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Burlington Park groundbreaking set after July 4 parade; contractor and donors credited
Summary
Commissioners heard that Burlington Park will have a groundbreaking at noon after the July 4 parade; the Village Board has recommended a construction contract with Dave Knight pending final bid approval at the July 21 meeting and donors (including a $100,000 additional donor and donated contractor services) were acknowledged.
Commissioners were briefed on Burlington Park construction plans and a weekend groundbreaking scheduled for noon immediately after Hinsdale's Fourth of July parade.
At the meeting, commissioners were told the Village Board reviewed the construction contract and is recommending Dave Knight as contractor; the board is expected to consider final bid approval at its July 21 meeting. Speakers credited donations and donated professional services that helped close gaps in the project budget, including an additional $100,000 donor and previously donated services from contractor Mike Abraham; the proposed contractor Dave Knight also donated services, according to the update.
Commissioners discussed construction details in general terms: roofing will remain slate and visible patio paving will use a Unilock product to match existing materials, while a concrete base will be used immediately under the pavilion for durability. Organizers invited commissioners to the groundbreaking, which was described as happening rain or shine.
Next steps
The Village Board is expected to take a final construction bid approval vote on July 21. Organizers will proceed with contractor scheduling and donor acknowledgments once the board takes formal action.
