FAQ

Lake Bluff Park District Boundaries

See Proof of Residency requirements on page 2. Please note: A Lake Bluff postal address does not determine Park District residency Residency is determined by residing within Park District boundaries. Non-residents, Commercial Groups, Business and Corporate Residents, Active Adult Non-Residents and City of Lake Forest, as defined by the policy do not receive resident rates for daily admission fees and memberships for the Pool, Open Gym and Sunrise Park and Beach. Open Gym is available for City of Lake Forest middle and high school students. The non-resident fees are intended to apportion an equalizing fee to our non-resident participants, so they contribute to the overall financing of the park system on an equitable basis with residents. Boundary information is at https://maps.lakecountyil.gov/mapsonline/

Program Guide Delivery: Does It Mean You’re a Resident?

Lake Bluff Park District program guides are delivered by the Lake Bluff Post Office to homeowners/businesses in Lake Bluff, Knollwood, and North Chicago. Even though you receive a program guide through the mail, you may not be a Park District resident. Only those who pay taxes to the Lake Bluff Park District are considered residents. Please call the Park District Office at 847-234-4150 if you have any questions concerning resident requirements.

Lake Forest Residents

Lake Forest Residents are eligible to receive resident rates for all recreation programs, daily fees and memberships. Included are Preschool, Fitness, Paddle and Golf memberships, Recreation Programs and Services. Lake Bluff Pool and Beach memberships and fees are not included.

Mail-In, Fax or Drop Off Registration Now!

Online Resident Registration begins Saturday, December 10 at 9:00 am

Office/Fax Resident Registration begins Monday, December 12 at 9:00 am

Non–Resident Registration begins Saturday, December 17 at 9:00 am

Details, Details

High School Students — Take Note:

All adult programs are open to high school students unless otherwise noted.

Min/Max:

For each program at the Park District, there’s a minimum number of registrants needed before a class can “go.” Most teachers are paid per class period, not per student. So if enough people don’t register, the Park District loses money—your money. In order to determine adequate registration, your registration must be at least seven days prior to the first date the class is held.

But why a maximum? The more students, the less individualized attention. We like to keep the student /teacher ratio low to ensure you get what you expect—a high quality program. The minimum number of registrants is the first number shown. The maximum is the second one shown.

Resident/Non-Resident Fees:

When two fees for a program are shown with a slash separating them (for example $50/$60), the first fee is the Park District Resident fee, and the second fee is the Non-Resident fee.

Photo Policy:

Photos are periodically taken of participants in a class, during a special event or at the District’s parks. Please be aware that these photos are for Park District use only and may be used in the District’s web site, program guides, pamphlets, social media or flyers.

Are You Covered?

The Lake Bluff Park District does not carry medical or accident insurance for program participants—the cost would make program fees prohibitive. Please review your own personal health insurance plan to be certain that you and your family have proper coverage.

ADA Compliance

The Lake Bluff Park District will comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. If anyone in your family would like to participate in a Park District program but requires special facilities or equipment because of a disability, please phone 847-234-4150. The Park District will make reasonable accommodations in recreation programs and facilities to enable participation by an individual with a disability. The ADA requires that recreational programs offered by the Park District be available in the most integrated setting appropriate for each individual. If you have any questions about the Park District’s policy regarding ADA, or believe you have been discriminated against by the Park District, contact 847-234-4150. A procedure is available for the resolution of complaints.

Financial Aid Program

The Lake Bluff Park District provides assistance for residents residing within the boundaries of the Park District. The amount of financial aid awarded is discounted at 25% or 50%, depending on family size, family income and special circumstances. Those families who qualify may receive a discount in programs that are not contractual in nature. Programs eligible to scholarship recipients include: general early childhood, early childhood enrichment, preschool, special events, adult and youth in-house athletics, camps, regular School of Dance classes (does not include competition dance classes), ARC, Before and After School Care, swim and diving lessons, swim team, and paddle lessons. Facility memberships are not included in the financial aid program. The maximum annual family discount is $1,000. Any resident interested in this program may stop by the recreation center guest services desk and pick up an application to fill out. The application is also available on-line at www.lakebluffparks.org If you have any questions, please call the guest services desk at 847-234-4150.

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Did you know that your tax dollars only provide half the operating budget for the Lake Bluff Park District? The remaining sum is underwritten through program fees and charitable contributions.

Your annual contribution to the Friends of Lake Bluff Parks ensures our park district continues to offer valued programming, safe playgrounds and well-kept recreational facilities.

The generosity of past Lake Bluffers helped to provide these incredible facilities. Please join us to ensure their legacy continues to serve our community for years to come. Let’s keep the fun rolling with your annual contribution!