[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 172 (Friday, October 2, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E917-E918]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING BEVERLY MYERS FOR DECADES OF SERVICE TO FAIRFAX CITY AND 
                    THE NORTHERN VIRGINIA COMMUNITY

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                        HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 2, 2020

  Mr. CONNOLLY. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize Beverly Myers and to 
congratulate

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her on her retirement following decades of service to Fairfax City and 
our Northern Virginia community.
  As Chairman of the Fairfax City Independence Day Celebration 
Committee, Beverly has donated her time, skills, and talent with 
faithful displays of leadership and commitment. Fairfax City's 
Independence Day Celebration continues to be one of the biggest and 
best celebrations of our nation's birthday in the Commonwealth of 
Virginia. Its signature event, the Independence Day Parade, attracts 
participants and spectators from throughout the region and is an event 
that I have had the privilege of participating in for years. Every year 
the parade has continued to grow and flourish, and due to Beverly's 
efforts, all who attend are guaranteed to have a wonderful time.
  Beverly has also dedicated her time serving as Chairman of the 
Chocolate Lovers Festival Committee. Her leaderships with this 
festival, another event that I have enjoyed attending over the years, 
has helped increase the festival's popularity and attendance. Because 
of Beverly's tireless work behind these events, the City of Fairfax 
benefited tremendously in reputation, city visits, and economic gain.
  Through Beverly's work, she has brought together the community and 
enhanced volunteerism. Because of her selfless dedication, she has 
received several community honors and awards recognizing her efforts. 
These honors include the PRAB Exemplary Service Award (2020), Volunteer 
of the Year Award (2017), Mayor's Award for Outstanding Community 
Service and Dedication to Volunteerism (2012) and VFW Post No. 8469 
Americanism Award Citation (2010) to name a few of her accolades.
  I often say that the health and happiness of a community can be 
measured in part by the spirit of community and volunteerism that 
exists. Beverly embodies this spirit of service and we have all 
benefited from her service.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Beverly 
Myers and in thanking her for her years of selfless service to our 
community. As Beverly retires and returns home to Missouri, we wish her 
continued health, happiness, and success.

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