[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 83 (Thursday, June 4, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1319]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   RECOGNIZING THE HONOREES OF THE 62ND ANNUAL ANNANDALE CHAMBER OF 
                        COMMERCE AWARDS BANQUET

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                        HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 4, 2009

  Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
the Honorees of the 62nd Annual Annandale Chamber of Commerce Awards 
Banquet.
  The Annandale Chamber of Commerce is a thriving volunteer 
organization with over 200 active members. The members represent 
businesses, industries and professionals who work together to maintain 
a favorable business climate while improving the quality of life for 
all residents.
  Each year, the Annandale Chamber of Commerce honors a select few who 
have distinguished themselves as exemplars of the community. It is my 
honor to recognize these fine individuals and the contributions that 
they have made to the community. This year, the Annandale Chamber of 
Commerce has expanded the categories with the addition of an Award of 
Valor which honors the services of two Public Safety professionals. The 
following are the Honorees of the 62nd Annual Annandale Chamber of 
Commerce Awards Banquet.
  Award Recipients in the Student Category are:
  William Law, Northern Virginia Community College
  Luis Inarra, Annandale High School
  Michell Addington, Falls Church High School
  The recipient of the 2009 Citizen of the Year Award is Shel Youtz. 
Shel has been a cornerstone of the Annandale community. In addition to 
his reliable presence each year at the Fall Festival, Shel chairs or 
sponsors events and fundraisers in support of the Student Education 
Foundation and in support of our military veterans.
  The Award of Valor for a member of the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue 
Department has been awarded to Lt. Jeff Allen. Lt. Allen is a 22 year 
veteran of the Fire and Rescue Department and a member of the Hazardous 
Materials Emergency Response Team. Throughout his tenure, Lt. Allen has 
consistently gone above and beyond the call of duty, providing 
leadership and courage during emergencies and other hazardous 
incidents.
  The Award of Valor for a member of the Fairfax County Police 
Department has been awarded to PFC Kathleen O'Leary. Although PFC 
O'Leary has been with the force for only 3 years, she has already 
distinguished herself as an exceptional public servant, placing the 
needs of the community ahead of her own personal safety.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in recognizing the 
Honorees of the 2009 Annandale Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet and 
to thank them for their service. Each honoree is a role model for his 
or her peers and an invaluable member of the community as a whole.

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