Project Updates

As updates are provided we will post a description of each project with pictures

If you have questions about any of the projects listed on this page, please contact Ann Viger, Director of Planning and Development at 815.459.0680, ext. 4205 or via email.

Sterne's Fen Restoration Project

Wyndwood Park Renovations

Four Colonies Park Playground Replacement

Feinberg Park Playground Replacement

Lippold Park Drainage Improvements

Spoerl Park Renovations

Shamrock Hills Park Development

Racket Club Parking Lot ADA Accessibility Project

Fetzner Park

Sterne's FEN restoration project

Update: December 7, 2018

Work continued all week in the fen. A crew is busy removing buckthorn and other invasive trees from the fen. The material is being piled and then burned so there is a few constant plumes of smoke over Sterne's every day. Four of the six check dams have been installed.

Crew at work at Sterne's Woods		Work continues at Sterne's Woods

Update: November 28, 2018

Wyndwood Park Renovations

Update: May 6, 2018

Renovation work continues at both Spoerl and Wyndwood Parks. The concrete curbs have been installed and fence posts installed at both parks. The last few weeks of wet weather has slowed progress a bit, but the contractor expects to be back on site very soon.

Update: April 18, 2019

The project began last week with removals of the existing paving. This week, the new fence installation is underway.

Update: March 29, 2019

Demolition and removals will begin on April 8 (tentative date, weather dependent.) A letter has been sent to neighbors of both parks notifying them of the project.

Update: March 8, 2019

A contractor has been hired for this project and work is expected to begin in mid-April. Please be aware that the tennis court will be closed during this time but every effort will be made to keep the playground open. This type of work is weather dependent and the final colored playing surface cannot be applied until there has been a long stretch of warm weather. Therefore, we don't anticipate the courts being open for play until early or mid-July.

Update: August 28, 2018

The existing tennis court in Wyndwood Park is scheduled for renovation in the spring of 2019. At the request of neighbors, a basketball court will also be installed in the park. A public meeting was held on August 23 to review the plan pictured above. If you have questions, please contact Ann Viger, Director of Planning and Development at aviger@crystallakeparks.org or 815.459.0680 x 4205.

Print Engineer's Plan

Update: July 26, 2018

The existing tennis court in Wyndwood Park is scheduled for renovation in the spring of 2019. At the request of neighbors, a basketball court will also be installed in the park. Anyone who is interesting in viewing the plans or providing input is encouraged to attend a public meeting at the Crystal Lake Park District Administrative Office on Thursday, August 23 at 7:00 PM. If you have questions, please contact Ann Viger, Director of Planning and Development at aviger@crystallakeparks.org or 815.459.0680 x 4205.

Four Colonies Park Playground Replacement

Update: May 6, 2019

The contractor will be completing some "touch ups" to the restored turf areas as soon as the ground has dried out a bit. Wet weather has delayed the final turf restoration work. The playground is open to the public and will not be effected by the turf work.

Update: April 23, 2019

Update: March 29, 2019

The contractor will be completing turf restoration around the ne playgrounds in mid-April.

Update: January 21, 2019

The playground is open to the public. Pictures coming soon. Please feel free to visit the playground and send us pictures! Email pictures to jleech@crystallakeparks.org

Update: December 14, 2018

The new playground was completed today (Dec 14). After a safety inspection by the manufacturer, it will be open to the public. The contractor needs to return to finish up clean up. Turf restoration will be completed next spring.

Update: December 7, 2018

Playground equipment installation is underway although there was a several day delay due to the heavy snow and rain. A site inspection with the contractor is scheduled for next Tuesday.

Update: November 21, 2018

This project is going well and is on schedule.

Update: October 15, 2018

Construction is expected to begin on Monday, October 22. Please excuse any inconveniences caused by the construction equipment. The playground will remain closed throughout the construction period but the remainder of the park will be open.

Update: October 4, 2018

Replacement of the existing playground will begin in mid or late October. Please be aware that the playground will be closed during this time but the remainder of the park will be open. Please excuse any inconvenience caused by construction equipment or material storage.

Update: September 21, 2018

The Board of Commissioners approved the equipment purchase and installation contract for the playground. Work should begin in early November.

Update: August 28, 2018

The existing playground in Four Colonies Park is 22 years old and scheduled for replacement later this year. A public input meeting was held on August 16 which led to the selection of the attached playground design. If you have questions, please contact Ann Viger, Director of Planning and Development at aviger@crystallakeparks.org or 815.459.0680 x 4205.

Please note: this is an artist's concept-actual equipment and colors may vary slightly.

Print Artist's Concept

Update: July 26, 2018

The existing playground in Four Colonies Park is 22 years old and scheduled for replacement later this year. Anyone who is interested in participating in the playground design process is encouraged to attend a public meeting at the Crystal Lake Park District Administrative Office on Thursday, August 16 at 6:00 PM. If you have questions, please contact Ann Viger, Director of Planning and Development at aviger@crystallakeparks.org or 815.459.0680 x 4205.

FeinBerg Park Playground Replacement

701 Juniper Lane, Crystal Lake, IL

Update: May 6, 2019

Asphalt resurfacing of the basketball court will begin in the very near future. Both the basketball and tennis courts will also be color coated soon. The courts will be closed during these projects. The contractor will be completing some "touch ups" to the restored turf areas as soon as the ground has dried out a bit. Wet weather has delayed the final turf restoration work. The playground is open to the public and will not be effected by the turf work.

Update: April 23, 2019

Update: April 18, 2019

The playground drainage problem has been repaired. The playground is once again available for use!

Update: March 28, 2019

We are working with a contractor to have a drain line installed to alleviate flooding issues in the playground area. Staff are targeting a mid-April completion date. We are disappointed that his issue has disrupted plans to get out and play on the new playground and are doing our best to resolve the issue quickly. A contractor will be completing turf restoration around the new playground in mid-April.

Update: January 21, 2019

The playground is open to the public. Pictures coming soon. Please feel free to visit the playground and send us pictures! Email pictures to jleech@crystallakeparks.org

Update: December 14, 2018

The new playground is complete. After a safety inspection by the manufacturer, it will be open to the public. The contractor needs to return to finish up clean up. Turf restoration will be completed next spring.

Update: December 7, 2018

Equipment installation is complete. The safety surfacing was installed earlier this week and turf restoration is in progress. A final walk through with the contractor is scheduled for next Tuesday.

Update: November 21, 2018

This project is going well and is on schedule.

Update: October 15, 2018

Construction began on Monday, October 15. Please excuse any inconveniences caused by the construction equipment. The playground will remain closed throughout the construction period but the remainder of the park will be open.

Update: October 4, 2018

Replacement of the existing playground will begin in mid or late October. Please be aware that the playground will be closed during this time but the remainder of the park will be open. Please excuse any inconvenience caused by construction equipment or material storage.

Update: September 21, 2018

The Board of Commissioners approved both the purchase and installation contracts for the playground. Work should begin in early November.

Update: August 28, 2018

The existing playground in Feinberg Park is 22 years old and scheduled for replacement later this year. A public input meeting was held on August 14 which led to the development of the attached playground layout. If you have questions, please contact Ann Viger, Director of Planning and Development at aviger@crystallakeparks.org or 815.459.0680 x 4205.

Please note: this is an artist's concept-actual equipment and colors may vary slightly.

Print Artist's Concept

Update: July 26, 2018

The existing playground in Feinberg Park is 22 years old and scheduled for replacement later this year. Anyone who is interested in participating in the playground design process is encouraged to attend a public meeting at the Crystal Lake Park District Administrative Office on Tuesday, August 14 at 7:00 PM. If you have questions, please contact Ann Viger, Director of Planning and Development at aviger@crystallakeparks.org or 815.459.0680 x 4205.

Lippold Park Drainage Improvements

Update: May 6, 2019

The drainage improvement project (berm) is complete.

Update: March 21, 2019

Weather permitting, the contractor is expected to return to the site in early April to complete punch list items.

Update: December 14, 2018

The grading, drainage and installation of manhole with restrictor plate is complete. The contractor needs to return to finish up turf and path restoration.

Manhole installed		Swale and Berm		Path at Lippold

Update: November 21, 2018

This project is going well and is on schedule.

Update: November 16, 2018

Work began Thursday, November 15 on the project and is expected to finish at the end of December. Watch here for updates if anything changes.

Update: October 25, 2018

The berm grading project at Lippold Park will be starting around the middle of November. Due to construction along the walking trail, a portion of the trail will be temporarily closed. Please see the attached map for the section to be closed. I will give you updates if the dates change as the project proceeds.

A notice will be send to immediate neighbors of the project, as well as affiliate groups using Lippold Park

Update: October 15, 2018

Bids have been received and the Board of Commissioners is expected to approve a contractor at the next board meeting.

Update: September 21, 2018

The project is out to bid. Bids are due October 10.

Update: August 31, 2018

Engineering plans for increasing the height and length of the berm located just south of the soccer field complex are being finalized. The project is tentatively scheduled for November.

Spoerl Park Renovations

Update: May 15, 2019

Public Meeting Notice:

The Crystal Lake Park District has started a renovation project on the tennis and basketball courts at Spoerl Park. Pavement has been laid and new fencing is currently being installed.

A request to convert the two tennis courts in six pickleball courts has come to the park district's attention. Pickleball is similar to tennis but played on a smaller court with paddles instead of racquets. It is a popular sport that is growing in popularity throughout the Chicagoland area.

The Park District would appreciate input from neighbors of the park since we know that you are a primary user of the facility. If you would like to ask questions, make comments or just learn more about the proposal, please stop by Spoerl Park for an informal meeting on Monday, May 20 at 7 PM.

For updated information, feel free to contact me at the email address below or this section of the website.

Sincerely,

Ann Viger

Director of Park Development and Interpretive Services

815-459-0680 x 4205

Update: May 6, 2019

Renovation work continues at both Spoerl and Wyndwood Parks. The concrete curbs have been installed and fence posts installed at both parks. The last few weeks of wet weather has slowed progress a bit, but the contractor expects to be back on site very soon.

Update: April 18, 2019

The project began last week with removals of the existing paving. Next step is installation of the new fence.

Update: March 8, 2018

The tennis and basketball courts at Spoerl Park will undergo a total renovation project beginning in mid-April. Please be aware that the courts will be closed during this time but the baseball field, parking lot and recreation building will be open as usual. This type of work is weather dependent and the final colored playing surface cannot be applied until there has been a long stretch of warm weather. Therefore, we don't anticipate the courts being open for play until early or mid-July.

Shamrock Hills Park development

Update: May 6, 2019

The driveway and parking improvement project is expected to begin around June 1. The Hillside Road driveway access will be closed during construction.

Update: March 8, 2018

The first phase of development at Shamrock Hills Park is improving the driveway and adding parking spaces. This work will provide public access to the park which is located at the NE corner of Hillside Road and Walkup Avenue. Construction is expected to begin in May or June.

RACKET CLUB PARKING LOT ADA ACCESSIBILITY

monthly schedule

April-July

Spoerl and Wyndwood Tennis and Basketball Court Renovation Project

May-June

Shamrock Hills Driveway and Parking Lot Improvements

August/September

Replacement of two retaining walls behind the Rotary Building at Veteran Acres.

Renovation and improvements to the Oakwoods Lodge parking lot (near the Veteran Acres pond.)

September

Addition of concrete steps near the boat house at Main Beach.

October

Second phase of handicap accessibility improvements at the Racket Club, including replacement of exterior patio and exterior walkways near the courts.

Replacement of the deck at the Lippold Park Family Golf Center clubhouse.