For more than two decades, Stafford Recreation Director Jason Hazelton had a front-row seat to the many facets of Jennifer McBrien.

He’s seen the commitment, that resilient, never-say-quit attitude that allowed her to get tasks done even when they weren’t part of the job description. He’s seen the warmth, that gentle demeanor that welcomes everybody and makes them feel like they belong. He’s seen the fire, that never-ending passion to do what’s right and never accept mediocrity.

But there’s something much bigger within McBrien, he said.