The Victor Valley Transit Authority (VVTA) honored Bus Operators Damian Moody and Melody Stanley for their remarkable actions showcasing compassion and professionalism. Damian was recognized for responding to a medical emergency when a young passenger became unresponsive, efficiently contacting emergency services, which led to successful medical intervention. Melody was acknowledged for helping recover a runaway juvenile, demonstrating discretion and quick thinking while maintaining passenger comfort. VVTA leadership emphasized that these operators embody frontline workers' critical role in community safety.
Operator Damian Moody was recognized for his commendable efforts during a potentially life-threatening situation. After noticing a young passenger unresponsive on his bus, Damian made repeated attempts to wake the individual and promptly alerted his manager. When the young man still did not respond, Damian calmly contacted 911, providing precise information to emergency dispatch.
Operator Melody Stanley received her honor for assisting the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department in safely recovering a runaway juvenile. After receiving a description of the missing youth, Melody, while operating Route 41, identified the individual on her bus and discreetly contacted dispatch.
VVTA CEO Nancie Goff said, 'These two operators truly embody the heart of VVTA. Their willingness to go above and beyond shows how vital our frontline team is to this community.'
VVTA Board Chair James Noble echoed the sentiment: 'Damian and Melody are shining examples of how public transit professionals are more than just drivers - they're guardians of our riders.'
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