Welcome new Assessor, Victor Morales

Please join us in welcoming Victor Morales as the Township’s Assessor. Today, January 1, marks his first day in this role, and we congratulate him as he continues serving the community after seven years as Chief Deputy Assessor.

Victor grew up in the Schaumburg Township area and began volunteering with the Village of Hanover Park as a teenager under the administration of the late Mayor Sonya Crawshaw. He is an alumnus of Anne Fox School and Jane Addams Jr. High School, and he enjoys being actively involved in the local community. He and his wife have four children, and he is an active member of Holy Archangels Parish. A former basketball coach and co-Athletic Director at St. Hubert Catholic School, Victor currently serves on the boards of both the District 54 Education Foundation and St. Hubert Catholic School. Ultimately, faith, family, and a dedication to service are essential values to him.

UPCOMING EVENTS

DAILY UPDATES

DPI - September 2, 2025

Know Your Rights:

· Federal immigration crackdowns are meant to intimidate. Illinois Democrats believe every family deserves safety, dignity, and the knowledge to protect themselves.

· Everyone in Illinois, regardless of immigration status, has constitutional rights.

· Understanding and asserting these rights is critical during law enforcement encounters.

· Share this information with members of your community to help residents stay informed and aware of their rights.

What To Do If Confronted By A Police Officer Or Immigration Agent:

· Individuals have the right to remain silent and don’t have to answer questions about their immigration status.

· Residents may show any valid immigration documentation to an immigration agent who asks to see them.

· If arrested, individuals have the right to say they wish to remain silent until speaking with a lawyer.

DPI - September 2, 2025

What To Do If Police Officers Or Immigration Agents Come To Your Home

· Residents do not have to open their door if the agents show up at their door without a warrant.

· Ask why agents are there. Residents may request to speak through an interpreter if agents don’t speak their language.

· If law enforcement has a warrant signed by a judge they may enter. If they do not have a warrant signed by a judge, residents may refuse to let them enter. Important Reminders

· If arrested, residents have the right to speak with a lawyer before making any decisions or signing any documents.

· It’s recommended residents carry valid information, including immigration papers and work permits, at all times.

· Residents should write down as much information as possible if they feel their rights were violated during an encounter with law enforcement.