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RESOLUTION
2015 -06 -04
MOTION: Made by: Jessie L. Barksdale Seconded by: James H. Snead
Title: Naming the overpass (Rt 360 East & Rt 29 Bypass) as the "Irvin C. Burton Memorial
Bridge"
The Board of Supervisors of Pittsylvania County, Virginia ( "the Board ") at its adjourned meeting
on the 16th day of June, 2015, adopted the following:
WHERAS, Mr. Irvin C. Burton, Sr., educated in Pittsylvania County Public Schools, became an
ardent civic leader and advocate for public education for all children. He became a farmer,
landscaper, businessman, and spearheaded the creation of a County Community Action Agency
in Pittsylvania County; and
WHEREAS, in 1942, Mr. Burton became the driving force behind the Dan River - Blairs Civic
League for effectively addressing educational issues over the ensuing years. His leadership
greatly influenced the planning and construction of the first High School for African American
students in the southern part of Pittsylvania County; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Burton worked for peaceful understanding between the races with a continuing
focus in the areas of education and voting. In 1965, Mr. Burton's advocacy and assistance for
voter registration earned him the recognition of "Man of the Year" in Pittsylvania County by the
Dan River - Blairs Civic League. He also played a pivotal role during the integration of public
schools in Pittsylvania County, as well as advocating the hiring and appointment of qualified
African Americans to various positions throughout the County Government; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Burton passed away on December 9, 1998. He was officially recognized by
the Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors on December 15, 1998, by Resolution 98- 12 -73,
for exemplary service and unfailing dedication to the citizens of Pittsylvania County. As an
expression of the Commonwealth of Virginia General Assembly's respect for Mr. Burton's
memory, on June 6, 1999, Delegate Whit Clement presented his daughter with a House Joint
Resolution No. 531 for his years of outstanding dedication and effective community. Mr. Burton
helped to shape the community, state, and the nation during his era; and
WHEREAS, this Board wishes to memorialize the life and sacrifice of Mr. Burton; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors
does hereby request that the Commonwealth Transportation Board to name the overpass on Rt.
360 East and Highway 29 Bypass as the "Irvin C. Burton, Sr. Bridge" in memory of Mr. Burton
Given under my hand this 16th day of June, 2015.
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