[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 15 (Monday, February 5, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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     HONORING THE AWARD WINNERS OF THE DALE CITY CIVIC ASSOCIATION

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                          HON. THOMAS M. DAVIS

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, February 1, 1996

  Mr. DAVIS. Mr. Speaker, it gives me great pleasure today to rise and 
bring to the attention of my colleagues some very special and important 
people in Dale City in the 11th Congressional District of Virginia. 
These are people who have put the good of their community, Dale City, 
VA, above their own needs and desires, not only performing their jobs, 
but going above and beyond the call of duty. These individuals have 
become role models to others in their professions and to other 
volunteers. They will be honored on Saturday, February 3, 1996, by the 
Dale City Civic Association, one of the largest, most active, and 
accomplished citizens associations in the Commonwealth of Virginia. I 
would like to offer my congratulations to the award recipients.
  The Dale City Civic Awards Association was created nearly 30 years 
ago and hosts an annual service awards banquet. In addition, the 
association awards a number of scholarships for college bound students 
from Dale City, monitors development, and serves as a sounding board 
for citizens and businesses.
  Citizen of the Year.--Jo Ann Mains. Ms. Mains serves on numerous 
community boards, helps raise money for the Dale City Volunteer Fire 
Department, ACTS, the Boys and Girls Clubs, and she also gives her 
valuable time by helping needy families.
  Young Citizen of the Year.--Shivon Kershaw. Ms. Kershaw serves in 
many church and civic associations in Prince William County. In 
addition to these activities she has won Martin Luther King oratory 
contests both at the middle school and high school levels for the past 
2 years. Despite her many extracurricular activities she still 
maintains a very high grade point average.
  Community Service Award.--Terrance Spellane. Mr. Spellane served on 
the county board of supervisors for 8 years and was a leader in sound 
fiscal policies, human services, and economic development.
  Nurse of the Year.--Deana Michell. Ms. Michell is a nurse at Potomac 
Hospital whose constant pursuit of perfection and relationship with 
patients has earned her the respect and admiration of her colleagues 
and patients at the hospital.
  Police Officer of the Year.--Officer Patricia Harmon. Officer Harmon 
has given not only her official time, but her private time helping the 
people of her community become educated in safety.
  Fire Fighter of the Year.--Howard Coleman. Mr. Coleman has been a 
member of the Dale City Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department since 
1991. Mr. Coleman has always displayed an eagerness to help his fellow 
citizens and their quality of life.
  Emergency Medical Services Award.--Anthony Hool. Mr. Hool has been a 
member of the Dale City Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department for the 
past 18 years. During this time Mr. Hool has been responsible for 
developing the E.M.S. system in Dale City. He is also one of the most 
respected E.M.S. providers in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
  Elementary School Teacher of the Year.--Carolyn Harrington. Ms. 
Harrington is a second grade teacher at Neabsco Elementary School in 
Dale City. Her dedication and love of her work is reflected in the 
children of the community.
  Middle School Teacher of the Year.--Vernice Turner. Ms. Turner is a 
seventh grade language arts teacher at Mills E. Godwin Middle School. 
She is one who gives generously of her time and demonstrates the 
highest level of professionalism and competence.
  High School Teacher of the Year.--Jim Sivells. Mr. Sivells is a 
social studies teacher at Cecil D. Hylton High School. His dedication 
to his work truly makes government come alive for his students and is 
reflected in their admiration for him.
  Mr. Speaker, I know my colleagues join with me in congratulating 
these outstanding citizens for their tireless efforts to make Dale 
City, VA a better place to live.

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