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Winnetka Plan commission Recommends Denial of Special Use Permit and Exceptions for Centennial Park + Beach Project
May 29, 2025
The Winnetka Park District returned to the Village’s Plan Commission on May 28, 2025 to present updates on the proposed Centennial Park and Beach Special Use Permit Case No. 24-08-SU. First introduced to the Plan Commission on January 22, 2025, the project represents a multi-year effort to address shoreline erosion, ...
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We Welcome the Start of Beach Season which Includes the Opening of Elder Lane Beach
May 22, 2025
As summer approaches, the Winnetka Park District is thrilled to announce the official opening of its seasonal beaches on May 24. The community is invited to enjoy beach access at Maple Beach, Tower Beach, and Lloyd Beach throughout the summer months. Swimming is permitted at Maple and Tower Beach; ...
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Centennial Dog Beach Update
March 19, 2025
The Winnetka Park District would like to clarify the upcoming discussion regarding the dog beach slated for the March 20, 2025 Park Board meeting. The Park Board has not yet had any discussions or made any decisions on this matter, but it will be reviewing options to ensure compliance with ...
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Zoning Board of Appeals Recommends Denial of Special Use Permit for Centennial Park & Beach Improvements
December 10, 2024
On December 9, 2024, the Winnetka Park District presented the proposed Centennial Park & Beach improvement project to the Village of Winnetka’s Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) for the third time. After extensive discussions and public input, the ZBA concluded the meeting by voting to recommend denial of the Special ...
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Winnetka Park District Submits Special Use Permit for Elder Lane Park + Beach
September 17, 2024
The Winnetka Park District is excited to announce the submission of a Special Use Permit application to the Village of Winnetka’s Zoning Board of Appeals for the enhancement project at Elder Lane Park + Beach. This submission, made on Monday, September 16, 2024, represents a key step in the Park ...
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Meeting for Centennial Park + Beach Project Tentatively Rescheduled
September 10, 2024
Winnetka, IL – The Winnetka Park District regrets to announce that the previously scheduled presentation of the Centennial Park + Beach Project to the Village of Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals on September 24, 2024, has been cancelled by the Village. The meeting has been tentatively rescheduled for October 14, ...
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Winnetka Park District to Present Centennial Park + Beach Project to Zoning Board of Appeals
September 4, 2024
September 3, 2024, Winnetka Park District is pleased to announce that they will present the Centennial Park + Beach Project to the Village of Winnetka Zoning Board of Appeals on September 24, 2024, at 7:00 PM. The meeting will be held at 510 Green Bay Road and marks the beginning ...
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Centennial Beach Enhancement Project Update
April 5, 2024
Winnetka, Illinois – We are pleased to announce that the Winnetka Park District has submitted a Special Use Permit to the Village of Winnetka’s Zoning Board of Appeals for the enhancement project at Centennial Beach. The submission made on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, marks a significant milestone in the district’s ongoing ...
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FAQ Elder Lane + Centennial Beach
September 11, 2023
Frequently Asked Questions 1. What is the status of the Property Exchange Agreement? The Property Exchange Agreement between the Winnetka Park District and Orchard 2020 Revocable Trust was signed October 10, 2020 by each party to the agreement. The exchange of properties has yet to take place. In the event ...
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RecTrac + WebTrac Update: August 23 + 24
August 17, 2023
Winnetka, IL; August 17, 2023 — Beginning on Wednesday, August 23, RecTrac + WebTrac will be taken offline for an upgrade and backup process. RecTrac + WebTrac will remain offline from 3pm on August 23 through the completion of the migration on August 24 at approximately 2pm. We appreciate your ...
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