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HomeMy Public PortalAboutTOL PR 2011-12-06 holiday displays (revised) Town of Leesburg News Release For Immediate Release (REVISED) Town of Leesburg Has No Jurisdiction Over Holiday Displays on Loudoun County Courthouse Lawn Leesburg, VA (December 6, 2011) – There has been some confusion in the community with regard to the holiday displays on the Loudoun County Courthouse lawn in downtown Leesburg. While the Loudoun County Courthouse is located in Leesburg, its grounds are under the authority of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, not the Leesburg Town Council. The Town of Leesburg has no jurisdiction or authority over the holiday displays on the Courthouse lawn. While the Council fully supports freedom of speech and expression, they regret that the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors’ efforts to provide equal access have resulted in displays that are disrespectful of certain religious beliefs and have made a mockery of a holiday season that seeks to promote peace, understanding and good will. Mayor Kristen Umstattd and Vice Mayor Kevin Wright have issued a joint statement condemning the display of a crucified Santa on the Courthouse lawn. Persons wishing to make comments, express concerns or ask questions about the holiday displays on the Loudoun County Courthouse lawn are encouraged to contact the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors at BOS@loudoun.gov. All media inquiries should be directed to the Loudoun County Administration/Public Affairs and Communications Division at 703-777- 0113. Contact: Betsy Fields Research & Communications Manager bfields@leesburgva.gov 703-771-2734 # # #