Police Beat 8150

Hello and Welcome to Police Beat 8150. I am Sergeant Tyler Gratz, the primary contact and Beat Coordinator of 8150. I have been a sworn peace officer since 2013, and was hired by the Palatine Police Department in 2017.  During this time, I have served as a Patrol Officer, a Field Training Officer, and a Firearms and Training Instructor.  I am currently assigned as a midnight shift supervisor working from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.

Location

Geographically, Beat 8150 is located in the northwest section of Palatine, roughly north of Northwest Highway and west of Hicks Road. It consists of many apartment and condominium communities as well as single family neighborhoods and retail establishments. Some points of interest around the beat are the Palatine Public Library, Palatine Hills Golf Course, the Palatine Stables, and Eagle Pool. Schools within 8150 include Sundling Junior High and Lincoln Elementary.

Running through a large portion of Beat 8150 is the western section of the Palatine Bicycle Trail. Specially trained Bike Officers patrol the path to interact with residents and help keep it safe. In addition, officers from the 8150 team meet with neighborhood watch groups, attend block parties with residents, interact with business owners and work together with school officials on a regular basis.

Further Information

I strongly believe to maintain a positive relationship with the community and to keep our streets safe, our police officers must be present, eager to listen, and strive for open dialogue.  Our job is easier when we foster relationships with members of our community to solve problems.  If you have a neighborhood concern, or would like officers present for a meeting or event, please know you may always contact me or any of the members of the 8150 team.  I can be reached by calling 847-359-9000.