The Taylorville Park District met Tuesday Night to sit and discuss old and new business and to go over finance.  After going through the approval of previous minutes, some thank you cards were read. The treasurer’s report was approved. Nikki Denning spoke about the Head Start program and asked if she could have a table at some events because some people don’t know about the program.

Recreation Director Bailey Hancock spoke about the pool opening Memorial Day Weekend and how well it did.

Hancock also talked about upcoming events for Parks and Rec including Music under the Chataqua and the 3rd annual Taylorville Youth Sports Camp at the Complex on Monday June 17th. 

The board approved new security cameras but can’t purchase them until the playground is complete. The new playground is not complete yet, while it was discussed at the meeting Parks and Recreation can not finish it till it stops raining and the workers can have some dry time.  It was reported at tonight’s meeting that there is still standing water in the area.  The board of trustees than went into a closed executive session to discuss the golf course management agreement and the renewal.  Stay tuned to Regional Radio News for updates on the golf course.