Police Department
Mission
The preservation of peace and the protection of the lives and property of the citizens of the City of Monmouth.
A Message From the Chief
Thank you for visiting the Monmouth Police Department website. If you are a new resident or a visitor, you will find Monmouth to be a friendly, safe, welcoming community. I can attest to those qualities having just moved to Monmouth in 2012. Upon my arrival, I found a police department that was well trained and involved in the community. You will see officers on patrol in cars, on bikes and on foot. We strive to maintain visible patrols both to deter crime and also to engage the community and keep in touch with neighborhood residents. Good policing is maintaining a trusting relationship with residents so they feel comfortable reaching out with their concerns. In 2013 the number of offenses that make up our crime rate dropped over twenty percent and other offenses dropped over seven percent.
I am proud of the members of the Monmouth Police Department. I see their commitment everyday as 911 operators answer emergency calls for fire, ambulance and police emergencies. I see officers working to solve a citizen’s problem, respond to an emergency, and enforcing traffic laws. I see their involvement in community organizations. The Police Department and the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge partner in sponsoring a great family event which is the annual Fishing Derby for the youth, the annual Cops and Kids program at Christmas, and the Power for Seniors luncheon. You can find us in schools talking to classes, speaking at service organization meetings, speaking to a class at Monmouth College or helping scouts earn merit badges. I am also proud of our volunteer City of Monmouth/Warren County Auxiliary Police, who put in many hours in the course of a year assisting us wherever they are needed.
If you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions, give us a call or stop in to chat. We are here 24 hours a day, seven days a week for you and your family.
Bill Feithen
Police Chief
About the Department
19 Full-Time Officers
Our department has a Chief, Deputy Chief, Lieutenant, three Sergeants, two Investigators, Western Il Task Force Officer, and ten Patrol Officers, plus:
- One full-time public service officer
- Eight full-time dispatchers
- Three part-time dispatchers
- One full-time administrative assistant
- One full-time janitor
Bike Patrol
Officers are able to patrol more efficiently on bikes during special events, where there is a high concentration of pedestrians such as Bacon Fest, the annual car show, and the Prime Beef Festival. Police cyclists are also used for special details including surveillance and alcohol and tobacco compliance checks.
Police Department Contact Numbers
Emergency Services: 911
MPD non-emergency: (309) 734-8383
Crimestoppers: (309) 734-9363
MPD Fax: (309) 734-7934
Warren County Sheriff's Office: (309) 734-8506
State's Attorney's Office: (309) 734-8476
Staff
Bill Feithen
Police Chief
Phone: (309) 734-8383
Fax: (309) 734-7934
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Joe Switzer
Deputy Chief
Phone: (309) 734-8383
Fax: (309) 734-7934
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Julie Richardson
Administrative Assistant
Phone: (309) 734-8383
Fax: (309) 734-7934
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