Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee, under the general direction of the Village Board, has the following duties:   

1. To advise the Village Board on policy issues relating to law enforcement operations, and the Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department, matters involving licensing and regulation, ordinances controlling public offenses and nuisances, and matters of public health. 
2. To assist the Village Board in administering and developing long-range plans for the enhancement and management of Village law enforcement and fire/EMS services. 
3. To serve as a coordinating and liaison body with government agencies, other units of government, neighborhood associations, school districts and the general public.  
4. To provide an educational role in communicating to the public the importance of public safety matters.  
5. To assist with Village emergency government services and functions, in cooperation with other emergency government officials and agencies.  
6. To assist Village staff in developing a comprehensive safety program for Village functions and personnel.  

The committee consists of five voting members, two Village Trustees, and three resident members.