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Elder Beach Cleanup Project Update
The Winnetka Park District is pleased to share that the first phase of the Elder Lane Beach cleanup is now complete. This important effort marks a significant step toward restoring and enhancing our shoreline.The next phase of the project, led by the Village of Winnetka, will focus on replacing the damaged section of the Elder
Upcoming Survey Work in Winnetka Parks
The Winnetka Park District has partnered with DLZ Industrial Surveying Inc. to conduct survey work at Crow Island Woods, Skokie Playfield, and Bell Woods in the coming weeks. As part of this project, drones will be used to collect detailed digital data for each park site. This includes mapping features such as buildings, site elements, paving, utilities, water
Update on Elder Lane and Centennial Beach Cleanup Efforts
The Winnetka Park District is making steady progress on the cleanup efforts at Elder Lane and Centennial Beaches. To date, most debris has been successfully removed from Centennial Beach, and we anticipate reopening it shortly to dog beach pass holders. The anticipated date to re-open Centennial Beach is August 9 (weather permitting). “We’ve made excellent
Upcoming Paving Projects
The paving project on the Green Bay Trail between Elm St. and Pine St. is anticipated to begin July 31 through August 1 (weather dependent). Signage will be provided throughout the trail indicating the impacted areas and where to detour. Thank you for your patience during this process.
Cleanup at Centennial and Elder Beach Scheduled to Begin July 21
The Winnetka Park District will undertake critical beach cleanup and safety improvement efforts this summer at Centennial Beach and Elder Lane Beach beginning July 21, 2025. With the contract for work obtaining Park Board approval in June, it solidifies the Winnetka Park District’s ongoing commitment to maintaining safe, clean, and enjoyable public lakefront spaces for
Winnetka Park District to Revise Elder + Centennial Beach Project Plans
The Winnetka Park District Board directed staff to: Pause the current zoning application process for Centennial Park & Beach and Elder Lane Park & Beach with the Village of Winnetka. Work with consultants to revise the plans for both sites, incorporating feedback from the Village of Winnetka, the Zoning Board of Appeals, and the Plan