Spring Program Guide 2013 - Skokie Park District

Rentals
Rentals & Policies
Picnic Area Reservations
Park picnic areas available for rental include those at Central, Devonshire,
Hamlin, Laramie, Lorel, Lockwood, Lyons, Oakton, Schack, and Terminal Parks.
Reservations may be made on a “first-come-first serve” basis, with applications
submitted beginning on March 1 for the current year (April 1 through September
30). Please make your request early in order to assure your preferred date and
location. No reservations will be taken over the phone. Picnic area availability may
be checked by calling (847) 674-1500, but available dates cannot be guaranteed
until a “Special Park Usage Application” has been submitted and approved. Usage
Applications may be filled out at the Weber, Oakton or Devonshire front desks.
Security deposits are $100 and must be submitted with the Usage Application.
The application approval process takes at least one week. Resident picnic area
fees are $35 for five-hour blocks on weekdays and $50 for five-hour blocks on
weekend days & holidays (Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day). Non-residents
fees are $70 for five-hour blocks on weekdays and $100 for five-hour blocks on
weekend days & holidays (Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day). All above fees
are doubled for 11 hour blocks and then discounted by $15. Proof of residency is
required to receive resident rates.
Athletic Field Reservations
Baseball, Softball, Soccer fields and our Cricket Practice Pitch can be reserved for
group rentals. Please make your request early in order to assure your preferred
date and location. The athletic field application approval process takes at least
two weeks. For information call Bob DeLeonardis at (847) 674-1500, ext. 2183.
Americans with Disabilities Act
The Skokie Park District welcomes the participation of all individuals in
our programs, including those with disabilities. We are fully committed to
complying with the ADA and providing reasonable accommodations to facilitate
participation in our programs. The sooner we know about your special situation,
the more time we have to make reasonable accommodations to improve you or
your child’s recreational experience with us. It is the responsibility of participants
or their parents/guardians to contact Michelle Tuft, Superintendent of Recreation,
to make arrangements for any accommodation at the time of registration (no
later than two weeks prior to the start of the program). Notification received
less than two weeks prior to the start of the program may result in delayed
participation in the program. If you have questions or concerns, contact Michelle
Tuft, Superintendent of Recreation, at (847) 674-1500, ext. 2181, or e-mail
MJTuft@SkokieParks.com.
Participant Behavior Code of Conduct
The following behavioral code of conduct will be used as a guideline for Skokie
Park District program participants. Participants will:
1. Show respect to all other participants, staff, and volunteers.
2. Follow direction from staff and volunteers.
3. Show respect to equipment, supplies, and facilities.
4. Not use inappropriate, abusive, or foul language.
5. Not show any aggressive behavior (hitting, punching, slapping, kicking, biting,
etc.) regardless if the behavior is initiated or in retaliation.
6. Not show continuous disruptive behavior.
7. Obey all Skokie Park District rules and regulations.
No Smoking in the Skokie Park District
In accordance with Illinois State Law and according to the Skokie Park District
Usage Ordinance, Section C.26, smoking is not allowed in all Park District buildings,
restrooms, and enclosed or partially enclosed sports arenas. Additionally, smoking is
prohibited within 15 feet of all entrances, exits, windows that open, and ventilation
intakes that serve these areas. Smoking is also prohibited within 50 feet of all parks,
playgrounds, or other non-enclosed Park District facilities when organized children’s
activities or organized special events are present. Any person who violates any
provision of the ordinance’s Section C.26 shall be fined an amount that is not less
than $100 and not more than $250. Each day a violation occurs will be considered a
separate violation.
Public Notification Pesticide & Fertilizer Applications
The Skokie Park District will be making pesticide and fertilizer applications in
various parks throughout the District including the Weber Park Golf Course.
These applications are necessary to maintain the health and vigor of desirable
plants and retain the aesthetic quality of our parks. Each park will be posted
with signs in the specified application areas. Signs will
be posted just prior to application and will
remain until the following day. All
procedures concerning notification
and application of chemicals for the
treatment of turf grass or plants shall
conform to the guidelines outlined in the
Skokie Park District’s pesticide policy as well as
State regulations. For advanced notification, contact
Steve Ames, Landscape Specialist
at (847) 674-1500, ext. 2804.
Editorial Policy
The Skokie Park District makes every effort to
ensure the accuracy of all materials in its program
guides. If you find an error, our customer service
staff will do their best to find accurate and up-to-date
information. You may call them at (847) 674-1500.
Thank you in advance for your patience and
understanding.
Obtaining Program Guides
As a community service, Skokie Park District
program guides are delivered by the U.S. Postal
Service via bulk mail to all District residences.
Because the Skokie Park District is not responsible
for undelivered mail, program guides are also made
available online and at all Park District facilities one
week prior to registration dates.
Photo Policy
Participants in Skokie Park District programs and
special events consent to the taking of photos and
videos of themselves and their children for use in
all Park District marketing materials. All photos and
videos taken on Park District property are for Park
District use only and become its sole property.
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