Palatine Park District said goodbye to director Fred Hall on April 30. (Retirement).(Brief Article)

From: Parks & Recreation | Date: June 1, 2002 | Copyright information

Palatine Park District said goodbye to director Fred Hall on April 30. After nearly four decades of service to the Illinois district, Hall has made a difference in numerous ways. The park district experienced a period of unprecedented growth during his tenure. It grew from one park to 37, and its population grew from 13,000 to 70,000. Throughout, Hall utilized an involved style of management that not only produced results, but also endeared him to both his colleagues and his communi...

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