Letter: New Park District Director Reaches Out to Community

To the Plainfield Park District Community,

I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself to you. I have been employed at the Plainfield Park District for 21 years, the last 16 years as the Superintendent of Parks. As the newly appointed Interim Executive Director I want to reach out to you, our valued community members, and reaffirm our commitment to you.

There is no hiding the fact that the recent months have been turbulent and have led to much anxiety and frustration being expressed by the public. We are aware that there are those in the community who question whether a quality product can still be delivered to those who take part in park district classes and programs. To that, I can say without a doubt, that professionalism and quality programming has never left. Our dedicated staff has always taken pride in bringing quality events and programs to our community, and that will never change. 

You, the community, deserve the best in services from YOUR Park District. Nothing is more important to us than regaining the community’s trust, and we hope you will allow us the opportunity to provide the positive Park District experience you have come to expect and deserve from us. 

Yours in service,

Gene Coldwater

Interim Executive Director, Plainfield Park District