At this time, the skate park is funded in tranche 3 of the G.O. Bond and a design for the project does not yet exist.
At their October 2, 2019 meeting, the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board discussed the design of the 82nd street skate park. As part of the discussion, the Environmental and Sustainability Department shared ideas with the board that could be explored in the design of a resilient skate park (Exhibit B), such as:
· Incorporate natural elements like trees and native plants to help reduce stormwater runoff and filter it back into the ground.
· Incorporate rocks to help reduce stormwater runoff and filter it back into the ground.
· Use recycled materials, such as recycled concrete, steel, wood, metals, used tires and construction debris from cleanups around the city to build the materials for the skatepark.
· Use pre-cast concrete pieces are prepared in an off-site factory.
· Use art elements to provide a fun, colorful environment.
· Use natural slopes to create elevation changes rather than importing backfill and stay above grade in areas with rock formations or troublesome soil conditions.
· Provide a water refilling bottle station and water fountain to hydrate skaters.
· Provide recycling and trash bins (paired and with signage).