BoardBrief

Updates from the Wilmette Park District

Board of Park Commissioners

July, 2025


P R O J E C T

U P D A T E S


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

Solar Panel Project at CRC

Construction is complete on all roofs for the Solar Panel Project at the Community Recreation Center! The project is now awaiting final testing and approval by ComEd. Project remains on schedule.

Click Here to learn all about the Solar Panel Project plans.


EXECUTION PHASE

Langdon Shoreline Project

The project's final phase. Siding is complete on the guard hut. Fence installation is underway to improve safety at the curve and slope.


The project is slated for completion in the coming days. Click Here to learn all about the Langdon project.

EXECUTION PHASE

Hibbard Park OSLAD Project

Fencing and backstop installation is in progress, and the base for the new pickleball courts has been laid and is in the curing process.


Click here to learn all about the Hibbard Park Project plans.

A D D I T I O N A L

U P D A T E S

NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR APPOINTED - The Board approved an employment agreement with Chris Lindgren to serve as Executive Director beginning July 21, 2025, and officially appointed him as the IMRF Authorized Agent, replacing Margaret Resnick. Additionally, Lindgren was appointed as Secretary to the Board.


CRC RESTORATION UPDATE - Mitigation is complete; staff awaits construction quotes and insurance confirmation for reconstruction. Renovation expected to start late summer / early fall.


FINANCE UPDATE - The District reported a $4.7M year-to-date surplus, versus a $1.78M budgeted surplus. Revenues exceeded budget in most categories, particularly in fee-based programs and miscellaneous income. The Board reviewed the proposed 2026 Budget Calendar, with discussions beginning in August and final adoption planned for January 2026.

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, August 11 - at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall at 1200 Wilmette Avenue.



FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING:


Monday, August 11 - at 6:30 p.m. in the Village Hall Training Room at 1200 Wilmette Avenue.



COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE (COW) MEETING:


Monday, August 25 - at 6:30 p.m. at Mallinckrodt Center, 1041A Ridge Road (side entrance).


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.

Hibbard Park Project

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Wilmette Board of Park Commissioners:



Patrick Lahey

President

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Allison Frazier

Vice President

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Cecilia Clarke

Commissioner

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Patrick Duffy

Commissioner

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Julia Goebel

Commissioner

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Kara Kosloskus

Commissioner

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Mike Murdock

Commissioner

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Send correspondence to the entire Board of Park Commissioners at:

publiccomment@wilpark.org


View our Written Correspondence and Communications Policy here

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Get the Details


View Agenda Packets for the July 14 and July 28 Board Meetings, once available.


Watch the July 14 Regular Board Meeting online


Read Meeting Minutes

 

Wilmette Park District Administration Office:

1200 Wilmette Ave. 

Wilmette, IL 60091

847/256-6100

www.wilmettepark.org

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