At least 50 Chicago Park District union workers marched into City Hall on Tuesday to demand Mayor Brandon Johnson intervene in contract negotiations that have reached the brink of a strike. Service Employees International Union Local 73 — which represents more than 2,200 park workers, including supervisors, landscapers, instructors and lifeguards — voted earlier this… Continue reading Chicago Park District union workers ask Mayor Brandon Johnson to intervene in contract talks
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Dogs join in on the egg hunt at Winnetka Park District
It’s in a dog’s nature to enjoy the hunt and a hunt for Easter eggs is no exception. The Winnetka Park District offered a seasonal mingling for area dogs and their owners – inviting them to hunt for treat-filled eggs and get their picture taken with the bunny on Saturday, March 23. Area dogs and… Continue reading Dogs join in on the egg hunt at Winnetka Park District
Community Park District of La Grange Park seeking more land
To increase open space in the village, the Community Park District of La Grange Park is seeking to acquire .86 acres in the northwest section of the Village. The property, 1150 Meadowcrest Road, is currently owned by the Village Church, which has operated at the site since 1961. “This is going to be our first… Continue reading Community Park District of La Grange Park seeking more land
Kane Forest District spotlights controlled prairie fire
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County offered a fiery presentation last week on how they maintain large stretches of wild land. Using controlled fires, the district clears out thousands of acres of prairies, woodlands and even wetlands over the fall and late winter each year. For the first time, members of the public last… Continue reading Kane Forest District spotlights controlled prairie fire
Waukegan District 60 supplies food for students during break
Hundreds of public school parents like Edwin Sierra came to school on the first day of spring break to enable their families to continue partaking of Waukegan Community Unit School District 60’s breakfast, lunch, and after-school snack program during vacation. Though class is not in session this week, the District decided to make the free… Continue reading Waukegan District 60 supplies food for students during break
Winnetka Park District moving forward with village agreement
The Winnetka Park District Board voted to move forward with an intergovernmental agreement with the village regarding stormwater work on Elder Lane Beach. This agreement will be necessary because the village manages the stormwater system although the pipe sits on Park District land. “Unless nothing changes at all, and that is a small likelihood, there… Continue reading Winnetka Park District moving forward with village agreement
Northbrook Park District trying out its first EV van
The Northbrook Park District has purchased its first fully electric vehicle (EV) to join its fleet on a trial basis. According to a news release, the 2024 Ford E transit T350 cargo van replaces a 2008 gasoline-powered truck. The purchase is a testament to the Park District’s longstanding commitment to investing in technology that promotes… Continue reading Northbrook Park District trying out its first EV van
Park district removes pro-Palestinian graffiti, flyers left along Naperville Riverwalk – Chicago Tribune
Pro-Palestinian vandalism was found along the Naperville Riverwalk over the weekend. “Free Palestine” was spray-painted on a wall beneath the covered bridge near the Riverwalk’s Paddleboat Quarry, Naperville Park District Police Chief Steve Schindlbeck said. Alongside the graffiti, 22 pro-Palestine flyers were posted. Park district police confirmed the vandalism after receiving a report about 11… Continue reading Park district removes pro-Palestinian graffiti, flyers left along Naperville Riverwalk – Chicago Tribune
Junior Golfapalooza to be held April 20 at Naperbrook Golf Course; park district hosting hiring event for students, adults seeking jobs; College of DuPage offering continuing education expo for seniors – Chicago Tribune
Junior Golfapalooza to be held April 20 at Naperbrook Golf Course Registration opens April 1 for Junior Golfapalooza, which offers a chance for young golfers to improve their skills through games and events. The program has various sessions that will be held between 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at Naperbrook Golf Course,… Continue reading Junior Golfapalooza to be held April 20 at Naperbrook Golf Course; park district hosting hiring event for students, adults seeking jobs; College of DuPage offering continuing education expo for seniors – Chicago Tribune
Migrants at Chicago Park District field houses being moved, beginning Saturday
Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration announced that on Saturday it will begin removing nearly 800 migrants, including men, women and children, being housed inside five Chicago Park District facilities across the city. The use of the five field houses where migrants will be cleared — Gage Park and Piotrowski Park, both on the Southwest Side, the… Continue reading Migrants at Chicago Park District field houses being moved, beginning Saturday