The Tanana Chiefs Conference Public Safety Department is proud to recognize four members of our team who received statewide recognition during the annual Village Public Safety Officer (VPSO) Awards Luncheon held in Anchorage on October 14, 2026.
First Sergeant David Atteberry was named the 2026 VPSO Program Coordinator of the Year, an award recognizing exceptional leadership, collaboration, innovation, and commitment to the success of the Village Public Safety Officer Program. Through his support of officers across the TCC region, commitment to program development, and dedication to strengthening public safety services in rural Alaska, Atteberry has helped advance the success and growth of the VPSO program.
Alaska Department of Public Safety VPSO Division Director James Hoelscher praised Atteberry’s leadership and partnership, noting, “Managing the largest VPSO program in the state requires sound judgment, persistence, and the ability to bring people together around a shared purpose. David has consistently demonstrated these qualities while maintaining an exceptionally strong working relationship with the State of Alaska.”
Regional Public Safety Officer Nathan Becker received a Director’s Commendation for Honorable Service in recognition of his outstanding leadership, professionalism, and commitment to public safety in rural Alaska. As TCC’s Regional Public Safety Officer and Training Officer, Becker has played a vital role in mentoring officers, enhancing training opportunities, and supporting public safety efforts throughout the region.
First Sergeant Mark Haglin was also awarded a Director’s Commendation for Honorable Service for his exceptional dedication to Alaska’s rural communities and his tireless work supporting missing person investigations. His work has helped reunite families and provided critical assistance to families and communities during times of need.
Village Public Safety Officer Emir De Bose received a Director’s Commendation for Honorable Service in recognition of his outstanding dedication to the VPSO program and the communities he serves. Through his contributions to officer training, public safety operations, emergency response efforts, and specialized K-9 services, De Bose has consistently demonstrated professionalism, initiative, and a strong commitment to public service.
While these awards recognize individual accomplishments, they also reflect the dedication of the entire TCC Public Safety team. The statewide recognition of four TCC personnel is a testament to the professionalism, leadership, and unwavering commitment demonstrated throughout the department every day. Together, they embody TCC’s mission through service to Tribal communities, fostering safer villages, stronger partnerships, and healthier futures for the people of Interior Alaska.