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RESOLUTION
2015 -07 -01
MOTION:Madeby: Jessie L. Barksdale Secondedby: James H. Snead
Title: Naming the overpass (State Route 360 East over US Highway 29 Bypass) as the "Irvin C. Burton,
Sr. Memorial Bridge ".
The Board of Supervisors of Pittsylvania County, Virginia ( "the Board ") at its regular meeting on the 6s'
day of July, 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 State Route 360
East that crosses US Highway 29 Bypass as the "Irvin C. Burton, Sr. Memorial Bridge" in memory of Mr.
Burton; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors agrees to pay for the
manufacturing and installation of the "Irvin C. Burton, Sr. Memorial Bridge" signs.
Given under my hand this 6" day of July, 2015
Brenda H. owman, Chair
PittsylvaoCounty j3oard 9( Supervisors
ClarMce'C. Monday, Clerk
Pittsylvania County Board <