The Peoria Park District is always evolving to meet the changing needs of our community. What’s ParkPossible? Anything we can imagine together! This page shares current projects and ideas we’re exploring with you—our PPD family. We’re committed to transparency, regular updates, and open dialogue.
Below, you’ll find ongoing public input opportunities, including our monthly Talk About It Tuesday sessions. We invite you to learn more, share your thoughts, and help shape the future of the Peoria Park District as we balance bold ideas with fiscal responsibility and community needs.
Public Input: Markwoodlands Playground
Exciting news! Markwoodlands Park is getting a brand-new playground, and we need your help to choose the design. We have several great layout options, and your feedback will play a big role in deciding which one gets built. Take a moment to share your thoughts and vote for your favorite—your voice matters in shaping this space for the community! All responses are due by Friday, April 24. Click the option to view the renderings.
OPTION 1- MEGA DECK with TRAIL
Notable features include:
- Pendulum swing
- Universal Carousal- which means it is flush to the ground.
- Music panels
- Tower play with 9’ slide
- Transfer station
- Musical and language sensory panels
- Hang-out nooks
- Climbing opportunities
- Ground level horizontal rope climber
Notable features include:
- Pendulum swing
- Universal Carousal
- Sensory panels including abacus, language skills and tic-tac-toe
- Nearly 14’ tall sensory dome with slide
- Hangout pods
- Sensory roller and textured inclined panels
- Dichroic (color splitting) and moire (patterns created by overlapping grids)) panels
Notable features include:
- Pendulum swing
- Universal Carousal
- Tower climber with 8’ tall tube slide
- Rope and disc climbing opportunities
- Sensory roller and inclined panels
- Bouncy-floored tower membrane floor
- Hangout Pod
- Sensory panels to stimulate sense of sound, color, and touch
Talk About It Tuesday
Join the District for Talk About It Tuesday! These monthly sessions are an interactive conversation where you can share your ideas, ask questions, and connect with Peoria Park District Board of Trustees. Each month, we explore a different program, event, or topic at a PPD space.
Other Information:
If you have any other questions about ongoing projects, please contact us here!
To see a list of all of our projects currently out to bid, please click here!
