Pella’s first responders were recognized for their efforts Thursday. Annually, Pella’s Mayor and City Council recognize the volunteers and part-time staff who supplement the community’s public safety departments, including Pella Fire, Pella Community Ambulance, and the Pella Police Department.

This year’s honorees include:

Todd Atchison, retired with 22 years of service as a police reserve (not pictured)

Joey Braafhart, 15 years of service as a firefighter:

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Randy Reineke, 15 years of service as a firefighter:

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Jason Schroeder, 20 years of service as a firefighter:

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Brad Ter Louw, 20 years of service as a firefighter:

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Linn Roose, retired with 22 years of service as a firefighter: