PROJECT UPDATES April 25: The Longmeadow Park construction is coming along nicely. The park district was informed this morning that they will begin breaking down the old path on the east side of the park today. As we receive more updates from the construction company, we will update you on their progress and an estimated… Read more…
April Director Update
Executive Director Ron Salski thanks everyone for fundraising efforts for the All-Inclusive Space at Kracklauer Park and shares details of the Park Foundation's first-ever Meat Raffle at Crossroads Restaurant and Bar on Sunday, April 28, 1–5 pm. He gives an update on the Longmeadow Park project and Maurice Noll tennis and pickleball court installations. Summer… Read more…
Meat Raffle Fun-Raiser Planned
Mundelein Parks Foundation is hosting a meat raffle fundraiser on Sunday, April 28, to raise funds for the Inclusive Space Project and recreational scholarships. The raffle will be held at Crossroads Restaurant and Bar at 1021 IL-83 in Mundelein from 1–5 pm. The afternoon of fun includes live music from 5 Rounds, a 50/50 raffle,… Read more…
Construction Underway of New Pickleball Courts and Tennis Court coming at Maurice Noll Park
Update: Construction for pickleball and tennis courts is scheduled to be completed May. Mundelein Park & Recreation District will renovate the three tennis courts in Spring 2024. Since pickleball is the country’s fastest-growing recreational activity/sport, we have identified Maurice Noll Park tennis courts as a location to add permanent pickleball courts. As part of the… Read more…
Park District Employees honored at Employee Recognition Event
Six Mundelein Park & Recreation District employees were awarded the honor of Employee of the Year at an annual Employee Recognition event held last weekend. The Administration Department recognized Dawn Dahl for diligently working to gather Distinguished Accreditation documentation and organizing all the Board Packets, Budget Books, and anything else needed. These tasks required extreme… Read more…
OSLAD Grant Provides Remaining Funding for All-Inclusive Playground
Mundelein Park & Recreation District received confirmation of a matching grant award of $600,000 for Kracklauer Park from the Illinois Department of Natural Resource’s Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) program. The grant application included the construction of the All-Inclusive Playground plus additional accessible amenities, including boccia courts, a fishing station, and a pollinator… Read more…
Nancy Burton selected to fill vacant board seat
The Mundelein Park & Recreation District Board of Commissioners recently announced that Nancy Burton has been selected to fill the previously vacant board seat. Burton was sworn in on Monday, January 8, and will fill the remainder of an unexpired term through May 2025. The vacancy was due to the sudden passing of long-time Commissioner… Read more…
Weather updates concerning the cold temperatures
Dear community members, With the fast-approaching cold temperatures, we are committed to keeping you informed of any program and facility changes or closures. At this time, we expect all of our facilities, with the exception of the Regent Center, to operate as normal Sunday, January 14, Monday, January 15, and Tuesday, January 16. Scheduled programs… Read more…
Mundelein Park District Receives Excellence in Financial Reporting Award
We are excited to share the good news that Mundelein Park & Recreation District has received the prestigious Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association for twelve years now! Read release.… Read more…
Blood Drive on January 11
Because of You, Life Doesn’t Stop– Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. This could be a little girl in the ICU or a mother with Stage 3 leukemia. If you’re worried about needles, don’t be—most blood donors compare the experience to a mild, split-second pinch! The entire process is very safe and… Read more…
