Had a meeting last night about the redevelopment of Kingston/ Kings Field park. Nothings final yet but its a good start even if some people were being unhelpful.. no bowl.
Anyone got anything to add that you think we need in the park..?
Key points-
1. Agreed small representation group for next couple of meets. Matt (Skaters), Aaron (BMX), Sean (in line) Lou (girls/young women), David (Richmond Youth Partnership) , Gaye (Parks), Steve (general know everyone/everything person). These people MUST feed back info to other park users.
2. Agreed timescale. Final list of requirements re new skate park to be agreed by end of Sept. Then out to contractors for design pics. Final design November. Contractor appointed by Christmas for build in time to open Summer 2010.
3. Agreed consultation. RYP to put a notice up in Kcafe with post its for ideas. Also a brief yes/no questionnaire on the following key points. We won’t use the existing design pictures we have from Wheelscape although concept 2 was the preferred option at this stage.
4. Key features of the new park.
a. Good flow and transition.
b. Not a bowl.
c. Not too big/too small (ramp heights around 6ft)
d. Beginners area (like Horsham)
e. Must have a long, wide 1/2 pipe
f. Edges should have coping on one side and angle iron on the other
g.Varnished concrete surface (NOT paint) Like Royal Oak
h. A surrounding bank with seating, shelter and ability to act as wind break for those freezing windy winter days
i. A bit of debate around stairs but on the whole it was yes but maybe with a bank in the middle
Contractors- Dreamline (?) Maverick, Wheelscape.
So, Lee told me because he has the new Alone Grips in stock I have to help sell them so here goes…..
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