Press Releases
NLCPD Unveils Inclusive We-Go-Swing at Leigh Creek South Park
The NLCPD is thrilled to announce the installation of a new We-Go-Swing, a groundbreaking addition that reflects our commitment to creating an inclusive and accessible playground environment for all families. Click Here to Read More
NLCPD Park Board Commissioner Positions Available in Upcoming Consolidated Election
The election will take place on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Petitions can be picked up at the NLCPD Administration Building. Click Here to Read More
New Lenox Community Park District Celebrates The Retirement of George Travnicek
The New Lenox Community Park District (NLCPD) bids a fond farewell to George Travnicek, a dedicated member of our team who has decided to embark on a new chapter of life: retirement. Click Here to Read More
NLCPD Celebrates Park and Recreation Month 2024
This July, celebrate “Where You Belong” with the New Lenox Community Park District. Click Here to Read More
NLCPD Receives Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting
The New Lenox Community Park District received the award for the 16th consecutive year. Click Here to Read More
NLCPD Celebrates 55th Anniversary
On Thursday, May 9, 2024, the New Lenox Community Park District marks its 55th anniversary. Click Here to Read More
NLCPD Board President is Chairman-Elect of IAPD
Ted Schulz is Chairman-Elect of Leading Statewide Association for Parks. Click Here to Read More
NLCPD Board President and Vice President Honored at IAPD Gala
Ted Schulz and Brian Fischer were honored for their combined 30 years of service. Click Here to Read More
NLCPD Receives Certificate of Achievement For Excellence in Financial Reporting
The New Lenox Community Park District received the prestigious Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2022, for the 15th year. Click Here to Read More
NLCPD Celebrates Park and Recreation Month
The New Lenox Community Park District is celebrating Park and Recreation Month this July! NLCPD will celebrate how New Lenox is stronger and more vibrant because of parks and recreation. Click Here to Read More
NLCPD Receives POWERPLAY! Grant For Before & After School Program
The New Lenox Community Park District has been awarded a PowerPlay! Beyond School Grant for the ACES PowerPlay! Beyond School Program. The grant, awarded by the Illinois Association of Park Districts (IAPD). Click Here to Read More
NLCPD Receives OSLAD Grant For Water Chase Park
The New Lenox Community Park District was awarded an Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) Grant in the amount of $600,000 to help build Water Chase Park! Click Here to Read More
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