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Officer of the Quarter The Northside Business Leaders feel our Police Officers do a great job for us each and every day and deserve recognition. Each quarter the Club introduces the officer or the quarter, honors him or her with a plaque and gives them a saving bond. Zone 6 May 10, 2011 Officer of the Quarter Officer Cindy Leavens
Officer Leavens has exemplified the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office core value of “Community Focused”. During the time period September thru December of 2010, she partnered with the Zone 6 Sheriff’s Advisory Councils (ShAdCo) to host a Christmas Party for needy children. She met with and led the group’s efforts in planning, organizing, directing staffing, and coordinating the event. She utilized her resources as a former Police Academy full time instructor to secure a room at the Academy capable of handling over one hundred persons. She also partnered with the local United States Marine Corps Reserve, Toys for Tots program. Toys for Tots provided each child with three brand new age appropriate toys.
It
should be noted that Officer Leavens lives here in the
Northside, and serves the community with enthusiasm and
humbleness. A letter was written and sent to Sheriff Rutherford
signed by both “P” and “Q” ShAdCo chair persons stating
this was the best ever Christmas party held since its inception
nine years ago. The Chairs specifically cited Officer Leavens’
professionalism and leadership in serving the neediest children
of North Jacksonville. Officer Leavens’ actions have brought great credit upon herself, the Sheriff’s Office, and all who have had the privilege of knowing her. This is but one example of her dedication to being “Community Focused”. Therefore, she deserves to be recognized as the Officer of the quarter for Zone 6. Ray Turner, First Vice President
Detective and Officer Leavens February 8, 2011 Officer of the Quarter A. A. Lewis
Officer Lewis with President Patricia Hamn Officer of the Quarter Video Click Here Video includes Officer Lewis, Sgt. Messersmith, Lt, Adams and Asst. Chief T. C. Davis November 9, 2010 President has to be restrained!
T Officer of the Quarter
Officer S. R. Bourque He has a exceptional record for getting the bad guy!
August 24, 2010 "Officer of the Quarter"
Officer Jay L. Taylor Jr.
We have selected
Officer Jay L. Taylor Jr. as our Officer of the Quarter.
Listed below is a summary of his exemplary service. Thanks, Lt. Daniel T. Adams "Officer of the Quarter" Presented by Northside Business Leaders 1st
VP Ray Turner to Officer J. L. Taylor Jr.
June 8, 2010 Officer of the Quarter
COMMENDATION Officer R.R. Hullender #7244
On 03-28-10 at 2310, a depressed subject called police to report that he
was going to commit suicide.
The subject refused to give his name or any other
information, other than he was going to kill himself by jumping
off the Dames Point Bridge.
Several police officers quickly responded to the scene,
including Officer Hullender.
The subject’s vehicle was located, abandoned at the top
of the span. Officers
took up positions at the scene, as the bridge was closed and
traffic was diverted around the area.
An immediate search of the area was conducted, but the
subject was not located. The
Air Unit responded to assist in the search. Officer Hullender, realizing that the timing was of the utmost importance,
used her personal cell phone to call the phone number left by
the yet unknown subject. Officer
Hullender engaged the subject in casual conversation and was
quickly able to gain his trust.
She established a rapport with the subject, as he told
her his name and that he had already climbed to the top of the
bridge tower. The
subject told Officer Hullender that he was depressed over a
failed relationship and that he was going to jump. Due to inclement weather, the subject could not be seen from the bridge
deck. Once the Air
Unit arrived at the scene, they were able to observe the subject
with infrared vision.
The male was, in fact, at the top of the bridge tower
pacing back and forth, looking over the railing.
Utilizing caring professionalism and expert negotiation
tactics, Officer Hullender was not only able to keep the subject
on the phone with her, but she was also able to calm the
volatile man. Less
than an hour into the tense situation, Officer Hullender was
able to successfully talk the suicidal man down from the top of
the bridge and safely into the custody of the waiting officers
below. As a direct result of Officer Hullender’s quick thinking and calm
actions in a stressful situation, a suicidal man was saved from
certain death. Officer
Hullender’s actions clearly exemplify the Sheriff’s Office
Core Values of Worthy of Trust and Always Improving.
Excellent work! Sincerely, Sheriff John H. Rutherford John H. Rutherford Sgt. R.R. Knecht #5947 Patrol West, Zone 6 Officer of the Quarter February 9, 2010
Lt. Allen Eason Officer T. W. Herrington Lt. Allen Eason of Zone 6 introduced Officer Herrington was commended for his community services in addition to his regular duties. This past Christmas Officer Herrington put together a team of Officers who went to various neighborhoods in uniform and gave candy and gifts to the kids. You guessed it Officer Herrington dressed up as Santa Clause, The function really was received by these kids as a very positive thing to see that police are not just out there to give tickets or arrest people. Officer Herrington, Officer of the Quarter received a plaque and a savings bond from NSBL for his contribution to the community and his dedication to safety and security of not only north Jax but the city as well. Congratulations
Officer Herrington! Officer T. W. Herrington with his wife at his side receives the Officer of the Quarter award from Ray Turner First Vice President.
It appears our President Patricia Hamn and our First VP Ray Turner may have been bad? Just kidding they put on a great meeting. Keep up the good work! Paul December 8, 2009 Officer of the Quarter
Lt. Sean McCormick Officer Bruce Porter Lt. Shawn McCormick of Zone 6 introduced Officer Bruce Porter to the audience while receiving a commendation from JSO for a thorough investigation of a suspicious car theft. After on site investigations Officer Porter was able to identify, arrest and get confessions from 2 suspects linked to a murder investigation. Officer Bruce Porter our Officer of the Quarter received a plaque and a savings bond from NSBL for his contribution to the safety and security of not only north Jax but the city as well. Congratulations
Officer Porter! Ray
Turner presenting Award to Officer Bruce Porter Officer of the Second Quarter 2009
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