The recipients of the awards were just as diverse as their contributions.
Leroy Smith was honored for volunteering his time as an officer for the Retired Senior Volunteer Program and for taking part in the Glendale Police Citizen's Academy.
Glendale Police Officer Christian Hauptmann received the Distinguished Service Award for responding to 1,396 service calls, writing 398 police reports and for making 350 arrests.
Perhaps the most anticipated award of the ceremony — Officer of the Year — went to Glendale Police Officer Joe Allen for his work with the Vice/Narcotics Detail and for mentoring other officers.
"He's especially personable and does a lot for the department," Police Chief Randy Adams said.
"He raises the bar."
Allen was mobbed by digital cameras and handshakes after the ceremony, but was quick to thank his own mentors.
"I appreciate being recognized, but I really owe it to all the other senior officers," he said. "I just look forward to passing on the knowledge they've given me to other officers."
Scott Smith was given a community service award for his role in apprehending two suspects in an SUV that had backed over a Glendale Police officer and Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy on Jan. 29 in the parking lot of a restaurant.
Thinking they were under attack, Officer Kelley Cook was able to detain and handcuff the driver despite her injuries.
But the deputy was too injured to go for the passenger. That's when Smith yanked the handcuffs from the deputy's belt and handcuffed the passenger.
The incident was later determined to be an accident.
