Arlington Officers Honored at Annual Awards Ceremony

ARLINGTON, MA—Arlington’s finest were celebrated Thursday for their commitment to the city.

According to an announcement from the Arlington Police, Parking Control Officer Willie Smith earned Employee of the Year honors, Inspector Stephen Porciello earned Officer of the Year honors and Lt. Michael Sheehan earned Excellence in Leadership Honors.

“I congratulate all officers who were honored for their hard work in 2015,” Chief Ryan said in the announcement. “The Arlington Police Department is made up of top-notch officers and dispatchers that continuously go above and beyond the call of duty to serve the residents of this community.”

Officer Robert Gamez’s retirement was honored, and Captain Richard Flynn earned the Top Gun award. Below is a complete list of honorees, according to the Arlington Police Department.

Certificates of Commendation:

• Officer Bryan White

• Inspector Chris Gallagher

• Inspector James Smith

• Officer John Kelley

• Officer John Costa

• Inspector Brian Fennelly

• Officer Steven Conroy

• Officer Robert Smith

• Sgt. Bryan Gallagher

• Officer Steven Conroy

• Officer Robert Smith

• Officer William Milner

Meritorious Service Ribbons:

• Sgt. Bryan Gallagher

• Officer Steven Conroy

• Officer William Milner

Life Saving Ribbons:

• Dispatcher John R. Plourde

• Dispatcher Jason Pugliese

• Officer Dennis Mahoney

• Officer Robert Smith

• Officer Brett Blanciforti

• Officer Scott Paradis

• Officer Michael Hogan

• Officer Chadwick Brown

• Officer Anargyros Siempos

Photos via the Arlington Police Department.