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Winnetka Park District Receives Award for Financial Reporting Excellence
The Winnetka Park District is proud to announce it has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023. The esteemed award recognizes the district’s
Centennial Dog Beach Update
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 Cook County regulations and Winnetka
Important Avian Influenza (H5N1) Update
Avian Influenza/H5N1 (also known as Bird Flu) is causing outbreaks in poultry and U.S. dairy cows with several recent human cases in U.S. dairy and poultry workers. There has also been a concerning increase in dead or dying birds and geese washing ashore along Lake Michigan, many infected with H5N1. Although risk to humans is
February 12, 2025 Program Schedule
Our Administrative, Tennis, Ice and Platform Facilities will be open on Wednesday, February 12. In addition, our normal evening athletic and special interest programs will also continue to run as scheduled in the evening. Our parks team is working diligently in clearing our lots and walkways, but proceed with caution.
February Regular Board Meeting Has Been Rescheduled
Winnetka Park District has moved their February Regular Board Meeting from Thursday, February 27 to Thursday, February 20. The time will be at the regular scheduled time of 6pm at Winnetka Park District’s Administrative Center’s Community Room, located at 540 Hibbard Road, Winnetka, IL. The Winnetka Park District provides recreational and leisure opportunities that enhance
Winnetka Park District Marketing Team and Board President Earn Multiple Awards at Illinois Park and Recreation Association Conference
The Winnetka Park District is proud to announce that its marketing team and Board President have been recognized for their exceptional contributions at the 2025 Illinois Park and Recreation Association (IPRA) Annual Conference and the Illinois Association of Park Districts (IAPD)/IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference held last week in Chicago. The Winnetka Park District’s