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Input sought on wayfinding signage
Friday, July 15, 2016  ::   Representatives of the firm chosen to help to craft a comprehensive wayfinding sign program will hit the streets to gather public input at the July 21 Thursday Night Out dining event downtown and the July 23 Oak Park Farmers’ Market.
Police Chief to retire after 33 years
Thursday, July 14, 2016  ::   Police Chief Rick C. Tanksley has announced his retirement, effective Sept. 1 ending a career in Oak Park that has spanned nearly 33 years. A decision regarding selecting his successor could come as early as next week.
Man sustains multiple gunshot wounds in gas station parking lot
Wednesday, July 6, 2016  ::   Oak Park Police are investigating a shooting early Monday morning that sent a 20-year-old Chicago man to the hospital with multiple gunshot wounds. While the motive is unknown, investigators say they believe the victim was followed to the scene from Chicago.
Vehicle sticker deadline looms
Thursday, June 30, 2016  ::   Thurs., July 14 is the last day to purchase a Village vehicle sticker at the regular price. Sticker prices increase $20 after the deadline and failure to display a valid Village sticker also may result in a $75 ticket. A current vehicle sticker is needed to purchase a parking permit.
July 4th parade kicks off holiday festivities
Tuesday, June 28, 2016  ::   The many dimensions of Oak Park will be on display when the 11th annual July 4th parade steps off at 10 a.m. Monday from Longfellow Park at Ridgeland Avenue and Adams Street, and marches north to Augusta Street.
Man shot in early morning home invasion
Saturday, June 25, 2016  ::   Oak Park Police are investigating a home invasion and armed robbery in the 400 block of South Taylor Avenue early today that sent a Forest Park man to the hospital with gunshot wounds.
Divvy ride share rolls into Oak Park
Friday, June 24, 2016  ::   Oak Park will be getting 130 Divvy bikes at 13 stations beginning the week of June 26, the locations strategically chosen to provide residents and visitors with an additional two-wheeled transportation option.
Sculpture Walk on display in Mills Park
Monday, June 20, 2016  ::   Public art is making a walk in the park a lot more interesting this summer. The Oak Park Sculpture Walk is back for a fifth season, with 12 sculptures now on display in an outdoor exhibit through Sept. 5 in Mills Park.
Police investigating shooting at Austin & I-290
Monday, June 20, 2016  ::   Oak Park Police are investigating a shooting involving two vehicles stopped at about 6:20 p.m. Sunday at the traffic signal in the intersection of Austin Boulevard and the I-290 Expressway. A stray bullet apparently struck the window of a third car stopped in traffic and its driver sustained minor injuries from flying glass.
Interim CFO officially named to top finance post
Monday, June 20, 2016  ::   Steven Drazner, who has served as Interim Chief Financial Officer for the Village since March, has been officially named to the top finance post. Drazner joined the Village as Deputy CFO in August, assuming the role of Interim CFO following the resignation of Craig Lesner who left the Village after nine years to pursue an opportunity in the private sector.

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