Each December, the command staff recognizes the officer, member, or unit who has made the most significant contributions to the mission of the department during the preceding year. The following is a roll of honor for those who have received this distinquished award during their careers.
In 1998 and in 2002, the award was given to a unit as opposed to an individual. When this occurs, each member is awarded a meritorious service medal.
Award winners, Sgt. Farrand (2005), Det. Pham (2008), and Sgt. Burkhart (2003).
2009 Officer of the Year, Zachary mills
Officer Zachary Mills
Detective Hanh Pham
Richard Citta, Network Administrator
Detective Dan Negersmith
Sergeant Mary Farrand
Sergeant Michael Marotta
Sergeant Robert Burkhart
Field Training Unit
Officer Richard Lehr
Sergeant Terry Taylor
Officer Alexander Falconeri
Communications Unit
Gulfport Police Department
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Pinellas County, Florida