The Humanitarian Award
In the fall of 2020, a new category called “Humanitarian Award” was added to recognize employees who engage in life-saving efforts, whether for residents, visitors, or team members. Below are courageous and selfless acts by employees of the City of San Antonio.
Date
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Department
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Employee(s)
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Description
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October 2019
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Solid Waste Management
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Amanda Ehlers
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Amanda Ehlers was driving along her route and noticed a resident who was unresponsive in their driveway. Amanda stopped and rendered aid and called 911. Unfortunately the resident passed away but the spouse was so appreciative that Amanda took the time to stop.
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February 23, 2020
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Animal Care Services
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JoAnn Fry
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JoAnn Fry calmly coordinated information between an onsite Animal Care Officer and the 911 Dispatch team during the aftermath of multiple gunshots near Benavidez Park.
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March 28, 2020
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Aviation
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Mark Diamond
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Mark Diamond provided life-saving efforts for an unresponsive airline employee. He quickly went into action and checked vitals, contacted Airport Integrated Control Center, and applied the Automated External Defibrillator.
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October 4, 2022
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Solid Waste Management (SMWD)
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Jose Sanchez
Brandon Smothers
Ramiro Martinez
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Team assisted an elderly resident that had fallen. They helped her back into her house & the resident later contacted the department and stated she had suffered a minor stroke & wanted to let them know how much she appreciate their help.
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