Pekin Park District Police Department - New PAGE

07/18/2024

07/04/2024

The Pekin Park Police Department would like to wish everyone a safe and Happy Fourth of July.

06/27/2024

The 4th of July Firework show is just around the corner. We would like to remind everyone about a few of the Pekin Park District Ordinance listed below. (For more information/ Ordinances, please go to Pekin Park District)

Under Section 2.02 Alcoholic Liquor:
(B) No Person, other than the District or its agent, shall sell or deliver any alcoholic liquor on District Property.

(D) No person shall bring into, possess, consume, take, use, or transfer any alcoholic liquor on District Property unless he/she is in or on District Property where the possession, consumption, use or transfer of alcoholic liquor is permitted, or unless the alcoholic liquor is legally possessed in an unopened container stored in the trunk of a motor vehicle.

Under Section 2.42 Pyrotechnics/Fireworks.
No person shall upon or in connection with any property of the District possess, set off, ignite, or attempt to set off any firecrackers, fireworks, smoke bombs, rockets, black powder gun or other pyrotechnics without written authorization from the Board.

The Park Police will be out in full force patrolling the parks and make sure everyone has a safe 4th of July.

06/07/2024

Happy National Donut Day.
Donut eating contest Marigold Festival 2023

06/05/2024

Today, the Pekin Park District Day Camp welcomed Chief of Police Tony Maxison as their guest speaker, offering the children a chance to gain valuable knowledge and insights from his experience. The Pekin Park Police Department would like to Thank the kids for their support and all the handwritten cards.

05/27/2024

The Pekin Park Police would like to wish you a Safe and Happy Memorial Day.

04/19/2024

Both Magic Dragon Mini Golf and Boating on the Lagoon open this Saturday, April 20th.

Weekends only: April 20 - May 25
Daily: May 25 - August 11
Weekends only: August 17 - September 17

04/12/2024

The Pekin Park Police is proud to welcome Officer Alesha Guard, the newest addition to our team. With her prior experience in law enforcement, we believe that she will be a great asset to our team. We are excited to see her grow and learn as she begins her field training in the next few weeks.

04/12/2024

!!!Please pay attention!!!

::WATERFOWL PSA::

We are seeing several nests around Mineral Springs Park, and we will soon see baby ducklings and goslings. Though cute and exciting, we ask you to remember the following:

1. Please don't mess with nests, nesting mothers, or their young. They can be very territorial.

2. Please don't feed the wildlife. People's food can cause health issues and weaken gene pools.

SEE IMAGES IN THE COMMENTS FOR MORE INFO

04/09/2024

PSA: Boathouse Roofing Project
The boathouse section of the Lagoon sidewalk is barricaded during construction and is expected to be completed in time for opening day on Saturday, April 20th. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

03/31/2024

Happy Easter From the Pekin Park Police.

03/16/2024

We would like to introduce you to the newest Officer to join the Pekin Park Police. Please welcome Officer Jason Helmig to the team! He comes to us with prior law enforcement experience. We are excited to have him on our team.

03/16/2024

It’s a beautiful day! The entrance to Dirksen Park and the RC Park are open for the season!

03/02/2024

02/28/2024

The lights are officially back on at the Skate Park. Just a reminder the lights are on a timer and will shut off automatically around 9:30pm.

The evening light timer has been restored in the at Mineral Springs Park. The lights are set to turn off daily at 9:30 p.m.

02/17/2024

We would like to introduce you to the newest member of the Pekin Park Police. Please welcome Officer Curtis Gass. He comes to us with 3 years of experience and is excited to be a part of the team. Congratulations Officer Gass.

02/06/2024

Congratulations to dispatcher Roy Trotter on 30 years! Keep up the good work, we appreciate you! Fun fact Roy is also one of our part-time officers. 

Congratulations to our 30 year veteran, Roy Trotter! Thank you for your service to our community, commitment to our agencies, and dedication to TC3. You are a true role model for our new generation of telecommunicators. 💙💛❤️

02/01/2024

Congratulations to one of our great Dispatcher! Well deserved and keep up the good work Don! 

Congratulations to our Employee of the Quarter, Don Hale! Don has been a highly valued member of our dispatch team for almost 30 years. His loyalty, dedication, and willingness to help a fellow dispatcher is immeasurable. Job well done!

01/22/2024

Due to icy conditions today McNaughton Park road is closed off to vehicle traffic. The park is still open for visitors, Parking is available at Blazin A Trails Riding and Boarding. Any vehicles parked outside of approved areas may be subject to citation and/or removal by a tow company.

-Deputy Chief Gillespie

01/21/2024

Lately, we have been getting a lot of questions about ice fishing on the lagoon. This is just a friendly reminder.

PSA: Ice Fishing Prohibited
Per Pekin Park District Ordinance NO. 16-5, Section 2.19 (f): Ice fishing is prohibited except at Lake Butterfield in McNaughton Park.

01/15/2024

It’s that time of the year when the lagoon freezes and everyone is itching to get out there and skate. Currently the lagoon is frozen with weak spots. Please keep off the lagoon until our maintenance department can evaluate the ice. If and when the ice is safe, our maintenance department will update signage.

01/14/2024

SCHOOL OUT DAY 1/15

We have been keeping an eye on the forecast. With wind chills dipping into the negative 20’s we have decided to cancel programming for Monday 1/15.
We apologize if this causes an inconvenience but we would rather err on the side of caution. The safety of our participants and staff is our number one priority.
Stay warm. Stay safe.

01/13/2024

Due to icy conditions and vehicles getting stuck. McNaughton Park road is closed off to vehicle traffic. The park is still open for visitors, Parking is available at Blazin A Trails Riding and Boarding. 

01/13/2024

Job Vacancy
Position: Part-time police officer

Job Description:
Under the direction of the Chief of Police, a park district police officer's primary responsibility is the protection of people and property. A park district officer is expected to patrol their assigned jurisdiction (nearly 2300 acres), respond to calls for service, investigate criminal offenses, make arrests and issue citations when appropriate, testify in court, assist park patrons, and protect the financial assets of the park district.

Qualifications:
High school diploma (or equivalent)
Must be currently certified as a police officer in the State of Illinois
Must be current on all mandated training set forth by ILETSB.
Minimum of 1 year experience as a police officer
Be of sound moral character
No disqualifying criminal convictions
Complete a thorough background investigation
Available to work a minimum of 2 shifts per month.
Available to work some holidays and special details.

Benefits:
Starting rate of pay: $20.00 / hour.
Special event rate of pay: $30.00 / hour.
Uniforms provided.
Paid training

Other:
Special consideration will be given to applicants with availability during Friday's second and Saturday's first shifts.

Applications can be found online at www.pekinparkdistrict.org/contact/jobs or can be picked up in person at the Robert N. Blackwell Administration Building and the recreation office inside the Veterans Memorial Arena. Submit completed applications and resume (optional) to:

Pekin Park District
1701 Court St., Pekin, IL 61554

The Pekin Park District is an equal-opportunity employer.

01/13/2024

Welcome to the new page for the Pekin Park District Police Department!