The Papillion Police Department held its Annual Awards Ceremony on Feb. 26 recognizing the men and women of our Department. There is a story behind each one of these awards, and our community can be proud knowing they have a department that serves them each day with great skill and professionalism.
Papillion Police Department 2022 Officer of the Year Award – Ofc. Joseph Summers
Papillion Police Department Civilian Employee of the Year - Shawna Biodrowski
Papillion Police Department Citizen of the Year - Jennie Altman
The Police Star - Sgt. Katherine Mattern, Sgt. Kurt McClannan
Certificate of Commendation – Ofc. Mia Pearson, Det. Doug Moeller, Det. Jake Davis, Det. Jeb Christiansen, Det. Brandon Stigge, Ofc. Curtis Cotton
Life Saving Award – Ofc. Joe Summers, Ofc. John Ward, Ofc. Logan Jacik (2x), Ofc. Nick Brobst (2x), Ofc. Sarah Smith, Ofc. Jobi Drefs, Ofc. Michele Patterson, Lt. Ray Higgins, Mr. Vincent Bruno, Ms. Rebecca Dietz
Certificate of Merit - Ofc. Adam Boehmer
Certificate of Civic Achievement - Ofc. Phil Tackett, Ofc. Adam Boehmer
Years-in-Service Milestones – 25 Years: Ofc. Rick Heisler | 20 Years: Ofc. Pat Nastase, Sgt. Jessica Moore | 15 Years: Ofc. Jeremy Nelson, Ofc. Beau Taylor, Det. Doug Moeller, Ofc. Scott Giles, Ofc. Michele Patterson, Todd Dudas | 5 Years: Ofc. Joe Summers