After 21 years of dedicated service, Sandoval County Fire Rescue (SCFR) Captain Shannon Farrell was recognized at the August 26, 2026 Sandoval County Commissioner Meeting. SCFR Chief Chris Bagley spoke to the Commissioners about her career and her achievements.

"Shannon has been an integral part of SCFR since its early years, helping shape the department and the people within it. Throughout her career, she has served our community with compassion, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to patient care. Her contributions include helping establish and build SCFR’s Community Paramedic Program, developing the department’s K-9 program, mentoring countless firefighters and paramedics, and setting a standard for patient care and bedside manner that few can match," says Chief Bagley.

From left: SCFR Fire Chief Christopher Bagley and Captain Shannon Farrell

Sandoval County Community Services Director Jayme Catanach joined Chief Bagley in presenting a certification thanking Farrell's hard work and commitment.

From left: SCFR Fire Chief Chris Bagley, Community Services Director Jayme Catanach, and Captain Shannon Farrell.
Back row (from left): Jesie Masterson and daughters Brianna and Chloe, Sandoval County Commissioner Katherine A. Bruch, District 1, Michael Meek, District 3, Vice Chair Jon Herr, District 2, Chair Jordan Juarez, District 4
Front Row (from left): SCFR Fire Chief Chris Bagley, Captain Shannon Farrell, Battalion Chief Gabriel Hernandez, Battalion Chief Adam Quinn, Battalion Chief Lauren Zabicki, and SCFR Fire Fighters Eric Gallegos and George Guerrero