Montgomery County Department of Transportation Congratulates Employee Henry Bata, Recognized as Soldier of the Year

For Immediate Release: Friday, March 22, 2024

Photo: Henry Bata with Major General Janeen Birckhead at the National Guard Gala

The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), congratulates employee, Henry Bata. Bata is a member of the Maryland Defense Force and was recognized as Soldier of the Year and received a Challenge Coin for excellence in leadership.

He currently works for MCDOT's Parking Division and was a former bus operator for Ride On.

"I am who I am today because of my past supervisors and mentors at Ride On," said Bata. "I am so grateful. I know the County well from driving for Ride On and I'm committed to taking care of the people of Montgomery County".

Bata has worked at MCDOT for nine years and joined the Maryland Defense Force last year. He will be officially recognized in a ceremony next month.

“Mr. Bata’s accomplishments really speak to the hardworking and dynamic workforce we employ,” said MCDOT Director Chris Conklin. “This honor is well deserved. We are grateful for Mr. Bata’s service to Maryland and the residents of Montgomery County.”

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Release ID: 24-039
Media Contact: Emily DeTitta, 240-372-2282