Police Chief Roy Newton Announces Retirement

After a distinguished law enforcement career spanning more than three decades, Lombard Police Chief Roy Newton has announced his retirement after 37 years with the Department. His last day as chief will be March 1, 2023.  Chief Newton will be succeeded by Deputy Chief Tom Wirsing.

Newton has served as Lombard’s police chief since 2017, overseeing the department of approximately 78 staff members and directing all its operations and programs. During his tenure, he has embraced best practices and innovative methods of policing, prioritized officer morale and well-being, and has provided steadfast and dependable leadership to the men and women of the Lombard Police Department. In addition, he has been a long-standing member of the DuPage County Chiefs of Police Association, currently serving as President of the Association. 

The Village has announced that upon Chief Newton’s retirement, Deputy Chief Tom Wirsing will be sworn in as the next police chief.  Wirsing brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the Lombard Police Department and has served the Lombard Police Department for over 28 years. During his time, he rose through the ranks as a Sergeant and Lieutenant before being promoted to Deputy Chief in 2011. As deputy chief, he has been an integral component of the Police Department’s growth and professional management. 

2023 Sponsorships Available for Cruise Nights

Join the Village of Lombard as a highly visible Sponsor of this year's Cruise Nights and Summer Concerts! Our Presenting, Corporate and Kids Corner sponsorship opportunities are designed to help you increase visibility for your business and expand opportunities to connect with the community through event promotions and engagement. Please note, sponsorship applications are requested by March 10, 2023, and can be submitted at www.villageoflombard.org/sponsorships. 

The 2023 Lombard’s Cruise Nights and Summer Concerts series will kick off its 24th season this June, with 10 live outdoor concerts on Saturday evenings in downtown Lombard, in conjunction with a large display of unique and classic cars. This renowned annual event draws 500 - 1,000+ attendees on a weekly basis throughout the summer.

Grace Street Utilities Improvement Project 

Lombard Public Works will host a public meeting tonight, Thursday, February 23rd from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Village Hall (255 E Wilson Ave) to share information and answer questions related to the upcoming North Grace Street Utilities Improvement project. Attendees are encouraged to view a short PowerPoint presentation online or in the Village Hall Board Room before the meeting.  

“No Mow ‘til Mother’s Day” Initiative Launched to Support Pollinators

Residents are encouraged to participate in the new “No Mow ‘til Mother’s Day” initiative. The program invites residents to postpone mowing their lawn, or a portion of their lawn, through Mother’s Day to help support the local ecology, specifically the habitats of pollinators and other wildlife. 

Lombard residents in single-family homes who wish to participate in the program can sign up on the Village’s website at www.villageoflombard.org/nomow until April 1, 2023. Once registered, residents will receive a lawn sign and be exempt from lawn mowing code enforcement through Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 14, 2023. Regular lawn care code enforcement will resume one week after Mother’s Day and lawn signs will be collected by Village staff. 

Report Potholes and Other Concerns with SeeClickFix

Help keep our Village safe and beautiful; use SeeClickFix to report issues you come across. With over 140 reports submitted, SeeClickFix is already making a significant impact in Lombard! 

SeeClickFix is an easy way to report non-emergency issues 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Use SeeClick Fix to report concerns such as potholes, street lights, graffiti, sidewalk trip hazards, storm drain issues, code violations, and more. Simply take a photo of the problem (or just enter a brief description), and Village staff will address the issue. You will get an update via email on what is being done to resolve your reported concern.

View this SeeClickFix Video and learn more on the Village's Report a Concern page. 

Call 211 for Health and Social Services  

211 of DuPage County is a free, confidential information and referral service that provides a central access point to local health and human services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. 211 enables DuPage County residents to use an easy three-digit number to access help by phone – or via the 211 web page at 211dupage.gov.  

Residents can obtain immediate referrals to mental health services, addiction support and rehabilitation, crisis counseling, supplemental food programs, shelter and affordable housing options, employment and education support, financial support, and more.

Employment Opportunities

Is a new career in the cards for you in 2023? The Village of Lombard is seeking qualified candidates to fill the following positions: 

• Communications Specialist (Part-time)
• Facilities Technician

• Private Engineering Services - Intern

Learn more about these opportunities and discover why the Village of Lombard might be the right career move for you at www.villageoflombard.org/jobs. 

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