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City of Bethlehem  Parks Department

Complete a skateplaza in our community.City of Bethlehem Parks Department

COMPETED FOR

$250K
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Competed in
May, 2010

Goals

  • To establish a world class skateplaza in Bethlehem.
  • To provide a safe venue for action sports ehusiasts.
  • To attract an average of 150-200 skaters/BMXer's per day.
  • To strengthen community partnerships & positive well-being of the City

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Overview

The City of Bethlehem desires to fill a recreational void through the development of a skateplaza. These action sports enthusiasts deserve to have a place for their sport of choice just as ball players need ballfields.  The skateplaza will not only benefit the active sports enthusiasts but will also benefit the community by not having the young people unlawfully use public and private property,causing property damage, trespassing violations and negative police contacts. The City recognizing the need for this type of facility,is committed to securing the necessary funding to achieve this goal. The plaza will be capable of supporting skaters and BMXers from novice to advanced. The $1.3 million skateplaza will be more than 750 ft. long totaling 40,000 sq. ft. The project was designed with input from local as well as nationally known riders,replicating popular skating spots around the world.The skateplaza will not just serve the community but will be a destination site.

How will the 250K be Used?

Budget Notes: The total budget is $1.3 million and the skateplaza is being built in phases. To date, $775,000.00 has been raised which will assist in completing Phase I and a portion of Phase II. Therefore, the $250,000.00 Pepsi grant will enable us to continue with this project.
$ 250,000 to help complete Phase 2
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