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 Take waste survey, receive refuse fee credit
The Village is undertaking a waste characterization study with the goal of gaining important insights into the types and quantities of waste generated by Oak Park residents. Residents served by the Village’s waste hauler who complete this online survey will receive a $10 credit toward refuse fees on their next quarterly water bill. Limit one survey response credit per household. Feedback gathered will help Village officials develop viable strategies for meeting the waste diversion and reduction goals spelled out in the Village’s Climate Ready Oak Park comprehensive plan.
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Leaf collection
assistance available
The Village’s Fall Leaf Collection Program is underway, with weekly pickups planned for each section of the Village through the first week of December. The Village is coordinating an online portal where Oak Parkers can request leaf collection assistance. Visit the “Leaf Collection Assistance” section at www.oak-park.us/leafcollection to find an online form residents can fill out to be connected with volunteer groups raking leaves throughout the community. The page also includes a link to a sign-up form for anyone interested in volunteering to rake leaves.
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Find species of parkway trees
via online database
Fall colors are on full display across Oak Park’s urban forest. Love that tree in the parkway in front of your home but not sure what it's called? Find out the species of any of the nearly 19,000 trees in an Oak Park public parkway using the Village's tree inventory database. And did you know that in 2015, Oak Park was named the state's first municipal arboretum? Learn more about the way the Village cares for and maintains parkway trees on the Village website at www.oak-park.us/trees.
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 Village launches open data portal
The Village recently launched an open data portal that serves as a hub for exploring interactive maps and downloading data related to municipal government. The platform also provides access to GIS-related reports and offers insights into how the Village and other regional government agencies use spatial data to address key challenges and make informed decisions. Traffic crash data, a business license dashboard and information about capital improvement projects are just a few of the tools available. First-time users are encouraged to visit the ‘Getting Started’ tab to learn tips and tricks on how to best dive into the experience. New datasets are being added frequently, so be sure to check back for updates.
Information about food assistance resources
With the federal government shutdown affecting SNAP and other food assistance programs, the Village and neighboring communities have developed a list of local organizations and community fridges offering help to those in need. More than 7% of Oak Park households receive SNAP benefits. If you or someone you know is experiencing food insecurity, resources are available across West Cook County to provide support. View the list of food assistance options at www.oak-park.us/foodassist, or contact the Village’s E.C.H.O. team at 708.358.5640 or echo@oak-park.us for additional assistance.
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LRS discussing basics of recycling at Nov. 13 event
Confused about what kind of plastic can get recycled? Or how to dispose of greasy cardboard? Get answers from LRS Sustainability Director Joy Rifkin when she provides a behind-the-scenes look at LRS recycling at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 13 at the Oak Park Public Library Maze Branch, 845 Gunderson Ave. The event, titled Recycling: Back to Basics with LRS, is intended to help community members feel more confident and informed when they go to the recycling bin.
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Take advantage of expiring federal home energy tax credits
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