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Awards, Recognition and Introduction of New Members of Truckee Meadows Fire Protection Personnel. FOR DISCUSSION ONLY
A. Golden Axe Award - A Fire District’s award for a Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District employee who has performed a highly unusual act of distinction under adverse conditions in the performance of duty, performed a credible act in the line of duty which is commendable in nature or displays admirable initiative and accomplishment or has achieved a highly credible accomplishment bringing public acclaim to the Fire District or fire service as a result of devotion to duty or service to the public.
• Captain Shane Akerson
• Engineer Shad Vetrock
• Firefighter Paramedic Chase Perham
B. Medal of Commendation - An award to recognize those who render initial, spontaneous, and valuable aid or assistance at an incident to which the District is responding. Cardiac Save.
• NDF Battalion Chief Joe Fording
• NDF Fire Captain Anthony Seghieri
• NDF Training Coordinator Daniel Rangel
• NDF Seasonal Firefighter Damon Morelli
• NDF Seasonal Firefighter Tyler Huff
C. Heart Saver Award - A Fire District’s award for a Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District employee who provided Advanced Life Support for successful resucitation.
• Captain Noekeef Henry
• Engineer Nick Remington
• FF/PM Slade Romig
D. Letter of Commendation - The District’s third highest award for a civilian. The letter may be awarded to any individual who provides services or takes actions that are beyond normal expectations.
• James Vang, AmeriPride Services
E. New Employees
• Simona Parton, Accountant, Payroll and Grants Specialist
• Loren D. Way (Dale), Fire Deputy Chief of Fire Prevention