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This resolution commends Moneta Farm and Home Center, a long-standing family business in Bedford County, Virginia, for its 52 years of service to the community. The resolution traces the business's history from its origins in 1923 as a poultry farm established by Samuel and Lila May Woodford, through its evolution under their son Calvin, who transformed the business from a poultry operation to a farm service store in 1973. The Woodford family continued to expand the business, adding departments for power equipment, hardware, lawn and garden supplies, construction materials, and marine equipment. As the community around Smith Mountain Lake grew, the business changed its name to Moneta Farm and Home Center and became affiliated with Ace Hardware. In 2022, the Woodford family sold the store to Bolster Hardware, LLC, which has maintained the business's reputation for excellence. The resolution officially recognizes the business's significant contributions to the local community and directs the House of Delegates' Clerk to prepare a copy of the resolution to be presented to the business as an expression of admiration for its longevity and commitment to customer service.

https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20251/HR707