The Middleburg Town Council meeting held on October 30, 2024, commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by a roll call of council members, including Peter Lennon Morgan, Bud Jacobs, Bridge Littleton, Chris Bernard, Cindy Pearson, John Kevin Daly, Pam Curran, and Rhonda Northtown. Town Manager Danny Davis then opened the floor for public comments.
During the public comment segment, Garrett Nickison, commander of the Middleburg American Legion, expressed gratitude to the council and the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors for approving Option A of the Mickey Gordon Park proposal. He acknowledged the efforts of Chair Randall and Supervisor Ciccone in advocating for the proposal, which he noted was crucial for the community. Nickison highlighted the return of the baseball field as a significant outcome of the decision.
He also discussed the recent initiative to honor veterans through banners, thanking Town Manager Will Moore, Frank, and Megan Gallagher for their contributions to the project. Nickison invited the community to participate in a remembrance ceremony scheduled for Saturday, November 9, at 11 AM in front of the United Methodist Church, which will include a veterans' breakfast. He further announced a second remembrance ceremony on Veterans Day, November 11, at 11 AM at the Middleburg American Legion, where refreshments will be provided.
The meeting continued with additional public comments, with Joanne Burnett also wishing to address the council. The session underscored the town's commitment to honoring its veterans and engaging the community in local initiatives. Further discussions and decisions from the meeting will be documented in future updates.