Will County Gazette

The City of Joliet Board of Fire & Police Commissioners has announced a special meeting scheduled to take place on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Joliet Police Station, Community Room, Second Floor, located at 150 W. Washington Street, Joliet, IL 60432.

During the meeting, citizens who are unable to attend have the option to email their comments in advance to publiccomment@joliet.gov. The agenda includes provisions for public participation where individuals can speak on both agenda and non-agenda items, with a maximum time limit of 4 minutes per speaker. However, it is important to note that it is not a question and answer session, and responses from staff or board members are not guaranteed.

Furthermore, the City Clerk has emphasized the importance of adhering to public speaking procedures, stating that individuals engaging in disruptive behavior may be reprimanded by the Presiding Officer and risk losing their speaking privileges.

In addition to public comments, the meeting agenda will cover topics such as the approval and signatures for the Joliet Fire Department Hiring Eligibility List correction and the hiring of fourteen police officers. The meeting will also include a closed session.

The City Clerk, Christa M. Desiderio, has assured that the meeting will be held in an accessible location and provided contact information for individuals in need of reasonable accommodations.

Overall, the upcoming City of Joliet Board of Fire & Police Commissioners meeting is set to address crucial matters related to hiring processes and public engagement, ensuring transparency and accountability within the community.