Wentland Sports Complex playground renovation
Wentland Sports Complex has been reimagined to fit the needs of this and succeeding generations.
Update on Funding for Needed Recreational Amenities at Clarence Hicks Memorial Sports Park
The Rockford Park District’s Strategic Action Plan includes the recommendation to increase investments at Clarence Hicks Memorial Sports Park. The Rockford Park District Foundation is helping to fundraise for this $4 million project.
2023 Jane Lyons Memorial Scholarship Awarded
Kyra Simon was awarded the 2023 Jane Lyons Memorial Scholarship.
Rockford Park District Continues to Invest in Additional Safety Strategies for Parks and Facilities
Rockford Park District Police have been working on enhanced safety mitigation strategies that included hiring additional officers, enhancing technology, modifying park hours, updating signage, and revising ordinances to strengthen consequences.
Construction Begins on Perks Family Equine Center at Lockwood Park, a Lifechanging Facility Providing Hope and Healing with Horses
The Rockford Park District broke ground on the Perks Family Equine Center at Lockwood Park, 5201 Safford Road, Rockford. Once built, this will be a lifechanging facility serving the needs of youth and teens living with mental health issues, developmental disabilities, trauma, domestic abuse, substance abuse, and other needs.
