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Chief Chapman urges businesses and village officials in Dolton to collaborate on recurring public-safety problems

Village of Dolton meeting · February 2, 2026
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Chief Chapman said policing alone cannot solve repeat problems and urged businesses to share updated manager contact information so village staff and law enforcement can collaborate to address issues and help businesses thrive in Dolton.

Chief Chapman urged village officials and local business operators in Dolton to work together to address recurring public-safety problems, saying enforcement by itself is not enough.

"The police can't arrest our way out of situations," Chief Chapman said, adding that some individuals "don't mind going to jail" and that the village will "absolutely work with" businesses that report issues. He framed problem-solving as a…

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