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Project Phases:

Our project work moves through a process that's divided into four phases: Defining, Planning, Execution and Completion. For detailed definitions of each project phase, go here

EXECUTION PHASE

Community Recreation Center – Restoration Project
As of Friday, January 30, 2026, the Community Recreation Center (CRC) main foyer is fully open to the public. This reopening restores access to all areas of the building, including the main staircase and elevator. The next phases include some more carpeting and tiling in less trafficked areas of the building, installing countertops and ceiling tiles.

Click Here to learn all about the CRC Restoration Project.

A D D I T I O N A L

U P D A T E S

STAFF RECOGNITION - The District is proud to announce that Lucy Mellen, Sustainability Coordinator, was named to the National Recreation and Park Association’s 30 Under 30 Class of 2026. This prestigious honor was featured in Parks & Recreation Magazine for her contributions to the field and leadership in sustainability.

BIG TREE LANE - Early discussions focused on planning steps, including the development of an RFP for master planning services, facility and programming assessments and a robust community engagement process have begun. More information is expected later this spring. View the memo from the Executive Director for more details.

OUTDOOR ICE RINKS - Three free public outdoor ice rinks, located at Mallinckrodt Park, Thornwood Park and Gillson Park have been open and well utilized by the community. Parks staff worked extended hours in sub-zero temperatures to build and maintain the rinks.

2025 LAKEFRONT REPORT - The Lakefront 2025 Annual Report was presented at the January 20, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting, providing the Board and community with a comprehensive overview of operations, usage, and financial performance across lakefront properties.

WPD IS CASHLESS - Wilmette Park District will no longer accept cash. Accepted forms of payment will include checks, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, PIN based debit cards and all tap to pay options like Apple Pay, Google and Android.

FINANCE UPDATE - Wilmette Park District been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). This is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting.  

A C C E S S

To view Agendas and Minutes from past Board meetings, click here. Minutes are posted after they are approved.



REGULAR MONTHLY BOARD MEETING:

Monday, February 9 - at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall at 1200 Wilmette Avenue.



COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING: 
Monday, February 23 - at 6:30 p.m. in the Mallinckrodt Center, 1041A Ridge Road.


NOTE: Starting in February of 2026, Wilmette Park District will no longer print full meeting packets. A QR code and link to an online packet will be made available. To request a printed packet for an upcoming meeting, please contact mparson@wilpark.org a minimum of two hours prior to the meeting start time.

All meetings are open to the public. Details are posted on the Upcoming Meetings page on our website.

Regular Monthly Board Meetings are available to view live on Channel 6 locally for Comcast subscribers. View a live meeting online here, or view previous meeting recordings here (scroll down to "Wilmette Park District"). Please check our website often for updates.