First Responder Community Hero Award: Ross Molesworth

Tahoe Douglas Rotary has been a part of the South Shore community since 1962, and, as are the other 1.2 million Rotarians in the world, are bound by a commong purpose, Service Above Self. The club felt it was an ideal fit to recognize police and fire professionals in the community who make sacrifies every day to serve and protect.
During the week, South Tahoe Now will highlight each of this year's winners of the inagural First Responder Community Hero Award.

The awards recognize the South Shore's local police and fire professionals who serve the community. As part of the club's 47th annual St. Patrick's Day celebration they will recognize heroes from Tahoe Douglas Fire, Douglas County Sheriff, South Lake Tahoe Fire, Lake Valley Fire, South Lake Tahoe Police, and El Dorado County Sheriff.​

The fourth winner of the Community Hero Award is South Lake Tahoe Police Officer Ross Molesworth.

"Officer Molesworth’s commitment to this community as a police officer, volunteer, and kids' coach is commendable," said SLTPD Chief Brian Uhler. "He has demonstrated the ability to take actions that are beneficial to all in our community."

Tahoe-Douglas Rotary and the First Responder Community Hero Award Sponsors are proud to donate $500 to South Tahoe National Little League and $500 to South Lake Tahoe SWAT Association in recognition of Ross’s service to the community. Harrah’s Harveys will also offer a weekend of food, lodging and entertainment to Ross to enjoy some R & R.

The other three honorees announced so far:

Al Martinez
Ron Elges
Ralph Jones