Peoria-Area Community Impact Guide 2022-2023

PEORIA PARK DISTRICT We contribute to a healthy and vibrant Peoria community by responsibly using our District resources to offer the best possible parks and recreation experiences to those who live, work and play in our District.

1125 W. Lake Avenue Peoria, IL 61614 Phone: (309) 682-1200 Email: ppd@peoriapariks.org Website : peoriaparks.org Facebook : @PeoriaParkDistrict and @PPDFoundation Instagram : @peoriaparkdist

BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Emily G. Cahill, Executive Director Robert Johnson Sr., President-at-Large Jacqueline Petty, Vice President, Central District Timothy Bertschy, Trustee, Northern District Kyle Bright, Trustee, Central District Laurie Covington, Trustee, Northern District Joyce Harant, Trustee, Central District Jacqueline J. Petty, Trustee, Central District HOW TO HELP The Peoria Park District Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization es tablished in 1997 to support themission of the Peoria Park District. The Foundation supports the Park District by providing resources to ensure that Peoria remains a healthy and vibrant community. In 2020 and beyond, both Peoria ParkDistrict and the Foundation are focusing their efforts on the sustainability and stewardship of our parks, green spaces, trails and natural areas with the goal of continuing to improve physical and psychological health, strengthening neighborhoods, and enhance the lives of those who live, work and play in our community. For more information on how to make a gift, please visit the Foundation web site: https://peoriaparks.org/about/ foundation Or contact Jocelyn McDowell, Devel opment Coordinator at 309.681.2861 or via email: jmcdowell@peoriaparks.org

VISION Vision Statement: We will be responsible stewards of all District resources, with a focus on services that make the greatest impact. We will create a culture that values and supports each other, those we serve and our community. WHAT WE DO The oldest park district in Illinois, the Peoria Park District encompasses nearly 60 square miles, includingmore than 50miles of hiking and biking trails in and around Peoria. The value we provide to the community can be found in the ease of access to our parks and recreational programs. Evidence has shown that when people have access to parks, recreational programs and nature, their overall physical and psychological health improves. The District’s own local community assessment survey found that 88 percent of residents believe the Peoria Park District is an important partner for community health. The Peoria Park District invites you to visit one of our many parks or nature preserves and enjoy the great outdoors! Our variety of events and facilities throughout our community will keep you engaged and active. For example, Glen Oak Park is home to Peoria Zoo, Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum and Luthy Botanical Garden.

Throughout the District, we host all kinds of sports including softball, soccer, volleyball, tennis andmore, whileOwens Center offers ice skating year-round! Annually, hundreds of concerts, festivals and special events are featured on the Peoria RiverFront and in our parks, in addition to fun activities at Logan, Franciscan, Lakeview and Proctor recreation centers. Our state-of-the art, medically-based fitness center, the RiverPlex Recreation andWellness Center, focuses on healthy and active lifestyles and in collaboration with the Greater Peoria Family YMCA is one of the best fitness values in the community! SIGNATURE EVENTS Zootini hosted by the Peoria Zoological Society at Peoria Zoo May 12, 2022 WorldWide Day of Play Glen Oak Park May 14, 2022 Playing Fore Our Parks, Golf Outing at Kellogg Golf Course June 9, 2022 Hopscotch at the PlayHouse Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum June 11, 2022

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