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- McKinley Park residents and visitors enjoy open space. The neighborhood’s largest park, McKinley Park, constitutes 95 percent of the open space inventory and is one of the community’s greatest assets. The park offers passive and active recreational opportunities, a space for community events, and trails for walking and biking. Promotion of these resources will not only improve the health and vitality of the community, it can also lead to expanded ecotourism and sustainable economic development.
- The presence of the South Branch of the Chicago River along the Eastern border of the study area could be better utilized. Engagement efforts with the community have found a strong desire to build better connections between the riverfront and the neighborhood through improved amenities.
- Community gardens and the successful McKinley Park Farmers’ Market are important components of the community’s sustainability vision. According to stakeholder interviews, there is a desire to continue the delivery of community programs to improve the overall health of residents.
- A number of programming activities in the neighborhood provide for an active and cohesive community. However, many of these are programs are run by community volunteers. Identifying opportunities to support and enhance educational and recreational opportunities for residents and visitors of all ages will be a strong component in the plan.
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