- Home
- Get Involved
- Next Generation Skatepark
Next Generation Skatepark
Valpo Parks is excited to announce Phase 1 of a new skatepark is complete!
- Public Engagement – Online Survey & Virtual Public Meetings
- Site Selection – Fairgrounds Park
- Conceptual Skatepark Design
- Overall Park Layout & Site Amenities
Thanks to the Skatepark Task Force, the City of Valparaiso, Abonmarche and, DugOut Design Studio for all your hard work.
Next steps are listed below! We look forward to a busy summer and continuing to make progress on this exciting project!
Phase 1 Timeline:
Online Public Survey - January 15 through January 24Virtual Public Engagement Session - February 3Virtual Public Findings & Renderings Presentation - February 17Virtual Presentation to Park Board - April 27
Next Steps:
- Finalize the skatepark design
- Improve & expand north parking lot
- Generate project cost estimate
- Begin fundraising campaign
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is part of the planning process of the skatepark?
A task force is in place with local skate enthusiasts as well as key players in making this skatepark a reality - Dug Ketterman of DugOut Design Studio (& former Valparaiso Viking), Jeff Zielinski of Driftwood Collective, and Matt Keiser of Abonmarche.
Where will the skatepark be located?
After multiple sites were considered and a thorough analysis was completed, Fairgrounds Park was selected as the future site of the Valparaiso Skatepark.
Will this skatepark be for more than just skateboarders?
Yes! We will cater to all sports including: skateboard, bike, scooter and skates.
When will this skatepark be complete?
Our goal is to have cost estimates by the end of May. With the proper funding we hope to have construction in progress by 2022.
How do I get involved in the skatepark?
For more information on how you can donate to the project, please contact Lisa Kusbel at lkusbel@valpo.us.. To donate online visit the Valpo Parks Foundation website HERE.
Who do I contact with questions on the skatepark?
Please direct questions to Skatepark@valpo.us.
-
Kevin Nuppnau
Phone: 219-462-5144 ext. 6307
Get on Board
For more information on how you can donate to the project, please visit the Valpo Parks Foundation website HERE.