When are the parks open?
The closing time for all parks is sunset. The opening time for all parks is sunrise. With the exception of on duty city employees, no person shall be present in any park after sunset and prior to the following sunrise, unless participating in an activity authorized or scheduled by the city of Elgin, or for which written permission has been granted by the director of parks and recreation. The provisions of this subsection shall not apply to lighted tennis courts, lighted baseball fields or lighted golf course facilities in a park or to individuals traveling to or from such lighted facilities. The closing times for such lighted tennis courts, lighted baseball fields or lighted golf course facilities shall be as determined by the director of parks and recreation and shall be posted at such lighted facilities. With the exception of on duty city employees, no person shall be present at any such lighted facility after the posted closing time.

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1. Where can I get a Parks and Recreation Activity Guide?
2. How do I register for programs?
3. If I have an Elgin address, why am I charged non-resident rates?
4. What are the hours of operation for the outdoor pools?
5. Can I rent the pool for a private party?
6. Where can I find information on parks in Elgin?
7. How do I rent a picnic shelter?
8. When are the parks open?
9. When is Hawthorne Hill Nature Center open?
10. How do I get information about the Lords Park Pavilion and rental availability?
11. How do I reserve the bridge area at Lords Park for pictures, etc.
12. How do I get information about renting the gazebo on Walton Island?
13. How do I get information about reserving the bandshell at Wing Park?
14. How do I sign my child up for Little League?
15. Which number do I call for information regarding softball rainouts for the teams that play at the Elgin Sports Complex thru the Parks & Recreation department?
16. Who do I talk to regarding a tree that is on City property?
17. Who do I contact regarding getting a sound permit?