Domesticated Animals

An officer will respond to any call regarding a domesticated animal within the corporate limits of the Village of Orland Park. This includes, but is not limited to, loose-running dogs or barking dogs. If a domesticated animal is found running loose, within the village, the animal will be transported to the Animal Welfare League facility located in Chicago Ridge.

Releasing Animals

Domesticated animals impounded under village ordinances will be released to their owners only after the owner reports to Orland Park Police Headquarters and is issued appropriate ordinance citation(s), at which time a receipt for the animal may be taken to the impound facility.

Fees

The owner of the animal shall be responsible for any impound fees that accrue and must make such payment at the animal welfare facility prior to the release of the animal. Animals are euthanized if not claimed or adopted under the policies and procedures of the Animal Control League.

Wild Animals

The department provides animal control for wild animals on public and private property if the animal is injured or poses a threat to human safety. The Village of Orland Park does not support nor endorse any specific private organization for the trapping and/or recovery of wild animals, however, if assistance is needed to remove a wild animal, that is not injured or a threat to human safety, the following state-licensed private wildlife removal resources are available:

• Wildlife Police: (630) 789-9453
• Have a Heart Wildlife: (708) 534-8801

We do suggest when calling, to ascertain any fee information.

Frequently Asked Questions

I’ve noticed coyotes in my area. Are they dangerous and what can be done about them?

• Yes, there are plenty of coyotes throughout the village of Orland Park. They are truly only dangerous once they are sick (i.e. canine distemper, rabies) or if they are injured and in a fight/flight type of survival mode. To discourage coyotes from the area, it is highly suggested to keep a clean yard (no loose fruit or food scraps in the yard). The Illinois Dept. of Natural Resources has a great website that provides great information in regards to native IL wildlife (https://www.wildlifeillinois.org).

I have an unknown animal making noises in my attic/walls. What can I do to remove them from my house?

• Determining if an animal is possibly nesting in the attic/walls can be difficult. I would suggest first examining the perimeter of the house. Look for any holes in the roof or pulled back soffits/flashing on the exterior of the house. Once an animal’s possible point of entry is determined, an Animal Control Officer may be able to set a trap and remove the animal from the area.

I am looking for some information about the Village of Orland Park’s animal ordinances. Where can I find such information?

• Animal ordinances for the Village of Orland Park can be found in our Code of Ordinances under Title 8 Police, Chapter 4 Animals. Below is a link to the ordinances set forth by the Village of Orland Park. (https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/orlandpark/latest/orlandpark_il/0-0-0-9470)

I found a lost dog/cat wandering around with no owner in sight. What should I do?

• If there is a loose dog roaming with no owner around, you can contact the OPPD non-emergency line at 708-349-4111 and request for animal control. If there is a loose cat roaming with no owner around, it is likely that the cat may be an outdoor/indoor cat and is in it’s home territory already.

I’m thinking about getting a pet dog/cat. What would animal control recommend?

• Before purchasing/adopting a pet, it is very beneficial to research the breed and consider if the animal will be a proper fit in the house. Some dog breeds require more activity and attention than others. Certain animals may look nice, but all animals have certain characteristics and traits that make them unique and diverse. Animal ownership includes responsibility for that animal and any consequences that may occur.

I have been bitten by a dog and/or my dog has bitten someone. What should I do?

• All animal bites that occur within the Village of Orland Park need to be reported and documented. A bite report needs to be completed with Orland Park Police Dept. and is then submitted to Cook County Dept. of Animal and Rabies Control for record keeping. As defined in the Village of Orland Park’s Code of Ordinances under Title 8, Chapter 4, Section 6: “(A) Any animal or dog which bites (as defined in the Illinois Animal Control Act, as from time to time amended) a person or so injures any person so as to cause an abrasion of the skin is hereby declared to be a nuisance.”  

All property and/or evidence admitted into custody of the Evidence and Recovered Property Section (ERPS) after processing is immediately placed in a secure environment for safekeeping. Any questions regarding evidence or property being held at the Orland Park Police Department may be directed to the ERPS at (708) 349-4111.

Releasing Property and Evidence

All property and/or evidence is released by the ERPS officer between Monday and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Said property will be returned to the rightful owner(s) upon presentation of proof of ownership and proper identification upon the adjudication.

The Community Service Officer (CSO) Unit has been designed to assist the Patrol Division in performing all the tasks which are necessary and service-oriented by nature. The assistance that CSOs provide affords relief to the Patrol Division so patrol officers may better provide police services and functions for the Village of Orland Park. This unit consists of 14 civilian employees and one civilian supervisor, under the supervision of the Patrol Division Commander.

Functions

• Issuing of parking citations or warning notices for violations of parking or local vehicle registration ordinances
• Vehicle and pedestrian traffic control
• Motorist assists such as disabled vehicles or vehicle lockouts
• Enforcement of ordinance violations such as loose-running, domesticated animals
• Intra-departmental support services

The Records Unit operates as the central repository for all Department records, reports, and registration. The Records Unit has the primary responsibility for the quality control of reports, report control, record maintenance, and record retrieval.

It is the policy of the Orland Park Police Department to furnish reports in a timely manner that are factual, accurate, and comprehensive. The Records Unit of the Police Department maintains all of the departments' reports, etc. The records section is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., excluding holidays.

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Telecommunicators and the Communications Center

Telecommunicators are responsible for maintaining a vital link between the public and patrol officers in the field. Telecommunication officers handle many types of calls and situations daily, from routine to emergency, critical incidents. The dispatcher provides a necessary, indispensable function for the public and the patrol officer alike.

The Communications Center serves as the primary public safety answering point for the Village of Orland Park and the Village of Orland Hills for emergency police, fire, and medical services. The center provides both emergency and non-emergency radio and telephone communications for both villages and is staffed 365 days a year with a minimum of two full-time telecommunicators on duty at any given time.

Calling for Service

When calling, please have the following information available:

• Type of incident
• If incident is still in progress
• Location of incident
• Number of suspects, and if they were armed
• Suspect description (race, sex, height, weight, clothing) and direction of travel
• Vehicle description (color, year, make, model, license plate number)

Please remember that the Center has a limited amount of emergency 911 lines. The department urges residents to use 911 for emergencies and (708) 349-4111 for non-emergency services.