Since 1995, New York State highway safety partners have proudly hosted an annual recognition event to present awards acknowledging outstanding efforts and achievements in deterring impaired driving. This recognition program is supported by member agencies of the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee, the NYS STOP-DWI Association & Foundation and Mothers Against Drunk Driving.
Awards were presented in these categories:
Individual Officer Award: This award recognizes the contribution of an individual law enforcement officer’s. The nomination is to be submitted by the agency command. More than one officer from an agency may be put forward, use one form per nomination. Awards are segmented by department size.
Law Enforcement Agency Award: This award highlights an enforcement agencies’ efforts in deterring drunk driving. Agency command must endorse the nomination on behalf of the department. Awards segmented by department size.
Non-Enforcement Contribution Awards: This award recognizes civilian individuals or agencies who have made a significant contribution to reducing the incidence of impaired driving within the New York state. Any STOP-DWI coordinator, police agency, traffic safety professional or MADD chapter may nominate an individual or agency for this category.
Click here to read a brief bio on each award recipient.
