Tune into CIC-TV

If you are a cable television subscriber, you can view the Community Information Channel (CIC-TV) on Comcast channel 19, Wide Open West channel 6 and AT&T U-verse channel 99 to learn more about city programs and events. If you do not subscribe to cable television, you can watch Committee of the Whole and City Council meetings online or check out the DVDs at Acorn Public Library.

City Hall will be open on Saturday January 27th

Click Here for the Video of the January 23rd City Council Meeting!

Protect Yourself and Your Family Against the Flu

Flu activity has increased sharply in the United States in recent weeks, with widespread activity reported in 49 states in the last CDC FluView report.While flu vaccination is the most important way to prevent influenza, antiviral drugs are the most important way to treat influenza infection. Studies have shown that early treatment with a flu antiviral drug can shorten the duration of fever and illness symptoms, and can reduce the risk of serious flu complications.

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We're hiring! Full Time Animal Control Officer

The Animal Control Officer enforces the Illinois Animal Control Act and the applicable Oak Forest Ordinances regarding animals, rabies and related diseases. The position is also responsible for the maintenance of records and reports, as well as the impounding, feeding, cleaning and disposal of animals as needed. For a more complete job description click here. Resumes can be sent to dpreer@oak-forest.org.

Registration is Open for Fleadh Parade Participants.

The Oak Forest Senior Commission

The Oak Forest Senior Commission is looking for senior citizens who might like to serve as members of this commission, which meets in City Hall on every second Wednesday of the month at 1:00 PM. The Senior Commission gets involved in various community events, such as the annual Health Fair at the Oak Forest Park District and monthly senior lunches at the Oak Forest Community Center. Should you wish to join this commission, please contact the Mayor’s Office at 708-687-4050, extension 1005.

Registration is now open for the 5K race! Click on the picture to take you to the registration site.

Save the Date for the Next Senior luncheon.

Are you registered to vote?

Are you registered to vote for State and Local candidates in the March 20^th Primary Election? To vote in Illinois, you must be a United States citizen, 18 years old on or before Election Day, live in your election precinct at least 30 days prior to Election Day, not be convicted and in jail, and not claim to vote anywhere else. To register, go to City Hall during regular business hours. You must have two forms of identification, both with signatures and current address. You can also register online with a valid Illinois driver's license or state ID. Early voting in Oak Forest begins on Saturday, March 5 and will end on Monday, March 19.

e-Briefs is a free, voluntary e-mail service, which provides information about government services, activities and events. On a weekly basis, you can expect to find City Council news and agendas, construction updates, public safety reminders, senior and youth news, and much more! Please forward this e-mail to friends and family and encourage them to sign up for the weekly e-Briefs by visiting the Notify Me section of our website. Contact the City of Oak Forest at 708-687-4050 or cityofoakforest@oak-forest.org.