6/30/20 – UPDATE: Tee Times no longer required. Groups of 6 or less will be permitted onto the course every 15 minutes. We are now accepting all golfers throughout the day to golf without reservations. This will be on a first-come first-serve basis. All Social Distancing rules will apply. Please allow two holes of separation between all groups. Must wear face covering when social distancing requirements cannot be met.
Read the 2020 Season Guidelines before your visit so you know what to expect.
We have also created an “Activities while you Stay at Home ” webpage with some ideas on what to do if you’re getting stir crazy. It includes home workouts, indoor and outdoor ideas for fun, social media games and more.
Coral Cove Water Park will stay closed for the 2020 Season
April 28, 2020
Dear Carol Stream Park District Residents and Patrons:
Coral Cove Water Park will stay closed for the 2020 Season
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Carol Stream Park District will be keeping the Coral Cove Water Park closed for the 2020 swim season. If you already purchased a 2020 season pass, your park district account will be credited.
The Carol Stream Park District Board and Staff feel this is the right decision for the health and safety of the community as we continue to cope with how the COVID-19 pandemic unfolds. There are still so many questions we wish we could answer. The Park District has not been spared from the evolving challenges we face in not opening up facilities, not running programs and canceling events. As one of the biggest employers in the community, we also understand the huge impact caused by not hiring seasonal staff. We are truly heartbroken that we are unable to bring you the recreational opportunities we had planned and that you are used to seeing and enjoying.
We also understand that Coral Cove Water Park provides immeasurable benefits to the community. Coral Cove provides fun days in the sun, a place to make family memories, a great place for friends to play, or a local place to hang out. However, ensuring the safety and well-being of the community, visitors and staff must take priority.
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) does not recommend visiting water parks. To operate Coral Cove Water Park, we would still need to comply with social distancing (keeping people 6 feet or more apart), size limitations (keeping gatherings under 50 people), and cleaning/disinfecting guidelines. We considered the impact of these recommendations on the pool, our community, visitors and staff; and we determined it is unclear how to open the water park and still comply with the strict limits and safety protocols issued by the CDC and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).
The Carol Stream Park District is anxious to fully serve our residents and get life back to “normal,” but we must do so based on the recommendations of our State Officials and the CDC; we take our responsibility to prevent the spread of COVID-19 seriously. The safety and well-being of our residents must remain at the forefront in order to see any return to normalcy in the future. This overall effort is our highest priority.
Thank you for understanding and stay safe.
Sincerely,
Jim Reuter
Executive Director
Carol Stream Park District
#InThisTogether
Our Response to Your Email Inquiries
4/17/2020 – Response to Email Inquiries
The Carol Stream Park District has received many comments and inquiries to the info@csparks.org mailbox, and we thank you. It helps us to know what is on our residents’ minds, what is important to you at this time.
The COVID-19 crisis we are currently living through has produced so many questions and “what-if’s” about park district programs, facilities, parks, events, camps, sports leagues, etc. We honestly want to answer all your questions, and we hope to do so in due time. We are closely monitoring the day-to-day news and Illinois government briefings; but right now, we do not have answers. Our decisions will be based on questions like:
Will Illinois extend or adjust the Stay at Home Order?
Will the CDC continue to recommend a limit on numbers for public gatherings?
Will the 6-foot social distancing requirement continue, and for how long?
The answers to these questions alone will have a profound effect on when and how we reopen our facilities, how we run our programs and operations, and how we implement safety measures moving forward. Until we have a better understanding of these answers (which could still evolve and change), the more confident we can be in our answers to you. We ask for your patience and understanding as we all manage through this predicament together.
In the meantime, our recreation staff has been posting an “Activity of the Day” on Facebook to keep you and your families engaged and to let you know that we are thinking about you. We’ve created an Activities page on the website that has up-to-date information about parks, and things to do, both indoors and outdoors. The page includes some interesting resources to educate and keep you “in the know”.
Currently, trails remain open while it is safe to do so. Walkers, joggers, cyclists – everyone should practice social distancing even outdoors. The Activities web page provides a statement and link to the National Recreation and Park Association about how to practice social distancing while outdoors.
The Carol Stream Park District is tentatively set to open on May 11. Programs that have previously been canceled will remain so. We will confirm this date when we are certain, based on State and Federal directives. Until then, as answers to inquiries and information become available, we will keep you informed via communication through emails and our website.
Thank you. Stay Safe!
Jim Reuter
Executive Director
Carol Stream Park District
Specific Park/Amenity Closures
UPDATE: Bark Park and Horizon Park are open – 6/1/2020
April 2, 2020
Dear Carol Stream Park District Members and Customers:
In order to prevent COVID-19 from spreading, and in the effort to keep groups of 10 or more from congregating, we have made the decision to close specific parks or park amenities.
Basketball Courts/Hoops at ALL PARKS – CLOSED
Inline Skate Court at Armstrong Park – CLOSED
Skate Park at Hampe Park – CLOSED
PARKS
Parks will remain open at this time excluding those mentioned above. I encourage you to take a walk, ride your bike, get fresh air. If you visit one of our parks, you must follow the Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommendations of practicing safe social distancing, keeping a 6-foot distance from others and staying home if you are sick. Note that park restrooms are not open at this time. Parks staff continue to pick up garbage on Mondays and Fridays.
PLAYGROUNDS ARE CLOSED – All playgrounds are CLOSED until further notice as directed by the State of Illinois. If you see people congregating on a playground, call the police.
Again, the Carol Stream Park District thanks you for your continuing patience and understanding during this unprecedented time. We know it is hard, it is confusing, and it’s surreal. The best we can all do is take precautions and stay healthy. We will forge through this but we must do it together.
Be a Good Human and stay safe!
Respectfully,
Jim Reuter
Executive Director
Carol Stream Park District
Meet Brian . . . in this non-COVID-19 post!
The Carol Stream Park District announces Brian Kucharski as Division Manager of Fitness and Aquatics. Brian joins the Carol Stream Park District and Fountain View Fitness Center after having spent the last 11 years at the Itasca Park District. Four of those years were spent as the Fitness Manager for the district overseeing facility operations, personal training, as well as group fitness. Throughout his career, Brian has prided himself in building relationships with community members and local businesses.
Brian received his Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science from Elmhurst College. In addition to his degree Brian has continued his educational endeavors by becoming a certified personal trainer, a certified CPR/AED instructor, and most recently obtaining his CPRP (Certified Park and Recreation Professional). Brian is excited to work with his fellow colleagues and Board of Commissioners to promote all things health and wellness to the community of Carol Stream.
Brian just helped the district in a social media challenge called #See10Do10. He has an unusual way of doing push-ups.
Dear Carol Stream Park District Members and Customers:
As we social distance ourselves and follow the Governor’s STAY AT HOME Order, I do hope you are finding ways to stay healthy, both physically and mentally. With the weather improving, I encourage you to take a walk, ride your bike, get fresh air.
I want to share with you a statement from the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) that supports the safe use of parks during the COVID-19 outbreak. Read Statement
The Carol Stream Park District supports this statement, and we encourage you to use our open spaces to maintain your physical and mental health. However, a few rules apply per the Governor’s proclamation in response to this ongoing situation and the STAY AT HOME Order:
PARKS
Our parks will remain open at this time, including the Bark Park. If you visit one of our parks, you must follow the Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommendations of practicing safe social distancing, keeping a 6-foot distance from others and staying home if you are sick. Note that park restrooms are not open at this time. Parks staff continue to pick up garbage on Mondays and Fridays.
PLAYGROUNDS ARE CLOSED
All playgrounds are CLOSED until further notice as directed by the State of Illinois.
FACILITY CLOSURES
The following Carol Stream Park District facilities will remain closed through May 10. As the situation continues to evolve, cancellations and closure information may change:
Fountain View Recreation Center
Simkus Recreation Center
Elk Trail Recreation Center
Maintenance Facility
McCaslin Sports Complex
NO PHONES UNTIL APRIL 8
In compliance with the STAY AT HOME Order, phones are not being manned through April 7. During this time, if you need to contact us, reach out to us via email at info@csparks.org. We will do our best to respond to you Monday-Friday between 9am-5pm via email.
CANCELED PROGRAMS AND EVENTS (including Fountain View Fitness)
All programs, rentals, indoor/outdoor activities and events that may exceed 50 or more people are canceled through May 10. As the situation continues to evolve, cancellations and closure information may change.
PROGRAMS TENTATIVELY SET TO BEGIN
The following programs are tentatively scheduled to begin as explained below. Should additional information or executive orders be issued, these dates may change:
Youth and Adult Sports – More detailed information for participants registered in youth and adult sports will be coming soon. Staff is currently working on adjusting start dates for all sports leagues and will be in contact with participants no later than Monday, March 30.
Coyote Crossing Mini Golf – season to open on May 1; some limitations apply, such as limiting the amount of visitors. Social distancing procedures will be in place. We will clean and sanitize equipment before and after each use.
REGARDING CREDITS/REFUNDS
We have posted information about credits and refunds on our website.
The Carol Stream Park District thanks you for your patience and understanding during this unprecedented time. We ask that you take all precautions and stay healthy. We will forge through this but we must do it together.
Be a Good Human and stay safe!
Respectfully,
Jim Reuter
Executive Director
Carol Stream Park District
Regarding Credits / Refunds during COVID-19
REGARDING CREDITS / REFUNDS
Memberships: Members of Fountain View Fitness that have paid in full will have their membership extended for the length of the closure. For example: for as many weeks we are closed, your membership will be extended. Members that pay monthly for their fitness memberships not be charged for April and will be prorated on the next monthly bill based on the date that we reopen.
Rentals and Parties: We are currently contacting patrons with rentals through May 10. If your rental or party has been scheduled during this time, we will be happy to refund or reschedule your event without a cancellation or rescheduling fee.
Before and After School, Preschool, Forte Dance Company, Dance Recital and Springers Gymnastics with automatic billing will NOT be charged or billed during the closure. These automatic billings and payments are suspended until we reopen. More information on the Dance Recital and corresponding classes will be forthcoming. Forever Young payments for trips scheduled after 5/10 will be processed as scheduled. Credits have been issued for trips from 3/16 – 5/10. Forever Young Participants that are not on EZ Pay can make payments by mail or online.
All programs and events that were scheduled to take place or were in progress during the closure are being credited to your park district account automatically at this time. Please allow up to 10 business days for the credits to be processed. If you wish to receive a refund, please contact us.
Please note that the refund/credit process mentioned above are being offered during this special closure and are not our standard policies. If you have any questions regarding our refund policy, feel free to email us at info@csparks.org.
UPDATE 3/14/20 – Your Park District & COVID-19
Due to the rapidly evolving developments and public health implications in the potential spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and our responsibility to the well-being of the general public, we are closing as a public health precaution in response to the recommendations from the CDC and the Illinois Department of Public Health.
All access to the public with respect to programs, services, and facilities are suspended effective Sunday, March 15, 2020 at 6:30pm.
Full operations are tentatively scheduled to resume at all Carol Stream Park District facilities beginning Monday, May 11, but this is a fluidly changing situation and we will continue to keep you updated.
The Park District is monitoring developments closely and will update our plans for resuming operations and other related details on our website and on our social media outlets.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during this unprecedented time.
UPDATE 3/13/20 – Your Park District & COVID-19
The Carol Stream Park District first wants to assure you that there are no known COVID-19 cases in the district. Along with our school districts and other local agencies, we are proactively taking measures to help to reduce the spread of illness throughout our community.
We are canceling the following programs and events:
Dodgeball Remainder of the season
Forever Young San Antonio Overnight Trip
Swim Team Pasta Dinner – March 13
Youth Basketball playoffs – March 14-15
Preschool Fun Fair – March 14
GSL Softball Tournament – March 14
Swim Conference Meet – March 14
Baseball/Softball Meet and Greet – March 15
Swim Team end of season party – March 15
Soccer Meet and Greet – March 19
Frozen Theatre Performances – March 21 – 22
Forever Young Trips through March 30
Bunny Bash – April 11
All other programs, events, fitness and facility operations will continue for now. We do ask that you take our recommendations to heart and also help prevent the spread of COVID-19:
Limit visitors/parents to one. If you need to accompany your child to a class, leave the rest of the family at home if you can do so.
If you or your child is sick or feeling unwell, please stay home.
Your child should wash his/her hands before and after classes, games, etc.
Send a water bottle with your child or for yourself.
As the situation remains fluid we will continue to closely monitor the recommendations of the IDPH or CDC. We will provide updated communication on any further decisions on cancellations. Thank you for your cooperation.
