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Lombard board thanks Chief Horzing as he retires; incoming leadership named
Summary
Trustees recognized Police Chief Tom Horzing for decades of service and noted incoming Chief Grange and deputy chief Renau will lead the department; Chief Horzing delivered brief remarks and thanked staff.
Trustees at the Feb. 20 Village of Lombard Board meeting publicly thanked Police Chief Tom Horzing on the occasion of his retirement and noted that Chief Grange and Deputy Chief Renau will take over leadership of the department.
Board members praised Horzing's lengthy career and contributions to village public safety. One trustee described Horzing's tenure as "an amazing career," noting roughly 25 years of service and more than 100 training sessions completed during his time with the department as reported in the meeting.
Horzing accepted the recognition and thanked the board, Village Manager Scott Niehaus and department staff. He told the board he believed the department was in good hands with the incoming leadership and acknowledged Deputy Village Manager Nicole Aranas for her support.
Why it matters: Leadership transitions at the police department may affect department priorities, staffing continuity and community policing efforts; the board described the change as a planned retirement with an internal succession in place.
What officials said and next steps: Village Manager Scott Niehaus and trustees offered thanks for Horzing's service and highlighted internal preparations for the transition. Board members expressed confidence that the shift to Chief Grange and Deputy Chief Renau will be seamless. No formal personnel vote was recorded at the public session; trustees relayed appreciation and moved on to regular business.
