[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 53 (Tuesday, April 23, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E601]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           HONORING THE BEST OF RESTON AWARD WINNERS FOR 1996

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                          HON. THOMAS M. DAVIS

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 23, 1996

  Mr. DAVIS. Mr. Speaker, it gives me great pleasure to rise today to 
pay tribute to the individuals and businesses who are this years 
winners of the Best of Reston Awards. The Best of Reston Community 
Service Award was created to recognize companies, organizations and 
individuals who have made outstanding contributions to community 
service, and/or who have improved the lives of people in need in 
Reston, VA.
  Tom Bartelt for his 25 years of service to the Greater Reston 
community through his role as the television eyes and ears of the 
community. As community program manager for Warner Cable, Tom Bartelt 
was there at the beginning, first as a volunteer, and then as staff, 
covering events big and small. He also helps local charities, giving 
selflessly of his time and talents to encourage young people in the 
broadcasting field and keeping community television alive and directed 
in the right spirit.
  James Cleveland for his unique and direct impact on the quality of 
life in Reston and for serving as a role model for others in his 
approach to community service. As a driving force behind Mobile Land, 
Jim Cleveland has created the atmosphere for corporate pride and 
participation in support of civic causes as demonstrated in Reston's 
status as an internationally recognized example of excellence in 
community planning. He has also demonstrated a true sense of community 
and civic affairs, including Greater Reston Arts Center, YMCA of 
Metropolitan Washington, Washington Airports Task Force, Northern 
Virginia Transportation Alliance and the Greater Reston Chamber of 
Commerce. By both his positioning of Reston Land as a good corporate 
citizen and through his own leadership role in the community, Jim 
Cleveland has served the social, artistic, and business fabric of the 
Reston community.
  Judy Duncan for her selfless dedication and willingness to go above 
and beyond to serve the needs for those in crisis through her Duncan 
Answering Service and the Herndon-Reston F.I.S.H. (Friendly, Instant, 
Sympathetic Help). Judy Duncan has been a key part of F.I.S.H. for many 
years and has touched and assisted hundreds of people during those 
years. From her initial role as one needing help during a medical 
crisis to being a volunteer to becoming the person who initiated a way 
for others to receive help through an answering service, Judy Duncan is 
one of the quiet people who make things happen. When a void developed, 
Judy created the Duncan Answering Service to field the many calls 
F.I.S.H. receives from those in need. On average, 75 to 100 calls are 
received daily and are referred to appropriate agencies or individuals 
to assist. For her role in volunteering and creating this selfless 
service, we honor Judy Duncan.
  Lee A. Rau for years of consistent volunteer and community 
involvement. Motivated by a strong desire to give back, Lee has made a 
lifetime commitment to making Reston a better place. He is a longtime 
supporter of Reston Interfaith and the Greater Reston Arts Center and 
has served as President of the Board of both organizations. He 
supported early efforts to establish both Laurel Learning Center and 
the Embry Rucker Community Shelter. Early on, Lee recognized a need for 
more affordable housing and he has worked tirelessly for over 20 years 
to see that it would be built. Currently and concurrently, he is taking 
a lead to develop a permanent home for GRACE. Lee Rau is a dedicated 
member of the community and is honored for his work in many areas.

  Patriot National Bank is honored for its role as a good corporate 
citizen and for going beyond the purpose of a business to help, care 
and contribute to the quality of life of all citizens of the community, 
not just its customers. Patriot National Bank has demonstrated its 
commitment through many avenues: number one provider of SBA loans in 
Reston area; providing funding for the Market in the Woods; providing 
below market funding for homeowner's associations and South Lakes High 
School student bank; and encouraging service on community boards and 
committees by its officers and employees. The activities and outreach 
of Patriot National Bank, a ``homegrown bank,'' have made Reston a 
better place to live and work.
  Reston Hospital Center for its role as a corporate leader in 
community service and for its commitment to improve the health of our 
entire community by an extensive outreach program of health and 
wellness. Since its inception, Reston Hospital Center has demonstrated 
its concern for the welfare of others in the community through active 
participation in the United Way Campaign, American Heart Association, 
area religious organizations, Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce, 
Reston Interfaith, Meals on Wheels, Reston Triatholon, Red Cross blood 
drives. In 1995, Reston Hospital Center provided millions of dollars in 
taxes, charity and uncompensated care to the community. The hospital 
employs more than 800 area residents, have over 200 weekly volunteers 
and has a dedicated staff which contributes to local high school health 
care scholarship programs. More than 5,000 people benefited from 
screening and health programs sponsored by the hospital in 1995. As an 
integral part of the community, Reston Hospital Center provides 
unsurpassed care and reaches out to all citizens as an exemplary health 
care resource.
  Reston Town Center Associates for further developing Reston's sense 
of community by providing a vibrant place for people to come together 
and for their support of worthy causes. Reston Town Center Associates 
have always been willing to offer a gathering place and to support many 
groups who do volunteer and non-profit work. They have improved the 
quality of life of all members of the community, especially the elderly 
and children through free events such as Take-a-Break Concerts, the 
Holiday Parade, Meet Me at the Movies, and Mother's and Father's Day 
events. They have supported many worthy causes such as GRACE, Cystic 
Fibrosis, American Diabetes, Reston Interfaith, Children's Hospital and 
the Multiple Sclerosis Society. More than $309,385 has been raised for 
non-profit groups. In addition, another $17,900 has been donated to 
local non-profit groups by the Mobil Foundation and the Mercury 
Foundation. In 1995 more than 5 million people visited Reston Town 
Center.
  Mr. Speaker, I know my colleagues join me in honoring the ``Best of 
Reston'' Award winners for all of their hard work in making their 
community a better place to live.

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