Yes, at the July 8th, 2025 City Council Meeting, Police Chief Brett Boerm and Lieutenant Keith Jackson held an in-depth discussion regarding Collinsville Animal Control and the Warren Billhartz Animal Shelter.

To watch the discussion, which starts at 13:12 during the July 8th, 2025 Council Meeting, click here.

While Animal Control does not typically deal with healthy wildlife (which is the purview of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources), Animal Control will pick up obviously sick or injured animals that are incapacitated, and Animal Control will also remove wild animals from the living spaces of homes under certain circumstances. Call Animal Control at (618) 346-5213 for inquiries regarding these situations.

To view a comprehensive list of Contact Information for Area Animal Resources, click here.

Collinsville Animal Control does not offer low cost spay/neuter on their own, but they have partnered with Hartz Second Chance (H2C), who operates out of the Warren Billhartz Animal Shelter, for these services. H2C offers low cost spay/neuter for cats. Call H2C at (618) 975-4434 for an appointment.

Collinsville Animal Control picks up deceased animals in the roadway or easement of roads maintained by the City of Collinsville. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) maintains state and interstate highways, and handles deceased animals on those.

Collinsville Animal Control allows TNR in Collinsville with restrictions. Please call Animal Control at (618) 346-5213 to register your colony with Animal Control and to discuss TNR requirements.

Yes, Collinsville Animal Control provides Asilomar Accords Animal Statistics Reporting Forms.

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Yes, Collinsville Animal Control and Hartz Second Chance periodically team-up to hold Low Cost Shot & Microchip Clinics at the Warren Billhartz Animal Shelter!

Collinsville Animal Control and Hartz Second Chance are teaming up to hold a Low Cost Shot & Microchip Clinic on Saturday, March 28th from 11am-1:30pm at Collinsville Animal Control (119 United Drive, Collinsville, IL).

DOGS:

• 1-Year Rabies Vaccine: $15
• 1-Year DHPP (Distemper Complex): $20
• Both: $30

 
CATS:

• 1-Year Rabies Vaccine: $15
• 1-Year FVRCP: $20
• Both: $30

 
MICROCHIPS: $10

DETAILS:

• CASH ONLY FOR ALL SERVICES.
• Shots will be administered by Hartz Second Chance Spay & Neuter Clinic.
• Microchips will be offered through the City of Collinsville.
• Registration on microchips is separate through AVID or other private registries. Animal Control will enter your information into the Collinsville Police Department's in-house system at the time of implantation.
• County Tag registration is separate and through your local county animal control.
• Clinic is first-come, first-serve while supplies last.
• Clinic is open to everyone. Collinsville residency is not required.
• Questions? Contact Animal Control at (618) 346-5213.

Yes, the Warren Billhartz Animal Shelter receives inspections from the Illinois Department of Agriculture's Bureau of Animal Welfare, which is the State's governing body for animal control shelters. During the inspection, representatives from the Bureau of Animal Welfare tour the facility, look through the Animal Shelter's licenses and paperwork and ask animal control officers questions about their operations.

• Department of Agriculture Bureau of Animal Welfare 2023 Inspection Report
• Department of Agriculture Bureau of Animal Welfare 2024 Inspection Report
• Department of Agriculture Bureau of Animal Welfare 2025 Inspection Report

The Animal Adoption Program is open by appointment from 11am-4pm every day except Wednesday. On Wednesdays, the Adoption Program is open without appointment from 11am-4pm (but a phone call to 618-346-5213 first is preferred) as well as from 4-6pm by appointment. To learn more about the animals that are currently up for adoption, visit the Shelter's Petfinder Page or Facebook Page.

The first priority of Animal Control is always to get a stray animal back to its owners. With that in mind, Animal Control holds all animals for seven (7) calendar days. At the end of the hold period, the animal becomes the property of the City of Collinsville, and Animal Control makes a determination on placement.

Collinsville Animal Control is available for Animal Control matters 7 days a week, from 7:00am to 5:00pm with extended hours on Wednesdays until 7:00pm. If there is a request for an animal control matter after this time, then please call the Collinsville Police Department's Non-Emergency Line at (618) 344-2131, as the Police Department has some limited services that can be provided.

The Animal Adoption Program is open by appointment from 11am-4pm every day except Wednesday. On Wednesdays, the Adoption Program is open without appointment from 11am-4pm (but a phone call to 618-346-5213 first is preferred) as well as from 4-6pm by appointment.

PLEASE NOTE: Animal Control is closed for all City holidays.

If you find a stray pet, call Animal Control at (618) 346-5213 during their normal business hours, or call the Collinsville Police Department's Non-Emergency Line at (618) 344-2131 after hours.

PLEASE NOTE: Collinsville Animal Control does not recommend trying to pick up a stray pet yourself because of the risk of bites.

If you have a barking complaint, call Animal Control at (618) 346-5213 during our normal business hours, or call the Collinsville Police Department's Non-Emergency Line at (618) 344-2131 after hours.

In the event of a dog or cat bite, call Animal Control at (618) 346-5213. Animal Control will coordinate with the appropriate county for a bite report, including the appropriate quarantine.

Here is a breakdown of the fees that Collinsville Animal Control charges:

• $20 for First Impound
• $25 for Second and Subsequent Impounds
• $10 for Microchipping
• $5 Per Day for Boarding
• $25 State ILCS Fund Fee 
• $20 + Medical Costs for Cat Adoption (generally $70 total)
• $25 + Medical Costs for Dog Adoption (generally $100 total)  

PLEASE NOTE: These fees do not include any citations, which are in addition to shelter fees.

Yes! We provide innertubes free of charge for all guests using the Lazy River. You’ll find them lined up right at the Lazy River entrance. Tubes come in a variety of sizes to comfortably fit different ages and body types. If you’re unsure which tube is best for you, feel free to ask a lifeguard on duty—they’re happy to help!

Please note: Innertubes are for use in the Lazy River only.

Yes! Lifejackets are available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis, with sizes ranging from infant to adult. You can pick one up in the breezeway as you enter the waterpark.

Guests are also welcome to bring their own U.S. Coast Guard–approved lifejackets or flotation devices. Please note that non–USCG-approved flotation devices are not permitted in the waterpark. For details on what is allowed, see the FAQ: “Can I bring water wings or other flotation devices into the Aqua Park?”

Yes! Collinsville Aqua Park offers convenient showers and changing facilities located at the front of the waterpark. You’ll also find a family restroom near the entrance and single-stall restrooms in the back of the park. All restrooms are equipped with baby-changing stations for your convenience.

Lockers are available for free, but guests must bring their own lock or locks can be purchased in the gift shop. Please remember to remove your lock at the end of each day—any locks left on after closing will be removed by waterpark staff.

Towels are not provided, so please plan to bring your own. If you forget, you can purchase a towel in our gift shop (while supplies last).

No outside food or beverages are allowed inside the waterpark, with the following exceptions:

• Factory-sealed water bottles

• Baby food or formula

• Medically required food items for special dietary needs (proof of need required)

Please note that coolers are not permitted inside the park.
A full concession stand is available with food and drink options for purchase.

Early entry is reserved for season passholders and guests who are registered for our morning programs. All other guests may enter at regular opening time.

Yes! Birthday parties can be hosted during regular operating hours, but they must be scheduled in advance through us. Visit our website to view package details and submit a date request.

Please note: Parties without a reservation cannot be accommodated.

Yes! You may re-enter the waterpark as long as you present both your same-day receipt and wristband.

We recommend wearing comfortable sandals or aqua shoes while walking throughout the waterpark. However, shoes of any kind—including water shoes—are not allowed on any of our slides.

We do not recommend wearing street shoes. Shoes with wheels are not permitted; wheels must be removed or fully retracted before entering the park.

Please note: Socks may not be worn in the water.

No, the waterpark is not able to handle any additional outside seating, tables or canopies. *

Collinsville Aqua Park has three cabanas on site that can be rented.  We also have over 100 lounge chairs and sitting chairs, picnic tables, and plenty of green space that our patrons can utilize while at the waterpark.

*Management has the right to restrict any outside items being brought into the aquatic facilities

Yes. All guests entering Collinsville Aqua Park are required to pay the admission fee, regardless of whether they plan to swim. Guests may exit and re-enter the park on the same day with their receipt and wristband.

Yes. Certified lifeguards, trained through StarGuard Elite, are on duty at all times during operating hours as well as during any after-hours events or programs. Guests are not permitted to enter the water unless a lifeguard is on duty.

No.  All payments must go through our registration software and cannot be processed through outside applications.

We do not have an ATM on site. However, we do accept credit and debit cards for purchases. Please note there is a 2.75% processing fee on each card transaction.

Yes. Collinsville Aqua Park is committed to keeping our guests safe. Our certified StarGuard Elite lifeguards are trained and regularly tested in basic first aid skills. As a City of Collinsville facility, we also work closely with City EMTs and police during operating hours and special events to ensure a safe environment for all guests.

Yes. Collinsville Aqua Park requires the following supervision ratios:

• 1 adult per 2 children age 2

• 1 adult per 5 children age 3

• 1 adult per 8 children ages 4–5

• 1 adult per 10 children ages 6–8

• 1 adult per 15 children ages 9+

These ratios help ensure a safe and enjoyable visit for all guests.

Yes! Groups of 20 or more can receive a discounted entry rate Monday through Thursday. To ensure we can accommodate your group, please schedule in advance—groups without a reservation cannot be accommodated.
View group rates and request a date on our website.

Yes, the concrete can get very hot—especially on warm summer days. We do place sprinklers throughout the park to help cool the surfaces, but we strongly recommend wearing water shoes, flip-flops, or sandals while walking around.

You may hold your shoes while going down attractions or leave them at the bottom of the slide.

When selecting a life jacket, always follow the manufacturer’s sizing recommendations. Life jackets are sized by chest circumference, and in most models, the primary difference between sizes is the length of the adjustment straps.

How to properly fit a life jacket:

1. Loosen all straps before putting the jacket on.

2. Zip or buckle the jacket closed.

3. Start at the bottom: Tighten the lowest adjustment strap first—located below the rib cage.

   • This prevents the jacket from riding up once you’re in the water.

4. Move upward, snugly tightening each strap along the torso.

5. Finish by tightening the shoulder straps last.

   • Tightening shoulder straps first can cause the jacket to sit too high.

Test the fit:
Raise your arms overhead and have someone gently lift the shoulder straps.

• If the jacket slides upward, retighten the bottom strap.

• If it still rides up, try a different size or model.

Important Safety Reminder:
A life jacket is not a substitute for active adult supervision or swim instruction. Children who cannot swim on their own—whether or not they are wearing a personal flotation device—must be closely supervised by an undistracted adult at all times.

Our slides have specific height requirements that are strictly enforced for guest safety:

• Large standalone blue slides (Leisure Pool): 48"

• Large slides on Monsoon Mountain: 40"

• Small slides on Monsoon Mountain: 36"

Please note: Height measurements are taken at the discretion of Aqua Park staff.

To keep our guests safe, our lifeguards regularly practice their lifeguarding skills and emergency action plans through live training scenarios. The most effective way to prepare for real emergencies is to train in a realistic environment—this means practicing while patrons are present so staff can experience true-to-life conditions.

During these drills, you may see managers placing training manikins in the water, lifeguards performing rescue responses, or hear airhorns and rapid movement from our team. These are planned exercises.

If you witness a training scenario, the best thing you can do is stay clear of the area and allow staff to complete the drill. Your cooperation helps us ensure the highest level of safety for everyone in the park.

Yes! Our Collinsville Aqua Park gift shop is well-stocked with many items you may need to enjoy your visit. We offer a wide selection of swimwear, including men’s, women’s, women’s plus-size, juniors’, and kids’ suits. You’ll also find adult and child T-shirts, adult tank tops, hats, and visors.

In addition to clothing, we carry a variety of essentials such as sunscreen, beach towels, waterproof phone cases, and more.

 View our website for the swim attire policy.

No. Smoking is strictly prohibited inside Collinsville Aqua Park. Designated smoking areas are available outside the gates and away from the admissions area.

No tobacco products, including e-cigarettes and vaping devices, alcohol, or drugs may be brought into the park.

Collinsville Aqua Park reserves the right to refuse entry to any guest who appears to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol or who is causing a disturbance. Guests who cause a disturbance inside the park will be removed without a refund.

Parking is free at Collinsville Aqua Park.  

Collinsville Aqua Park is a family-friendly facility, and we expect all guests to behave respectfully and safely. The following behaviors are not permitted:

A full list of rules is available on-site, on our Facebook page, and on our website.

Collinsville Aqua Park is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

We are open to the general public seven days a week until mid-August, when school resumes. After that, the waterpark operates on weekends only (Saturday–Sunday) through Labor Day weekend.

General Admission Hours

• Thursday–Saturday: 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm

• Sunday–Wednesday: 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

• Season Pass Holders: Early entry at 11:00 am daily

Daily Admission Cutoff

• Ticket sales end one hour before closing.

  • Example: If closing at 7 pm → admission ends at 6 pm.

  • If closing at 6 pm → admission ends at 5 pm.

• Admission also ends once the park reaches capacity (700 guests or staff discretion).

  • Only season pass holders may enter once capacity is reached.

Weather & Ticket Sales

Ticket sales cease when severe weather is in the forecast. Please review our Inclement Weather Policy for details.

Important Notes

Collinsville Aqua Park hours are subject to change based on:

• Weather

• Capacity

• Staffing

• Events and programming

• Maintenance needs

• Other unforeseen circumstances

The City of Collinsville Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to adjust hours as needed for the safety and betterment of guests and staff.

If you’re planning a visit and want to confirm we’re open, please call us at (618) 346-4571. We also recommend checking the weather and making an informed decision before traveling to the waterpark.

A resident is someone who lives within and pays taxes to the City of Collinsville.

To verify your residency, check your tax bill or visit the appropriate county website:

• Madison County residents: reweb1.co.madison.il.us

• St. Clair County residents: stclairil.devnetwedge.com

If “City of Collinsville” appears under Taxing Bodies on your tax bill, you are considered a City of Collinsville resident. If it does not appear, you are not considered a resident.

If your child becomes lost, please go directly to the Guest Services office or notify the nearest staff member immediately. We have a specific Emergency Action Plan in place for this type of situation, and the sooner our team is alerted, the quicker we can respond.

Our staff will promptly activate the protocol to locate your child. While we understand this can be a frightening experience, we ask that you remain calm and allow our team to do their job so we can reunite you as quickly and safely as possible.

Children under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult who is at least 17 years old. 

Children must be 13 years or older to enter the waterpark without an adult.

Adults must always accompany children unable to swim and children in flotation devices. 

All children who are not toilet trained are required to wear all of the following while in the pool area:

1. A disposable swim diaper

2. Plastic pants worn over the swim diaper

3. A swimsuit over both layers

(See graphics below for an example.)

Swim diapers and plastic pants are not a substitute for frequent diaper checks and bathroom breaks. Please check swim diapers often and change them away from the poolside. All diaper changes must take place in the locker room, and used diapers must be thrown away in the appropriate trash cans.

After changing a diaper, guests should wipe down the baby-changing station and wash their hands thoroughly before returning to the waterpark.

Health & Safety Reminder

If you or your child is sick, has diarrhea, or has an open cut or wound, do not enter the water for the safety of other swimmers.

In the event of a fecal accident, pools must be closed for proper sanitation.

• Solid stool requires a temporary closure.

• Liquid fecal contamination requires a mandatory 24-hour closure per state regulations.

Parents, please remind non-diapered children to take regular bathroom breaks, and remember that adults are responsible for the actions of their children. If you believe your child may have an accident, please follow the swim diaper requirements.

Swim diapers and plastic pants are available for purchase at the CAP Guest Service Office.

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Collinsville Aqua Park has a no-refund policy — all sales are final. However, we understand that extenuating circumstances may arise, so refunds are granted only at the discretion of the Superintendent of Aquatics and the Director of Parks & Recreation. Refunds will never be issued in cash.

• There are no refunds on incidental expenses such as lockers, food, admission, etc.

• Please make sure you clearly communicate what you are purchasing, and if you qualify for discounted rates (e.g., resident, military, child/senior), be prepared to show proof at the time of purchase.

Even if you leave early or after we re-open following inclement weather, refunds will not be provided.

For refunds related to group reservations, birthday parties, or private rentals, please visit our website [insert specific refund link here].

As an outdoor facility, it’s the responsibility of patrons to check the weather and make an informed decision before visiting the park.

Collinsville Aqua Park is located in Collinsville, Illinois, right in the heart of the Metro East. Conveniently situated just off Interstates 255 and 55, the park is easy to access from anywhere in the region.

📍 Address:
10 Gateway Dr., Collinsville, IL 62234

Lifeguards use whistles for a variety of reasons. Most often, a whistle is blown to get the attention of a guest who may not be following a rule or is doing something unsafe. It’s a quick way for guards to correct behavior and help keep everyone safe. As guests become more familiar with the rules, you may notice fewer whistle reminders.

Whistles are also used during emergency situations or when a lifeguard needs to alert a manager. Each whistle pattern has a specific meaning, allowing lifeguards and supervisors to communicate quickly and effectively.

If you hear a whistle, make it a habit to stop, look toward the lifeguard, and listen in case they need your attention.

Our lifeguard team wears different colors to help guests, staff, and emergency personnel quickly identify who’s who on the pool deck.

Lifeguards – Royal Blue
Lifeguards are our frontline team and the face of the waterpark. They’re the ones you’ll see in the stands and throughout the park actively watching the water and assisting guests.

Head Guards – Royal Blue + Navy Hip Packs
Head Guards wear the same royal-blue suits and visors as lifeguards, but are distinguished by their navy blue hip packs. They serve as lead guards, staying on the ground to support lifeguards, check on guests, and assist with first aid, emergency responses, and customer service needs.

Assistant Managers & Managers – Red
Managers and Assistant Managers wear red swimsuits and/or red collared shirts or T-shirts labeled MANAGER on the back. They carry black hip packs. In addition to behind-the-scenes responsibilities, you’ll see them throughout the park assisting guests, supporting staff, and helping keep the entire operation running smoothly.

Yes, you can cancel your camper's registration for a summer camp date or dates up to 7 DAYS in advance for a full refund or credit to account, if applicable. NO refunds will be rewarded between 6 days and the DAY OF the first registered date of that weekly session.  This requirement allows us to offer opportunities to other campers on the waitlist. 

If written notice is not received within the required timeframe, the full session fee will apply. 

 To cancel a camp date for your camper please email camp@collinsvilleil.org with Camper's full name, dates to be removed, and any other important information relating to the cancellation. 

You can access a copy of your Tax Receipts, along with all your payment history through your online account.  Select Tax Receipts at the bottom of the dashboard screen. 

 Online Services (activecommunities.com)

How To Use your Online Account

All camp registrations are required to make at least the initial week registration payment and continue on a Payment Plan.  A credit card will be put on the payment plan, which is currently scheduled to charge a credit card the Friday BEFORE the week start of a Camp date. For example, for a camper attending Week 3 starting on Monday, the credit card will be charged on Friday the week BEFORE. 

Other Payment Options: 

1. Credit Card
   • As of April 1^st, 2024, a 2.75% charge will be added to all credit card transactions.
2. Check
   • Must be made BEFORE the automatic schedule pay date to avoid credit card use
   • Checks need to be made out to:

     City of Collinsville
     Memo: Summer Camp for Camper’s first and last name

3. Cash
   • Must be made BEFORE the automatic schedule pay date to avoid credit card use.
   • Cash payments will be accepted at the Parks and Recreation Office during office hours of 8:30am and 5:00pm.

*Parents may leave payment with staff at Camper Drop off. Please put payment in envelope, labeled with camper's name*

IMPORTANT TO KNOW: If you are cancelling a registration date, the cancellation must occur at LEAST 7 DAYS in advance for a full refund.   NO refunds will be rewarded between 6 days and the DAY OF the first registered date of that weekly session.  This requirement allows us to offer opportunities to other campers on the waitlist. 

 To cancel a camp date for your camper please email camp@collinsvilleil.org with Camper's full name, sessions to be removed, and any other important information relating to the cancellation. 

If your camper is on the waitlist, you will ONLY be notified if they have been ADDED to the session for which they were waitlisted. 

The last possible date for a camper to be added from the waitlist is the FRIDAY before the start of that session.

• Parent/Guardian on account will be notified via Phone or Email directly form the Parks and Recreation Office.

• ALSO receive a confirmation email from the registration system

Account holders can always check their registration dates through your online account.  Please click link for "How to"

Online account: Online Services (activecommunities.com) 

YES! You can register for additional sessions at any time. If a session is full, you can always add your camper to the waitlist at no charge! You can register for more sessions through your account online or by contacting the Collinsville Parks and Recreation Activity Center at 618-346-7529. 

To access your Active Communities Account 
Click HERE

When you register your camper(s) online, the calendar dates will indicate if registration is full for that session.  If you would like to be added to the waitlist(no charge) for the session, select the session within your request and the system prompt will ask if you would like to be added to the waitlist, accept the request, then proceed with your registration.

If any an opening for the waitlist occurs, you will be notified by Collinsville Parks and Recreation. 

Camp Kahok Summer Camp registration offers additional care before camp our and after camp hours to for an additional fee. 

Camp Hours are from 9:00am-4:00pm 

Early Care starts at 7:00am and ends at 9:00am, the start of Camp Activities.
Late Care starts at 4:00pm, the end of Camp Activities, and ends at 6:00pm.
All Campers MUST be picked up by 6pm to avoid late fee charges. 

Camper Swim Test & Wristbands

All campers will complete a swim test with a Head Lifeguard and receive a colored wristband based on swimming ability and height. Wristbands must be worn on all Camp Kahok pool days.

• GREEN Wristband
  Campers who meet the 48-inch height requirement and pass the swim test may access all Aqua Park swim areas.

• YELLOW Wristband
  Campers who are at least 40 inches but under 48 inches and pass the swim test may access most areas, including the Lilypad and all Monsoon Mountain slides.
  Yellow wristbands are not permitted on the Tower Slide (big blue slide near the Lilypad).

• RED Wristband
  Campers with a red wristband may swim only in the following areas:

  • Leisure Pool

  • Monsoon Mountain (no red or blue slides; 40-inch height minimum)

  • Kiddie Pool

  • Lazy River (non-swimmers only, with supervision)

    • C.I.T. supervision: 1:1 ratio

    • Camp Counselor supervision: 2:1 ratio

All campers must follow height requirements (40–48 inches) for applicable Aqua Park features. Swim test results and wristband assignments are tracked by the Camp Director and staff.

Opting Out of a Swim Test

Parents may choose to forgo the swim test and request a RED wristband only. Campers assigned a GREEN or YELLOW wristband must complete a swim test.

Swim test opportunities will be scheduled with Aqua Park staff prior to the start of camp. If a camper is unable to attend a scheduled swim test day, an individual test will be completed when Aqua Park staff is available.

Click here for the Aqua Park Rules

Camp Kahok campers enjoy afternoon trips to the Aqua Park on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, weather permitting. 

One major field trip each week is included in the registration fee for the scheduled field trip date. Campers are required to wear their Camp Kahok T-shirt and closed-toe walking shoes.

If a field trip is canceled, every effort will be made to reschedule. When rescheduling is not possible, an in-house activity or alternate program will be provided.

Parents/Guardians will be contacted via ePACT notification for a field trip cancellation. 

Campers are required to bring a backpack to contain and carry all of their items. Campers should have in their backpacks:

1. Water bottle
2. Swimwear, towel, sandals, & a bag for wet clothes
3. Sunscreen/bug spray
4. Lunch and two snacks (if you have a very hungry camper, please send extra snacks)
5. Cell phones are allowed but must be turned off and kept in camper's bag.

Camp Kahok is not responsible for any lost or stolen items

Medications, Allergies, etc.

A medication permission form must be signed by a parent or guardian via ePACT. Only medications which are medically necessary and cannot be scheduled outside the hours of the recreation program will be given during the program. All medications must be contained in a prescription bottle or original container and appropriately labeled. All medications that are given during camp hours will be logged in the medication log available to staff. 

For more information, please refer to the Camp Kahok Parent Guide.

Please send your camper to camp prepared for a full range of activities! 

Loose fitting clothing for messy activities, outdoor recreation and weather appropriate. Campers must wear closed-toe shoes suitable for walking, running, and playing. Sandals will only be allowed on Pool Days at the Aqua Park. Individuals prone to accidents or extreme messes, should provide an extra change of clothes, socks, undergarments, etc. in their daily backpack. 

Campers should bring a packed lunch, water bottle, and 2 snacks every day. Field Trip days will have limited opportunities to purchase lunches, a packed lunched will be required.  More details will be shared in the weekly newsletter emailed to parents/guardians. 

Pizza Fridays! Campers will receive two slices of pizza every Friday at Camp!

Campers still needs to bring 2 snacks and a drink, and any additional food that they may need/want with their pizza lunch. 

Click here for specific information and a copy of the Lunch Form (also available at Camper check-in)

Camp Kahok is located at Collinsville Parks and Recreation Activity Center. Located next to Collinsville Aqua Park.

Collinsville Activity Center, 10 Gateway Dr, Collinsville, IL 62234 

If you have not heard directly from your coach, call the Rainout Weather Hotline at 618-346-7529 and press 1.

 The Weather Hotline will be updated by 4pm at the latest on a weekday and at least 2 hours before the first scheduled event on weekends. 

Please DO NOT CALL the office directly asking if your game/practice is cancelled. The Parks and Recreation Office will do everything in our power to play ball as long as it is safe for players. Unfortunately, we cannot control or predict the weather. 

Practices start the first week of April. Practices will be scheduled 2 times per week per team for the month of April. 

Practices and games that are scheduled during the week can start as early as 5:30pm. For the older divisions, practice may start as late at 8pm. 

Saturday practices or games can start as early as 9am and go as late as 2pm. 

CBSL provides a uniform shirt and hat which will be handed out by the coach before the first game of the season.

• Players will need their own glove.
• CBSL will provide bats, balls, batting helmets, and batting tee.
• Players are welcome to purchase and use their own equipment.
• Molded rubber cleats are recommended however sneakers are allowed.

The recycling of Electronics & Appliances is a service provided free of charge to Collinsville Residents by Power Recycling.

A monthly drop off is held the 2nd Saturday of the month from 9am till noon at the public parking lot at 227 West Main Street. (Across from Spiritos Italian Grocery)

See the flyer below for details of items to drop off.

• Electronics Recycling 2019

If you have questions please call Power Recycling at 618-344-7232.

Many small property owners operate their rental units as an investment and may not have the back ground information and or experience that would assist them in preventing or dealing with problems on their property. The Collinsville police department has had many cases that relate to rental property where drug sales, criminal gang activity and severe nuisance problems that adversely impacted the quality of life in the neighborhood. The owner was unaware or unable to quickly and effectively resolve these matters. One has no way of knowing if the next renter will become a nightmare for you or the neighborhood. The Crime-free Housing program will help you be prepared to prevent problems or be ready to quickly and effectively deal with those problems should they occur.

In November 2024, the City Council approved an ordinance adopting new building and fire-safety codes. The new codes went into effect on January 1st, 2025. During the process, Section 307 was repealed and replaced with a new Section 307. Section 307 pertains to open burning, which was previously prohibited. With the addition of a permitting process, some open burning is now allowed. Permits are available at City Hall’s Community Development counter.

• IS THERE A COST FOR THE PERMIT? No.
• WHEN IS A BURN PERMIT REQUIRED? Permits are required for bonfires, disaster waste and ecological burns.
• WHAT IS DISASTER WASTE? Trees and tree limbs from severe weather. The disaster will be declared by the Mayor or City Manager.
• WHEN IS BURNING PROHIBITED? Anytime wind conditions are at or above 15mph, or wind gusts more than 20mph.
• WHAT TIMES CAN I BURN? Between the hours of 7am and 11pm.
• IS A PERMIT REQUIRED FROM THE EPA? Yes. An Illinois EPA permit is required for disaster and ecological burns.
• ARE PORTABLE FIREPLACES ALLOWED? Yes. Portable Outdoor Fireplaces shall not be used withing 15 feet of a structure or combustible materials. This does not pertain to one and two-family dwellings.
• ARE BURN BARRELS ALLOWED? No.
• WHAT MATERIALS ARE PROHIBITED? Leaves, brush, grass, rubbish, garbage, trash and construction debris.
• BONFIRE LOCATION: Bonfires shall be located a minimum of 50 feet from structures and combustible materials.
• WHAT CAN I BURN? Clean, dry firewood or charcoal.
• ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Constant attendance is required until the fire is extinguished. An extinguishment method such as a fire extinguisher, water hose, etc. must be available on site.

Yes, the Collinsville Fire Department conducts scheduled fire station tours for small groups from Monday through Friday between the hours of 8am-4:30pm. Participants must be at least 5 years of age and be accompanied by an adult.

To arrange a tour of your neighborhood fire station, please contact Fire Administration at (618) 346-5022 ext. 8.

Requests for MEDICAL RECORDS should be faxed to (618) 346-5025, or by US Mail to 130 South Clinton, Collinsville, IL 62234. Requests must include the patient's full name, date of service, a release/authorization signed by the patient, and a fax number to which the response can be sent. 

Requests for BILLING RECORDS should be submitted through CHARTSWAP at Chartswap.com

Outside of Chartswap, BILLING RECORDS can be requested as follows:

FOR DATE(S) OF SERVICE THROUGH MAY 31, 2020:

Andres Medical Billing
3223 North Wilke Road
Arlington Heights, IL  60004
Phone: (800) 244-2345
Fax: (800) 329-5274

FOR DATE(S) OF SERVICE JUNE 1, 2020 & AFTER:

Medicount, Inc
10361 Spartan Drive Cincinnati, OH 45215
Phone: (800) 962-1484
Fax: (513) 772-4464

Contact Kelsey Timken with questions at (618) 346-5022 ext. 3141 or at ktimken@collinsvilleil.org

Leave ‘Em Safe Program

If you or someone you know is sleeping in a home without a working smoke detector, call the Fire Department.

Our Leave 'Em Safe Program works in cooperation with the Illinois State Fire Marshal's Office to install smoke detectors in owner occupied homes.  Whether the occupant cannot afford a smoke detector or has been unable to get one installed, Firefighters will come install a working smoke detector or replace batteries free of charge. The goal of the program is to make sure the occupants are protected before anyone sleeps one more night without a smoke detector.

Landlords are required to ensure working smoke detectors are present in all their rental units.  If you rent and have requested your landlord install or replace your smoke detector, contact us. In some cases we will have smoke detectors that are not a part of the State program, and will install them for you. If none are available, your landlord can be contacted by the Building Department to ensure the required detector(s) are installed. 

In short, the Collinsville Fire Department will do whatever it takes to get a smoke detector protecting your home.  Call before another night goes by.

Contact:
130 South Clinton
Collinsville, IL 62234
618-346-5022 ext. 8

Hydrant Maintenance Program

The purpose of the Collinsville hydrant flushing program is to provide better water quality to residents and ensure their proper operation in the event of a fire. For the hydrant to operate properly, crews check for ease of opening and closing, ensure that water flow stops when the hydrant is shut down, and make sure water remaining in the barrel drains down below ground level into surrounding soil. If a hydrant does not perform all of these functions, the hydrant must be repaired by the Water Department. Hard turning or inoperable fire hydrants can be a serious problem for the Fire Department during emergency situations and any leaks within the hydrant can be a source of water loss and a major cause for hydrant freeze up during the winter months.

City ordinance also requires that fire hydrants have a 48-inch circle around the hydrant that is free from obstructions. This helps firefighters find the hydrant in the event of an emergency. When a violation of this ordinance is discovered, a letter will be sent to the homeowner requesting the obstruction be removed, and follow-up will be performed to ensure removal has been completed.

Flushing will occur between the hours of 8am and 2pm, Monday through Friday, during summer months.

PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT YOU MAY EXPERIENCE A DROP IN WATER PRESSURE AS WELL AS DISCOLORATION OF THE WATER DURING THIS PROCESS.

The discoloration is only temporary and does not indicate a problem with the water. If you experience discolored water, turn on an outside faucet or a COLD inside faucet with a screen -- such as a bathtub or sink faucet -- that can trap any sediment, if any were to get into your water system. Let the water run until clear.

This program ensures your hydrants and water supply are prepared in the event of an emergency.
 

The Tornado/Storm Warning System is an outdoor warning system, meaning that the sirens are designed to be heard outside, which is the most vulnerable place to be in severe weather conditions.

In the Madison County portion of the City in 2024, nine sirens were replaced in existing locations, and three sirens were installed in new locations. In the St. Clair County portion of the City in 2024, four sirens were replaced in existing locations.

As a reminder, the system that was replaced – which had been in place for decades and included sirens that were over 40 years old – used a manually-activated process that required City Communications Technicians to receive information of a tornado warning via a teletype or email, acknowledge that they had the information and set off ALL of the City's sirens at once from the Communications Center located in the Police Department. Because of their age, replacement parts were no longer available for these sirens and their failure rate was high.

Instead of relying on manual activations, the new siren system uses more advanced technology that’s connected to the National Weather Service’s polygon warning system, which improves accuracy and quality. According to the NOAA and NWS, this allows your local NOAA NWS Weather Forecast Office to "be able to narrow their focus on a portion of a county (or counties) that have the greatest threat for being impacted by severe weather." Once a tornado warning is issued for a polygon-based area, the sirens that are in said area automatically activate – NOT all of the City's sirens. If the siren(s) in your area sound, a tornado or destructive thunderstorm is projected by the NWS to be heading in your direction.

Here are a few things that you can do to prepare for a storm:

🔈 Keep your devices charged and make sure that you have batteries in your flash-lights, etc.
🔈 Have a plan for where you and your family will go to shelter in the event that the Emergency Sirens activate. Know your safe place, and be ready to act fast if needed.
🔈 Stock the supplies in your house’s Emergency Disaster Kit.
🔈 Collinsville residents are encouraged to sign-up for Emergency Alerts from the Madison County Emergency Management Agency through CodeRED Emergency Communications. Click here to sign-up for these alerts.
🔈 Listen to local news or an NOAA Weather Radio to stay informed about severe thunderstorm watches and warnings.
🔈 As always, contact 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency.
🔈 For more tips, visit https://ready.illinois.gov/hazards/tornadoes.html

🙋‍♂️YES! We welcome organizations, school groups, or individuals for every opportunity! Or drop-in on Volunteer Wednesdays to help! 

CLICK HERE to connect to the Volunteer at The Farm webpage

Willoughby Farm is proud to offer a variety of educational programs and guided group tours for all audiences. Our staff works closely with educators to select or adapt activities that support classroom goals and learning objectives.

CLICK HERE for more information about Groups & Field Trips at The Farm

The Farm is open to the public year-round from sunrise to sunset. 

 Click Here for Hours of Operation

Most of the positions at Collinsville Aqua Park are seasonal.  We encourage you to check our job listing page and sign up for job alerts to be notified of job openings.

Yes. Here's the contact information for two of the members of the Panel of Experts that spoke at the October 14th, 2025 City Council Meeting, which can be viewed in its entirety by clicking here:

• Matt Maas
  Division Manager
  Public Water Supplies Bureau of Water
  Illinois EPA
  217-786-0784
  Matthew.maas@illinois.gov

• John Scott
  Senior Analytical Chemist
  Illinois Sustainable Technology Center
  217-333-8407
  zhewang@illinois.edu

No, boiling water does not remove PFAS.

Yes, Collinsville water customers have been notified about PFAS.

• Test results of the City's ground water showed levels of PFAS above the "Class 1 Groundwater Quality Standard", which are new standards that were published on April 11th, 2025. The tested levels above the new standards triggered the Right to Know Act (which mandates that notices be provided to the public informing them of important information), and a Public Health Notice was issued via USPS to all City water customers in April 2025.
• Additionally, the City of Collinsville has publicly displayed PFAS testing results since testing began on the City website and in the Water Department's Annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR), as well as posting additional PFAS Reports online.
• The Water Department's Chief Operator, Superintendent of Utilities and Public Works Director also led a discussion on PFAS at the June 10th, 2025 City Council Meeting and a follow-up at the September 23rd, 2025 City Council Meeting.
• There was a section in the Fall 2025 City Scoop (which is mailed to all residential water customers and available to read online) discussing PFAS with a QR code linking to the PFAS page on the City's website.
• The City has also posted about PFAS on its social media pages multiple times throughout 2025.
• City leadership has conducted extensive media coverage on KSDK 5, FOX 2 News, BND, St. Louis NPR and the St. Louis Post Dispatch.
• A paper copy of this PFAS FAQ will be included with each water bill that's mailed out starting in mid-October 2025 and through mid-December 2025.

It's worth noting that following the initial Public Health Notice that was mailed/posted in April 2025, the City was not required by the EPA to inform residents of its detected PFAS in any additional manner, even given the elevated PFAS levels that were detected in the summer. All subsequent notifications from the City have been posted in the interest of transparency for its water customers.

PLEASE NOTE: PFAS standards are in their infancy, and so are the testing and treatment methods.

Here is the statement that the School District issued on Thursday, September 25th, 2025:

“Kahok Families,

On Wednesday, September 24, 2025, the City of Collinsville notified the district of water test results from their water department indicating that customers should take action to filter potable (safe for consumption) water.

The test results detected polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as PFAS, in both the City’s untreated raw well water and the finished treated water.

Based on these results, the City of Collinsville recommends that all water customers filter potable water before cooking or drinking. Water may still be safely used for handwashing, bathing, and laundry without filtration.

What does this mean for our schools?

The district is working with its environmental consulting group, J.S. Held, LLC, to evaluate potable water in our schools and to develop a system that addresses PFAS.

While not all of our schools receive water from the City of Collinsville, out of an abundance of caution, the district will follow the recommended course of action for each building as advised by our environmental consultants to ensure a safe environment for our students and staff.

Once a plan is finalized, families will receive follow-up communication and next steps.

Mark B. Skertich EdD
Superintendent”

Please reach out the Collinsville Community Unit School District #10 on Facebook with any further questions.

No. The EPA has identified over 2,700 source-water sites with detectable levels of PFAS in the United States. In Illinois, 50% of public water supplies have detected PFAS, with 17% of public water supplies having detected levels above the new standard.

As of September 23rd, 2025, the EPA and the City of Collinsville recommend all residents filter their tap water before using it for drinking or cooking to reduce their exposure to PFAS. Collinsville water is safe for washing clothes and bathing/showering.

There are certified filters known for removing PFAS (more information available on the EPA's website):

• Granular Activated Carbon
• Reverse Osmosis (RO)
• Anion Exchange

The EPA recommends NSF/ANSI 53 for PFAS reduction and NSF/ANSI 58 for Reverse Osmosis.

Yes! We appreciate the public's help spreading factual information regarding PFAS with others in the Collinsville community. Here's the most up-to-date PFAS FAQ Sheet (dated October 13th, 2025), which you can download, print and share with your friends and family members. Additionally, a paper copy of the FAQ Sheet will be included with each water bill that's mailed out starting in mid-October 2025 and through mid-December 2025.

PFAS refers to a group of man-made chemicals that are spread easily and break down very slowly. They are present throughout the environment – soil, water and air. The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) calls them "forever chemicals". High concentrations of and long exposure to PFAS chemicals are linked to health problems in humans.

For potential health impacts, refer to the IEPA's PFAS Webpage by clicking here or the Illinois Department of Public Health's Fact Sheet by clicking here.

Some of the challenges that communities are facing with PFAS are:

• WIDESPREAD CONTAMINATION – PFAS have been found in drinking water in nearly every state.
• HIGH TREATMENT COSTS – Removing PFAS is difficult and costly.
• UNFUNDED MANDATES – There is not enough federal or state funding to cover upgrades.

On September 29th, 2025, the City received guidance from the Madison County Health Department stating that restaurants are not required to address PFAS through any sort of PFAS filtration system. Additionally, Kendrick Soer, Chief Building Official for the City of Collinsville, provided guidance that PFAS filtration systems are not required for commercial businesses in the Illinois State Plumbing Code.

The City of Collinsville continues to actively work with engineering consultants to install specialized PFAS removal systems. As this is a large undertaking/project, the City is hopeful that the new PFAS treatment systems will be operational by early 2029.

• The City of Collinsville is ahead of the curve for meeting the sampling requirements by 2027 from EPA. The testing phase of the new EPA PFAS regulations require only 2 treated water samples be tested before 2027. The City of Collinsville has tested a combined total of 31 samples from its raw and treated water.
• The City of Collinsville entered into a Professional Service Agreement (PSA) with WHKS on March 11th, 2025, to evaluate three treatment methods (Reverse Osmosis, Resin Ion Exchange and Granular Activated Carbon) for PFAS removal at the Water Plant.
• The City is currently in a planning phase, having Project Management and Meetings, Environmental Assessments and Signoffs, Data Collection/Analysis, Evaluate PFAS removal Treatment Methods for equipment, costs, and footprint, then will receive a treatment method summary and written recommendations report from WHKS, which will then be submitted to IEPA for review.
• PROJECTED 2026/2027: The City will enter another PSA agreement with WHKS for Design Phase in late spring or early summer. Estimated time to complete design phase and pilot testing is approximately 1.5 years.
• PROJECTED 2028: Construction start up.
• PROJECTED 2029: Early Spring construction complete. PFAS Treatment process will be online.
• Some of the challenges that the City faces are limited footprint (size and area the new system will require), hydraulic constraints (process flows, head loss, and structural modifications), minimal downtime for bypass and tie-ins, and regulatory and water compliance. The Planning and Design Phase will help reduce some of these challenges.

Additionally, City leadership is currently having active conversations with county, state and federal officials regarding potential assistance for, at a minimum, low-income households.

Collinsville's new Water Treatment Plant began its design phase in or about 2012 and was completed in April of 2019. The EPA started testing our area for PFAS in November of 2020; the plant was already complete and online.

Collinsville’s water comes from the American Bottoms Aquifer, which is recharged by water from the Mississippi River. Unfortunately, we do not know from whence the contamination came specific to our aquifer – but the contaminants came from man-made materials produced in human industry and discharged into the environment from private industries.

Collinsville’s new Water Treatment Plant began its design phase in or about 2012 and was completed in April of 2019. The EPA started testing our area for PFAS in November of 2020; the plant was already complete and online.

PFAS are not a uniquely Collinsville issue. So far, the EPA has identified over 2,700 source-water sites with detectable levels of PFAS in the United States. In Illinois, 50% of public water supplies have detected PFAS, with 17% of public water supplies having detected levels above the new standard.

The EPA recommends NSF/ANSI 53 FOR GRANULAR ACTIVATED CHARCOAL SYSTEMS & NSF/ANSI 58 FOR REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEMS. Per the EPA, "when buying a water filter look on the product labels for certification under NSF/ANSI 53 or NSF/ANSI 58 for PFAS reduction...and check the NSF website to see if product treats the type of PFAS you’re trying to remove." More details about filters can be found on the EPA’s website at https://www.epa.gov/water-research/identifying-drinking-water-filters-certified-reduce-pfas

When selecting a filter, look for key words like PFAS, PFOA, or PFOS, but keep in mind a product may not list every contaminant it claims to remove on the label. Visit https://info.nsf.org/Certified/DWTU to check the product’s full reduction claim.

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For installers and residents looking to choose house filtration systems, refer to the following water statistics for help with installation:

• Average pH: 9.0 - 9.5
• Average Chlorine (free chlorine ion): 0.8 - 1.3
• Average water hardness: 230 mg/L (ppm) or 13.5 grains.

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The EPA recommends NSF/ANSI 53 for PFAS reduction and NSF/ANSI 58 for Reverse Osmosis. When you are selecting a filter, please look for its specifications, usually listed on the back of the packaging (see example below):

Dogs are permitted at the Farm provided they remain on a leash at all times.

Willoughby Farm is proud to offer a variety of educational programs and guided group tours for all audiences. Our staff works closely with educators to select or adapt activities that support classroom goals and learning objectives.

CLICK HERE for more information about Groups & Field Trips at The Farm

The Farm is open to the public year-round from sunrise to sunset. 

 Click Here for Hours of Operation