Parks/For Your Informat ion A Special Thanks
The Downers Grove Park District wants to thank the organizations and individuals who have contributed to the support and success of the many special events and activities offered throughout the year, including:
• DGTV • Downers Grove School Districts 58 & 99 • Downers Grove Fire Department • Downers Grove Historical Society • Downers Grove Police Department • First Baptist Church • Forest Preserve District of DuPage County • The Grove Foundation • Midwestern University • Park District Volunteers and Donors • Village of Downers Grove
Adopt-A-Park Partners
The Downers Grove Park District invites businesses and neighborhood or scout groups to volunteer for our Adopt-A-Park Partners program. Volunteers assist with beautification projects and spring and fall plantings. For more information, call our Volunteer Coordinator at 630.963.1300.
Aerosling Swings
Portable swings for children with disabilities are available to residents on a weekly sign-out basis at Lincoln Center, McCollum Park Concession and the SEASPAR office. Aerosling swings can be locked onto existing swing sets and are accessible from a wheelchair. The swings can also accept a feeder seat and offer several seating positions to accommodate various needs. For more information call 630.963.1300.
Americans with Disabilities Act
The Downers Grove Park District is committed to accessibility for individuals with disabilities and strives to provide equal, integrated participation in all programs, activities and services. The Park District’s policy is to reasonably accommodate all qualified program applicants in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We welcome the questions, comments and concerns of interested community members regarding Park District ADA compliance. To arrange for auxiliary aides or accommodations enabling individuals with disabilities to participate in Park District public meetings, or to request publications in a special format (such as audiocassette or large print), contact the Park District’s ADA Coordinator, by calling 630.963.1304 or by writing to 2455 Warrenville Rd., Downers Grove, IL 60515.
Code of Conduct
To ensure an enjoyable and safe program for all participants, the Park District has developed the following behavior code. Participants must:
• Show respect to all participants and staff • Refrain from using foul language • Refrain from causing bodily harm • Show respect to equipment, supplies and facilities • Additional rules are developed for specific programs as deemed necessary by the staff
DGTV
Look for Downers Grove Park District park board meetings and program information on DGTV Channel 6.
Discipline The Park District applies a caring, positive approach to discipline. Rules are reviewed with participants and staff is willing to work with parents to develop behavior modification programs as necessary. The Park District reserves the right to dismiss a participant whose behavior creates an unsafe environment.
Employment Opportunities
The Park District is pleased to accept applications for posted employment opportunities. Refer to
www.dgparks.org for current openings.
E-Newsletters General E-newsletter - Sign-up to receive updates, special programs, promotions and events via the Park District e-newsletter at
www.dgparks.org.
Park Avenews is a monthly e-newsletter that provides information about events, trips and programs for school aged children. Sign-up on our website to receive the Park Avenews in your inbox.
Lincoln Learning Center is a monthly e-newsletter that provides parents of our Preschool and Threeschool parents information about special events, news, schedules and updates.
Tees & Greens is a bimonthly e-newsletter that provides information about golf course events, turf tips, tips from our pros and specials. Sign-up to receive the Tees & Greens on our website or at the Golf Club.
Facebook Pages
Become a fan of the Downers Grove Park District, CITRA and the Downers Grove Golf Club Facebook pages to get updates on events, programs, field/skating/ course conditions and specials.
For Your Safety
In the event of a serious accident or illness, it is the Park District’s policy to contact the fire department for emergency first aid and transportation to the hospital. Preschool-age children enrolled in Park District programs are not released from a class to anyone other than a parent or guardian unless advance written notification is given to the instructor.
Garden Plots at Mar-Duke Farm
The Mar-Duke Farm garden plots are located at 6800 S. Main Street, between Greenbriar Medical Center and Divine Savior Church. Plots are 20 x 30 feet. Four elevated plots, 4 x 11 feet are available on a first come, first served basis to persons with disabilities and gardeners who cannot work at ground level.
New plot and Non-resident garden plot registration begins March 3. Find a map of available garden plots and register in room 204 at Lincoln Center, 935 Maple Avenue. The per-plot fee is $25 for residents and $37 for non-residents. Senior rates for those 62 years and better are $22 for residents and $33 for non-residents.
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