Referendum Project Updates

In March 2024, the majority of Lemont residents voted in favor of a referendum for park district updates and development without raising taxes for Park District debt service. With this referendum, we outlined four projects including the development of Derby Farms Park, Centennial Community Center expansion & renovations, the CORE Fitness & Aquatic Complex enhancements, and new pickleball and tennis courts on 127^th Street.

Progress Reports as of July 2026

Centennial Community Center: The demolition on the North and South Corridors is complete. Teams are mobilizing and preparing to pour foundation for the new spaces.

The CORE Fitness & Aquatic Complex: The East side of the CORE is undergoing demolition, and you can anticipate more progress in the coming weeks. The fitness classes that have been impacted, have been relocated. Please continue to check the fitness schedule for any updates.

Tennis Facility on 127th Street: Permits to build have been filed. Once finalized, you can expect construction to begin in the following weeks.

Derby Farms Park: Permits for this development have been filed. While we’re waiting for finalization, staff has begun to order equipment for this fun, Farm-themed playground! The team continues to collaborate with additional agencies on this project. A traffic signal has been approved for installation at 131st & Derby Roads to assist in traffic calming. 

**Please note, all photos are architectural renderings. These may change based on budgets and bids. Figures represented are construction cost. 

May 1, 2026 Community Update