Maryville Chief Makes Annual Recognition Awards at Board Meeting
by Kathy Turner
Chief Tony Manley used the regular meeting of the Maryville Village Board as a setting for his 2024 officer awards. Manley began the awards program last year to recognize officer and employee excellence throughout the year.
Officer Brendon Peterson was named the Officer of the Year. Peterson was recognized for his exemplary job as an officer and his dedication to follow through on cases. Peterson ended the year with an 81% arrest rate, the highest for the department and an example of his hard work.
Officer Alex Reese was presented with the Excellence Award. Reese had the most felony arrests for the department and recorded 1958 incidents in the year. Incidents include both officer-initiated actions and responses to calls.
Sgt. Keith Mumper received the Meritorious Conduct Award. Mumper was also advanced to the rank of sergeant during this past year.
Finally, the Dedication to Duty Award was given to Christy Lucas. Christy is the Administrative Assistant and Records Clerk for the department and handles all clerical duties for the department.
Brendon Peterson was presented with the Officer of the Year Award by Chief Tony Manley at last Wednesday’s Village Board Meeting. (Photo by Kathy Turner)
Maryville Officer Alex Reese was presented the Excellence Award by the Maryville Chief recognizing his role in securing the most felony arrests last year. (Photo by Kathy Turner)
Sgt. Keith Mumper was recognized for Meritorious Conduct at the Maryville Board meeting on Wednesday. The award was presented by Chief Tony Manley and was selected by members of the department’s administration. (Photo by Kathy Turner)
The Dedication to Duty Award was presented to Christy Lucas by Chief Manley. Christy is the department’s administrative assistant and records clerk and performs extensive duties for the Chief and the officers. (Photo by Kathy Turner)
