West Fargo Employee receives Samaritan Award

By City of West Fargo Staff

Ben Markey, an Operator in the City of West Fargo’s Sanitation Department received the City of West Fargo’s Samaritan Award. The Samaritan Award is given to City employees who go above and beyond the scope of their work duties to render lifesaving aid to a person in distress in West Fargo.

Ben assisted an elderly person who fell in their driveway in the morning on a sub-freezing day. He stopped his route and helped them back into their home. Ben also ensured the resident’s garbage bins were brought out and returned to the house that day. His quick action helped prevent a potentially serious situation.

Ben was honored with this award by Mayor Bernie Dardis, Public Works Director Matt Andvik, and Sanitation Manager Logan Jacobson.

Ben is the fourth City Employee to receive this award, which can be earned by any employee not in the Police or Fire Department.