steve Wright has been instrumental in the success of the Remington Fall Festival, which is sponsored by the fire company and held at the Carnival Grounds each year in October; and

WHEREAS, with endless enthusiasm, Steve Wright inspires his co-workers and neighbors to support and volunteer for the Remington Fall Festival, which headlines a popular car, truck, and tractor show; a community celebration featuring a pancake breakfast; an array of local food, vendors, and fun for children; regional arts and crafts; bluegrass music; and a fish dinner; and

WHEREAS, committed to the welfare of his community, Steve Wright has also been a faithful member of the Ruritan Club for many years and is active in the organization's many projects in the community; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly commend and congratulate Steve Wright as a 2006 Fauquier County Citizen of the Year for the Lee District; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Steve Wright as an expression of the General Assembly’s gratitude for his dedication to the community of Fauquier County.