August CIC-TV Programming Schedule

If you do not subscribe to cable television, visit oak-forest.org/broadcast to learn more about the Oak Forest Broadcast Network. Click here to watch special coverage of community events, Committee of the Whole and City Council meetings. DVD archives are also available at Acorn Public Library. 

City Hall is closed this Saturday, August 10, 2019
The City Hall Clerk's Office is open one Saturday a month (except June). After hours, all payments can be dropped in the Night Depository Mail slot to the right of the City Hall main entrance.

Next City Council Meeting is Tuesday, August 13, 2019

8:00 PM in City Hall Council Chambers

2019 Forest In Bloom Award Winners

The Oak Forest Streetscape Commission is proud to announce the winners of the 2019 Forest In Bloom Awards. The Streetscape Commission received almost 300 nominations this year. The Forest In Bloom Awards are presented annually to Oak Forest residents, businesses, and organizations who take the extra steps necessary to beautify their homes and properties through exceptional landscaping. When awarding points, judges consider the visual impact of the front yard landscaping and plant variety; the maintenance of lawn, bushes, shrubs, and flower beds; and the use of accessories (gazing balls, fountains, statues, etc.). Back yards are not considered for award selection. 

Congratulations to the 2019 Forest in Bloom Award winners. The Streetscape Commission appreciates the efforts put towards making each property exceptional and we look forward to seeing what next year brings!

Click here to view this year's list of winners.

Think your house was overlooked or didn't submit a nomination? Check back next June when the 2020 Forest In Bloom Awards opens on the city website at oak-forest.org/bloom.

Huge Turn-out For National Night Out 2019

On Tuesday, August 6, the City of Oak Forest hosted the 23rd Annual National Night Out with record attendance. National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. (natw.org)

Residents enjoyed horseback rides provided by Nova Quarter Horses, inflatable bouncy houses, mini-train rides, and rock-climbing tower; and had the opportunity to meet with local businesses and organizations. The Oak Forest Police Department offered tours of the police station to residents granting access to dispatch and processing areas as well as teaching about procedures. 

The City of Oak Forest would like to thank the Crime Prevention Commission, sponsors, and volunteers for making this an event to remember. Special thank you to Crime Prevention Commission co-chairs Lora Korgis and Mark Judge for leading this extraordinary event!

Backpacks for Kids

Over the past few months, Oak Forest Firefighter Kurt DeGroot with Project Fire Buddies collected hundreds of school supplies donated from residents, businesses and other organizations to provide backpacks to schools with students who needed assistance for the coming school year. 

"I am happy to say we filled and delivered 373 backpacks," said DeGroot. "We deliver to all 10 of our public schools in town. We also delivered a case of Kleenex to each school."

Most of the firefighters at the department helped fill and deliver backpacks full of school supplies. DeGroot's wife and youngest son also helped fill backpacks while firefighters were on-call. Michelle Barnes from CNB Bank & Trust collected several supplies at their bank location, and donated some, as well. Residents filled barrels with school supplies in barrels at the fire house and lobby of City Hall.

The City of Oak Forest thanks Kurt DeGroot, members of Project Fire Buddies, and all donors and volunteers in their efforts to help the children in our community have a better school experience.

Visit Project Fire Buddies on Facebook!

Be in the parade!
I Am An American Day Parade

Sunday, September 1, 2019 - 11 AM

We all love a parade. But have you ever wanted to be IN a parade? Decorate your bike, wagon or stroller with patriotic flare in red, white and blue, and register for the I Am an American Day Parade on Sunday, September 1!

The parade will make its way down Central Avenue beginning at 151st Street and end up at the Oak Forest Park District's Old Times Picnic in Central Park.

Click here to register! 

Happy Labor Day!

39th Annual Community Expo

Saturday, October 5, 2019  -  9 AM - 1 PM

Save The Date! Register Today!

Take advantage of this advertising/educational opportunity and exhibit in this year’s Awareness Fair October 5th, 2019.  In just a few short hours, you can promote your product and services to the residents of Oak Forest and Crestwood!

When: October 5th, 2019 - 9 AM to 1 PM
Where: Arbor Park Middle School, 17303 Central Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452

Promote your business/organization!
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION FORM.

Sell your crafts and products!
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE VENDOR REGISTRATION FORM.

Please return completed applications and payment by September 23, 2019.
For information on exhibiting, please contact the Chamber’s Office at: (708) 687-4600.

Join 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.

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.