Gilmer First Responders Honored

The Blue Ridge Mountains Chapter of the Georgia Society of the Sons of the American Revolution honored two Gilmer First Responders at the County Commission Meeting on Thursday, May 28, 2009.

Sheriff’s Deputy Greg Dotson was awarded the Law Enforcement Commendation Medal in recognition for his outstanding service to our community.

Gilmer Fire Department Volunteer, Paul Elder was awarded the Fire Safety Commendation Award in recognition for his outstanding service to our community through his volunteering at the Gilmer Fire and Rescue Department.

Both gentlemen were awarded medals and their names and accomplishments with be forwarded to the State and National Divisions of the Sons of the American Revolution for further recognition.

Congratulations and thanks are given to these two men and all the men and women that make up our First Responders in Gilmer County.