Will County Gazette

The City of Joliet Board of Fire & Police Commissioners held a meeting on December 11, 2020. The meeting took place at the Joliet Police Station in the Community Room on the Second Floor. The Board members present were Quinn Adamowski, Brad Price, John Lukancic, Janean Jackson, and John Stefanski.

During the meeting, citizens were given the opportunity to speak on agenda items and non-agenda items. However, it was clarified that this was not a question and answer session, and the Board members and staff did not generally respond to public comments. The City Clerk provided the public speaking procedures, emphasizing that speakers engaging in disruptive behavior would be called to order by the Presiding Officer and may lose the opportunity to speak.

One of the items discussed during the meeting was the promotions within the Joliet Police Department. Effective December 14, 2023, four officers were promoted to the rank of Sergeant. Officer Brian Matichak, Officer Eric Hunt, Officer Michael Botzum, and Officer Donald McKinney were all elevated to the position of Sergeant.

The meeting also included a closed session, during which the hiring of one Firefighter Paramedic for the Joliet Fire Department was discussed. Details of the closed session were not disclosed in the public portion of the meeting.

Following the closed session, another public comment period was held, allowing citizens to express their views on non-agenda items. Similar to the earlier comment period, it was reiterated that this was not a question and answer session, and the Board members and staff did not generally respond to public comments.

The meeting concluded with an adjournment announcement. It was emphasized that the meeting location was accessible, and individuals needing reasonable accommodations should contact the City Clerk.

Overall, the City of Joliet Board of Fire & Police Commissioners meeting addressed important issues such as police department promotions and the hiring of a Firefighter Paramedic. The meeting provided an opportunity for citizens to voice their concerns and opinions, ensuring transparency and accountability within the community.

Source: City of Joliet Board of Fire & Police Commissioners Meeting

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