Past and present Commissioners of the Glen Ellyn Park District Board were all smiles for the dedication and Open House of the Ackerman Sports and Fitness Center held on Saturday, January 23. The ribbon cutting was held at the Climbing Wall.
Glen Ellyn Park District Executive Director Cory Atwell welcomed everyone, while newly elected Board President Ed Hess introduced the Board and shared with the crowd the vision for the facility. Hess was joined by Board members Ron Aubrey, Melissa Creech, Bill Dallman, Jay Kinzler and Sandy Minogue. Past Commissioners Jeff Jourdan, Keith Schoen, Bill Taylor and Dick Olinger were also present.
The speeches were made to a packed house where GEPD Youth Basketball utilized all 3 basketball courts throughout the day while GEPD Youth Soccer also had a full schedule. The climbing walls had lines, while White Sox Academy was packed and the crowds to try the batting cages and view the World Series Trophy did not subside until well past 2:00 PM. The Fitness Center was sampled by many, and the walking track was a popular attraction for all ages throughout the day. The walking track was also a popular viewing spot for the basketball games.
All of the Commissioners, beaming with pride showed off the facility to their families, friends and constituents. State Representative Sandy Pihos and District 4 Forest Preserve District Commissioner Mike Formento were also in attendance. Eric Bergman, husband of Commissioner Julia Nephew (who was unable to attend), and Democrat Party candidate for the District 4 Forest Preserve District Commissioner stopped by later in the day.
The crowd at the reception desk appeared quite busy as many were signing up for the walking track and fitness center. WDSRA (Western DuPage Special Recreation Association) also had a full schedule of events and activities.
For more information concerning the Ackerman Sports and Fitness Center please refer to:
http://www.ackermansportsandfitnesscenter.com/
