RPD has a Police Explorer Post that youth can join and a few Auxiliary officers. Both of these groups help with Riverside public events throughout the year. Riverside Police encourage residents to contact them with any questions about police related matters.
Parks and Recreation Department 708-442-7025 The Parks and Recreation Department manages all of the parks and playgrounds in the Village of Riverside; over 134 acres of parkland, which includes 3 tot lots and 5 large playing fields. The Department hosts a wide variety of program offerings for participants of all ages. Programs include a range of activities and durations from sports and specialty classes to long-running programs and one-time workshops. Approximately 1500 people participate in paid recreation programs every year; that is one out of every six residents. The Riverside Parks and Recreation Department also celebrates the community through its many Special Events, with some events holding over 35 years of tradition! Registration and detailed descriptions of our programs and events can be found on our Village website, www. riverside. il. us under the Parks and Recreation Department.
Public Works Department 708-442-3590 The Public Works Department oversees road, street, parking lot construction and maintenance, public building maintenance, public vehicle upkeep and inspection as well as forestry, parks and parkway landscaping, and water and sewer operations in the Village. Residents also benefit from programs operated in this department such as forestry advice and education, tree planting and the sidewalk repair and replacement programs.
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