Activity Guide Autumn 2019 | Page 2

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE The Autumn Activity Guide is here, and with that another exciting ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Dave Harris, [phone] EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Kimberly Dikker, [phone] SUPERINTENDENT OF FINANCE & PERSONNEL Nick Cinquegrani, [phone] SUPERINTENDENT OF RECREATION Kathleen Esposito, [phone] PARKS PROJECT MANAGER Nathan Troia, [phone] season in Glen Ellyn! We are fortunate to have so many beautiful trees changing colors, most notably the very rare and endangered oak savannas that adorn Lake Ellyn and Maryknoll Parks. Get out and see them while enjoying all our parks have to offer. It’s also time for new beginnings and continuing traditions. For many families, the Glen Ellyn Park District’s preschool program is their first step into our amazing community. Many may be starting a new sport, dance, or a music program. Many of our community members look forward to fall outings, service projects, and community get-togethers. We are proud to offer such an abundance of opportunities for everyone, regardless of age or ability. As we conclude Glen Ellyn Park District’s 100th anniversary, I’m excited about all the efforts the Park District has accomplished. With an emphasis on being stewards of the environment, we have planted over 100 trees around the District. We have installed walking paths, planted gardens, restored native plants, and begun improvements at Ackerman Park. We also have fond memories of trips to Sunset Pool, the Cardboard Regatta, Goat Yoga (hopefully your efforts to get a goat to stand on you succeeded), and another fun-filled 4th of July. Looking ahead, we continue with traditions such as Pumpkin Flotilla Fest and the Turkey Trot. We also look forward to new traditions including the Fall Fête, Bloody Marys on the Green, and some exciting new class offerings. All these activities can be found in this Guide, and I hope to see you out there enjoying our variety of offerings! MARKETING SUPERVISOR Courtney O’Kray, [phone] Personally, it has been a privilege to be a member of this community for the past 10 years, and an honor to serve on the Board of Commissioners. I have enjoyed seeing our park district grow and evolve, and I look forward to what the future holds. To that end, I want to thank all the hardworking staff of the Glen Ellyn Park District, past and present Commissioners and you, the members of our community for your continued support. BOARD MEETINGS Michael Ward The Board meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month at the Spring Avenue Recreation Center, 185 Spring Avenue. Meetings begin at 7pm. Residents are encouraged to attend or to watch the meetings, which are streamed live on our website, at www.gepark.org/board-meetings. Michael Ward, President, Glen Ellyn Park District Board of Commissioners MISSION STATEMENT The Glen Ellyn Park District is driven to foster diverse, community-based leisure opportunities, through a harmonious blend of quality recreation programs, facilities, and open space which will enhance the quality of life into the future. Michael Ward, President [email protected] Ben Stortz [email protected] 2 Alex Durham, Vice President [email protected] Kathy Cornell [email protected] Julia Nephew, Treasurer [email protected] Paul Bischoff Jr. [email protected] Rob Weber [email protected]