Monday, February 23, 2015

Edina Crime Fund Now Accepting Applications for the Annual Mike Siitari Officer of the Year Award

Edina, Minn., Feb. 24, 2015 – The Edina Crime Prevention Fund seeks nominations for its fourth-annual Mike Siitari Officer of the Year Award. The Officer of the Year Award is given to an Edina Police Officer who has gone above and beyond the call of duty. The award seeks to honor those who have shown exemplary service and leadership through innovation and public relations.

“It is important to recognize officers with this award as it reinforces good work,” explained Police Chief Dave Nelson. “It raises [the Department’s] morale. Each time someone is nominated, there is a lot of support from other officers who come to honor the officer [receiving the award.]”

The Edina Crime Prevention Fund named Det. Mike Lutz the 2013 Mike Siitari Officer of the Year for his dedication to his cases and care for the victims. He is also the longest-serving officer in Edina, having been a part of the Department for over 40 years. Additional past recipients of the award include officers Joel Moore and Dave Lindman.

The Mike Siitari Officer of the Year Award is given to one Edina Police Officer each year. Nominations from the public and City employees are accepted and winners are selected by the Edina Crime Fund. Individuals eligible for nomination must be police officers for the Edina Police Department.

“[Good candidates for this award exhibit a] day-to-day positive attitude and work habits.  They consistently demonstrate high integrity and dedication, their quality of work is always going beyond expectations and they are genuine about providing good service to the community,” explained Nelson.

To nominate a candidate, submit the name of the officer and a few sentences describing the nominee’s achievements. Nominations for the 2014 award can be made by writing to Nancy Karkhoff at nkarkhoff@EdinaMN.gov or the Edina Crime Prevention Fund; Re: Officer of the Year; 4801 W. 50th St.;
Edina, MN 55424. Nominations must be received by Monday, March 16, 2015. Members of the Crime Fund will review the nominations and select a recipient.

For additional information, contact Karkhoff at 952-826-0472 or NKarkhoff@EdinaMN.gov.

A partner to the Edina Police Department since the late 1960s, the Edina Crime Prevention Fund has been a significant contributor to many Police services and programs. For more information about the Fund, visit www.edinacrimefund.org.

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