A group of 11 people stands smiling in front of a North Houston District backdrop. Two men in the center hold an award and certificate, with the group dressed in professional and semi-formal attire on a stage with blue lighting.

06-17-2025 |

2025 Public Safety Luncheon Recap: Honoring North Houston’s Heroes

Outstanding Public Safety Honorees Recognized at Annual Luncheon

On May 15—Peace Officers Memorial Day—the North Houston District proudly hosted its annual Public Safety Awards Luncheon, a heartfelt event dedicated to honoring the exceptional service and daily sacrifices made by our region’s first responders. From patrol officers and firefighters to school-based officers, task force leaders, and civilians, the luncheon recognized public servants who go above and beyond to keep our community safe. These men and women are protectors, partners, and neighbors who put their lives on the line for others.

👉 Scroll to the end of this post to see every moment we captured and a full list of award recipients—from candid snapshots to on-stage recognition. Whether you joined us in person or are learning about it here, we hope these images leave you inspired and reminded of the strength in our shared commitment to public safety.

📸 View the full photo gallery

Honored agencies included:

The event featured remarks from District leadership and community partners and celebrated achievements across multiple agencies, including the presentation of the Public Safety Partner of the Year Award. Thank you to our honorees, attendees, and generous sponsors who made this celebration possible. 

Three people stand together smiling. A woman in a blue suit holds a certificate with a police officer in uniform, while a man in a blue plaid suit stands to the side.
Five people pose together in front of a North Houston District backdrop. A woman in a light blue suit holds a certificate with a woman in black attire; a man in a dark suit holds a glass award.
Two uniformed Houston Police Department officers stand on either side of a woman in a light blue suit with long blond hair.
Wide ballroom view of seated guests at the 2025 Public Safety Awards Luncheon with presenters on stage and large screens behind them.

“Public safety is a team effort, and these individuals represent the best of that commitment. Honoring them is one small way we say thank you for their courage, commitment, and daily acts of service.” — Tracy Harrison, Vice President of Public Safety, North Houston District

These individuals represent the very best in public safety and community service across the North Houston District.

The Shield of Leadership

Metro Police Department

Sergeant Richard Carreon

 

Superior Case Resolution Team Award

Houston Police Department, North Belt Crime Suppression Team

Lieutenant James Crawford

Sergeant Ian Gallagher

Sergeant Jason Campbell

Officer Ryan Caldera

Officer Dante Coppola

Officer Adan Lopez

Officer Julio Luna

Officer Raul Tellez

Officer Shaun Houlihan

Officer Victor Villarreal

Officer Kimberly Villareal

Officer Michael Hewitt

Officer Mo Cherubin

Officer Daniel Shurtleff

 

The Beacon Award

Aldine ISD Police Department

Officer Linda Smith

Dedication to Duty

Officer Michael Almaguer

 

Loyalty in Service

Houston Fire Department

Senior Captain Terry Hall

Captain Galen Hargrave

Engineer Operator Chad Rogers

Engineer Operator Lance Gandy

Firefighter Cedric Allen

Firefighter Joel Key

The Impact Maker

Houston Police Department

Officer Aaron Negrete

Officer Andrea Muñoz

Operation Freedom

Department of Public Safety

Trooper Adam Rose

Trooper Brian Poat

Public Safety Partner of the Year

The Harvest

Public Safety Person of the Year

Michael Gallo

Heartbeat Hero

Harris County Sheriff’s Office

Deputy Somone Walker

Deputy Keitric Hubert

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Scroll through the photo gallery below to see highlights from this year’s event—including candid moments, award presentations, and scenes of appreciation from across the District.

Wide ballroom view of seated guests at the 2025 Public Safety Awards Luncheon with presenters on stage and large screens behind them.
A Texas DPS Trooper poses with two North Houston District leaders, holding his award and certificate.
Eight uniformed officers from a fire department pose for a group photo in front of a North Houston District backdrop.
A Texas DPS Trooper receives an award plaque while shaking hands with a presenter on stage.
Three people stand together, smiling, in front of a North Houston District backdrop. The uniformed man holds a certificate and award.
A man in a dark fire uniform shakes hands with another man in a blue plaid suit onstage in front of a branded backdrop.
Three people stand smiling on a stage. The woman in light blue hands a certificate to a firefighter in a light blue shirt, while another man stands beside them.
A uniformed firefighter holds a certificate and award while standing between a woman in a light blue suit and a man in a blue plaid suit.
A woman in a light blue suit and a fire department captain pose on stage holding a certificate and a small award plaque. A man in a blue suit stands beside them.
Three people stand on stage smiling. A woman in a light blue suit holds a certificate while a female officer in uniform holds an award. A man in a blue suit stands beside them.
A man in a gray jacket shakes hands with a uniformed female deputy receiving an award on stage. Another man in a navy blazer stands to the left applauding.
Three people pose together on stage at the North Houston District Public Safety Awards. The woman on the left, wearing a light blue suit, holds a certificate of appreciation. The uniformed officer in the center holds an award. A man in a blue suit stands to the right.
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A group of six people from Frost Bank pose together in business attire in front of the North Houston District step-and-repeat.
Five people from LandCare, a gold sponsor of the event, pose together in front of the North Houston District banner. One wears a white uniform shirt with the company logo.
The 2025 Commemorative Challenge Coin rest on blue fabric. One side features the North Houston District logo; the other depicts Saint Michael and the words Partnership, Engagement, Dedication, and Community.
A man in a blue suit stands next to a woman in a light blue pantsuit, both smiling in a well-lit indoor space.
Two women stand side by side smiling; one wears a sleeveless navy floral dress, the other a powder blue pantsuit.
Two uniformed Houston Police Department officers stand on either side of a woman in a light blue suit with long blond hair.
Four men stand in the lobby, smiling at the camera. One wears a white cowboy hat; others wear suits or blazers in shades of gray and blue.
Two men and two women in floral and professional outfits smile together in front of the North Houston District step-and-repeat.
Six individuals pose together in front of a North Houston District backdrop. One is in a dark police uniform, while the others wear professional or business casual attire.
A group of 11 people pose on stage with certificates and awards at the Public Safety Awards event, smiling in front of the North Houston District backdrop.
Three people stand together smiling. A woman in a blue suit holds a certificate with a police officer in uniform, while a man in a blue plaid suit stands to the side.
Three people stand together smiling. A woman in a blue suit holds a certificate with a police officer in uniform, while a man in a blue plaid suit stands to the side.
Three people stand together smiling. A woman in a blue suit holds a certificate with a police officer in uniform, while a man in a blue plaid suit stands to the side.
A uniformed officer receives her award while smiling and shaking hands with a presenter on stage during the Public Safety Awards, with trophies visible on the table behind them.
Three people stand together smiling. A woman in a blue suit holds a certificate with a police officer in uniform, while a man in a blue plaid suit stands to the side.
Three people stand together smiling. A woman in a blue suit holds a certificate with a police officer in uniform, while a man in a blue plaid suit stands to the side.
A uniformed officer shakes hands with a presenter on stage while receiving The Beacon Award at the 2025 Public Safety Awards.
Three people stand together smiling. A woman in a blue suit holds a certificate with a police officer in uniform, while a man in a blue plaid suit stands to the side.
A uniformed officer accepts an award and shakes hands with a presenter during the 2025 North Houston District Public Safety Awards Luncheon.
A uniformed officer accepts an award and shakes hands with a presenter during the 2025 North Houston District Public Safety Awards Luncheon.
Three people stand together smiling. A woman in a blue suit holds a certificate with a police officer in uniform, while a man in a blue plaid suit stands to the side.
A different Texas DPS Trooper shakes hands with a presenter while holding his award plaque.
A uniformed officer accepts an award and shakes hands with a presenter during the 2025 North Houston District Public Safety Awards Luncheon.
A uniformed officer accepts an award and shakes hands with a presenter during the 2025 North Houston District Public Safety Awards Luncheon.
Three people stand together smiling. A woman in a blue suit holds a certificate with a police officer in uniform, while a man in a blue plaid suit stands to the side.
A uniformed officer accepts an award and shakes hands with a presenter during the 2025 North Houston District Public Safety Awards Luncheon.
Three people stand together smiling. A woman in a blue suit holds a certificate with a police officer in uniform, while a man in a blue plaid suit stands to the side.
Three people stand together smiling. A woman in a blue suit holds a certificate with a police lieutenant in uniform, while a man in a blue plaid suit stands to the side.
A man in a light gray suit accepts a glass award while shaking hands with a man in a blue plaid suit on stage in front of a North Houston District backdrop.
Five people pose together in front of a North Houston District backdrop. A woman in a light blue suit holds a certificate with a woman in black attire; a man in a dark suit holds a glass award.
Another DPS Trooper poses with North Houston District representatives, holding a plaque and certificate.
A uniformed HFD officer stands beside a woman in a navy dress, smiling inside the decorated event room.
Two smiling men pose together; one wears a white cowboy hat and blue blazer.
A uniformed officer and woman in a light blue suit pose for a photo in the lobby.
A pecan pie topped with a carved strawberry sits on a silver tray.
Two uniformed firefighters serve themselves from a buffet line at the luncheon.
Four North Houston District leaders pose together in the venue lobby.
Event signage thanks Public Safety Awards sponsors, including LandCare, Frost, and Spartan.
Two staff members and a uniformed officer welcome guests from a North Houston District check-in table.
A uniformed deputy poses for a photo with a woman in a light blue suit.
Three uniformed officers sit at a round table, enjoying their plated meals.
Two uniformed officers pose together and smile at the camera during the luncheon.
Guests serve themselves salad and sides from a buffet line.
A uniformed HFD officer and a woman pose in front of a blue-lit stage and branded backdrop.
Seven Houston Fire Department staff pose together in matching blue uniforms.
Two HPD officers in dress uniforms smile for a photo at the luncheon.
Three HPD officers pose side by side indoors at the awards luncheon.
Two seated guests smile at their banquet table with programs and event materials in view.
Program booklet and gift bag displayed on a table, showing the event agenda.
Close-up of colorful North Houston District awards arranged on a black tablecloth.
Guests sign in at the registration table as an HPD officer assists; sponsor signage and floral decor are visible.
A uniformed officer is interviewed on camera beside a District backdrop and award table.
Five Texas DPS troopers pose indoors; two officers in the center hold award plaques in front of a branded table.
A speaker at a podium delivers remarks during the 2025 Public Safety Awards Luncheon, with a North Houston District backdrop.
Twelve law enforcement officers from the Harris County Sheriff’s Office stand on stage in full uniform for a group photo at the 2025 Public Safety Awards.
Six officers from a Aldine ISD Police Department stand in a row, with two officers holding certificates in front of a North Houston District banner.
Four men pose together at the 2025 Public Safety Awards Luncheon in business attire, smiling in front of a wall featuring the North Houston District logo.
A full-room shot of the event shows attendees at round tables watching the awards program on stage.
Uniformed officers and guests are seated around a banquet table watching the stage during the program.
A woman in a light blue suit stands behind a podium addressing the crowd at the awards luncheon.
A wide view of the room shows an audience listening to a speaker at the podium during the awards program.
A uniformed Texas Highway Patrol officer with a cowboy hat sits at a round banquet table, facing the stage.
Event attendees, including women and men in business attire, seated and watching the stage at the luncheon.
Law enforcement officers and public safety leaders seated at a banquet table, smiling and listening during the awards program.
Wide ballroom view of seated guests at the 2025 Public Safety Awards Luncheon with presenters on stage and large screens behind them.
A woman in a light blue suit speaks at a podium with a North Houston District banner.
Officers and guests stand with hands over hearts during the opening ceremony.
Uniformed officers stand during the National Anthem with hands over hearts.
A young woman sings into a microphone on stage.
A sheriff's deputy in a cowboy hat signs in at the registration table.
Two men, one in a dark suit and one in police uniform, pose together.
Two women smile and chat in the venue lobby.
An illuminated North Houston District cube centerpiece sits on a black tablecloth.
Four attendees pose and smile together in the open lobby area.

Thank you to our partners, including law enforcement agencies, private security, and local business owners and community members, for coming together to create tangible change in North Houston! If you have any questions, please reach out to Tracy Harrison, the North Houston District’s Vice President of Public Safety. For more information about public safety initiatives in the District, visit northhouston.org/public-safety.

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