Crime & Safety
New Will County Sheriff Announces Promotions
Sheriff Mike Kelley makes his picks for command staff.
Will County Sheriff Mike Kelley, who was sworn in Dec. 1 after defeating Deputy Chief Ken Kaupas in the November election, last week announced that he has completed promotions of command staff who will assist him during his term.
The following staff have been promoted, according to Kelley:
- Undersheriff: Robert Contro
- Deputy Chief of Enforcement Division: Thomas Budde
- Deputy Chief of Support Services: Jerry Nudera
- Deputy Chief of Special Operations and Investigations: Richard Ackerson
Adult detention facility command staff:
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- Chief Deputy Warden: Bradley Josephson
- Deputy Chief of ADF Operations: Stuart Taylor
- Deputy Chief of ADF Support Services: Dale Santer
“I want to thank all of the outgoing administrators for their many years of dedication and service to our department,” Kelley said in a press release. “As I look to the future I am committed to new challenges and for the opportunity to increase efficiency within the Sheriff’s Office. Together with my new command staff, I am confident that our years of experience, knowledge, professionalism, and dedication, will be met with the main focus on quality of life, safety, and security for all residents of Will County.”
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