Peoria Park District Asks for Community Input on Endres Park Playground Design!

PEORIA, IL (July 17, 2025) – The Peoria Park District is inviting the public to help select a new playground design for Endres Park. District staff and Board of Trustees are asking community members to review three proposed concepts and provide feedback through an online survey open now through Monday, August 4.


In addition to the online survey, community members are encouraged to attend a public input session on Thursday, July 24, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Endres Park to view the designs in person and share their thoughts directly with Park District staff.


“We’re asking the public to share their feedback and help us choose one of three concepts,” said Peoria Park District Executive Director Emily Cahill. “We want to ensure that the people who consider Endres Park their neighborhood park have a meaningful voice in its future.”


Endres Park, located in Peoria Heights, is a neighborhood green space that currently includes picnic tables, a shelter, and open areas for play and relaxation.


Each of the proposed playground options is vibrant, engaging, and designed to meet PlayCore’s Criteria for Inclusive Design, ensuring play opportunities for children of all abilities.


For more information, to view the design options, and to participate in the survey, visit https://peoriaparks.org/about/communication/park-possible/


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ABOUT PEORIA PARK DISTRICT

Public stewards of nearly 9,000 acres of park and greenspace, the District’s mission is “We contribute to healthy and vibrant communities by responsibly using our resources to offer high quality parks, recreation, and education experiences to those who live, work, or play in our District.” To learn more, please visit www.peoriaparks.org.


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Peoria Park District Media Contact:

Emily G. Cahill

Executive Director, Peoria Park District

(309) 682-1200

ecahill@peoriaparks.org