[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 103 (Tuesday, July 13, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1297]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             RECOGNIZING THE 2010 BEST OF BRADDOCK AWARDEES

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                        HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 13, 2010

  Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam Speaker, it is my great honor to 
recognize the recipients of the 2010 Best of Braddock Awards. The 
awards are given annually to deserving individuals, organizations and 
companies in the Braddock Magisterial District of Fairfax County, Va., 
who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to the community.
  Residents of the 11th Congressional District enjoy an exceptional 
quality of life. Fairfax County schools are ranked as some of the best 
in the country, our communities are safe, and our employment rate is 
second highest in the nation. However, much of what defines a community 
cannot be found in statistics; it lies in the commitment and 
contributions of all who strive for the betterment of the community as 
a whole.
  Recipients of the 2010 Best of Braddock Awards:

       Citizen of the Year--Duane Murphy.
       Club or Organization Making a Difference--Burke/West 
     Springfield Senior Center Without Walls.
       Most Can-Do Public Employees (Local)--Neighborhood College 
     Team for the 2010 Sessions.
       Most Can-Do Public Employees (Federal)--Mike McMahon, 
     National Park Service.
       Young Person of the Year--Kelsey Rose, West Springfield 
     High School; Melissa Sbrocco, Robinson Secondary School.
       Special Achievement Award--Tommy Salvi, Canterbury Woods 
     Elementary School.
       Outstanding Business Persons--Jules and Nicky Verster, 
     previous owners Great Harvest Bread.
       Neighborhood Enhancement or Beautification, Homeowner--
     Fernando Restropo, Wakefield Chapel Road.
       Neighborhood Enhancement or Beautification, Civic 
     Association--Mike Walsh, Woodwalk HOA Landscaping Committee 
     Chair.

  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating these 
outstanding residents and companies and also in thanking them for their 
service to our community. Their efforts and leadership have been a 
great benefit to our community and truly merit our highest praise.

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