HJ462: Commending Charles R. Obaugh, Jr.

HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 462
Offered February 22, 2008
Commending Charles R. Obaugh, Jr.
Patrons-- Saxman, Cline, Landes and Lohr; Senator: Hanger

WHEREAS, Charles R. Obaugh, Jr., owner of Charlie Obaugh Pontiac Buick GMC Mazda in Staunton, is the 2008 Time Magazine Quality Automobile Dealer of the Year Nominee for Virginia; and

WHEREAS, a native of Staunton, Charles “Charlie” Obaugh’s successful career in the automobile industry has spanned over 40 years and has culminated with his ownership of dealerships in Harrisonburg and Staunton representing several franchises; and

WHEREAS, an active and dedicated member of his community, Charlie Obaugh has served on a numerous local boards, commissions, and committees for many years; and

WHEREAS, a leader of the automobile industry in Virginia, Charlie Obaugh has served as a member of the dealer councils for General Motors, GMC, Pontiac, and Ford, as well as president of the NADA 20 Group and the Pontiac GMC Regional Ad Association; and

WHEREAS, Charlie Obaugh has served in many leadership positions in professional organizations over the years, including as a member of the board of directors of the Virginia Automobile Dealers Association and as president of the Staunton New Car Dealers Association; and

WHEREAS, an excellent dealer with a sterling reputation, Charlie Obaugh was also honored with the 25 Year General Motors Award and the Pontiac Buick GMC Mark of Excellence; and

WHEREAS, Charlie Obaugh has given his time and talents to many civic organizations over the years, including as a longtime supporter of the Staunton Little League, the Boys and Girls Club at Riverheads High School, and the Swoope Volunteer Fire Company; and

WHEREAS, a leader of the automobile industry in Virginia, Charlie Obaugh has served his customers and his community with distinction and serves as an outstanding example of professionalism for automobile dealers across the Commonwealth; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly commend and congratulate Charles R. Obaugh, Jr., on his well-deserved honor as the 2008 Time Magazine Quality Dealer of the Year Nominee for Virginia; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Charles R. Obaugh, Jr., as an expression of the General Assembly’s appreciation of his many achievements and best wishes for continued success.