Holiday tree collection set for early January Published on December 30, 2025 Holiday trees will be collected the weeks of Jan. 5 and Jan. 12 from residential properties of five or fewer units served by the Village refuse hauling contractor. Tagged as: , Environment, Public Works, Sustainability & Resilience
2026 budget centers on service delivery, strategic priorities Published on December 30, 2025 The municipal budget for 2026 focuses on delivering core services to Oak Park community members while also advancing strategic priorities set out by the Village Board. Tagged as: , Village Board, Finance, Budget
Celebrating one year of E.C.H.O. Published on December 30, 2025 As the calendar turns to 2026, the Village is celebrating the positive impact generated during the first year of its E.C.H.O. program. Tagged as: , 988 Mental Health Awareness
Oak Park Statement on Recent Acts of Gun Violence and Hatred Published on December 17, 2025 The Village of Oak Park stands in profound sorrow and solidarity with the families, friends and communities affected by the tragic shooting at Brown University, and by the horrific attack at Bondi Beach, Australia, where a joyous Chanukah celebration was shattered by gunfire targeting the Jewish community. Tagged as: , Official Statement
Stay safe when cold weather strikes Published on December 12, 2025 When dangerously cold temperatures strike, residents are urged to limit time outdoors for themselves and their pets, as well as to check in on friends and neighbors who may need assistance. Tagged as: , Community Safety
Welcome Center at Village Hall gets a makeover Published on December 12, 2025 A reimagined Welcome Center in the lobby at Village Hall is offering a more inclusive and inviting space for visitors to Oak Park’s municipal government headquarters Tagged as: , Community Engagement, Neighborhood Services
Oak Park achieves major energy savings through SEM initiatives Published on December 08, 2025 The Village of Oak Park is celebrating a major milestone in its commitment to sustainability and climate action. Through hard work and participation in ComEd’s Strategic Energy Management (SEM) Program, Village Hall, the Public Works Center, and local schools have achieved significant energy savings, reducing both environmental impact and operational costs. Tagged as: , Environment, Sustainability & Resilience, Media Releases
Village of Oak Park announces Kevin Bueso as new CFO Published on December 01, 2025 The Village of Oak Park has named Kevin Bueso, MBA, a seasoned public-sector finance leader with more than 15 years of experience, as its next Chief Financial Officer, Village Manager Kevin J. Jackson announced today. He will officially begin his duties on January 12, 2026. Tagged as: , Announcements, Village Manager, Finance, Media Releases
Snow emergency parking activated in effect as winter storm strikes Published on November 29, 2025 With Oak Park and the surrounding area in the midst of a winter storm warning, the Village’s snow emergency parking rules are in effect until conditions improve. Tagged as: , Announcements, Neighborhood Services, Public Works
Police Department offers seasonal crime prevention tips Published on November 24, 2025 With the holidays approaching, the Oak Park Police Department is working to raise public awareness of some common crimes of the season by offering the following tips to help reduce the chances of becoming a victim. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Police Department