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Home My WebLink AboutPublic Safety Packet 2026 09-03-26 - supplemental packet 1 Have a question or comment about this agenda item? Call us Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm at 630-553-4350, email us at agendas@yorkville.il.us, post at www.facebook.com/CityofYorkville, tweet us at @CityofYorkville, and/or contact any of your elected officials at http://www.yorkville.il.us/320/City-Council Agenda Item Summary Memo Title: Meeting and Date: Synopsis: Council Action Previously Taken: Date of Action: Action Taken: Item Number: Type of Vote Required: Council Action Requested: Submitted by: Agenda Item Notes: Reviewed By: Legal Finance Engineer City Administrator Community Development Economic Development Police Public Works Parks and Recreation Agenda Item Number New Business #1 Tracking Number PS 2026-15 Monthly Report Review for June and July 2026 Public Safety Committee – September 3, 2026 Informational None James Jensen Chief of Police Name Department Revised Information – distributed 8/31/26 page 21 has been revised YORKVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT Monthly Report July 2026 Chief of Police James Jensen 651 Prairie Pointe Dr Yorkville, IL 60560 MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Yorkville Police Department is to work in partnership with the community to protect life and property, assist neighborhoods with solving their problems, and enhance the quality of life in our city. ORGANIZATIONAL CHART Facebook Post (July 3, 2026): Dog was located in the parking lot of south Walgreens. Please contact the Yorkville Police Dept. Update: The owner of the dog was located. Facebook Post (July 4, 2026): Yorkville Public Works has been called out due to the large amount of rain and flooding in various streets in town. We would ask motorist for their patience and to use caution while traveling. Facebook Post (July 6, 2026): Getting started on a Monday morning after a holiday can sometimes be a challenge... but not today! This morning, we were privileged to welcome Officer Nicholas Godlewski to the Yorkville Police Department as our newest patrol officer. Officer Godlewski was officially sworn in with his family by his side to share in this special milestone. Officer Godlewski joins YPD as a certified police officer and will immediately begin field training as he starts serving the Yorkville community. Please join us in welcoming Officer Godlewski to the team! We're grateful you chose YPD and look forward to all you will bring to our department and our community. Welcome to the YPD family, Officer Godlewski! Facebook Post (July 18, 2026): There will be an increased police presence in the 100 block of West Hydraulic Street this morning as officers investigate an incident that occurred earlier today. This is not an active incident. All individuals involved are in custody, and there is no threat to the public. Thank you for your patience as officers complete their investigation Facebook Post (July 28, 2026): Route 47 at Hydraulic Ave The railroad crossing at this intersection is malfunctioning and the gates are currently down. Officers assisting with traffic control and calls have been placed to the railroad regarding this issue. Please consider an alternate route until the issue is resolved. Thank you for your patience. Facebook Post (July 29, 2026): UPDATE: As of 10:30am the gates have raised and the roadway has reopened. TRAFFIC ALERT: ROUTE 47 / HYDRAULIC AVENUE The railroad crossing gates in downtown Yorkville are again malfunctioning causing traffic delays. The railroad has been notified and we're working with them to get the situation resolved. Please avoid that area if possible. Facebook Post (July 29, 2026): Missing your keys? We may have them! A good Samaritan turned in a set of car keys that were found yesterday afternoon on the northwest corner of Route 71 and Eldamain Road. If you think they might be yours, contact us. We may ask you a few questions to verify ownership before returning them—after all, we don't want to give them to just anyone! Facebook Posts Facebook Post (July 3, 2026): Traffic Crash Route 30 at Route 47 Update: Roadway is open. Update: Eastbound traffic will be blocked for a short period of time due to the tow. Thank you for your patience. Original Post: Yorkville Police are on the scene of a single vehicle crash on Route 30 just east of Route 47. The initial investigation indicated that the driver of the vehicle was eastbound, lost control, and ended up in a ditch on the south side of the roadway. The driver was treated and released at the scene by Bristol-Kendall Fire Department. The roadway is currently open as officers are standing by for a tow. Facebook Post (July 4, 2026): What a way to celebrate America's 250th birthday Yorkville! We started the day with the honor of leading our community's parade and ended it with an incredible fireworks display! Whether this was your first Independence Day (we have photo proof!) or your 250th (and if that's the case, we'd love to meet you! ), or anywhere in-between, we hope your Fourth of July was filled with family, friends, and great memories. Enjoy the rest of your holiday weekend, and thank you to everyone who helped make the celebration so special! Facebook Post (July 14, 2026): Found Cat 500 block of Hydraulic Ave. If you have any owner information, please contact the Yorkville Police Department at 630-553-4340. Facebook Post (July 17, 2026): It's always a great time spending time with our friends at the Yorkville Area Chamber of Commerce Especially when they're willing to step into the shoes of a police officer! We had the opportunity to put local business owners through the paces using our VirTra training simulator, giving them a firsthand look at the split-second decision making officers face through realistic, scenario-based training. You all did a fantastic job! On behalf of everyone at the Yorkville Police Department, thank you for the strong partnership you continue to foster with us. We truly appreciate the relationship we share and your ongoing support in making Yorkville such a great community to serve. Facebook Post (July 21, 2026): Back-to-School Safety Tip In Illinois, you must stop when approaching a school bus with its red lights flashing and stop arm extended from either direction, unless you’re on the opposite side of a divided highway. Passing a stopped school bus is not only dangerous—it’s against Illinois law and carries significant penalties. Every stop arm is protecting a child. Please stop. Facebook Post (July 22, 2026): Back-to-School Safety Tip Please park responsibly around our schools. Illinois law prohibits parking: • In crosswalks • Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant • In front of driveways • In designated fire lanes or bus loading zones • Where signs prohibit If you have to ask, “Can I park here?”…it’s probably best not to. Facebook Post (July 23, 2026): NO STUDENT PARKING A friendly reminder as we head back to school: There is NO student parking at the Beecher Center or the Yorkville Public Library. Please take a moment to review the attached information and make sure you know where parking is and, just as importantly, where it isn’t. Let’s keep traffic moving, emergency access clear, and our school grounds safe for everyone! Facebook Post (July 24, 2026): We're Hiring! Ready to make a difference? ... it's time to go to work. The Yorkville Police Department is looking for dedicated, professional men and women who are committed to service, integrity, and excellence. If you're ready to begin your career in law enforcement, we want to hear from you. Apply today and take the first step toward joining the YPD team: https://www.applytoserve.com/Application.aspx?ID=808 Facebook Post (July 27, 2026): Back to School Safety! Today's post includes Yorkville High School and Yorkville High School Academy student pick-up and drop-off maps. Please follow the designated traffic pattern, obey staff directions, and avoid dropping students off in the middle of the street! Facebook Post (July 28, 2026): Facebook Post (July 28, 2026): Yorkville Middle School student pick-up and drop-off maps! We appreciate everyone's patience during those busy morning and afternoon rushes! Slow down, stay alert, and let's work together for a safe school year! Facebook Post (July 30, 2026): We'd like to extend a HUGE thank you to Mars Wrigley of Yorkville for their donation of Skittles for National Night Out! Stop by the police tent at National Night Out next Tuesday for complimentary Skittles! National Night Out will be held at Riemenschneider Park (600 Hayden Drive, behind the police station) on Tuesday, August 4th, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. M-23 2018 Malibu Deputy Chief 46,737 47,460 723 M-24 2022 Explorer Patrol 57,855 59,341 1,486 M-25 2022 Explorer Patrol 66,350 69,280 2,930 651 Prairie Pointe Dr Yorkville, IL 60560