The skatepark is located within Kiwanis Park, a three-area park at the intersection of Bridgeport Way and Fairdawn Drive, just south of Steilacoom Boulevard. It is especially pleasing to have had such youth involvement and volunteerism in planning of this park. The skatepark has been eagerly anticipated by the youth of the greater Lakewood area for several years and is expected to be a regional attraction. The Lakewood Skatepark in a 12,500 square feet, state of the art, in-ground concrete facility. Landscaping, parking, and lighting projects at the skatepark will follow in subsequent weeks and months.
Fund raising is continuing and the youth are confident in reaching their goal.
I hope this will be one of many opportunities that we will have to work together. Many skaters already christened the park by using the ramps and curves throughout the construction process this summer.