Volunteers thanked by park district

April 19-25 is National Volunteer Appreciation Week, and this has particular meaning to the Naperville Park District. As an organization that relies heavily on the time and talents of our volunteers who support many different areas of the park district, I want to take this opportunity to say thank you.

In 2008, more than 2,000 people gave their time to help the park district enhance the quality of life for our community. Best of all, each of our volunteers contributes something unique, while bringing fun, enthusiasm, fresh ideas, support, wisdom, and talent.

Volunteers help us with a variety of tasks, including large mailings, reception at our facilities, support at special events, photography, park cleanup, ushering, summer camps, soccer, T-ball, coach pitch, softball, citizen committees and many other activities.

And, this week, more than 300 volunteers have signed up to help spruce up our parks during our Earth Week celebration. Thanks to each of you who has found time in your busy schedules to volunteer. I speak on behalf of the entire park district staff and park board when I say we greatly appreciate you and thank you for your support of the Naperville Park District.

Ray McGury

executive director

Naperville Park District