Every fall, the Park District completes a winterization process before the cold weather sets in. The water is turned off to help prevent damage to the plumbing within the amenities at the parks.
2023 Winterization Schedule:
- Washington Park Fountain: Water currently off
- Outdoor Drinking Fountains: Water turned off beginning Oct. 11 (weather permitting)
- Park irrigation and quick couplers: Water turned off beginning Oct. 23
- Park Restrooms: Closed on Oct. 30
Portolets will be available at:
- Doerhoefer Park through the end of November
- McCollum and Patriots Parks throughout the winter
- Ebersold and O'Brien Parks when sledding is available