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Received the GFOA award 2020 Audit Report

The Park District of Oak Park’s annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 has met the requirements to be awarded GFOA’s Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting. The GFOA established the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Program (Certificate Program) in 1945 to encourage and assist state and local governments to go beyond the minimum requirements of generally accepted accounting principles to prepare a

Winter Storm Warning: Closures

Due to the severe weather and dangerous conditions, all PDOP programs and events are canceled for the duration of the day, Wednesday, February 2. All Park District facilities are closed as well, including the Oak Park Conservatory. Customer Service is available via phone at (708) 725–2000 or email at info@pdop.org until 5:00 PM today.

Jan 05, 2022 05:39 PM

New Proof Of Vaccination Order

Dear Patrons, As of Wednesday, January 12, 2022, the Oak Park Public Health Department issued two amendments to its Proof of Vaccination in Public Places order. On January 6, an exemption was added to the order for newly turning 5-year-old children allowing them to participate in recreation programming while they are getting vaccinated: Any individual who attains five (5) years of age on or after the effective date of the Order (January 6, 2022) shall be entitled to a grace period of si

The Park District of Oak Park was awarded the 2021 Platinum International Aquatic Safety Award from Jeff Ellis & Associates, Inc.

This award recognizes aquatic facilities that are consistently exceeding their criteria for aquatic safety certification. International Safety Awards are presented in three levels – Silver, Gold, and Platinum. Only the elite, top 14% of Ellis and Associate clients in the world receive a Platinum International Aquatic Safety Award each year.

2021 Frank Lloyd Wright Races Go Virtual

After much thought and consideration with PDOP staff and the Oak Park Health Department, it is with great disappointment that we announce the cancellation of our in-person Frank Lloyd Wright Races this year.

Aug 05, 2021 05:00 PM

Face Coverings Required Indoors

Per the order issued by the Oak Park Health Department, effective Friday, August 6, 2021, the Park District of Oak Park will require all individuals (patrons and staff), regardless of their vaccination status, to wear a face covering in all indoor public settings. The health department also recommends that "individuals wear a mask outdoors if they are not able to practice social distancing by maintaining at least a six (6) foot distance from other individuals not from the same household."

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Community Service Awards

Every year the Park District of Oak Park presents community service awards to organizations and individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the advancement of parks and recreation in our community.

6.11.2021 Illinois Moves to Phase 5

The State of Illinois has issued guidance for Phase 5 which allows for near-normal operations.

5.14.21: State of Illinois Moves to Bridge Phase

Governor Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health have announced that effective immediately, the State has moved to the Bridge Phase. While the CDC has announced recommendations regarding face-coverings, the State has not changed its guidance and thus face-coverings remain required for both indoor and outdoor activities.

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Museum Grant Awarded for Pleasant Home

Park District receives $421,500 Illinois Museum Grant for installation of geothermal system at Pleasant Home.

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Park District Earns National Accreditation in Parks and Recreation

Mark of distinction recognizes commitment to highest level of service to the community

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Park District Receives State Recognition

5th Straight Year for Best of the Best Green Practices Award

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Longfellow Park Awarded Environmental Recertification

Only 50 STMA member facilities have been earned this distinction

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A Message from the Park District of Oak Park

A Statement from Executive Director Jan Arnold

New Proof Of Vaccination Order

Masking is no longer required indoors; it remains optional for individuals who feel comfortable in doing so. It is likely many individuals will continue to wear face coverings for a variety of reasons, including comfort, vaccination status, and personal or family health status. Park District staff will respect and accept all individual preferences with regard to face coverings.

Order of Vaccination Proof and Masks Lifted

Effective Monday, February 28, Park District of Oak Park will no longer require proof of vaccination or masks to participate in our programs or enter our facilities. This includes all individuals, regardless of age, who participate in programs, events, or activities as well as visitors and spectators. On Friday, February 25, the Oak Park Department of Public Health issued a new Public Health Order rescinding the order dated December 31, 2021 requiring proof of vaccination and face coverings in

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Park District Receives Grant Funds

$592,000 awarded from IL Dept of Natural Resources for Rehm and Carroll Parks

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Park District of Oak Park Awarded $400,000 OSLAD Grant for Stevenson Park

Stevenson Park improvements include a new, accessible entryway which connects to a looped walking path and a new playground.

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Park District of Oak Park

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