The Park District of Park plays a vital role in enhancing people’s lives, building strong families and a more connected community. We protect and preserve our environment and positively impact our local economy.

The Park District owns and operates 23 facilities that occupy 84 acres of parkland within the Village including:
•7 neighborhood recreation centers 
•18 parks including the unique urban forest Austin Gardens and our village green Scoville Park
•3 historic properties (Cheney Mansion, Pleasant Home, and the Oak Park Conservatory)
•2 outdoor swimming pools (Rehm and Ridgeland Common)
•1 indoor, year-round ice rink (Paul Hruby Ice Arena at Ridgeland Common)
•1 Gymnastics and Recreation Center
•1 Environmental Education Center in Austin Gardens
•8 special facilities including the Elsie Jacobsen Discovery Garden, Stevenson Park basketball courts and skate park, Longfellow Park basketball courts, Barrie Park sports court, Rehm Trains, Hedges Administrative Center.

We offer over 3,000 recreation programs annually for all ages and abilities. The District is also a member of the West Suburban Special Recreation Association. 

In 2015, the Park District was recognized with the most prestigious award in the parks and recreation field, the National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management. The Park District is only one of four park and recreation agencies in the State of Illinois to win the Gold Medal and earn both State (2014) and National Accreditation (2015).

Our mission:  In partnership with the community, we enrich lives by providing meaningful experiences through programs, parks, and facilities.

The Park Board and staff are guided by 5 Strategic Initiatives including: 1) Organizational Excellence 2) Customer and Community Focus 3) Financial Strength 4) Staff Excellence and 5) Quality Infrastructure Management. 

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Park District of Oak Park

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Patti Staley

Dusan Lepojevic

Travis Stephen

Jennifer Pawlak

The Education and Coaching Team at the Park District of Oak Park is responsible for delivering a diverse range of recreational and educational programs aimed at enriching the community's experiences. This team engages participants of all ages and abilities through instructional classes, sport coaching, and various seasonal camps. By fostering skill development, physical fitness, and artistic expression, they play a crucial role in promoting a healthy, connected, and vibrant community.

Education and Coaching Team

The Programs and Operations Team at the Park District of Oak Park is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing the diverse array of recreational programs and activities offered across the district's facilities. This team ensures the smooth operation of recreational services, including managing sports leagues, fitness and performing arts classes, special events, and esports programs. Additionally, they work to maintain organizational excellence, financial strength, and quality infrastructure management in alignment with the district’s strategic initiatives. Their efforts support the overall mission of enriching lives and fostering community connections through meaningful experiences.

Programs and Operations Team

The Communications and Outreach team at the Park District of Oak Park is responsible for enhancing community engagement and promoting the Park District’s programs and facilities. This team manages public relations, designs captivating graphics, creates and curates digital content, coordinates community outreach initiatives, and oversees sponsorship partnerships to ensure effective communication and foster strong connections with the community.

Communications and Outreach

The Human Resources and Risk Management team at the Park District of Oak Park is responsible for fostering a productive and safe work environment by overseeing employee relations, recruitment, benefits administration, training, and professional development. Additionally, they manage and mitigate risks through safety protocols, compliance with regulations, and ensuring best practices across all park facilities and programs to protect both staff and the community.

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Park District of Oak Park

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Teams

Education and Coaching Team

Programs and Operations Team

Communications and Outreach

Human Resources and Risk Management

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