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PUBLIC NOTICE

FOSS PARK DISTRICT

NOTICE OF RESCHEDULED COMMITTEE/REGULAR BOARD MEETING

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Committee and Regular Board Meeting of the Board of Park Commissioners of the Foss Park District, Lake County, Illinois, previously scheduled for Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM, has been rescheduled.

THE RESCHEDULED REGULAR MEETING will instead take place on:

  • New Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026
  • Time: Committee Meeting 6:00 PM/Regular Meeting 7:00 PM
  • Location: Community Recreation Center, 1730 Lewis Avenue, North Chicago, IL 60064

Posted: August 25, 2026  1:00 PM

 

FOSS PARK BEACH — OPEN 

Foss Park Beach is officially OPEN for swimming, wading, and all other activities.

The Lake County Health Department has informed us that a recent water testing confirmed that Foss Park Beach has tested clear of E. coli. 

View the Lake County Health Department Beach Monitoring and Advisories

 

Upcoming Events

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Programs

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Board Meetings

Information and Materials from our Board Meetings

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The mission of the Foss Park District (FPD) is to accommodate its culturally diverse residents with parks and recreation services.

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Winter 2023-24
Program

The Program offers a convenient way to browse through a wide range of recreation activities, youth programs, community events, and senior or adult activities.

Lake County
Health Department

The Lake County Health Department is a public health agency committed to promoting and protecting the well-being of the residents of Lake County.

Catholic
Charities

Catholic Charities and North Chicago have partnered up to provide vital services and support to the community. Catholic Charities is a non-profit organization, based in the North Chicago.

Foss Park is the perfect place for your next event  Learn more about Renting Our Facility

THANK YOU FOR HELPING US BUILD A PLAYGROUND AT TWIN CITY PARK

PLEASE TAKE THE SURVEY ON THE PLAYGROUND BUILD

Foss Park District Commissioner 2027 Election

Notice of Election Calendar: Consolidated Election April 2027

The Foss Park District is currently seeking candidates for park board commissioner for the April 6, 2027, consolidated Election. The office of park board commissioner is non-partisan and interested candidates can pick-up nominating packets at the Community Recreation Center located at 1730 Lewis Avenue, North Chicago. The Foss Park District will have two -6 year full-term seats available. No person shall be eligible to serve as park commissioner unless that person is a qualified elector of the park district as has resided within the District at least one year prior to election or appointment. Petitions can begin circulation on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.

Courtesy candidate packets can be picked up at the Community Recreation Center during the hours of 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday and are available online at fosspark-district.org. All completed nomination papers should be filed at the Community
Recreation Center located at 1730 Lewis Avenue, North Chicago.

The dates and hours for filing nomination papers are as follows:

Monday November 16, 2026                8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Tuesday November 17, 2026               8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Wednesday November 18, 2026       8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Thursday November 19, 2026             8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Friday November 20, 2026                    8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Monday November 23, 2026                8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Simultaneous Filer Lottery will be held on Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM at the Community Recreation Center, if necessary.

Any objections to filed nomination papers are also to be filed at the Community Recreation Center located at 1730 Lewis Avenue, North Chicago. The dates and hours for filing objections are as follows:

Tuesday November 24, 2026               8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Wednesday November 25, 2026       8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Monday November 30, 2026                8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Tuesday December 1, 2026                 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Wednesday December 2, 2026          8:00 AM to NOON

THIS INFORMATION IS PROVIDED AS A PUBLIC SERVICE. THE FOSS PARK DISTRICT MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS REGARDING THE ACCURACY OR VALIDITY OF THESE FORMS OR THE
INFORMATION PROVIDED HEREIN. CANDIDATES ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR REVIEWING FILING REQUIREMENTS AND ARE RECOMMENDED TO CONSULT QUALIFIED ELECTION COUNSEL
BEFORE TAKING ACTION BASED UPON EITHER THE FORMS OR INFORMATION PROVIDED.

Posted: August 19, 2026

Click here for an election Packet

Foss Park District

Community Center

Foss Park District has a vibrant community center which serves as the hub for activities in the park. The center houses a library, art gallery and auditorium, hosting events such as plays, lectures and music concerts. It also provides access to many recreational options such as table tennis and pool tables, foosball tables, video games and arcade machines.

The recreation center is the location for the childcare programs for Latchkey (before & after school) and the Summer Camp. 
This center has rooms available for rent; the Robert Smith Room & the Blue Room.  Anyone interested in renting these rooms for wedding receptions, birthdays, graduations, or any other reasons, please print the Facility Usage Application and submit it to the Front Desk with the appropriate fee.

“Caring, Understanding, and Enjoyment through our programs and services”

Foss Park District

News & Events

May 23 2023

Foss Park Beach Wins Award

The American Shore & Beach Preservation Association awarded the Foss Park District in North Chicago, IL the ASBPA Best Restored Beach for 2023. In late 2021, the...

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