Tri Township Park District

The agenda includes a presentation regarding a skate park beautification project, reports from the Executive Committee, and reviews of bills for payment. Operational, infrastructure, and athletic updates are scheduled, including reports on the Activity Center, roads and grounds, and youth sports leagues. Additionally, the board will review administrative updates from the Maintenance Supervisor and Office Manager, consider a donation request for space for a Special Olympics dinner, and hold a closed-door session.

The meeting agenda includes presentations from citizens regarding a fishing derby and an Eagle Scout project. Administrative items involve a report from the Secretary/Treasurer, the approval of bills, and comments from committee chairs. Operational updates cover the activity center, roads and grounds, and athletic programs including baseball, softball, and soccer. Additionally, the board will review reports from the Maintenance Supervisor and Office Manager, consider a donation request for a Special Olympics event, and host an open session for public comments.

The board reviewed and accepted the Secretary/Treasurer report and approved payment of bills totaling $28,345.49. A resolution was passed to apply for and accept the ACT Grant in the amount of $62,022.64. The Chairman discussed issues regarding e-bikes in the park and the potential for a new ordinance prohibiting their operation by individuals under age 18. Operational updates were provided covering activity center programs, a tree maintenance plan, baseball and soccer registration, ongoing facility remodels, and infrastructure repairs, including tennis court fencing and basketball court improvements.

The agenda for the meeting included calling the meeting to order, the pledge of allegiance, and roll call. Key discussion items spanned several committees: the Executive Committee addressing the Secretary/Treasurer report, bill approvals, fund reallocation, and Chairman comments; the Operations Committee focusing on the Activity Center; the Roads and Grounds Committee reviewing roads and grounds items; and the Athletics Committee providing updates on Baseball/Softball and Soccer activities. Additionally, there were updates from the Maintenance Supervisor and Office Manager, time allocated for citizen comments, media comments, and a scheduled closed-door session regarding personnel matters.

Key discussions during the meeting included the Secretary/Treasurer's report, which indicated budget overspending due to repairs and high insurance bills, offset partially by returns from Activity Center expenses. Bills totaling $103,861.94 were approved for payment. Chairman comments focused on meeting with auditors regarding Activity Center deposit policies, including shifting to daily deposits and securing new lock box/alarm codes. Operational matters included requests for lighting improvements near the Activity Center. Activity Center updates mentioned the upcoming Breakfast with Santa event, the successful repair of the digital sign, and the hiring of a new shift manager for the skating rink. Roads and Grounds reported on hauling dirt for the rodeo, repairing a dump truck, and addressing a downed power pole. Athletics reported on finalizing baseball programs for the January 1st opening and preparing soccer programs for the 2026 season. Maintenance updates noted the installation of a new tennis fence, replacement of basketball courts, progress on a lower-level remodel, the need for additional lighting on the park's west side, and a switch in hay suppliers. The board also discussed applying for 501c status to facilitate donations.