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2018 Budget Summary.Pdf PRESENTED TO Chicago Park District Illinois For the Fiscal Year Beginning January 1, 2017 Executive Director The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) presented a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award to Chicago Park District, Illinois for its annual budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2017. In order to receive this award, a governmental unit must publish a budget document that meets program criteria as a policy document, as an operations guide, as a financial plan, and as a communications device. This award is valid for a period of one year only. We believe our current budget continues to conform to program requirements, and we are submitting it to GFOA to determine its eligibility for another award. 2018 Chicago Park District Budget Summary Citizens of Chicago, I am pleased to present the Chicago Park District’s 2018 Budget. This $462.3 million spending plan outlines our commitment to invest in parks and neighborhoods but more importantly, the children and families of our great city. Mayor Emanuel’s Building on Burnham plan will continue to guide our investments along the lakefront, river, natural areas and recreational opportunities in our own backyards. Our goal is to see every park brimming with children, families and seniors and every program filled to capacity. In order for that to happen, we must continue to take a thoughtful approach to the decisions and investments that we make in all communities. I’m proud to say, the 2018 budget does just that. The 2018 budget includes the expansion of existing programs and creating new opportunities to encourage residents to stay active and engaged. We will designate additional Special Recreation sites to meet the increasing demand for programming. We will also pilot adaptive sports, cultural and social opportunities in various communities. In an effort connect children and families with our natural surroundings, we will increase outdoor and environmental education programs through the Nature Play Space Initiative. Also in the coming year, the Chicago Park District will offer new aquatic programs including triathlon training and advanced skill adult fitness. As always, we are excited to continue our work with sister agencies, non-profits and other partners to bring even more programs and events to our parks. The 2018 spending plan is approximately $12.9 million higher than the FY2017 adopted budget. When considering the exclusion of internal reimbursements of $4.2 million, the recommended plan is an extremely modest 1.9% increase over the adopted 2017 budget. Despite the overall decrease in the number of full time equivalent positions, we will expand and enhance programming by regularly evaluating the program offerings, allocating resources in the most efficient manner possible and training staff to meet the needs of the city’s 77 communities. Beyond staffing, this budget incorporates savings and efficiencies in the areas of landscape management, technology, utilities and healthcare. It is a budget that continues to move us forward in a financially responsible manner. At $313.5 million, property taxes and personal property replacement tax make up the majority of Chicago Park District revenues. Cost savings and efficiencies in excess of $9.1 million were pursued in an effort to create a balanced budget. As a last resort, the Chicago Park District must implement a nominal tax increase for the second time in 12 years. The increase will cost the average homeowner $6.48 and is necessary to support the Special Recreation expansion. Park fees will also face a minor increase yet programs will remain affordable and families in need will still be able to access nearly $3 million in financial assistance. We remain the best deal in town, and no child will be turned away for their family’s inability to pay. Chicago's park system is vital to the overall health of all communities. Building on Burnham will continue to serve as a road map as we work to deliver the best in parks and recreation throughout Chicago. Sincerely, Michael P. Kelly General Superintendent & CEO Chicago Park District 1 2018 Chicago Park District Budget Summary Contents Organizational Chart ..................................................................................................................................... 3 Economic Outlook ....................................................................................................................................... 5 2018 Operating Budget Summary ................................................................................................................ 6 Demographics............................................................................................................................................. 10 Mission & Core Values ................................................................................................................................ 15 Fund Structure ............................................................................................................................................ 19 Financial Policies ........................................................................................................................................ 21 Budget Process ........................................................................................................................................... 25 Fund Balance .............................................................................................................................................. 26 Operating Budget - Detailed Revenue ........................................................................................................ 28 Property Tax ........................................................................................................................................... 28 Personal Property Replacement Tax (PPRT) ...........................................................................................30 Grants, Donations and Sponsorships ..................................................................................................... 31 Managed Assets ..................................................................................................................................... 34 Program Revenue ................................................................................................................................... 39 Rentals and Permits ............................................................................................................................... 39 Operating Budget - Detailed Expenses ....................................................................................................... 43 Personnel ............................................................................................................................................... 43 Debt Service ........................................................................................................................................... 46 Utilities ................................................................................................................................................... 46 Remittance to Aquarium, Museum and Zoo ..........................................................................................47 Long Term Financial Planning ..................................................................................................................... 50 Capital Improvements ................................................................................................................................ 51 Debt Administration ................................................................................................................................... 60 Departmental Budget Summaries .............................................................................................................. 62 Community Recreation ......................................................................................................................... 63 Operations ............................................................................................................................................. 82 Executive Office ...................................................................................................................................... 94 Legal ....................................................................................................................................................... 98 Technology ........................................................................................................................................... 100 Administration ..................................................................................................................................... 103 Finance ................................................................................................................................................. 110 Glossary .................................................................................................................................................... 117 2 2018 Chicago Park District Budget Summary Chicago Park District Organization Chart Board of Commissioners Office of the Office of the Inspector General Ethics Officer Secretary Audit General Superintendent & Chief Executive Officer External Affairs Chief Administrative Chief Operating Chief Technology General Counsel Chief Financial Officer Chief Program Officer
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