WEST ALEXANDRIA — Joshua Kaczmarek was recognized as West Alexandria’s 2017 Officer of the Year during a council meeting held Tuesday, Feb. 13. P

Police Chief Tony Gasper thanked the officer for his dedication, hard work, and achievements this past year.

“Since I started as chief, Josh [Kaczmarek] has been an essential part of the department for his administrative duties, as well as his road control duties,” Gasper said. “He was an essential part of completing all of the goals I wanted done within the first year of my appointment.

“His ability to multitask is exceptional and in law enforcement that is necessary. I would like to recognize him as 2017 Officer of the Year.”

Kaczmarek was presented with a plaque designed by Gasper and was met with applause from the council and residents in attendance.

Police Chief Tony Gasper recognized Kaczmarek during the council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 13.

http://www.registerherald.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/41/2018/02/web1_Police1.jpgPolice Chief Tony Gasper recognized Kaczmarek during the council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 13.

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Joshua Kaczmarek has been declared West Alexandria’s Police Office of the Year for 2017.

http://www.registerherald.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/41/2018/02/web1_Police3.jpgJoshua Kaczmarek has been declared West Alexandria’s Police Office of the Year for 2017.