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Village, Greater Chicago Legal Clinic to Host ’Know Your Rights’ Works

Published on February 13, 2025

The Village of Oak Park has partnered with the Greater Chicago Legal Clinic to host a series of free workshops that will focus on immigration issues in and around the community. The first workshop has been scheduled for Tues., Feb. 18 from 6-7 p.m. in the Community Room (room 101) at Village Hall (123 Madison St.). The workshop is free, open to the public and no registration is required.

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Oak Park Organizations Unite for Strength and Inclusivity

Published on February 10, 2025

In a powerful display of solidarity, various organizations within the Oak Park community came together Monday afternoon to issue a public statement underscoring a shared commitment to inclusivity, compassion and shared values.

Tagged as: , Special Events, Village Board

Official statement on the Village of Oak Park Welcoming Ordinance

Published on February 04, 2025

The Village of Oak Park takes great pride in its shared values of diversity, equity, inclusion, safety, and respect for all people. Oak Park is community for advancing racial equity and social justice – Oak Park CARES.

Tagged as: , Official Statement

This February, focus on heart health

Published on February 03, 2025

February is American Heart Month, and the Oak Park Public Health Department is highlighting ways to maintain a healthy heart.

Tagged as: , Public Health

Technology helps prevent water leaks

Published on January 31, 2025

The Village recently launched a project to install environmental monitoring technology that can listen for leaks in its water and sewer network.

Tagged as: , Environment, Public Works, Sustainability & Resilience

Village of Oak Park improves open records request experience

Published on January 27, 2025

The Village of Oak Park has announced the launch of a new service designed to streamline the process of requesting public records.

Tagged as: , Announcements

2024 Community Awards Celebrate Stewardship

Published on January 24, 2025

More than 50 individuals, organizations and businesses were recognized at the Village of Oak Park's community awards ceremony on Jan. 23 at Village Hall. The awards offer an opportunity for several of the Village's volunteer commissions to recognize citizens for their commitment to protecting Oak Park's heritage and making the Village a vibrant place for residents and visitors alike.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment, Events & Activities, Honors and Celebrations, Special Events, Community Engagement, Sustainability & Resilience

Black History Month celebration set for Feb. 8

Published on January 15, 2025

The Village of Oak Park is hosting its third annual Black History Month Celebration on Feb. 8 at the Nineteenth Century Charitable Association, 178 Forest Ave. The doors will open at 10:30 a.m. with the program running from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

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Village of Oak Park unveils redesigned website

Published on January 14, 2025

The Village of Oak Park is excited to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, aimed at providing residents, businesses and visitors with a more user-friendly and accessible online experience.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Village Manager, Community Engagement

Police warn residents of telephone scam

Published on January 11, 2025

The Oak Park Police Department is warning residents about a frequently-used scam where people are impersonating law enforcement officials and demanding financial information from unsuspecting victims.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Police Department

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