Congratulations to Communications Manager Mandi Schlensker on receiving a Chief's Commendation.  Mandi was on duty alone in the dispatch center on March 27, 2023 when a call came in from a man stating his wife was in labor and they were on the highway heading north. Because the labor progressed so quickly they had pulled over and with Mandi's guidance the baby was safely delivered just minutes later.  Trinidad Ambulance arrived shortly after and transported mother and baby to the hospital.

During this time Mandi was also assisting LASO Deputies with a call involving a domestic situation as well as assisting Fisher's Peak Volunteer Fire with an accident. Mandi's experience, quick thinking and ability to stay calm under pressure were instrumental in the successful handling of all these calls for service. 

Great job!