If you have a question regarding the LSA or the plans for a Lakewood Skatepark, look over these frequently asked questions. If you don't see what you are looking for, drop us a line using the Contact Us page.
| Questions |
Answers |
| Why isn't there a skatepark in Lakewood? |
According to the city, a skatepark has been planned
to be built at Lakewood Park. In December, 2002, an architect
was hired to help design the park. |
| Where will the skatepark be located? |
As part of the Lakewood Park Master Plan, the
skate park will be located on the south of the tennis courts
and north of the Old Stone House. |
| How can I share my own ideas/concerns for the
park? |
Attend any and all LSA and public meetings. Your
involvement is crucial to the success of the park. Sign
up as a member so we may keep you updated on any events
or updates to the process. |
| Who is designing the park? |
So far the city has retained the architecture
firm Brandstetter,
Carrol, & Zofcin, Inc. to do the design. They have worked
on other Lakewood projects in the past. For this project they
have been working with the city's Skatepark Design Committee
which consists of experienced local skaters and park designers. |
| Will the new park be concrete or Pre-Fab? |
The park will be concrete. |
| Will a professional skatepark designer/contractor
be working on our park? |
As of now, no professional designer/contractor
has been hired. While the architect has had some experience
designing a skatepark, they do not specialize in skateparks
and so an experienced skatepark counsultant/contractor will
be needed to help consult on the plans. |
| Will you need to have helmets/pads, etc? |
The safety gear requirements have yet to be determined.
But following the example by other public parks and facilities,
protective equipment is strongly suggested but is not required
to skate. There will be set rules for participation but it is
up to the skaters themselves to make sure others respect the
rules and the park as a whole. The city is allowing us to self
police the park and report any negative or destructive behavior. |
| What time(s) will the park be open? |
The park will be open park hours which is sunrise
to dusk. Lighting will be installed as well. |
| Will bikes be allowed in the park? |
No. The city voted to create a skateboard and
rollerblade park as an addition to Lakewood Park. This decision
was made by the park planners for the city and was voted on
3 years ago. The LSA wasn't even in existence at this time. |
