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Oak Brook board approves Breakaway Basketball license over resident‑access concerns
Summary
After debate over resident access and program profitability, the Board approved a license with MYB OpCo (Breakaway Basketball) by a 3–2 vote; Commissioner Chan questioned nonresident use and argued residents may not be paying their 'fair share.'
The Oak Brook Park District Board of Commissioners approved a license agreement with MYB OpCo, LLC, doing business as Breakaway Basketball, after commissioners debated resident access and program benefits.
Robert Pechous, the District’s director of recreation and communications, recommended the RFP license to continue the long‑standing partnership. Pechous cited Breakaway’s coaching and program quality as reasons it attracts participants; he said related programming shows about 13% resident participation in one league.
Commissioner Chan opposed the contract, saying nonresidents increase facility wear and questioned whether they contribute adequately to capital replacement funded by residents. “Residents should always have access to a basketball court,” Chan said, and she pushed for contracts that favor resident participation.
Vice President Gondek and President Knitter defended the contract, saying it helps sustain vibrant programming and that residents benefit from higher‑quality coaching and competition. Commissioner Ivkovic Kelley, who spoke of personal experience with Breakaway, supported continuing the partnership. The motion to approve the contract passed by roll call vote: Ayes — Gondek, Ivkovic Kelley, President Knitter; Nays — Chan, Vescovi.
The contract passed despite dissent and no immediate change to the resident/nonresident fee structure was adopted. Staff said they will continue to monitor resident access levels and program participation.
