Award Criteria

The winners will be the nominees who best meet the following requirements:

• Professional and personal conduct of moral character and behavior that receives the respect and gratitude of all co-workers. Provide specific examples of how the nominee meets these requirements.
• Exhibits outstanding performance in controlling any situation, i.e. emergency incidents, personnel, emergency repairs, etc. Provide specific examples of how this nominee’s performance meets these requirements.
• Executing and going above and beyond:  Provide specific examples of how this nominee has gone above and beyond outside of their communication center for the betterment of the community, field personnel, or their center.
• Actions which demonstrate dedication to the field of public safety communications and a continuing interest in maintaining the highest standards. Include the creation of innovative ideas as they pertain to technology, procedures, and improving overall culture of the communication center. Provide specific examples.

The deadline for submission is July 31st, 2026.