Naperville residents are encouraged to stop by Sweet Toast Café on Wednesday, Oct. 14, for an informal meet‑and‑greet with Police Chief Jason Arres and members of the Naperville Police Department. The event runs from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the café’s location at 2035 S. Washington St., #135.
Purpose and format
Chief Arres emphasized that the gathering is meant to foster community policing through direct conversation, not a formal briefing. “Community policing starts with conversation, and I always appreciate the opportunity to sit down with residents and hear directly from them,” he said. Attendees can drop in at any time during the window, ask questions, share concerns, suggest ideas, or simply get to know the officers who serve the city.
What to expect
The “Chat with the Chief” series is a recurring outreach effort, held several times each year at various local venues. This iteration will be relaxed, with no prepared agenda or presentation. Police staff will be on hand to discuss topics ranging from neighborhood safety initiatives to traffic enforcement, and to listen to feedback on how the department can better serve families and businesses.
How to get involved
Anyone interested in attending needs only to show up at the designated time and place. No registration is required. Business owners or community leaders who would like to host a future session are invited to email the department at [email protected].
Additional information
Further details about the “Chat with the Chief” program, including future dates and locations, can be found on the Naperville Police Department’s website at naperville.il.us/npd/chatwithchief. The department hopes the series will strengthen the partnership between law enforcement and the citizens they protect, reinforcing the shared values of safety, family, and faith that underpin the community.
Original reporting: Positively Naperville (Aurora area) — read the source article.
