'It is sad to watch as more Black lives are lost and property is destroyed,' NAACP leader says

As Oak Park moves into phase three of Governor J.B. Pritzker's Restore Illinois plan, Oak Park Public Health Director Mike Charley will effectively retain the same powers given to him within the declaration of the public health emergency after its June 1 expiration. The declaration of an emergency affecting public health was first adopted on March 13 then twice extended. The board of trustees decided to extend Charley's powers during a special meeting held virtually May 28.

Oak Park will actively work to support local restaurants by expanding outdoor dining as the State of Illinois gradually loosens COVID-19 restrictions. 

Oak Park Public Health Director Mike Charley announced on May 30 that two more Oak Parkers have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the village of Oak Park's number of cases to 290. The individuals in the two newest cases range in age from 20s to 50s.