Thu, Apr 3 at 9am: Due to recent rainfall, some park paths are currently flooded. Please use caution and avoid these areas until conditions improve.

  • Larry Fink Park – The path on the west side of the ponds and the one in between them are underwater.
  • The Preserve of Highland Park– Flooding near the gazebo and the nature maze.

The tot lot will remain within the current footprint, but the playground will be laid out differently and a gathering space will be added within the footprint.

The playground will be closed during construction. Construction is expected to begin April 2025.

 

The proposed playground surface will be a mix of poured-in-place (soft surface) and woodchips.

No trees are expected to be removed as part of this project and the Park District is considering planting additional trees.