Discover the benefits by calling 749-4900. General Services and Facilities The North Berwyn Park District offers quality services, which cover a wide variety of activities for all age groups. Different program areas include:
The North Berwyn Park District is operated by professionally trained staff. The executive director, as well as full-time program supervisors, have received advanced degrees, at minimum, in recreation administration or related fields from accredited universities. Full-time staff oversee all agency operations and train part-time program staff in specific areas of responsibility. All agency staff receive continuing education within their field of expertise. Community Planning The agency determines future planning through several different methods. Strategic Planning retreats are undertaken every three years which provides the opportunity for residents, board members, and staff to brainstorm ideas and develop a three year blueprint which guides agency operations. Opportunities and threats created by the internal and external environment are considered when developing the plan. Surveys are distributed to residents of all ages to assist in determining what activities and services the community desires. Evaluations are performed at the conclusion of activity sessions, which provide feedback on customer satisfaction levels. Customer comment boxes and suggestion forms are made available which provides general feedback on agency operations. Telemarketing strategies are randomly initiated and cover a broad range of agency services. These forms of assessment identify general needs and feedback from customers. One on one conversations with customers are initiated every day of operations and are, of course, the best method of feedback which allow the agency to determine how we may better serve our customers. Leisure Service Administration The primary services offered by the agency involve the planning, implementation, and evaluation of leisure service activities for all age groups. These activities are administered by professionally trained staff and are designed to enhance the quality of life for participants. The agency offers over 320 programs per year, spread into four separate seasonal program sessions. For a closer look at these services, visit current programs. Park Services Along with leisure service administration, park services are maintained at various agency facilities. These services include lawn care, trimming, debris removal, safety inspections, and equipment maintenance. For information on park locations, visit facilities and parks. Facility Rentals The agency provides rental facilities to residents throughout the year. Room rentals are available throughout the year, wading pool rentals are available during the summer months when the pool is in operation, and park permits are available on a seasonal basis. For access to a rental or permit application, visit registration procedures and general forms. Please call 708-749-4900x10 for current rates. Party Packages Agency staff provides a great boost to your youngster's birthday party, graduation party, or other special event. For two hours the agency will provide a party room, staff leader, name tags, party banner, balloons, and room set-up. Users are responsible for providing refreshments, decorations, and clean-up. To register for a party package reservation, call 708-749-4900 and provide requested date and time, number of children, and contact information. Picnic Packages Are you in need of a volleyball, court lines, softballs, whiffle balls, bats, bases, and horseshoes for your party? To secure a picnic package, call 708-749-4900 and provide requested date of usage. Risk Management The agency is a provider of public services and for this reason is determined to maintain high standards of risk management principles. A preventive loss control program allows agency staff to adhere to safety principles at all times. This program includes ongoing park inspections, facility inspections, program evaluations, safety meetings, and policy initiatives. The agency is insured through the Park District Risk Management Association (PDRMA), which is a self-insured pool made up of over 100 park districts throughout Illinois. The agency is currently accredited through this association, which indicates that the agency has scored in the upper 95% category on field inspections and safety analysis that have conducted over the past three years. Employment Opportunities The agency has a wide variety of seasonal employment opportunities available for program supervision positions, facility supervision, and general assistance. Persons with a special interest or talent are also encouraged to talk with program supervisors (visit meet the board and staff) to discuss possible program implementation. For general employment opportunities, visit registration procedures and general forms or stop by the Community Center and request an employment application. Volunteer Opportunities Volunteering one's time is one of the highest, most respectable forms of public service that one can enter into. The agency has a variety of task that patrons may desire to volunteer services for including office tasks, outdoor work, and general assistance. Volunteers are recognized at a luncheon each year with certificates and a volunteer of the year recognition. Patrons interested in sharing their time are asked to fill out an employment application and submit to 1619 Wesley Ave, Berwyn IL. General Assistance Agency staff is always prepared to provide patrons with information on agency activities as well as outside recreational programs and facilities such as campground facilities, state & national parks, ski resorts, canoe and boat rentals, mountain climbing, fishing areas, sky diving, travel agencies, etc. You name the adventure and staff will respond with specific information. Visit a respective staff contact at meet the commissioners and staff and file your request. Benefits of Recreation The benefits of recreation are endless. Recreational activity promotes a blend of cognitive, social, and physical development that no other institution may duplicate. Recreation has existed since the beginning of mankind and certainly has made its mark on human development. In today’s society, recreation continues to make an impact on the economy, community development, and most importantly, people. Come discover recreation at the North Berwyn Park District and you, too, will see – the benefits are endless… Did You Know? It costs approximately $30,000 to incarcerate a juvenile offender for one year. If that money were available to NBPD we could:
Americans with Disabilities Act Notice Of Compliance The North Berwyn Park District is subject to and will comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act of (ADA), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability against persons who meet essential eligibility requirements for services. Procedures are being developed to continue to implement the provisions of the ADA. If you have any questions regarding the ADA, please contact Joseph C. Vallez, Executive Director at 708. 749.4900.17 or jvallez@nbpd4fun.org . Rates Refunds Credits Same Fee Established For All Berwyn Residents The North Berwyn Park District board of commissioners approved an intergovernmental agreement with the Berwyn Park District that eliminates non-resident fees for residents serviced by each respective agency. This means that residents of each district may participate in activities offered by the other district without incurring an additional out of district fee. Respective residents may also rent facilities through each agency without incurring an extra fee. North Berwyn residents will receive registration priority for the first two weeks of each session. After this date, registration will be accepted at large. Per agency policy, any participant that lives outside the City of Berwyn boundaries will be charged an additional 15% fee over the established resident rate. Refunds and Credits The North Berwyn Park District will grant refunds/credits for activities as follows. (Unless indicated for a specific program.)
Facilities and Equipment Rental
Our picnic kits include a softball, bat, bases, Frisbee, football, bean bag toss, and other fun items for your picnic. Fee: $15 Refundable Security Deposit: $25 Barbecue Grills Our 2 X 5 ft. grills are on wheels and come with 40 lbs of charcoal; the grills will be delivered on Friday or Saturday and must be picked up on Monday. Fee: $65 Refundable Security Deposit: $200 Birthday Parties Book your child’s party today, we provide the room, food, decorations, refreshments, and even the cake. Our parties include a party room for three hours, pizza, refreshments, plates, napkins, and cake for fifteen guests. So relax, we’ll do all the work. Reserve a party today. Fee: $125 Refundable Security Deposit: $50 Birthday Party with Spray Pool Include the spray pool for your child’s party and you’ll have private use of the facility for your group of guests. All guests must be eight years of age and younger. All guests must adhere to the spray pools rules. Spray pool rental is for one or two hours. Additional Fee: $100 per hour, two maximum. Room Rentals Reserve a room for your special event, rooms include tables, chairs, and clean-up. Make arrangements to come in add your own personal touch by decorating the room as you please. Room rentals are for four hours on Saturday and Sundays only. Fee: $100 Resident/$125 Non-Resident Refundable Security Deposit: $50 Skate Park Party Reserve our skate park for your party today; you’ll get exclusive use of this facility for two hours for you and your guests. This party rental includes four pizzas, a case of soda, and a park supervisor. Fee: $200 Refundable Security Deposit: $50 Carnival Booths with Games Want to make your special event a hit with the kids? Reserve your own carnival games with booths. This added touch will make your special event look and feel like a carnival. Call today for additional information. Fee: $50 per booth with game Community Center and Board Meetings NORTH BERWYN PARK DISTRICT COMMUNITY CENTER 1619 Wesley Avenue Berwyn IL 60402 (708) 749-4900 Office Hours Mon thru Thursday...9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Friday - 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday - 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Maintenance Building 2134 Wenonah Avenue Berwyn, IL 60402 708.795.5145 Parking Spaces At Sokol Tabor Lot The North Berwyn Park District and Sokol Tabor Organization have an inter-organizational agreement that allows patrons who participate in park district activities to utilize the south end of the Sokol Tabor parking lot. North Berwyn Park District sincerely thanks the Sokol Tabor Organization for their cooperation in securing this arrangement. Residents are asked to utilize this area prior to accessing parallel street parking areas. Snow Removal / Street Cleaning Policy Wesley Avenue Odd Days - East Side Even Days - West Side WATCH STREET SIGNS! Elected Board of Commissioners Ann Mackin...............Commissioner Mark Sladek..............Commissioner Michael Phelan.............Commissioner Rafael Avila.........Commissioner Jeanmarie Hajer............Commissioner Appointed by the Board Gerald Sebesta Jr......Treasurer Joseph C Vallez.....Board Secretary Board Meeting Schedule Regular meetings are held the second Thursday of each month at 7:00pm and are held at the Community Center, 1619 Wesley Avenue. Meetings are open to the public. Interested citizens are encouraged to attend these meetings. Persons desiring to make public comment at meetings are to register with the Board Secretary at least 15 minutes prior to the start of a meeting. Such comments will be addressed during the Public Comment portion of the meeting. Regulations and Policies Photograph Policy We are always looking for great smiles to appear on all sorts of North Berwyn Park District publications. Participation in district events and programs implies consent for the district to use photos for promotional purposes. If you do not want a picture taken, please tell the photographer. If the picture was already taken, please call the park district office at 708-749-4900 x11, and let us know it should not be used. Residential Courtesy — Respect The Residents The residential and business neighbors who surround the community center, facilities and parks are very supportive and patient with the activities of the park district. Please acknowledge this tolerance by respecting their privacy and property. Also, dispose of trash in appropriate containers, not on the street. Thank you for your cooperation. Pyrce Park Pyrce Park is intended to be utilized by children ten years and younger. Please refer to all rules and regulations when patronizing the park area. Park closes at dusk. Berwyn Gardens Residents are asked to respect the property at the Berwyn Gardens and report any unsafe conditions or suspicious acts to the North Berwyn Park District at (708) 749-4900. Please be aware of the following general use guidelines.
Participation Guidelines Our goal at the North Berwyn Park District is to provide a positive leisure experience for all participants. To ensure this, certain rules and procedures are required to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for participation.
Vandalism Policy The North Berwyn Park District will pursue prosecution to the fullest extent of the law against all persons who vandalize or commit other acts of criminal damage to North Berwyn Park District property, and require restitution for the amount of damage and for any reward paid pursuant to this policy. Persons who provide information leading to the arrest and conviction of such offenders, or to full restitution by the offender, may receive a reward of up to $100, based on the amount of damage. Persons eligible for a reward are expected to cooperate with all law enforcement authorities responsible for the arrest and prosecution of an alleged offender. A review committee made up of park district personnel will decide rewards. Important Information Residency Please note that, persons residing outside of the North Berwyn Park District have different registration dates. North Berwyn boundaries are: north of Cermak between Harlem and Lombard. You are an in-district resident of the Park District if you live in Berwyn. Everyone is welcome to participate in our programs, although sometimes higher fees may apply to people living outside of Berwyn. Parking Park district participants must utilize the south end of the Sokol Tabor parking lot. The lot is located directly behind (east) of the Community Center. Please note that Wesley Ave is reserved for resident parking only. NBPD has 15 minute parking as well as handicap parking directly in front of the building on Wesley Ave, however, cars parked on Wesley Ave for more than 15 minutes will be ticketed. Board Meetings We value your opinions and suggestions. Berwyn residents are invited to attend board meetings held every second Thursday of the month at the Community Center at 7pm. Pets Take your dog for a walk through the dog-friendly, Berwyn Gardens. Don’t forget to keep him/her leash. No pets allowed at all other North Berwyn Park District parks. No Smoking Policy Smoking is prohibited in all park district facilities, parks and buses. Lost & Found The North Berwyn Park District is not responsible for any lost or stolen items. Lost and found items are kept for a limited time only. If you have lost something please contact the front desk immediately. Equal Access No participants shall, on the basis of race, sex, creed, national origin or disability, be denied equal access to programs, activities, services or benefits, or be limited in the exercise of any right, privilege, advantage or opportunity. For special accommodations on a trip, please inform NBPD before the trip’s registration deadline. Waiting List We encourage you to get on the waiting list for a program or trip with no more open spaces because we will always try our very best to accommodate a larger group if possible. Payment will not be taken to register on to the waiting list. Bad Weather? Programs may be cancelled due to severe or prohibitive weather. If a program is cancelled, all participants will be notified and a maximum of one session per program will be rescheduled if possible. Note that for special events a rain date may or may not be scheduled. If you have any questions please contact us at (708) 749-4900. Volunteer Opportunities We’re always looking for volunteers! If you love working with people then we want you! Take fun trips or lead a social group! For more information on how you can be a volunteer, please contact (708) 749-4900. Gift Certificates Available We encourage you to get on the waiting list for a program or trip with no more open spaces because we will always try our very best to accommodate a larger group if possible. Payment will not be taken to register on to the waiting list. Closure to Consolodation Study As many residents are aware, a study addressing the issue of consolidating the North Berwyn Park District, Berwyn Park District, and City of Berwyn Recreation Department into a single agency was commissioned early in the spring of 1999, which concluded it would not be financially feasible for the North Berwyn Park District to enter into such consolidation. A meeting was held on January 31, 2000 with officials from each entity, which provided closure to the issue. While consolidation is not appropriate at this time, mutual cooperation will be pursued so that each entity may work together and maximize resources for the benefit of our constituents. Persons wanting additional information on this issue are asked to contact Joe Vallez at 708.749.4900.17 You can read the study in its entirety here. |