Learn more about city programs and events! Cable television subscribers can view CIC-TV.

November 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, November 2, 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, November 12, 2019

8:00 PM in City Hall Council Chambers

Click the image above for full coverage of the City Council meeting on October 22, 2019 from the Oak Forest Broadcast Network.

Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony 2019

Click the image above to register for this year's Christmas Parade or Trim-a-Tree contest!

Saturday, December 7, 2019 at 6:30 pm. and
Sunday, December 8, 2019 at 3:00 pm.
Contact Victor Pazik at 708-687-0500 x 4303 for tickets.

Oak Forest Decision on Recreational Cannabis Facilities

Public Hearing on November 6

On November 6, 2019, the Oak Forest Planning and Zoning Commission will consider zoning regulations for recreational cannabis facilities. This review is related to the recently passed Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act that legalizes the recreational use, retail sales, and production of cannabis by adults.

This new state law impacts all area communities and takes effect on January 1, 2020 with licenses for dispensaries anticipated to be awarded by the State of Illinois later in 2020. The City has been approached by businesses with interest in applying for state licenses to operate cannabis dispensaries in Oak Forest. In response, the City is seeking to proactively draft land use regulations that govern where in the City’s commercial and industrial districts these facilities can locate.

The Mayor and City Council invite interested residents to attend this public hearing on Wednesday, November 6th at 7pm in the Council Chambers at City Hall. Any questions about this meeting or potential regulations can be directed to Paul Ruane, Community Planner for Oak Forest at 708.444.4848 or at pruane@oak-forest.org.

Employment Opportunity
Part-time Community Bus Driver

The City of Oak Forest is seeking a part-time bus driver for the City of Oak Forest’s Community Bus service. Duties include transporting passengers to and from destinations as required, determining most efficient routing of trips, and providing a professional and safe operation of the vehicle. Prior para-transit or shuttle bus driving experience is a plus.

Click here to visit the Jobs page on the city website for complete information.

Chicagoland Vintage Home Association Energy Upgrades

Click the image above to watch coverage from the special luncheon from September at Oak Forest Fire Station 39. (Provided by the Oak Forest Broadcast Network)

Click the image to view and download the flyer!

SENIOR LUNCHEON
Thursday, December 5, 2019

OFHS Madrigal Singers

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! The Oak Forest High School Madrigal Singers, in period costume, will regale you with their harmonies singing seasonal songs!

NEW LOCATION! Join us at the Oak Forest Park District, 15660 Central Avenue. Doors open at 10 AM. Presentation at 11 AM. After the presentation, luncheon will be served. Tickets cost $5.00. Bingo will follow the luncheon.

Tickets are available at City Hall (15540 S. Central; 708-687-4050) or can be purchased at the door on the day of the event. Hope to see you there!

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.

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City Hall is closed this Saturday, November 2, 2019The 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.