Vision/Mission
The Rockford Park District was formed in 1909 and is in its second century of service. It is the second largest park and recreation system in Illinois, and has twice been awarded the prestigious National Gold Medal for excellence in parks and recreation management, and is a Distinguished Agency, professionally accredited for high standards and superior services.
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Jack L. Armstrong | Douglas J. Brooks | Ian K. Linnabary | Nate Martin | Tyler Smith
VISION
The Rockford Park District is the “best” urban park and recreation system in North America, as judged by those we serve.
MISSION
Helping people enjoy life!
GLOBAL PRIORITY RESULT
Park space and recreation are essential for the quality of life in the Rockford Park District, resulting in a high return on investment of available resources.
PRIORITY RESULTS
I. Well-maintained park space and recreational facilities meet the recreational needs of this and succeeding generations of District residents.
II. Residents are involved in diverse and well supported recreational activities for their health, well-being, and entertainment.
III. Residents value recreation as essential for a healthy life.
IV. Residents have exceptional parks and recreation facilities, services, and programs at a reasonable cost.
SIZE AND SCOPE OF SERVICES
Number of Park and Facility Sites: 176
Regular Employees: 178
Seasonal Employees: 1,433
Total Park Acreage: 4,896.59
Land Area: 125 square miles
2011 User Visits: 9,519,512
FINANCIAL FACTS
Tax Base: $2,719,006,387 (2011 estimated)
Tax Rate: 84.06¢ per $100 assessed value (2011 estimated)
P.D. Taxes on $100,000 home: $266 (2011 estimated)
2012 Park District Operating Budget: $31,901,798
Revenues: Taxes 55% Intergovernmental 10% Fees 33% Interest, Sponsorships, & Other 2%
Expenses: Personnel 44% Benefits 17% Supplies 9% Services 26% Fund Transfers Out 4%
2012 Park District Capital Budget: Revenues $14,445,104 Expenses $17,436,770
Revenues: Taxes 35% Intergovernmental 9% Donations, Grants, & Other 56%
Expenses: Repair & Replacement 44% Additions 21% Debt 31% Other 4%
Last Approved Tax Rate Referendum: 1990 (10¢ Corporate/Maintenance) 1979 (5¢ Recreation)
Community Demographics
Population: 199,463
Number of Households: 83,394
Source: 2010 Census
click here for 2011 attendance figures
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Jack L. Armstrong | Douglas J. Brooks | Ian K. Linnabary | Nate Martin | Tyler Smith
VISION
The Rockford Park District is the “best” urban park and recreation system in North America, as judged by those we serve.
MISSION
Helping people enjoy life!
GLOBAL PRIORITY RESULT
Park space and recreation are essential for the quality of life in the Rockford Park District, resulting in a high return on investment of available resources.
PRIORITY RESULTS
I. Well-maintained park space and recreational facilities meet the recreational needs of this and succeeding generations of District residents.
II. Residents are involved in diverse and well supported recreational activities for their health, well-being, and entertainment.
III. Residents value recreation as essential for a healthy life.
IV. Residents have exceptional parks and recreation facilities, services, and programs at a reasonable cost.
SIZE AND SCOPE OF SERVICES
Number of Park and Facility Sites: 176
Regular Employees: 178
Seasonal Employees: 1,433
Total Park Acreage: 4,896.59
Land Area: 125 square miles
2011 User Visits: 9,519,512
FINANCIAL FACTS
Tax Base: $2,719,006,387 (2011 estimated)
Tax Rate: 84.06¢ per $100 assessed value (2011 estimated)
P.D. Taxes on $100,000 home: $266 (2011 estimated)
2012 Park District Operating Budget: $31,901,798
Revenues: Taxes 55% Intergovernmental 10% Fees 33% Interest, Sponsorships, & Other 2%
Expenses: Personnel 44% Benefits 17% Supplies 9% Services 26% Fund Transfers Out 4%
2012 Park District Capital Budget: Revenues $14,445,104 Expenses $17,436,770
Revenues: Taxes 35% Intergovernmental 9% Donations, Grants, & Other 56%
Expenses: Repair & Replacement 44% Additions 21% Debt 31% Other 4%
Last Approved Tax Rate Referendum: 1990 (10¢ Corporate/Maintenance) 1979 (5¢ Recreation)
Community Demographics
Population: 199,463
Number of Households: 83,394
Source: 2010 Census
click here for 2011 attendance figures
Value and Benefits for Residents
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