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Highlights of 2024!

View this short video of Park District highlights from 2024!


Stay tuned for the detailed 2024 Year In Review, coming soon.

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Next Parks Project: Pleasant Hill Park

Exciting Updates for Pleasant Hill Park!

The District has been awarded a $600,000 OSLAD grant to support the $1.2 million renovation of Pleasant Hill Park! This project is a collaborative effort with Community School District 200, as Pleasant Hill Elementary School, which borders the park, is contributing $250,000 to the improvements. Since students use the park regularly, this partnership is a great example of governmental cooperation in service to our shared community.


The soon-to-be new and improved Pleasant Hill Park will feature:

✅ 6 pickleball courts with divider fencing and a spectator area

✅ 2 basketball half courts

✅ Upgraded playground with play structures for ages 2-5 and 5-12, swings, and challenge course equipment

✅ Bag toss courts and a multi-sport game table seating area

✅ Repaved parking lot with 29 spaces (including 2 ADA spots)

✅ New concrete and asphalt paths for improved accessibility

✅ Rain garden with native plantings and enhanced landscaping

✅ Portable restroom with enclosure


Stay tuned for updates as we bring these exciting improvements to life!

Simkus Recreation Center Gym

🏀🏐🎾 Check out the freshly refinished Simkus Gym Floor! ✨

Not only is it clean and bright, but it’s also designed with kids and sports in mind!


  • Red lines: Perfect for short-court basketball games for younger players.
  • Black lines: Full-court basketball for bigger games.
  • Yellow lines: Volleyball and dodgeball fun!
  • Green lines: Pickleball for all ages.


Some damaged boards were repaired so the floor is ready for action!


See Photos of Pre-K Basketball Games from Feb 1 on Simkus Court 2

Park District Strategic Plan

On January 28, managerial staff met with a facilitator from Northern Illinois University’s Center for Governmental Studies for an introductory session on the next Strategic Plan, briefly discussing initial goals. A strategic plan sets priorities, defines goals, and outlines a roadmap for an organization’s future direction and success. In preparation for the next meeting in mid-February, which will include the Park District Board of Commissioners, staff received a worksheet to help define short- and long-term goals. This next session will focus on developing these goals further, considering key factors such as the Park District’s mission, stakeholder input, accomplishments, and SWOC analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Challenges). More to come!

Community Coat Drive ends Feb 28

More Info & Drop-off Locations

Community Wide Food Drive

We have received over 1,000 pounds in food donations from the public since we started in late September!

Learn more

Foundation Fundraiser

Help us keep programs affordable, transportation reliable, and fun possible by donating today!

Bus Fundraiser

Join us with your dogs at the Bark Park!

Attention - Carol Stream resident dogs must still be licensed through the Village. Go to 500 N. Gary Ave to get your dog licensed.


Activities for All Ages

Spring guide out Feb 19!

Browse The Winter Guide
Adult Winter Trips 2025
Sports Winter Guide 2025

Travel to Nashville with us! Spots are filling

fast - sign up today!

Are you playing Pickleball yet? If not, we can make that happen!

Deals, Dates, Discounts & Discoveries Await!

Fitness Center Promotions

starting Feb 19

Thank you to our

Youth Winter Sports Sponsors!

If you have a question, give us a call at 630-784-6100 or email us at info@csparks.org. Browse our website csparks.org or friend us on Facebook to stay up to date on the latest news and events.
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