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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

Recreation Feasibility Study

Community engagement remains a key part of the District’s Recreation Feasibility Study for the Community Recreation Center, Centennial Recreation Complex and Big Tree Lane.

More than 1,000 residents completed the initial Community Engagement Questionnaire, while 500+ participants shared their priorities during the Future of Rec activity at the Wilmette Block Party.

The next phase of engagement is now underway with a more comprehensive survey designed to gather deeper feedback on facility use, recreation priorities and future opportunities. Community input will help guide the development of preliminary concepts and recommendations later this fall.

Click Here to learn all about the Recreation Feasibility Study Project.

EXECUTION PHASE

Centennial Cooling Tower Project

Work continues on the Centennial Recreation Complex Cooling Tower Replacement Project. Relocating the cooling tower from the roof to ground level requires reconstruction of the existing mechanical well and surrounding roof area.

Proposed work includes demolition of the former cooling tower support structure, new structural steel and roof decking and related electrical and HVAC work.

Help us choose the Centennial Ice Rinks Cooling Tower Design!

Click Here to learn all about the Cooling Tower Project and vote for your favorite design.

A D D I T I O N A L

U P D A T E S

WILMETTE GOLF CLUB - The Board approved a proposal from Quitno Golf Designs to develop a comprehensive master plan for the 18-hole Wilmette Golf Club.

The study would take a long-term look at the course’s greens, tees, fairways, bunkers, drainage, irrigation, practice areas and other infrastructure, helping the District identify and prioritize future capital improvements.

GREEN FLEET - The District was recognized as one of the 2026 NAFA Green Fleet Award recipients, ranking #47 among 50 government and commercial fleets in North America.

The recognition reflects ongoing efforts to incorporate electric, hybrid and other sustainable technologies into District operations.

Click Here to see the full story.

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, October 12 - at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall at 1200 Wilmette Avenue.

FINANCIAL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING:

Monday, October 12 - at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall at 1200 Wilmette Avenue.


COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING: 
Monday, October 26 - at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall at 1200 Wilmette Avenue.


NOTE: Wilmette Park District no longer prints 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. Please check our website often for updates.