[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 118 (Friday, August 3, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1411]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        TO RECOGNIZE THE 2012 BEST OF BRADDOCK AWARD RECIPIENTS

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                        HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, August 2, 2012

  Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to recognize 
the recipients of the 2012 Best of Braddock Awards. The awards are 
given annually to deserving individuals, organizations and companies in 
the Braddock Magisterial District of Fairfax County, Virginia, 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 
one of the 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. It is my pleasure to recognize the following individuals for 
their service to our community, and to congratulate each of them on 
being named a Best of Braddock honoree:
  Citizen of the Year: Kathy Augustine, Braddock District and Fairfax 
County Communities.
  Young Person of the Year: Dawson Taylor, Frost Middle School.
  Most Outstanding Business Person: Patrick Gloyd, Burke Centre 
Conservancy.
  Most Can-Do State Public Employee: Katherine Stramel, Northern 
Virginia Community College.
  Most Can-Do Local Public Employee: Gaela Hime, Laurel Ridge 
Elementary School Crossing Guard.
  Club or Organization Making a Difference: Shepherd's Center of 
Fairfax-Burke.
  Neighborhood Enhancement or Beautification, Community Association: 
The Burke Centre Conservancy.
  Special Recognition Award: Marian Hardy (Annandale Christian 
Community for Action).
  Mr. 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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