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Author Archives: Ravi Parakkat

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It’s a fiscal free for all at village hall!

Avatar photo by Ravi Parakkat July 25, 2023July 25, 2023

Every two years after newly elected board members are sworn in, the Oak Park Village Board discusses and finalizes its priorities and goals for the next two years. This past week, the board — with staff support and an external facilitator — discussed the board goals. We were able to have a candid discussion about […]

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Is there a mandate to build a new village hall?

Avatar photo by Ravi Parakkat July 11, 2023July 11, 2023
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Important steps forward on local sustainability

Avatar photo by Ravi Parakkat June 27, 2023June 27, 2023
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Why I voted against the Styrofoam ban

Avatar photo by Ravi Parakkat May 23, 2023May 23, 2023
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What ChatGPT prioritizes for Oak Park

Avatar photo by Ravi Parakkat May 2, 2023May 2, 2023
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Looking back on the village board’s year just past

Avatar photo by Ravi Parakkat January 10, 2023January 10, 2023
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Oak Park’s 2023 village budget going forward

Avatar photo by Ravi Parakkat December 6, 2022December 6, 2022
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Case for a 0% increase in 2023 village tax levy

Avatar photo by Ravi Parakkat October 18, 2022October 18, 2022
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Equity and Oak Park’s communications technology

Avatar photo by Ravi Parakkat August 2, 2022August 2, 2022
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My first year as Oak Park Trustee

Avatar photo by Ravi Parakkat May 3, 2022May 3, 2022

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