Wheaton Park District commissioners will discuss a bond sale and proposed 2027 pool fees at a subcommittee meeting Wednesday. A potential partnership with Community Unit School District 200 on a park path project is also on the agenda.
The session begins at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4, at the DuPage County Historical Museum, 102 E. Wesley St., according to the district's posted agenda. No votes will be taken. The meeting is for review and discussion only.
Bond sale and budget hearing
Commissioners will review plans for an online competitive sale of General Obligation Limited Tax Park Bonds, Series 2026, scheduled for Nov. 17. The agenda does not list the dollar amount of the bond issue.
The board will also review a public notice for a Nov. 18 hearing on the district's proposed 2027 budget and appropriation ordinance, labeled Ordinance No. 2026-08. That ordinance would cover the fiscal year beginning Jan. 1, 2027, and ending Dec. 31, 2027.
Pool fees and facility survey
A proposal for 2027 rates at Rice Pool/Waterpark and Northside Pool is on the agenda. The review covers season passes, daily rates and coupon books, though specific proposed prices are not listed in the agenda.
Separately, commissioners will review a draft survey about Rice Pool and the district's athletic facility.
School district path partnership
The board will discuss a partnership option with CUSD 200 for the Kelly-Edison Park Asphalt Path Project. The agenda does not describe the scope or cost-sharing terms.
Zoo pavilion, grants and operations
Under buildings and grounds, commissioners will review quotes for a staining project at the Cosley Zoo Hale Family Pavilion. They will also discuss options for assigning a $75,000 general infrastructure grant.
Other items include bid results for gasoline and diesel fuel supply, a golf course chemical purchase for Arrowhead Golf Club and a sign printer replacement for the Park Services Center.
Insurance and other business
Dave Meyer, president of CFM Insurance, will present on the district's 2027 health insurance renewal. Commissioners will then discuss renewal quotes and a premium contribution strategy for health, dental, vision, group term life and employee assistance program rates.
The board will also review possible commissioner attendance at the 2027 Illinois Association of Park Districts conference. A separate item covers an ePACT proposal for emergency document collection in day camp and early childhood programs.
Under Resolution 2026-09, commissioners will review appointments to the DuPage County Historical Museum Foundation Inc. board. The meeting will include a closed session covering personnel matters, a public office vacancy, real property and pending litigation.
