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Orange Park recognizes officer, dispatcher and rookie 'hero' at council meeting

Town Council of Orange Park · March 4, 2026

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Summary

At the March 3 council meeting police chief honored Detective Randy Tennant as Officer of the Year, Communications Officer James Dumas as Dispatcher of the Year and Officer Andrea Guillen as Hero of the Quarter for investigative work leading to arrests and community safety contributions.

The council paused regular business to recognize three members of the Orange Park Police Department.

Detective Randy Tennant was presented as the 2025 Officer of the Year for investigative excellence, attention to detail, victim‑centered approach and case outcomes that aided prosecution efforts. Communications Officer James Dumas was named Dispatcher of the Year for call‑handling, composure during critical incidents and consistent support to responding officers. Officer Andrea Guillen received the Hero of the Quarter award (in partnership with Sunrise Rotary) for a retail‑theft investigation that led to identification, arrest and recovery of stolen goods.

Each award citation highlighted teamwork, interagency coordination and the impact on public safety. Council members praised the department and thanked the officers for service to the community.