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Carol Stream swears in two police officers; board hears community events and pending FOIA/OMA changes
Summary
At the Oct. 20, 2025, Village Board meeting, Carol Stream swore in two new police officers, heard reports about volunteer street cleanups and seasonal events, and received an update on pending state amendments to the Freedom of Information Act and Open Meetings Act.
Carol Stream Mayor Dominic Savarino administered the oath of office Tuesday as the Village Board welcomed two new officers to the Carol Stream Police Department and heard a series of community updates, including adopt‑a‑highway volunteer activity, upcoming recycling and holiday events, and an update on pending state open‑government legislation.
The board heard opening remarks from a police department representative who introduced Officer Justin Barnett and an officer identified in the record only as Jacob. “The men and women of the Carol Stream Police Department are entrusted with immense responsibility, and we expect every one of them to demonstrate empathy, accountability, and respect for those they protect,” the representative said. Mayor Savarino later told the officers, “Congratulations to both of you, and welcome aboard.”
The newly sworn officers’ backgrounds were summarized at the meeting. Barnett was described as having more than four years of prior law…
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