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Chicago Heights administers oaths to newly promoted and appointed police officers

Chicago Heights City Council · May 20, 2026
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Summary

Mayor David Gonzalez and City Clerk Rachel Vega administered the oath of office to Detective Ryan Zurisk (Administrative Commander) and Patrol Officers Melissa Dupree, David Tobin and John Sherlock; Officer Richard Graziano was absent from the meeting.

Mayor David Gonzalez and City Clerk Rachel Vega administered oaths to newly promoted and appointed police personnel during the May 20 council meeting. Police Superintendent Matthew Gainer introduced Commander Ryan Zurisk's background before the oath; Rachel Vega administered the oath to Detective Zurisk (to Administrative Commander). The clerk then administered the oath to Patrol Officers Melissa Dupree, David Tobin and John Sherlock; Patrol Officer Richard Graziano was noted as absent from the meeting.

Mayor Gonzalez congratulated the officers and Chief of Staff Karen Zerante announced a reception to follow the council meeting in their honor. The council recorded no votes on the personnel oaths; the actions were ceremonial and administrative steps to formalize promotions and appointments.