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November 3, 2026 General Election

Two proposed park projects. One community decision.

The Skokie Park District has placed a $53 million bond referendum on the November 2026 ballot to fund potential improvements at Sports Park East and a new Channelside Park South.

 
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October 19, 2026

$53MProposed bond 2Potential project sites 20 yearsProposed bond term Nov. 32026 general election
Project Overview

What is being proposed?

The proposal focuses on two sites identified through community input as opportunities to expand recreation, accessibility, trails, green space and year-round programming.

Conceptual rendering of proposed Sports Park East athletic fields
Conceptual rendering of proposed Sports Park East recreation center
Site plan for proposed Sports Park East improvements
Conceptual interior rendering of proposed Sports Park East recreation center
Site 1

Sports Park East

Potential improvements would expand both indoor and outdoor recreation at one of the district's most heavily used recreation areas.

  • New recreation center
  • Multi-sport courts
  • Two golf simulators
  • .6 mile walking/jogging path
  • Golf practice green
  • Field improvements
  • Sports lighting
  • Fitness challenge course
  • Shelter
  • Restrooms
Conceptual rendering of proposed Channelside Park South bandshell and event lawn