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 Drivers urged to take extra care in school zones
With the new school year underway, the Oak Park Police Department urges motorists to stay alert – especially when driving in school zones. To protect the many students who typically trek along Oak Park streets to their neighborhood schools, police are stepping up their presence with additional enforcement efforts at key crossings and along walking routes. Motorists need to be focused and avoid distractions like talking on cell phones as well as come to a complete stop at intersections and not block crosswalks. Drivers also must obey the signals of crossing guards and should never attempt to pass a stopped school bus with lights flashing. For questions related to traffic safety in school zones, please email police@oak-park.us.
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Parking restrictions eased
over holiday weekend
Starting tonight, overnight parking restrictions will not be enforced on most Oak Park streets for Labor Day weekend. Overnight on-street parking will be lifted at 2:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 30 and resume at 2:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3. All other parking regulations remain in effect, including restrictions in zones reserved for permit holders, daytime posted restrictions and regulations related to traffic and public safety. The holiday parking schedule for all of 2025 is posted at www.oak-park.us/holidayparking.
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Village Hall closed
Monday for Labor Day
Village Hall, 123 Madison St., will close at noon today (Aug. 29) and will again be closed on Mon., Sept. 1 in observance of Labor Day before reopening at 9 a.m. on Tues., Sept. 2. Refuse, recycling and yard waste collection services will be delayed by one day next week as a result of the holiday. Regular Village Hall business hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Should an incident that doesn't quite rise to the level of a 911 emergency occur when Village Hall is closed, call the Police Department non-emergency number 708.386.3800 for assistance. A wide range of services are available online around the clock.
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 Climate Ready Oak Park Progress Report set for Sept. 4
Don’t miss the Climate Ready Oak Park Progress Report and Community Conversation on Thursday, Sept. 4 in the Veterans Room at the Oak Park Public Library. Following a brief progress report from Chief Sustainability Officer Lindsey Roland-Nieratka, community members and groups will have an opportunity to converse, listen and share their priorities for the next few years. Light refreshments will be served. The event is coordinated by the Village’s Office of Sustainability and Resilience along community partners. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. with the presentation and discussion to take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Click here to register in advance.
Green Award nominations highlight sustainability efforts
Nominations are being accepted for the Village’s Green Awards, which are presented each year by the Environment & Energy Commission as a way of recognizing community members and organizations that go above and beyond for sustainability. This year, the Green Awards include several new categories with nominations being accepted for the Native Gardens in the Neighborhood Award, the Green Home Award and the Climate Ready Award. Find more details and a link to online nomination forms at www.oak-park.us/greenawards. The deadline for nominations for the Native Gardening in the Neighborhood Award is Sept. 15. The Green Homes Award and Climate Ready Award nomination deadline is Oct. 31. For information about the Village's other annual stewardship awards, visit www.oak-park.us/communityawards25.
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Village officials encourage dialogue about gun safety
Village officials are marking SMART Week by reminding the community that securing firearms is one of the best ways to keep our schools and communities safe from gun violence. As part of its injury prevention initiative, the Oak Park Public Health Department encourages families to talk about gun safety with friends and neighbors as a way of helping reduce accidental injuries via firearms. Anyone seeking help starting gun safety conversations can check out the conversation-starters and safe storage tips at www.oak-park.us/safestorage. For more information, contact health@oak-park.us or 708.358.5480.
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Tour de Proviso bike ride coming to Oak Park
Now in its sixth year, Tour de Proviso is set to roll through Oak Park on Saturday, Oct. 4. Co-hosted in 2025 by the Village of Oak Park, the Village of Forest Park and the Village of River Forest, this free annual bike ride is organized in partnership with Best of Proviso Township as it helps promote health and wellness throughout Proviso Township and its neighboring villages. This year’s event begins and ends at Village Hall, 123 Madison St. Visit www.oak-park.us/tdp25 to register as a participant and for complete details about the event. All riders who sign up by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 14 will receive a 2025 Tour de Proviso t-shirt and participation medal.
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Oak Park IL Film Fest tickets on sale
An expanded Oak Park IL Film Festival is set to return to the community next month, and tickets are on sale now at www.opilff.org with early bird discounts on weekend passes available until Aug. 31. The festival kicks off with a gala opening night showing of “Moonstruck,” featuring longtime Oak Park resident John Mahoney on Sept. 11 at the Lake Theatre. The event continues with an independent film showcase Sept. 13-14 at Madison Street Theater featuring a full slate of special screenings and panel discussions featuring the best filmmaking talent that Oak Park has to offer. Click here to see the full lineup of films.
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