About Us

Over a century after Electric Park became a destination for area tourists, the Village of Plainfield has embarked on an ambitious plan to once again make the DuPage River a focal point of our town. Since 1988 plans have been on the drawing board to enhance Plainfield’s identity as a riverfront community and enable residents to enjoy all of the amenities offered by this beautiful natural treasure. 

The Village of Plainfield adopted a new Riverfront Master Plan in 2021. Designed to be implemented over a 10- year period, the plan showcases the community’s vision for Plainfield’s Riverfront Park that includes trails, passive and active recreation space, scenic overlooks, additional parking, and a paddlecraft launch. The development plan is mindful of the existing conditions of the property and works within those parameters to provide a desirable amenity for the community to enjoy.

Included in the plan are the following components:

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  • Site Context which includes the results of the community outreach efforts, historical uses of the riverfront, existing conditions, and flooding information.
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  • Concept plans for each of the Riverfront’s designated corridors.
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  • An Implementation Plan that provides both momentum and baseline projects as well as a comprehensive list of funding opportunities.
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Over time, the improvements to the shoreline will enhance the quality of the river and improve the view from dedicated overlook areas. As it continues to develop, the Riverfront will provide a public space for all to enjoy.

The Plainfield Riverfront Foundation was established by a group of dedicated Village Residents and stakeholders, who are working together to assure that this plan becomes a reality. They would like all residents and friends of Plainfield to join them in the quest to make Plainfield an even better place to live, work and play.