News

March 8 Special Committee of the Whole on flood reduction
Meeting scheduled for Saturday, March 8 at 9 a.m. Click on headline for Agenda and details.... Read All

Park Ridge Police Arrest and Charge Carjacking and Kidnapping Suspect
News Conference held Saturday, February 22, 2014 at 10:00 am... Read All

Abducted Child Located in Skokie
At approximately 2:15 pm, Skokie Police were notified that a vehicle and child matching the description of those missing from Park Ridge were located ... Read All

Park Ridge Police Are Seeking Public’s Help Locating an Abducted Child
Park Ridge Police are currently seeking any information which may help locate a child who was abducted at approximately 12:20 pm today... Read All

Public Works Weather Update
Public Works will be monitoring the warmer temperatures and forecasted rain and the resulting melting snow............. Read All

House Fire on South Chester Avenue
On Saturday, February 15, 2014 at 9:47 a.m., the Des Plaines Emergency Communication Center dispatched the Park Ridge Fire Department to a report of a house fire in the 100 block of South Chester Avenue. ... Read All

Feb 11, 2014 Application Withdrawn Temporarily for Townhomes at 200 Meacham
The February 11th Planning & Zoning Commission meeting has been canceled. ... Read All

Preventing Frozen Water Lines
Residents are reminded to let water drip from faucets to prevent frozen water lines....... Read All

Public Works Winter Update
Public Works reports on salting streets, water main breaks, and potholes.... Read All

Jan 23, 2014 EXTREME COLD WEATHER ALERT
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Jan 23, 2014 Take Extra Precautions As Temperatures Fall Below Freezing
Subfreezing temperatures can be dangerous and even life-threatening for people who don't take the proper precautions.... Read All

Jan 23, 2014 State Health Department Warns Residents About Hypothermia and Frostbite Risk as Cold Grips the State
State Health Department Warns Residents About Hypothermia and Frostbite Risk as Cold Grips the State “With more arctic weather forecasted for Illinois, it is important to recognize the signs of hypothermia and frostbite, how to treat these conditions and what you can do to avoid them,” said Dr. Hasbrouck. “Everyone should take precautions against hypothermia, but infants and the elderly are particularly at risk and should be monitored closely.” ... Read All

Jan 23, 2014 List of Warming Shelters if Needed
The Department of Homeland Security amd Emergency Management made us aware of the following warming shelters in the event there is a need. In order to prevent the unfortunate circumstance of someone in need of emergency assistance being unable to access a warming center, residents should always try to call or contact the centers before trying to gain entry to determine if they are in fact open.... Read All

Jan 17, 2014 Mayor Schmidt Supports NW Chicago Aldermen's Resolution for Aircraft Noise Mitigation
Mayor Schmidt released a letter today to Chicago's NW side Aldermen expressing Park Ridge's support for aircraft noise mitigation. ... Download Document

Park Ridge Police Will Hold a PACT Area One Beat Meeting
The Park Ridge Police Department will host the fourth PACT Area One Town Hall Meeting on January 28, 2014... Read All

Park Ridge Youth Commission Annual Dodge Ball Tournament
Please bring your friends and family to this awesome event! See the attached flyer for event information.​... Read All

Jan 13, 2014 Volunteers Sought to Serve on City Boards and Commissions
Currently, the City is seeking volunteers to serve on the following Boards and Commissions. ... Read All

Christmas Tree Recycling being done this week
The City will collect Christmas trees for recycling, the week of January 13, 2014 on your regular garbage day. Trees for recycling should be placed curbside.... Read All

We’re saving you a seat at the Chief’s Roundtable!
The Park Ridge Police Department will be hosting a Chief’s Roundtable discussion to serve as a useful tool in staying connected with the community... Read All

Cook County is Seeking Residents’ Input on Hazard Mitigation Planning Survey
The Cook County Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management has created a survey that is available to all county residents. ... Read All

The Fire Department Encourages Residents To Adopt A Hydrant
After so many heavy snow storms, the Fire Department encourages residents to “Adopt a Hydrant” near your home. ... Read All

How to notify ComEd of power outages
ComEd encourages customers to notify them as quickly as possible if experiencing a power outage. Text OUT to 26633 or call 1-800-EDISON-1. ... Read All

Recycling of Christmas trees postponed until week of January 13
Due to the extreme weather, the collection of trees for chipping will be delayed until the week of January 13.... Read All

Refuse & Recycling Collection delayed due to weather
Due to the extreme weather, ARC Disposal will not be collecting on Monday, January 6. Collection will resume on Tuesday, with collections being delayed by one day.... Read All

Jan 03, 2014 Park Ridge Urges Residents to be Prepared for Record Breaking Low Temperatures
Be prepared for extremely low temperatures expected over the next few days. Call the Police Dept. at 847/318-5252 with any weather related issues. ... Read All