Grayslake Community Park District

The Park Board reviewed and discussed various operational and financial matters. Key actions included approving the final pay request for the Brittany Park playground installation and authorizing a 2026 mowing contract with Yellowstone Landscape for specific park district properties. The board also reviewed the initial draft of the fiscal year 2026/2027 budget, discussed a proposed emergency access road through Doolittle Park, and received departmental reports covering recreation programs, park maintenance, and financial performance. Furthermore, the board conducted a semi-annual review of closed session minutes and authorized the release of specific records.

The hearing is dedicated to the review and discussion of the Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Budget and Appropriation, including an opportunity for public comment.

The board discussed and took action on several items, including the scheduling of a public hearing for the Budget and Appropriation Ordinance, the appointment of a resident to the Grays Lake Management Committee, and the approval of an architectural services agreement for the Jaycee Park Courts Renovation Project. Additionally, the board reviewed a preliminary concept for a new residential subdivision and heard departmental reports concerning lake treatments, upcoming legislative conferences, progress on the Alleghany Bike Path, fundraising events, status updates on the Avon Baseball Park complex, registration for preschool and dance programs, seasonal maintenance activities, and financial reports on program revenue and energy expenditures.

The board discussed the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget timeline, including future draft presentations and public hearing plans. Reports were reviewed from the Executive Director regarding an upcoming foundation fundraiser and legislative conference participation, the Superintendent of Recreation concerning seasonal program guides, preschool registration, dance recitals, and upcoming community events, the Superintendent of Parks regarding ongoing maintenance and building renovations, and the Business Manager concerning financial performance related to affiliate fees and field rentals.

The committee meeting agenda focuses on the upcoming retirement of the Executive Director and the process of hiring a replacement. Key discussion topics include the development of an Executive Director search profile survey for board members and staff, and the finalization of the job description for the position.