Plans & Projects
Residents had expressed their desire for the new levy's funds to support the construction of pickleball facilities, renovation and replacement of playgrounds, and park restrooms.
As of March 2023, Center Green Park is home to four fenced pickleball courts. New playground equipment has been installed at Freeman Park. New young children's equipment is expected to be installed at Hilmar Park by summer. Restrooms were added where there had been none at Hilmar Park and Worthington Gardens.
Parks and Trails Master Plan (2020)
The Parks and Trails Master Plan was written after extensive research into service gaps, resident preferences, and visitation. The planning process served as a vital step to create a unified, aspirational vision to work toward including action steps to consider as resources become available.
Current Projects
- Drinking Fountain: A new drinking fountain is being installed in April 2023 behind the Fire Station along the Genoa Trail.
- Park Restrooms: Hilmar Park and Worthington Gardens are awaiting an electrical contractor to connect the buildings in order to open the new restrooms.
- Hilmar Park Playground: Young children's equipment has been installed to supplement the existing playground including a dragonfly teetertotter, bee and honeycomb climber, and two turtle spinners
- Walking Paths: A walking path was added to Hilmar Park using asphalt recycled from road resurfacing projects. This material served as a base for a final topcoat of asphalt which was installed. Path is now open.
- Township Hall Playground: A "civic" themed playground was opened at Township Hall in September featuring a police car, Fire station, and tractor. Future plans for the park include a miniature road system for children to use to learn to ride bikes.
- 2021-2022 (year 1: Parks and Trails Levy) Accomplishments
Governance
The development and care of Township parks is controlled by the Township Trustees based upon the recommendations of the members of the Parks Advisory Committee and in partnership with the Maintenance Director.
The development and care of Township parks is controlled by the Township Trustees based upon the recommendations of the members of the Parks Advisory Committee and in partnership with the Maintenance Director.
Parks Advisory Committee meetings are open to the public and minutes are available for review. The group meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 7:00 pm at Township Hall unless otherwise noted (or in the event of inclement weather). The group will meet on the following dates in 2023 January 4, February 1, March 1, April 5, May 3 (McNamara Park), May 31 (Hilmar Park), July 5 (Freeman Park), August 2 (Worthington Garden), September 6 (Center Green Park), October 4, November 1, and December 6. In 2024 meeting dates include January 3, February 7, March 6, April 3, May 1, June 5, July 10, August 7, September 4, October 2, November 6, and December 4.
Parks Advisory Committee Members
Parks Advisory Committee Members
| Name | Term Expiration |
|---|---|
| Amy Barr | March 31, 2025 |
| Tyson Cline | March 31, 2026 |
| Richard Kaschak | March 31, 2024 |
| Molly McHale | March 31, 2025 |
| Phil Johnson | March 31, 2026 |
| Mark Wigginton | March 31, 2026 |
| Lisa Hampl | March 31, 2024 |
| Stephanie West | March 31, 2024 |
| Erin Francoeur | March 31, 2026 |
| Brian Wellman | March 31, 2026 |
| Renee Vaughan | Trustee Liaison |