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St. Clair County honors telecommunicator after midnight delivery assistance
Summary
The St. Clair County Commission and Sheriff Billy Murray presented a commendation to telecommunicator Hannah Garrison for guiding a caller through an unassisted delivery on March 30, 2026. Commissioners and staff praised her composure and professionalism.
The St. Clair County Commission on April 28 presented a formal commendation to telecommunicator Hannah Garrison for assisting a 39‑year‑old woman during an in‑home childbirth on March 30, 2026, at about 00:14.
Chairman Bateman read the letter from Sheriff Billy Murray noting that Garrison “rose to the occasion and provided calm, clear, and effective assistance that helped guide the caller through the successful delivery of a baby without complication.” The commission signed a resolution honoring her performance and posed for photographs with Garrison and staff.
Lady Terry Dunn, supervisor for the county emergency operations/dispatch center, described Garrison’s development since joining the dispatch team in 2017 and said Garrison now serves as a trainer and night‑shift supervisor. Commissioners praised the county’s telecommunicators for their training in crisis intervention and the vital role they play in emergency response.
The commission adopted Resolution 2026‑25 to honor Garrison; the sheriff’s office provided the commendation text and was represented at the presentation. No formal policy change or additional personnel action was announced at the ceremony.
