Peotone Park Dist

What Peotone Park Dist does

Peotone Park District is a unit of local government in Will County, Illinois, founded in 1966, whose boundaries are congruent with the Village of Peotone. It provides recreational and leisure activities — youth sports training, summer camps, early childhood programs, fitness classes, arts classes, community events, and a disc golf course — to Peotone residents and surrounding communities. The District maintains four park properties (Peotone Community Park, Lloyd Bate Park, Division Street Park, and Westgate Park) and rents out one indoor venue (Main Park Building, capacity ~50) and four outdoor pavilions for events and gatherings.

Operationally, the District is staffed by two full-time employees, three part-time employees, and approximately fifteen seasonal employees and program instructors. Governance is provided by a five-member elected Board of Commissioners, with Park Manager Kelly LaMore overseeing daily operations. The District partners with Lincoln Way Special Recreation Association (LWSRA) for disability recreation, the Illinois Association of Park Districts for grant funding and training, and external instructors (Happy Daisy Art Studio, Afterschool Enrichment Solutions, Broken Glass Art) to deliver arts and enrichment programming.

The business model is a hybrid of public funding and fee-for-service. Program fees range from $4 (BINGO) to $70 (stained glass class), with differential in-district versus out-of-district pricing. Facility rentals start at $15 for pavilions and $30 for the Main Park Building (with a $100 security deposit). Fundraising is anchored by the inaugural PPD Golf Fundraiser at Green Garden Country Club, with individual entries at $150, foursomes at $600, and sponsorship tiers from $200 (Hole Sponsor) to $2,000 (Premier Sponsor). The current operating budget is disclosed at $426,108, and distribution is handled through direct program registration and online booking via the District's website.

Name

Peotone Park Dist

Legal name

Peotone Park District

Website

https://peotoneparkdistrict.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1966

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Peotone Park District is a local government park district founded in 1966 in the Village of Peotone, Illinois, providing recreational programming, facility rentals, and community events to local residents across four park properties.

Ownership category

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Product category

Public Parks and Recreation

NAICS

Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (71219), Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

National/State Park Campgrounds & Public Campgrounds (THAMAJAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Family & Recreation Campgrounds (Amenities/Activities Focus) (THAMAJAJ), Educational Adventure Programs (Outdoor Education, Skill Development) (THAAAAAO)

Keywords

• Community park district
• Recreation programs
• Facility rentals
• Public parks
• Community events

Headquarters

HQ city

Peotone

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Program Fees: Revenue from recreational programs including youth sports training, cheer camp, chair yoga, tiny tots time, walking club, outdoor adventure camp, arts and crafts classes, and special events. Fees vary by in-district and out-of-district residency.
2. Facility Rentals: Rental of Main Park Building and outdoor pavilions for events and special occasions. Main building accommodates approximately 50 people with kitchen facilities. Pavilions available at Main Park, Division Street, and Bates Park.
3. Golf Fundraiser Events: Annual golf fundraiser with individual and team registrations, plus sponsorship opportunities. Includes 18-hole scramble with cart, meals, and contests.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

The Peotone Park District operates four community park properties and delivers recreational programming and facility rentals to residents of Peotone, Illinois and surrounding communities. Core offerings include indoor and outdoor facility rentals (Main Park Building and pavilions), youth sports training, summer camps, fitness and art classes for adults and seniors, and special community events such as BINGO and an annual golf fundraiser. Programs are priced with in-district and out-of-district resident tiers and registered through the park district's website or administrative office.

Product overview

Peotone Park District provides recreational and leisure activities to the Village of Peotone and surrounding communities. The offering consists of facility rentals (Main Park Building and four outdoor pavilions) and diverse programming including youth sports training, summer camps, fitness classes (Chair Yoga, Walking Club), early childhood programs (Tiny Tots Time, Cheer Camp), arts and crafts classes (stained glass, magic wand, paint & sip), community events (BINGO, National Night Out, Golf Fundraiser), and disc golf. Programs are offered on a fee-based model with in-district and out-of-district pricing structures.

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Products and services

• Main Park Building Rental Indoor facility rental accommodating approximately 50 people, includes a kitchen/prep area, restrooms, tables, chairs, microwave, sinks, freezer, and fridge. Requires a $100 security deposit. Rental starts from $30. Targeted at families and event hosts in the Peotone community for private events and celebrations.
• North Pavilion Rental Outdoor pavilion rental at Main Park with picnic tables for seating, located close to playground equipment. Available for events with completed Facility Rental Contract. Targets families and event hosts in the Peotone area.
• South Pavilion Rental Outdoor pavilion rental at Main Park with picnic tables for seating, located close to playground equipment. Targets families and event hosts in the Peotone area.
• Division Street Pavilion Rental Outdoor pavilion rental at Division Street Park with picnic tables for seating, located close to playground equipment. Targets families and event hosts in the Peotone area.
• Bate Park Pavilion Rental Outdoor pavilion rental at Bate Park with picnic tables for seating, located close to playground equipment. Targets families and event hosts in the Peotone area.
• Youth Sports Performance Training (Grades 1-4) Weekly summer workout program for youth in grades 1-4 focusing on drills to get faster, stronger, and more agile through fun and competitive games. $20 per participant for in-district residents; $25 for out-of-district. Sponsored by Power Play grant through the Illinois Association of Park Districts.
• Youth Sports Performance Training (Grades 5-8) Weekly summer workout program for youth in grades 5-8 focusing on drills to get faster, stronger, and more agile through fun and competitive games.
• Cheer Camp Cheerleading program for ages 3-5 years teaching cheers, chants, confidence building, and cheer foundation skills. $29 for in-district residents; $35 for out-of-district. Three Fridays in July.
• Tiny Tots Time Early childhood development program for ages 0-3 years offering structured learning time with singing, dancing, finger play, and free play in a safe environment. $6 per class, or $40 for a 10-class punch card.
• Outdoor Adventure Camp Camp for ages 3-5 years featuring arts and crafts, outdoor exploration, games, and stories. $42 for in-district; $48 for out-of-district. 4-day program.
• Chair Yoga Gentle stretch and yoga class for adults and seniors, suitable for beginners to experienced practitioners. $15 for in-district; $19 for out-of-district. 3 sessions in August.
• Walking Club Weekly walking club held every Friday for fitness, socialization, and fun. Free community event welcoming all ages.
• BINGO! Community BINGO event offering an afternoon of fun, conversation, and prizes. $4 per person.
• Teardrop Lotus Stained Glass Class Art class led by Wanda of Broken Glass Art where participants create a teardrop lotus stained glass piece. For adults. $70 for in-district; $75 for out-of-district.
• Make a Magic Wand Class Creative class where participants design and create their own magic wand and receive a magic kit with tricks to perform. Instructor: Mike Darnell. Ages 6 and older. $19 for in-district; $24 for out-of-district.
• Concrete Goose Paint & Sip Paint and sip event led by Happy Daisy Art Studio where participants paint a Cast Stone Concrete Porch Goose. Instructor: Jillianne Renee.
• National Night Out Community event featuring inflatables, touch-a-truck, food, and live entertainment.
• Disc Golf Disc golf course at the park, similar to traditional golf using disc golf discs and baskets. One of the lifetime fitness sports accessible to all ages and fitness levels. Open to all park visitors.
• PPD Golf Fundraiser 18-hole golf scramble fundraiser at Green Garden Country Club including golf fees, cart, goodie bag, contests, lunch, and buffet dinner. $150 per individual golfer; $600 per team of four. Tiered sponsorships from $200 (Hole Sponsor) up to $2,000 (Premier Sponsor). Inaugural annual event.

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Lincoln Way Special Recreation Association (LWSRA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe park district participates in LWSRA which provides recreational programs and services for individuals with disabilities in the Lincoln Way area. The district made a $10,000 donation to LWSRA and holds annual celebration events in partnership with the association.
• Illinois Association of Park DistrictscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe park district receives Power Play grants through the Illinois Association of Park Districts for youth sports programs. The association also provides legislative conferences and training opportunities for park district staff.
• SKDO (Accounting Firm)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSKDO provides accounting services and budget support to the park district, including financial reporting and budget format recommendations.
• Happy Daisy Art StudiominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerArt studio that conducts Paint & Sip programs at the park district facilities, including the Concrete Goose Paint & Sip event. Artist/Owner Jillianne Renee teaches painting classes.
• Green Garden Country ClubminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGolf course venue hosting the annual PPD Golf Fundraiser event. Provides 18-hole scramble format with cart, meals, and contests for the park district's largest annual fundraiser.
• Afterschool Enrichment SolutionsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExternal program provider offering enrichment classes including Stage Stars, Steam, Graphic Novel, and Digital Art programs at the park district.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Manhattan Park District: Nearby Will County park district providing youth sports, fitness, and community programming. Comparable in scale and service model to Peotone, competing for residents in eastern Will County.
• University Park Park District: Local park district in University Park, IL, within Will County, offering recreation programs and facility access to nearby residents. Comparable in scale and offering to Peotone Park District.
• Frankfort Park District: Adjacent Will County park district offering a comparable mix of youth programs, facility rentals, and community events to Will County residents. Directly competes with Peotone for out-of-district registration from Peotone residents seeking alternatives.
• New Lenox Community Park District: Larger Will County park district offering a similar recreational program portfolio (youth sports, fitness, rentals, community events) at greater scale. Demonstrates the upper benchmark of comparable district operations in the same county.
• Lincoln-Way Special Recreation Association (LWSRA): Existing partner of Peotone Park District that delivers special recreation programs for individuals with disabilities across the Lincoln-Way area. Provides a directly comparable special-recreation service model with cooperative intergovernmental funding.
• Monee Township Park District: Neighboring township park district serving Monee and surrounding unincorporated Will County areas. Operates similar recreation programs, sports leagues, and facility rentals, directly competing for southern Will County families.
• Park Forest Recreation & Parks Department: Municipal recreation department serving Park Forest village in the Chicago south suburbs. Operates parks, programs, and facility rentals with a similar small-staff, community-led model as Peotone Park District.

Broad incumbents

• Will County Forest Preserve District: County-wide forest preserve and recreation operator covering all of Will County, including lands near Peotone. Operates at much larger scale and broader geographic footprint, serving as a broader incumbent in the local outdoor recreation space.
• Joliet Park District: Largest city park district in Will County operating parks, sports facilities, and a public golf course at scale far exceeding Peotone. Demonstrates the upper bound of district operations in the same county and competes indirectly for programs and events.

Others

• Illinois Association of Park Districts: State-level industry association of which Peotone Park District is a member. Provides legislative advocacy, Power Play grants, and training for member districts, functioning as an enabling/ecosystem partner rather than a direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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