2026 SESSION
ENROLLED
HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 68
Commending Vanessa Grigsby.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, January 26, 2026
Agreed to by the Senate, January 29, 2026
WHEREAS, Vanessa Grigsby, an esteemed law-enforcement officer and deputy chief of the Leesburg Police Department, retired on January 2, 2026; and
WHEREAS, Vanessa Grigsby faithfully served the Town of Leesburg for nearly three decades, during which time she became the Leesburg Police Department's longest-serving member; and
WHEREAS, in addition to serving twice with distinction as interim chief of police, Vanessa Grigsby provided visionary leadership by advancing a number of impactful programs, including the department's junior police academy, a domestic violence response protocol, and a false alarm reduction initiative; and
WHEREAS, throughout her career, Vanessa Grigsby worked tirelessly to foster ties between the Leesburg Police Department and the community, championing engagement, mentorship, and meaningful partnerships with residents, businesses, and partner agencies; and
WHEREAS, Vanessa Grigsby was deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of law-enforcement professionals, providing many with the skills and expertise needed to succeed in their roles; and