2010 Profile of the Rockford Park District
The Rockford Park District was formed in 1909 and is entering its second century of service. It is the second largest park and recreation system in Illinois, 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, Chuck Brown Ph.D., Nate Martin, Tyler Smith
Board of Commissioners: Jack L. Armstrong, Douglas J. Brooks, Chuck Brown Ph.D., 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. There be well-maintained park space and recreation facilities that 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 health life.
IV. Residents have exceptional parks and recreation facilities, services, and programs at a reasonable cost.
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 health 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: 174
Total Park Acreage: 4,879.21
Land Area: 125 square miles
2009 User Visits: 9,213,104
Regular Employees 177
Seasonal Employees 1,341
Financial Facts:
Tax Base: (2009 estimated) $2,990,426,233
Tax Rate: 73.41 cents per $100 assessed value
P.D. Taxes on $100,000 home (2009 estimated): $244
2010 Park District Operating Budget: $30,187,016
Revenues: Taxes 55% Intergovernmental 6% Fees 35% Interest, Sponsorships and Other 4%
Expenses: Personnel 44% Benefits 15% Supplies 9% Services 25% Fund Transfers out 7%
2010 Park District Capital Budget: Revenues $20,435,447 Expenses $21,967,800
Revenues: Taxes 24% Intergovernmental 6% Donations, Grants and Other 70%
Expenses: Repair & Replacement 26% Additions 45%* Debt 35% Fund Transfers-In 9% Other 3%
*Additions include expenses $8 million for first year construction of Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens
Last Approved Tax Rate Referendum: 1990 (10 cents Corporate/Maintenance) 1979 (5 cents Recreation)
Community Demographics:
Population: 212,497
Number of Households: 85,815
Median Household Income $40,135
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