Overnight, on-street parking eased for holidays…Overnight, on-street parking restrictions are eased to accommodate visitors and guests during major holidays, including Thanksgiving and Christmas. Restrictions will be lifted from 2:30 a.m., Wed., Nov. 22 until 2:30 a.m., Mon. Nov. 27, and from 2:30 a.m., Sat., Dec. 16 until 2:30 a.m. Wed., Jan. 3. However, parking restrictions will remain in effect during these times in overnight permit parking zones where residents have purchased quarterly passes. Other parking regulations, such as posted daytime, safety and snow restrictions, also will remain in effect.
Holiday hours…Village Hall will be closed all day Thursday and Friday, Nov. 23 and 24 for Thanksgiving, starting at noon, Fri., Dec. 22 through Mon., Dec. 25 for Christmas, and on Mon., Jan. 1 for New Year’s. Regular Village Hall hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. More information is posted at www.oak-park.us/villagehall.
Heat required…Landlords must furnish heat to all Oak Park rental dwelling units from Sept. 15 through May 15. An average minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit must be maintained from 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., and 65 degrees Fahrenheit from 11 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. Complaints may be made by calling 708.358.5430 or email to housing@oak-park.us. More information is posted at www.oak-park.us/housing.
Pet responsibilities…Dog owners are required to pick up and dispose of dog waste. Owners walking their dogs must carry a bag or other suitable means to pick up dog waste. Call 708.358.5680 to register a complaint about an animal, such as noise, excrement, cruelty or off leash.