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University Park swears in new police officer, donates to Lions; residents raise traffic concerns on University Parkway

Village of University Park Board of Trustees · December 3, 2025
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The board swore in Lionel Smith as a new police officer and presented a donation to the University Park Lions. During public comment Lions leaders thanked the village and raised concerns about morning and evening traffic backups on University Parkway.

The Village of University Park board ceremonially swore in Lionel Smith as a police officer during its Dec. 2 meeting and presented a donation to the University Park Lions.

Mayor Rudez administered the oath and the newly sworn officer recited the pledge to support the U.S. and Illinois constitutions and to faithfully discharge the duties of the…

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