WHEREAS, throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the Italian Station, a cherished restaurant in Fredericksburg, continued to serve its community despite the potential hazards; and

WHEREAS, the Italian Station has retained its employees during the COVID-19 pandemic, providing stability during an extraordinary economic downturn; and

WHEREAS, in the face of the ongoing crisis, the Italian Station has provided food to numerous members of the Fredericksburg community; and

WHEREAS, Anita Crossfield, owner of the Italian Station, and the restaurant's management have exemplified sound leadership, compassion, and care for both the restaurant's workers and the community; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That the Italian Station hereby be commended for its service to the residents of Fredericksburg during the COVID-19 pandemic; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the Italian Station as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for its commitment to its employees and the community.