Community leaders in Prince William were recognized for their contributions at an awards banquet hosted by the Dale City Civic Association.
The Dale City Civic Association, which is a community organization based in Dale City that assists individuals in need, has hosted the banquet for more than 20 years.
While many of the award winners were from Dale City, several other community leaders and advocates were recognized.
“Each year this organization recognizes…individuals who have made a significant contribution to Prince William County, and especially those who reside in Dale City,” stated a release.
Here are the recipients of this year’s awards:
There were 19 individuals honored during this 2016 awards program.
La Brenda Haynes, Business of the Year
Mary R. Lively, Kathleen Seefeldt Community Service Award
Rebecca Hawkins, Youth Environmental Conservation Award
Officer William H. Bowler III, Police Officer of the Year
Deputy Thomas C. Williams, Deputy Sheriff of the Year
Angela Cronan, Kathie Feeney Nurse of the Year Award
Tristin Toro, DCVFD Cadet of the Year
Technician I Andrew Hale, Department of Fire and Rescue Firefighter of the Year Award
Technician II Mike Militello, Career EMT Provider of the Year
Robert “Alex” Willis, DCVFD Firefighter of the Year
Lauren Clowser, EMS Provider of the Year
Robert Best, DCFVD Officer of the Year
Ashley Hoyle of Minnieville Elementary School, Elementary School Teacher of the Year
Donna Morgan of Beville Middle School, Middle School Teacher of the Year
Karen Shaver of Gar-Field Senior High School, High School Teacher of the Year
Sara Howell of Hylton High School, John D. Jenkins Youth Citizen of the Year
Lucille Cahill, Catherine Spellane Citizen of the Year
Mary Allen, Ernestine S. Jenkins Lifetime Volunteer Achievement Award
Michael Bizik, Dale City Civic Association Outstanding Service Award