In an effort to keep our parks and facilities accessible and safe for all residents, and to accommodate the needs of the community, various construction projects are necessary from time to time. Below are the construction projects recently completed or currently underway.
Facility ConstructionAugust 2021 – Having been installed in 2010, the indoor turf surface at Falcon Park Recreation Center has reached the end of its operational lifespan. The average use period for indoor turf at the time of installation was 10-12 years. The surface is thin in several areas, requiring maintenance and repair for safe, regular use. A new synthetic turf will be installed to provide greater longevity and improve safety and playability.
The turf replacement project is scheduled to begin on Monday, August 23, 2021 and conclude on Friday, September 3, 2021 (tentatively). During the project, facility hours will be amended due to construction debris, odor, and noise.
Park ConstructionAugust 2021 – On Monday, September 13, 2021, A Lamp Concrete Contractors will begin replacing the main drive to Birchwood Recreation Center. The project area spans from the drive entrance at the north end down to the Birchwood South parking lot. The project is expected to take 6-8 weeks to complete (estimated completion by Friday, November 5, 2021), however, could change depending on weather conditions.
The Birchwood main drive may not be accessible to vehicles at various times throughout the construction process. During this time, the District recommends visitors use the following detours to the Birchwood South parking lot:
From W. Illinois Avenue
• Turn south on to S. Elm Street
• Turn left on S. Stonehedge Lane
• Turn left on Peregrine Drive
• Arrive at the Birchwood South Parking Lot
From S. Quentin Road
• Turn east on Peregrine Drive
• Arrive at the Birchwood South Parking Lot
March 2021 – Demolition continues with the start of playground installation.
Based on the input received from the community and staff in April 2019, the following Concept Plan has been proposed for improvements to Maple Park:
Questions?Please call the Parks & Planning Department at 847.705.5140 with any questions and you will be transferred to the project manager.
Interested in Upcoming Projects? View current Bids & Proposals.
