I know that people are quick to pickup the telephone or to write a letter and file a complaint when they feel that they have not been treated the way they think they should have. But not as quick to say Thank You!

On September 1st I was returning home after being deployed to Sarasota to work disaster relief after hurricane charley. I ran over something that had fallen off a truck on I-75 causing a flat tire to my car. Being from north Florida I had no phone numbers so I called *FHP, got in touch with the radio operator for a service truck to be sent, instead I got a trooper. I think that is the only time I have ever been glad to see a patrol car pull up behind me with blue lights flashing.

I would like to say a special thank you to Trooper Morris, Badge #1414 who responded and changed the tire on my car. Weather conditions were very hot that morning. He also gave me directions where I could get a replacement tire so I could get home. I am sorry to say I did not get the radio operators name who was also nice on the phone and prompt in sending the trooper. I have work with the public for 18 years and know what dedication it takes. Keep up the good work. Thanks again.

Donna L. Melgaard, RN
Community Health Nursing Director
Jefferson County Health Department
Monticello, Florida 32344