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Is the Skokie Park District part of the Village of Skokie?
No. The Park District is a separate governmental agency with its own taxing powers. Although Park District property is located within the Village of Skokie boundaries, the Village of Skokie is one agency and the Skokie Park District is another.
What is a park district?
Park districts are almost unique to Illinois. They are municipal corporations created for the purpose of acquiring and maintaining parks. Park Districts are separate and distinct from the city, county or any other political entity. It is an agency through which the people of the state carry on government. This independence from the cities and villages permits better community service.
If I have a concern about the Park District, what should I do?
If a resident has a question or concern, it is best to start off by contacting one of our staff members. If, after talking to staff, you still have a question with the way a policy is implemented, you should contact the Park District's Executive Director, Mark Schneiderman. If at this point you still feel your concern has not been addressed, then you should contact the Board of Park Commissioners. This can be done by contacting an individual board member or by attending a monthly board meeting at the Weber Leisure Center. On every agenda there is time allocated for people to come speak before the Board.
What is the Vision, Mission, and Core Values statement of the Skokie Park District?
Vision
The Skokie Park District envisions a community where all of its residents enjoy a high quality of life through leisure time pursuits, beautiful open spaces, and first-rate facilities.
Mission
The Skokie Park District will realize its vision through teamwork, community partnerships, sound fiscal management, and creativity in every area of its operation.
Core Values
The Skokie Park District will fulfill its mission through:
• Commitment
• Service
• Integrity
• Openness
• Innovation
• Environmental Stewardship
How does the Skokie Park District rate in Illinois and nationally?
The Skokie Park District is an award recipent of the prestigious National Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management presented by the National Recreation and Park Association and the Sports Foundation. This award identifies the Skokie Park District as one of the nation's best in serving a population of 50,000-100,000 residents. The District is also currently a "Distinguished Park and Recreation Agency," so named by the Illinois Park and Recreation Association and Illinois Association of Park Districts.
How is the Skokie Park District governed?
The five-member Board of Park Commissioners is elected by the residents of Skokie and is responsible for setting policies and procedures that best benefit the Park District and community. The Board adopts a budget, levies property taxes and is responsible for hiring and evaluating the Executive Director. In addition, the board elects a president and vice president and appoints a secretary, treasurer and attorney. Board members serve as liaisons between various community organizations and committees.
Board of Park Commissioners
Susan Aberman, President
Michael W. Alter, Vice-President
Jerry B. Clarito, Commissioner
Mike Reid, Commissioner
Maureen Yanes, Commissioner
Regular Board Meetings
Regular meetings of the Board are held the third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Weber Leisure Center, 9300 Weber Park Place or at such other date and time the Board may set.
Special Meetings
Special meetings of the Board may be held when called by the Secretary at the request of the President or any two (2)commissioners. All Park District business, of whatever nature or description, may be considered and disposed of at such special meeting the same as at a regular meeting.
Quorum
Three Commissioners shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of businesses and it shall require the affirmative vote of the majority present to carry a motion. In case there is not a quorum present on the day of a meeting, the Commissioners present may adjourn the meeting until a quorum is obtained.
Ordinances and Reports to be in Writing
All ordinances, resolutions, notices, orders, reports and proceedings shall be in writing and shall be kept by the Secretary in the manner set forth in the Park District Code.
Order of Business
The order of business at all meetings of the Board shall be as follows:
Call Meeting to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Comments from Citizens
Approval of Consent
Agenda
Approval of Minutes
Bills Payable
Treasurer's Report
Attorney’s Report
Staff Reports–Action
Staff Reports-Information
Discussion Items
President’s Report
Adjournment
Rules of Order
Roberts Rules of Order shall govern in questions of procedures in all cases.
The Skokie Park District is ADA compliant.
The Skokie Park District welcomes the participation of all individuals in our programs, including those with disabilities. We are fully committed to complying with the ADA and providing reasonable accommodations to facilitate participation in our programs.
The sooner we know about your special situation, the more time we have to make reasonable accommodations to improve you or your child's recreational experience with us.
It is the responsibility of participants, parents/guardians to contact Michelle Tuft, Superintendent of Recreation, to make arrangements for any accommodation at the time of registration; no later than two weeks prior to the start of the program. Notification received less than two weeks prior to the start of the program may result in delayed participation in the program.
If you have questions or concerns, contact Michelle Tuft, Superintendent of Recreation, at (847) 674-1500, 2181 or email at mjtuft@SkokieParkDistrict.org.
The Skokie Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Skokie Park District under Title IV of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, prohibits discrimination on the basis or race, color, national origin, age or handicap. If you believe that you have been subjected to discrimination in any program, activity or facility, or if you desire further information regarding Title IV, please write to: Office for Equal Opportunity, U.S. Dept. of the Interior, Washington, D.C. 20240.
Can I memorialize a loved one through the Skokie Park District?
Looking for a unique way to commemorate a birth, celebrate a birthday, remember a friend or loved one? The Tree Memorial program of the Skokie Park District has added hundreds of trees to Skokie's parks through the generous donations of individuals just like you!
A variety of shade, ornamental and evergreen tree species are available for planting at any of the District's park sites. Tree prices vary by species, starting at $125. The amount donated is matched by the Park District and includes a lifetime guarantee. In commemoration of your gift, a bronze plaque will be placed on the giving tree at the Weber Leisure Center.
Further information about the Tree Memorial program may be obtained by calling 674-1500, 2804.
The Skokie Park District Management Team
The five-member Board of Park Commissioners is elected by the residents of Skokie and is responsible for hiring and evaluating the Executive Director, who in turn hires the Park District staff.
Administrative Team
Mark Schneiderman, CPRP, Executive Director
John Ohrlund, CPRP, Superintendent of Parks and Facilities
William Schmidt, CPA, Superintendent of Business Services
Michelle Tuft, CPRP, Superintendent of Recreation
Business Services
Andrew Buffa, Purchasing Manager
Sonia Cannon, Accounts Payable Clerk
Vilma Matos, Payroll/Registrar Supervisor
Tom Panocha, Network Administrator
Ann Perez, Executive Secretary
Nancy Portillo, Senior Accounting Supervisor
Lynn Seebacher, Human Resources Manager
Communications, Marketing & Sponsorship
Jim Bottorff, Communications and Marketing Manager
Janet Rosenberg, Sponsorship Coordinator
Scott Walker, Art Director
Dammrich Rowing Center
Scott Runkle, Facility Manager
Devonshire Cultural Center
Robin Ledford, CPRP, Facility Manager
Leticia Felman, Preschool/Early Childhood Supervisor
Caryn Watson, Customer Service Supervisor
Emily Oaks Nature Center
Lee Hansen, Facility Manager
Jaime Spychalla, Program Coordinator
Cheryl Toohey, CPRP, School-Age Program Supervisor
Oakton Community Center & Aquatics
Crystal VanHyning, CPRP, Facility Manager
Scott Runkle, Aquatics & Safety Supervisor
Jennifer Elliott, CPRP, Senior Adult & Teen Supervisor
Nancy Eschker, School-Age Program Supervisor
Jackie Gonzalez, CPRP, Assistant Aquatics Supervisor
Vacant, Exploritorium Supervisor
Pamela Zeid, CPRP, Customer Service Supervisor
Park Services
John Gacki, Parks Supervisor
Vacant, Operations Supervisor
Steve Ames, Landscape Specialist
Dima Kirland, Park Services Administrative Assistant
Skatium Ice Arena
Frank Gallagher, Facility Manager
Kevin Meyers, Assistant Facility Manager
Kerry Murphy, Figure Skating Supervisor
Steve Glickman, Hockey Supervisor
Iris Levin, Customer Service/Office Assistant
Skokie Heritage Museum
Amanda Hanson, Facility Supervisor
Skokie Sports Park
Weber Park Golf Course
Richard Lee, Golf Operations Manager
Michael Lucchese, Head Greenskeeper
Chris Pytell, PGA Golf Professional
Marc Rita, Assistant Golf Manager
Tot Learning Center
Fouzia Khan, Childcare Services Manager
Weber Leisure Center
Jon Marquardt, CPRP, Facility Manager
Bob DeLeonardis, Athletics Supervisor
Sarah Natalie, Fitness First! Assistant Manager
Kim Reynolds, Customer Service Supervisor
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