Is PKN a new organization? Who is involved with the initiative?
PKN is not an organization, but rather a countywide effort that is coordinated by a Steering Committee consisting of local municipal, county and private sector representatives, including not-for-profit conservation groups. It is a collaborative and cooperative effort of building consensus around open space issues. A project manager employed by The Conservation Foundation handles the day-to-day administrative duties. PKN is supported by mayors and municipalities in Kendall County, the county board and Forest Preserve District, and other public entities and organizations, including some developers. The initiative has also received statewide support from area legislators (House Resolution 716). Click here to view the list of supporters and committee members.
