Village of Forest Park

Village of Forest Park The official page for the Village of Forest Park, Illinois.

06/17/2026

Update 6:40pm: Traffic lights have been fixed.
Traffic Alert!
The traffic signals at Harlem Ave and I290 are currently out. Crews are en route, however, expect traffic delays in the area.

Village Hall will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. 🏛️We wish all residents a safe Juneteenth a...
06/16/2026

Village Hall will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. 🏛️

We wish all residents a safe Juneteenth and hope you take time to enjoy the day.

Regular business hours will resume on Monday, June 22.

Forest Park residents, the Forest Park Fire Department will be conducting hydrant testing throughout the summer months.F...
06/15/2026

Forest Park residents, the Forest Park Fire Department will be conducting hydrant testing throughout the summer months.

Firefighters will be flushing hydrants, performing routine maintenance, and making sure hydrants are working properly. Testing may begin as early as this week.

Thank you for your cooperation as crews complete this important work to help keep our community safe.

The 17th Annual Juneteenth Family Pool Party is happening tomorrow! 🎉🏊Join friends, neighbors, and families from across ...
06/12/2026

The 17th Annual Juneteenth Family Pool Party is happening tomorrow! 🎉🏊

Join friends, neighbors, and families from across the community for an evening of celebration, connection, and fun at the Forest Park Aquatic Center. Forest Park established this tradition in 2009 to introduce Juneteenth to children and families living in Proviso and the surrounding communities, and we are proud to continue it each year.

📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Forest Park Aquatic Center
7501 W. Harrison St., Forest Park

We hope you'll join us as we celebrate community and commemorate Juneteenth together.

06/12/2026

A tornado warning has been issued for our area until 8:45pm. Please take cover.

06/11/2026

Tonight’s Recreation Board Meeting is canceled.

The next meeting will be on Thursday, July 9, 2026. Thank you!

Public Works crews are out clearing debris from yesterday’s storm.Crews will be working block by block over the next wee...
06/11/2026

Public Works crews are out clearing debris from yesterday’s storm.

Crews will be working block by block over the next week to remove brush from the parkway. We appreciate your patience as they continue this work.

The Village is also monitoring the potential for more storms on Thursday afternoon. Two rounds of storms are possible, with damaging high winds, hail, and possible tornado warnings.

Please continue to monitor the weather late Thursday afternoon into the evening and take precautions as needed.

We will share additional updates as necessary.

The Village of Forest Park will hold a Budget Meeting on Wednesday, July 8, at 3 PM at Village Hall, 517 Des Plaines Ave...
06/11/2026

The Village of Forest Park will hold a Budget Meeting on Wednesday, July 8, at 3 PM at Village Hall, 517 Des Plaines Avenue.

Residents are welcome to attend and stay informed as the Village discusses budget-related matters.

Update 7:00pm: Main streets have been cleared for emergency vehicles. Public Works crews will be working late into this ...
06/10/2026

Update 7:00pm: Main streets have been cleared for emergency vehicles. Public Works crews will be working late into this evening to move debris from side streets. Clean up of sidewalks and alleys will take several days to complete.

We are monitoring the potential for more storms Wednesday evening and Thursday afternoon. We appreciate your patience as we work to get the storm damage cleaned up.

Residents, the Village is aware of several downed trees throughout Forest Park.

Public Works crews are actively working to clear trees, branches, and debris. Main roads will be addressed first, followed by side streets.

Please do not touch any trees or debris that are in contact with power lines. ⚠️ If possible, please stay off the roads to allow crews to work safely and efficiently.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as crews continue their work.

Service Update Reminder for Residents 🚛 ...Beginning Wednesday, June 10, all single-family homes, condos, and apartment ...
06/08/2026

Service Update Reminder for Residents 🚛 ...

Beginning Wednesday, June 10, all single-family homes, condos, and apartment buildings with 1–4 units that currently receive Thursday garbage and recycling service will transition to Wednesday collection.

📅 Schedule Reminder:
- Week of June 8: Pickup shifts to Wednesday, June 10

Apartment buildings with 5 or more units will remain on their current collection schedules.

This adjustment will help SBC Waste Solutions provide more consistent service throughout the community. Thank you for your patience and cooperation during this transition.

Questions? Contact SBC Waste Solutions Customer Service at 312-522-1115.

Address

517 Desplaines Avenue
Forest Park, IL
60130

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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