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Fall into fun at the Harvest Hoot! Join us at Oakton for live entertainment, food trucks, and more.
Latest update highlights Fire Department Open House, $1 Film Series, Community Bike Ride, & more.
August 25: First day to circulate petitions for office of Alderman in Wards 2, 4, 6, and 8.
Des Plaines appears for second straight year on U.S. News “Best Places to Live” list.
Create an account in the new utility portal to pay bills and manage your account anytime, anywhere.
Help determine if Cook County EMRS can pursue any options for assistance.
October 22, 2026
The City of Des Plaines will hold several special City Council meetings to discuss the proposed budget for the 2027 fiscal year. All meetings will take place in the City Hall Council Chambers.
October 24, 2026
Declutter the eco-friendly way! Join us for the Community Shred Event on Saturday, October 24, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Public Works facility (1111 Joseph J. Schwab Road). Safely dispose of sensitive documents and help reduce landfill waste.
The Des Plaines Fire Department is providing the opportunity to learn CPR. We offer two CPR courses designed by the American Heart Association (AHA). These courses teach first responders to effectively recognize and treat medical emergencies during the first critical minutes prior to emergency medical service personnel arrival.