Park District of Oak Park

80 www.pdop.org No Smoking In accordance with Park District Ordinance 7.23, no smoking of any kind (cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, or other tobacco products) is allowed on Park District property. ank you for cooperating. No Alcohol In accordance with Park District Ordinance 7.23, no alcoholic liquor, intoxicating substances or other drugs are allowed on Park District property. ank you for cooperating. No guns No guns are allowed in our parks or facilities. Only Water Allowed on Turf Fields at RCRC, Irving School, Julian Middle School and Brooks Middle School Water is the only consumable allowed on the turf field. No other drinks or food are permitted. is includes chewing gum, candies, seeds, oranges, Gatorade, juice, etc. Food and drink other than water will stain the turf and will cause unsanitary conditions. Bikes in Our Parks No person may ride a bicycle within any park facility where the use of bicycles is posted as prohibited. No person may use a bicycle at any time in a manner that interferes with or threatens any other person. No Skateboarding Skateboarding is prohibited on park benches, monuments, or other park features as posted. No private tennis lessons allowed on Park District tennis courts. According to Park District Ordinance, no person shall conduct any private instruction, lesson, or class in any Park Facility at any time except as previously approved by the Park District. About Dogs in our Parks For the safety of our patrons, dogs are not allowed in Park District playgrounds unless serving as a service animal. Dogs are allowed in our regular parks as long as they are on a leash which is no longer than 8 feet at all times. For dog park information, please see page 19. Carry In/Carry Out Program We all understand the importance of caring for our environment so that we leave our planet better than we found it for future generations. Each one of us can make a difference. e same is true for our parks. Here is your opportunity to be a good park steward. We are asking for your help and cooperation in keeping our parks clean and safe through our Carry In/Carry Out program. You simply need to carry out all waste and recyclables you bring into the park. Basically leave the park the way you found it. It's that simple. Accessibility e Park District of Oak Park welcomes the opportunity to assist residents and visitors with disabilities to enjoy our facilities, programs and services. e Park District is a public entity as defined under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) which prohibits the District from discriminating against individuals with disabilities (as defined by the ADA) in all programs, activities, and services. We are committed to complying with all applicable provisions of Title II as well as all other federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to persons with disabilities. e Park District works closely with our partner, West Suburban Special Recreation Association, who provides recreation programs for adults and children with physical impairments, mental disabilities, or any other type of disability. Residents of all ages with disabilities can participate in year-round programming specifically designed to meet their individual needs through inclusion support of Park District programs and participation in WSSRA programs. To contact WSSRA directly please call (847) 455-2100 or visit www.wssra.net. To request an inclusion aide for a Park District of Oak Park program, please indicate your request on the program registration form which can be completed online at pdop.org or in-person. See page 2 for registration locations and hours. For assistance with special needs at public meetings, please contact Karen Gruzska, Executive Assistant, at (708) 725-2017 or karen.gruzska@pdop.org. For assistance and general information on accessibility at the Park District of Oak Park, contact ADA Coordinator at (708) 725-2250. Important Info SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE FOR ALL AGES Scholarship funds for all ages are available to assist low-income individuals and families in participating in Park District of Oak Park programs. ese funds are provided by the Park District of Oak Park and by the Oak Park Township. For more information or to print an application, please visit www.pdop.org/ scholarships. Key Scholarship program details include: • Oak Park residency is required as well as meeting financial requirements. • Funding for up to 75% of program fees. • Funding limits are by family member. *Please view the online Scholarship Application for details. Scholarship applicants must provide all information requested on the Scholarship Application and pay the approved but reduced amount of program fees. Please contact Customer Service at (708) 725-2000 if you have questions regarding the application process. Please allow up to one week for processing once you have submitted the Scholarship Application and supporting documentation. Note: Scholarship funds are not retroactively applied to registrations done prior. Forms are available online at www.pdop.org/scholarships. Once approved, any unused funds from the 2017 scholarship year do not carry over to 2018.

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