Mission

Connecting Sycamore to wellness, nature, and each other.

Vision

To enhance the Sycamore community through wellness, recreation and greenspace, the Board and Staff take a responsive and inclusive approach to service, community relationships, and sustaining the Sycamore Park District legacy.

Core Values

We value Equity by recognizing and serving all groups in our community, and continually seeking new ways to be inclusive and engage with diverse populations.

We value Transparency through fiscal responsibility, equitable policies, and pro-active communication.

We value Sustainability and are committed to the conservation of Sycamore’s green space for recreation and the well-being of the community today and for future generations.

We value Connections that stem from the relationships that begin and grow through the opportunities and partnerships we maintain.

About the District

The Park District, established in 1923, is in the process of acquiring and developing park sites and open spaces to serve a growing community’s recreation and wellness needs. It currently manages 509 acres of land which is made up of neighborhood parks, community parks, athletic fields, wetlands, woodlands, and high-quality natural areas. The District also maintains 9.8 miles of walking/cycling trails that connect people to parks, businesses, schools, and each other.

Within these park spaces, one can enjoy a Community Center with fitness areas, a gymnasium, and classrooms, an 18-hole golf course, dog park, and splashpad. Staff provides recreational and wellness programming throughout these parks and facilities.

Through the support of tax dollars, the Sycamore Parks Foundation, and partners, which include community groups and local bodies of government, the Sycamore Park District keeps Sycamore connected to wellness, nature, and each other!

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