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Portland's mayor Monday presented Starbuck cards to two downtown police officers at roll call as a way to recognize them for their handling of a mental health crisis call.

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by a witness for their handling of a mental health crisis call?

On Monday, Portland Mayor Charlie Hales attended Central Precinct's roll call to recognize the officers.

Hales handed each a $10 Starbucks card and shook their hands to thank them for the work they do.

Hales was made aware of Officer Dan Spiegel and Stuart Palmiter's actions on Jan. 21 after a witness sent him and the chief an e-mail.

The witness happened to be Daniel Ward, executive director of Oregon's Alcohol and Drug Policy Commission.

--Maxine Bernstein