Park Forest Phone Directory Lookup

The Park Forest phone directory lists every village government contact for this south suburban community that straddles Cook and Will Counties. Park Forest has a population of about 21,156 and runs its operations from Village Hall at 350 Victory Drive. Every department has a direct phone line, and the front desk can route your call if you are not sure where to start. This page covers the key numbers, addresses, and hours for all Park Forest village offices so you can reach the right person fast.

Park Forest Village Hall Contact Info

Park Forest Village Hall is at 350 Victory Drive, Park Forest, IL 60466. The main phone number is 708-748-1112. Most departments operate out of Village Hall or nearby village buildings. The front desk handles general questions and can transfer you to any department.

The Village of Park Forest website has a staff directory and department pages with direct numbers, email addresses, and office locations for each department. If a number on this page does not get you where you need, the online directory is a good backup.

Illinois also keeps a directory of local government contacts at the state level. That can help when you need to reach a state agency that works with Park Forest.

Walk-ins are welcome during business hours. Staff at the front desk can answer questions, give you forms, and direct you to the right office. Phone calls tend to be the fastest way to handle simple questions. If you call and get voicemail, leave your name and number. Staff usually return calls within one business day. Village Hall closes on state and federal holidays.

Park Forest sits in both Cook County and Will County. That can make things a bit confusing when you need county-level services. Most of the village falls in Cook County, but some areas on the south and west side are in Will County. Property taxes, court filings, and other county matters depend on which side your address falls on. If you are not sure, Village Hall can tell you which county handles your area.

Park Forest Department Phone Numbers

The village has several departments. Here are the numbers you are most likely to need:

• Village Hall main line: 708-748-1112
• Police non-emergency: 708-748-4700
• Police department: 708-748-4701
• Fire Department: 708-748-5642
• Public Works: 708-503-7702
• Building Department: 708-503-7703

Public Works is at Village Hall, 350 Victory Drive. They handle streets, water, sewer, and storm drainage for the village. If you have a water issue or street problem after hours, call the police non-emergency line and they will connect you to the on-call crew. Public Works also manages leaf pickup, snow removal, and parkway tree maintenance.

The Building Department is on the second floor of Village Hall. They handle building permits, inspections, zoning questions, and code enforcement. The Park Forest departments page breaks down each office and gives more detail on what they cover.

The Fire Department is at 156 Indianwood Boulevard. Their administrative line handles non-emergency questions. For all emergencies, call 911. The department provides fire suppression, emergency medical services, and fire prevention programs. They also do community events and safety programs throughout the year.

Park Forest Police Department

The Park Forest Police Department handles non-emergency calls at 708-748-4700. For emergencies, call 911. The non-emergency line goes to dispatch, which is staffed around the clock. You can reach an officer, records, or any other section through that number.

Walk-ins are welcome at the police station at 200 Lakewood Boulevard during normal hours. If you need a copy of a report or want to check on a case, calling first is usually fastest. After-hours calls still go through dispatch, so someone is always available to help.

Under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140), you can request police records, staff directories, and phone lists from the Park Forest Police Department. FOIA requests go through the Village Clerk. The village must respond within five business days.

The police department also has a Problem Oriented Policing program that works with residents on neighborhood issues. If your concern involves ongoing problems rather than a single incident, ask about the POP program when you call.

Public Records and FOIA in Park Forest

Park Forest is a public body under Illinois law. Village records, including phone directories, staff contact lists, budgets, and meeting minutes, are open to the public. The Village Clerk handles FOIA requests. You can submit a request in person at Village Hall, by mail, or through the village website.

The governing law is 5 ILCS 140, the Freedom of Information Act. Any person can ask for records without giving a reason. Park Forest must respond within five business days. Phone lists, email directories, contracts, and most other village documents are available through FOIA.

The Illinois Local Records Act (50 ILCS 205) requires Park Forest to keep records for set periods. Old phone directories and past contact lists may still be on file even if they are years old. If something is not on the village website, a FOIA request is the way to get it.

Park Forest posts many documents online, too. Check the website before filing a formal request. You might find what you need right away. Budget reports, board agendas, and department contact lists are often posted there.

How to Use the Park Forest Phone Directory

Start with 708-748-1112. Tell the front desk what you need and they will get you to the right department. If you have a direct number, use that to skip the front desk. The police non-emergency line is the only one staffed 24 hours.

Park Forest is a mid-sized village, so departments are generally responsive. You will usually reach someone within a few rings during business hours. If you hit voicemail, leave your name and a short message. Staff are good about calling back.

The Illinois state FOIA contacts page is useful if you need a state agency that works with Park Forest on licensing, regulatory, or permit issues.

That page lists FOIA officers for agencies across Illinois. It is helpful when your question spans both village and state government.

Because Park Forest straddles two counties, some services depend on your address. Property taxes go through either Cook County or Will County depending on your location. The same goes for court filings and vital records. If you need county-level help, Village Hall can tell you which county applies to your address. Then check the Cook County or Will County phone directory pages for the right contacts.

Park Forest Phone Directory Records

The village keeps records of all department contacts and staff directories as part of its administrative files. These are public records under Illinois law. If you need a full phone list for a department or a copy of a past directory, contact the Village Clerk at Village Hall. You can call or walk in during business hours.

Records are stored according to the schedules in the Local Records Act (50 ILCS 205). Phone directories fall under general administrative records. Older listings may still be on file. A FOIA request is the standard route for getting copies of records not currently posted online.

County-level records are kept by Cook County and Will County, not the village. If you need county phone lists, go through the relevant county clerk rather than through Village Hall.

Nearby Cities Phone Directories

Park Forest is in the south suburbs of Chicago, near several other communities. Homewood and Matteson are close by but do not have their own phone directory pages on this site yet. Here are nearby cities with pages:

Cook County and Will County Phone Directories

Park Forest straddles Cook County and Will County. Most of the village falls within Cook County, but parts extend into Will County. County offices handle property records, vital records, court filings, and other services outside village government. Which county you deal with depends on your address. Village Hall can confirm which county applies to your property. Check the Cook County and Will County phone directory pages for contacts at the county level.