Dr. Vernon Gray Turns 85
Dr. Vernon Gray, a trailblazing public servant, made significant strides in his career, including being the first African-American elected to the Howard County Council in 1982 and serving multiple terms as Council Chairman. His leadership extended to roles such as President of the Maryland Association of Counties and head of the National Association of Counties. Appointed by Governor Parris Glendening to the Judicial Nominating Commission in 1994, Dr. Gray also contributed as the Administrator for the Howard County Office of Human Rights and founded initiatives like the Healthy Families Initiative and the First Tee of Howard County.