dignity, and honor that we present to you on behalf of the city and county of san francisco the dolores huertaevement award for 2011. [applause] thank you. to say a few words for a moment, carlos vela. >> i am little nervous. i want to say on behalf of my family and by that we are extremely honored to be here tonight. my dad was born and raised in the city. he spent his entire life doing what he could to help and serve the community. at time's growing up, i did not know what we were doing. now that i am older, i realize he was held -- willing to help others before he was willing to help themselves. that is a great virtue to have. at times, it is frustrating. i want to thank you, the mayor, is an honor to be here accepting this award in my home town for my father. thank you. [applause] >> when i got hired, mauricio told me to come and meet with him and tell them what we were going to do for the mission. next i have the honor of presenting a lifetime achievement award to the family of eric casada, a great friend and community leader. unlike for the family and supervisor -- i would like for the f