Honoring remarkable achievements of individuals and groups who have impacted Clark County and beyond.
Service Award Recognition Recipients March 13, 2024.
Dorman Holcomb Good Samaritan Service Recognition
Thomas McKnight & Nicol Plesner
Sponsored by: Cascades Presbyterian Church
These employees of the YMCA saved the life of a member of the YMCA who had a cardiac arrest in the pool. They rushed to his assistance with an AED, performed CPR and delivered shock treatment with the AED while waiting for the paramedics.
Education Service Recognition
Shanna Baird
Sponsored by: OnPoint Community Credit Union
Shanna led the process for Hazel Dell Elementary to become a Leader in Me school, one of two schools identified in the state. She developed, promoted, and led the program within the school. This is a program where all students are taught the skills of collaboration and problem solving.
First Responder Service Recognition
Rocky Futrell
Sponsored by: HakkaHiker Charitable Fund
Rocky is a deputy with the Clark County Sheriff’s office. His roles include Unmanned Aircraft System Team Leader, Field Training Officer, Peer Support Officer, Recruiting Officer, and Social Media Manager. He has played a pivotal role in over 20 SWAT team missions and more than 100 UAS deployments, including high profile cases like domestic violence and a child abduction investigation.
Nonprofit Service Recognition
Brian Epp
Sponsored by: Wise Move Property Management
Brian Epp was diagnosed with ALS in 2010. He is a champion and supporter for people with ALS. He has an intense desire to help and serve others. He is the ambassador for ALS Northwest. He promotes the organization’s resources through social media, email, and personal appeals.
Business and Civic Service
Timmy Ostrom
Sponsored by: Paul Montague Tax Preparation
Timmy is dedicated to providing discounts and innovative mortgage programs for those who have served our country. He is committed to making home ownership dreams come true for the military and veterans in Clark County.
Medical Service Recognition
Rebecca Rutledge, FNP
Sponsored by Waste Connections
Rebecca actively works with Exchange Street Medicine, providing mobile urgent care for those living in homeless camps and on the streets. Her mission is to ensure that all are treated with kindness and care regardless of status.
Military Service Recognition
Glenn Fisher
Sponsored by: Fairway Independent Mortgage Company
Glenn, a Vietnam Veteran, co-founded the VFW Post 7824, in 2010. At the same time, he joined the Honor Guard out of his keen sense of duty and compassion for loved ones – both the veteran and his or her surviving family. Their core mission is being at gravesides and memorials for deceased veterans.
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