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Racine, WI 53403
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Awards
Medal of Honor
Awarded by the chief of Police to officers who, in the line of duty, intelligently and heroically distinguish themselves through an act of gallantry and valor at imminent personal hazard to life with knowledge of the risk, above and beyond the call of duty. This award is evidenced by:
Gold Medal.Red, white and blue breast bar. Framed certificate.
Awarded by the Chief of Police to officers who, in the line of duty, knowingly perform an act of personal bravery at hazard to life under circumstances evincing a disregard of personal consequences. This award is evidenced by:
Medal of Valor
Gold medal.Blue breast bar with a gold star. Framed certificate.
Medal of Merit
Awarded by the Chief of Police to officers who, in the line of duty, heroically reflect only the highest traditions of law enforcement service and the profession they represent. This award is evidenced by:
Gold Medal.Yellow and white breast bar. Framed certificate.
Awarded by the Chief of Police in recognition of honorable service to the city of Racine to any sworn officer or civilian employee at the time of their separation from the Racine Police Department providing those persons meet certain service criteria. The award is evidenced by:
Honorable Service
Sworn OfficerGold medal. Framed certificate.
Non-sworn Employee
Plaque
Chief’s Leadership
CommendationAwarded by the Chief of Police to officers in appreciation and recognition for continued dedication and loyalty to the law enforcement profession and for consistent high quality performance as a professional police officer. The Chief’s Leadership Award reflects a consistent
yearlong, above-average effort with emphasis on leadership and high level of example demonstrated by the officer.This award is evidenced by:Blue – Orange – Blue breast bar.Framed Certificate. Awarded by the Chief of Police to officers in appreciation and recognition for continued dedication and loyalty to the law enforcement profession and for consistent high quality performance as a professional police officer. The Exemplary Officer Award reflects a consistent
yearlong, above-average effort.The award is evidenced by:Exemplary Officer
Orange and Blue breast bar.Framed certificate. Outstanding
Police ServiceAwarded by the Chief of Police to that officer who performed with true dedication and noteworthy achievement in management coordination of a program or staff function; efficiency and effectiveness must be apparent. This award is evidenced by:
Blue – Gold – Blue breast bar.Framed Certificate. Awarded by the Chief of Police to officers in appreciation for the prompt and unselfish act of rendering aid and assistance to a fellow citizen that resulted in the saving of a life. The award is evidenced by:
Life Saving
Gold and White breast bar.Framed certificate. Award of Excellence
Awarded by the Chief of Police to officers who perform a particularly noteworthy act or service based on a determined and intelligent performance. This award is evidenced by:
Blue and Light Blue breast bar.Framed Certificate. Awarded by the Chief of Police to members of a Unit who, through a cooperative effort, perform a highly creditable police accomplishment. The award is evidenced by:
Unit Citation
Red and White breast bar.Framed certificate. Distinguished
Master ShooterAwarded by the Chief of Police for the purpose of recognizing the officer who devotes the time and energy to attain the highest level of firearms proficiency. This award is evidenced by:
Green and White breast bar.Framed Certificate. Attached to breast bars to represent subsequent awards of the same type. If more than 3 clusters are needed, they are replaced with the proper numeral representation. Oak Leaf Cluster
Commendatory Action
Challenge CoinPresented by the Chief of Police as a personal token of appreciation for a commendable and noteworthy action during the performance of normal duties. CITIZEN AWARD FOR VALOR is awarded by the Chief of Police to private citizens who risk life and personal injury in assisting a Racine Police Officer. This award is evidenced by a framed certificate. CITIZEN’S LIFE SAVING AWARD is awarded by the Chief of Police to private citizens in appreciation for the prompt and unselfish act of rendering aid and assistance to a fellow citizen that resulted in the saving of a life. This award is evidenced by a framed
certificate.CITIZEN PUBLIC SERVICE AWARD is awarded by the Chief of Police to private citizens who render aid and/or assistance to a Racine Police Officer and/or a fellow citizen. This award is evidenced by a framed certificate. OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD is awarded by the Chief of Police to private citizens who risk life and personal injury in rendering aid to a fellow citizen. This award is evidenced by a framed certificate. CIVILIAN EMPLOYEE POLICE SERVICE AWARD is awarded by the Chief of Police to that member who performed with true dedication and interest within the administrative function. This award is evidenced by a framed certificate.