Police Chief of the Year 
List of Winners

This program was established in 2015 to recognize chiefs who have made a significant contribution to their communities, their departments, the law enforcement profession, and the association.

2025
Chief Schenita Stewart, Evanston PD

2024
Chief Ray Cordell, Oakwood Hills PD

2023
Chief Terry Lemming, Beecher PD

2022
Chief James R. Kruger, Jr., East Dundee PD. Formerly chief of the Oak Brook PD.

2021
Chief Kenny Winslow, Springfield PD

2020
Chief Marc Maton, Lemont PD

2019
Chief Eric Van Hook, O'Fallon PD

2018
Chief Eric J. Guenther, Mundelein PD

2017
Chief Nicholas Gailius, Fairview Heights PD

2016
Chief Timothy McCarthy, Orland Park PD