New Resident Information

Thank you for considering Oak Park as your new place of residence. In addition to its great location, Oak Park offers excellent schools, world class architecture, shopping, dining and and an extensive public transportation network. But Oak Park is more than a place. Oak Park also is a way of life. Individuals who choose Oak Park tend to share and celebrate the community's richness of ethnic, racial and cultural diversity.

Along the margins of this page are links to information on a range of topics a new resident – or someone considering Oak Park for residency – might find useful. Below are information sheets that can be downloaded and printed. Information also is available by calling the Community Relations Department at 708.358.5405 or via email to community@oak-park.us.

• Commitment - volunteer opportunities
• Community - facts and information
• Convenience - public transportation information
• Culture - art and architecture
• Contacts - telephone, e-mail, web sites
• Education - Oak Park schools
• Entertainment - shopping, dining & exploring
• Parking - rules and regulations
• Public safety - building codes, police, fire, public health
• Recreation - local parks
• Refuse & Recycling - what, how and when
• Special events - Village-sponsored activities
• Sustainability - environmental awareness

Click here to download a complete packet of information sheets

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