FOX 21 News, KQDS-DT

SUPERIOR - Superior Police officers were recognized for a year of hard work Friday.

Both team and individual efforts were recognized at the annual Superior Police Department's awards ceremony.

A total of 24 awards were given and three officers received the Medal of Valor, the department's second-highest honor.

"For recognizing our officers' exceptional work. I think they're motivated to do the right thing and to perform their mission for this community regardless of this ceremony, but it's always good to recognize success," City Chief Charles Lagesse, Superior Police Department, said.

The Superior Police Department began recognizing their officers with an awards ceremony in 2005.