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PARKS & RECREATION BOARD 2017/06/21 Agenda PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD TUESDAY, June 21, 2017 6:30PM at MUNICIPAL SERVICES 800 N. FIELD DRIVE LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL II. Charlie Kohlmeyer, Chairman _____ Shannon Maguire _____ Jake Lee _____ Paul “Skoo” Walker _____ Paul Best _____ Steve Reimer _____ Melanie Walsh III. *APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Approval of minutes of the May 16, 2017 Parks and Recreation Board Meeting IV. OPPORTUNITY FOR CITIZENS TO ADDRESS THE PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS V. *ELAWA AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORT- Presented by Mike Strong, Assistant to the City Manager VI. OPEN LANDS PARK ENHANCEMENT UPDATE- Presented By Joe Mobile, Superintendent of Recreation VII. *MASTER PARK POLICIES- Presented By Joe Mobile, Superintendent of Recreation VIII. COMMENTS BY DIRECTOR IX. COMMENTS BY BOARD MEMBERS X. ADJOURNMENT *ACTION ITEMS MEMORANDUM THE CITY OF LAKE FOREST OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER Page 1 TO: Parks and Recreation Board CC: Sally Swarthout, Director of Parks and Recreation FROM: Mike Strong, Assistant to the City Manager DATE: June 14, 2017 SUBJECT: Elawa Farm Ad-Hoc Committee Report BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION: Elawa Farm is located in northwest Lake Forest within the Middlefork subdivision and is sited between a residential subdivision and the Lake County Forest Preserve at Middlefork Savanna. It is an approximate 16 acre site that includes facility buildings, garden area, passive use/trail access to forest preserve, and a community park (“Property”). The Property was purchased by the City of Lake Forest in 1998, and is governed by a Master Plan and Special Use Permit that sets parameters for the ongoing use of the site, directs short and long term use of the Property, and establishes criteria for future build-out on the site. Since 2014, the use and popularity of the facility has been exceptional. The success of the two tenants, including the Elawa Farm Foundation (“Foundation”) and Wildlife Discovery Center (“WDC”) (collectively, “Tenants”), is demonstrated in the growth of their programs, participation in events, and interest by outside groups who wish to utilize the facility for private rental usage, be it birthday parties, anniversaries, weddings, corporate outings, and others activities. The growth, and subsequent impact these activities have had on the buildings, grounds, and maintenance of the facility, have triggered conversations among the Tenants and Elawa Farm Commission, an advisory group of the City Council charged with overseeing the operations at Elawa Farm, regarding how each group can improve colocation so that they can achieve their respective missions. Specifically, the Foundation has expressed concern with their ability to sustain this growth based on their current allocation of space within the facility, and interest in fulfilling their vision. As a result, during their budget presentation this past fall the Elawa Farm Commission requested that an Ad-Hoc Committee be established to further assess the facility spaces and explore opportunities to resolve space constraints on the Property. In January, The Elawa Ad-Hoc Committee (“Committee”) was formed and is made up of representatives from the City Council, Elawa Farm Commission, Parks and Recreation Board, Elawa Farm Foundation and Milddlefork Homeowners’ Association. The Page 2 Committee has spent the past six months reviewing a tremendous amount of information and data in their assessment of the current activity and use of the site, tenant needs and operations, and operational or capital limitations affecting them. Identifying and implementing a sustainable and innovative framework for providing efficient adjacent space for the tenants commensurate with resident and community expectations is a very complex issue that must be deliberated methodically, transparently and with the cooperation of various stakeholder groups who have interest in the Property. Toward this end, the Committee believes that meaningful and enduring strategies will need to be both short-term and long-term in nature.  Short-Term Strategies: With the increased use of the facility, discussion regarding the scheduling of spaces within the facility and coordinating schedules among the Tenants will be important. A major challenge exists with the space adjacency issue between the WDC exhibit areas and Hay Barn, which is the largest rental space managed by the Foundation. Due to activities between 10am and 4pm most days of the week, renting the Hay Barn has been a challenge for the Foundation. Secondly, more efficient communication among Tenants and adjacent property owners should be explored. This could be the use of a more robust event tracking or scheduling platform so that neighbors will be better informed of activities taking place at the facility, as well as, the Foundation having a better tracking mechanism to account for site activity.  Intermediate Strategies: While the facility potential engages in scheduling or programmatic adjustments among the Tenants, steps should be taken to review and examine the governance structure and oversight of the facility, including but not limited to the following. 1) Consolidation of Elawa Farm Commission and Elawa Farm Foundation Board, 2) Evaluation of operating agreement or other third-party agreements on the site, and 3) Review and potential amendment to the Master Plan and Special Use Permit as it relates to these activities.  Long-Term Strategies: As the Tenants’ use of the facility and popularity of Elawa Farm continue to grow, the City should discuss a long-term strategy for how the needs of each organization can be better met. As evident in the results of the space needs analysis study, there is a significant deficiency of space available to meet the existing operational demands of these organizations. The study has provided conceptual options for expansion on the Property in order to better address the current and potential future needs of each organization. This long-term approach, which aims to identify how both users of Elawa Farm can better serve their users and the surrounding community, will require additional study. PARK AND RECREATION BOARD ACTION: The Elawa Farm Ad-Hoc Committee is seeking Park and Recreation Board consideration and support for a preferred long-term strategy for addressing the operational and capital needs of the Elawa Farm facility. (Approval by Motion is requested). ELAWA FARM UTILIZATION REVIEW & FUTURE SPACE ALLOCATION STUDY A Report by the Elawa Farm Ad-Hoc Committee June 2017 Overview of Presentation •History / Timeline of Elawa Farm •Ad-Hoc Committee Purpose & Goals •Space Needs Analysis Summary •Current Space Utilization Review •Critical Issues •Potential Approaches •Opportunities & Recommendations History of Elawa Farm 1998 City purchases 16 acres of land 1999 City sponsored a visioning session for the Community to discuss future direction of the facility 2000 Elawa Farm Executive Steering Committee established to develop mission and goals 2002 Elawa Farm Commission established in April and Elawa Farm Foundation established in November 2006 Ad-Hoc Committee Formed Special Use Permit was granted for the Garden Market 2010 Special Use Permit and Master Plan for Elawa Farm adopted 2014 City and Elawa Farm Foundation enter into a 33- year Operating Agreement to manage the day-to-day operations of the facility 2003 Phase 1 Restoration completed. 2008 Phase 2 Restoration completed Timeline of Tenants at Elawa Farm 2000 2005 2010 2015 School District 67 (2009 – 2014) Lake Forest Open Lands (2012 – 2016) Elawa Garden Stewards Garden Stewards (2006 – 2010) Wildlife Discovery Center (2002 – Present) Elawa Farm Foundation (2008 – Present) Elawa Farm Tenant Activity Growth 1Programs count includes total cumulative instances of activities, not number of unique programs 2014 2015 2016 Elawa Farm Foundation Programs1 112 149 128 Rentals 83 105 122 Market 72 50 53 Wedding 15 19 20 Special Event 4 2 3 Sub-Total 286 325 326 Wildlife Discovery Center Field Trips/Large Groups 105 95 149 Birthday Parties 21 27 23 Classes/Education/Camp 25 19 27 Special Event/Meeting 3 4 6 Sub-Total 154 145 205 Total 440 470 531 Ad-Hoc Committee Purpose & Goals •Understand governance structure and operational demands of the facility as a whole •Understand the current space utilization at Elawa Farm •Understand existing operating and space adjacency constraints within the facility •Explore space allocation, expansion, or on-site reconfiguration of tenants “Undertake a space capacity and facility utilization assessment of the Elawa Farm Facility and recommend a long-term sustainable framework for tenant space allocation” SPACE NEEDS ANALYSIS SUMMARY Andy Dogan, Senior Project Manager/Associate Williams Architects •Established 1974 •Based in Itasca with offices in Chicago and Columbus, OH •Specialists in planning and design of public facilities including recreation facilities, nature centers, municipal facilities, libraries, and clubhouse facilities •Acquired PHN Architects in 2014 (completed City’s ADA Audit/Transition Plan in 2012) •Completed several projects in Highland Park, Glenview, Wilmette, Northbrook, and Northfield, and for NSSRA Williams Architects Background Information Study Methodology •Toured site to become familiar with existing conditions and current space utilization •Interviewed Executive Director of Elawa Farm Foundation & 3 representatives of Wildlife Discovery Center / Parks & Rec. •Utilized nationally recognized standards and codes to determine space needs •International Building Code •AIA Graphic Standards •International Facility Management Association Space and Project Management Benchmarks Existing Space Utilization Space Type Existing Space Elawa Farm Foundation Spaces Requiring Support 5,645 SF Elawa Farm Foundation Support Spaces 1,282 SF Wildlife Discovery Center Spaces Requiring Support 3,047 SF Wildlife Discovery Center Support Spaces 598 SF Common Area Space 2,437 SF Total 13,009 SF Current Space Constraints and Conflicts Elawa Farm Foundation (EFF) •Lacks sufficient dedicated office and meeting space •Challenging organization of rental and use spaces •Insufficient and difficult access to storage •Acoustic and privacy concerns Wildlife Discovery Center (WDC) •Exhibits and support are spread out throughout facility •No “visitor center” or central office •Severe space shortage for employee/office use •Limited facilities for animal care/isolation •Insufficient storage •Inadequate exhaust/ventilation system and inappropriate surfaces for use areas Space Type Existing Space Required Space Elawa Farm Foundation – Spaces Requiring Support 5,645 SF 5,645 SF Elawa Farm Foundation – Support Spaces 1,282 SF 1,550 SF Wildlife Discovery Center – Spaces Requiring Support 3,047 SF 3,047 SF Wildlife Discovery Center – Support Spaces 598 SF 2,215 SF Common Space 2,437 SF 2,437 SF Total Space 13,009 SF 14,894 SF Elawa Farm Foundation Space Surplus/(Deficit) (268 SF) Wildlife Discovery Center Space Surplus/(Deficit) (1,617 SF) Total Space Surplus/(Deficit) (1,885 SF) Space Needs Analysis Summary Potential Approaches – Concept 1 Major Re-Organization with Some Additional Space •Advantages: •Creates additional, contiguous space for both organizations, addressing space needs •Creates additional space and amenities for EFF operations and improves adjacencies •Creates program and storage space for EFF closer to offices and new indoor market space •Separates WDC and EFF functions •Disadvantages: •Partial loss of existing outdoor event space from addition •Exchange of spaces would be a complex undertaking (phasing) •Cost/complexity of adding space to the west building. •Approximate Construction Cost Range: •Renovation: $1,600,000 - $1,800,000 •New Building: $500,000 - $600,000 •Total Cost: $2,100,000 - $2,400,000 •Approximate Const. Duration: •8-10 months •Advantages: •Creates additional, purpose built space for both organizations •Allows growth of programming and revenue-generating events for both organizations •Disadvantages: •Loss of existing outdoor event space from new WDC building •Cost of renovation and new construction •Complexity and historical sensitivity required in design and construction. Much more detailed study would be required for this approach •Approximate Construction Cost Range: •Renovation: $1,400,000 - $1,600,000 •New Building: Requires additional study. Preliminary estimate for this type of structure would be $600/sq. ft., or $3,300,000 •Total Cost: $4,700,000+ •Approximate Const. Duration: •12-14 months Potential Approaches – Concept 2 Major Re-Organization with Major Additional Space •Discussion/Questions •Concepts are intended to be starting points for discussion, not “full designs” •More design & engineering study is needed to fully validate any specific approach and estimated costs (particularly those involving addition of new space) Next Steps OPPORTUNITIES & RECOMMENDATIONS •Status Quo •Modify Tenant Services or Activities •Stakeholder communication and accountability •Seek Operational Improvements •Review/Modify Tenant Adjacencies and Space Allocation •Evaluate Governance Structure and Facility Oversight •Other? Opportunities for Further Discussion •Short-term Strategies: •Identify operational modifications for scheduling of programs and activities •Develop more proactive calendar sharing and coordination among tenants •Develop accurate event and activity reporting •Intermediate Strategies: •Evaluate governance and oversight of the facility (e.g. Agreements), reevaluate existing agreements •Review and modify Special Use Permit and Master Plan for the site •Long-Term Strategies: •Pursue opportunities for expanding space for both users on the site Recommendations to Consider Ad-Hoc Committee Report (June) Elawa Master Plan Review (July – August) Master Plan Adoption (October) Agreement Modifications (2018) Capital Planning (TBA) •Elawa Farm Commission •Parks and Recreation Board •Facilitated by the City and the Elawa Farm Commission •Zoning Board of Appeals •Property & Public Lands Committee •City Council •Operating Agreement •WDC Use Agreement •Feasibility Study •Outreach Campaign Next Steps QUESTIONS SUBJECT: Open Lands Park Enhancement Project Update PRESENTED BY: Joe Mobile, Superintendent of Recreation (810-3941) PURPOSE AND ACTION REQUESTED: Staff is providing a status update to the Park and Recreation Board on the Open Lands Park enhancement project. BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: The Open Lands Park was acquired by The City of Lake Forest through a land swap agreement with Open Lands Association in January of 2016. At which time the City took ownership of the property and Staff began to look at the enhancement of the existing space. A project team was established and a project plan was created identifying the mission and objectives of the project. The mission of this project is to develop a passive, open space which serves as a gateway park and leads residents and visitors into the Lake Forest Central Business District. The main objective of the project is to develop a comprehensive Master Plan for the Park that will identify opportunities to achieve a balance between the recreational use and the protection and interpretation of the cultural, natural and scenic resources of the park. As an initial phase of the project, staff hosted several events at the park during the summer months of 2016 to introduce the newly acquired space to the community. These events provided staff the opportunity to gather feedback and ideas for the space moving forward. Over the fall and spring months, staff has held several meetings for discussion on the enhancement of the space. These discussions will continue over the next few weeks with a proposed design plan being developed. Staff will engage our residents through a public visioning process later this summer to receive their feedback regarding the park space. The final design of the park should be complete by late spring 2018. PARKS & RECREATION BOARD ACTION: No action at this time – Information only SUBJECT: Master Park Use Policy Update PRESENTED BY: Joe Mobile, Superintendent of Recreation (810-3941) PURPOSE AND ACTION REQUESTED: Staff is seeking approval for updates to the Master Park Use Policy. BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: The Master Park Use Policy was created in 2010 in efforts to provide City of Lake Forest residents with a more comprehensive, user friendly program that could be used more effectively. This new format provided a detailed description of the policy and of our parks and facilities that allows for a more appropriate and educated decision when Lake Forest residents are looking for a venue for their events. The detailed format also allows staff to better inform and direct potential renters to the facility that is most appropriate for their desired use. The policy was last adopted by the Parks and Recreation Board on January 10, 2012 and then approved by City Council on January 17, 2012. Policy Format (unchanged) 1. Park/Beach Rules & Regulations a. Athletic Field Rental Policy 2. Park/Beach Rental Fees 3. Thor Guard Lightning System 4. Emergency Guidelines 5. Park Amenities Grid 6. Individual Park/Beach Operational Policies a. Park History b. Prohibited Activities c. Amenities As the needs of the community have evolved over the past five years it was time to review the Master Park Use Policy and update it for current times. Staff has reviewed the policy and is recommending some minor updates. The format will remain the same with the updates reflecting the change in the Athletic Field Rental Policy as well as changes to the individual Park pages to reflect current rules and regulations. Updates 1. Amend Rules and Regulations a. Deerpath Lights b. Beach Parking passes with rentals 2. Amend the Athletic Field Usage Policy 3. Amend the current contact information 4. Amend the location of Thor Guard 5. Amend Individual Park Operational Policies a. Prohibited Activities b. Athletic Field Amenities Attachment: Master Park Use Policy with recommended updates PARKS & RECREATION BOARD ACTION: Approval of the updates to the Master Park Use Policy LLaakkee FFoorreesstt PPaarrkkss && RReeccrreeaattiioonn PPAARRKK UUSSEE PPOOLLIICCIIEESS 440000 HHaassttiinnggss RRooaadd 884477--223344--66770000 Table of Contents Park Rules and Regulations ..................................................................................... 1 Thor Guard Breakdown - Lightning Prediction System .......................................... 6 What To Do In An Emergency? .............................................................................. 7 Park Amenities ......................................................................................................... 9 Individual Parks Deerpath Community Park .............................................................................. 10 Townline Community Park ............................................................................. 12 Elawa Park ....................................................................................................... 14 Everett Park ..................................................................................................... 16 Northcroft Park ................................................................................................ 18 South Park ....................................................................................................... 20 Waveland Park ................................................................................................ 22 West Park ........................................................................................................ 24 Forest Park Beach ............................................................................................ 26 Park Rules and Regulations \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 1 Pavilion Rentals Overview Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department has a pavilion located in every park except for Waveland and Deerpath Parks. The Recreation Center serves as a shelter at Deerpath Park if needed. At Forest Park Beach, Lake Forest residents may reserve Forest Park Bluff, the Boat Launch Pavilion, the South Pavilion and the Fire Circle. The North Pavilion must remain open to all and may not be reserved as it operates on a first-come first-serve basis. The pavilions in the parks and at the beach can be rented for private parties, meetings, and special occasions by Lake Forest residents, Lake Forest bBusinesses, and Community Organizations when they are not being used for Recreation Department programs. Commercial profit-generating events are not allowed. Non-residents may not reserve the pavilions. Pavilions may not be rented when in conflict with public activities. Each pavilion is unique, with most having bathroom facilities, picnic tables and outdoor grills (patrons must supply their own charcoal). The Northcroft, Elawa, Townline and Forest Park Beach pavilions have fireplaces and wood is supplied weekly by The City of Lake Forest. Any organized sports group of 15 or more participants wishing to use a field for a single use must acquire a permit through the Recreation Department. For athletic seasons, organized sports groups must submit a separate Athletic Field Use permit application for consideration. Pavilion Hours Pavilions and sports fields may be rented from 8:00 a.m. until dusk, seven days per week. All park pavilion rentals may be reserved for periods of six (6) hours while Forest Park Beach pavilions have a four (4) hour limit. Northcroft Park pavilion is rentable year round and may be rented after dark with additional approval. A key for lights can be obtained between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at the Recreation Center, on the last business day prior to the event and must be returned the first business day after the event. There is a $50 deposit required to pick up the key. Deerpath Park has lights and may be rented, at an additional charge, at night with the approval of the Director of Parks and Recreation. Pavilion Rules and Regulations Patrons will receive a complete set of rules specific to the pavilion they wish to rent after the rental form is submitted and the rental fee is paid. Deposits are required and patrons are expected to leave the site in the same condition as it was found. Patrons are responsible for removing any streamers, banners, and balloons, and for making sure all the trash is placed in the appropriate receptacles. Please recycle! Please be advised that alcohol requires a separate permit obtained through City Hall. NO ALCOHOL IS PERMITTED AT FOREST PARK BEACH AT ANY TIME. Live music and DJ’s are allowed with additional approval from the Recreation StaffSuperintendent of Recreation and must provide a certificate of insurance naming The City of Lake Forest as an additional insured. Dogs are allowed in the parks but must be Park Rules and Regulations \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 2 leashed and all waste cleaned up after. DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED AT FOREST PARK BEACH. Pavilion Reservations Schedule The Pavilion rental season is from February 1st through October 31st, except for Northcroft Park which is available for rental year round. Permit applications are accepted beginning February 1st of that calendar year. Reservations must be made in person at the Recreation Center, 400 Hastings Road, Lake Forest at least ten (10) business days in advance of the desired rental date. A park pavilion may be reserved for a maximum of six (6) hours while pavilions at Forest Park Beach may be reserved for a maximum of four (4) hours. Additional hours may be reserved for any Park pavilion (excludes Forest Park Beach) rental for a $25 per hour charge. Forest Park Beach pavilions are not rentable on Holidays. When making the reservation, you will be required to fill out a reservation form and a liability waiver. A litter deposit and rental fee must be paid at the time the reservation is made. Functions conducted on the site must be in accordance with the established rules and regulations, which the patron will receive and sign. Failure to comply with any of the rules or failure to cleanup will result in forfeiture of the litter deposit. Rentals are held rain or shine. No refunds will be given due to inclement weather. Patrons that cancel their reservation a minimum of 48 hours prior to the date of their reservation will receive all of their litter deposit back, plus 50% of their rental fee. Patrons who do not cancel more than 48 hours in advance will receive all of their litter deposit back, but none of their rental fee. Patrons that change their reservation date a minimum of 48 hours prior to the date of their original reservation date may do so free of charge however, those patrons that do not change their reservation a minimum of 48 hours prior to the date must re-submit a permit application, including a new reservation fee (the litter deposit may be transferred). While using the city parks, patrons agree to adhere to the requirements of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). Further, patrons are responsible for compliance with ADA and indemnify The City of Lake Forest for the liability arising out of any patron’s failure to comply with the ADA. Any special request not outlined in the individual park policies shall be submitted in writing at least sixty (60) days prior to the desired reservation date for review by the Director of Parks and Recreation and/or the Park & Recreation Board. The Director and/or the Board shall make the final decision on whether to grant the special request. Any fundraisers or large scale events which take city resources away from their daily operations, as well as events that have a direct impact upon public property, traffic flow in the city or public health and safety are classified as a special event. Special Event Permit Applications are available at City Hall, 255 Deerpath Road and need additional approval. For additional information contact City Hall at 847-810-3675. Park Rules and Regulations \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 3 The City or its employees will not in any way be liable for any clothing, personal belongings, etc. lost or stolen on any Park or Forest Park property. Pavilion Permit Availability – Process - Fees Office Hours All permit applications are available at the Recreation Center for Lake Forest residents and Lake Forest Businesses only. Completed requests may be returned to the Recreation Center during the hours of operation listed below. Patrons may be asked for proof of residency at the time of the request. School Year (October – April): Summer (May – September): Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:305:00 p.m. Sunday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Saturday 8:30 a.m. – 3:305:00 p.m. Hours of Operation Pavilions are available seven (7) days a week when not in conflict with public activities. • Park Pavilions - 8 a.m. until dusk • Forest Park Beach Pavilions - 6 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. (except Holidays) Permit Submittal Written requests must be submitted at least ten (10) business days prior to the date requested. Phone reservations are not accepted. All written requests are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis and are considered tentative until approved by the program Manager. Rental Fees The permit fees listed below include a 6 hour rental for a park pavilion and a 4 hour rental for Forest Park Beach pavilions. Additional hours may be added to a park pavilion rental for an additional fee but not to a beach pavilion rental. Thirty (30) minutes must be left between reservations in order to allow for light maintenance. PARK Regular Permit Cost Not-For-Profit Permit Cost Townline Park $125 $100 Northcroft Park $125 $100 Everett Park $75 $50 South Park $75 $50 West Park $75 $50 Elawa Park $75 $50 Forest Park - Boat $75 $50 Park Rules and Regulations \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 4 The following is a list of additional fees that may be required: ADDITIONS COST (per) Park Pavilion Additional Rental Hour $25 Additional Tables $25 Grills $85 Alcohol Fee (only at specific parks) $150 Litter Deposit (refundable) $150 Key Deposit $50 Forest Park Beach Parking All pavilion rentals at Forest Park Beach include 10 parking passes 15 parking passes that will allow either a resident or non-resident car to park in the lower South parking lot. If a patron needs additional parking passes for their event they can purchase a maximum of 15 additional passes for the upper South parking lot for use during the day and time of their rental. The fee for each additional parking pass is $5.00 apiece. Vehicles with a capacity of twelve (12) passengers or less and a proper permit may park on the beach level. Vehicles with a capacity greater than 12 passengers may drop passengers on the upper level of Forest Park but may not park there or on the beach level. Not Allowed at Any Park Smoking, weddings, golf, or off-road motorized vehicle riding is prohibited at all of the parks and at Forest Park Beach. Dogs are also prohibited at the lower level of the Forest Park Beach facility as well. Allowed with Additional Approval Amplified music, live music, and DJs are allowed only with additional approval by the Superintendent of Recreation. Fires are allowed only in the fireplaces. Please see the Individual Park information pages for other restrictions pertaining to the specific park. Athletic Field usage by local athletic associations is allowed with additional approval. All organizations must complete and submit the Athletic League User Fee permit to be considered for athletic field use. Forest Park - South $75 $50 No Pavilion Deerpath Park $125 $100 Waveland Park $75 $50 Forest Park – Bluff $75 $50 Forest Park – Fire Circle $75 $50 Park Rules and Regulations \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 5 Athletic League User Fee Policy The athletic league user fee policy was established by the Parks and Recreation Department and the Parks and Recreation Board to permit the use of our fields by non-Recreation Department organizations and to offset the increasing maintenance costs with user fees. These user fees were established to cover all direct variable costs associated with the special use of the parks by the various athletic associations. The athletic associations fall into one of three rental tiers based on specific qualifications. To be eligible to rent fields, the requesting group must be comprised of at least four teams and not be in conflict with existing City programs. Single teams are not eligible to rent fields. All athletic associations must also meet the established residency rate as wellrequirements stated in the Athletic League User Fee Policy. By submitting the completed permit application, the athletic association will assume any and all risks associated with their special use in the City parks. For more information please obtain a copy of the full Athletic League User Fee Policy. Contact Information CCiirrccuummssttaanncceess mmaayy aarriissee wwhheerree yyoouu nneeeedd ttoo rreeaacchh cciittyy ssttaaffff.. LLiisstteedd bbeellooww aarree tthhee mmaaiinn ccoonnttaacctt nnuummbbeerrss.. Lake Forest Recreation Center 847-234-6700 Sports Field Contact 847-810-3945 Parks Maintenance 847-810-3566 Superintendent of Parks 847-810-3565 Superintendent of Recreation 847-810-39423941 Superintendent of Special Facilities 847-810-3930 Police Non-Emergency 847-234-2601 Recreation Hotline 847-234-6702 Emergency 911 On behalf of Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department, we appreciate your patronage and hope you enjoy the use of our beautiful parks and all of the amenities they offer. Please come visit us again soon! Park Rules and Regulations \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 6 Thor Guard Lightning Prediction System The City of Lake Forest has installed the “Thor Guard Lightning Prediction System” at most of our parks. Refer to specific park guidelines for actual locations. The system predicts strikes by measuring electrostatic charges on the ground and in the air. This system is also in place at Deerpath Golf course in Lake Forest. When the system predicts lightning in the area, a 15-second warning horn will sound. Depending upon weather conditions the warning horn may be heard within a two-block radius. Anyone who hears the horn must seek shelter immediately in a building or a hard-top vehicle. All activities at the parks must stop when the horn sounds. After the danger is reduced, an all-clear signal of three short horn blasts will sound. A strobe light will also flash until the danger has passed. The system will be active daily April 1st through October 31st, 7:00 am to 10:00 pm. Nevertheless, we ask all patrons to use common sense when they hear thunder and/or observe lightning in the area and proceed to a safe location. According to the National Weather Service, each year about 400 people in the United States are struck by lightning while involved in outdoor activities. Because lightning travels in the atmosphere it can strike even on a sunny day. The Parks and Recreation Department believes installing the Thor Guard Lightning Prediction System will benefit the whole community. For more information about the Thor Guard Lightning Prediction System, visit www.thorguard.com or call Superintendent of Parks & Forestry, Chuck Myers at (847) 810-3565. The Thor Guard Lightning Prediction System are installed at the following parks: > Deerpath Community Park > Everett Park > Northcroft Park > Townline Community Park > Waveland Park > South Park > West Park > Forest Park Beach South, West and Elawa Parks does not have the Thor Guard Lightning Prediction System at this time. In all cases, patrons must be aware of weather and weather changes and follow the rules outlined in this manual, which patrons are required to read. Failure to follow these rules will result in losing the ability to use the parks and facilities in the future and forfeiture of the litter deposit. Park Rules and Regulations \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 7 What to do in an Emergency?? Weather changes can occur with little to no warning and therefore it is critical you are aware of the surroundings at all times. Please read carefully the information below. If you have any questions or concerns, contact Chuck Myers at (847) 810-3565 Thunderstorms and lightning When there is heavy rain and lightning you must leave the field, playground, sand and lake immediately. If this is during a practice, cancel the practice. Tornadoes – outside practice or game When the tornado sirens sound, please take your team to the closest secure location. Make sure that no one is left behind. Tornadoes and fires – inside practice or game Before your first practice or game, make sure you locate and read the building’s procedures for fires and tornadoes. They are located on the interior walls of the facility. Nearest phone, exit, and entrance When practicing and playing indoors, please locate the nearest phone, exit, and entrance in the facility. IINNDDIIVVIIDDUUAALL PPAARRKK PPOOLLIICCIIEESS Park Rules and Regulations \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 9 Park Amenities Parks Location Acre SizePavilionsParking SpacesGrillsPlay EquipmentTables Rest RoomsPondBall FieldsBasketball StandardsTennis Courts Soccer FieldsBleacher SetsIce SkatingGolf Driving RangesWalk & TrailsBuena Park Old Elm at Buena 8.20 Deerpath Community Park 400 Hastings Rd.25.60 *138 **4 6 *** Deerpath Park Golf Course 500 West Deerpath 145.00 **** Elawa Park Middlefork at Jensen 16.01 *38 1 *10 1 *** Everett Park 1191 Everett School Rd.16.99 *118 1 *10 **1 *5 *** Forest Park Beach 801 N. Lake Road 29.72 ******* Meadowood Park Lexington Dr. & Concord Dr.7.74 Nature Preserve Sheridan Rd. North of Army Base 61.61 * Northcroft Park 1365 South Ridge Rd.30.11 *58 1 *10 *1 2 *** South Park 150 South Maywood Rd.12.05 *4 1 *10 *2 *2 ** Townline Community Park 1555 W Kennedy Road 35.00 *200 1 *10 **2 *** Triangle Park Corners of Walnut, Washington & Deerpath 4.07 * Waveland Park 600 South Waveland Rd.23.40 70 1 *10 **2 *3 *** West Park 850 Summit Ave.8.24 *46 1 *10 *1 *4 ** * Amenity included Deerpath Community Park Operational Policy \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 10 Deerpath Community Park, located just west of the Recreation Center, was the first community park in Lake Forest. The Deerpath Park property was purchased by the City of Lake Forest from the school in 1962. This park was designed for large events. Deerpath ball fields are the only lighted fields in the City’s park system. In the event of inclement weather conditions, you must follow the rules outlined in the Thorguard Lightning Detection System regulations. Failure to follow these rules will result in you losing the ability to use the park in the future and forfeiture of your litter deposit. Activities prohibited in the park include, but are not limited to the following: • Alcohol, without permit • Smoking • Weddings • Camping • Tents, unless approval by the City of Lake Forest • Peddlers of merchandise or food, unless approved by the City of Lake Forest • Open fires Please contact the Recreation Department @ 847-234-6700 if you have questions. Activities allowed: Tennis The tennis courts are designed for tennis use only. No in line skating, skateboards, dark sole shoes, unattended children or animals are allowed on the courts. Next play will be determined by the hanging racquet method. If all the courts are full the next in line hangs his/her racquet on the hook closet to the entrance to signify they are next to play. Patrons are required to clean up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the courts. Baseball The baseball fields located in our parks are open for general public use when not in conflict with Lake Forest Recreation Department programs or scheduled by local renting organizations. Lake Forest Recreation Department programs and the schedules of the renting organizations take precedence to public use. Teams playing organized sports on these fields need to consist of 67% Lake Forest Residents per themust obtain a permit through the ‘Athletic Field Rental Policy’. At no time are the fields to be maintained or mowed by anyone other than Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department staff. Teams are responsible for picking up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the fields. Football/Soccer/Lacrosse (grid fields) Periodically, lined fields are placed in our parks for various local athletic organization’s needs. These fields are for the primary use of these organizations. However, they are open for the general public use when not scheduled by the renting organizations. Lake Forest Recreation Department programs and the schedules of the renting organizations take precedence to public use. Teams playing organized sports on these fields need to consist of 67% Lake Forest Residents per themust obtain a permit through the ‘Athletic Field Rental Policy’. No goal posts shall be erected on the property without prior approval from the Parks and Recreation Department staff. Teams are responsible for picking up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the fields. Cause for voiding a permit: Deerpath Community Park Operational Policy \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 11 Any disorderly conduct or violation of any ordinance or regulation of the City shall be just cause for immediately voiding permit and may cause the future denial of a permit and arrest by a police officer. Townline Community Park Operational Policy \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 12 Townline Park, located at Academy Drive and Old Bridge Lane along Route 60, is one of two community parks in Lake Forest. It was purchased by the City of Lake Forest in 1995 and officially opened in 2009. It is designed to handle multiple and large events. Community parks are places that serve the general community and not just individual neighborhoods. Sporting events and community activities are allowed at this park. There is room for the individual who wants to fly a kite or throw a frisbee or just walk the trail. At present, there is no playground at this park. In the event of inclement weather conditions, you must follow the rules outlined in the Thor Guard Lightning Detection System regulations. Failure to follow these rules will result in the loss of the ability to use the park in the future and you will forfeit your litter deposit Activities prohibited in the park include, but are not limited to the following: • Alcohol, without permit • Smoking • Weddings • Swimming • Ice Skating • Camping • Tents, unless approval by the City of Lake Forest • Peddlers of merchandise or food, unless approved by the City of Lake Forest • Open fires Please contact the Recreation Department @ 847-234-6700 if you have questions. Activities allowed: Baseball The baseball fields located in our parks are open for general public use when not in conflict with Lake Forest Recreation Department programs or scheduled by local renting organizations. Lake Forest Recreation Department programs and the schedules of the renting organizations take precedence to public use. Teams playing organized sports on these fields must obtain a permit through the need to consist of 67% Lake Forest Residents per the ‘Athletic Field Rental Policy’. At no time are the fields to be maintained or mowed by anyone other than Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department staff. Teams are responsible for picking up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the fields. Football/Soccer/Lacrosse (grid fields) Periodically, lined fields are placed in our parks for various local athletic organization’s needs. These fields are for the primary use of these organizations. However, they are open for the general public use when not scheduled by the renting organizations. Lake Forest Recreation Department programs and the schedules of the renting organizations take precedence to public use. Teams playing organized sports on these fields must obtain a permit through theneed to consist of 67% Lake Forest Residents per the ‘Athletic Field Rental Policy’. No goal posts shall be erected on the property without prior approval from the Parks and Recreation Department staff. Teams are responsible for picking up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the fields. Cause for voiding a permit: Any disorderly conduct or violation of any ordinance or regulation of the City shall be just cause for immediately voiding permit and may cause the future denial of a permit and arrest by a police officer. Elawa Park Operational Policy \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 13 Elawa Park, located at 1401 Middle Fork Drive, was designed to be a neighborhood park. It was purchased by the City of Lake Forest in 1998 and is to be used by the general public for events such as; small sporting events, picnics, social gatherings, kite flying, frisbee and playground for school age children 12 years of age and under. There is no lightning detection system. Coaches and patrons need to use their judgment in storm or situations where there is lightning. Activities prohibited in the park include, but are not limited to the following: • Alcohol, without permit • Smoking • Weddings • Swimming • Camping • Tents, unless approval by the City of Lake Forest • Peddlers of merchandise or food, unless approved by the City of Lake Forest • Small solid fuel rockets – i.e., Estes rockets • Loud speaker, public address system or amplifiers may be used Please contact the Recreation Department @ 847-234-6700 if you have questions. Activities allowed: Baseball Elawa Park does not have a baseball field but does have a small backstop, which is open for general public use when not in conflict with Lake Forest Recreation Department programs or scheduled by local renting organizations. Lake Forest Recreation Department programs and the schedules of the renting organizations take precedence to public use. Teams playing organized sports on these fields must obtain a permit through the need to consist of 67% Lake Forest Residents per the ‘Athletic Field Rental Policy’. At no time are the fields to be maintained or mowed by anyone other than Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department staff. Teams are responsible for picking up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the fields. Football/Soccer/Lacrosse (grid fields) Periodically, lined fields are placed in our parks for various local athletic organization’s needs. These fields are for the primary use of these organizations. However, they are open for the general public use when not scheduled by the renting organizations. Lake Forest Recreation Department programs and the schedules of the renting organizations take precedence to public use. Teams playing organized sports on these fields must obtain a permit through the need to consist of 67% Lake Forest Residents per the ‘Athletic Field Rental Policy’. No goal posts shall be erected on the property without prior approval from the Parks and Recreation Department staff. Teams are responsible for picking up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the fields. Cause for voiding a permit: Any disorderly conduct or violation of any ordinance or regulation of the City shall be just cause for immediately voiding permit and may cause the future denial of a permit and arrest by a police officer. Everett Park Operational Policy \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 14 Everett Park is located at 1191 Everett Road and was designed as a neighborhood park attached to a school site. This park was originally purchased by the City of Lake Forest in 1953 and then more land was purchased in 1979 to add to the size of the park. It was designed to be used by the general public for events such as small sporting events, picnics, social gatherings, kite flying, frisbee and playground for children 12 years of age and under. The Everett Park location allows for bounce houses and petting zoos. In the event of inclement weather conditions, you must follow the rules outlined in the Thor Guard Lightning Detection System regulations. Failure to follow these rules will result in losing the ability to use the park in the future and you will forfeit your litter deposit. Activities prohibited in the park include, but are not limited to the following: • Alcohol, without permit • Smoking • Weddings • Camping • Tents, unless approval by the City of Lake Forest • Peddlers of merchandise or food, unless approved by the City of Lake Forest • Small solid fuel rockets – i.e. Estes rockets • Open fires Please contact the Recreation Department @ 847-234-6700 if you have questions. Activities allowed: Tennis The tennis courts are designed for tennis use only. No in line skating, skateboards, dark sole shoes, unattended children or animals are allowed on the courts. Next play will be determined by the hanging racquet method. If all the courts are taken the next in line hangs his/her racquet on the hook closet to the entrance to signify they are next in line for the next available court. Patrons are required to clean up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the courts. Baseball The baseball fields located in our parks are open for general public use when not in conflict with Lake Forest Recreation Department programs or scheduled by local renting organizations. Lake Forest Recreation Department programs and the schedules of the renting organizations take precedence to public use. Teams playing organized sports on these fields must obtain a permit through the need to consist of 67% Lake Forest Residents per the ‘Athletic Field Rental Policy’. At no time are the fields to be maintained or mowed by anyone other than Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department staff. Teams are responsible for picking up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the fields. Football/Soccer/Lacrosse (grid fields) Periodically, lined fields are placed in our parks for various local athletic organization’s needs. These fields are for the primary use of these organizations. However, they are open for the general public use when not scheduled by the renting organizations. Lake Forest Recreation Department programs and the schedules of the renting organizations take precedence to public use. Teams playing organized sports on these fields must obtain a permit through theneed to consist of 67% Lake Forest Residents per the ‘Athletic Field Rental Policy’. No goal posts shall be erected on the property without prior approval from the Parks and Recreation Department staff. Teams are responsible for picking up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the fields. Cause for voiding a permit: Everett Park Operational Policy \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 15 Any disorderly conduct or violation of any ordinance or regulation of the City shall be just cause for immediately voiding permit and may cause the future denial of a permit and arrest by a police officer. Northcroft Park Operational Policy \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 16 Northcroft Park, located at 1365 S. Ridge Road, was designed as a neighborhood park and was purchased by the City of Lake Forest in 1966. It was designed to be used by the general public for events such as; small sporting events, picnics, social gatherings, kite flying and frisbee. The location of Northcroft Park allows for bounce houses, petting zoos and small solid fuel rockets. Campfires are not allowed, however there is a wood burning fire place in the pavilion. Camping is also permitted with approval by the Recreation Department Staff. In the event of inclement weather conditions, you must follow the rules outlined in the Thor Guard Lightning Detection System regulations. Failure to follow these rules will result in losing the ability to use the park in the future and you will forfeit your litter deposit. Activities prohibited in the park include, but are not limited to the following: • Alcohol, without permit • Smoking • Weddings • Tents, unless approval by the City of Lake Forest • Peddlers of merchandise or food, unless approved by the City of Lake Forest • Open fires Please contact the Recreation Department @ 847-234-6700 if you have questions. Activities allowed: Tennis The tennis courts are designed for tennis use. No in line skating, skateboards, dark soled shoes, unattended children or animals are allowed on the courts. Next play will be determined by the hanging racquet method. The next in line for a court hangs their racquet on the hook closet to the entrance. As the next court becomes available, the next racquet in line signifies who plays next. Patrons are required to clean up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the courts. Baseball The baseball fields located in our parks are open for general public use when not in conflict with Lake Forest Recreation Department programs or scheduled by local renting organizations. Lake Forest Recreation Department programs and the schedules of the renting organizations take precedence to public use. Teams playing organized sports on these fields must obtain a permit through the need to consist of 67% Lake Forest Residents per the ‘Athletic Field Rental Policy’. At no time are the fields to be maintained or mowed by anyone other than Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department staff. Teams are responsible for picking up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the fields. Football/Soccer/Lacrosse (grid fields) Periodically, lined fields are placed in our parks for various local athletic organizations’ needs. These fields are for the primary use of these organizations. However, they are open for the general public use when not scheduled by the renting organizations. Lake Forest Recreation Department programs and the schedules of the renting organizations take precedence to public use. Teams playing organized sports on these fields must obtain a permit through the need to consist of 67% Lake Forest Residents per the ‘Athletic Field Rental Policy’. No goal posts shall be erected on the property without prior approval from the Parks and Recreation Department staff. Teams are responsible for picking up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the fields. Cause for voiding a permit Any disorderly conduct or violation of any ordinance or regulation of the City shall be just cause for immediately voiding permit and may cause the future denial of a permit and arrest by a police officer. South Park Operational Policy \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 17 South Park is located at 150 S. Maywood and was designed to be a neighborhood park. It was purchased by the City of Lake Forest in 1929. It is open to the general public for events such as small sporting events, picnics, social gatherings, kite flying, frisbee and a playground for children 12 years of age and under. There are very few parking spaces at South Park, only 4 paved spaces in the lot by the playground. The main road that leads to the back of the park is available for parking, on either side of the gravel drive. There is no lightning detection system. Coaches and patrons need to use their judgment in storm or situations where there is lightning. Activities prohibited in the park include, but are not limited to the following: • Alcohol, without permit • Smoking • Weddings • Camping • Tents, unless approval by the City of Lake Forest • Peddlers of merchandise or food, unless approved by the City of Lake Forest • Petting zoos or bounce houses • Small solid fuel rockets – i.e., Estes rockets • Loud speaker, public address system or amplifiers may be used • Open fires Please contact the Recreation Department @ 847-234-6700 if you have questions. Activities allowed: Tennis The tennis courts are designed for tennis use only. No in- line skating, skateboards, dark soled shoes, unattended children or animals are allowed on the courts. Next play will be determined by the hanging racquet method. The next in line for a court hangs his or her racquet on the hooks closest to the entrance. As the court becomes available, the next racquet in line signifies who plays next. Patrons are required to clean up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the courts. Baseball The baseball fields located in our parks are open for general public use when not in conflict with Lake Forest Recreation Department programs or scheduled by local renting organizations. Lake Forest Recreation Department programs and the schedules of the renting organizations take precedence to public use. Teams playing organized sports on these fields must obtain a permit through the need to consist of 67% Lake Forest Residents per the ‘Athletic Field Rental Policy’. At no time are the fields to be maintained or mowed by anyone other than Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department staff. Teams are responsible for picking up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the fields. Football/Soccer/Lacrosse (grid fields) Periodically, lined fields are placed in our parks for various local athletic organizations needs. These fields are for the primary use of these organizations. However, they are open for the general public use when not scheduled by the renting organizations. Lake Forest Recreation Department programs and the schedules of the renting organizations take precedence to public use. Teams playing organized sports on these fields must obtain a permit through theneed to consist of 67% Lake Forest Residents per the ‘Athletic Field Rental Policy’. No goal posts shall be erected on the property without prior approval from the Parks and Recreation Department staff. Teams are responsible for picking up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the fields. Cause for voiding a permit: South Park Operational Policy \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 18 Any disorderly conduct or violation of any ordinance or regulation of the City shall be just cause for immediately voiding permit and may cause the future denial of a permit and arrest by a police officer. Waveland Park Operational Policy \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 19 Waveland Park, located at 600 S. Waveland Road, is a neighborhood park, purchased by the City of Lake Forest in 1967. The park was designed to be used by the general public for events such as; small sporting events, picnics, social gatherings, kite flying, frisbee and playground for children 12 years of age and under. The Park also offers 3 tennis courts and a basketball court. Waveland is a location that allows for the use of bounce houses and petting zoos. Public washrooms are available; however the building is not available for use by the public. In the event of inclement weather conditions, you must follow the rules outlined in the Thor Guard Lightning Detection System regulations. Failure to follow these rules will result in you losing the ability to use the park in the future and you will forfeit your litter deposit. Activities prohibited in the park include, but are not limited to the following: • Alcohol, without permit • Smoking • Weddings • Swimming • Ice Skating • Camping • Tents, unless approval by the City of Lake Forest • Peddlers of merchandise or food, unless approved by the City of Lake Forest • Small solid fuel rockets – i.e., Estes rockets • Loud speaker, public address system or amplifiers may be used • Open fires Please contact the Recreation Department @ 847-234-6700 if you have questions. Activities allowed: Basketball One full-sized court is available for basketball use. Court use is on a first-come, first serve basis. Hanging on the rims is not allowed. Tennis The tennis courts are designed for tennis use only. No in- line skating skateboards, dark soled shoes, unattended children or animals are allowed on the courts. Next play will be determined by the hanging racquet method. The next in line for a court hangs his or her racquet on the hooks closest to the entrance. As the court becomes available, the next racquet in line signifies who plays next. Patrons are required to clean up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the courts. Baseball The baseball fields located in our parks are open for general public use when not in conflict with Lake Forest Recreation Department programs or scheduled by local renting organizations. Lake Forest Recreation Department programs and the schedules of the renting organizations take precedence to public use. Teams playing organized sports on these fields must obtain a permit through theneed to consist of 67% Lake Forest Residents per the ‘Athletic Field Rental Policy’. At no time are the fields to be maintained or mowed by anyone other than Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department staff. Teams are responsible for picking up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the fields. Football/Soccer/Lacrosse (grid fields) Periodically, lined fields are placed in our parks for various local athletic organization’s needs. These fields are for the primary use of these organizations. However, they are open for the general public use when not scheduled by the renting organizations. Lake Forest Recreation Department programs and the schedules of the renting organizations take precedence to public use. Teams playing organized sports on these fields must obtain a permit through theneed to consist of 67% Lake Forest Residents per the ‘Athletic Field Rental Policy’. No goal posts shall be erected on the property without prior approval from the Parks and Recreation Department staff. Teams are responsible for picking up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the fields. Waveland Park Operational Policy \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 20 Cause for voiding a permit: Any disorderly conduct or violation of any ordinance or regulation of the City shall be just cause for immediately voiding permit and may cause the future denial of a permit and arrest by a police officer. West Park Operational Policy \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 21 West Park is located at 850 N. Summit. It was designed to be a neighborhood park. The park was constructed in 1923 and is designed to be used by the general public for small sporting events such as, picnics, social gatherings, kite flying, frisbee and in the winter ice skating and hockey. West Park is one of our oldest parks and it also hosts Lake Forest Days every August. Total parking for the site is 46 spaces and 2 handicap parking spaces. Parking in the triangle, north of the park is not allowed without special permission from the Parks and Recreation Department. There is no lightning detection system. Coaches and patrons need to use their judgment in storm or situations where there is lightning. Activities prohibited in the park include, but are not limited to the following: • Alcohol, without permit • Smoking • Weddings • Camping • Tents, unless approval by the City of Lake Forest • Peddlers of merchandise or food, unless approved by the City of Lake Forest • Petting zoos • Small solid fuel rockets – i.e., Estes rockets • Open fires Please contact the Recreation Department @ 847-234-6700 if you have questions. Activities allowed: Tennis The tennis courts are designed for tennis use only. No in-line skating, skateboards, dark soled shoes, unattended children or animals are allowed on the courts. Next play will be determined by the hanging racquet method. The next in line for a court hangs his or her racquet on the hooks closest to the entrance. As the court becomes available, the next racquet in line signifies who plays next. Patrons are required to clean up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the courts. Baseball The baseball fields located in our parks are open for general public use when not in conflict with Lake Forest Recreation Department programs or scheduled by local renting organizations. Lake Forest Recreation Department programs and the schedules of the renting organizations take precedence to public use. Teams playing organized sports on these fields must obtain a permit through the need to consist of 67% Lake Forest Residents per the ‘Athletic Field Rental Policy’. At no time are the fields to be maintained or mowed by anyone other than Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department staff. Teams are responsible for picking up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the fields. Football/Soccer/Lacrosse (grid fields) Periodically, lined fields are placed in our parks for various local athletic organizations’ needs. These fields are for the primary use of these organizations. However, they are open for the general public use when not scheduled by the renting organizations. Lake Forest Recreation Department programs and the schedules of the renting organizations take precedence to public use. Teams playing organized sports on these fields must obtain a permit through theneed to consist of 67% Lake Forest Residents per the ‘Athletic Field Rental Policy’. No goal posts shall be erected on the property without prior approval from the Parks and Recreation Department staff. Teams are responsible for picking up after themselves or they will forfeit future use of the fields. Skating/Hockey Skating is provided when the temperature is low enough to build ice. Any act that damages the ice by an individual can result in that individual losing the ability to use the facility. Hockey is only allowed in the hockey rink or in the area just south of the hockey rink. The “open ice” is for general skating; pucks can not be used on the open ice. Skating is at your own risk. The City of Lake Forest and Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department assumes no liability for accidents while skating or playing hockey. Cause for voiding a permit: Any disorderly conduct or violation of any ordinance or regulation of the City shall be just cause for immediately voiding permit and may cause the future denial of a permit and arrest by a police officer. Forest Park Beach Operational Policy \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 22 Forest Park, located at the intersection of Lake and Deerpath Roads, is known to many as the crown jewel of the Lake Forest Parks system. It is undeniably one of the most beautiful beaches on the North Shore. Visitors to this 29+ acre park can enjoy the large beach and grass areas, swimming and other water activities. Forest Park Beach is open year round, with park amenities including sheltered pavilions, a fire circle, playground, a fishing pier, boat launching ramp and storage areas, walking paths and a concession stand open during the summer months. Sailing classes and camps, sailboat and kayak rentalsa Boating Center, volleyball nets, and grills are just some of the amenities available. The boat pavilion and south pavilion are available for Lake Forest residents to rent. The north pavilion is available to use on a first come, first serve basis. The water quality is currently monitored by the Swimcast model and Lake County Health Department. Real time readings are taken daily at 9:00AM and 1:00 PM. On weekends and holidays, there is a $10 daily usage fee for non-residents entering the facility. In the event of inclement weather conditions, you must follow the rules outlined in the Thorguard Lightning Detection System regulations. Failure to follow these rules will result in you losing the ability to use the park in the future and forfeiture of your litter deposit. Activities prohibited in the park include, but are not limited to the following: • Alcohol • Smoking • Weddings • Camping unless it is a Lake Forest Recreation Department sponsored event • Tents • Peddlers of merchandise or food without City approval • Open fires • Kites • Drones • Walking or running on access roads • Bicycles, rollerblades, skateboard, long boards allowed on the lower level of the facility. • Climbing on the rock abetments • Pets on the lower level of the facility • Personal grills • Organized team practices unless they are Lake Forest Recreation sponsored activities • Umbrellas • Hammocks • Glass Containers Please contact the Recreation Department @ 847-234-6700 if you have questions. Activities Allowed: Swimming and other water activities Volleyball Fishing in designated areas Boating PicnicingPicnicking Cause for voiding a permit: Any disorderly conduct or violation of any ordinance or regulation of the City shall be just cause for immediately voiding permit and may cause the future denial of a permit and arrest by a police officer. Forest Park Beach Operational Policy \\lf-mabbatt\shared\Park Board\2017\PRB 2017 0621\Master Park Policies - 6-14-2017.doc 6/16/2017 12:36 PM 23 Adopted by the Parks and Recreation Board [January 10, 2012] Approved by City Council [January 17, 2012]