Village of Oak Park
Government AdministrationIllinois, United States201-500 Employees
The Village of Oak Park is a mid-sized municipal government located in Oak Park, Illinois, just west of Chicago. It serves a community of about 52,000 residents across 4.5 square miles and is recognized for its architectural heritage and diverse population. As a local government, it oversees delivery of services and planning initiatives that affect daily life in the village. Recent activities reflect ongoing efforts to modernize services and address community needs. In 2026, Oak Park launched an AI chatbot on its website to assist residents with information, and it is pursuing Shape Oak Park, a zoning update project intended to expand 'missing middle' housing options. The village is also advancing transportation planning through partnerships on bridge-crossing studies and operates information portals such as LeadFreeOakPark to inform residents about water service lines and lead exposure.