The purpose of the awards ceremony is to recognize outstanding
achievements performed by police officers and Pittsfield citizens. On May
29th, 2002 Pittsfield Police Department hosted the first annual Pittsfield
Police Department Awards Ceremony. Since that date, the Pittsfield Police
Department has continued to hold an annual awards ceremony. The awards
ceremony for 2007 took place on May 29, during which time Pittsfield Police
Officers and citizens were honored for their achievements during the
2005-2006 calendar year. Below is a list of the awards
presented.
HONOREES
CIVILIAN COMMENDATION :
Mr. Brian Avant
Mr. Hank Rollins
CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION:
Deputy Director Elizabeth McGuire
Lieutenant Brandon Williams
Detective Jami Grigal
Officer Matthew Ritzler
COMMENDATIONS:
Constable George Ralph
Constable Carl Thayer
Officer Kevin Cassette
Officer Mark Haddow
Officer Gary Hanselman
Officer Brian Kabat
Officer Nicholas Kubicz
Officer Tracy Marzilli
Officer Michael McVicker
Officer Matthew Ritzler
LIFE SAVING AWARDS:
Sergeant Henry Fusik
Officer Kristen Beard
DEPARTMENTAL CITATIONS:
Sergeant Henry Fusik & Recon
Officer John Pattwell

