Norton Files Resolution Honoring Lunchtime Music on the Mall Program

Norton Files Resolution Honoring Lunchtime Music on the Mall Program

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) today released the text of the resolution she filed in the House, honoring Lunchtime Music on the Mall, sponsored by the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority and the National Park Service, in conjunction with Norton. Her resolution acknowledges the work of NPS in bringing weekday activities to the mall, a provision of the Norton's "National Mall Revitalization and Designation Act" (H.R. 1972), which the NPS implemented administratively. The resolution also recognized the Mall as a national treasure, and a natural showcase for D.C. and regional musical acts. Lunchtime Music on the Mall benefits federal and other office workers, as well as the 20 million visitors who come to Washington each year.

Nicholas Wilson, a violinist, will perform classical music Tuesday, August 7, 2012, from noon to 1:30 p.m. on the National Mall, near the Smithsonian Metro station. The sponsors of Lunchtime Music on the Mall plan to bring music acts to the Mall every Tuesday and Thursday during the good weather months.

The text of Norton's resolution follows:

Expressing support for Lunchtime Music on the Mall in the Nation's capital and honoring

the public service of the performers and sponsors.

RESOLUTION

Whereas Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton has introduced the "National Mall Revitalization and Designation Act" (H.R. 1972);

Whereas the National Park Service said it could implement parts of H.R. 1972 administratively;

Whereas Robert Vogel, the National Park Service Superintendant for the National Mall, has engaged in activities to enliven the Mall, and enrich the experience for those who visit;

Whereas many federal and other office workers have offices in the vicinity of the National Mall

Whereas the Mall is a national treasure, supported by United States taxpayer dollars, that provides a unique park space offering a lunchtime break from the rush of business in Washington;

Whereas the District of Columbia and the National Capital Region are home to many amateur and professional musicians;

Whereas many of these musicians are continually looking for venues to display their talent for the enjoyment of others;

Whereas the Mall provides a natural stage for the display of such talent;

Whereas the National Park Service has made available a central location near the Smithsonian Metro Station, an area frequented by visitors and commuters alike;

Whereas the National Park Service and the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority are sponsoring Lunchtime Music on the Mall every Tuesday and Thursday from noon to 1:30 p.m., during the good weather months;

Whereas Lunchtime Music on the Mall benefits office workers and many of the 200 million annual visitors to Washington;

Whereas Michael McBride, Manager of MetroARTS, provides outstanding service as producer of Lunchtime Music on the Mall;

Whereas 2012 is the first season for Lunchtime Music on the Mall: Now, therefore, be it

Resolved, That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that –

1. 1.Congress recognizes Lunchtime Music on the Mall as an enhancement to urban life in the nation's capital and to appreciation of the National Mall;
2. 2.Congress salutes the performers participating in Lunchtime Music on the Mall; and
3. 3.The National Park Service and Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority are to be commended for their public service in providing live music performances at no charge to the public.

Published: August 8, 2012