Wednesday Journal of Oak Park and River Forest
Jan 9, 2025 · Weekly newspaper from Growing Community Media serving Oak Park and River Forest. We build community through independent, nonpartisan journalism.
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Wednesday Journal. A hyperlocal news site committed to in-depth reporting on issues concerning Oak Park and River Forest, Illinois.
Oak Park may not meet its first Climate Ready goal
1 day ago · While Oak Park has made some progress in reducing local greenhouse gas emissions, it might not meet its goal of reducing emissions by 60% by 2030 at its current rate.
Save Field playground - Wednesday Journal
4 days ago · The excellent letter by Jeffrey Schneider in last week’s Journal [Opposing the Field Center relocation, Viewpoints, Jan. 8] touches only a few of the major issues in the park district’s plan ...
OP trustees set guidelines for energy-efficiency grant program
1 day ago · Oak Park trustees approved new guidelines for the energy-efficiency grant program, upping the maximum dollar amount residents can receive to reduce home energy consumption.. Trustees were able to ...
Oak Park hopes to strengthen local economy with vitality plan
2 days ago · But some trustees were unenthusiastic about what Camoin had to show for their research and engagement thus far. Hiring the firm cost $125,000, some of which the village pulled from 2024 savings.
What does OP’s village board have planned for 2024-2025?
Jan 25, 2024 · The board laid out six goals for 2024-2025: community affordability, community health and safety, racial equity, vibrant, diverse, connected neighborhoods, sustainability and resiliency, and ...
Life in Oak Park just got harder - Wednesday Journal
May 7, 2024 · Wednesday Journal. A hyperlocal news site committed to in-depth reporting on issues concerning Oak Park and River Forest, Illinois.
What’s next for Oak Park in 2024? - Wednesday Journal
Jan 3, 2024 · Oak Parkers can expect continued work toward making the village a more affordable, equitable and enjoyable place to live in 2024. That’s according to Vicki Scaman, Oak Park’s village president.
Oak Park one year into its climate action plan
Jul 25, 2023 · The village of Oak Park is one year into “Climate Ready Oak Park,” a comprehensive and long-term action plan to address the global climate crisis. To mark the anniversary, the village and ...