Marcie Zaman assists Chief Vodicka in presenting Life Saving Awards to, from left to right, Rocco Marciano, Mark Benaitis, Scott Sodaro, and Charles Hobart for their efforts in locating and saving the life of her 2 year old daughter Cosette at the March 27 City Council Meeting.

Newly promoted Lieutenant Charles Hobart has his Lieutenant badge pinned onto his uniform by his wife Angela while his family looks on at the March 27 City Council Meeting.

Chief of Police Alan Vodicka recently congratulated Officer Terry Murphy for 25 years of service to the City of Hickory Hills Police Department. The 25 years of service pin presented by the Chief is to be worn on Officer Murphy’s uniform as a symbol of recognition of his outstanding service to the community.

Chief Vodicka presents Officer Ryan Bajt with a Life Saving Award for his actions taken during a fire at Camelot Banquet Hall which saved two lives.

Krystyna Drozek expresses her gratitude for Officer Ryan Bajt’s actions taken during a fire at Camelot Banquet Hall which resulted in Krystyna and her sister Joanne escaping the fire without injury.

Chief Vodicka recognized Lt. Thomas Dietz for 30 years of service to the City of Hickory Hills Police Department.

Chief Vodicka and the honor guard detail read off the names of the 120 fallen peace officers in 2012 during the Peace Officer Memorial Day Ceremony on May 15, 2013, in front of the Police Station.

Sergeant Erv Wee Sit was presented with his 20 years of service pin by Chief Alan Vodicka at a recent City Council Meeting.

Chief Vodicka acknowledges Investigator Adam Gulczynski for his tireless efforts in resolving numerous residential burglaries that occurred in Hickory Hills and surrounding suburbs.

K-9 “Orry” celebrates his retirement after 5 years of loyal service to the department. K-9 handler, Officer Compton, and Chief Vodicka present “Orry” with a well deserved treat.