Lynnhaven, Virginia

Lynnhaven is one of the seven original boroughs created when the city of Virginia Beach, Virginia was formed in 1963.[1] It is located in the North Central portion of the city.

Lynnhaven
Borough
Lynnhaven
Location within the Commonwealth of Virginia
Lynnhaven
Lynnhaven (the United States)
Coordinates: 36°48′47.7″N 76°4′5.7″W
CountryUnited States
StateVirginia
Independent cityVirginia Beach
Time zoneUTC−5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC−4 (EDT)

This area was originally located at the mouth of the Lynnhaven Bay inlet. The name has changed over time. First known as Henry Towne, later Lynn Haven, Pleasure House Point, Bayville, and Chesapeake Beach.

Modern community

The now, Borough of Lynnhaven is home to Lynnhaven Mall and its related shopping and dining options. Major employers within the area include Stihl and Naval Air Station Oceana and once included Lillian Vernon and the corporate headquarters of Home Quarters Warehouse, and Lynnhaven Marine the largest Watercraft Dealer in Virginia.

City government

The Borough of Lynnhaven is currently represented by James L. Wood on the Council for the City of Virginia Beach.[2]

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References
  1. "Virginia Beach: City Guide, weather and facts galore from". Answers.com. Retrieved 2011-10-27.
  2. "City Council Members :: VBgov.com - City of Virginia Beach". VBgov.com. Retrieved 2011-10-27.


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