Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q.):

The City provides a publication, "Welcome to the City of Oak Park, Answers to Frequently Asked Questions.” For a copy, please call: 248-691-7407. Here are a few of the questions we hear most often - and the answers, too.

General Questions:

• Where do I go to find job openings?
  • The City advertises all job openings in the Detroit News & Free Press Sunday edition, the Michigan Chronicle, the Royal Oak Daily Tribune and The Eccentric.

• Do I have to be an Oak Park resident to work for the City?
  • No, a residency requirement applies to only two appointed positions: the City Manager and the Public Safety Director. The Mayor and Council, as elected positions; must also be Oak Park residents.

• Where do I go to pick up a job application or submit a resume?
  • The City Manager's Office has job applications and accepts resumes; both are kept on file for three months. The Public Safety Department, however, has its own job applications and its own hiring procedures. Go to How to apply for Public Safety jobs and its Application process.

• Can I pay my city bills through the internet?
  • At this time you cannot make any payments to the City through City's website.

• What is a SNOW EMERGENCY?
  • When a SNOW EMERGENCY is declared, parking on city streets is prohibited until the SNOW EMERGENCY has been declared over by the Department of Public Works

• Where is the Public Safety Department located?
  • The Oak Park Public Safety Department is located at 13600 Oak Park Blvd., Oak Park, MI 48237. City Hall’s and the Public Safety Department’s entrances are West of Coolidge, between 9 Mile Road and 10 Mile Road, on the north side of Oak Park Blvd opposite Oak Park High School. From I-696, use Exit 14, turn south on Coolidge and go &Mac189; mile to Oak Park Blvd. Business phone: 248-691-7520 Emergency: 911

• Where is the 45-B District Court located?
  • 13600 Oak Park Blvd. The court is in the City Hall Building. / Business phone: 248-692-7042

• What are the Public Safety Department hours?
  • The Public Safety Department, Uniformed Patrol, is open 24 hours a day 365 days a year. The Administration, Investigations, Fire Inspection, Records and Property offices are open Mon. - Fri. between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

• My car was impounded, where is the tow yard?
  • Vehicles impounded by the Oak Park Public Safety Department are usually taken to
  • Monaghan's Towing Company
    21680 Fern Street
    Oak Park, MI.
    (248) 546-0860
  • Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:00 - 4:30 p.m. / Sat-Sun: Noon - 3:30 p.m.
  • Before impounded cars can be released, you must first stop at the. Oak Park Public Safety Department and obtain necessary paperwork and an authorization for release of the vehicle. The vehicle will only be released with proof of ownership and payment of required fees.

• Can I pay a ticket at the Public Safety Department?
  • No. Tickets must be paid by mail or at the 45-B District Court counter located in City Hall, 13600 Oak Park Blvd.

• I have an abandoned vehicle on my property; will the Public Safety Department come out and tow it away?
  • No. The Public Safety Department does not routinely tow vehicles from private property. The property owner is responsible for the removal of the vehicle and may use the towing service of their choice.

• Does the Public Safety Department assist with keys locked in my car?
  • Yes, as long as you sign a waiver of liability. If the officer is unable to gain entry, they can assist you in calling a towing service or locksmith of your choice.

• What is the curfew for minors?
  • A youth under the age of 14 cannot be in a public place without a parent or guardian or some other responsible adult delegated by the parent between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
  • A youth under the age of 16 cannot be in a public place without a parent or guardian or some other responsible adult delegated by the parent between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.

• Does the Public Safety Department know if schools are closed?
  • No. Unless the closure is due to a police or fire emergency the Public Safety Department would not be aware of school closings. You must listen to radio and TV news, or call your school district or school office.

• Does the Public Safety Department have the bus route and/or schedule?
  • No. You must call SMART transportation at 313-962-5515.

• How do I get a permit to purchase a handgun?
  • Apply at the police station Records Bureau, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. You must be an Oak Park resident qualified to purchase a handgun under state law, and possess a valid driver’s license.
  • The fee is $5.00 for permit, and $1.00 for the application to be notarized.
  • Concealed Weapons Permits are available only through the Oakland County Sheriff’s Department.