The 'AA' rating on Oak Park Village, Ill.'s GO corporate purpose bonds reflects the village's: Access to, and participation in, the Chicago MSA, augmented by a strong local economy with a variety of employment opportunities and a diverse tax base; Above-average income levels; Strong financial position with good fund balances providing additional financial flexibility; and Manageable debt burden with rapid amortization of direct debt. Oak Park Village is eight miles west of downtown Chicago, Ill. and is the first suburb directly west of the city. The village is a home rule community. Oak Park is served by Metra commuter trains, as well as the Chicago Transit Authority elevated train; it is one of a very few Chicago suburbs with access
