Oak Park Village Clerk
Recent News About Oak Park Village Clerk
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Greg Olsen appointed new public health director for Oak Park
The Village of Oak Park has appointed Greg Olsen as its new Public Health Director.
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Village prepares for winter tree pruning focusing on safety and health
A portion of the nearly 18,000 parkway trees in the Village is set for pruning this winter.
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Oak Park named top U.S. travel destination for 2025 by Travel Lemming
Oak Park has been recognized as one of the top destinations to visit in 2025 by Travel Lemming.
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Oak Park mourns Detective Allan Reddins with funeral service and altered village operations
The Village is commemorating the life and service of Oak Park Police Detective Allan Reddins, who lost his life in the line of duty on November 29.
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Funeral arrangements announced for fallen Oak Park detective Allan Reddins
Many services at the Village Hall in Oak Park will be unavailable on Thursday, December 12, to allow employees to attend the funeral of Detective Allan Reddins.
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Men's mental health event addresses barriers and offers support resources
Many men encounter societal pressure to "stay strong," but officials emphasize that seeking help is a powerful step.
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Oak Park detective's death leads to felony charges against Jerell Thomas
Jerell Thomas, a resident of Chicago, faces charges from the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office in connection with the death of Oak Park Detective Allan Reddins.
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Oak Park detective killed; suspect charged with murder
Nov. 30, 2024 - Jerell Thomas, a resident of the 4100 block of W. Cermak Rd. in Chicago, faces multiple charges including first-degree murder following the death of Oak Park Detective Allan Reddins.
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Emergency warming center opens amid severe winter forecast
The Village has announced the opening of an emergency warming center on Friday evening due to anticipated cold weather conditions.
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Police investigate fatal shooting on Roosevelt Road
Officers responded to an incident on the 6400 block of Roosevelt Road, where they found a white 2013 Jaguar XJ overturned after hitting a cement barricade and tree.
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Village Board approves unarmed response plan for low-risk emergency calls
Earlier this year, the Village Board approved Phase 1 of a new plan to address emergency calls.
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Crisis lines: understanding when to call 988, 911 or Thrive Center
The introduction of the 988 National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline in 2022 marked a significant step forward in providing immediate support for individuals experiencing mental health crises.
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Oak Park seeks public input on economic vitality, transport, and accessibility
The Village of Oak Park is encouraging residents and community stakeholders to participate in local policymaking through its Engage Oak Park website.
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Oak Park updates fall leaf collection process starting November 4
The Village's Fall Leaf Collection Program is set to commence on November 4, with a new approach that eliminates the practice of placing leaves directly in the street.
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Oak Park prepares for Día de Muertos celebration on November 2
The Village of Oak Park, in collaboration with various community partners, is set to host the 2024 Día de Muertos event on Saturday, November 2nd.
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Early voting begins October 21 at Oak Park's Village Hall
Early voting for the 2024 Presidential Election will commence at Village Hall on October 21. Voting hours are set from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays, specifically on October 27 and November 3.
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Oak Park Fire Department announces open house event on October 12
The Oak Park Fire Department will host its annual open house on October 12, coinciding with Fire Safety Month. The event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Central Fire Station located at 100 N. Euclid Ave.
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Oak Park supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month with free screenings and police department initiatives
Oak Park is marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month by offering resources for residents seeking breast health screenings. Uninsured or underinsured individuals in Oak Park and the surrounding Chicagoland area can reach out to Equal Hope, a not-for-profit organization that provides assistance with breast health screening and follow-up care. Interested parties can submit a request form online or call 312.942.3369.
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Illinois receives disaster declaration after severe storms
FEMA's Individual Assistance could include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses, and other programs to help individuals and business owners recover from the effects of the severe weather Oak Park and surrounding areas experienced on July 13 through July 16, 2024.
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Village seeks community input for new consolidated plan
The Village receives Community Development Block Grant funds and Emergency Solutions Grant funds annually from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). These funds are primarily used to assist low- and moderate-income persons, including those experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless.