Order of the COOK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
No. 2021-10
COVID-19 MITIGATION
Effective: August 23, 2021

Please see the following link for the latest information from the Cook County Dept. of Public Health.

https://cookcountypublichealth.org/2021/07/30/cook-county-department-of-public-health-latest-masking-guidance/

2021 Road Program

The Oak Forest City Council approved an award of contract to Iroquois Paving Corporation for the 2021 Road Program. This work will began this week.

The contractor will notify all the residents a day before any work will be done to your apron or curb with a notice on your door.

Work will begin on Sayre Avenue and will proceed in order below. This year’s program will include the following twelve street segments to be resurfaced:

Sayre Ave.: 155th Pl. to 156th Pl.
Bramblewood Rd.: 155th Pl. to 156th Pl.
Brianne Ln.: Victoria Dr. to Courtney Dr.
Courtney Dr.: Pine Dr. to Brianne Ln.
Rob Roy Dr.: 157th St. to Victoria Dr.
Rob Roy Ct.: Rob Roy Dr. to End
Rob Roy Dr.: 157th St. to 159th St.
Brookwood Dr.: Arroyo Ct. to End
Fairfax Rd.: Edward Dr. to Duncan Rd.
Leclaire Ave.: 159th St. to 155th St.
Roy St.: Richard Ave. to Henry St.
Barton Ln.: Frontage Rd. to Barry Ln.

The rehabilitation work involves pavement resurfacing, areas of partial full-depth pavement removal and replacement, roadway base repairs; curb replacement, removal of asphalt ramps and mountable curbs across driveway entrances, partial driveway apron replacement to meet the grade of new curb lines, and sidewalk replacement. When curb and gutter is removed in front of your driveway, you will not be allowed to park in your driveway for 7 to 10 days. This time is needed to give the new concrete sufficient time to "cure" to support the weight of vehicular traffic. Curb and driveway apron replacements will be limited to one side of the street at a time to allow for on-street parking while the new concrete is curing. We also ask that if you have sprinklers or an invisible fence to flag them.

The City is only removing and replacing the portion of a driveway apron necessary to meet the grades of the newly depressed curb line. Per City Code, the “apron” of a private driveway is the responsibility of the property owner. The City has requested that the asphalt and concrete sub-contractors be willing to take on private work to complete the entire apron at the resident’s request. Iroquois Paving Corporation will not take on any private asphalt work. Concrete work behind the sidewalk requires a building permit – contact the Building Dept. at (708) 687-4050, x1041.

QUESTIONS?

With outdoor construction work, the schedule of the contractor is weather dependent and may change weekly or daily. Residents living on the streets listed above are advised to call Public Works at (708) 535-4090 if you have questions regarding the Road Rehabilitation Program. The service request form is available, as well.

Phil and Amy will be performing at the next Senior Luncheon on September 23.

Senior Citizens Commission September Luncheon

The commission provides programming on the fourth Thursday of each month (except July, August and December) at 11 a.m. at the Oak Forest Park District Park Place at Central at 15601 Central Avenue. Tickets are $5.00 each and include entertainment, lunch and cash bingo. Tickets are available at City Hall.

Please note that current CDC Guidelines for COVID-19 will be followed!

Senior Commission Overview

The Senior Citizens Commission offers information and assistance to seniors in the community. It promotes awareness of concerns pertaining to the city's senior population and provides policy direction pertaining to the community bus service. For additional information, please send an e-mail to the commission or call 708-687-4050, ext. 1607.

Bremen Township Senior Cafe Open

The Bremen Township Senior Cafe is now open for hot meals TO GO, Monday through Wednesday at

Bremen Twp. Senior Cafe, 15350 S. Oak Park Avenue, Oak Forest (rear building).

Reservations are required one week in advance for Seniors age 60+. Please call 687-8220 for reservations and information.

Pick up time is from 10:30-11:30 am and meals can be brought out to your car once the Registration form has been completed.

A $4 Donation is requested for this lunch which includes a carton of 1% milk or juice, bread or muffin and a balanced meal.

Monthly menus are available at the Senior Center & Cafe for pick up and also online at www.brementownship.net and click on the link to Senior Services.

Community Bus

Free bus transportation is available to seniors (60 years or older) and disabled individuals, (18 years or older) who live in Oak Forest. The bus will pick you up at home, bring you to your destination, and return you home. What could be more convenient? Weekday transportation is provided to grocery stores, medical appointments, drug stores, restaurants, hair appointments, Senior Commission luncheons, and Bremen Township senior activities.

Registration

A one-time registration is required to use the bus. You may complete the registration form or contact the City Clerk's Office at 708-687-4050, ext. 1000 to receive a mailed form.

Operation Hours

The bus service operates Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Handicap Accessible

If a rider requires a wheelchair lift, he or she should call at least one day in advance to ensure that the bus is available. If the rider requires same-day service, the request will be fulfilled on a first-come, first-served basis. If space permits, disabled riders can travel with a companion or trained service animal.

Request a Ride

Registered seniors can call 708-473-2925 to request routine rides and 708-535-4090 for rides to special events or medical appointments.

I Am An American Day Parade

The Oak Forest Veterans Commission will once again host the I Am An American Day Parade on Sunday, September 5th at 11:00 am on Central Avenue.

Local schools, churches, businesses, and community groups are invited to show their pride in being Americans by taking part in the parade. Houses along Central are encouraged to decorate their houses and fences.

Registration forms are now available! We hope you will join us by decorating your bikes, wagons, scooters, etc. for this family event on Sunday, September 5.

Please note that current CDC Guidelines for COVID-19 will be followed!

Rain Barrels Available for Purchase

The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) is offering rain barrels to all Cook County residents for $21.96 each and to Cook County residents age 65 and older for $10.98 each.

The MWRD's rain barrel program promotes local green infrastructure to capture rainwater from roofs and save it for later use, such as watering gardens and flowers. Rain barrel deliveries can take as many as 30 days from the day an order is made, so place your order today, https://rainbarrel.ca/mwrd/.

A maximum of two subsidized rain barrels can be purchased per residence. An unlimited number of regular priced barrels can be purchased.

Oak Forest City Council Meeting

The next Oak Forest City Council Meeting will be held on August 24, 2021, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Additionally, there will be a Committee of the Whole (C.O.W.) meeting at 6:30 p.m. for the presentation of City Department Strategic Plans. All citizens are invited to attend both meetings. Due to the recent increase in COVID-19 numbers, please continue to practice social distancing and wear a mask if you are not vaccinated.

Valley Kingdom Ministries Diabetes Screening

Prairie-Hills Elementary School District 144

Oak Forest Senior Commission September Luncheon

City of Oak Forest Important Phone Numbers

CITY HALL
708-687-4050

MAYOR'S OFFICE
708-444-4805

FIRE DEPARTMENT
708-687-6050 non-emergency

POLICE DEPARTMENT
708-687-1376 non-emergency

ANIMAL CONTROL
708-705-5690

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
708-535-4090

BUILDING DEPARTMENT
708-444-4819

Order of the COOK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTHNo. 2021-10COVID-19 MITIGATIONEffective: August 23, 2021