Bill Text: VA SJR5085 | 2014 | 1st Special Session | Enrolled
Bill Title: Commending Nancy Sanger Pallesen.
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 2-0)
Status: (Passed) 2014-11-10 - Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ5085ER) [SJR5085 Detail]
Download: Virginia-2014-SJR5085-Enrolled.html
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WHEREAS, Nancy Sanger Pallesen, a dedicated philanthropist and community leader who has helped thousands of uninsured Arlington residents receive health care services, retires in 2014 as executive director of the Arlington Free Clinic; and WHEREAS, Nancy Pallesen earned a bachelor's degree from Mills College in California, then relocated to the Commonwealth; she later earned a master's degree from Catholic University in Washington, D.C.; and WHEREAS, in 1994, Nancy Pallesen became the first executive director of the Arlington Free Clinic; and WHEREAS, under Nancy Pallesen's able leadership, the Arlington Free Clinic has grown significantly over the years, ensuring that low-income individuals and families in the Arlington community receive compassionate, high-quality health care; and WHEREAS, Nancy Pallesen also ensured that the Arlington Free Clinic adhered to nationally accepted standards of medical care and built strong relationships with local hospitals, medical practice groups, and diagnostic facilities; and WHEREAS, through her passion and commitment to the well-being of Arlington community members, Nancy Pallesen has inspired hundreds of volunteers and earned countless generous donations from local businesses, organizations, and individuals; and WHEREAS, outside of the clinic, Nancy Pallesen has worked to enhance the quality of life of her fellow residents as a member of many other civic and service organizations; she has received numerous awards and accolades for her work, including a prestigious 2012 Washingtonian of the Year award; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED by the Senate, the House of Delegates concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend Nancy Sanger Pallesen on the occasion of her retirement as executive director of the Arlington Free Clinic; and, be it RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Nancy Sanger Pallesen as an expression of the General Assembly's admiration and gratitude for her many contributions to the Arlington community. |
