GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF NORTH CAROLINA
1997 SESSION
RATIFIED BILL

RESOLUTION 26
HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION 1240

A JOINT RESOLUTION HONORING THE LIFE AND MEMORY OF DAVID E. REYNOLDS, FORMER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE NORTH CAROLINA LEAGUE OF MUNICIPALITIES.

Whereas, David E. Reynolds received a bachelors degree in geology from Campbell University in 1970 and a masters degree in geology from the University of South Carolina in 1972 and developed an expertise in water resource management issues; and
Whereas, David E. Reynolds began his career at the North Carolina League of Municipalities in 1980 as Director of Intergovernmental Programs after service with the state of South Carolina and the Triangle J Council of Government; and
Whereas, from April 1980 to October 1986, David E. Reynolds provided assistance to municipalities concerning State and federal programs and regulations, represented municipal interests before State and federal departments and agencies, and developed League policies and programs; and
Whereas, in October of 1986, David E. Reynolds became the Executive Director of the North Carolina League of Municipalities and was responsible for the overall management of the activities of the League, a nonpartisan federation of cities, towns, and villages; and
Whereas, during David E. Reynolds' tenure at the League, its membership increased from 472 to 510, and it greatly expanded its services to its member municipalities; and
Whereas, David E. Reynolds served as an effective and respected advocate for North Carolina's cities, towns, and villages for 16 years; and
Whereas, municipal officials and all with whom he worked respected and admired David E. Reynolds for his diligence, his integrity, his friendly manner and genuine concern for others, and his high level of commitment to excellence in local government, and a continued strong State-local government partnership; and
Whereas, Don Borut, Executive Director of the National League of Cities, recognized David E. Reynolds as "an enormously gifted person whose outlook, efforts, and achievements represent all the very best in public service"; and
Whereas, David E. Reynolds was gentle by nature, but persistent when necessary; and
Whereas, David E. Reynolds conducted himself at all times with dignity, grace, optimism, and integrity; and
Whereas, David E. Reynolds died on September 24, 1996; and
Whereas, David E. Reynolds was a loving and devoted husband and proud father and is survived by his wife, Emily Warren Reynolds, and a son, David Jason Reynolds, to whom he was a wonderful role model and friend; and
Whereas, David E. Reynolds will long be remembered for his excellent leadership skills, vision, compassion, and unwavering dedication to our municipalities and the League, which he used to help make North Carolina a better place to live;

Now, therefore, be it resolved by the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring:

Section 1.  The General Assembly expresses its appreciation for the life and accomplishments of David E. Reynolds for the devoted and tireless service he rendered on behalf of North Carolina's cities, towns, and villages.
Section 2.  The General Assembly extends its deepest sympathy to the family and friends of David E. Reynolds for the loss of a beloved husband, father, and friend.
Section 3.  The Secretary of State shall transmit a certified copy of this resolution to the family of David E. Reynolds.
Section 4.  This resolution is effective upon ratification.
In the General Assembly read three times and ratified this the 29th day of July, 1997.

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	Dennis A. Wicker
	President of the Senate

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	Harold J. Brubaker
	Speaker of the House of Representatives