Annual Award Banquet

The Annual Awards Banquet was held outdoors. Officers voted to have a more informal Annual Awards Banquet allowing families to join in the festivities. Children enjoyed bounce houses, face painting and outdoor games. Officers and individuals were honored for their hard work and dedication.

Medal of Valor: Officer Garrett Williams

The Medal of Valor is awarded to employees who unselfishly, and at great personal risk of life, perform an act of saving a life or otherwise performs an act of courage that places the employee in grave danger. In recognition for the actions taken on November 26, 2011, during the search for a dangerous individual. After hearing shots fired, Officer Williams courageously moved towards an unknown threat, placing himself in grave danger. He immediately encountered a fleeing, armed individual, and used force to defend himself and fellow officers. His unselfish actions prevented the escape and secured the apprehension of a dangerous felon who posed a substantial threat to his life and the lives of other officers.

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Heart Medal: Officer Caleb Wilson

The Purple Heart may be awarded to employees who sustain injuries requiring significant medical treatment, while in the course of their Police duties.

Awarded for the injuries sustained on November 26, 2021, where Officer Wilson was critically injured during the search for a dangerous individual. Despite the life-threatening nature of his injuries, he maintained composure and relayed information to dispatch as he prepared his own tourniquet. His actions are a testament to his unwavering will to live and resilient mindsight in the wake of a threat to his life.