New Executive Director Appointed At Oswegoland Park District

OSWEGO, IL — A new executive director was appointed to oversee the Oswegoland Park District.

The Board of Commissioners approved Chad Feldotto's appointment, effective Jan. 5. He previously worked as the director of parks and planning and was named deputy executive director on July 17, 2025, following former Executive Director Tom Betsinger's resignation.

Betsinger was initially placed on paid administrative leave amid charges stemming from several "intentional" attempts to run a man over in the parking lot of BrightFarms Greenhouse in Yorkville, then crashing into parked cars before fleeing, Patch reported.

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Feldotto has worked with the Oswegoland Park District for nearly two decades, during which time he "played an integral role in shaping the parks, facilities, and partnerships that serve our community today," the Board wrote in a news release.

As director of parks and planning, Feldotto oversaw several projects, secured grant funding and fostered collaborative relationships with municipal partners, the Board said.

"The Board of Commissioners looks forward to the continued growth of the District under Chad’s leadership and extends sincere appreciation to staff and the community for their dedication and support during this transition," officials said.