WHEREAS, Terry Holzheimer, a dedicated public servant and leader who worked to make Arlington County one of the nation's best and fastest-growing communities, died on March 1, 2014; and

WHEREAS, Terry Holzheimer earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Florida and a doctorate degree from George Mason University; he was certified in economic development by the International Economic Development Council and was a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners College of Fellows; and

WHEREAS, throughout a distinguished professional career, Terry Holzheimer led a management consulting firm that provided services to local governments and worked with the National League of Cities; from 1989 to 1996, he served as the director of economic development for Loudoun County; and

WHEREAS, after joining Arlington Economic Development (AED) in 1996, Terry Holzheimer served in a variety of positions, helping Arlington grow from a small suburb to one of the nation's most successful counties, and he became the director of AED in 2005; and

WHEREAS, Terry Holzheimer was a recognized authority on economic development both locally and nationally; he spearheaded efforts to develop and support small businesses and strove to lessen the impact of military base realignments and closures on the community; and

WHEREAS, a wise and highly professional leader, Terry Holzheimer oversaw responsible growth in the county, including the construction of the DARPA headquarters and Arlington campuses of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and George Mason University, where he served as an adjunct professor; and

WHEREAS, passionate about Arlington County and its residents, Terry Holzheimer left a legacy of excellence for other public servants and community leaders; and

WHEREAS, predeceased by his wife of 34 years, Mary, Terry Holzheimer will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by his children, Francesca and William, and their families and numerous other family members, friends, and colleagues; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the Senate, the House of Delegates concurring, That the General Assembly hereby note with great sadness the loss of Terry Holzheimer, a devoted public servant and respected leader in Arlington County; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the family of Terry Holzheimer as an expression of the General Assembly's respect for his memory.