The Cedar Hill Police Department (CHPD) celebrated not only their annual banquet but also a monumental anniversary, marking half a century since the department's inception. The evening was a tribute to the CHPD's enduring legacy and service, featuring an Honor Table with three badges, each symbolizing an era of police work in the community. According to the Cedar Hill Police Department, the centerpiece was a replica of the original badge worn by the first CHPD officer.

Representing the evolution of the department, the badge on the left as highlighted in their post, has been in service since 2010 and signifies the modern face of Cedar Hill’s policing. Attendees reflected on the department's journey through the decades, honoring those who have served and those currently wearing the badge. Their commitment to the community has been described as unwavering despite the changing tides over the years, and they celebrated not just the passage of time but the progress that has come with it.

The night was a commemoration of both the past and the present, linking generations of law enforcement officers through shared symbols and memories. It's a storied tradition that CHPD is keen on upholding, ensuring that as they stride into the future, they do so with a respectful nod to their rich history—a history that is emblematically etched into the badges that gleamed at the banquet’s Honor Table. "The badge in the center is a replica of one worn by the first officer in our history," the Cedar Hill Police Department stated with a touch of nostalgia in their celebration post.

This significant milestone serves as a reminder of the department's resilience and dedication to safety and service. Looking around the room, it was clear that the evening was not only about looking back but also forging ahead with the same honor, courage, and integrity, that defined the department since its founding, such values were a focal point of the night's speeches and the shared camaraderie among officers and community members alike really came through this was not a room divided by rank or years of service, but a united front of individuals committed to the Cedar Hill community. It was a fitting honor for a department that has played such a critical role in shaping the landscape of public safety within their locality.