Officers honored for heroic response to school shooting threat

During a recent government meeting, President [Name] provided updates on upcoming community events, including a music gathering at Fireman's Park on August 22 featuring the band Bootjack Road, and a plan commission meeting on August 26 at the Germantown Village boardroom. Additionally, a library board meeting is scheduled for August 28 at the library.

The meeting also highlighted a significant presentation honoring four police officers—Sergeant Brock Makowski, Officer Jared Spreeter, Officer Jeremy Peterson, and Officer Steve Hillman—for their heroic actions during a critical incident on October 23, 2022. Police Chief [Name] commended the officers for their bravery when responding to a report of a male subject acting erratically at Kennedy Middle School. The situation escalated when the subject displayed a handgun and fired at the officers, who returned fire to protect the lives of students and civilians present in the building.

Chief [Name] emphasized the lasting impact of the incident on the officers and their families, acknowledging the sacrifices made during that challenging time. The officers received letters of commendation for their outstanding performance, with plans for further recognition at an upcoming awards banquet for the Germantown Police Department later this year. The meeting concluded with expressions of gratitude for the officers' service and dedication to community safety.