The City of Indianola held their annual awards banquet last week, honoring employees for years of service, customer service recognition, and awarding Jacy West with the Indianola Public Library as Employee of the Year.

City Communications Director Aaron Young tells KNIA News Jacy was recognized for her outstanding efforts in fostering City partnerships with local organizations and businesses through impactful outreach library programs that she leads.

Other employees receiving longtime employee recognition included Indianola Police Department Chief Brian Sher for 30 years, IPD Captain Rob Hawkins, and Foreman Matt Anders.

Find a list of longevity awards and customer service recognition below.

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Longevity Awards
5 Years of Service
Nicole Brown, Detective
Jill Burrell, Paramedic
Erik Elwell, Operations Specialist
Kameron Graves, EMT
Ross Marshall, School Resource Officer
Kelsey McFarland, Children Services Assistant
Tanner Ortlund, Police Officer
Akhilesh Pal, Public Works Director
Tracy Van Zante, Firefighter/Paramedic
Lisa Wilson, Accounting Specialist
Trinton Wirth, Operations Specialist II

10 Years of Service
Jay Hackett, School Resource Officer
Jody Ross, Technical Support Specialist

15 Years of Service
Michele Patrick, Library Director

20 Years of Service
Garry Cunningham, WRRF Operator II
Justin Keller, Lieutenant

25 Years of Service
Matt Anders, Foreman
Rob Hawkins, Captain

30 Years of Service
Brian Sher, Police Chief