16 - Public Service & Heroism AwardItem No. 16
TO: Mayor, Mayor Pro -Tem & City Council
Grayson Path, City Manager
FROM: Richard Salter, Chief of Police
Thomas McMonigle, Fire Chief
SUBJECT: PUBLIC SERVICE AND HEROISM AWARD
DATE: April 22, 2024
BACKGROUND:
The Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) is the largest male lineage organization in the United
States and consists of 50 state -level societies with more than 500 local chapters. The SAR is a non-
profit non-partisan organization dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American History
and teaching American History to future generations. Their activities include honoring members
of local Police, Fire and EMS departments for outstanding service.
STATUS OF ISSUE:
The Public Service and Heroism Committee (PS&H) of the Red River Chapter of the Sons of the
American Revolution (SAR) wishes to recognize and honor thirteen Law Enforcement, Fire Safety
and Emergency Medical Services employees for their contributions to our community, and for
Heroic Acts performed over the past year. Furthermore, these award recipients are recognized in
a book published and distributed electronically during the SAR National Congress in July.
The Award Categories Include:
• Fire Safety Commendation Award in recognition of accomplishments and/or outstanding
contributions to protect human life and property by preventing injuries or casualties due to
fires,
• Emergency Medical Services Award in dedication to the preservation of life and health under
emergency conditions and/or performing beyond the duties normally called for within the
Emergency Medical Services profession,
• Law Enforcement Commendation Award in recognition of outstanding achievement and
dedication to the maintenance of law and order,
• Life Saving Award in recognition of saving a human life under emergency conditions,
• Heroism Award in recognition of outstanding bravery and self-sacrifice in the face of imminent
danger, thus exemplifying the high ideals and principles which motivated and sustained our
patriot ancestors, and the
• Bronze Good Citizenship Award in recognition of notable services on behalf of our American
principles.
BUDGET:
Not Applicable — Presentation only.
RECOMMENDATION:
Not Applicable — Presentation only.