Mission, Vision and Values

Mission

Provide opportunities for individual growth and community connections through parks and recreation.

Vision

To inspire our community to live happier and healthier lives by providing exceptional opportunities to play, learn and grow.

Values

  • Fun: Providing enjoyable experiences in the workplace and community.
  • Accountability: High standards of performance, ethics, efficiency, and fiscal responsibility.
  • Community: Aligning services and programs with needs while growing connections with residents.
  • Empathy: Providing a safe, cooperative, inclusive atmosphere for all.

Rolling Meadows Park District at a Glance

Rolling Meadows Park District was formed in 1958 and celebrated its 60th Anniversary in 2018. We are professionally accredited as an Illinois Distinguished Accredited Agency a program of the Illinois Association of Park Districts and the Illinois Park and Recreation Association. We are also a four-time finalist for the National Gold Medal award for excellence in parks and recreation management.

Parks Directory

Park Board of Commissioners

Liz Bolash, Bill Cooley, Emily Ford, Christy Savino, Matt Postma, Jay Sullivan and Mark Votruba

Size and Scope of Services

Total Number of Acres: 151
Total Number of Parks: 11
Total Number of Facilities: 6
Regular Full-time Employees: 40
Part-time & Seasonal Employees: 160

Finance Facts

Tax Base (Equalized Assessed Valuation): $813,316,095
Tax Rate: .638 cents per $100 assessed value
P.D. Taxes on $200,000 home (estimated): $309
2024 Operating Budget: $9,114,000
Last Approved Tax Referendum: 1971

Community Demographics

Population (2020 census): 23,004
Number of households: 8,491
Median Household Income (2020 census): $78,609

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Program Guide

Head to ‘The Bays’ for Rolling Meadows Park District’s New Golf Experience

Rolling Meadows Park District Takes Home Two Statewide Awards

Rolling Meadows Park District Seeking Community Feedback Through a Needs Assessment Survey

Open House Offers Families the Chance to Experience Rolling Meadows Park District Preschool

Inclement Weather Updates for January 23, 2026

Rolling Meadows Park District Receives Illinois Distinguished Accredited Agency Award

Discover Your Favorite Activities in the Winter-Spring Program Guide

Ribbon Cutting Planned September 27 for Community Center Park Upgrades

Rolling Meadows Park District Partners with National Fitness Campaign and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois to Bring Outdoor Workout Area to Community Center Park

Get Stepping in September with Rolling Meadows Park District

Rolling Meadows Park District Seeks Feedback Regarding ADA Compliance

Give Summer the Perfect Sendoff at Back to School Bash

Experience One of the Area’s Largest Touch-A-Truck Events at Rolling Meadows Park District

Rolling Meadows Park District Breaks Ground on Community Center Park Upgrades

Discover New Experiences and Make Memories at Rolling Meadows Park District Summer Camps

Create Your New Park District Account

Play, Learn and Grow this Winter with Rolling Meadows Park District

Rolling Meadows Park District Recognized for Strong Financial Reporting

Carve the Perfect Pumpkin at Rolling Meadows Park District

Celebrate the New Countryside Park Playground

Discover the Benefits of Pilates Reformers at The Grove Fitness Studio Open House

Rolling Meadows Park District Dedicates Bench to Honor Preschool Teacher

‘A Positive Impact’ Nick Troy Returns to Rolling Meadows Park District as Executive Director

Pack Your Local Parks This Summer with Rolling Meadows Park District

Countryside Park to be Home of State's First Quito Geometric Net Climber

Discover Vehicles of All Shapes and Sizes at Rolling Meadows Park District’s Touch A Truck

Rolling Meadows Park District Executive Director Kevin Romejko Reflects Before Heading to Bartlett Park District

Rolling Meadows Park District Celebrates New Adult Activity Center Name

Spring Forward to Eggs Galore

Children Invited to Pick Their Playground at Community Input Meeting

Skate with Santa & Friends at West Meadows Ice Arena

Warm up to a Season of Fun at Rolling Meadows Park District

Don't Trash Your Pumpkins, Smash Them!

Spooky Season is underway at Rolling Meadows Park District

Let the Dogs Out at Bark in the Park

Environmental Stewardship: Eagle Scout and Senior Center Add New Birdhouses to Park District Site

Explore a Variety of Vehicles at Touch-A-Truck

Pack the Park with Rolling Meadows Park District

Firefighters, Park District Make Positive Impact Through Pancake Breakfast Proceeds

Rolling Meadows Park District Seeking Applicants for Board Vacancy

Board of Commissioners Vacancy

BOC Vacancy

Spend Memorial Day Weekend at Nelson Sports Complex Pool!

Rolling Meadows Park District to Receive $600,000 OSLAD Grant for Community Center Park Amenities

Get Your 2023 Senior Center Membership

Rolling Meadows Park District Receives Award for Kirchoff Road Underpass Mural Project

Shannon McNamara Memorial 5K Race Results

Collect a Sticker for a Cause at Family Flashlight Walk

Fall into Fun with Early Childhood Classes

Underpass Mural Painted by Rolling Meadows High School Students Vandalized with Spray Paint

Cardinal Drive Park Grand Opening Set for September 27

Rolling Meadows Park District Residents Invited to Learn About Community Center Park Proposal

Give Summer the Perfect Sendoff at Rolling Meadows Park District's Annual Fish Boil

Savor Summer with Discounted Pool Passes

Rolling Meadows Park District Seeking Applicants for Board Vacancy

Rolling Meadows High School Art Club Transforms Underpass with Mural

Discover the ABCs of Early Childhood at Rolling Meadows Park District Preschool Open House

Rolling Meadows Park District Awarded Public and Private Funding for Community Cleanup Event

A variety activities are planned Saturday, April 23 at Kimball Hill Park

Rolling Meadows Park District Fitness Instructor Plans Zumba Party Fundraiser for Lurie Children’s Heart Center

Rolling Meadows Park District Skating Instructors Take International Stage

2022-2023 Preschool Registration is Underway!

Rolling Meadows Park District Aims for Inclusivity at Family Date Night

Spend Winter Break with Rolling Meadows Park District

Give the Gift of a Rolling Meadows Park District Experience

Rolling Meadows Park District gift certificates make the perfect stocking stuffer!

Holiday Building Closures

Celebrate the Holidays at Rolling Meadows Park District Events

From themed ice skating to family events featuring Santa, a variety of festive activities are planned throughout December and early January.

‘Reform' Your Fitness Routine with Rolling Meadows Park District

Enjoy Treats and Tales at Spooky Story Path

StoryWalk® Among Latest Amenity Vandalized at Rolling Meadows Park District

Update on Cardinal Drive Park Renovation

Experience Door County Dining with Rolling Meadows Park District

Feast at a Fish Boil Friday, September 17 at the Community Center!

Spend Labor Day Weekend at Nelson Sports Complex Pool

Enjoy reduced admission Saturday and Sunday and FREE resident admission on Labor Day!

Let the Dogs Out for Rolling Meadows Park District's Dog Days

Vandalism Closes Kimball Hill Park Restrooms

Autumn is Awesome at Rolling Meadows Park District

Have Fun at Work with Us!

Take a StoryWalk® With Rolling Meadows Park District and Rolling Meadows Library

Savor Summertime Entertainment with Park Shows

See Trucks ‘Roll Through’ Rolling Meadows

Celebrate Unplug Illinois Day with the Rolling Meadows Park District

Cardinal Drive Park Inclusive Playground Project

Trex Recycling Program

Trex Recycling Program

Park Board of Commissioners Vacancy

The Rolling Meadows Park District Board of Commissioners is accepting applications

Bird Houses

Bird House Sanctuary has come to Rolling Meadows!

Restore Illinois: Tier 2 Update

Holiday Building Hours

Restore Illinois - Tier 3 Update

Phase 4 Update

Reopening the Park District

How the Park District is navigating Phase 3 of Restore Illinois

May 14 COVID-19 Update

Update on the Nelson Sports Complex Pool and Splash Pad for the 2020 Season

Updated Information on COVID-19 - March 12

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Preventative Measures

Community Center Project

Completed

Pilates Studio at The Grove

1/11/20

Splash Pad Project

Complete

Countryside Park Project

Completed
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