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Friends of the Park 2010 7501 W. Harrison Street Forest Park IL 60130 1.630.251.2399 friendsofthepark2010@gmail.com |
The goal of the Park District of Forest Park is to create a team of residents, commissioners and staff to develop a regional park that stays within the means of the community and services all ages.
Adding outdoor recreation space will dramatically increase the opportunities for outdoor recreation in the Village of Forest Park. We currently have 1.1 acres of open space per 1,000 residents, whereas the national standard is 6.5 - 10 acres per 1,000 residents.
Proposed for the outdoor area are spaces that allow for both active and passive recreation:
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A large, open, grassy space
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An ADA compliant tot playground for children ages 2 - 6
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Garden plots for community gardening
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An amphitheatre for outdoor concerts and performances
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A gazebo and picnic area
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A plaza with fountain and benches
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A covered bicycle parking area for CTA commuters
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Additional and extended walking paths
The Park District plans to turn the Roos Building into a multi-use facility that serves all ages of people. Three floors of 7,000 square feet each will be added. Proposed uses of the Roos Building include:
Furthermore, the Park District proposes the demolition of Building #4 on the east side of the current property and would like to build a gymnasium in its place.
Friends of the Park 2010
Forest Park IL 60130
1.630.251.2399
friendsofthepark2010@gmail.com
