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Contributed by: Ryan Custer on 2/7/2008

The Golden Police Department recognized 18 employees and private citizens for their accomplishments in 2007 at its annual awards banquet Feb. 6 at the Golden Community Center.

Two citizens received awards: Teri Melton was recognized for her assistance giving lifesaving CPR to a collapsed co-worker, and Kenneth Kuck was recognized for assisting an officer with subduing a combative suspect.

The night was capped off with the presentation of the Employee of the Year award, which was given to Administrative Assistant Jodie Marquez, who has been with the department for five years. Other award recipients include:

Citizen Commendation
• Dana Gonzales
• Teri Melton (In connection to life saving award)

Certificate of Commendation
• Dispatcher Brooke Merkel

Leadership Excellence Award
• Sergeant Al Joyce

Life Saving Award
• Officer David Galbraith
• Officer Rick Pearson
• Officer James Mershon
• Officer Melissa Manzanares

Chief's Star
• Officer Denise Mehnert
• Officer Jeff Kreutzer
• Crossing Guard Marie Simon-Connaly

Professional Conduct
• Dispatcher Jennifer Lepro
• Officer C.J. "Corky" Kloberdance
• Evidence Technician Amanda Montano
• Sergeant Al Joyce
• Officer Drew Williams

Distinguished Citizen
• Kenneth Kuck

Employee of the Year
• Administrative Assistant Jodie Marquez

Ryan Custer is Support Services / Professional Standards / PIO for Golden Police Department.

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