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 Events honor Det. Allan Reddins
Detective Allan Reddins was honored at a ceremony on May 1 in Springfield for Illinois police officers killed in the line of duty in 2024. Members of the Oak Park Police Department and Det. Reddins’ family attended the memorial ceremony. Det. Reddins’ name was engraved onto the Illinois Police Officers Memorial Statue, which sits on the west lawn of the State Capitol. Det. Reddins was killed on Nov. 29, 2024 while responding to a call on Lake Street.
Our community continues to mourn Det. Reddins, and his service will be honored by the Peace Officers Memorial Foundation of Cook County on May 10 and at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C. during the week of May 11 as part of National Police Week.
Cycle Across Illinois stopping in Oak Park
The community is invited to support Oak Park Police Sergeant Samantha Deuchler and other cyclists participating in the 21st Annual Cycle Across Illinois, benefitting Illinois Concerns of Police Survivors, an organization dedicated to supporting the families of fallen officers. On Sunday, July 13, cyclists will travel down Madison Street in Oak Park before stopping at Village Hall for a ceremony and dedication honoring Det. Reddins. Supporters are encouraged to line the street. Donations made will help provide essential resources, counseling and support to families who have lost their loved ones in the line of duty. More information is available here.
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Burglary prevention tips
Residents who leave their windows or doors open to catch a breeze could unwittingly become targets of burglars who cruise neighborhoods looking for such opportunities. Property owners can reduce the likelihood of becoming a burglary victim by following a few simple steps such as closing and locking all doors and windows. Find more tips to protect your home at www.oak-park.us/burglaryprevention.
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Community engagement planned around police oversight
As part of its ongoing work to evaluate the Citizens Police Oversight Committee (CPOC) and make recommendations for enhancements to the current model, Pivot Consulting Group will host a community education and engagement session at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 8 at Village Hall for members of the public. One of the purposes of reviewing the policies, procedures and protocols of citizen police oversight in the Village of Oak Park is to modernize citizen police oversight and align the function to the needs of the community, ensuring fairness, accessibility and representation of all community members. Click here for more information.
Helmets protect bicyclists
Parents are reminded that bicyclists under age 17 are required to wear a helmet in Oak Park. Enforcement focuses on education rather than punishment. For more information on the helmet requirement, visit www.oak-park.us/bicycling or email police@oak-park.us.
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Cop on a Rooftop benefits Special Olympics Illinois
The Oak Park Police Department is joining law enforcement agencies across the state in taking part in the annual Cop on a Rooftop event to benefit the athletes of Special Olympics Illinois.
Stop by between 5 a.m. and noon on Friday, May 16 at the Dunkin' Donuts at 6820 Roosevelt Rd to lend your support! Find more information and donate online by clicking here.
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Report graffiti online
Report graffiti in Oak Park by calling the Village's graffiti hotline at 708.358.5429. Graffiti can also be reported online at www.oak-park.us/graffiti. |
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Prevent dryer fires
A spring cleaning message from our colleagues at the Oak Park Fire Department:
A simple fire safety tip – clean your clothes dryer lint filter, every time. You are at a higher risk for fire if you do not clean your lint filter and dryer vent. Clean the lint filter before and after each load of laundry. Clean lint out of the vent pipe every three months. Have your dryer cleaned regularly by a professional, especially if it is taking longer than normal for clothes to dry. Find more fire safety tips online at www.oak-park.us/firesafety.
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The Oak Park Police Department operates under a community policing strategy. Oak Park Deputy Chief Roderick Robinson currently oversees community policing and serves as the point of contact for Oak Park's eight neighborhood zones. Click here for more information, including how to contact the Police Department about safety issues in each neighborhood zone.
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