Bill Text: VA HR744 | 2021 | 2nd Special Session | Enrolled
Bill Title: Commending Ellie Ashford.
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 6-0)
Status: (Passed) 2021-08-03 - Bill text as passed House (HR744ER) [HR744 Detail]
Download: Virginia-2021-HR744-Enrolled.html
WHEREAS, for many years, Ellie Ashford, an award-winning writer and editor, has enriched the lives of Annandale residents through her work to maintain the Annandale Blog, a dedicated source of timely community news; and
WHEREAS, established in 2009, the Annandale Blog provides information about everything from development and revitalization projects to new business openings as well as a calendar of local events; under Ellie Ashford's leadership, the blog has expanded its coverage area to include Seven Corners, Bailey's Crossroads, and other parts of the Mason District; and
WHEREAS, Ellie Ashford previously worked for the National School Boards Association in Alexandria; her articles have appeared in a wide range of publications and on varied websites, and she has worked as a freelance writer and editor for several nonprofit organizations and private companies; and
WHEREAS, Ellie Ashford is well known for her integrity, dedication, and incomparable work ethic, as well as her ability to write clearly and accurately about complex issues and her skill as a comprehensive editor; and
WHEREAS, Ellie Ashford earned the 2012 Citation of Merit from the Fairfax County Federation of Citizens Associations for her volunteer leadership and contributions to community life in Fairfax County; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That Ellie Ashford hereby be commended for her years of service to the Annandale community through her work with the Annandale Blog; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Ellie Ashford as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for her commitment to providing high-quality local journalism.