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Village of Park Forest - Public Works News

Posted on: May 21, 2014

[ARCHIVED] Metra parking in Park Forest to increase July 1

Metra commuter lot parking rates in Park Forest increase July 1 from $1 per day to $1.25 per day. Users of the stations at 211th & North Street are advised.

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Park Forest urges residents to help prevent street flooding by keeping storm drains clear

Park Forest urges residents to help prevent street flooding by keeping storm drains clear

Posted on: March 20, 2026
Park Forest approves $1.25M Tamarack Standpipe rehabilitation project

Park Forest approves $1.25M Tamarack Standpipe rehabilitation project

Posted on: March 9, 2026
Click this image to for an update on the Forest Boulevard reconstruction project.

Nicor, ComEd work underway ahead of Forest Boulevard reconstruction in Park Forest

Posted on: February 19, 2026
Clicking this image will take you to a story about aging infrastructure in the Village.

Aging infrastructure, temperature swings drive water main breaks in Park Forest

Posted on: February 13, 2026
Clicking this image takes you to a story about the Village's salt wares.

Park Forest maintains a strong salt supply despite a regional shortage

Posted on: February 3, 2026
Clicking this image will take you to an explainer on why the Village has water main breaks.

Explainer: Why water main breaks keep happening in Park Forest

Posted on: December 15, 2025
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Park Forest officials urge residents to protect pipes as coldest air of the season approaches

Posted on: December 11, 2025
Clicking this image will take you to a story about the winner of the 2025 snowplow contest.

'Scoop Dogg' wins Park Forest’s snowplow naming contest

Posted on: December 8, 2025
Clicking this image will take you to a story about the Village's 50/50 sidewalk program.

Park Forest offers 50/50 Program to help residents replace low-risk sidewalks

Posted on: November 26, 2025
Clicking this image will take you to a story about sewer repair in the Village.

Park Forest to begin sanitary sewer rehabilitation project, Nov. 18

Posted on: November 13, 2025
Clicking this image will take you to a story about Public Works and the first snowfall of the year.

Park Forest sees first snowfall; Public Works gears up for winter plowing

Posted on: November 10, 2025
Clicking this image will take you to a story about the annual Name a Snowplow contest.

Park Forest opens second annual ‘Name the Plow’ contest

Posted on: October 27, 2025
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Park Forest urges residents not to rake, blow leaves into the street

Posted on: October 9, 2025
Clicking this image will take you to a story about the Village's mosquito control.

Park Forest outlines mosquito control, urges residents to take precautions

Posted on: September 19, 2025
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Park Forest reports steady progress on street, sewer work

Posted on: September 16, 2025
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Grassroots effort aims to keep Park Forest walkways safe, meeting set Aug. 21

Posted on: August 20, 2025
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Explainer: What causes water main breaks in Park Forest and how the village responds

Posted on: May 23, 2025
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Illinois awards Park Forest $2.45 million for 26th Street bike, pedestrian path

Posted on: May 22, 2025
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Park Forest celebrates National Public Works Week with coloring contest, social media campaign

Posted on: May 14, 2025
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Park Forest ranks fourth in statewide water contest

Posted on: April 15, 2025
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Explainer: Understanding how Park Forest plans, pays for road construction

Posted on: April 15, 2025
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Park Forest installs additional speed limit signs to promote safe driving

Posted on: March 27, 2025
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Yard waste pick-up service resumes in Park Forest on April 1

Posted on: March 25, 2025
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Park Forest Public Works announces 2025 road construction list, following board's approval

Posted on: March 18, 2025
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Park Forest board awards Hayden Chiapetta after winning the "Name the Snowplow" contest

Posted on: March 4, 2025
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Park Forest receives 'Best Tasting Water in the South Suburbs,' competing for statewide title

Posted on: February 26, 2025
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Explainer: Park Forest Public Works Director Ysaguirre provides insight on snow removal

Posted on: February 6, 2025
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Park Forest Public Works provides guidance on how to 'salt smart' amid wintry conditions

Posted on: January 6, 2025
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Park Forest Public Works announces Name the Snowplow Contest winner

Posted on: December 23, 2024
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Park Forest holds snowplow naming contest

Posted on: December 9, 2024 | Last Modified on: December 10, 2024
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Park Forest Public Works offers free "Salt Smart" cups ahead of winter season

Posted on: December 2, 2024
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Park Forest Department of Public Works hopes to seek funding for water main updates

Posted on: November 27, 2024
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Park Forest Public Works prepares for season's first snowfall

Posted on: November 20, 2024
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Cook County President Toni Preckwinkle joins Park Forest officials to announce 460K grant funding

Posted on: August 1, 2024
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Village officials provide guidance following severe weather outbreak

Posted on: July 18, 2024
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Public Works urges residents to help clean storm drains ahead heavy rains

Posted on: July 9, 2024
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Village asks residents to watch for localize flooding, water main breaks amid mid-winter thaw

Posted on: January 25, 2024
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Village urges residents to be proactive ahead of major winter storm this weekend

Posted on: January 11, 2024
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Village officials give tips to prevent pipes from freezing this winter

Posted on: November 28, 2023
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Village officials urge residents not to rake leaves in the streets to prevent flooding

Posted on: October 5, 2023
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Village spends $9 million on roughly six miles of roadway over the last year

Posted on: October 3, 2023
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Village urges residents to keep storm drains clear amid recent rains to prevent street flooding

Posted on: September 27, 2023
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Public Works prepares for upcoming winter with various projects

Posted on: September 22, 2023
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Village paints, adds logo on water tower near Blackhawk Drive

Posted on: August 22, 2023
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Village Manager Tom Mick explains why some trees are removed from the parkways amid construction

Posted on: August 10, 2023
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DPW announces water main construction project that scheduled for Aug. 21

Posted on: August 7, 2023
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Construction work may cause water service interruption near the area of the Westbridge Apartments

Posted on: June 2, 2023
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Road work continues along Shabbona Drive with curb and driveway apron removal

Posted on: April 27, 2023
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DPW announces restriping project for Orchard Dr. slated for Monday, May 1

Posted on: April 26, 2023
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Village secures millions in grants to improve infrastructure across Park Forest

Posted on: April 20, 2023
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Boil Order Advisory remains in effect for Lincolnwood area; Village thanks residents

Posted on: April 12, 2023
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Understanding a Boil Order Advisory - a list of FAQ's

Posted on: April 11, 2023
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Boil Order Advisory to go into effect Tuesday, April 11 at 2 p.m. - for the entire Village

Posted on: April 7, 2023
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Department of Public Works accomplishments for 2022

Posted on: January 18, 2023
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Village prepared for blizzard-like conditions with first snowstorm of winter

Posted on: December 21, 2022
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Final street sweeping Monday, Nov. 14

Posted on: November 8, 2022
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Nicor natural gas meter relocation program

Posted on: September 27, 2022
Hydrant Flushing

Hydrant flushing, Sept. 6 - 23

Posted on: September 3, 2022
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Western Avenue resurfacing begins today

Posted on: June 30, 2022
My Street Nights begins a four-week run July 1

Water Quality Report for 2020 now available

Posted on: July 1, 2021
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Park Forest Public Works director explains how to prevent your pipes from bursting this winter

Posted on: February 12, 2025 | Last Modified on: February 14, 2025
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Park Forest Sustainability Office offers advice on being energy efficient during extreme cold

Posted on: February 12, 2025

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    350 Victory Drive
    Park Forest, IL 60466
    Phone: 708-748-1112

Village Hours

  1. Village Hall Hours:
    9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    Monday - Friday

    Extended Hours: 
    9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
    Monday Only (Water Dept. and RP&CH Only)

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