Community Corner

Wescott Park Playground Replacement Project Survey Open In Northbrook

Future plans at the park include the installation of new tot playground equipment in the existing curbed space.

This playground at Wescott Park was installed in 2005 and is reaching the end of its life cycle, according to officials.
This playground at Wescott Park was installed in 2005 and is reaching the end of its life cycle, according to officials. (Google Maps)

2023-03-10

Northbrook Park District plans to make improvements to the tot playground at Wescott Park, 1820 Western Avenue. This playground was installed in 2005 and is reaching the end of its life cycle.

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With community input, the District completed and adopted a ten-year Comprehensive Master Plan which includes an annual Capital Improvement Plan. These documents forecast repair and replacement needs for parks, facilities and equipment each year.

Currently, this 4.1 acre park offers softball fields, a playground and walking path. Future plans include the installation of new tot playground equipment in the existing curbed space.

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The survey (found here) provides an opportunity for the park’s neighbors to share how you use the park and what improvements you would like to see. The survey can be submitted online or printed and mailed to the address provided on the survey. We appreciate your feedback.

Please Note: Survey Closes on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at 11:59pm. Mailed copies must be postmarked by this date.

For more information about this project, contact us by email or call 847-291-2960.


This press release was produced by the Northbrook Park District. The views expressed here are the author’s own.

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