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an open community where everyone feels safe and respected

Transportation

a walkable community sustainably connected to the world

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From the Blog

  • BarrieFest- Celebrating the Southeast Oak Park Community

    Saturday, September 11, 2010 2 – 6 PM in Barrie Park (Lombard at Garfield) NEW!  Pet Parade at 2 PM NEW!  Fire Truck on Display 2 – 3 PM – Organized Children’s Games begin at 2:30 PM- Led by Irving School Staff – Live Entertainment begins at 2:15  PM (times are approximate): 2:15  Jim Haptonstahl…


  • Attention Small or Home-Based Business Owners and Nonprofit Organizations

    Barrie Fest offers you a great opportunity to increase your exposure to the community.  For $25 ($20 non-profit), secure a space for your table at the business/organization fair.  See attached for details. Barrie Fest Biz Request ’10 (MS Word format) Barrie Fest Biz Request ’10 (PDF format)


  • Interested In Urban Gardening In Oak Park?

    Come to Green Tuesdays for Gardening to learn more. 7-9PM, April 6th Public Works Center, 201 South Blvd. For more information-  www.oak-park.us/gardening


  • Community Forum- The “Ike” and Roosevelt Road

    April 22, 2010, 7 – 9 PM Irving Elementary School, 1125 S. Cuyler TOPICS I-290 Resurfacing Starts in April How the Village will minimize impact of vehicles using our streets as alternate routes. IDOT is considering lane expansion for I-290 Why the Village and citizens are advocating for alternative solutions. Roosevelt Rd. Streetscaping Summer 2010…


  • Rep. Danny Davis holds town hall meeting in Oak Park

    Congressman Danny K. Davis will hold a town hall meeting on Tuesday, April 6 in the council chambers of the Oak Park Village Hall, 123 Madison.  All are encouraged to attend this meeting, which will start at 7 PM. Agenda items will include health care, jobs and the economy, and other constituent interests.  “Town halls…