St. Charles Park District Expands Family Discounts
Park District changes policy to match people's living arrangements.
In an effort to be more reflective of the true makeup of American households today, the St. Charles Park District has changed its policy to match current living arrangements. Now, occupants residing under the same roof, regardless of their relationship to each other, will be allowed a discount once afforded only to families. “We have changed focus to be proactive about how society is living today,” said Ray Ochromowicz, St. Charles Park District director. “For example, it used to be that a family pool pass was available for a mother and father and their kids living under the same roof. That same option was not available for two college roommates who might have been living together. They would have to buy two individual passes. Now, these …