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Oswegoland Park District Annual Review 2017 • Creating Opportunities for a Healthy Community

2018 Park Board of Commissioners

Dear Oswegoland Park District Resident,

On behalf of the Oswegoland Park District Board of Commissioners and staff, I am excited to present you with the 2017 Annual Review. Highlighted in the following pages are District accomplishments, finances, programming, and projects undertaken during 2017. We have also provided an overview of where we intend to go in 2018.

The financial data included in this report was taken from the 2017 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), which can be viewed in its entirety online.

This report provides a small glimpse into the vast scope of the work of the Oswegoland Park District. This past year ushered in great progress. Foremost among the District’s accomplishments was receiving the Illinois Distinguished Accredited Agency Award.

The Illinois Distinguished Accredited Agency Award is presented by the Illinois Association of Park Districts and the Illinois Park and Recreation Association. General

management procedures, finance and business operations, facilities and parks, and programming were among the many areas evaluated. The lengthy accreditation process affirmed and recognized the Oswegoland Park District as a provider of exceptional park and recreation services to our community.

A driving force behind the exceptional work of the District is the passion, dedication, and commitment of our staff. This past year, staff worked to review the District’s Purpose Statement and Values. Staff and Board input was utilized in recognizing Integrity, Collaboration, and Innovation as the values embodied by the staff. The reason behind the work we do at the District, our Purpose, was something that already existed in our Vision Statement. Our Purpose is “We Create Opportunities for a Healthy Community.”

I look forward to what lies ahead for the District and I hope you will take a moment to review this report for a greater understanding of the District’s operations and recreational opportunities available for our community. The Park Board of Commissioners welcomes your questions regarding this report or feedback on any other District matter.

I invite you to stay connected with the Park District throughout the year by signing up for our e-newsletter, following us on Facebook, or visiting our website so you are able to easily access information while you’re on the go.

The Park District family would like to thank our residents for your continued support, and we look forward to 2018 as the District continues to “Create Opportunities for a Healthy Community.”

Park Board meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month at South Point at 5:30pm, unless otherwise noted. View the yearly Meeting Calendar online. The public is invited to attend and Recognition of Visitors is a standard agenda item.

Dave KrahnPark District Board President

Michelle McCallough

Sandy Tartol Vice President

Introductory Letter .......................................................................2Park District At A Glance ......................................................... 3-4Value of the Oswegoland Park District ......................................5Conservation Highlights .............................................................6Planning & Development Report ...............................................7Oswegoland Park Foundation ....................................................8The Little White School Museum ...............................................9Financial Report ...................................................................10-14Coming Soon ............................................................................ 15

Dave Behrens Bob Ijams

A MESSAGE FROM OUR BOARD PRESIDENT

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The Oswegoland Park District is a governmental agency responsible for acquiring, developing, and maintaining natural areas, parks, and leisure time facilities for area residents. The District also plans, develops, and implements a wide range of recreational programs and activities that reflect the interests of all age groups.

The Park District was established by referendum in 1950. It is a separate governmental entity known as a “special district” and serves approximately 55,000 residents who live within this District’s 38-square-mile service area. This service area includes the Village of Oswego, parts of Montgomery, Aurora, and Plainfield, and all of Boulder Hill. The Oswegoland Park District also includes a portion of the surrounding countryside of Oswego Township and a tiny portion of Will County.

Park District operations are funded by revenue generated through program fees, tax dollars, grants, donations, and interest. These funds pay the staff members who care for parks and facilities, plan and supervise programs, and help you register for classes. They also pay for all the materials, supplies, utilities, and other resources required to keep your public places functional, attractive, and safe.

Your Park District responsibly uses available funds to purchase, plan, design, and construct new facilities, renovate existing facilities, and acquire equipment needed to care for all of the places and spaces you and your neighbors enjoy.

A board of five elected commissioners set policy and carry out the official business of the District. Park Board Commissioners serve six-year terms, without pay. Any resident who is a registered voter may run for a park board seat when elections are held in odd-numbered years.

PURPOSE STATEMENT

PROFILEVISION STATEMENT

“Creating opportunities for a healthy community.”

VALUES

INTEGRITY

COLLABORATION

INNOVATION

True, honest ambassadors of the public trust.

• I contribute my best efforts to provide the highest quality for this community.

• I display positive character, professional behavior, and a strong work ethic.

• I value opinions of coworkers and customers.

• I respect this agency’s role in the community and my position in the agency.

Working together to accomplish a common goal

• I work with other departments to accomplish our goals and support others.

• I am responsive to the needs of the community.

• I partner with community organizations, agencies and surrounding communities.

Empowering staff to create and lead our community

• I explore trends that can positively impact our community.

• I learn and accept challenges and opportunities.

• I strive for improvements that benefit the agency internally and externally.

YOUR PARK DISTRICT

We Create Opportunities for a Healthy Community

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OSWEGOLAND PARK DISTRICT: Historic Growth at a Glance

POPULATION1980 1990

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ACRES OF PARKLAND1980 1990

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NUMBER OF PARKS/GREENWAYS

1980 1990

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16

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2000 2010 2017

VOLUNTEERSThe Oswegoland Park District is appreciative of the thousands of volunteers who donate their time to Park District programs and projects each year. From coaching soccer to planting trees, our volunteers enrich the community through their time and talents. Over 2,000 individuals donated 13,000 hours of their time in 2017, valued at approximately $107,250 at minimum wage. We extend our sincerest thanks to our dedicated volunteers who assist us in “Creating Opportunities for a Healthy Community!”

Illinois Distinguished Accredited AgencyGFOA Award for Excellence in Financial ReportingIPRA/IAPD Agency Showcase First Place Award - Promotional ItemChamber Volunteer of the Year Award – Cheryl KeilsonGold International Aquatic Safety Award from Jeff Ellis & Associates

2017 Awards &

Distinctions

IN 2017, THE PARK DISTRICT OFFERED 2,679 PROGRAMSWITH 22,448 PARTICIPANTSPROGRAM & FACILITY USAGE

3,588 1,917 1,371 1,075 667 872 489 215GYM

NASTICS

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YOUR PARK DISTRICT


While some facets regarding the value of our park district cannot be measured, the Oswegoland Park District provides many quantifiable benefits to its residents. Here is a snapshot of some of the outstanding parks and facilities that our residents can enjoy:

53 PARKS 9 GREENWAYS

10 BALL FIELDS

33 PLAYGROUNDS

SKATE PARKS2SLEDHILLS7

TENNISCOURTS10

PICNIC AREAS3631PICNIC

SHELTERS

4 FULL COURT B-BALL COURTS

160 ACRE GOLF COURSE

81 SWIMMING POOL

1 18-HOLE DISC GOLF COURSE

1 AQUATIC PARK

1117 ACRES | 494 ACRES OF NATURAL AREAS

MILES OF BIKING& HIKING TRAILS20

3I N L I N EHOCKEYR I N K S

1 SPLASH PAD

27HALF-COURTB-BALL COURTS

ANNUAL PROPERTY TAX

Oswegoland Park District resident’s tax estimate - based on average home value of $225,000

• The District receives about 4.76% (or 5 cents) for every dollar paid in property taxes

• Taxes paid to the District for levy year 2016, billed in 2017, was estimated at $357{

PICKLEBALL COURTS

HISTORICAL M U S E U M1

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OUR VALUE

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Native Seed Gathering by conservation volunteers and staff sustains the District’s in-house plant nursery operation and bolsters other restoration activities. The seed gathered becomes the various prairie mixes for our diverse habitat areas and is spread on the ground after burns to help add more native plant diversity to natural areas. The in-house plant nursery operation saves the District from having to purchase commercial seed mixes that would otherwise cost $25,000 if purchased. Volunteers and staff cleaned and processed over 140 pounds of prairie seed in 2017.

Restoration Efforts at Waa Kee Sha Park and the Cooks Savanna woodlands have continued, resulting in the reappearance of native woodland wildflowers throughout the woods that have long been absent from these areas. Efforts along the Waubonsie Creek are being realized as fields that were once weed patches are now turning into native prairie.

The Pantry Garden continues to be successful as a major contributor to the Northern Illinois Food Bank Program of Kendall County and expanded its resource assistance to include Mutual Ground Women’s Shelter. The garden produced over 5,500 pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables for those in need in our area. Ten volunteers contributed 450+ hours of service during the coordination of this program in 2016, starting plants, planting, watering, weeding, harvesting, and delivering the produce.

Native Plant Nursery operations produced over 12,000 native prairie plants and over 3,000 annual flowers, which were propagated in the greenhouse at the Stewart Farm site the previous winter. These plants were planted throughout the District’s natural areas in spring, summer, and fall.

Prescribed Burns were completed during the 2017 fire season. The sites that received controlled burns included Farmington Lakes, Victoria Meadows, Waubonsie Greenway, Morgan Creek, Deerpath South, Ashcroft, Hunt Club, Grove Estates, Grande Park, Whispering Woods, and Prairie Point Detention. Sites that were not burned were mowed, an effective alternative to burns that inhibits invasive plants to regenerate.

The Kid’s Connection Garden Program allows for children in the District’s before- and after-school program the opportunity for hands on learning as they grow organic vegetables in their garden plot at the Community Gardens at South Point Park. Children then assist staff in making healthy snacks with their own produce right in the South Point kitchen.

Invasive Plant Monitoring and removal is a continual process completed in the District’s natural areas throughout the year. Mowing, selective herbicide applications, and hand removal are the methods used by staff and volunteers.

Volunteers contributed approximately 1,000 hours of conservation service during the 2017 year. Their time was spent on various projects and tasks associated with the conservation mission:

• Planting of trees and native plants• Removal of invasive plant species• Trail maintenance• Seed collection• Assisting with the Pantry Garden• Greenhouse work including transplanting

seedlings and watering

Volunteer opportunities are available year-round. Visit our website to complete a volunteer application.

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CONSERVATION

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$15,000$500$8,190 $200

The pickleball courts at Briarcliff Woods Park have been very popular since they opened in April. New asphalt was installed over the existing tennis courts and line striping, net posts, nets and fencing were installed for 6 new Pickleball courts. An additional gate and sitting area with benches were also installed on the north side of the courts.

Renovations to the entrance of the Fox Bend Clubhouse included a new concrete deck, railings and concrete stairs. A fabric shade structure was installed over Pearce’s deck to shade patrons from direct sunlight.

Two new playgrounds constructed at Old Post Elementary School opened in the fall for both students and Old Post Park patrons. In cooperation with School District 308, the Park District designed the new playgrounds with all the latest play components to provide a new and exciting experience.

The new, energy efficient air conditioning system installed at Civic Center kept everyone cool last summer! The new multi-purpose floor installed in Room 1 is a welcome improvement for the various activities using the room.

GRANTS

FOX VALLEY MONARCH CORRIDOR RESTORATION GRANT

to support efforts to increase monarch

butterfly population.

IPARKS IGRANT to be used towards safety items that will

aid the District in their loss control or risk

management efforts.

IPARKS SWING MODIFICATION

PROGRAMto be used for the

purchase of approved swing replacement parts.

IPRA SAFETY GRANT for promoting safety and

educational programs along with the purchase of safety & educational

equipment for the District.

DEVELOPMENT & GRANTS


The Oswegoland Park Foundation was established in 2005 as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization to support the mission of the Oswegoland Park District. Charitable contributions to the Foundation help fund Park District projects beyond what tax dollars can support.

The Foundation aims to create unique recreational experiences and preserve parks and green space in the Oswegoland community for the enjoyment of future generations.

How can you help? • Make a tax-deductible personal or corporate contribution to

the Oswegoland Park Foundation• Bequeath land, property, cash, or securities• Participate in one of our exciting fundraising events• Purchase an engraved brick paver in honor or memory of a

family member or friend to be placed in Hudson Crossing Park• Give the gift of your time by volunteering at one of our events

Contact a Foundation board member, or attend a Foundation meeting to see how you can get involved.

All donations are tax deductible. For more information, contact the Foundation at 630.554.4440, email [email protected], or visit www.greeneroswegoland.org.

FOUNDATION


The Little White School Museum holds the rich history of the Oswegoland community and reflects the spirits of its early residents. Built as a church in 1850, then used as a school until the mid 1960’s, the building is now owned by the Oswegoland Park District and operated in cooperation with the Oswegoland Heritage Association. The museum is open to the public and is an archive of local Oswegoland history. Step in and take a step back in time.

Visit littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org for hours and additional information.


LITTLE WHITE SCHOOL MUSEUM

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The District collects about 5% of the total property tax levied on Oswegoland Park District property owners. In addition to property taxes, the District receives personal property replacement taxes which comprise a small amount of the District’s total tax revenue.

The Oswegoland Park District offers approximately 2,700 recreation programs. Major recreation areas include:

Debt service is comprised of bond and debt certificate proceeds received when the District issues debt for various capital projects, land acquisition, or to purchase/renovate facilities.

Other Income is comprised of grant proceeds, donations, land cash from developers, Foundation support, cell tower rent, and other miscellaneous revenues.

Revenue is generated from concessions, Fox Bend food & beverage sales, plant sales, and other various merchandise sales.

Revenue is generated from the rental of facilities such as park pavilions, Fox Bend pavilion, rooms for events/meetings, and our aquatics facilities.

Interest is earned on invested District funds.

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Recreation• Dance• Fitness• Early Childhood

• Gymnastics• Preschool• Kids Connection• Aquatics• Teen Events• Birthday Parties

• Special Events • Limelight Theatre• Museum• Programming• Golf Greens Fees• Golf Cart Rentals

*All numbers rounded to the nearest thousand.

2017 Governmental Funds Revenues

$6.340 M

$224k

$616k

$38k

$30k

$5.906 M

$14.466 M

TAXES

OTHER INCOME

PRODUCT SALES

FACILITY RENTALS

INTEREST INCOME

TOTAL REVENUES

CHARGES FOR SERVICES

DEBT SERVICE

$1.312 M

Other Income - 2%

Taxes - 44%

Charges for Services - 41%

Product Sales - 4%

Facility Rentals - <1%

Interest Income - <1%

Debt Services - 9%

TAXES

CHARGES FOR SERVICES

PRODUCT SALES

OTHER INCOME

FACILITY RENTALS

DEBT SERVICE

INTEREST INCOME


FINANCIAL REPORTGOVERNMENTAL FUNDS

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2017 Governmental Funds Expenditures

$5.504 M

$1.619 M

$1.276 M

$658k

$211k

$288k

$2.542 M

$13.292 M

SALARIES & WAGES

DEBT SERVICE

BENEFITS

EQUIPMENT

UTILITIES

TOTAL EXPENDITURES

CONTRACTUAL SERVICES

MATERIALS & SUPPLIES

OTHER EXPENDITURES

Contractual Services includes funds paid to others for services rendered to the District. These expenditures include, but are not limited to, IT & website professional services & consulting, legal services, rentals/leases, construction & project consulting, security, contractors for capital projects, other various contractual vendors for recreational programs, and Fox Bend.

Includes wages paid to employees for administrative, operations, and recreational functions to support the District’s parks, programs, golf course, and other offerings.

Debt Service pays the principal and interest payments, along with issuance costs for bonds and debt certificates sold on behalf of the District to fund capital projects.

This expenditure includes costs associated with employment, such as health/dental/life insurances, pension contributions (IMRF), and Social Security.

This includes all expenses for materials & supplies used throughout the District, including playground mulch, trees/shrubs in our parks, mechanical parts for repairing the District’s vehicles/equipment, craft materials for our preschoolers, sports equipment, office supplies & postage used at all buildings, marketing materials, chemicals & fertilizers, golf course turf care, restaurant food & beverage, etc.

Other expenditures includes liability and worker’s compensation insurance premiums, Kid’s Connection school share with District 308, staff development & education, travel, and memberships/dues.

This expense category is used for purchasing items such as vehicles, lawnmowers, Kid’s Connection buses, gymnastics equipment, office furniture, pool patio umbrellas, and kitchen appliances.

Water, sewer, gas, electricity, recycling, refuse removal, and phones

$1.194 M

Salaries & Wages - 41%

Debt Service - 12%Contractual Services - 19%

Benefits - 10%

Materials & Supplies - 9%

Other Expenditures - 5%

Utilities - 2%

Equipment - 2%

SALARIES & WAGES

DEBT SERVICE

CONTRACTUAL SERVICES

BENEFITS

MATERIALS & SUPPLIES

OTHER EXPENSES

UTILITIES

EQUIPMENT



*All numbers rounded to the nearest thousand.

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2017 BUDGET VS ACTUAL

The Budget vs Actual comparison provides a look at how closely the District’s actual revenues and expenses met the projections from the adopted budget.



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REVENUES

EXPENSES

Budget

Actual

Budget

Actual

A useful indicator of the District’s financial position may be ascertained by comparing the total Net Position from year to year. The Statement of Net Position provides a “snapshot” of where the District stood financially at the close of fiscal years 2016 and 2017. Simply stated, it is the total assets minus the total liabilities.

Net Investment in Capital Assets (net of related debt) represents the District’s investment in capital assets, such as land, facilities, and equipment. Restricted net assets represent assets that can only be used for a specific purpose such as recreation, parks, insurance, and pension. Unrestricted for future capital projects are amounts set aside to fund the District’s capital plan. Unrestricted net assets represent amounts that may be used by the District for any legal purpose.

Governmental Activities include all District functions including the operation of the District’s Fox Bend Golf Course. Examples include: administration, recreation, park maintenance & operations, special recreation, and facility/capital improvements.

STATEMENT OF NET POSITION

Governmental Activities

Current & Other Assets $19,245,766 $18,200,091

Capital Assets 79,987,761 70,775,874

Deferred Outflows of Resources 1,364,944 1,526,597

Total Assets & Deferred Outflows 100,598,471 90,502,562

Other Liabilities 779,691 730,778

Long-Term Debt 13,368,501 13,646,957

Deferred Inflows of Resources 6,840,072 6,666,623

Total Liabilities & Deferred Inflows 20,988,264 21,044,358

Net Position

Net Investment in Capital Assets 70,553,975 60,721,520

Restricted 3,787,976 3,332,878

Unrestricted (Deficit) 5,268,256 5,403,806

Total Net Position $79,610,207 $69,458,204

Year Ended Year Ended 12/31/2017 12/31/2016

Net Position as of December 31, 2016 and December 31, 2017


FINANCIAL REPORTNET POSITION

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The following schedule presents a comparative summary of revenues, expenses, and change in net position for the period ended December 31, 2016 and December 31, 2017. The Statement of Changes in Net Position summarizes the reasons behind the change in the District’s net assets.

STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES

Changes in Net Position as of December 31, 2016 and December 31, 2017

Governmental Activities

Year Ended Year Ended 12/31/2017 12/31/2016


Revenues

Program Revenues

Charges for Services $6,562,523 $6,683,04

Operating Grants — —

Capital Grants 9,472,767 48,620

General Revenues

Taxes 6,339,738 6,240,542

Investment Income 29,769 29,476

Gain (Loss) on Disposal

of Capital Assets — —

Other 213,020 210,244

Total Revenues 22,617,817 13,211,886

Expenses

General Government 3,172,531 3,200,344

Recreation 8,882,515 9,517,146

Interest 410,768 377,369

Total Expenses 12,465,814 13,094,859

Change in Net Position, Before Transfers 10,152,003 117,027

Transfers — —

Change in Net Position 10,152,003 117,027

Net Position, Beginning of Period 69,458,204 68,604,417

Prior Period Restatement

(Change in Accounting Principle) — (736,760)

Net Position, Beginning as Restated 69,458,204 69,341,177

Net Position, End of Period $79,610,207 $69,458,204

FINANCIAL REPORTNET POSITION

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A new playground at Winrock Park will be ready in the spring. The pirate ship themed playground will have 4 slides, 4 climbers, an alligator to climb on and a water wave sensory panel. A combination adult and child swing, “Mommy and Me”, will be the first in the park district. The resilient accessible playground surfacing is designed to look like the ocean with a large fish to swim with, a wooden plank to board the ship and a sandy beach. PARK DISTRICT FACILITIES

630.554.1010

Prairie Point313 E. Washington St.

Oswego, IL 60543

Civic Center & Aquatic Park5 Ashlawn Ave.

Montgomery, IL 60538

Boulder Point0 Boulder Hill Pass


South Point810 Preston Lane

Oswego, IL 60543

Winrock Pool21 Winrock Rd.


Fox Bend Golf Course3615 Route 34

Oswego, IL 60543630.554.3939

Little White School Museum72 Polk St.

Oswego, IL 60543630.554.2999

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Water service and a drinking fountain will be installed by the shelter at Jaycee Park. Also, a handicap accessible drinking fountain will replace the existing fountain at Northampton Park.

Saw Wee Kee Park canoe launch will be renovated with a concrete surface in place of the existing gravel ramp. Then, the oil and chip surfacing will be installed over the parking lot.

Construction on the Fox Bend Golf Course cart path bridge across Waubonsie Creek at hole #5 will be completed in the spring in time for opening day. The parking lot will be reconstructed and additional LED parking lot lights will be installed in the fall. Renovations continue at Fox Bend Clubhouse with the installation of new railing on the back deck.


COMING IN 2018

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