Romeoville Winter/Spring Parks And Rec Guide Available Now

ROMEOVILLE, IL — Romeoville's Parks and Recreation Department has published its new Winter/Spring program guide, and it's chock full of activities for the whole family. From a cooperative community garden to creative play preschool, day camps, karate, dance and youth athletics programs, there's something for everyone.

The city also announced that several parks have been updated or will be getting improvements in the near future. They include Malibu Park, which has already been completed, Budler Park, which is getting a new playground for 5- to 12-year-old children (renovation slated for the spring), and Discovery Park, a 51-acre park with 5 athletic fields set to open this spring. Open fields leased by the city at Joliet Junior College will also open in the spring and the tennis courts at the rec center have recently been updated with new lights.

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The Parks and Recreation Department will be closed several days for the holidays. Make sure you're up-to-date with the hours so you aren't left out in the cold.

Holiday hours and closings:

Monday, Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve)
Front Desk/Registration: Closed
Recreation Center: Closed
Fit 4 Life Center: Closed

Tuesday, Dec. 25 (Christmas)
Front Desk/Registration: Closed
Recreation Center: Closed
Fit 4 Life Center: Closed

Monday, Dec. 31 (New Year's Eve)
Front Desk/Registration: Closed
Recreation Center: Closed
Fit 4 Life Center: Open 5 a.m. to noon

Tuesday, Jan. 1 (New Year's Day)
Front Desk/Registration: Closed
Recreation Center: Closed
Fit 4 Life Center: Closed

The city's guide also addresses some common questions and concerns about it recreation programs.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Payment of Fees
Fees may be paid by cash, check, Visa, Discover, or MasterCard at the
time of registration. All monies are immediately deposited.

Returned Checks
If a check is returned unpaid, there is a $35 insufficient check fee in
addition to the original amount of the check payable by cash or money
order within 10 days. Failure to do so in the specified time will result in
turning the check over to the police department for further action.

Program Cancellation
If the program is canceled due to insufficient registration, a full refund
will be made through the Village within fifteen (15) to thirty (30)
working days.

Class Cancellation
If a class is canceled during the program, participants will be notified
of the make up date by phone, in writing through a hand-out at class,
through the mail, or via e-mail.

Refund Policy
Refunds are issued as follows - 100% before the start of week one;
75% before the start of week two; 50% before the start of week three;
25% before the start of week four; and NO REFUND after week four.
Refunds will be issued in 30 to 60 days.

Age Criteria Policy
Appropriate age levels have been established by our supervisors to
ensure a rewarding experience for all children. Children must meet the
age requirements of a class within two weeks after the starting date of
the class (except Creative Play). Noncompliance with age requirements
can result in removal from the program. The Recreation Department
reserves the right to request a birth certificate if the age of the child is in
question.

Program Enrollment Policy
All programs have minimum and maximum enrollments. If the
minimum enrollment has not been reached by the stated deadline,
the Recreation Department reserves the right to cancel, postpone, or
consolidate the program with another. If a program is canceled, full
refunds will be issued.

Behavior Policy
Participants are expected to exhibit appropriate behavior at all
times. The following guidelines have been developed to help make
the Recreation Department safe and enjoyable for all participants.
Participants shall: 1) show respect to all participants and staff; 2) refrain
from using foul language; 3) refrain from causing bodily harm to
another participant or staff; 4) show respect for equipment, supplies and
facilities.

Insurance
The Romeoville Recreation Department carries no medical insurance
and assumes no liability for personal injuries or loss of personal
property while attending Recreation Department activities. A
participant’s own policy must cover any medical costs incurred.

Toilet Training Policy
Children enrolled in a program for ages 3 and older must be toilet
trained unless it is a parent/toddler class. We stress the importance of
children practicing their independence and we do not aid children in
the bathroom. Our instructors are not responsible for diaper changing
or toilet training. We reserve the right to deny participation by a child
age 3 or older if they are not toilet trained.

We Love Parents But...
With your child’s best interest in mind, parents are invited to their
child’s last class meeting only. Our instructors always welcome the
opportunity to discuss a participant’s progress with parents at any
time. Thank you for your cooperation.

Inclusion Aides
Northern Will County Special Recreation Association provides
qualified staff to help assist the Romeoville Recreation Department’s
community recreation leaders in providing recreational programs for
children and adults with special needs in a safe environment.

Inclusion aides assist participants with recreation activities and with
any accommodations needed to make sure it is an optimal experience
for participants. If your child needs assistance, please mention this on
your registration form or upon registration.

We do our best to provide inclusion aides for all requests; however,
from time to time an aide may not be available because of the class
time or day.

Resident Rate
A Resident Rate Status is available for non residents who wish to
register for classes at a resident rate. This can be purchased for $100
per household and will allow non residents to register for classes at
the resident rate during the non-resident registration period (walk-in
registration only). A Resident Rate Status is good for one year from the
date of issue. These passes are eligible for all recreation classes; they do
not apply to the Birthday Party Packages, Open Gym, Child Care, Fit
4 Life, or rentals.

ID Policy
All registrants will be asked to show one form of photo identification
to ensure residency and confirm information on file. Please be
prepared to show identification at any time (state-issued ID or drivers
license).

Program Scholarships
Program scholarships are to assist families in need and are based on the
availability of funds. These scholarships are only available to Romeoville
residents who can provide proof of income or eligibility of need (i.e.
free/reduced school lunch program, IL Dept. of Public Aid recipient, most
recent W-2 for all members living in household). In addition, proof of
Romeoville residency is also required. Applications can be picked up
at the Recreation Center and must be submitted during the registration
period with supporting documentation. Notification of scholarship
approval will be provided after the registration period. Scholarships
will not provide 100% of program fees, do not pay for program supplies,
and Day Camp, Creative Play Preschool, and Before and After School
childcare programs are excluded. Please contact the Recreation Center
for more information at 815-886-6222.

For more information, refer to the Winter/Spring program guide. You can find it around town or download a copy here.

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