Access Melrose Park Phone Directory

The Melrose Park phone directory collects village department contacts, public safety numbers, and local service lines for this west suburban Cook County community. Melrose Park has about 24,549 residents and runs its government out of Village Hall on 25th Avenue. The village keeps Saturday hours in addition to the normal weekday schedule, which is helpful if you cannot call during the work week. This page lists every department phone number, the office address, and hours so you can reach the right person on the first try.

Melrose Park Village Hall Phone Numbers

Melrose Park Village Hall is at 1000 North 25th Avenue, Melrose Park, IL 60160. The main phone number is 708-343-4000. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. That Saturday window is a nice perk since most villages close for the whole weekend. Use it for things you cannot take care of during the work week.

Mayor Ronald M. Serpico leads the village. Village Clerk Mary Ann Paolantonio handles public records, meeting documents, and ordinances. The Village of Melrose Park website has department pages, contact numbers, board meeting schedules, and village service information.

The Building Commissioner and Code Enforcement both use the main Village Hall number at 708-343-4000. If you need a building permit, want to report a code violation, or have questions about zoning, call that number and ask for the right department. Permits are needed for most construction and renovation work in the village.

The Illinois state portal connects to local government websites and can help you find Melrose Park contacts through state directories.

State-level directories sometimes list older numbers, so the village website is always the better source for current contacts.

Melrose Park Police and Fire Contacts

The Melrose Park Police Department non-emergency number is 708-344-8409. Always call 911 for emergencies. This line handles noise complaints, minor theft reports, parking problems, and general questions about police services. The Juvenile Department uses the same number. For police records or staff directories, contact the department directly rather than going through Village Hall.

The Melrose Park Fire Department non-emergency number is 708-344-1210. The department handles fire suppression, EMS calls, fire inspections, and fire prevention programs. If you need a fire inspection for a business or rental property, call this number during business hours to set up an appointment. The department also responds to medical emergencies and runs ambulance service for the village.

The Emergency Services and Public Safety Department can be reached at 708-345-4350 ext. 111. This office handles broader public safety coordination beyond what the police and fire departments cover on their own. It works on emergency planning, disaster response, and community safety programs.

Under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140), both departments must provide public records on request. Staff directories, rosters, department budgets, and call logs are all available. The village has five business days to respond. Some records may be redacted if they involve ongoing investigations or personal safety concerns.

Melrose Park Village Services Directory

Melrose Park has dedicated phone numbers for several departments, which cuts down on transfers and hold time. Here are the key numbers beyond Village Hall and public safety.

Public Works and Streets and Sanitation share the number 708-343-5128. This department handles street maintenance, refuse collection, recycling, snow removal, and general infrastructure. For landscaping questions specifically, use 708-343-5128 ext. 7406. If you have a pothole, a missed trash pickup, or a fallen tree blocking a road, Public Works is the right call.

Water and Sewer services can be reached at 708-531-5347. This line handles billing questions, water quality concerns, service shutoffs, and sewer backup reports. If your water bill looks wrong or you need to set up service at a new address, this is the number.

The Senior Building at 708-531-5330 provides services for older residents. This office runs programs, events, and social services for seniors in the community. Special Events also uses this phone number, so call here for information about village festivals, community gatherings, and public events.

The Youth Commission can be reached at 708-343-2015. This office coordinates programs and activities for young people in Melrose Park. The Melrose Park Public Library has its own line at 708-649-7400 and operates separately from village government, but it is an important community resource worth noting here.

The Sports and Fitness Club phone number is 708-450-0555. This village-run facility offers recreational programs for residents. Call for membership details, class schedules, and facility hours.

Public Records and FOIA in Melrose Park

The Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140) gives you the right to request public records from Melrose Park village departments. Phone directories, staff contact lists, department budgets, meeting minutes, and vendor contracts are all available. The village has five business days to respond after receiving your written request. Viewing records in person at Village Hall is free. Copies may cost a small fee per page.

The Village Clerk serves as the primary FOIA officer. Submit requests through Village Hall at 1000 North 25th Avenue. Include enough detail about what you want so the staff can find the records without too much guesswork. Vague requests take longer to process because the staff may need to ask you to narrow things down.

Under the Illinois Local Records Act (50 ILCS 205), Melrose Park must preserve public records according to the state retention schedule. Old phone directories, past staff rosters, and archived department documents are kept based on these rules. If you need a record from years ago, the village should still have it or can tell you where it was transferred.

The state contact page has more information about how FOIA works in Illinois and what to do if your request is denied.

That page covers timelines, appeal options, and the role of the Illinois Attorney General in FOIA disputes.

How to Use This Directory

Start by matching your issue to the right department. Village services like water, streets, and building permits go through Village Hall at 708-343-4000 or the specific department numbers listed above. Police matters use 708-344-8409. Fire and EMS questions go to 708-344-1210. Water billing uses 708-531-5347. Public records requests go through the Village Clerk at Village Hall. The Saturday morning hours can help if weekdays do not work for you.

County-level services do not go through Melrose Park Village Hall. Property tax questions, vital records, and court matters are handled by Cook County. The Cook County Assessor deals with property valuations. The Cook County Clerk manages birth and death certificates. If your question falls outside village services, contact the county offices instead.

Nearby Cities Phone Directory

Melrose Park is in the western suburbs of Chicago near several other communities. Elmwood Park, Maywood, and Franklin Park are immediate neighbors but do not have directory pages on this site yet. The links below go to nearby cities that have phone directory pages with department contacts and office details.

Cook County Phone Directory

Melrose Park is in Cook County. County offices handle property tax assessments, vital records, and court filings. The main Cook County phone number is 312-443-5500. If your question involves county government rather than village government, use the Cook County phone directory page for the right contact information. Many Melrose Park residents need both village and county numbers depending on what they are dealing with.