The Dugway Police Department held its annual gala on May 27 honoring its best officers with awards for their service.
Three Dugway Police officers and a dispatcher were honored for their contributions to the department at the gala, which was held at the Buca di Beppo restaurant in Fort Union. Dugway Director of Emergency Services Phillip Fishbeck served as the keynote speaker and applauded the department employees’ commitment to serve and protect the community.
Fishbeck also lauded the department’s cooperation with other law enforcement agencies in the area and its work to make Dugway a safer place to live.
Officer Josh Greenhalgh received the top award as Officer of the Year due to the numerous times he went above and beyond in his assignments within the department, Fishbeck said.
“Officer Greenhalgh sets a great example for other officers with his work ethic and quiet leadership,” he said. “He rarely asks for supervisors’ help and is there to help others when needed.”
Fishbeck had similarly high praise for Lt. Jeremiah Johnson, who was the recipient of the Security Officer of the Year award, for his communication with the officers he supervises.
“He has a positive attitude toward his work, which motivates his officers to follow his lead,” Fishbeck said. “He has earned the respect of the officers, other supervisors and civilians throughout the police department.”
For her contributions, Jessica Hansen was named the Dispatcher of the Year. Fishbeck said she was one of the most effective dispatchers and has become a great resource for officers and fellow employees alike.
“She is very helpful, highly efficient and contributes her talents in a true professional manner,” Fishbeck said. “Mrs. Hansen always has a great attitude and (is) easy to get along with.”
The final award of the night, the Chief’s Award, was given to Officer Christopher Knight by Fishbeck.
“Officer Knight has the reputation of being hardworking, dedicated and willing to go above and beyond to help whenever and wherever needed,” he said. “He always volunteers for collateral assignments and is motivated every day.”
Each award recipient received a plaque and a garrison coin from Dugway Garrison Manager Don Smith. While presenting the coins, Smith said he was proud of the police department and expressed the gratitude of the community.
In addition to the awards and dinner, attendees watched a video slideshow of the department’s accomplishments and noteworthy moments in the past year.