Village of Park Forest
Recent News About Village of Park Forest
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Park Forest opens cooling centers amid upcoming heatwave
Park Forest officials have issued a warning to residents as a heatwave is expected to bring temperatures into the mid-90s, with heat indices ranging from 103 to 107 degrees.
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Park Forest approves FY 25-26 budget focusing on infrastructure improvements
During a recent board meeting, the Park Forest Board of Trustees approved the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget, detailing over $20.4 million in planned capital improvements.
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Jon Kindseth named new village manager for Park Forest
The Village of Park Forest has appointed Jon Kindseth as the new village manager.
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Village Manager Tom Mick retires after nearly three decades
After nearly 30 years of service, Tom Mick is retiring from his role as Village Manager of Park Forest.
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H-1B approvals for employers classified under Other Services (except Public Administration) industry across Will County Gazette publication area in 2024
The only H-1B petition filed by an employer classified under the Other Services (except Public Administration) industry located across Will County Gazette publication area was approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Park Forest Board meeting addresses taxes, budget approval and leadership transition
The Park Forest Village Board is set to convene on Monday, June 16, with a comprehensive agenda that includes significant financial and administrative decisions.
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Park Forest residents face higher electric bills due to ComEd rate hike
Residents of Park Forest are facing increased electricity costs following a rate hike by ComEd, the primary electricity provider in the region.
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Park Forest plans local grocery tax as state levy ends
Village officials in Park Forest plan to introduce a 1-percent local grocery tax starting January 1, 2026.
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H-1B approvals for employers classified under Health Care and Social Assistance industry across Will County Gazette publication area in 2024
In 2024, 94.6% of H-1B petitions filed by Health Care and Social Assistance employers across Will County Gazette publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Danielle Marshall opens juice bar promoting health in Park Forest
After years of quietly selling health-focused juice blends, Danielle Marshall has opened Danie’s Natural Juice Bar & Wellness Suite at 388 Forest Blvd. in Park Forest.
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Park Forest trustees to discuss FY 2025-26 budget in upcoming meeting
The Village of Park Forest Board of Trustees is set to hold a Rules and Special Regular Meeting on June 9 at 7 p.m. at the Village Hall located at 350 Victory Drive.
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Park Forest launches Resident Appreciation Month with events and raffles
The Village of Park Forest is showing its appreciation for residents throughout June with a series of activities.
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H-1B approvals for employers classified under Wholesale Trade industry across Will County Gazette publication area in 2024
Of the 6 H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under the Wholesale Trade industry located across Will County Gazette publication area five were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Police caution against leaving kids unattended in cars amid rising temperatures
As temperatures rise with the onset of summer, the Park Forest Police Department has issued a warning to parents and caregivers about the dangers of leaving children unattended in vehicles.
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Park Forest hosts brunch for Pride Month with drag show
The Village of Park Forest is set to celebrate Pride Month with an LGBTQI+ Brunch, Drag and Fashion Show on June 7.
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Lt. Bess Vlahakis leads transformative changes at Park Forest Fire Department
Earlier this year, Elisabeth "Bess" Vlahakis was promoted to lieutenant in the Park Forest Fire Department, becoming the second female to hold this position in the department's history.
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How many H-1B petitions made by employers classified under the Manufacturing industry were approved in Will County Gazette publication area during 2024?
All H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under the Manufacturing industry located across Will County Gazette publication area were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Village of Park Forest addresses aging water main infrastructure challenges
The Village of Park Forest manages around 73 miles of water main infrastructure.
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Park Forest honors civic leadership academy graduates
During a recent board meeting, the Park Forest Board of Trustees honored the graduates of the Civic Leadership Academy Class of 2025 at Village Hall.
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Illinois grants Park Forest $2.45M for multi-use path project
On Thursday, the State of Illinois granted $2.45 million to the Village of Park Forest for the 26th Street Multi-Use Path Project.