The Village of Oak Park | 123 Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302 | village@oak-park.us
Oak Park offers a variety of services that can be accessed online from a computer, tablet or smart phone. Some of the services are managed directly by the Village, while others are third-party vendors authorized by the Village to conduct transactions.
The Village of Oak Park provides a wide range of services, from public safety programs like fire and police protection to support for housing, historic preservation and neighborhood relations. Don't see what you are looking for? Use the search feature at the top of the page.
Oak Park operates under the village manager form of government. A part-time, elected legislative body of a president and six trustees hires a professional manager to oversee the day-to-day administration of government programs and services.
Oak Park boasts excellent schools, world class architecture, shopping, dining and an extensive public transportation network. But Oak Park is more than a place – it also is a way of life. Use the links in this menu to learn more about our community and the many services available to residents and visitors alike.
Oak Park offers a variety of services that can be accessed online from a computer, tablet or smart phone. Some of the services are managed directly by the Village, while others are third-party vendors authorized by the Village to conduct transactions.
The Village of Oak Park provides a wide range of services, from public safety programs like fire and police protection to support for housing, historic preservation and neighborhood relations. Don't see what you are looking for? Use the search feature at the top of the page.
Oak Park operates under the village manager form of government. A part-time, elected legislative body of a president and six trustees hires a professional manager to oversee the day-to-day administration of government programs and services.
Oak Park boasts excellent schools, world class architecture, shopping, dining and an extensive public transportation network. But Oak Park is more than a place – it also is a way of life. Use the links in this menu to learn more about our community and the many services available to residents and visitors alike.
Here are links to some of the most popular items on the Village web site.
Here are links to some of the most popular items on the Village web site.
Jan. 6, 2014 - The Village has specific rules that govern parking when it snows to ensure streets can be properly plowed. When a snow emergency is declared by the Public Works Department, all parking is prohibited on the main streets posted as snow routes. Parking on other streets is restricted to one side from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m. in residential areas and from midnight to 8 a.m. in designated commercial districts, the side determined by the odd/even date.
For the most up-to-date information on snow-related parking restrictions call 708.358.SNOW (708.358.7669) for a recorded message. Messages will be posted to Oak Park's Facebook and Twitter pages as well. Cable television subscribers can tune into VOP-TV, broadcast on Comcast channel 6 and AT&T channel 99. Click here for an FAQ about the snow emergency parking rules.
Sidewalk shoveling required
Village ordinance requires property owners to remove snow and ice from the public sidewalk within 24 hours following any snow, sleet or freezing rain. Being a good neighbor is important, too, so property owners are urged to help those who may need help clearing a sidewalk. For more information on the shoveling requirement or help resources, call 708.358.5700 or e-mail publicworks@oakpark.us.
Warming centers open
Warming centers are available to anyone who needs relief from the cold. Centers are located at can visit a local warming center, including Village Hall, 123 Madison St. Village Hall is open from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. West Suburban Medical Center, 3 Erie Court, is open from 5:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m., and Rush Oak Park Hospital, 520 S. Maple Ave., is open from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Both hospitals are open seven days a week and hours may be extended when weather conditions warrant. To find out if the warming center is open after hours, call West Suburban Hospital at 708.383.6200, Rush Oak Park Hospital at 708.660.2211 or Village Hall at 708.383.6400. If transportation is needed, call the Oak Park Police Department’s non-emergency number 708.386.3800.
