Comments for the Park District of Franklin Park? contact_us@fpparks.org   

Administrative Staff

Dan LoCascio~Director of Parks and Recreation


Stephanie Bersani~Superintendent of Finance & Technology 


Maria Laskowski~Human Resources Manager


Catherine Saponieri ~ Marketing & Communications Manager


Cindy Indurante ~Accounts Payable


Recreation Staff:

Liz Visteen~Superintendent of Recreation


Sabrina Rivera ~ Program Manager


Liz Strack ~ Program & Aquatics Manager


Centre at North Park

Melissa Renta ~ North Park Manager


Park Services

Nathan Wick~Superintendent of Parks


Vito Menolascina~Parks & Facilities Maintenance Manager


Jen Costa ~ Park Services Assistant


Board of Commissioners:

Anne Marie Casas


Susan E. O'Connell


Michael A. Vonesh


Mark K. White


Joseph E. Zinga


The Board meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Residents are always invited to attend. Meetings are held at the Franklin Park Community Center, 9560 Franklin Avenue.   

Community Center (847-455-2852) 9560 Franklin Ave. 

Ice Arena (847-671-4268) 9711 Waveland Ave. 

Centre at North Park (847-678-4021) 10040 Addison St. 

Pool on Pacific (847-455-2858) 9715 Pacific Ave. 

Service Center (847-451-1507) 9143-47 Cherry St. 


Mission Statement

In 2014 the Park District of Franklin Park celebrated 50 years!

In 2014, the Park District celebrated 50 years!

Dedicated to the Franklin Park community, we provide unique recreation opportunities through quality programs, parks, and facilities.    

Entrusted with our residents’ investment, we are committed to fiscal responsibility, innovative leadership, and the highest standards of service.    

Challenged with environmental and energy concerns, we are responsible for conservation, community education, and best practices in resource management.    

Considering the needs of our richly diverse community, we create awareness of the lifelong benefits of parks and recreation.