Mike Costello 11/7/23 Mike Costello 11/7/23

Veteran NBA Referee Trains Young Refs in Rockford

Former NBA referee Gary Zielinski recently came to the UW Health Sports Factory to train IHSA basketball referees and teens involved in Rockford Park District’s Jr. Referee Developmental Program.

Mike Costello 10/19/23 Mike Costello 10/19/23

Wantz Park Improvements

Rockford Park District is able to reinvest in Wantz Park. Watch for updates on our website.

Mike Costello 10/13/23 Mike Costello 10/13/23

Harmon Park Improvements

Neighbors Enjoy New Recreational Amenities at Harmon Park Thanks to Funding Secured by Illinois State Representative Maurice West.

Mike Costello 10/5/23 Mike Costello 10/5/23

Riverview Ice House Reopens

Riverview Ice House Reopens; Celebrating Major Renovations to a 48-Year-Old Ice Facility Thanks to Outside Capital and Operational Funding Support.

Mike Costello 9/30/23 Mike Costello 9/30/23

Oxford Park Playground Improvements

On Saturday, September 30, 2023, the Rockford Park District dedicated a newly renovated playground at Oxford Park in memory of Rockford Park District team member and 12th Ward Alderman John Beck.

Mike Costello 9/28/23 Mike Costello 9/28/23

Renovations Begin at Newly Named Victory Park in New Milford

A park improvement project is officially underway in the Village of New Milford to make sure the park space meets the needs of this and succeeding generations.