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Morton Grove swears in three police supervisors
Summary
The Village of Morton Grove on Jan. 13 sworn in three promoted officers — Justin Huff to sergeant, Nicholas Hoffman to commander, and Eric Ficht to deputy chief — in a special report presented by Chief Mike Weitzel.
Morton Grove leaders and residents gathered Jan. 13 as the Village formally swore in three supervisory promotions in the Morton Grove Police Department. Chief Mike Weitzel announced the personnel changes and introduced each promoted officer to the board and attendees.
“These promotions will be Justin Huff promoted to sergeant, Nicholas Hoffman promoted to commander, and Eric Ficht promoted to deputy chief,” Chief Weitzel said, noting the appointments respond to the department’s need for “experienced, capable leaders into roles of increased responsibility.”
The board administered the oath to the officers and family members joined them at the podium for photographs. Justin Huff described his 12 years with the department and cited prior assignments including patrol, digital forensics and training roles. Nicholas R. Hoffman recounted 19 years with the department and work on officer wellness and traffic enforcement. Eric Ficht, a 22-year veteran, said he appreciated colleagues and family who supported his career.
The promotions were presented as continuity-building moves intended to support supervision, training and community trust. No formal vote on the promotions is recorded in the transcript; the event was presented as a special report and ceremonial swearing-in. The board moved on to regular business after the introductions.
