Jason Barton sworn in as Shorewood police chief after 27 years with department

Jason Barton took the oath of office and was formally introduced as chief of police for the Village of Shorewood after a 27‑year career with the department. During brief remarks he thanked the mayor, trustees, village administrator and his family and said he did not take the appointment "lightly," pledging to "earn that trust each day" and to strengthen collaboration across village departments.

Barton told the board he prefers conversation over electronic messages, said he will be accessible to staff and residents and said his priorities include professionalism, compassion and integrity from the department. The mayor and trustees congratulated Barton and noted the department’s upcoming facility improvements funded in part by a DCEO grant; Barton thanked staff for supporting those initiatives and recognized the work of department leaders.