2014 The Portland Police Bureau wishes to thank the City Bible Church for providing the venue, refreshments and support for today’s ceremony. Special Thanks Unit Commendation Medal Awarded to any unit, relief or division whose members, as a group, performed in a manner, which if performed by an individual, would merit recognition in the form of a Commendation Medal, Achievement Medal or Distinguished Service Medal. Commendation Medal Awarded to any Bureau or community member for performance(s) meriting greater recognition than a Letter of Commendation. Achievement Medal Awarded to any Bureau member for achievement meriting greater recognition than a Commendation Medal, but not sufficient to merit the Distinguished Service Medal. Distinguished Service Medal Awarded to any Bureau or community member for exceptional accomplishments, which furthered the goals of the Bureau and/or enhanced the livability of the community. Life Saving Award Awarded to any Bureau or community member who saved the life of another person. Police Star Awarded to members who sustain a serious physical injury or dies while taking proper police action; or to a community member who sustains a serious physical injury or dies while properly protecting the life or property of another. Police Medal Awarded to any Bureau or community member for an act of exceptional courage that distinguishes their action from normal service. Civilian Medal – Heroism The most distinguished award presented to a community member for an outstanding act of heroism. Description of today’s awards Mark Zylawy Distinguished Service Medal Awarded to any sworn Bureau member for his or her compassion toward others, excellence in service, and high moral and ethical standards. Medal of Valor The most distinguished award presented to a Bureau member for an act of outstanding valor. The nominee must have demonstrated, in great degree, the qualities of selflessness, personal courage and devotion to duty. Portland Police Bureau Awards Ceremony Thursday, September 25, 2014 City Bible Church Posting of Colors Portland Police Bureau Honor Guard Pledge of Allegiance Welcome Sergeant Pete Simpson Opening Remarks Mayor Charlie Hales Chief Mike Reese Presentation of Awards Reception