CITY OF STAMFORD CITIZEN OF THE YEAR

Adele Gordon won the award for her consistent support of the Stamford Public schools and her work helping the Dental Center of Stamford. As President of the Board of Education and a constant in city politics Gordon worked tirelessly to make the schools better. She helped the Dental Center of Stamford, which seeks to provide oral health to the numerous uninsured or under insured residents of the community. She also helped establish the Connecticut Association for Children with Learning Disabilities, an organization dedicated to raising awareness for children through legislation.