HJ5194: Commending Brandon Stokes.
WHEREAS, Brandon Stokes, a popular radio personality and respected philanthropist, has served the Virginia Beach community for many years by spreading the joy of music and organizing various charitable programs; and
WHEREAS, a native of Virginia Beach, Brandon Stokes took an interest in music at a young age and aspired to become a disc jockey after watching the video for “Walk This Way” by Aerosmith and Run DMC; and
WHEREAS, Brandon Stokes performed at his grade school dances for free and later performed at local high school dances and other events, including homecomings at Hampton University and Norfolk State University; and
WHEREAS, in 2000, Brandon Stokes began working at WNVZ-FM (104.5) and quickly earned a guest spot on the station’s morning show; he officially joined the Morning Zoo team in 2004 and was named music director in 2007; and
WHEREAS, respected for his expertise in and passion for music, Brandon Stokes has earned accolades as one of the best music directors in the country, and with his guidance, Z104 is consistently ranked as one of the top stations among the 18-to-34 age group in Virginia Beach; and
WHEREAS, in 2006, Brandon Stokes established the Stuff the Bus program, living on a Hampton Roads Transit bus for five days to encourage community members to donate Christmas presents for children in need; and
WHEREAS, by 2007, Brandon Stokes had filled four buses with donated toys, and in the eighth annual Stuff the Bus event in 2013, he collected enough toys to fill 15 buses, ensuring less fortunate children in the community had presents for the holidays; and
WHEREAS, Brandon Stokes has also been instrumental in providing new opportunities for local musical artists; he founded the annual Shaggfest concert series, an all-day music festival that allows local talent to perform alongside nationally known artists; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend Brandon Stokes for his devoted service to the residents of Virginia Beach; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Brandon Stokes as an expression of the General Assembly’s admiration for his many cultural and charitable contributions to the community.
HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 5194
WHEREAS, Brandon Stokes, a popular radio personality and respected philanthropist, has served the Virginia Beach community for many years by spreading the joy of music and organizing various charitable programs; and
WHEREAS, a native of Virginia Beach, Brandon Stokes took an interest in music at a young age and aspired to become a disc jockey after watching the video for “Walk This Way” by Aerosmith and Run DMC; and
WHEREAS, Brandon Stokes performed at his grade school dances for free and later performed at local high school dances and other events, including homecomings at Hampton University and Norfolk State University; and
WHEREAS, in 2000, Brandon Stokes began working at WNVZ-FM (104.5) and quickly earned a guest spot on the station’s morning show; he officially joined the Morning Zoo team in 2004 and was named music director in 2007; and
WHEREAS, respected for his expertise in and passion for music, Brandon Stokes has earned accolades as one of the best music directors in the country, and with his guidance, Z104 is consistently ranked as one of the top stations among the 18-to-34 age group in Virginia Beach; and
WHEREAS, in 2006, Brandon Stokes established the Stuff the Bus program, living on a Hampton Roads Transit bus for five days to encourage community members to donate Christmas presents for children in need; and
WHEREAS, by 2007, Brandon Stokes had filled four buses with donated toys, and in the eighth annual Stuff the Bus event in 2013, he collected enough toys to fill 15 buses, ensuring less fortunate children in the community had presents for the holidays; and
WHEREAS, Brandon Stokes has also been instrumental in providing new opportunities for local musical artists; he founded the annual Shaggfest concert series, an all-day music festival that allows local talent to perform alongside nationally known artists; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend Brandon Stokes for his devoted service to the residents of Virginia Beach; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Brandon Stokes as an expression of the General Assembly’s admiration for his many cultural and charitable contributions to the community.