For Immediate Release: June 8, 2023 

The City of Alexandria is pleased to announce the winners of the annual recognition awards presented by the Alexandria Commission on Persons with Disabilities (ACPD) in collaboration with the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce. These awards will be presented during an upcoming reception scheduled for Tuesday, June 13. In addition to the awards ceremony, the event will also include an engaging panel discussion on the value proposition of disability inclusion.  

The following individuals will be recognized by the ACPD: 

• Katherine Radt, a student at Alexandria City High School, will receive the Gerry Bertier Scholarship, which is awarded to an Alexandria resident or student with a disability who is seeking post-secondary education. 

• Mac Slover, Board Chair and Volunteer Program Coordinator for the Miracle League of Alexandria, will receive the John Duty Collins III Outstanding Advocate for Persons with Disabilities Award, which recognizes an individual who advocates for and contributes to the promotion of equal opportunity for people with disabilities in Alexandria. 

The following organization will be recognized with a Commitment to Disability Award by the ACPD and the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce: 

• Cherry Blossom PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) will be recognized for its commitment to providing services and support for persons with disabilities, and for making special efforts to raise positive awareness of and advocate for the needs of persons with disabilities. 

The reception and panel discussion will be held on Tuesday, June 13, at 5 p.m., at the American Physical Therapy Association (3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100). The event is free and open to the public.   

To register for the event, visit the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce event registration page. Registration is encouraged, but not required.   

For more information about the program, or the ACPD and its activities, visit alexandriava.gov/ACPD. 

For inquiries from the news media only, contact the Office of Communications & Public Information at newsroom@alexandriava.gov or 703.746.3969. 

For reasonable disability accommodation, contact namoode.khan@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.3140, Virginia Relay 711. 

If you prefer communication in another language, free interpretation and translation services are available to you, please call 703.746.3961 or email genevieve.babecki@alexandriava.gov.  

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This news release is available at alexandriava.gov/go/4675.

About the City of Alexandria 

Founded in 1749, the City of Alexandria is a full-service, independent, city in Virginia with a AAA/aaa credit rating and a national reputation for progressive and responsible government. With a fast-paced business environment and walkable neighborhoods, Alexandria is a world-class destination where businesses and nonprofits choose to call home. Alexandria’s ample office space and urban amenities offer room to grow – a value unmatched in the region. Located minutes from the nation’s capital, Alexandria’s old-world charm and cutting-edge innovation are the perfect mix for attracting a diverse community, talented workforce, and enthusiastic visitors.