[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 41 (Thursday, March 17, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E528]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    IN RECOGNITION OF THE PRINCE WILLIAM MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION'S 
                     COMMUNITY APPRECIATION AWARDS

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                        HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 17, 2011

  Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
recipients of the Prince William Ministerial Association's Community 
Appreciation Awards.
  The Prince William Ministerial Association brings together church 
communities across ethnic, social and sectarian boundaries to celebrate 
their common faith and promote fellowship and action in the Prince 
William community. In keeping with that mission, the Association is 
awarding the First Annual Community Appreciation Awards to individuals 
who have made significant contributions to the areas of education, 
public safety and community activism in Prince William County.
  It is my honor to enter into the Congressional Record the names and 
accomplishments of the recipients of the Prince William Ministerial 
Association's Community Appreciation Awards.
  Police Officer of the Year: Master Police Officer John Lavely (Ret.) 
served 24 years in the Prince William County Police Department, 
including 13 years as a School Resource Officer.
  Edward Kelly Teacher of the Year: Paulette Jones has taught at Gar-
Field High School for 20 years and has dedicated her time to creating 
and sustaining a program that helps students perform community-based 
service projects and engage in self esteem-building activities.
  Sheriff's Deputy of the Year: Deputy Thomas C. ``T.C.'' Williams is 
being recognized for his service to the citizens of Prince William 
County and his ability to set a positive example for the community's 
troubled youth.
  Firefighter of the Year: Deputy David Wood has served as a volunteer 
firefighter in Prince William County since April 26, 1976, and is an 
active member of the Coles District Volunteer Fire Department in his 
current capacity as Deputy Fire Chief.
  Community Volunteer of the Year: Ernestine S. Jenkins is a dedicated 
community activist. She serves as the 1st Vice President of the Dale 
City Civic Association, Chairman of the Dale City 4th of July Parade 
Committee, Education Co-Chairman of the Bel Air Woman's Club; life 
member and Past President of VFW Post 1503 Ladies Auxiliary; charter 
member of Disabled American Veterans Chapter 48; Sun Shine Chairman of 
the Dale City Volunteer Fire Department; life member of American Legion 
Post 364 Ladies Auxiliary; Vice Chairman for Project Mend-A-House; and 
a member of the Finance Committee for Bethel United Methodist Church.
  Vernon Williams, Jr. Young Person of the Year: Steven Blakely is a 
senior at Osbourn Park High School and captain of his school's swim 
team. Mr. Blakely created the ``Foster Care Children's Gift Fund'' to 
help the Department of Social Services purchase Christmas presents for 
foster children. During the past four years, the program has raised 
$55,000 to help children in our community.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in commending the 
recipients of the Prince William Ministerial Association's Community 
Appreciation Awards. I extend my personal appreciation to the 
recipients for their contributions to effect positive change in our 
community.

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