The capital budget authorizes and provides the basis for control of expenditures for the acquisition of significant Park District assets and the construction of all capital facilities. The Arlington Heights Park District develops and annually updates a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). Capital Budget appropriations lapse at the end of the fiscal year, however, they are rebudgeted until the project is complete. As capital improvement projects are completed, the operations of these facilities are funded in the operating budget.
Capital Improvement Project Guidelines
The Project Must:
- Have a monetary value of at least $20,000
- Have a life of at least three years
- Result in the creation of a fixed asset, or the revitalization of a fixed asset
Included within the Above Definition of a Capital Project are the Following Items:
- Construction of new facilities
- Remodeling or expansion of existing facilities
- Purchase, improvement and development of land
- Operating equipment and machinery for new or expanded facilities
- Planning and engineering costs related to specific capital improvements
The Arlington Heights Park District prides itself on engaging the community throughout its Capital Improvements Plan process. Whether it’s the replacement of a playground or the development of a renovated or new facility, residents are invited and encouraged to provide their input and comments. The Park District proactively notifies residents by letters and signage when meetings are scheduled to discuss improvements planned at “their” neighborhood park.
Current Capital Improvement Projects
The Recreation Park Project is currently progressing on the pool, bathhouse and community building. Further updates regarding the project will be communicated as they become available through our website, social media, email newsletter and more.
Flentie Park Revitalization
Governor Pritzker announced that the Arlington Heights Park District is one of the agencies across the state to receive an Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant. This $600,000 grant will go towards the $1.5 million initiative to enhance Flentie Park with the following upgrades:
• Playground Renovation
• Court Game (options include sand volleyball, bag toss, ladder toss or badminton)
• Ballfield Improvements
• Basketball Court Renovation
• Gaga Ball Pit
• Pedestrian Path Improvements
• Picnic Shelter
Centennial Park Project
The demolition work at Centennial Playground is mostly complete and work is currently in progress. Equipment installation will begin in the coming weeks.
AHPD was awarded a $600,000 OSLAD Grant for a major revitalization project at Centennial Park. The initiative will enhance the park with the following upgrades:
• Updated fishing pier and overlook
• A new playground
• New outdoor fitness equipment
• A new shelter
• New game tables
• Improved ballfields
• Enhanced pathways and seating areas
Hasbrook Park Playground Replacement
Hasbrook Park’s new playground is anticipated to be replaced in fall 2026.
Camelot Tennis Courts
Tennis court replacement project is anticipated to begin soon and the courts will be closed during this project. Courts will reopen later this fall.
Forest View Racquet & Fitness Club
New acoustical ceiling will be installed in two hallways at Forest View in the coming weeks.
Lake Arlington
The roof at Lake Arlington will be replaced later this fall.
