Terrence Juricic, public utilities, $166,312, 46. The case of Sgt. Members of the Joliet Police Officers Association on Wednesday voted 35-1to expelEsqueda, a move first reported by The Herald-Ledger newspaper in Joliet. A second Officer was chasing the suspects when he lost sight of them. The complaint has been investigated and on the basis of available evidence has been found to be sustained in part and not sustained in part. Joliet Police badge #24 has since been retired. Mark Boros, fire operations, $154,922, 91. On social media? These members can provide additional resources to SOS. Among the notables that pushed his total pay to nearly $230,000: Banas made $69,547 in overtime pay, $14,221 in special assignment flat rate pay, plus another $13,639 in what the city listed as "premium special assignment pay.". The Joliet Police Department had 67 police officers making more than $150,000. No Cover, All Welcome, 21+, Illinois 16 or 8-Hour Illinois Concealed Carry Classes $160, Mark Skorusa Loan Originator powered by Rocket Mortgage NMLS #2347622, Stabbing At Minooka Business, Paroled Suspect Captured In Arby's, Joliet Central High School 2022-2023 Top Ten Mr. and Ms. J Finalists, Multiple Bomb Threat For Joliet's Hollywood Casino, Angry Gunman Confronts Homeowner On Ingalls: Cops. Joliet Police Sgt. 2. 7. The decisioncomes nearly two months intoIllinois Attorney General Kwame Raoulsinvestigation into Joliets Police Department to determine whether officers there have a pattern of committing civil rights violations. Robert Mau, police operations, $173,326, 26. Additionally, Hayes makes more than $132,000 annually as the current chief of police in Elwood, according to the Illinois Better Government Association public salary database totals from 2017. He added that he'd heard about the video and was concerned because one of his trainees was involved in the arrest. Jim Blake, fire battalion chief, $162,407, 62. 7 pm. Officer Walsh was 27 years old at the time of his death, and is survived by his father, a retired Worth police officer, his mother, and two sisters. When Detective Loscheider didnt comply, the Officer fired from his shotgun, fatally wounding Detective Loscheider. Patrolman Barney was 40 years old at the time of his death, andsurvived by his wife, two daughters, parents, and two siblings. Lurry's widow, Nicole Lurry, has since filed a wrongful death suit against the city and the officers involved in the confrontation with her husband. In October, Joliet Patch broke the news that Heavener has taken out candidate petitions to run for one of the three at-large openings on the Joliet City Council in the April 6 election. Details about the following discipline cases were provided to Patch as part of the FOIA. Police located the Blazer abandoned near McKay Street and Garland Court. Frank Wascher, police operations, $172,283, 32. In the years ahead, Joliet's taxpayers may be asked to shoulder a greater burden to pay for the skyrocketing pensions at the police and fire departments as well as the ever-increasing retirement payouts for outgoing police officers. 4. David Braner, information technology director, $157,473, 73. Steven Jaeger, 37 years of service, retired July 2011*Salary for JPD pension: $139,030Original pension: $104,273Current pension: $128,242* Portion of pension goes to former spouse, Illinois Better Government Association public salary database, Deputy Chief of Administration Tab Jensen, Deputy Chief of Technical Services Brian Dupuis. According to additional recordings Joliet police released afterEsqueda leaked a portion of the squad car video, officers who arrested Lurry drovehim back to the police station instead of to a hospital, even after they believed he swallowed drugs to prevent police from finding them. Marcus Wietting, police operations, $178,703, 20. Jeff German, police detective, $171,976, 35. Like Benton and his command staff, rank-and-file officers can also build up large nest eggs of unused vacation, sick leave and comp time to squirrel away to cash out at their retirement. 51. Julie Larson and Officer Bob Mau were on the agenda for a supervisor promotion, but no vote on the matter was. Joliet police captured the following criminal defendants on outstanding warrants Thursday: 1. JOLIET, IL Joliet Police Sgt. The other nine employees making at least $150,000 work in City Hall or in public works. He often made friends of those he had arrested, and loved children. Michael Pauly, police operations, $192,562. Need to call the Joliet Police? He later rescinded the firing and demoted her, but the saga continues to play out in front of the city council and other city leadership. https://www.odmp.org/officer/18696-constable-francis-delong. The assailants then demanded a cigarette from the Officers, who quickly ordered them to keep moving. You did not report for duty until after 9 a.m. on November 20, 2019. He was a certified member of the Bicycle Patrol and International Police Mountain Bike Association, served on the Gang Violence Suppression Unit, and was a founder and member of the Joliet Police Department Softball Team. This shall include any conduct which adversely affects the morale, operations, or efficiency of the department or any conduct which has a tendency to adversely affect, lower, or destroy public respect and confidence in the department, or any department member. Daphne Duret is a reporteron USA TODAY's investigative team anda 2021-22 Knight-Wallace Reporting Fellow at the University of Michigan. Sawyer's suspension was originally recommended to be 10 days by the chief. The Joliet Fire Department had 47 firefighter paramedics. As a result, Joliet has had to cut back spending in services, such as building new sidewalks, street repairs and tearing down dilapidated houses and buildings. Christopher Botzum, police operations, $166,907, 42. Fred Offermann, fire battalion chief, $195,498. Brian Benton, 28 years of service, retired November 2018 as chief of policeSalary for JPD pension: $168,919 Original pension: $118,243Current pension: Same, $118,243, 4. Joe Alsbury, police operations, $157,518, 74. The highest pension goes to Dave Gerdes, who retired as chief in 2006. Share & Bookmark, Press Enter to show all options, press Tab go to next option, An opportunity to talk with the Police Chief, Tour the Joliet Police Department station. The complaint has been investigated and on the basis of available evidence has been found to be sustained in part and not sustained in part. George Hernandez, 38 years of service, retired March 2004Salary for JPD pension: $94,394Original pension: $70,796Current pension: $107,084, 27. No Cover, All Welcome, 21+, Illinois 16 or 8-Hour Illinois Concealed Carry Classes $160, Mark Skorusa Loan Originator powered by Rocket Mortgage NMLS #2347622, Stabbing At Minooka Business, Paroled Suspect Captured In Arby's, Joliet Central High School 2022-2023 Top Ten Mr. and Ms. J Finalists, Multiple Bomb Threat For Joliet's Hollywood Casino, Angry Gunman Confronts Homeowner On Ingalls: Cops. David Fox, police operations, $172,954, 28. Hours: 8:00am - 9:00pm Bryan Marconi, fire operations, $172,047, 34. "Members may only speak with the media about an incident by authority of this directive or by an appropriate supervisory consent," Rosado notified Heavener. We are committed to providing the highest quality of police service to our community. Since his death, the Joliet Police Department organized the Police Athletic League and the field at Plainfield and Wyoming was dedicated in his memory. Dwayne English. https://www.odmp.org/officer/8268-detective-william-e-loscheider. In 2018, the city of Joliet had to make the following six-figure retirement payouts: Joliet's Finance Department informed Patch on Tuesday that the current city property tax levy generates more than $17 million for the police pension fund and about $13.4 million for the fire pension fund. On Wednesday, there was a major new development - as the . Jerry Green, fire operations, $150,837, 116. Share & Bookmark, Press Enter to show all options, press Tab go to next option. The second highest pension goes to Fred Hayes, who replaced Gerdes as chief and retired in August 2011. He was paroled May 21, 1954, at age 81. All Current Year LODDs Joliet Police Sgt. Charles Jones, public utilities, $151,477, 111. The driver was later ticketed for failing to signal a left turn. Some of the types of calls SOS responds include, but are not limited to: Besides Joliet Police Department members being assigned to SOS, there are Officers from other Will County agencies assigned to the team as well. Steven Bajt, 30 years service, retired January 2014Salary for JPD pension: $120,357Original pension: $90,268Current pension: $101,750, 2. 4. Richard Stygar, police operations, $151,894, 108. Lastly, Koch was paid $3,756 as an education reimbursement, Joliet payroll records reflect. The complaint has been investigated and on the basis of available evidence has been found to be sustained," Roechner wrote. Joliet Police badge #305 has since been retired. Monday - Friday, Website Design By GRANICUS - Connecting People and Government. Patrick Cardwell, who retired two months later, in July. "The complaint alleges that you made inappropriate comments towards an officer. Raul Alvarez, police operations, $181,451, 14. During a rare interview with Joliet Patch's editor, Roechner said Tuesday that. Dwayne English, police spokesman, $152,081, 106. 150 W. Washington St Hours: 8:00am - 9:00pm Jeff Chignoli, fire operations, $153,018, 102. Gregory Glomb, 30 years of service, retired March 2012Salary for JPD pension: $133,262Original pension: $99,947Current pension:$119,341, 22. Clement's 25-work day suspension was reduced to a written reprimand by Hock. "The complaint was found to be sustained.". The suspect had previously stated that he would shoot Constable DeLong if he tried to arrest him again. Patch obtained the data from a Freedom of Information Act request to City Hall. Temple University Police Department. ", The complaint was filed by Police Sgt. Joliet, IL 60432 https://www.odmp.org/officer/13961-sergeant-walter-h-weiss. End of Watch: August 8th, 1954. Fosen was one of two police to get a retirement payout topping six figures for 2021. Although mortally wounded, Sergeant Weiss pulled his revolver and returned fire at the fleeing offenders. Monday - Friday, Website Design By GRANICUS - Connecting People and Government. 49. Nowak violated his department's general code of conduct regarding "Conduct unbecoming of Department members shall not be tolerated. The Fabtones. Playing a 1960s Dance Tribute. Mark Troha, fire operations, $154,324, 94. SOS can respond to any high-risk call in the Joliet area. Michael Botzum, 25 years of service, retired as a captain in January 2015Salary for JPD pension: $147,167Original pension: $91,979Current pension: $100,508, 6. You lifted an arrestee up from the ground by the handcuff chains and failed to secure your weapon prior to entering the booking area," Roechner wrote. https://www.odmp.org/officer/9777-detective-john-c-murphy. Monday - Friday, Website Design By GRANICUS - Connecting People and Government. Simonich's retirement included a city payout of $75,230 for his unused vacation, sick and comp time accruals. Mike Devito, police operations, $152,993, president of Joliet FOP Labor Council, 103. Donovan Bartelt, 32 years service, retired May 2006Salary for JPD pension: $96,358Original pension: $72,269Current pension: $103,038, 3. Service Dates: August 1, 1922 to April 7, 1924 $54,891 for his unused vacation nest egg. End of Watch: April 2, 1970. Julie Davis, 41, of Lockport, on charges of illegal narcotics and failure to appear in court. Sergeant Walter H. Weiss died of gunshot wounds suffered in attack when he was on foot patrol. Brian Dupuis, 28 years of service, retired as a deputy chief in January 2018Salary for JPD pension: $161,495Original pension: $109,009Current pension: same, $109,009, 14. Daniel Berta, fire operations, $168,077, 40. He sustained head injuries, despite the fact that he was wearing a helmet. There are also opportunities for attendees to actively participate in some of the sessions under the direct supervision of the instructor(s). 1 Fallen Officer Alexander County Sheriff's Office Cairo, IL 3 Fallen Officers Algonquin Police Department Algonquin, IL 1 Fallen Officer Alorton Police Department Alorton, IL 1 Fallen Officer Alsip Police Department Alsip, IL 1 Fallen Officer Alton Police Department Alton, IL 2 Fallen Officers Altona Police Department Altona, IL 1 Fallen Officer Leo Korczak, 33 years of service, retired March 2008Salary for JPD pension: $104,676Original pension: $78,507Current pension: $105,507, 31. SOS also utilizes specialty vehicles and equipment that requires monthly specialized training. David Starcevich, 30 years of service, retired July 2009Salary for JPD pension: $119,126Original pension: $89,345Current pension: $116,817, 43. No Cover, All Welcome, 21+, Illinois 16 or 8-Hour Illinois Concealed Carry Classes $160, Mark Skorusa Loan Originator powered by Rocket Mortgage NMLS #2347622, Stabbing At Minooka Business, Paroled Suspect Captured In Arby's, Joliet Central High School 2022-2023 Top Ten Mr. and Ms. J Finalists, Multiple Bomb Threat For Joliet's Hollywood Casino, Angry Gunman Confronts Homeowner On Ingalls: Cops. Officer Walsh had served with the Joliet Police Department for three and one-half years. WA - Feb 11, 2023. David Farmer, 30 years of service, retired January 1999Salary for JPD pension: $75,821Original pension: $56,866Current pension: $100,335, 15. Robert Mau Sr., 34 years of service, retired May 2009, Salary for JPD pension: $108,800Original pension: $81,600 Current pension: $106,469, 33. Esqueda had been on administrative leave since before his October 2020 arrest but was recently assigned to a desk job at city hall. Related Joliet Patch Story: Gunshots On Larkin, House Hit By Bullets, Romeo Nance Arrested. James Robertson, police operations, $162,783, 59. Detective Loscheider received 17 commendations, one of which was for rescuing a girl from a fire, for which he was most proud. And after everything thats happened, do I really want to be associated with them?. Wayne Clements, 34 years of service, retired April 2009Salary for JPD pension: $107,473Original pension: $80,605Current pension: $105,171, 12. In an effort to foster greater local government transparency and to keep you informed on how your city of Joliet tax dollars are being spent, Joliet Patch has compiled its annual summary of the city of Joliet's top paid employees.