Police officers at Oakbrook Terrace Police Department express lack of trust in Police Chief Casey Calvello and Deputy Chief David Clark

OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. (WLS) — Oakbrook Terrace law enforcement personnel stated that a lack of morale within the department is leading to significant turnover rates and a lack of trust in the police chief and deputy chief. They have requested city officials to look into this matter.

“People are miserable and do not want to be here,” said Sgt. Nicole DeMario with Metropolitan Alliance of Police Officers Union.

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During a city council meeting on Tuesday night, Oakbrook Terrace officers voiced their concerns, particularly targeting Police Chief Casey Calvello and Deputy Chief David Clark with strong criticisms.

“We need your help so that we may serve the citizens of our community effectively, and without fear of retaliation or reprisal,” DeMario said.

Represented by the Metropolitan Alliance of Police Officers Union (MAP), the officers issued a vote of no confidence against the top two police officials in the city. They cited low morale within the police force and urged for an official investigation to be initiated.

“If you do not believe us, we implore you to hire an independent, legitimate third-party agency to investigate the patterns and practices of your police department. What you will find will be disturbing and shocking,” DeMario said.

After a back-and-forth between the mayor and council members on whether the city should act and open an investigation into the claims, a motion was made to host a special meeting for the council to later discuss.

“It was upsetting, and we’d like to get to the bottom of it,” said Oakbrook Terrace 1st Ward Ald. Joseph Beckwith.

There is no date set yet for that special meeting. ABC7 did reach out the police department and was told the police chief and deputy chief were not available for comment.