Congratulations to Driver Engineer Ryan Verdecia, recipient of the City of Coral Gables "Firefighter of the Month Award," for the month of April 2026

CITY OF CORAL GABLES Fire Department March 5, 2026 Driver Engineer Ryan Verdecia A Shift Dear Driver Engineer Verdecia.: Congratulations! You have been selected as April's Firefighter of the Month for your meritorious display ofjob performance, specifically for your initiative, leadership, and dedication to the fire service. You have been an outstanding representative of the Coral Gables Fire Department during your participation in SWAT school. Your dedication and performance have been exemplary, and you will be a valuable asset to the Coral Gables SWAT Team. You are responsible, dependable, and have such a positive attitude. The Fire Department has recognized you for your inspiring efforts and selected you as Firefighter of the Month for April 2026. You will be formally presented as Firefighter of the Month for April at our Commission Meeting scheduled for April 14, 2026. Please plan to arrive at City Hall by 8:30 a.m. As Firefighter of the Month, you will receive 12 additional annual leave hours. Once again, the City of CoralGablesand the Firefighter of the Month Selection Committee congratulate Fire Chief dig cc: Clifford R. Friedman, Director of Human Resources Mike Rocha, Video Production Manager Fire Department/Payroll Section Finance Department/Payroll Section 21§1 SALZEDO STREET ¢ CORAL GABLES, FL 33134* P.O. BOX 141549 » CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33114-1549 ¢ TEL. 305-442-1600