2013 Officer / Civilian Awards

4th Quarter

Officer of the 4th Quarter - Officer Talmadge Rhew, Patrol Division

Civilian of the 4th Quarter - Judie Barnard, Evidence Technician

Officer of the Year

Officer Talmadge Rhew

Officer Talmadge Rhew was awarded the Officer of the Year for 2013. The outstanding work that is completed by Officer Rhew is identified by both members of our department and outside entities in the community. Officer Rhew's tenacious investigation of all of his cases, his dogged determination, and exemplary initiative culminated in the arrest of numerous felony suspects who might have otherwise remained at large. He works closely with the Intelligence Section of the Department and provides information that leads to the identification of thieves who had been active in the Sherman area.

Civilian of the Year

Laura Barajas

Laura Barajas, Parking Enforcement Attendant, was awarded the Civilian of the Year for 2013. Laura exhibited superb initiative, attention to detail, and devotion to duty and has set an outstanding example for other employees to emulate. She addresses parking violations in business parking lots throughout the City. She also performs the duties of the City of Sherman Municipal Court Bailiff, organizes and conducts the City of Sherman auction for abandoned vehicles, performs the morning mail runs, and completes numerous other tasks as assigned. She conducts herself in a professional manner at all times, insures that everyone is treated fairly and equally, and has established an excellent rapport with merchants within the City.