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Tower Road Beach Driveway Closure
Due to planned construction work at the power plant, the driveway down to Tower Road beach will be closed all day Wednesday, November 19. Access to the parking lot at the top of the bluff will remain open and accessible throughout the day. Park goers are encouraged to use the stairs to access the beach.
Skokie Playfield Synthetic Turf Replacement Project
The Winnetka Park District is moving forward with the replacement of the synthetic turf field at Skokie Playfield. Originally installed in 2013, the current field has provided more than a decade of play and enjoyment for athletes, families, and community members. This replacement project will ensure the continued safety, performance, and longevity of one of
Comprehensive Master Plan is Approved by Winnetka Park District Board
The Winnetka Park District Board of Commissioners officially approved the Winnetka Comprehensive Master Plan at the Regular Board Meeting on October 23, 2025, marking a major milestone in the Park District’s long-term planning initiative, Plan! Winnetka Parks. Winnetka Park District’s Comprehensive Master Plan is the district’s forward-looking vision for the future of Winnetka’s parks, beaches,
Centennial Special Use Permit Temporary Dog Fencing
The Winnetka Park District has submitted a Special Use Permit (SUP) through the Village of Winnetka for temporary fencing improvements at Centennial Park and Beach, including the Dog Beach area. The SUP process ensures that proposed site enhancements align with Village zoning requirements and community standards while protecting environmental, shoreline, and public access interests. As
Golf Services Advisory Board
The Winnetka Park District Board of Commissioners has adopted Resolution 2025-04-24-02, establishing the Golf Services Advisory Board to further support community involvement and provide focused oversight in golf operations. The newly formed advisory board will serve as a platform for open dialogue between residents and the Park District, reinforcing the Board’s commitment to transparency, responsiveness, and
Centennial Beach Sand Refurbishment Project
The Park District is cooperating with state and federal agencies to allow for sand nourishment on the southern section of Centennial Beach to begin early next week, during the week of October 13, 2025. The work will be completed from Marine based construction. During this time, a temporary construction fence will be installed to limit