Nomination submissions for the 2010 Heroes of Denton County Firefighter, Law Enforcement Officer & Telecommunicator of the Year Awards ended June 25, 2010.

Every year the fire departments and law enforcement agencies of Denton County nominate one person who has demonstrated outstanding service to their community within the past year. The Firefighter and Law Enforcement Officer of the Year are selected from among those nominated. The nominees are recognized with an award for their excellence and contribution to the community. 

All Fire Department and Law Enforcement Agencies of Denton County are invited to nominate any individual from their department who has demonstrated outstanding service to their department and to the community within the past year. One Firefighter and one Law Enforcement Officer are honored on the evening of the Annual Heroes of Denton County Recognition Banquet. 

Fire and Law Enforcement Requests for Complimentary Tickets

The 9^th Annual Heroes of Denton County Awards & Recognitions Gala is being held
Thursday, September 30^th, 2010 at 7:00PM at The Ballroom of the Speedway Club overlooking Texas Motor Speedway. Our keynote speaker will be Capt. Richard Phillips who was rescued by U.S. NAVY SEALs from his kidnapping by Somali pirates.

Through the generous support of our table sponsors, “Heroes” invites active Denton County First Responders to attend the banquet with one adult guest at no cost. Once completed, this form will REQUIRE the signature of the Department Chief and MUST BE FAXXED to 972-219-3683 by 4:00PM on Friday, August 27^th, 2010. 

PLEASE NOTE THAT: Due to overwhelming interest, and attendance, we have been at over capacity in the event venue the last 3 years. As such, this year we are mandated to impose a limit on the number of complimentary reservations that will be accommodated. In an effort to streamline the event "check-in" process, we will NOT be providing physical tickets. ALL ATTENDEES will be ‘checked-in’ from compiled departmental sign-in sheets. Your accommodation of this process change is required, and gratefully acknowledged.

Please click below to download the 2010 Heroes Departmental Ticket Form (PDF):

The Denton County Fire Chiefs Funeral Committee (DCFCFC) is available at all times to answer questions or assist in firefighter funeral matters. This committee has been formed to assist the Fire Chief and members of Denton County Fire departments who have experienced a line-of-duty death. We offer our assistance, understanding and support. Our goal is to help shoulder the burden.

This assistance can include, but is not limited to, providing materials and personnel to properly decorate the facilities and procession units. We have compiled a data base of resources that will be available to all who ask regardless of affiliation with Denton County; however, our ability to commit resources at this time is limited to Denton County. The Denton County Fire Chiefs are available to assist with the documentation and reporting requirements, securing fill-ins and an honor guard. Additionally, the Denton County Fire Chiefs are available to provide guidance on how to organize a command staff to accomplish all of the critical tasks associated with planning and conducting a funeral for a fallen firefighter. There are no fees for this assistance and or suggested fire service funeral guidelines. The Denton County Fire Chiefs Funeral Committee may be contacted through the Office of the Denton County Fire Marshal.

The DCFCA Line-of-Duty Death Assistance and Information Proposed Funeral Guidelines and Funeral Officer Program Document can be accessed HERE (PDF).