House Resolution 587 is a commemorative resolution honoring McKay Used Books, a women-owned used bookstore in Manassas, Virginia, on the occasion of its 40th anniversary. The resolution recounts the store’s history, including its founding in 1983 by Frances Anderson, later ownership by Carolanne Petrusiak and Danielle Parady, and its growth from an initial Centreville location to a 20,000-square-foot Manassas store.
The resolution highlights the business’s role as more than a bookstore, noting that it also sells music, board games, video games, toys, puzzles, and other items, and that it hosts community-oriented events such as author meet-and-greets and children’s story time. It also emphasizes the store’s charitable and educational support, including donations to FRESH Reads and store-credit gifts to public school teachers across several Northern Virginia localities.
Impact
This resolution does not change state law, create new regulatory requirements, or appropriate funds. Its effect is purely ceremonial: it formally recognizes McKay Used Books for its longevity, community involvement, and contribution to the cultural life of Prince William County and surrounding areas. The only operative action is directing the Clerk of the House of Delegates to present a copy of the resolution to the business.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the resolution is uniformly positive and appreciative. The House of Delegates agreed to the resolution, and the text itself is celebratory, praising the bookstore’s legacy, community service, and role as a gathering place for readers and families. There is no recorded opposition, committee debate, or divided vote in the provided materials.
Contention
There are no notable points of contention in the available record. Because this is a nonbinding commendation resolution, it does not appear to have raised policy disputes, fiscal concerns, or legal objections. The measure is focused entirely on recognition of a local business and its community contributions, rather than on any contested legislative issue.