Spring 26 OP Newsletter

POLICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

POLICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

Sirens and Saints Hockey Game Members of the Orland Park Police Department, Orland Fire Protection District and the Saints Hockey Club joined forces in the annual Sirens and Saints charity hockey game. With your incredible support, the game raised $13,000 for Special Olympics and the Saints Hockey Team. From the players out on the ice to the fans and all the volunteers who worked tirelessly behind the scenes, you made this an unforgettable night. ESDA Awards January marked the inaugural ESDA Awards Ceremony, hosted by ESDA Coordinator Ron Ahrendt and Chief Eric Rossi. The event recognized the dedicated men and women who generously volunteer their time to help keep the Village of Orland Park safe. The following members were honored for their outstanding service:

Honorable Mention – Assistance at Special and Paid Events • Deputy Coordinator Eric Vates • Assistant Deputy Coordinator Ryan Valan • Responder Ian McDonnell • Responder Timothy Borem • Responder Joseph Lauricella • Responder James Jankowski • Responder Nikolas Dorre • Responder Valerie Grellner Honorable Mention – Assistance at Volunteer

• Assistant Deputy Coordinator Ryan Valan • Responder Ian McDonnell • Responder James Jankowski • Responder Nikolas Dorre Life Saving Medal • Assistant Deputy Coordinator Ryan Valan Thank you to all ESDA members for your continued hard work, dedication and commitment to service. The Village of Orland Park is proud of you and deeply grateful for all that you do.

Events and Critical Incidents • Deputy Coordinator Eric Vates

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