Bill Text: VA SJR361 | 2019 | Regular Session | Enrolled
Bill Title: Commending the Greenbriar Civic Association.
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2019-04-03 - Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ361ER) [SJR361 Detail]
Download: Virginia-2019-SJR361-Enrolled.html
WHEREAS, for 50 years, the Greenbriar Civic Association has helped make the Greenbriar community in Chantilly a wonderful place to live and raise a family and a vital part of Fairfax County; and
WHEREAS, the Greenbriar Civic Association was established by Greenbriar's first 100 residents in 1968 to support and address the concerns of new homeowners; the all-volunteer nonprofit organization has grown to represent the community at local and state levels; and
WHEREAS, constructed in the early 1970s, Greenbriar features 1900 moderately priced homes in a variety of architectural styles near the intersection of Route 50 and Fairfax County Parkway, with convenient access to shopping, restaurants, theaters, museums, schools, parks, and other attractions, as well as close proximity to Washington Dulles International Airport; and
WHEREAS, Greenbriar Civic Association fosters a strong community spirit and a sense of identity through numerous events and services; the organization hosts yard sales, holiday parties, concerts, and clean up days; provides welcome kits to new residents; and publishes the Greenbriar Flyer to promote civic engagement; and
WHEREAS, Greenbriar Civic Association also oversees upgrades to parks and amenities, beautification projects, and traffic calming efforts and works with law-enforcement officers to keep the community safe; and
WHEREAS, the residents of Greenbriar make many valuable contributions to businesses and civic organizations throughout Fairfax County and the Commonwealth; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the Senate, the House of Delegates concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend the Greenbriar Civic Association on the occasion of its 50th anniversary; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the Greenbriar Civic Association as an expression of the General Assembly's admiration for the Greenbriar community's unique contributions to life in Fairfax County.
