Shakopee Fire Department 2024 Year in Review

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION Congratulations to the following members of the Shakopee Fire Department for their outstanding achievements! CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE: 2024 CHALLENGE COIN RECIPIENTS

This year, we are proud to recognize 10 exceptional individuals who embody the core values that drive our organization. Their dedication, integrity, and unwavering commitment to excellence have earned them a Challenge Coin. The Challenge Coin is awarded to those who have demonstrated extraordinary performance and consistently uphold our foundational principles. This year’s recipients have exemplified the values of Pride, Honor, Integrity, and Service, showcasing their commitment to our mission and the people we serve.

Recipient

Values Recognized Pride, Honor, Service Pride, Honor, Service Pride, Honor, Service Honor, Integrity, Service

Tom Breeggemann

Eric Dircks

Darren Giese

Brad Horsmann Rob Indrebo Dann Kasallis Corey Murray Brad Purrington Mason Runyan

Pride, Service Pride, Service Pride, Honor

These individuals have not only met but exceeded expectations, demonstrating the qualities that make our organization strong. Their contributions serve as an inspiration to us all, and we are honored to recognize their exceptional achievements.

Pride, Honor, Service

Honor, Service

Andy Toczek

Pride, Honor, Service

MANAGERS OF THE YEAR

FIRE OFFICER OF THE YEAR Congratulations to Fire Chief Mike Scott, the Minnesota State Fire Chief’s Association’s 2024 Fire Officer of the Year! Chief Scott’s vision and dedication have revitalized the Shakopee Fire Department, with key accomplishments including modernized policies, enhanced training programs, strategic fleet adjustments, and a renovated fire station that prioritizes firefighter safety and efficiency. during organizational transitions, upheld integrity by implementing new policies and standards, and served the community through long hours and after-hours incident responses. Their innovative contributions included data driven improvements and revitalized training programs. They also fostered a positive environment by welcoming Deputy Chiefs Joe Simon and Dave Giddings were jointly awarded the City of Shakopee’s Manager of the Year for their exceptional leadership during a year of significant change. Chief Mike Nelson praised their stability, commitment to core values, and dedication to the department. They maintained smooth daily operations

change and ensuring fair, consistent leadership. This award reflects their invaluable service to the Shakopee Fire Department and the community.

Deputy Chief Joe Simon

Deputy Chief Dave Giddings

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