DISTRICT

General Information
Americans with Disabilities Act
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits
discrimination on the basis of a disability. The Glen Ellyn Park
District will make reasonable accommodations in recreation
programs to enable participation by an individual with a
disability that meets essential eligibility requirements for that
leisure program and facility. If you have questions or believe
you have been unfairly discriminated against by the park
district, please contact Nick Cinquegrani, Superintendent of
Finance and Personnel at 630-942-7257. Those who use the
Telecommunications Device for the Deaf may reach the park
district by calling the Illinois Relay Line at 800-526-0844.
Behavior Policy
Participants are expected to exhibit appropriate behavior at
all times. The following guidelines have been developed to
help make park district programs safe and enjoyable for all
participants. Additional rules may be developed for particular
programs and athletic leagues as deemed necessary by staff.
Participants shall:
A positive approach will be used regarding discipline. Staff will
periodically review rules with participants during the program
session. If inappropriate behavior occurs, prompt resolution
will be sought specific to each individual situation. The park
district reserves the right to dismiss a participant whose
behavior endangers the safety of himself /herself or others.
Insurance
The Glen Ellyn Park District does not provide medical
insurance coverage for individuals who participate in our
programs or use our facilities. To do so would make programs
and user fees cost-prohibitive.
Non-Resident Policy & Membership
Glen Ellyn Park District residents, through property taxes,
make a financial contribution to the Park District operations.
Nonresidents are charged higher fees for programs than
residents to compensate for property tax disparity.
Residents of Glen Ellyn who are not residents of the Glen
Ellyn Park District or any other park district may receive all
the privileges of belonging to the Glen Ellyn Park District by
paying the equivalent of Park District taxes annually. This
membership allows for priority registration, pool passes, and
any other services provided to our residents at the resident
rate. For further information, please contact Katherine
Wendland at 630-942-7256.
Notice of Possible Changes in
Brochure Listings
The policies, procedures, requirements, programs, fees and
facility availability contained in this brochure represent park
district program and policies at the time of publication.
Sometimes changes in the Programs and Policies are
necessary or desirable after the brochure publication but
prior to program commencement or facility operation. In
order to provide the best services, programs and facilities to
the public, the District reserves the right to add, to change,
modify or delete any program or policies after they have been
published.
Pets at Events
The Glen Ellyn Park District asks that everyone please exercise
good judgment and leave pets at home when attending
events that draw large crowds. Please show respect for other
people, yourself and your pet by helping the park district
maintain a safe and healthy environment where all people
have the opportunity to participate and enjoy themselves.
Photographs
The Glen Ellyn Park District uses pictures of participants
to publicize recreation opportunities. If you do not want a
picture taken, please tell our photographer. If the picture has
already been taken, please contact the park district at 630-
942-7260.
If you have photos of your family/ friends participating in
any Park District activities, send a copy for possible use in a
future brochure. Clear, high contrast, color photos are fine.
Please identify the participants, park and activity. Include your
name and address to have photos returned. Send to Kathleen
Talenco, Glen Ellyn Park District, 185 Spring Ave., Glen Ellyn, IL
60137. Thank You!
Brochure Delivery
The Glen Ellyn Park District distributes three seasonal
brochures, Winter, Spring/Summer and Fall. Brochures are
delivered in July, November, and March. The Glen Ellyn
Park District makes every effort to deliver to each resident
household and assumes no responsibility for non-delivery.
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