A Wichita Police Officer, or other police officer affiliated with the Wichita Police Department, who shall, in the line of duty, perform an act or acts in furthering the principles of law enforcement at the risk of personal injury and who shall perform this act or acts without regard for his/her personal safety but in the best interests of the public welfare, displaying outstanding bravery, intelligence or devotion to duty, or any person who, at the risk of great bodily injury or death shall assist the Wichita Police Department, displaying outstanding public interest and self-sacrifice, shall be eligible to receive and wear the Silver Wreath of Valor, which shall be the second highest award the Wichita Police Department can bestow.