Politics & Government

Woodstock Police Department Hosts Awards Banquet

Command Staff recognized department personnel for their outstanding achievements in 2022.

Press release from the Woodstock Police Department:

Jan. 25, 2023

On Thursday night, January 19, 2023, the Woodstock Police Department held its annual Awards Banquet. The Woodstock Police Department’s Command Staff recognized department personnel for their outstanding achievements in 2022.

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While many awards and recognitions were presented throughout the night, the following received annual awards signifying their great work and contributions to the Woodstock Police Department:

Supervisor of the Year – Lieutenant Ron Sinfelt

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Officer of the Year – Officer Josh Buckner

Rookie of the Year – Officer Justin Hinkle

Civilian of the Year – Valerie Williams

Volunteer of the Year – Tori Hand

Legacy Award – Calvin W. Moss, Woodstock’s Chief of Police, 2012-2022

*The Legacy Award may be awarded to an individual, group or entity who, through sustained and lasting efforts, has had a significant impact on a large number of individuals and has improved the quality of life in Woodstock and beyond.

Other Recognitions

Distinguished Service Awards:

*The Distinguished Service Award may be awarded to any employee who has demonstrated consistent outstanding performance over a period of time, or through a significant act/achievement demonstrating the highest level of dedication to the department and/or community in keeping with the agency’s core values and mission statement.

Lieutenant Mike deCocq

Sergeant Ron Hughes

Corporal Madeline Brown

Officer Yvonne Letzin

Officer Ledarrion Poole

Departmental Commendations:

Mary Ogg

Art Ogg

Amberly Robinette

Detective Marsha Allen

Officer JoAn Willingham


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