The Police Chiefs Association of Will County held its annual Installation Banquet/Meeting on November 3, 2022, at Tuscany Falls Banquets in Mokena, Illinois. Commander Anthony Novak (Plainfield Police Department), who was the current President of the Association, was honored with a plaque thanking him for his dedication and service to the organization during his 2021-2022 tenure.
Will County Circuit Judge Dave Carlson attended the event and officiated as the Executive Board was sworn in.
For the 2022-2023 tenure, Captain Dave Keltner (Illinois State Police) moved to the President position of the Association, Tracy Chapman (Forest Preserve District of Will County) moved to the Vice-President position, Robert “Butch” Dykstra (Rockdale Police Department) moved to the Secretary position, and John Arizzi (Lockport Police Department) was sworn in as the Sergeant-At-Arms.
The event was well-attended by members of the Association, who enjoyed fellowship and collaboration. President David Keltner thanked several members that have been great mentors to him and expressed his goal of expanding the organization.