Policy
The Distinguished Service Award may be presented to any MPD employee or unit having demonstrated compassion to those in need by providing understanding, empathy and confidence, in addition to a solution. Recipient(s) of this award will have demonstrated altruism while attending to the needs of a specific community or individual above and beyond the call of duty. The distinguished service provided will have resulted in a positive impact upon the individual or community and the Department.
Nominations may be made by employees of the MPD, employees of any City department, or members of the public who have witnessed or been the recipient of distinguished service provided by an MPD employee.
The Distinguished Service Award sworn recipients shall receive a tan uniform bar. The Distinguished Service Award civilian recipients shall receive a plaque.