2025 SESSION
ENROLLED
HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 753
Commending Ken Luersen.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, February 18, 2025
Agreed to by the Senate, February 20, 2025
WHEREAS, Ken Luersen, an esteemed public servant, retired from his position as mayor of the Town of Haymarket in 2024; and
WHEREAS, a resident of Haymarket since 2001, Ken Luersen served on the Town of Haymarket's Architectural Review Board for more than 10 years, including as chair, where he helped ensure the preservation of the town's historic buildings and places; and
WHEREAS, Ken Luersen was elected mayor of the Town of Haymarket in November 2020, and served the locality as its chief elected official until November 2024; and
WHEREAS, in his capacity as mayor, Ken Luersen worked tirelessly to promote the success and prosperity of Haymarket, enhancing the quality of life for the town's residents and visitors; and
WHEREAS, Ken Luersen holds a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and a master's degree in information technology (IT) from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and has more than 35 years of experience as a contractor in the IT industry; and
WHEREAS, for the past two decades, Ken Luersen has worked as a project manager for AT&T Government Solutions, leading IT development and support teams on a number of contracts with the federal government; and
WHEREAS, in his retirement from his position as mayor, Ken Luersen looks forward to more quality time with his wife of 25 years, Suzi, and their sons, Donovan and Brandon; and
WHEREAS, through his steadfast dedication and commitment to the well-being of Haymarket and its residents, Ken Luersen has exemplified the ideals of public service and is deserving of the praise and admiration of all Virginians; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend Ken Luersen on the occasion of his retirement as mayor of the Town of Haymarket; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Ken Luersen as an expression of the General Assembly's high regard for his legacy of service and best wishes for his future endeavors.