MANSFIELD, OH (CRAWFORD COUNTY NOW)—The City of Mansfield is proud to announce the Municipal Building Maintenance Team as the recipients of the 2025 Civilian of the Year award. The team, consisting of Gary Utt, Tim Hieatt, Doug Bottorf, and Mario Burtin, plays an essential yet often unsung role in ensuring the success of the city’s law enforcement agency.
This dedicated team provides unwavering support to the maintenance and functionality of the city’s facilities, directly impacting the ability of law enforcement to execute their mission of protecting and serving the community. “Day in and day out, this team works tirelessly to ensure that our facilities remain safe, operational, and conducive to our daily operations,” said Gary Utt. “Whether handling critical repairs, overseeing preventative maintenance, or addressing urgent issues with minimal disruption, their efforts ensure that our agency can focus on its core mission.”
Despite their behind-the-scenes work often going unnoticed, the team’s contributions are pivotal to the success of the city’s operations. In the past year alone, they have tackled a series of significant challenges, exemplifying professionalism, expertise, and dedication to excellence.
Among their notable achievements:
- Constructing a Gazebo at the Outdoor Range: This creative and resourceful project enhanced the functionality and aesthetic appeal of the city’s outdoor facilities.
- Assisting with Personnel Moves: During a year of numerous personnel relocations, the team coordinated with the administration to ensure smooth transitions, minimizing disruption and maintaining operational efficiency.
- Repainting the Training Facility: When the walls of the training facility were damaged, the team not only repaired and repainted the space but also revitalized it to provide a fresh and welcoming environment for staff.
- Transforming Critical Areas: The team completely transformed locker rooms, the SWAT armory, and weight rooms, creating spaces that are both functional and comfortable for team members.
Throughout a year of significant changes and upgrades to the city’s facilities, the team collaborated seamlessly with agency leadership, outside vendors, and other departments, ensuring that all projects were completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Their proactive approach, attention to detail, and exceptional problem-solving skills have been a constant source of support for the agency.
What truly sets this team apart is not just their technical expertise but their positive attitudes and dedication to making the agency a better place to work. Their enthusiasm is contagious and has directly contributed to improved morale across the division.
This team exemplifies the highest standards of professionalism and teamwork. Their contributions have had a lasting, positive impact on the agency and its ability to serve the community effectively. For their exceptional service, dedication, and unwavering support, the City of Mansfield is proud to honor the Municipal Building Maintenance Team as the 2025 Civilian of the Year award recipients.