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Join Elmhurst Park District for this special milestone as we break ground on the new Wagner Community Center!
The 2025 State of the Park District Address is now available to view online. The address was presented on Zoom on Monday, November 17, 2025 by Park Board President Kevin Graf and Executive Director Jim Rogers. It highlighted District projects, accomplishments and future plans.
Join us for the next step in shaping the future of Wilder Park! The Elmhurst Park District invites the community to an open house to review two concept plans for the Wilder Park South Master Plan. These new concepts were developed based on feedback from the first open house held in July, results from a community survey, and input from the Park Board.
The public is invited to the upcoming State of the Park District Address on Monday, November 17 at 6 pm via Zoom.
Presented by Park Board President, Kevin Graf and Executive Director, Jim Rogers, the address will allow the public to learn about District projects, accomplishments and future plans.
Those interested in attending the Zoom event, please email marketing
epd.org (marketing[at]epd[dot]org) for a link to the session.
Construction on the Eldridge Park Heated Restroom Building is moving along. Landscape restoration has been completed in areas where underground utilities were installed.
Things are really coming together at 185 Industrial, which will serve as the temporary home of dance and gymnastics programs while Wagner Community Center is under construction.
Dance lights are installed, ballet bars and mirrors are also in, HVAC system started up and all furniture and gymnastics equipment is moved into the building.
So many memories - so much more to come! The last day of programs was October 19 at Wagner Community Center. Since then, staff and moving crews have begun emptying the building of furniture and equipment to make way for construction fencing, which will go up in November.
Following the voter-approved bond referendum in November 2024, the Park District is moving ahead with plans to construct a permanent, heated restroom near the Prairie Path.
The facility will give trail users access to safe, clean, heated restrooms year-round, whether you're biking, running, walking your dog, or out for a stroll. We’re looking for your input! Help choose where the restroom will be constructed on the Prairie Path by taking our short survey.
The facility's final day of operation was Sunday, October 19. It closed for construction on Monday, October 20.
Progress continues at 185 Industrial Drive, which will serve as the temporary home of dance and gymnastics programs while Wagner Community Center is under construction.
You voted yes! Now help choose where the Permanent Heated Restroom will be constructed on the Prairie Path. Stop by the upcoming Open House to provide your feedback.
A rainy morning didn’t dampen the mood of those gathered at Eldridge Park last weekend.
Exciting progress is underway as the Elmhurst Park District prepares for the construction of a new, modern Wagner Community Center.
Elmhurst Park District is breaking ground on the Eldridge Park Restroom Building.
Update: This survey is now closed.
The Elmhurst Park District is developing a master plan for the southern portion of Wilder Park and is seeking community feedback through several avenues including open houses, engagement at community events and an online survey, which is now available to complete.
Come provide your input about Wilder Park's next chapter, as we look to honor its legacy while planning for the future.
At their June 9 Park Board meeting, the Elmhurst Park District Board of Park Commissioners approved the exterior elevations for the new Wagner Community Center, taking another big step forward in the realization of one of the District’s most significant redevelopment projects.
At its regular Board Meeting on Monday, June 9, the Elmhurst Park Board approved the Crestview Park Master Plan, marking a significant milestone in the park’s redevelopment.
Design development for the new Wagner Community Center is moving along at the Park District, but another key component of the project is also taking shape - where programs will move while construction takes place.
The Board of Park Commissioners reviewed and approved the schematic design for the new Wagner Community Center at their Monday, April 14 Park Board meeting.
Since the passage of the Park District referendum in November 2024, staff has focused on design development and planning for the approved referendum projects. These projects include a new Wagner Community Center, a community bandshell with permanent heated restroom in Wilder Park, permanent heated restrooms in Eldridge and Crestview Park and along the Prairie Path and the converting of a grass field to artificial turf at Berens Park.
Community engagement and education has been a foundational piece of the Park District’s referendum process. Continuing this approach, Elmhurst residents are invited to keep up-to-date on referendum project progress by visiting epd.org/referendum.
What’s in store for the future of Crestview Park? That is what Park District staff are working to define as plans are made to enhance the north side park and its amenities beginning in 2026. A Master Plan Open House at Crestview Park’s Recreation Building (245 E Crestview Ave) will give the neighborhood an opportunity to express their vision for the park and its future. The Open House is planned for Thursday, March 20, 5:30-7:30 pm.
With the Crestview Park playground set for replacement in 2026, we’re planning now for even more potential improvements in the future! Help us shape the future of your neighborhood park.
