Introducing Wilmette Park District’s First Annual Report!

At Wilmette Park District, everything we do is rooted in a core mission: “Enrich the quality of community life by promoting wellbeing, providing exceptional parks and facilities, and offering creative programming for people of all ages and abilities.” And connecting with the community we serve.

This year, we’re excited to take that commitment one step further by sharing our first Annual Report — a milestone we’re proud to present to our residents.

What Is an Annual Report — and Why Now?

An Annual Report is more than just numbers on a page. It’s a transparent, big-picture snapshot of where we’ve been, what we’ve accomplished, and where we’re going. This is our first time compiling a comprehensive look at our work over the past year; we want this report to serve as both an informative resource and a celebration of progress.

By combining our key data, financials, project highlights, and community impact into one accessible document, we’re inviting our residents to gain insights into what their park district does and how every effort contributes to building a stronger Wilmette.

What You’ll Find Inside

From expanding recreation opportunities to preserving our natural spaces, this report is full of information on:

• High-quality programming for residents of all ages.
• Improving and maintaining our beautiful parks and facilities.
• Resource management with a focus on fiscal responsibility.
• Environmental sustainability and future-focused planning.

These accomplishments reflect our commitment to excellence and the values that define Wilmette.

A Reflection of the Community

This report is your story, too. It reflects your participation, feedback, and support—whether you attended a class, visited a park, or shared your vision with us during planning efforts.

It also gives you a more precise look at how we use public resources and how we’re planning for a better future. More importantly, it’s a tool for accountability and transparency. As stewards of public spaces and funds, we want to ensure that you can see the impact of every decision we make and trust that we’re working hard on your behalf.

Let’s Look Ahead — Together

As you read through our first-ever Annual Report, we hope you’ll join us in celebrating the past year’s achievements. We also hope it sparks inspiration for the future—because there’s more to come. With your continued support and engagement, we’ll keep pushing forward to create more opportunities for connection, wellness, play, and preservation.

Let’s keep building a better Wilmette — one park, one program, and one year at a time.