Parks
Will County Ever Be Able to Afford Parks System?
New Wisconsin Policy Forum report looks at potential tools and agreements to pay for park maintenance.
Feb 19th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Why Historic Whitnall Golf Course Needs Redesign
New irrigation system, practice facilities part of once-in- a-century redesign.
Feb 14th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Seeks Kosciuszko Community Center Members
Center offers many activities, amenities. Holding an open house all day Tuesday.
Feb 12th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Oppose Controversial Road-to-Trail Project
Parks department wants portion of Jackson Park Drive with no driveways converted to trail.
Feb 8th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Brewers, Summerfest Offering Free Tickets to County Lifeguards
These and other freebies will help county recruit lifeguards, address the ongoing shortage.
Feb 6th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
City TIFs Becoming Useful Tool for County Parks
Red Arrow Park is latest-county asset to benefit from city's Tax Incremental Financing.
Feb 5th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Board Funds Crisis Housing in Uptown Neighborhood, Demurs On Southside Dog Park
Plus: A controversial penguin project is funded, funding for southside dog park is paused and 'high-impact' parks projects are funded.
Feb 2nd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
New Runway Dog Park? Maybe Not
Funding source and timeline raise concerns, but county board may be split on the issue.
Jan 26th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Parks Planning ‘High-Impact’ Investments in 2024
Seeking projects that can be quickly implemented, leverage additional funding or prepare for the future.
Jan 26th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Could Shuttered Runway Dog Park Be Replaced?
Park near airport shut down after FAA objections. Supervisor pushes for a replacement.
Jan 20th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Urban Ecology Center Adding Trail Connection, Greenspace to Riverside Park
Planned event hall development includes features designed for public access, recreation.
Jan 19th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Could Underwood Creek Parkway Become A Trail?
Parkway has been closed since 2020 due to interstate construction.
Jan 17th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
