Lombard Police Earns 10th National Law Enforcement Accreditation with Excellence Status

The Lombard Police Department is proud to announce that it has been awarded national accreditation for the 10th term and was selected to receive the Accreditation with Excellence Award by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). CALEA Accreditation is known as the gold standard in public safety, with less than 5% of accredited police departments earning the Excellence Award.

“This reaccreditation, now more than ever, shows our consistency, commitment, and ongoing focus on increasing community confidence in the policies and practices of our department,” commented Lombard Police Chief Roy Newton. “I attribute this award to the professionalism and assurance to excellence our police officers work towards every day to serve our community under the highest standards in public safety.”

Police Department Lobby Closed for Construction

The Lombard Police Department’s main lobby at 235 E Wilson Ave will be closed to the public beginning at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 3 to 7:00 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 6 for construction. During this time, residents seeking assistance may speak to police department staff by calling (630) 873-4400 or by using the phone located outside the front doors of the police department.

As a reminder, anyone requiring immediate assistance from the police, fire department, or an ambulance should call 911.

Parkside Avenue Road Closure Begins Next Week

Parkside Ave between Main St and Charlotte St will be closed from Dec. 6 through Dec. 20 by the Holladay Construction Company. During this closure, a crane will again be set for building construction. A detour will be in place to direct motorists around the block on Charlotte St, Maple St and Main St.

Please note, pedestrians will not be impacted and will have uninterrupted access throughout the closure. Access to the commuter parking spaces and the three residential driveways will remain accessible from Charlotte St as “local traffic.”

Free Fall Leaf Program Ends Dec. 10

Lombard’s annual six-week free leaf pick-up for residents began Monday, Nov. 4, and ends Friday, Dec. 10.

After Dec.10, any bags of leaves that are put out will require a yard waste sticker. The general Yard Waste Program ends on Dec. 17.

Upcoming Holiday Events

JingleBell Jubilee
Saturday, December 4, 5:30 p.m.
Downtown Lombard & Lilacia Park

Fire Department Toy Parade
Saturday, December 11, 10:30 a.m.
Main Street, south from St. Charles Rd.