Park Board Plans Multi-Year Athletic Field Improvements

Frankfort Square Park District Meeting | Dec. 1, 2025

Article Summary: Commissioners discussed a long-term strategy to improve drainage and usability at district athletic fields, with the district planning to assume the costs.
Athletic Field Key Points:

• The board agreed to upgrade fields one at a time over multiple seasons to ensure financial responsibility.

• Discussion focused on enhancing usability and improving drainage.

• Executive Director Audrey Marcquenski will consult with the Frankfort Square Baseball League (FSBL) and professional consultants.

The Frankfort Square Park District Board of Commissioners on Monday, Dec. 1, initiated plans to launch a multi-year improvement project for the district’s athletic fields.

During the “New Business” portion of the meeting, Commissioner Phil Cherry led a discussion regarding the need to enhance the usability of the fields and, specifically, to improve drainage. Commissioner Ryan Holley recommended that the board seek professional input on the matter.

In response, Executive Director Audrey Marcquenski stated she would contact the district’s professional athletic field consultant. She also plans to discuss the specific needs of the Frankfort Square Baseball League (FSBL) with its newly appointed President, Nick Bargas.

The board reached a consensus that “small efforts would go a long way,” agreeing to upgrade one field at a time over multiple seasons. This approach was described in the minutes as a “sustainable and financially responsible approach.”

President Craig Maksymiak added that the Park District would assume the cost of these improvements, noting that the children benefiting from the fields are served by the district.