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SUMMARY:Public Notice: Krape Park South Entrance Improvement Project
DESCRIPTION:The Freeport Park District announces the Krape Park South Entrance Improvement Project\, a planned investment to enhance safety\, accessibility\, and the overall visitor experience at one of the District’s most visited parks.\n\n\nKrape Park receives more visitors than any other park in the Freeport Park District. Currently\, the south entrance is limited to a single lane and frequently experiences traffic congestion during peak visitation times. These conditions can create delays for park users and challenges for safe traffic flow.\n\n\nIn addition\, the north entrance bridge has a weight restriction that prevents many emergency vehicles and school buses from crossing. Improving and expanding access at the south entrance will help ensure emergency responders\, school groups\, and families can enter the park quickly and safely\, especially during high-use periods.\n\n\nThe project also addresses potentially hazardous trees located along the south entrance corridor. These trees have begun to damage the roadway\, increasing maintenance costs and creating ongoing safety concerns. Planned improvements will allow the Park District to address these issues proactively and sustainably.\n\n\nIn January\, the Freeport Park Board of Commissioners will meet with the intent of the Park District to issue a bond pursuant to the requirements of the Bond Issue Notification Act (30 ILCS 352/5) to support this important infrastructure project.\n\n\nPending approvals\, construction is anticipated to begin April of 2026 and be complete by Fall of 2026. A reminder that vehicles that surpass the north entrance bridge weight restriction should utilize Woodside Drive to enter and exit Krape Park.\n\n\nThe Freeport Park District is committed to maintaining safe\, welcoming\, and accessible parks for all visitors\, and these improvements are a key step toward enhancing the long-term enjoyment and functionality of Krape Park.
URL:https://freeportparkdistrict.org/calendar-events/public-notice-krape-park-south-entrance-improvement-project/
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SUMMARY:Freeport Park District Awarded Funding through Open Space Land Acquisition and Development Program
DESCRIPTION:Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) announced that the Freeport Park District has been awarded grant funding as part of the Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) program. The Freeport Park District is among 67 park projects across Illinois receiving funding to support land acquisition and the development of recreational opportunities that strengthen local communities. \nThrough this program\, the Freeport Park District was awarded $582\,445.50 with equal matching to support a wide range of improvements at Krape Park\, one of the community’s most cherished and highly visited destinations. \nKrape Park is an award-winning park and a major recreational hub in the City of Freeport\, attracting visitors from throughout the region each year. The planned improvements will enhance accessibility\, safety\, and recreational offerings for residents and visitors of all ages and abilities. Proposed project elements include the addition of a scenic nature overlook with seating\, an ADA-accessible fishing pier and related accessibility improvements\, lighting for pickleball courts\, two new playgrounds\, a rock-climbing boulder\, disc golf equipment\, parking lot improvements\, and updated wayfinding signage. Project work is anticipated to begin in Summer of 2026 and be complete by December of 2027. \nTogether\, these enhancements will help ensure Krape Park continues to provide a safe\, inclusive\, and welcoming environment that encourages outdoor recreation\, social interaction\, and community gatherings for years to come.
URL:https://freeportparkdistrict.org/calendar-events/freeport-park-district-awarded-funding-through-open-space-land-acquisition-and-development-program/
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SUMMARY:Bunny Trail - Rain or Shine!
DESCRIPTION:Rain\, rain\, go away…but the Bunny Trail is here to stay!\n\n\nIn the event of severe storms\, we will share updates. Otherwise\, grab your rain boots or sunglasses—the Bunny Trail is happening rain or shine!
URL:https://freeportparkdistrict.org/calendar-events/bunny-trail-4/
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SUMMARY:Registration Night
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Play!\nLooking for an easy and exciting way to plan your summer? This is it!\nJoin us for our Registration Night: a one-night-only opportunity to get ahead\, get inspired\, and maybe even win!\n• Get registered quickly with staff on hand to help\n• Explore programs and find the perfect fit for your family\n• Ask questions and get personalized recommendations\n• Be automatically entered into raffle drawings when you register!
URL:https://freeportparkdistrict.org/calendar-events/registration-night/
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SUMMARY:Arbor Day
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URL:https://freeportparkdistrict.org/calendar-events/arbor-day/
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SUMMARY:Krape Park Art Walk Artist Applications Now Open!
DESCRIPTION:We are seeking submissions from artists and makers of all mediums — photography\, painting\, glass\, metals\, jewelry\, clay\, textiles\, and beyond.\nIf your work is handmade\, we want to see it! This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase your art\, share your creative process through live booth demonstrations\, and engage directly with attendees. APPLY HERE to be part of this inspiring event! \nA $50 application fee is due at the time of registration by May 1. Applications received after May 1 will be subject to a late registration fee of $75. Applications will not be accepted after July 31.
URL:https://freeportparkdistrict.org/calendar-events/krape-park-art-walk-artist-applications-noopen/
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