Congressman Connolly Lauded by National Association of Counties

PHOTO: Fairfax County Supervisor Penny Gross and Congressman Gerry Connolly (D-11th) pause for a photo during a presentation of an award to Connolly from NACo.

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Congressman Gerry Connolly was recognized for his service as Chairman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors and his “steadfast commitment to our nation’s counties” at a ceremony this week on Capitol Hill, according to a news release from Connolly‘s office.

Connolly received the award at an event sponsored by the National Association of Counties, honoring members of Congress who previously held elected office at the county level.

The “NACo Alumni Award” was presented to Connolly by Mason District Supervisor Penny Gross, who also serves as president of the Virginia Association of Counties. Also in attendance was retiring Mount Vernon District Supervisor Gerry Hyland.