Thanks to milder-than-expected temperatures, our team has been able to raise the water temperature at Hidden Creek AquaPark for lap swimmers. As a result, the pool will be open for lap swim this Sunday and Monday from 5:30-10am.

Rosewood Swimming Beach will remain closed through Memorial Day (Monday, May 26). Learn more about Memorial Day hours.

Sun, May 18: Until further notice, the path at Millard Park is closed due to bridge damage caused by a fallen tree.

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Won’t the fill end up in the river?

The project drainage has been approved by the City of Highland Park and the Lake County Stormwater Commission and meets all requirements.

Because of its composition as a coated material, there is minimal risk of inhalation, ingestion, absorption, or migration.  EPDM is used in potable water applications, meaning EPDM seals are present in all municipal drinking water systems including faucets used inside the home.  

Toxicology tests were done on EPDM (ethylene propylene, diene monomer) by an independent lab using the EPA Method 6010 standard – testing for the presence of heavy metals, hydrocarbons, and phthalates(fal-ates).   No harmful emissions were found.

The EPDM (ethylene propylene, diene monomer) fill used in the Fink baseball field is a non-toxic material that is recyclable and reuseable. 

No, EPDM (ethylene propylene, diene monomer) is not regulated or tracked by the EPA because it is not designated as harmful.

The fill is EPDM (ethylene propylene, diene monomer), it is a non-toxic plastic rubber that is widely used in our everyday life from weather stripping, flooring to playground surfacing.   It is also recyclable and reusable and has high resistance to abrasion and wear.