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Registration Information
Age Appropriate:

Ages and/or grades are listed with programs as guidelines
for age-specific ability. The younger the participant, the
more this guideline must be followed to ensure safety, enjoyment, and accomplishment. A birth certificate may be
requested if doubt occurs concerning a participant’s age.

Behavior:

Although the Park District realizes that inappropriate behavior may occur, the Park District reserves the right to suspend
or remove participants from programs or facilities if hazardous, disruptive, and/or destructive behavior persists. If a participant is taken out of a program or removed from a facility
due to these circumstances, a prorated refund will be issued for the remainder of the program or facility usage.

Fees:

Resident/Non-resident - The first program fees listed in the
brochure are for Cary Park District residents. Non-resident
(NR) fees are listed second and are the higher rate of the
two. Residents support the Park District through tax dollars,
while non-residents pay to participate through higher registration fees. All account balances must be paid in full before registering for new programs.
Fair Share - Those desiring to achieve resident status may
pay their “fair share” of taxes based on the taxable value
of their home. This entitles an individual to pay in-district fees
and register for programs at the same time as residents. Fair
share will be applied over a 12-month period. Some exceptions apply, please refer to the Fair Share Guidelines found
in the Forms section of carypark.com.

Minimum/Maximum:

The taxable value of a property is stated clearly on the tax
A minimum and maximum number of participants is set for
bill. Fair share in not necessarily for everyone. This has to be
each program. This is to ensure the best possible experience
determined by you, taking into consideration the frequency
for each participant. The Park District may increase or reof Park District use and the value of your home.
duce program size if necessary.
The inquiring individual should provide a copy of their current tax bill to the Superintendent of Recreation for review.
Photos and video footage are periodically taken of partici- The Fair Share amount will be calculated and a written reply
pants in a class, during a special event, or in the District’s will be sent. If you don’t have a copy of your current tax bill,
parks and facilities. Please be aware that by registering for call your taxing township for your home’s taxable value.
Park District programs and activities or by using the Park District’s parks and facilities you agree that any photograph Waiver of Fees - A Waiver of Fees program is available to
or videotape taken by the Park District may be used by the provide assistance to residents with financial hardship. ConDistrict for promotional purposes including print and elec- fidential application may be made to the Superintendent
tronic media without further permission and without any of Recreation. Personal financial records may be requested
compensation to you. All photos/videos are property of the to verify need.
Park District.

Photos and Videos

In Case of Oops!

During the course of Park District programs, there can be
unforeseen circumstances that force the Park District to
change schedules, instructors, combine or postpone programs, adjust facility usage or modify fees. The Park District
makes every effort to ensure that the information presented
in this brochure is complete and accurate; however, sometimes errors do occur and we apologize in advance for any
inconvenience this may cause.

ADA:

The Cary Park District complies with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA), which prohibits discrimination in the
provision of programs, services or activities to individuals
with disabilities. The Park District invites any resident with a
special need to contact us, or the Northern Illinois Special
Recreation Association staff, upon registration, to ensure a
smooth inclusion.

In addition to the programs listed within our brochure, the
Park District also provides specialized services for peoInsurance:
ple with disabilities through the Northern Illinois Special
The Park District does not carry medical or accident insur- Recreation Association (NISRA). Feel free to call NISRA at
ance for program or facility participants. The cost would 815-459-0737, or see the NISRA section of this brochure for
make program fees prohibitive. Please review your own more information.
personal health insurance plan to be certain that you and
your family have the proper coverage.
If you have any questions about the Park District’s ADA
policy, or believe you have been unfairly discriminated
against in the provision of programs, services or activiPolicies, Procedures and Guidelines:
Additional Park District policies, procedures and guidelines ties of the Cary Park District, please contact Dan Jones at
are available for review at the Cary Park District Community 847-639-6100.
Center.

A Note of Thanks:

Thank you to School Districts 155, 26 and 3 for providing facilities in which to hold recreational programs; to Park District
Commissioners, volunteers, and staff who devote so much
of their time; and to you, the community, for your support.
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