Park Pulse
The Park Pulse is a monthly newsletter distributed to the 157-C schools. The newsletter features upcoming events, programs and announcments from the Park District. Click here to view the February 2012 edition.
Park Perks - Winter/Spring 2012
Park Improvement News
The Buildings and Grounds staff was busy this fall making preparations for the spring and getting ready to close the parks for the winter. End of season duties include: athletic field renovations, weed control in the parks and playground repairs. During the fall months, the staff was out planting trees in many of the parks. Red Sunset Maple trees have been planted at Commissioners, Timbers Edge, Lakeview, Janssen and Main Park. “The Buildings and Grounds staff continues to improve the quality, function, and aesthetics of all the district parks and facilities” said Bob Johnson, Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds. “We have a dedicated staff and I am glad to work beside them”
This winter the staff will setting up two ice rinks at Main Park for ice hockey and free open skating under lights. “We plan to dedicate one rink to hockey playing and the other to open skating” says Tom Carstens, Executive Director. The rinks will open when weather permits, so as it gets colder outside, please check the park district website for rink updates and opening details. Skate and snow shoe rental, along with light concessions, will also be available.
Hold your next party at the Founders Center!
If you are looking for an affordable site to hold your party or event, the Founders Community Center is available for rental. Parties, weddings, showers or meetings can be held in our classrooms, gymnasium or the Founders Room. For more information, including rental rates and availability, please call the park district office at 815-469-9400.
Community Wide Survey/Needs Assessment Update
Thank you to all those residents who participated in the community wide survey this fall. The survey, conducted by the team of Heller and Heller, Inc. and Leisure Vision, was randomly sent to approximately 2000 Frankfort residents in an effort to access the needs for parks, recreation facilities/programs, and to develop a strategic plan that will direct the District for the next 3-5 years. Results of the survey will be available to the public on the Park District website sometime mid-January 2012.
Winter/Spring Athletics
Be sure to check out some of the new athletic programs offered this winter including; a High School Basketball league and Archery lessons from Strictly Fishing & Archery of Shorewood. Also, be sure to sign your son up for the Boys Lacrosse League starting in April. Finally, be on the lookout for a Progressive Bike Night coming in September. Come Join the Fun!
Thank you from the Frankfort Park District
The Frankfort Park District would like to take a moment to thank all of you who have volunteered at our events throughout the year. A lot of time and work goes into putting on a successful event, and we could not have done it without our volunteers!
We would also like to thank everyone who donated toys to our early childhood program. We received an excellent response from local residents and now have several toys for the program. We appreciate your continued support!
For information on volunteer opportunities with the Frankfort Park District, please contact Cali DeBella at cdebella@frankfortparks.org or call 815-469-9400.
Customer Service Statement
The Frankfort Park District is committed to providing responsive, friendly, courteous and excellent service to our customers.