Title
March of Dimes 5K Fundraiser
History
The March of Dimes has submitted a Special Event permit request to host a 5K fundraiser on June 8, 2025, at Centennial Park utilizing the 153rd St. Metra parking lot and the paths of Centennial Park.
Set-up will take place on Saturday, June 7 between 7 a.m.-3 p.m. On June 8, 2025, event staff will begin arriving at 6 a.m., the site will open at 8 a.m. to participants, the event will take place from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. All event activities and clean-up are expected to be fully complete by 4 p.m.
Organizers are finalizing specific event components. All event logistics will adhere to Village guidelines, will not interfere with use of Centennial athletic fields, and will be reviewed and approved by the Village in advance of the event including participant parking, event security, Police and or Community Service Officer requirements, Village permits and fees.
Organizers expect 800 participants to take part in the event. The event is open to the public.
Financial Impact
Organizers will be subject to all permit, staffing and rental fees applicable to the production of this event.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to approve permitting the March of Dimes to host a 5K fundraiser utilizing the Centennial Park walking paths and the 153rd Street Metra Lot on June 7, 2025 and, June 8, 2025 for the purposes and times as detailed above, contingent upon meeting all the Village’s permitting requirements, payment of fees and inspections.