The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office will hold its annual awards ceremony on Friday, March 13 at the Church of Viera, starting at 6:30 p.m. The event will be streamed live on Space Coast Daily TV. Sheriff Wayne Ivey and his command staff will present awards to officers, employees, and volunteers who have demonstrated exceptional service over the past year. The ceremony will also recognize citizens who have contributed to public safety through community efforts.
The event is expected to draw hundreds of attendees, including family members of law enforcement personnel and local leaders. Sheriff Ivey said in a statement that the ceremony provides an opportunity to celebrate the dedication of BCSO staff. “On behalf of the nearly 1,700 Brevard County Sheriff’s Office members, I would like to personally thank the family members, friends, and community leaders who will join us tonight,” Ivey said. “Your attendance and continued support for our law enforcement profession’s outstanding men and women is greatly appreciated.”
The awards ceremony will highlight specific acts of bravery, community service, and professional excellence. Past recipients have included deputies who intervened in critical incidents, volunteers who assist with youth programs, and citizens who have worked to reduce crime in their neighborhoods. The event is part of the sheriff’s office’s efforts to foster transparency and public engagement.
Viewers can watch the ceremony live on Space Coast Daily TV, which will broadcast from the Church of Viera. The event is free and open to the public, with seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. The sheriff’s office encourages residents to attend in person or tune in online to support first responders and community partners.