News

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:32am

In 2017, the Board acquired 0S762 Old York Road for the future development of the District’s first dog park.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:35am

Elmhurst Park District is busy preparing the Spring Brochure and is looking forward to the upcoming season.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:32am

The November/December issue of Chicagoland Gardening features a familiar facade, with Wilder Park Conservatory taking center stage on their cover.

Monday, December 10, 2018 - 9:28am

 As a result of issues with the Elmhurst Park District’s registration software, the District made changes to the first day of registration process beginning with winter registration.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:32am

The Elmhurst Park District has been recognized as an Illinois Distinguished Accredited Agency by the Illinois Association of Park Districts and the Illinois Park and Recreation Association.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:32am

As a result of issues with the Elmhurst Park District’s registration software, the District has made changes to the first day of registration process beginning with winter registration this Saturday.

Saturday, September 10, 2022 - 9:48am

The Elmhurst Park District Winter Brochure is out for delivery and should be arriving at resident’s doorsteps soon.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:33am

Six months and 50 pounds later, Courts Plus Member Jennie is feeling elated and energized about the change in direction her health has taken in such a short time.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:33am

The proposed 2019 Budget and Tentative Budget & Appropriation Ordinance are available for review at the District’s administration office, 375 W. First St.

Wednesday, May 31, 2023 - 9:54am

This semester, Courts Plus welcomed two students from the Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy (ELSA), an Elmhurst College four-year, post-secondary certificate program for young adults, ages 18-28, with diffe

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 8:59pm

Note: This survey is now closed.

Help us plan Salt Creek Park playground!

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:36am

Residents can expect to see changes to the first day of registration for Elmhurst Park District programs beginning with the winter season.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:33am

There are more ways than one to find value in a Courts Plus Membership.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:33am

At the Tuesday, October 10 meeting of the Elmhurst Park District Board of Park Commissioners, members of the Elmhurst Garden Club presented a check to the District for $4,000, raised during the annual Garden Walk and Faire.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:33am

Two seats for a six-year term on the Elmhurst Park District Board of Commissioners are up for election in the Consolidated Election on April 2, 2019. Candidates may pick up packets at the Elmhurst Park District Administrative Office at 375 W.

Wednesday, October 24, 2018 - 9:02am

Update: The survey is now closed. If you still have questions or comments regarding registration, contact us and let us know!

Wednesday, May 31, 2023 - 9:52am

The Elmhurst Park District is seeking public comment on its Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:34am

The Park District is proud to partner with a number of affiliate groups in the community who serve Elmhurst in ways which reflect the District’s mission and values. Elmhurst Garden Club is one such organization.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 8:16pm

We are working to enhance the parks in your community and we need your help. Please join us at The Abbey (407 St.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 3:53pm

The community enjoyed a beautiful evening at Conrad Fischer Park, as they celebrated the ribbon cutting and reopening of the newly redeveloped playground with the Park Board. Board President Vince Spaeth noted the terrific turnout at the ribb

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:28am

On Monday, August 13, Elmhurst Park District and Elmhurst College representatives came together to celebrate the completion of the recently renovated turf fields at Berens Park.

Friday, May 26, 2023 - 10:12am

At their August 13 meeting, the Elmhurst Park District Board of Park Commissioners approved a Master Plan for a potential dog park, to be located at 0S761 Old York Road.

Sunday, December 18, 2022 - 1:15pm

The redevelopment of the sports courts at Conrad Fischer park is completed! Last resurfaced in 2005, the courts were also repainted and restriped to provide several sport opportunities.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:33am

The Elmhurst Park District Board and staff share the frustration felt by residents on Saturday and we sincerely apologize that once again it took an unacceptable amount of time for some to register for programs.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 3:54pm

Work continues at Conrad Fischer Park playground! Playground equipment is in and the concrete perimeter curb was poured last week. Surfacing has begun this week.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 4:20pm

You've shared your feedback and told us what you'd want in a dog park, now it's time to see design concepts! Stop by the open house on Thursday, July 26 from 5-8 p.m. at The Abbey to view the concepts and vote for your favorite!

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 - 11:53am

Creating a memorable park experience at the Park District includes creating sustainable practices and ensuring the native plant and wildlife in the parks is conserved for generations to come.

Wednesday, May 31, 2023 - 9:50am

The Elmhurst Park District held a dog park planning open house on Thursday, July 12 at The Abbey to solicit feedback from residents on a future dog park.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 3:55pm

The playground equipment at the Conrad Fischer playground has been assembled and set and concrete footings were poured. The installation of safety surfacing will begin soon. 

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:31am

The Berens Park Synthetic Turf Project is completed and the fields will reopen the week of July 9, allowing summer camps and team programs to again make use of the fields.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 3:55pm

A recent internal review by Park District staff of environmental practices at the District shows a high level of commitment to positive environmental impact.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 4:24pm

The Board accepted and approved the Elmhurst Park District Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the year ending December 31, 2017 at its June 11, 2018 board meeting.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 4:04pm

Based on feedback from residents during the Vision 2020 process, one of the amenities most desired is a dog park. And now is your chance to tell us what you'd like to see! You're invited to a planning open house on Thursday, July 12 from 5-8 p.m.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 3:59pm

Modern, bright blue and green playground equipment has arrived at Conrad Fischer Park playground this week, as the park's redevelopment project continues. The equipment will give children more climbing opportunities and is designed for ages 2-5.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:29am

The turf at Berens Park has been completely installed on both fields and they are nearly finished with adding the infill.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:29am

It was smooth sailing for participants signing up for summer programs during resident registration on Saturday, May 5.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 3:57pm

With school out of session, the Park District is beginning work on the redevelopment of Conrad Fischer Park playground, which will receive new structures and play surfacing this summer.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:29am

The Berens Park synthetic turf fields renovations are moving along! The old turf has been removed and fine grading has taken place. Renovations are expected to be completed in August!

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:27am

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!

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:27am

Spring and summer are the perfect time to go out and enjoy the parks, especially the playgrounds! At playgrounds kids socialize, develop motor skills and burn off energy while having fun!

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:27am

For nearly two years, Elmhurst Park District residents have completed their online seasonal registrations seamlessly.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:27am

Many adults look back on their first job with fondness. It was a time to gain some independence, make new friends, and maybe earn a little spending money.

Saturday, March 31, 2018 - 12:27pm

The Elmhurst Park District’s annual egg hunt is a popular spring event attracting more than 1,500 people to beautiful Wilder Park.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:27am

At the March 12, 2018 Park Board meeting, Park District staff and the Board’s ad hoc IT committee provided updates regarding the District’s registration software, RecTrac from Vermont Systems, Inc. (VSI).

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:27am

One of the values the Park District emphasizes is being Community Focused – at the end of the day, it’s all about the community we serve.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:27am

As the home to many Park District programs, including dance, preschool and gymnastics, it’s important that Wagner Community Center is maintained to ensure a safe recreation space for the community.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 3:51pm

Plans for the redevelopment of Conrad Fischer Park playground moved forward at the Monday, February 26 Park Board meeting, with the Board approving the Playground Redevelopment Project and Safety Surfacing Project.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:32am

Visitors to the Salt Creek Park softball field will soon have a new way to practice their swing, as the Park Board approved the installation of batting cages in the park at the February 24 Park Board Meeting.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:27am

We apologize for the disruption and inconvenience that occurred this morning with the Park District's registration software. We have been able to rectify the system running at an unacceptably slow rate of speed and it is now running properly.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:28am

Installed in 2008, the two existing synthetic turf sports fields at Berens Park are popular sites for soccer, football and lacrosse.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:26am

Maintaining the parking lots and paths at District parks helps visitors access the parks safely and is an important task that aligns with the District’s goal of maintaining amenities.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:26am

The Bicentennial Fountain and its surrounding area in Wild Meadows Trace, will receive some improvements in spring 2018, just in time for residents to enjoy the space this coming summer.

Thursday, December 12, 2019 - 10:17am

This survey is now closed.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:26am

In an effort to make accessing Park Board documents more streamlined and user-friendly, Park Board meeting agendas, minutes and related material will now be available electronically through Board Docs.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:27am

The Conrad Fischer Park Project took a step forward at the Monday, November 27 meeting of the Elmhurst Park District Board of Park Commissioners.

Friday, March 26, 2021 - 1:36pm

The Elmhurst Park District has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual financial report.&n

Friday, July 22, 2022 - 9:09am

At the Monday, November 14 meeting of the Elmhurst Park District Board of Park Commissioners, members of the Elmhurst Garden Club presented a check to the District for $3,000 raised during the annual Elmhurst Garden Walk and Faire.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 9:06pm

The Courts Plus swimming pool and Elmhurst Park District lifeguard staff received top honors with a 5-star score, the highest a facility can receive, on a recent audit conducted by the Starfish Aquatics Institute during family open swim time.

Friday, July 22, 2022 - 9:09am

On Saturday, November 4, members of the Elmhurst Park District Board of Park Commissioners gathered to officially welcome the community to the new Plunkett Park playground.

Wednesday, May 31, 2023 - 9:46am

Welcome to the new Plunkett Park playground, newly complete with brand new equipment and fun for everyone. Come play with us!

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 9:08pm

The Elmhurst Park District will institute a District-wide tobacco ban on November 16, 2017 in conjunction with the American Cancer Society’s Great American Smoke-Out, an event that encourages people to quit smoking.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:25am

For the eleventh year in a row, the Elmhurst Park District has earned the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Presentation Award.  In order to receive the award, the Park Distric

Wednesday, May 31, 2023 - 9:45am

On Monday, October 2, Park Board President Vince Spaeth and Executive Director Jim Rogers gave a presentation providing a current look at District projects, accomplishments and future plans, while also serving as an introduction and overview of ho

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 9:25am

Visitors to Berens Park and East End Park will soon have more room to run, play and picnic. Green space will be added to both parks this fall as part of the Park District’s goal to improve and maintain open space for Elmhurst residents.

Monday, April 1, 2024 - 1:14pm

You and your favorite playmates are invited to celebrate with us at Plunkett Park playground’s grand reopening, taking place Saturday, November 4 at 10 a.m. at Plunkett Park.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 3:41pm

Plunkett Park playground work is rolling along! Safety surface installation began this week. Final preparations to the base were made and a low maintenance synthetic turf is now being rolled out!

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 3:15pm

The playground redevelopment at Plunkett Park is coming along with most of the equipment laid out and the freestanding Global Motion structure being installed this week.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 4:20pm

Elmhurst Park District is looking for your input! Conrad Fischer Park is scheduled to receive a face lift in the summer of 2018.

Thursday, October 5, 2017 - 3:40pm

The Park Board approved a plan to ban tobacco use on all District property at the Monday, August 28, 2017 Park Board Meeting. Sugar Creek Golf Course and paid rentals at Wilder Mansion are exempt from the ban.

Sunday, December 18, 2022 - 1:21pm

Work on the redevelopment of Plunket Park playground is moving swiftly. Most of the concrete has been poured, which will allow for the installation of new picnic tables, and equipment installation has begun.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 3:16pm

If you've strolled the Illinois Prairie Path in Elmhurst recently, you may have noticed a construction project underway at The Depot. This fall, the old pavers, which were uneven and beginning to ch

Sunday, December 18, 2022 - 1:19pm

With school back in session, the Park District is beginning work on the redevelopment of Plunkett Park playground, which will receive new structures and play surfacing this fall.

Wednesday, May 31, 2023 - 9:44am

The Elmhurst Park District held a public meeting on Thursday, July 27 to welcome feedback from the community on the conversion of property related to Golden Meadows Park.

Thursday, October 5, 2017 - 3:15pm

This past April, the Elmhurst Park District deeded a portion of land at Golden Meadows Park to the City of Elmhurst as part of an Intergovernmental Agreement to assist the City in its efforts to address stormwater detention.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 9:09pm

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.

Thursday, October 5, 2017 - 3:15pm

Elmhurst Park District lifeguards are top notch according to the Starfish Aquatics Institute. Reviewers did an unannounced audit at East End Pool and Norman P.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 9:09pm

At its June 26 meeting, the Elmhurst Park District Board of Park Commissioners passed a resolution to formally commit the District’s continued practices of working with the DuPage Monarch Project

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 3:18pm

In summer 2013, Lizzadro Museum representatives began discussions with Park District staff about the future of the museum.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 9:10pm

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.

Friday, July 22, 2022 - 9:09am

The Elmhurst Park District Park Board of Commissioners recognized Commissioner Anthony Pelosi for his years of service at the Monday, April 24 Park Board meeting. Anthony, who is stepping down after serving the Board for the past six consecutive years, was presented with a resolution to formally honor his service to the Elmhurst community.

Friday, July 22, 2022 - 9:09am

It is finally beautiful outside and even our favorite four-legged friends want to get out and have some fun.

Wednesday, May 31, 2023 - 9:43am

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.

Friday, July 22, 2022 - 9:09am

The 2017 Marjorie Davis Garden Plot Project is underway. The construction and silt fencing has been installed and the tree removal has been completed.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 9:11pm

With the goal of increasing accessibility to The Depot, a historic building situated in Wild Meadows Trace, the Park Board approved the replacement of The Depot’s pavers at the Monday, February 27, 2017 meeting, at a cost of $22,320.

Thursday, October 5, 2017 - 3:21pm

The March 13 Park Board Meeting saw discussion over changes to the District’s Park and Facility User Ordinance, specifically an amendment to ban tobacco use on District property.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 3:19pm

Plans for the redevelopment of Plunkett Park playground moved forward at the Monday, March 13 Park Board meeting, with the Board approving both the Plunkett Park Playground Redevelopment Project and the Plunkett Park Playground Safety Surfacing Pr

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 3:19pm

The annual migration of hundreds of millions of monarchs from the United States and Canada to Mexico is a natural wonder that Elmhurst residents can see play out each year.

Wednesday, May 31, 2023 - 9:42am

The Berens Park North Tennis Courts will be getting a facelift this spring. At the Monday, February 27 Park Board Meeting, the Board approved a resurfacing project for the tennis courts, at a cost of $121,946.17.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 3:21pm

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.

Wednesday, May 31, 2023 - 9:41am

Those looking for ways to contribute to the conservation of Elmhurst or the preservation of its history need look no further than the Elmhurst Great Western Prairie, a gem of local environmental history in the middle of Elmhurst.

Friday, December 16, 2022 - 1:28pm

The stormwater detention project at Golden Meadows is moving forward.  The appraisal of $1,130,000 was approved by the Elmhurst City Council at their January 17, 2017 meeting.  The appraisal was then sent by the Park District to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and is now awaiting their approval.   Since the property was purchased with IDNR Grant funds, IDNR must approve the appraisal and sale of the property to the City of Elmhurst.  IDNR prohibits stormwater detention as a use for park land purchased with IDNR funds, thus requiring the sale of the property to the City of Elmhurst.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 3:24pm

The Elmhurst Park Board has approved the purchase of the property at 207 N. Hampshire Avenue, located northeast of East End Park.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 9:12pm

The Elmhurst Park District Board of Park Commissioners cut the ribbon and officially welcomed the public to the newly redesigned Ben Allison sled hill on Saturday, January 28.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 3:24pm

At the Tuesday, January 17 Park Board Meeting, plans for the updating of Plunkett Park playground were approved.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 3:42pm

At the Tuesday, January 17 Board Meeting, results of a survey given to Pool Pass Holders in fall 2016 were presented. The survey gathered feedback regarding pass holders' usage of and satisfaction with facilities, amenities and staff.

Sunday, December 18, 2022 - 1:26pm

The Elmhurst Garden Club presented the Elmhurst Park District Board of Commissioners with a check for $4,500 at the Monday, November 14 Park Board meeting.

Thursday, October 5, 2017 - 3:25pm

In January of 2015, the Elmhurst Park District received news that it had been awarded a $400,000 Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources to be used for improvements within Butter

Thursday, October 5, 2017 - 3:25pm

The Elmhurst Park Board has approved the purchase of the property at 447 Armitage Avenue, adjacent to Berens Park.