Kyle Dugan

The meeting focuses on the review and possible approval of solar energy project bids for William S. Wait Park and the Park District Office.

The regular board meeting addressed several operational and financial matters. Key discussions included the filing of the annual Levy, receipt of the third property tax distribution, and updates on the pool's structural issue requiring investigation by Chester Pools. The District plans to proceed with partnering with Greenville University for the Soccer Program. The Board reviewed a quote for the replacement of the front office furnace, a potential solar installation project for the office and pool, and noted that Commissioners Ulmer and Vohlken are registered for the IAPD/IPRA Annual Conference. The status of the Nature Preserve Trail Policy follow-up with Greenville University was reviewed, along with November and December 2025 Financial Statements. Construction updates were provided for the Office, Bathroom Facility, and ADA Ramp project, while the Dewey Street Construction Project is paused until spring. The OSLAD Grant project for William S. Wait Park is complete, with final reimbursement received. A decision was made to maintain the current structure regarding credit card fees, meaning fees will not be passed on to customers for registration via Team Sideline, although a pass-through model for on-site pool transactions was considered. Progress on the 2026 budget is underway, and a draft will be provided before the next meeting. A significant discussion involved the dissolution of the swim conference, leading to uncertainty about the continuation of the Clippers Swim Team. Dance and Barn Quilt classes remain popular. A motion was made and approved to offer Director Jerry Sauerwein a 5% salary increase and a $3,000 bonus based on his performance evaluation and savings from the OSLAD grant work. The Board also entered and exited an executive session regarding personnel matters before adjourning.

Key discussions and actions included the approval of Warrant #646 and unpaid bills dated December 8, 2025, and the approval of Ordinance 2025-02 concerning the 2025 Payable 2026 Levy for the Fiscal Year January 1, 2026 -- December 31, 2026. The board also addressed the approval of the 2026 Meeting Schedule, the renewal of IPARKS Liability and Property Insurance for 2026-2027, and budget line item transfers. Director reports covered conference attendance, updates on the Nature Preserve Trail Policy, financial statements review, progress on the Office, Bathroom Facility, and ADA Ramp Construction, and status updates on the Dewey Street Construction Project and the OSLAD Grant for William S. Wait Park. The recreation report highlighted successful Holiday Barn Quilt Classes and planning for January sessions, updates on the Dance Program, and a review of credit card processing fee options.

The Kingsbury Park District Board Meeting included discussions and approvals related to financial matters, such as approving warrants and unpaid bills, and determining the 2025 Payable 2026 Levy. The Director's report covered various topics, including conference information for the IAPD/IPRA Annual Conference, updates on the Nature Preserve Trail Policy, progress on the Office, Bathroom Facility, and ADA Ramp Construction, and the Dewey Street Construction Project. The board also discussed the OSLAD Grant for William S. Wait Park, park benches, IparKs Liability and Property Insurance, and health insurance renewal.

The meeting included discussions on various topics, including fliers posted on the District's Facebook page, soccer registration numbers, baseball and softball fliers for schools, summer art workshop dates, drop-in play days, and Project Parenting visits. The board also discussed the IAPD Legislative breakfast, the revised maintenance shed plan, and the revised budget draft. An alternate proposal for the repair to Jaycee Parks triple slide was reviewed, as well as quotes for metal siding on Patriot's Park meeting room. The board also discussed Jaycee Park drainage, a Blue Cross Blue Shield refund, the City's downtown TIF, graffiti at the skate park, and the district sick and bereavement time policy.