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The Marengo Park District spent $78,500 building a new walking path at Indian Oaks Park. Asked for the contract, the plans, the board vote and any competing price, it answered the same four words six times over. Its own purchasing policy puts anything over $10,000 with the board, and three of the seven invoices clear that on their own.
Continue reading →The Marengo Park District has named Amanda Damisch, who represents Ward 1 on the city council, as its interim director. The appointment took effect July 30.
Continue reading →Marengo Park District executive director Dr. Dan Bertrand will leave August 3 after more than five years. The board of commissioners has opened a search for an interim Director of Park Operations.
Continue reading →Day in the Park returns to Indian Oaks Park Saturday, July 11, 4 to 11 p.m. Food trucks, live music, kids' zone, beer tent, and fireworks at 9. Free admission, donations appreciated.
Continue reading →The Marengo Park District needs 50-plus volunteers for Day in the Park on July 11. Sign up for a two-hour shift to help pull off the annual celebration.
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