Oak Park Phone Directory

The Oak Park phone directory lists contact details for every village department and office in this Cook County community of over 53,000 residents. Oak Park is a village, not a city, so the government structure runs through a Village Board and Village Manager rather than a mayor-council setup. The main Village Hall number is 708-358-5700. Each department has its own direct line, and many also accept email. This directory puts all the key Oak Park phone numbers in one place so you can reach the right office without calling around.

Oak Park Village Hall Phone Directory

Oak Park Village Hall is at 123 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302. The main phone number is 708-358-5700. A second general line at 708-383-6400 also connects to Village Hall. The front desk can transfer your call to any department in the building. Village Hall is the center of government operations in Oak Park, and most departments either work out of this building or are close by.

The Village of Oak Park website is the official source for department contacts and village services.

The site links to each department page where you can find direct phone numbers, email addresses, and office hours.

The Village Manager's Office answers at 708-358-5770. You can also reach them by email at villagemanager@oak-park.us. The Village Manager oversees day-to-day operations and coordinates between departments. The Village Clerk picks up at 708-358-5670 or takes email at clerk@oak-park.us. The clerk handles meeting agendas, minutes, ordinances, and public records requests. Both offices are in Village Hall and open during regular business hours.

Note: Oak Park is a village, so you will see "Village" in department names rather than "City" throughout this phone directory.

Oak Park Department Phone Numbers

The Finance Department takes calls at 708-358-5478. Email goes to finance@oak-park.us. This is where you handle utility bills, tax questions, and payment issues. Public Works answers at 708-358-5700. They deal with streets, sewers, water service, and village infrastructure. The Development Services Department at 708-358-5420 covers building permits, zoning, and code enforcement. You can reach them by email at development@oak-park.us if you prefer not to call.

The Oak Park Health Department has its own phone line at 708-358-5480. Email goes to health@oak-park.us. This department handles public health programs, restaurant inspections, and environmental health services for the village. Human Resources at 708-358-5650 fields questions about village employment and can be reached at hr@oak-park.us.

The Oak Park government page breaks down the full structure of village departments and boards.

That page also shows the Village Board members and their contact information for residents who want to reach elected officials.

Here are the main department numbers for Oak Park:

• Village Hall: 708-358-5700
• Village Manager: 708-358-5770
• Village Clerk: 708-358-5670
• Finance: 708-358-5478
• Public Works: 708-358-5700
• Development Services: 708-358-5420
• Health Department: 708-358-5480

Police and Fire in Oak Park

The Oak Park Police Department non-emergency number is 708-386-3800. Email goes to police@oak-park.us. Call this line for noise complaints, non-urgent reports, parking problems, and general questions. Always call 911 for active emergencies. The police department serves the entire village and has officers on patrol around the clock.

The Oak Park Fire Department non-emergency line is 708-358-5600. Their email is fire@oak-park.us. Use this number for fire prevention questions, inspection scheduling, smoke detector inquiries, and general department information. The fire department responds to medical calls as well and works closely with neighboring departments through mutual aid agreements. For actual fires or medical emergencies, 911 is the only number to call.

Both departments fall under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140), which means you can request their staff directories and contact lists. Oak Park handles FOIA through the Village Clerk's office at 708-358-5670. The law requires a response within five business days.

Note: Oak Park police and fire share some dispatch services with nearby Cook County communities through intergovernmental agreements.

Oak Park FOIA and Public Records

The Village of Oak Park processes all FOIA requests through the Village Clerk's Office. Call 708-358-5670 or email clerk@oak-park.us. You can also submit requests through the village website. The clerk handles public records access for every village department. Phone directories, staff lists, email addresses, and department contact sheets are all available as public records under Illinois law.

The Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140) sets the rules for how Oak Park must handle records requests. The village has five business days to respond. If the records are complex or extensive, the clerk's office will let you know and may request more time. The law allows narrow exceptions for certain law enforcement records, but most village employee contact information is public and available on request.

Under the Illinois Local Records Act (50 ILCS 205), Oak Park must preserve and maintain its public records. That includes past phone directories and older staff lists. If you need archived contact information, the Village Clerk's Office can help you find it or file the right request. The village keeps records according to the state's retention schedules, so older documents may be available even if they are no longer posted online.

State Resources for Oak Park

When village-level contacts do not cover what you need, the State of Illinois maintains its own directories and databases. State agencies handle things like vehicle registration, professional licensing, and court records that fall outside village government. The state also oversees FOIA compliance for all local public bodies, including Oak Park.

The Illinois FOIA contacts page lists the records officers for every state agency.

If you need state-level phone numbers or want to file a FOIA request with a state agency, this page is a good starting point.

Oak Park residents sometimes need county and state contacts in addition to village numbers. Because Oak Park is in Cook County, county-level business goes through Cook County offices in downtown Chicago. State business goes through Springfield or through the regional offices that serve the Chicago suburban area. Knowing which level of government handles your question is the fastest way to get the right phone number.

How to Use This Directory

Start with the department that handles your issue. Water and sewer go to Public Works. Permits go to Development Services. If you are not sure, call the main Village Hall line at 708-358-5700. The front desk can transfer you or tell you which department to contact. That is the easiest path when you do not know exactly who to call.

Most Oak Park village offices are open Monday through Friday. Some departments have limited hours on certain days. Calling ahead is a good idea if you plan to visit Village Hall in person. The village website lists hours for each department. If you need help after hours, 911 and the police non-emergency line at 708-386-3800 are always available. For everything else, business hours apply.

Nearby Cities Phone Directory

Several cities and villages near Oak Park have their own phone directory pages. Oak Park borders Chicago to the east, and Berwyn and Elmhurst are also close by. If you need to reach a neighboring community's offices, check the links below. Berwyn and Elmhurst do not currently have dedicated pages on this site.

Cook County Phone Directory

Oak Park is in Cook County. County offices handle property taxes, vital records, court filings, and other services that fall outside village government. The Cook County offices are in downtown Chicago, which is a short trip from Oak Park by train or car. If your question involves county government rather than the Village of Oak Park, use the Cook County phone directory page to find the right number. Many Oak Park residents need both village and county contacts depending on what they are dealing with.