The District is finalizing plans to submit an application for a $200,000 Illinois Department of Natural Resources Recreational Trail Program for the development of a recreational trail within Hawthorne Hill Woods in accordance with the proposed 2014 Woodridge Town Centre Master Plan. The grant, if approved, would offset the estimated $500,000 project cost. The proposed…
Prescribed Burns Going on Now
The Woodridge Park District will be conducting prescribed burns at various parks and properties between October 24, 2022 and April 30, 2023 when weather conditions are suitable. Prescribed burns are part of a natural areas management process and will be conducted by trained Park District staff or an experienced contractor. All burns are supervised by…
Fall Asphalt Work Complete
Asphalt patching and resurfacing of various park paths and parking lots began on Friday, October 7th and continued through the month of October as weather conditions permitted. The contractor substantially completed all paving work during the final week of October, and all parking lots and paths included have been reopened for public use. Minor punch…
Fred C. Hohnke Community Center Parking Lot Work Complete
Re-paving and re-striping of the Fred C. Hohnke Community Center parking started on Tuesday, October 11 and was completed and available for use on Wednesday, October 19.
Ide's Grove West Zip Line Closed Through Spring 2023
The cable on the zipline at Ide's Grove West Park was removed for safety reasons and the zip line will be closed until the spring. The District typically removes the zipline before the winter so the equipment does not get damaged by snow, ice or cold temperatures.
Path & Parking Lot Repair Going on Now Through July 1
Asphalt maintenance including crack repair and sealcoating will take place at numerous park sites and pathways throughout Woodridge beginning May 11 through July 1. Parking lot closures will occur during this time. Sites include: Hobson Corner Park Parking Lot: tentatively scheduled for Thursday, May 12 and Friday, May 13 Orchard Hill Park Parking Lot &…
Mowing & Seeding Status
As the Park Maintenance division begins to ramp up seasonal maintenance and mowing practices this spring, the District respectfully asks for residents’ patience as crews strive to catch up on mowing throughout the parks and facility grounds. The ongoing rain events, extended chilly temperatures and minimal time of drying periods have resulted in many areas…
Castaldo Park Turf Restoration Begins April 18
Beginning April 18 through June 1, a large area of turf that is adjacent to the path will be fenced off for turf improvements at Castaldo Park. As a result of the heavy traffic and usage of the park and the compacted soil, the District will be aerating, seeding and fertilizing the turf to establish…
Playground Closures Begin March 28 for Safety Surface Replacement
The playgrounds at Willow Creek School, Falconridge Park and Somerset Park will receive new playground safety surface this spring. A contracted landscaping company will remove the existing safety surface and fabric and replace it with “Safe-T-Mat,” an engineered, ADA-approved wood chip. The playgrounds will be closed while work occurs. The estimated work schedule/closures are as…
The Town Centre Sled Hill Is Now Open!
The new sled hill, located just west of Jefferson Jr. High’s new athletic field complex, was closed last winter in order to properly establish the hillside turf, but it’s now ready for snow and sledders! The 22-foot hill will be open during daylight hours when conditions allow for sledding. Parking spaces are located immediately north…
