Citizens for Parks is asking residents to show their support for the November 7 referendum to support the Plainfield Park District by displaying Vote Yes For Parks signs in their yards. Signs will be available on Saturday, October 14 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. during sporting events at Four Seasons Park, Renwick Park and Van Horn Woods. Or residents can email citizensforparks@yahoo.com to request a sign.

“As I see it, parks provide major benefits for the environment, for the community and for individuals,”said Committee Co-Chair Wayne Baker.”For as little as $17 a year for the owner of a $100,000 home or $50 a year for the owner of a $300,000, we can invest in the existing park resources as well as in future parks and amenities. This will help make Plainfield a better place to live and play.”

With the additional funds, the park district can purchase maintenance equipment, hire maintenance staff, and create a horticulture department. This will extend the life of existing facilities and park amenities such as playgrounds and enhance the beauty of Park District properties. The community also would see the development of the Ridge Road Sports Complex, active and passive recreation areas on the Clow Stephens property, and an enhanced Renwick Community Park including the expansion and lighting of ballfields and parking lots.

Other possible projects could include the completion of Northwest Community Park, as well as work on other community parks such as Eaton Preserve and the Avery Preserve at Four Seasons Park. In addition, the park district would be able to purchase additional land while it is still available, allowing for the development of future parks and amenities.

Those interested in learning more about the referendum should log onto www.citizensforparks.com or www.plainfieldparkdistrict.com Informational sessions will be scheduled in the community. If you are interested in having someone speak to your group, please call (815) 436-8812.