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Oak Park's ¡Viva! Festival set for September celebration
The outdoor celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month will take place from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, September 28, on the south lawn at Village Hall, 123 Madison St.
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Oak Park to host temporary park for annual Park(ing) Day
From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 20, two metered parking spaces near 163 S. Oak Park Ave. will be repurposed into a temporary, park-like community gathering spot. Visitors can enjoy refreshments, music, activities, giveaways and overviews of programs offered by community partners.
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Voter registration events planned across multiple dates in Oak Park
Voter registration events are scheduled for the following dates and times:
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Oak Park opens cooling centers amid excessive heat warning
The Village of Oak Park has issued an excessive heat warning for Monday, August 26, and Tuesday, August 27. In response, a cooling center will be established at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (611 Randolph St.), operating from 3-7 p.m. on Monday and from noon-8 p.m. on Tuesday.
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Democratic National Convention to impact Chicago transportation and security
Officials are reminding residents to report any suspicious activity during the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago from August 19-22 by calling 9-1-1.
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Village Hall announces early closing times for select Fridays in August
Beginning Friday, Aug. 16 and including Aug. 23 and Aug. 30, Village Hall will be open only from 9 a.m. until noon. Anyone needing to conduct in-person business on those dates is encouraged to do so in the morning.
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Oak Park introduces new fee for electric vehicle charging stations
The new user fee for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Oak Park will be effective from August 26. Officials indicate that the fee aims to ensure the long-term financial viability of the Village’s charging station network while also promoting a sustainable expansion of access to charging infrastructure, particularly for residents without private parking facilities.
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Oak Park hosts German mayor for panel on peace promotion
The Village of Oak Park will host a special panel event featuring German Mayor Dora on August 7. The event will take place in Council Chambers (room 201) at 5 p.m., and members of the public are invited to attend.
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Corn roast returns August 10 at Oak Park Farmers' Market
Fresh-picked corn from Market growers will be sold by the ear hot off the roaster from about 9:30 a.m. until supplies are gone at the Market in the Pilgrim Church parking lot at 460 Lake St.
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Corn roast returns to Oak Park Farmers' Market on August 10
Fresh-picked corn from Market growers will be sold by the ear hot off the roaster from about 9:30 a.m. until supplies are gone at the Market in the Pilgrim Church parking lot at 460 Lake St.
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Nominations sought for 2024 community awards
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2024 Cavalcade of Pride, Historic Preservation, Sustainability, and Fitzsimmons Public Health awards.
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Oak Park lifts gas-powered leaf blower ban amid storm cleanup
The Village of Oak Park has lifted the exemption on the use of gas-powered leaf blowers following recent storm damage. Typically, gas-powered leaf blowers are only allowed from October 31 to May 31, while electric leaf blowers can be used year-round. Equipment operation is restricted to weekdays between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m., and weekends between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., which is more restrictive than the Village Code’s noise ordinance.
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Lindsey Roland Nieratka named new Chief Sustainability Officer for Oak Park
Lindsey Roland Nieratka has been appointed as the new Chief Sustainability Officer for Oak Park. The announcement was made by Jackson, who emphasized the importance of the role in guiding the community through the Climate Ready Oak Park plan.
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Village modernizes fall leaf collection program for first time since 1994
The modernization of the Fall Leaf Collection Program—the first since 1994—will address resident concerns over potential safety hazards created by leaf piles, streamline the leaf collection process, and reduce confusion over parking restrictions. The changes follow a case study conducted by the Village of Oak Park on 150 Illinois municipalities to identify best practices for leaf collection.
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Vehicle license deadline approaches as fees increase after July 14
Vehicle license rates vary by type of vehicle. Persons aged 65 and older, and anyone with a state-issued handicapped license plate or placard, can apply for a discount. Disabled and active-duty veterans with proper documentation can apply for free vehicle licenses. The rate increases by $20 after the deadline, which is 11:59 p.m. on July 14. Failure to purchase a license could also result in a ticket.
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Oak Park's July 4th parade set to highlight community diversity
Parade participants will march north on Ridgeland Avenue to Augusta Street and disperse at Whittier School. The route offers multiple viewing opportunities along the way.
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Oak Park hosts annual Pride Party on June 22
The Village of Oak Park will host its annual Pride Party on June 22, encouraging attendees to don their best rainbow-inspired outfits. Those interested in volunteering for the event can sign up online.
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Village's adjudication director retires after long tenure
Anderson initially joined the Village of Oak Park as an administrative law judge in 2008. He became the Director of Adjudication two years later in 2010.
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Oak Park plans flag raising ceremony and cookout for Juneteenth celebrations
A flag-raising ceremony and community cookout will anchor Oak Park’s celebration of Juneteenth, considered by many as the true anniversary of emancipation in the United States. The events are coordinated by the Juneteenth Committee of community leaders and sponsored by the Village’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. This year's theme is “Remembering OUR History and Claiming OUR Future.” The committee is co-chaired by Village Clerk Christina M. Waters and Chris Thomas, Founder and CEO of YourPassion1st.
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Jonathan Burch named assistant village manager/neighborhood services director
In 2023, the Village Board approved a reorganization that included the creation of a standalone Neighborhood Services department to oversee and elevate housing programs, code compliance, and grants management. This initiative aims to place a renewed focus on neighborhood and community engagement, as well as civic education and participation. Jonathan Burch has been appointed Assistant Village Manager/Neighborhood Services Director to lead this new department.