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.
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.
Warming centers
Warming centers are available to residents when triggered by extreme temperatures.
Warming centers are open seven days a week from 6 p.m. – 6 a.m. at West Suburban Medical Center, Erie Street at Austin Boulevard and from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. at Rush Oak Park Hospital, 520 S. Wisconsin Ave. Should the temperature drop below 32 degrees, Rush Oak Park Hospital will be open 24 hours.
Hours may be extended when weather conditions warrant.
To find out if the center is open after hours, call West Suburban Hospital at 708.763.6747 or Rush Oak Park Hospital at 708.660.6000.
The Oak Park Public Library’s three branches also serve as warming centers.
The Library’s Main Location, 834 Lake St., is open 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. on Mondays – Thursdays, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Fridays, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturdays, noon- 5 p.m. Sundays.
The Dole Branch, 255 Augusta St., is closed on Mondays, open 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Tuesdays – Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fridays, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sundays.
The Maze Branch, 845 Gunderson Ave. is open 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Mondays- Thursdays, closed on Fridays, open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturdays, noon- 5p.m. Sundays.
Masks must be worn at all the warming center locations. If transportation is needed, call the Oak Park Police Department’s non-emergency number 708.386.3800.
Safety tips
When cold weather strikes, officials recommend practicing the following safety tips:
