The park district actually committed to the splash pad project today. I had no idea when I started this that so many people would join in to help get it done. This belongs to all of you who pushed for this change, so please keep an eye on them to …
August 29, 2018
Final supporters
I am interested in gathering support to put a splash pad near willow rec center in North Hoffman Estates. If we act soon before July 19th, we might be able to influence some folks. On July 19th there is supposed to be a hearing for improvements to one of the Lakes in Hoffman Estates. Here is the original response I received from City Hall:
Peter, thank you for the feedback on the comment card that you completed. The park district’s decision making process regarding future capital projects and day-to-day operations are based largely on our Comprehensive Master Plan (CMP). The district completes a new CMP every 5 years with the last plan completed in 2014. The CMP over the past 20+ years has helped enable the district to maintain our existing parks and facilities to our established standards while maintaining an overall healthy financial position. Your inquiry is very intriguing as the park district during the creation of our 2014 CMP identified the need for a splash pad on the north side of Hoffman Estates. However, at the time it was determined that a splash pad was not a high enough priority to be included in the projected capital projects to be funded over the next 5 years.
The district plans to start the planning process to create a new CMP in 2018 and complete the plan in 2019. We will definitely give your suggestion strong consideration as we recognize both the need to repurpose the Safety Town area east of Willow Rec Center as well as adding a splash pad on the north side of Hoffman.
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Reached 100 supporters
July 3, 2018
37 Comments
We have lived in Winston Knowles for 40 years and always wanted a water feature north of the tollway. Our children never had the opportunity to have water fun near their home - maybe our grandchildren will have that chance.
I would love a splash pad closer to the folks north of i90. While it’s nice to have splash pads anywhere, driving little ones so far can cut into fun time with nap schedules.
It's time that Hoffman Est. puts some type of water entertainment for the children who live in North Hoffman. I have lived on both sides of Hoffman most of this time in North side. My children are grown now but I would love to have a splash pad to take the grandchildren. too. We've got the room let's put it to use. I mean you put in a dog park. Why not a splash pad for the younger children. Something families can walk too. I think after 41 years on the North side I have waited long enough for our children to become top priority. We asked for a pool many years ago that didn't happen you built it in South Hoffman. The least you can do is put this Splash Pad at the top of your list for the Children in North Hoffman. I don't think that is asking for too much.
Peter, I applaud your efforts and support it wholeheartedly. As a parent of a 4 year old 26 years ago when the proposal for Seascape came to be we here in the north fought for a share of the recreational spending. Now our daughter has bought a home in the same neighborhood she grew up in with her 4 year old and we still have the same parks, updated slightly but no true recreational outlet. I could rant about the politics of it but will hold back.
This area is an eyesore and I've heard many members of the Winston Knolls Neighborhood Group suggest a splash pad there and I think it's a great idea! There are so many children in this neighborhood, including my own, who would use it constantly. A splash pad anywhere on the North side of Hoffman Estates would be welcome!
I support the idea we need more recreation areas at Noth Hoffmam
great idea!
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The park district actually committed to the splash pad project today. I had no idea when I started this that so many people would join in to help get it done. This belongs to all of you who pushed for this change, so please keep an eye on them to …
August 29, 2018
Final supporters
I am interested in gathering support to put a splash pad near willow rec center in North Hoffman Estates. If we act soon before July 19th, we might be able to influence some folks. On July 19th there is supposed to be a hearing for improvements to one of the Lakes in Hoffman Estates. Here is the original response I received from City Hall:
Peter, thank you for the feedback on the comment card that you completed. The park district’s decision making process regarding future capital projects and day-to-day operations are based largely on our Comprehensive Master Plan (CMP). The district completes a new CMP every 5 years with the last plan completed in 2014. The CMP over the past 20+ years has helped enable the district to maintain our existing parks and facilities to our established standards while maintaining an overall healthy financial position. Your inquiry is very intriguing as the park district during the creation of our 2014 CMP identified the need for a splash pad on the north side of Hoffman Estates. However, at the time it was determined that a splash pad was not a high enough priority to be included in the projected capital projects to be funded over the next 5 years.
The district plans to start the planning process to create a new CMP in 2018 and complete the plan in 2019. We will definitely give your suggestion strong consideration as we recognize both the need to repurpose the Safety Town area east of Willow Rec Center as well as adding a splash pad on the north side of Hoffman.
Updates
Reached 100 supporters
July 3, 2018
37 Comments
A splash pad near Willow Recreation center would be a much better use of space than a weed filled former park. The north side of Hoffman Estates doesn't have any type of water area for children to use on warm days. This would be a great draw to our neighborhood.
We have lived in Winston Knowles for 40 years and always wanted a water feature north of the tollway. Our children never had the opportunity to have water fun near their home - maybe our grandchildren will have that chance.
I would love a splash pad closer to the folks north of i90. While it’s nice to have splash pads anywhere, driving little ones so far can cut into fun time with nap schedules.
It's time that Hoffman Est. puts some type of water entertainment for the children who live in North Hoffman. I have lived on both sides of Hoffman most of this time in North side. My children are grown now but I would love to have a splash pad to take the grandchildren. too. We've got the room let's put it to use. I mean you put in a dog park. Why not a splash pad for the younger children. Something families can walk too. I think after 41 years on the North side I have waited long enough for our children to become top priority. We asked for a pool many years ago that didn't happen you built it in South Hoffman. The least you can do is put this Splash Pad at the top of your list for the Children in North Hoffman. I don't think that is asking for too much.
Peter, I applaud your efforts and support it wholeheartedly. As a parent of a 4 year old 26 years ago when the proposal for Seascape came to be we here in the north fought for a share of the recreational spending. Now our daughter has bought a home in the same neighborhood she grew up in with her 4 year old and we still have the same parks, updated slightly but no true recreational outlet. I could rant about the politics of it but will hold back.
This area is an eyesore and I've heard many members of the Winston Knolls Neighborhood Group suggest a splash pad there and I think it's a great idea! There are so many children in this neighborhood, including my own, who would use it constantly. A splash pad anywhere on the North side of Hoffman Estates would be welcome!
I support the idea we need more recreation areas at Noth Hoffmam
great idea!
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A splash pad near Willow Recreation center would be a much better use of space than a weed filled former park. The north side of Hoffman Estates doesn't have any type of water area for children to use on warm days. This would be a great draw to our neighborhood.