The NC Department of Adult Correction recognized outstanding Division of Community Supervision employees on July 10 in a celebration at the McKimmon Center at North Carolina State University.
Awards were presented at the district, division and department level for Probation/Parole Officer, Chief Probation/Parole Officer, Assistant Judicial District Manager, Judicial District Manager, and awards for Above and Beyond and Heroism. You can view more photos from the event on the NCDAC Flickr page.
District Probation Officers of the Year
Division 1 Lynette Bowen District 1 Amber Bryant District 2 Rhonda Carter District 3 Ashley Singley District 4 Karen Bates District 5 Trinitra Boone District 6 James Lewis District 7 Brandon Duke District 8
| Division 2 Nicole Webb Brake District 9 Jeffrey Woodruff District 10 David Kelly District 11 Jailene Garcia District 12 Aaron Cyr District 13 Thomas Newcomer District 14 Taylor Pratt District 15 Benjamin Solomon-Stephens - District 16
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Division 3 Shamica McCollum District 17 Joshua Marklin District 18 Tyaise Newman District 19A Brandon Jackomin District 19B Brian Taylor District 20 Conner Tomlinson District 21 Meghan Norman District 22 Eli Pate District 23
| Division 4 Kisha Joyner District 24 James Best District 25 Angelyn Ortiz District 26 Gayshawna Murphy District 27 Kalla Hughley District 28 Brandon Garren District 29 Olivia Ammons District 30
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Division 1 Awards
Chief Probation/Parole Officer of the Year - Angela Jones - District 3
Assistant Judicial District Manager of the Year - Charles Raiford - District 8
Judicial District Manager of the Year - Jennifer Gallop - District 1
Division 2 Awards
Chief Probation/Parole Officer of the Year - Rosland Price - District 10
Assistant Judicial District Manager of the Year - Sommer Whitaker - District 10
Judicial District Manager of the Year - Steve Walker - District 10
Division 3 Awards
Chief Probation/Parole Officer of the Year - Alex Myers - District 22
Assistant Judicial District Manager of the Year - Chavela House - District 21
Judicial District Manager of the Year - Sherri Cook - District 21
Division 4 Awards
Chief Probation/Parole Officer of the Year - Travis Osborne - District 25
Assistant Judicial District Manager of the Year - Latasha White District 27*
*promoted to JDM in District 25 this year.
Judicial District Manager of the Year - Jessica Chitwood - District 29
Department Awards
Judicial District Manager of the Year - Steve Walker - District 10
Assistant Judicial District Manager of the Year - Chavela House – District 21
Chief Probation/Parole Officer of the Year - Alex Myers – District 22
Probation/Parole Officer of the Year - Aaron Cyr - District 13
PPO Cyr's exceptional performance, proactive approach, and selfless dedication to improving community safety and supporting his colleagues make him a true asset to the State of North Carolina. He volunteered to specialize in sex offender supervision that has allowed an important population to gain and receive appropriate supervision. He also works to assist the public in times of need through EMRT service. His commitment to service and exceptional performance extends beyond his regular duties and responsibilities.
On December 11, 2023, PPO Cyr responded to two serious accidents. In the first incident in Shallotte, NC, PPO Cyr witnessed and responded to a vehicle accident where the driver was unresponsive. He took quick action, removing the driver from the vehicle, administering Narcan, and performing life-saving measures until emergency responders arrived. Later that day also in Shallotte, he witnessed another vehicle accident involving partial water submersion. He assisted in safely removing occupants, initiated triage, and coordinated with emergency services before their arrival.
Above and Beyond Award - Michael Garbarino - District 14
PPO Garbarino is a valued and trusted, hardworking probation/parole officer who has become a mentor to his fellow co-workers in Chatham County and District 14.
Serving as Chatham County’s probation/parole officer and sex offender officer, Officer Garbarino consistently exceeds expectations in his role. His commitment to training and mentorship has not only enhanced the skills of his colleagues in District 14 but also contributed significantly to the overall improvement of community supervision operations across Division 2 and beyond. Beyond his regular duties, Officer Garbarino volunteers at events like the NC State Fair to assist in monitoring sex offenders and supporting local law enforcement agencies.
Heroism Award- Kalla Hughley - District 28
PPO Hughley is being recognized for her heroic actions during the Juneteenth event in Downtown Asheville on June 17th, 2023. PPO Hughley arrived at the event with her family and immediately intervened when a confrontation among teenagers escalated into gunfire. She courageously approached the youths involved, attempting to de-escalate the situation, and when one of them produced a gun, she swiftly alerted others nearby by yelling “Gun!”. After the shooting, PPO Hughley's training and quick thinking came into play as she applied a makeshift tourniquet to the gunshot victim, stemming severe bleeding and providing critical first aid until professional help arrived. Her calm under pressure, compassion, and effective communication with authorities ensured the victim received timely medical attention.
In the news coverage, Captain Silberman with the Asheville Police Department stated that "There happened to be an off-duty probation and parole officer at the scene, that person had training and was able to create a makeshift tourniquet to stop the victim's bleeding. They likely saved that child's life."