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A.F. Mayor is honored -- twice July 16, 2017, 5:22 pmHadfield was honored at the city's Memorial Day program with the award, the fourth-highest public service decoration awarded by the Army. The award was presented to Hadfield by Bruce C. Frandsen, Brigadier General, U.S. Army (Ret.). "I have given out hundreds, if not thousands, of awards. But this is the first time I have given out this award. It is rarely awarded to civilians," Frandsen said. The second award came from his own public service department just weeks later. Hadfield was honored at home on June 13 by Fire Chief Aaron Brems and Police Chief Darren Falslev. Brems presented the mayor with a commemorative plaque and a customized fire helmet in recognition of his service to the city. "We admire your passion, your attitude, your leadership, your integrity and the love you have for the city," Brems said. "Your steadfast dedication and unwavering support you have shown all of us at American Fork Fire Department is the reason we are so successful." Falslev presented Hadfield with a shield and a challenge coin. The coin, he said represents professionalism, service and excellence. "I think you exemplify those traits," he said. Hadfield, who in recent months has been undergoing treatment for cancer, thanked the chiefs for the recognition. "I'll use this more than you will know," he joked about the fire helmet. "My hair is thinning again because of my several treatments so I'll use this to cover my bald spot when I'm working in the backyard." Hadfield then turned the praise back on the fire and police departments: "American Fork City is blessed and honored to have the caliber that we have in our public safety department — the fire and the police departments. It's a pleasure to be associated with you and to contribute what I can to your successes," he said. Hadfield served in the military for more than 30 years, retiring as a colonel in the Utah National Guard. He has served as mayor of American Fork for seven years. Prior to that, he worked in the city's engineering department. He has indicated he will not be running for the position of mayor again. The community news source for Eagle Mountain Utah, Saratoga Springs Utah, Lehi Utah, American Fork Utah, Highland Utah, Alpine Utah, and The Cedar Valley, including Cedar Fort Utah and Fairfield Utah. Copyright 2024 The Crossroads Journal LLC. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
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