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RECOGNIZING THE RECIPIENTS OF THE 2019 FAIRFAX COUNTY FEDERATION OF
CITIZENS ASSOCIATIONS CITIZEN OF THE YEAR AWARDS
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HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY
of virginia
in the house of representatives
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
Mr. CONNOLLY. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize the recipients of the Fairfax Federation of Citizens Associations 2019 Citizen of the Year Awards.
The Federation is a coalition of civic and homeowners associations who work together to promote and support initiatives that will benefit all, Each year, the Federation honors individuals for their extraordinary contributions to our community. It is my honor to include in the Record the following individuals:
Lisa Sales has been a tireless advocate in our community focusing on advancing civil rights, fighting against violence, and prohibiting discrimination. Her community activities recently have led to several key accomplishments, Lisa worked closely with county officials and other community volunteers to identify a property along Richmond Highway that could be used to establish a new domestic violence shelter, resulting the opening of Artemis House. Lisa was a critical player to ensure Virginia's Ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment. Lisa also serves on the Fairfax County Commission for Women.
Dorothy Keenan has worked with older adults for over 45 years and has spent her career planning and providing classes, programs and workshops.
Holly Seibold is an incredible example of how one citizen can identify a community need and organize to fill it.
Sharon Bulova was reelected as Chairman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on November 5, 2015. Sharon believes an informed and engaged community is a well-served constituency.
John Cook served on the Board of Supervisors, representing the Braddock District from 2009 to 2019, working to reform Fairfax's criminal justice system and reduce the use of force in the area's policing.
Kathy Hudgins served on the Board of Supervisors for twenty years, where she has championed affordable housing and advocated tirelessly for the Hunter Mill District.
Linda Smyth has dedicated over a decade of her life to fighting for Providence District as their Supervisor. She has been called the county's leading expert on zoning, and has never stopped working to ensure her community's needs are met.
Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in thanking these incredible individuals and in congratulating them on being honored by the Fairfax County Federation of Citizens' Associations. Civic engagement is the foundation of a healthy community, and Fairfax County residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life due in part to the efforts of these individuals. The contributions and leadership of these honorees have been a great benefit to our community and truly merit our highest praise.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 42(1), Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 42(2)
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