Administrative Assistant of the Year

Administrative Assistant of the Year These awards are presented to administrative assistants of a police departments who are directly assigned to the Office of the Chief of Police or other command staff member. Recognized by their Chief of Police or Command Staff Officer in appreciation for continued dedication and exemplary work. These individuals have made…

Dispatcher/Communication Center Employee of the Year

Dispatcher/Communication Center Employee of the Year This award is presented to an individual employed within a Communications Center in recognition of their outstanding service, efforts to public safety and dedication to the agency. The recipient is recognized for consistently going above and beyond in serving the public, the officers, fire personnel, administration, other agencies, and…

Civilian Employee of the Year

Civilian Employee of the Year This award is presented to a non-sworn employee of a police department. It is awarded to the member who performed with true dedication and interest in their assigned position. Their consistent high quality service to the public or department reflects a yearlong of exceeding performance expectations. This may be awarded…

Outstanding Command Officer of the Year Award

NOMINATION CRITERA: Nominations for this award must be made by a chief executive officer of a Florida Municipal, College/University, School Board/District, Tribal or Airport, Railroad or Port Authority law enforcement agency and be a FPCA member in good standing.    The nominee must be nominated by their chief executive officer and be a full-time law enforcement…

Florida Law Enforcement Officers’ Hall of Fame

In October 2014, the Hall of Fame was created through Section 264.0041, Florida Statutes, to recognize and honor law enforcement officers who put their lives on the line for the safety and protection of Florida’s citizens and visitors through their works, service and exemplary accomplishments. Each year, inductees’ names will be affixed on a plaque…

President’s Award

Through the President’s Award, the President of Florida Police Chiefs Association recognizes an individual for exceptional performance, support or service to the President, Association and/or the advancement of the law enforcement profession. CRITERIA: Exceptional Performance as a member of the Florida Police Chiefs Association, and/or; Support of the Association’s President it’s mission, goals and objectives…

Wall of Honor Awards

Sponsors The Wall of Honor Award distinguishes former retired members of the FPCA or persons of distinction who made major contributions to the FPCA. The Wall immortalizes those persons who contributed greatly to the FPCA and will provide important historical information to current and future FPCA members, families and visitors to headquarters. Eligibility: Persons considered…

Public Private Partnership Awards

Quality in law enforcement is a vital asset to the community, and should be encouraged, promoted and formally recognized. The philosophy behind these awards is to recognize excellence in private sector partners and law enforcement agencies working together to address community problems and enhance public safety in their communities. Award Categories: Fallen Hero Award To…