July 27, 2023 -- The City appreciates the partnership of local organizations in offering cooling centers to community members in need during heatwaves. During daytime hours, all are welcome at the following locations during their normal operating hours (click to view):
- Recreation Center of Highland Park (1207 Park Ave. W.;)
- Highland Park Public Library (494 Laurel Ave.)
- City Hall (1707 St. Johns Ave.; 8 AM - 5 PM Monday - Friday.)
After-hours cooling centers operate on an ad hoc basis to assist residents during emergencies such as power outages. Information about evening cooling centers will be posted here when activated. Please bookmark cityhpil.com/coolingcenters to check to see if after-hours cooling centers have been activated.