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 National Night Out is this Tuesday, Aug. 4
We hope to see you tomorrow at the Oak Park Police Department’s National Night Out! This community celebration aims to strengthen partnerships and positive interactions between law enforcement and residents. The free event will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 4 on the south lawn of Village Hall, 123 Madison St., and will feature food, music, activities and more. More information about National Night Out can be found at www.oak-park.us/nno2026.
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Be E-Ride Ready
E-bikes and e-rides are becoming more popular among young people and adults in Oak Park and surrounding communities. With these new devices on the road, accidents involving e-rides are also increasing, and the severity of the injuries tends to be much worse. How can you ride safely on an e-bike or e-scooter?
- Protect your head by wearing a helmet
- Ride in the bike lane, not on sidewalks
- Follow the rules of the road
- One rider per device
- Know the risks of e-rides
The Oak Park Public Health Department has put together more tips and resources for e-riders, parents and drivers at the E-ride Ready page on the Village website. Read more so you can be ready, steady, safe - www.oak-park.us/ebikesafety.
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Sign up for the Dog Walker Watch program
Join Pawfficer Howie and Officer Christine Simkus in the Oak Park Police Department's Dog Walker Watch program. The Oak Park Police Department's Community Policing Division is launching this National Association of Town Watch's (NATW) initiative, which encourages residents who regularly walk their dogs to serve as additional “eyes and ears” for law enforcement by learning how to recognize and report suspicious activity. NATW is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting community-based crime prevention initiatives in partnership with law enforcement including programs like National Night Out. Visit www.oak-park.us/DogWalkerWatch to sign up for an informational meeting and to receive a free Dog Walker Watch bandana for your dog.
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Emergency Management exercise scheduled for today and tomorrow
Oak Park and River Forest High School will host a full-scale emergency management exercise today (Aug. 3) and a reunification exercise at both OPRFHS and Percy Julian Middle School on Tuesday, Aug. 4, in partnership with the Village of Oak Park Police and Fire Departments and other regional partners and agencies. The exercise is designed to evaluate and strengthen emergency response plans, coordination among partner agencies and communication systems in a realistic, full-scale environment. Participants will practice responding to a simulated emergency using established protocols, helping participating agencies prepare for a wide range of emergency scenarios. Click here for more information about the exercise.
Ask for official identification
If you receive an unexpected visit from someone claiming to be an employee of the Village who wants to enter your home, ask to see their official identification. The official ID card features the employee's photo, name and the Village logo on the front. Use the same procedure if someone claiming to be an employee of a utility company, such as Nicor or ComEd, wants to come in your home - ask to see an official ID. If in doubt, call the Police non-emergency number at 708.386.3800. If you feel threatened, call 911.
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Resources for hoarding
A message from our colleagues at the Oak Park Fire Department:
Hoarding poses significant safety risks for many reasons. Narrow passageways create challenges for paramedics attempting to remove a patient from a home. Blocked exits prevent people from escaping a fire. Firefighters responding to a call are at risk due to blocked exits and falling objects. Those living adjacent to homes are at greater risk should a fire occur, due to excessive smoke and fire conditions. Click here for more information. If you are looking for resources to help someone with a hoarding problem, reach out to us at fireprevention@oak-park.us.
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The Oak Park Police Department operates under a community policing strategy that includes assigning officers to neighborhoods. Click here for more information, including how to contact your RBO about safety issues in each neighborhood zone.
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