The Village of Algonquin, IL

The Algonquin Police Department was recently honored with first place in the annual Illinois Traffic Safety Challenge. The Illinois Traffic Safety Challenge is a prestigious program coordinated by the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police Traffic Committee. It aims to promote excellence in traffic safety through friendly competition among law enforcement agencies of similar size across the state.

The Algonquin Police Department submitted a comprehensive presentation highlighting its efforts in key traffic safety areas, including Occupant Restraint, Speed Enforcement, and Impaired Driving Prevention. The submission showcased the Village’s dedication to promoting safer roadways through robust Policies and Guidelines, thorough Officer Training, impactful Public Information and Education, and Officer and Citizen Recognition. Enforcement activities and the overall effectiveness of these efforts were also meticulously documented.

"We are incredibly proud of the Algonquin Police Department for this well-deserved recognition,” stated Village President Debby Sosine. “Their dedication to keeping our roads safe and reducing traffic-related incidents reflects the core values of our community. This award is a testament to every officer's hard work and commitment."

Chief Dennis Walker echoed this sentiment, adding, "Our officers work tirelessly to ensure traffic safety remains a top priority in Algonquin. This award demonstrates our department's commitment to innovative problem-solving and public education, all to save lives. I am proud of the entire team for their efforts and continued dedication to protecting our community."

Agencies are evaluated on their ability to reduce crashes and injuries in their jurisdictions through a multifaceted approach, including enforcement, public information, and departmental policies. The program targets three major traffic safety priorities: occupant protection, speeding, and impaired driving.

Congratulations to the Algonquin Police Department for its well-deserved recognition and continued efforts to ensure the safety of our roadways.

About the Illinois Traffic Safety Challenge

The Illinois Traffic Safety Challenge, supported by a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration grant and administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation, recognizes law enforcement agencies' creativity and innovation in traffic safety. The program encourages agencies to set safety goals, develop impactful programs, and share successful strategies.