Vision 20/20 Project

Tree Removal Project approved at Old York Road, site of potential dog park

Posted February 04, 2019 - 8:57am

In 2017, the Board acquired 0S762 Old York Road for the future development of the District’s first dog park. This was done in response to feedback gathered during the Vision 2020 process, in which the community expressed high interest in a dog park. Now, steps are being taken to ensure this potential project is ready to move forward once funding is available. At the January 28, 2019 Park Board Meeting, a tree removal project at Old York Road was approved which will help prepare the site and improve its landscape.

Looking to the future of the Park District with you in mind!

Posted November 19, 2018 - 1:46pm

Thanksgiving is the time of year when you express what you’re most thankful for and, here at the Park District, we’re grateful every day for the Elmhurst community. You’re a huge part of enriching our programming, events and parks every year!

We’re thankful to be part of Elmhurst and we’re looking toward the future with you in mind. That’s why we’re excited to announce the launch of our Vision 2020 website!

District's Vision 2020 plan wins award

Posted May 25, 2018 - 10:58am

A strategic plan is essential to the success of any organization. It drives long-range planning, directs decision-making, and assists with allocating resources. And in the case of the Elmhurst Park District, it can also be award-winning!

In 2016, the Board of Park Commissioners and staff set out to update the District’s Comprehensive and Strategic Plans. The project was dubbed “Vision 2020” as a nod to the District’s approaching 100th anniversary in the year 2020 and as a reference to “20/20”, having a clear vision of what’s in front of you.

Board of Park Commissioners Approves Vision 2020 Plan

Posted July 12, 2017 - 8:39am

From fall 2016 to early summer 2017, the Elmhurst Park District undertook the Vision 2020 process to update its current Comprehensive and Strategic Plans, which conclude at the end of 2017. Led by The Lakota Group, the planning team for the Vision 2020 process completed the Vision 2020 Plan key findings and draft final document based on the outcomes of the engage, analyze, envision, and implement phases of the process.

Please Share Your Input - Final Vision 2020 Community Survey

Posted May 15, 2017 - 10:29am

The Elmhurst Park District would like your input regarding the future of parks, facilities, and programs via the final community online survey for the Vision 2020 process. Your feedback on proposed priorities, alternatives, and recommendations will help the District gather information to further District’s strategic and comprehensive planning efforts. Please note that this survey is similar to the feedback collected at the May 4 Community Open Houses so if you were present at the Open Houses, you do not need to complete it.

Vision 2020: Focus on the Future Open House

May 04, 2017 - 9:00am
Posted April 24, 2017 - 3:29pm

Residents are encouraged to join the Elmhurst Park District for the third and final public open house meetings to discuss planning for the future of the District. The open house will take place Thursday, May 4 from 9-11:30 a.m. at Wagner Community Center (615 N. West Avenue) and 5-7 p.m. at Courts Plus (186 S. West Avenue). Participants can drop by at any time to provide feedback at interactive stations and react to drafted strategies for the Vision 2020 plan that were identified during previous phases of the process.

Community Survey Results Will Help Shape the Future of the Park District

Posted March 02, 2017 - 7:42am

As part of its Vision 2020 comprehensive and strategic planning process, a community survey was administered last fall by the Elmhurst Park District to obtain feedback and help plan for future park and recreational opportunities. A total of 328 Elmhurst residents completed the survey, which provides a statistically significant overview for the community as a whole. In addition to the statistically-valid survey, the survey was available for the general public on the Vision 2020 project website.

2020 Vision – Focus on the Future

Posted September 20, 2016 - 2:06pm
The Board of Park Commissioners has approved engaging The Lakota Group to conduct a community needs assessment to be completed in fall of 2016 and the development of a comprehensive and strategic plan with completion by late May 2017.  Using a qualifications based selection process, the Board interviewed two professional service firms with experience conducting surveys and facilitating Comprehensive and Strategic Plan processes.