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Winnetka Plan commission Recommends Denial of Special Use Permit and Exceptions for Centennial Park + Beach Project
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, improve safe and equitable access,
We Welcome the Start of Beach Season which Includes the Opening of Elder Lane Beach
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; Lloyd Beach is home to
Happ Road Court
The Sports Court resurfacing project at Happ Road Park is underway beginning Wednesday, May 14 and will be closed to the public. This phase of the project should take a few days, and the final top coat cannot be applied until at least two weeks later. The Sports Court will be reopen at that time.
Crow Island Woods Turf Restoration
Beginning Monday, April 21, the Village of Winnetka will begin turf restoration efforts at Crow Island Woods Park. This work is a follow-up to the Village’s Crow Island Underground Storage and Conveyance Project. The project is expected to take several weeks, with completion anticipated by mid-May. During this time, turf areas adjacent to the Pavilion
Hubbard Woods Poured-in-Place Rubber Surfacing
Beginning Tuesday, April 15, Hubbard Woods Playground will be closed for the replacement of the poured-in-place rubber surfacing. Thank you for your patience as these improvements are being completed.
Dredging at Lloyd Beach
Throughout the week of April 14, our Parks and Maintenance staff will be busy dredging Lloyd Beach in order to reopen for beach season. Thank you for your patience as this important work is completed! Lloyd Beach will not be accessible to the public during this time.