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In Memory of Ronald F. Kirby (Historical Marker)

GPS Coordinates: 38.7939830, -77.0492138
Closest Address: 1001 South Washington Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

In Memory of Ronald F. Kirby (Historical Marker)

Here follows the inscription written on this roadside historical marker:

In Memory of Ronald F. Kirby
Born: 1944 Adelaide, Australia
Died: 2013 Alexandria, Virginia
— City of Alexandria, Virginia —

A consummate public servant, role model, and leader whose tireless work for the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, including planning for the new multimodal Woodrow Wilson Bridge and the promotion of walkable, bikeable communities, is exemplified in this public space. This memorial is placed in gratitude by the citizens of the City of Alexandria and all who loved him.

Erected by City of Alexandria, Virginia.

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c/o Franconia Museum

6121 Franconia Road

Alexandria, VA 22310

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