JERSEYVILLE – After more than two decades, Jerseyville will soon have a new Chief of Police.
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City Council members on Tuesday unanimously approved the appointment of Danny Green as the next Chief of the Jerseyville Police Department.
Green, who currently serves as a sergeant within the department, will replace current Chief Brad Blackorby, who has been Jerseyville Police Chief since 2004. Green’s appointment officially takes effect on Oct. 1, 2025.
Mayor Kevin Stork said Blackorby informed him months ago of his plans to retire from the department. The mayor then formed a committee to find qualified candidates to be the city’s next Chief of Police.
After interviewing six internal candidates, all of which the mayor said were “absolutely amazing,” the committee unanimously selected Green to be the next Jerseyville Police Chief.
“We are excited to appoint Danny Green as our new Chief of Police,” said Mayor Kevin Stork. “His proven leadership, deep ties to Jerseyville, and dedication to this community make him the perfect choice to lead our department forward. We also extend our sincere gratitude to all the candidates for their remarkable service and participation in this process.”
According to a press release from the City of Jerseyville, Green is a Jerseyville native and an 18-year veteran of the department who was unanimously selected for his exemplary record in community policing, K-9 policing, and leadership as a sergeant. “His deep-rooted understanding of our community’s needs, coupled with his strategic vision for public safety, made him the standout choice,” the release states.
"I was born and raised in Jerseyville, and I’m proud to now be raising my own family here. It has been an honor to serve this community as a police officer, and I look forward to continuing that service in this expanded role as Police Chief," Green said.
The mayor added that Green will be officially sworn in when Blackorby retires, which falls on the City Council meeting of Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025.
