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CONCRETE SKATEPARK DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
Skatepark at McCleod Park
4619 14TH AVE SW, SEATTLE, WA 98106 . 206-932-6414 . GRINDLINE.COM
GRINDLINE
CONCRETE SKATEPARK DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION
Skate Spots
at Claude Moore Park
Statement of
Qualifications
4619 14TH AVE SW, SEATTLE, WA 98106 . 206-932-6414 . GRINDLINE.COM
GRINDLINE
CONCRETE SKATEPARK DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
Skatepark at McCleod Park
4619 14TH AVE SW, SEATTLE, WA 98106 . 206-932-6414 . GRINDLINE.COM
GRINDLINE
CONCRETE SKATEPARK DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION
Skate Spots
at Claude Moore Park
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Meet Our Team
Firm Profile
Project Approach
Our Work
Past & Current Projects
Industry Recognition
Table of Contents
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We needed a place to skate.
We started Grindline because we had
an obligation to provide a place for opportunity.
For recognition, acceptance, and cameraderie.
An outlet for artistic expression.
A place to build self-esteem.
A place to skate.
The skaters in our community watched year after year
as the wooden ramps we built turned to pulp
under the rain clouds of our beloved Pacific Northwest.
We were chased away from sidewalks and hills
and fined for building renegade skatespots
on unused public land.
If we couldn't skate on our own streets, and we weren't allowed to build new places of our own, where were we to go? But more importantly, where would we end up?
Grindline remains deeply connected to our past experience.
This is what keeps us real. It's what keeps us true.
We eat, live, and breathe skateparks.
And we make them...so we can skate them.
Mark Hubbard
Founder
Grindline Skateparks
MEET OUR TEAM
1 As Grindline’s CEO, Matt has overall responsibility
for managing the operations and administration
for Grindline Skateparks. Matt ensures that all
contract obligations are fulfilled and maintains
a high level of communication with clients for
the duration of their project. Matt oversees all of
Grindline’s construction and design projects. He
is responsible for developing project scope and
budgets, generating accurate cost estimates,
overseeing preparation of project documents,
communicating with clients, and scheduling
projects. Matt has extensive experience working
with architects, engineers, surveyors, and artists
on interdisciplinary design teams.
Matt Fluegge
Chief Executive Offi cer
James works closely with the design and construction crews to bring projects in on schedule and on budget, with the quality of craftsmanship that
Grindline is famous for. He is a highly skilled AutoCAD and Rhino technician with extensive insight towards graphic and drafting multimedia. James
is responsible for the preparation of Grindline’s
construction documents, taking the project from
conceptual design to detailed construction bid
documents. James is ready to offer prompt response to anything that may arise during the bid and construction process.
James Klinedinst
Project Manager
Meet Our Team
Brett Johnson initially joined the Grindline Team as
an intern while in his 3rd year of Washington State
University’s Voiland College of Engineering and
Architecture. With his degree in Civil Engineering
and specialty in Structural Engineering, Brett
brings highly valuable engineering knowledge
to the world of skatepark design. He uses
his skateboarding experience, 3D modeling
capabilities, and his advanced CAD drafting
skills to both produce and display informed,
functional, and buildable skatepark terrain .
Brett applies his engineering focus on designing
safe and economical skateparks for a changing
environment and increases the effi ciency in the
use of skatepark construction materials.
Brett Johnson
Lead Designer
As a child living in Hawaii Alex found a love for building ramps and skateboarding; building his fi rst wooden
ramp in his backyard. Fast forward twenty-three
years and his passion and devotion to both crafts are
stronger than ever. He moved back to Seattle and
found a new passion in Concrete and the skateparks
made from them. Alex attended Western Washington
University and upon graduating claimed a B.S. in
Engineering. From his years of education and hands
on experience Alex brings a unique skillset to assist
both the design teams responsible for dreaming up
our parks and the construction teams that make
them a reality. Alex is also responsible for cost
estimates, additional design input, procurement of
materials, project documents and helping to ensure
the project is on budget and on schedule.
Alex Sandlin
Project Engineer
Dave began riding skateboards at a young
age, which eventually led to an 8-year career
as a professional skateboarder. In 1997, Dave
switched gears and became involved in skatepark
construction when he joined the construction
team that built the Vans skateparks across the
nation. He teamed up with Rob Owen and Mark
Hubbard to found Grindline Skateparks in 2002.
Dave Palmer
Site Superintendent
Rob spent his formative years in Milwaukee, where he
grew up skating the legendary Turf Skatepark. His taste for concrete skate facilities manifested itself when he moved to Seattle in 1996. Rob became a member of
the group responsible for the construction of the West
Seattle Bowl, a private backyard pool built in what is
now Rob’s backyard. After working on many of the
most famous skateparks built in the late 90’s, Rob
became a founding member of Grindline Skatepark
in 2002.
Rob Owen
Site Superintendent
FIRM PROFILE
2 KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
1 Firm Bio grindline
GRINDLINE SKATEPARKS creates the most thoughtful and innovative skateparks in the world today because our skateparks are designed and built by lifelong skaters and former professionals who know how important access to a skatepark is. As a full service firm specializing in the planning, design, construction and programming of concrete skateparks, it is our mission to provide everyone who loves skateboarding, regardless of their ability, a place to celebrate the sport and practice their skills. A Grindline skatepark is a family friendly space for both active and passive park users to enjoy today and for decades to come.
Since 2002, the Grindline team has designed, sculpted, and skated millions of tons of concrete across the United States and around the World. Grindline has developed the full spectrum of skate terrain including street courses, bowl complexes, snake runs, pump tracks, hobbit trails, professional training facilities, skateable sculptures and all those features yet to be named. We translate the needs of local skaters into skatepark designs that will progress with them into the future. Our parks range in size from the largest skatepark in North America all the way down to a single skate obstacle. Regardless of square footage, skaters are riding our parks from dawn to dusk.
We have designed and constructed over 250 skateparks to date, from Orcas Island in Washington State to the Holy Lands of Israel, giving us an intimate understanding of building community through skateboarding.
As a contractor specializing in concrete construction, we are highly aware of the effects from the growing amount of hardscape on the environment. On every job, Grindline incorporates green construction techniques such as:
• Recycled concrete for sub base materials
• Flyash in our concrete and shotcrete mixes
• Onsite stormwater management
• Recycling of construction materials such as formwork and site spoils Grindline has the appropriate financial and staffing resources to undertake a project of this scope and size. It is the normal means of business for Grindline to manage, design, and construct multiple projects at any given time such that each meets its specified objectives. Our office is staffed such that any given task can be performed on more than one project at any given time. Our multiple construction crews allow for us to construct multiple projects simultaneously. Our positive financial position includes a $250,000 revolving line of credit with a local commercial bank, surplus cash reserves held with a local bank, over $380,000 in positive working capital, a bonding program with an A+-rated Surety (Travelers) that supports $6,000,000 aggregate of projects with a $2,000,000 single project limit as well as revolving credit accounts with local and national material suppliers.
Riverside Park Skatepark, Detroit, MI
PROJECT APPROACH
3 PROJECT UNDERSTANDING & INNOVATION
4 Our Philosophy
A world class skatepark is the result of an entire community coming together to work toward a common purpose. It’s our responsibility to engage all interest groups throughout the development of their park and motivate them to work together. We aim to empower skate advocates and community groups by giving them the tools and knowledge they need to make informed decisions about their park. The development process relies on a commitment to collaboration and communication amongst stakeholders. We facilitate the exchange of ideas and information related to aesthetics, safety, crime prevention, as well as programming, and meld these “needs” and “wants” into a successful skatepark. Our principal design philosophy is based on our recognition that every community and project site is unique, requiring a skatepark design tailored to its location. To do so, our approach is based on four fundamentals:
• Open collaboration with the client and community through community involvement & public outreach • Timeless Designs that appeal to all ages and skill levels • Integration & Context
• Effi cient Engineering, Sustainable Design and Budget Management
DESIGNING FOR DIFFERENT SKILL LEVELS
Grindline’s designs offer a Ladder of Progression for skaters to incrementally develop their skills and advance their sport. The skatepark is more than a sum of all its individual elements, it is the overall experience of the park that brings end users back—day after day, week after week.
Beginner
Small and low street elements are among
the most important to a balanced skatepark
formula. These features can be can be equally
enjoyed by skaters off all skill levels, but are
especially fun for beginners.
Intermediate
Intermediate street elements and mellow
transitional features are key to successful
skatepark planning. These features are accessible to the majority of skateboarders, and therefore are in higher demand. For
skaters working towards advanced street
skills, we can include various stair sets and
sizes for “step by step” development.
Advanced
Grindline is renowned for including bigger
and more challenging transitions that encourage higher speeds and large airs that seasoned skateboarders desire. With endless fl ow, advance transitional features attract advanced users from near and far on a weekly basis. For advanced street skaters,
the elements incrementally grow in size and
diffi culty that encourages their continued
progression and growth.
Ladder of Progression
Orcas Island, WA
PROJECT APPROACH
4 PROJECT UNDERSTANDING & INNOVATION
5 LOCAL IDENTITY & UNIQUE FEATURES
OUR CAPABILITIES
9 It is important that skateparks incorporate the feel of the local community in creative ways. Grindline has extensive experience of working with communities during the public outreach process to determine how to tie a skatepark in with the community through the use of historical, cultural, geographical, or other thematic elements. Below are some examples.
Natural Connections
Hana Skatepark, Hana, Hawaii
The community of Hana, Hawaii wanted
the skatepark to reflect how important surfing is in the community and the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands. Grindline
came up with an organic flowing design
with multiple volcanos centrally located.
The organic flow reflects the local nature of
surfing, while paying homage to the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands.
Regional Context
A-Dog Memorial Park, Burlington, VT
Burlington’s new skatepark features a
skateable sail sculpture to tie in with
Burlington’s rich sailing history on adjacent
Lake Champlain. It also features a manual
pad that is shaped like the state of Vermont
for a regional tie in.
Cultural Connections
S'klallam Tribe Skatepark, Port Gamble, WA
The place of the salmon in the S'klallam
tribe's history and culture cannot be
overstated. The five stair above set was
painted to represent the scales of the
salmon in order to honor it's presence in
the lives of the members of the S'klallam
tribe.
Local Identity & Unique Features
Multi-Purpouse Features
McVicker Park Skatepark, Lake Elsinore, CA
At McVicker Park, we created a unique seating/skating experience dubbed "Skatium seating." There was an elevation change from the parking lot to the skatepark where the City wanted to build concrete bleachers for event seating. By including transitions at the end of each riser, Grindline made the bleachers a unique skateable entrance to the park when not being used for events.
Historical Re-use
Paine's Park, Philadelphia, PA
Paine’s Park in Philadelphia features recycled granite from both Love Park and City Hall, both of which were legendary skate spots in the late 90’s and early 2000’s. As the park is supposed to be the legal replacement for skater’s tired of getting kick out of Love Park, we brought an existing skate spot back to life for the skateboarders of Philadelphia.
OUR CAPABILITIES
9 It is important that skateparks incorporate the feel of the local community in creative ways. Grindline has extensive experience of working with communities during the public outreach process to determine how to tie a skatepark in with the community through the use of historical, cultural, geographical, or other thematic elements. Below are some examples.
Natural Connections
Hana Skatepark, Hana, Hawaii
The community of Hana, Hawaii wanted
the skatepark to reflect how important surfing is in the community and the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands. Grindline
came up with an organic flowing design
with multiple volcanos centrally located.
The organic flow reflects the local nature of
surfing, while paying homage to the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands.
Regional Context
A-Dog Memorial Park, Burlington, VT
Burlington’s new skatepark features a
skateable sail sculpture to tie in with
Burlington’s rich sailing history on adjacent
Lake Champlain. It also features a manual
pad that is shaped like the state of Vermont
for a regional tie in.
Cultural Connections
S'klallam Tribe Skatepark, Port Gamble, WA
The place of the salmon in the S'klallam
tribe's history and culture cannot be
overstated. The five stair above set was
painted to represent the scales of the
salmon in order to honor it's presence in
the lives of the members of the S'klallam
tribe.
Local Identity & Unique Features
Multi-Purpouse Features
McVicker Park Skatepark, Lake Elsinore, CA
At McVicker Park, we created a unique seating/skating experience dubbed "Skatium seating." There was an elevation change from the parking lot to the skatepark where the City wanted to build concrete bleachers for event seating. By including transitions at the end of each riser, Grindline made the bleachers a unique skateable entrance to the park when not being used for events.
Historical Re-use
Paine's Park, Philadelphia, PA
Paine’s Park in Philadelphia features recycled granite from both Love Park and City Hall, both of which were legendary skate spots in the late 90’s and early 2000’s. As the park is supposed to be the legal replacement for skater’s tired of getting kick out of Love Park, we brought an existing skate spot back to life for the skateboarders of Philadelphia.
Our Creativity
LOCAL IDENTITY & UNIQUE FEATURES
OUR CAPABILITIES
9 It is important that skateparks incorporate the feel of the local community in creative ways. Grindline has extensive experience of working with communities during the public outreach process to determine how to tie a skatepark in with the community through the use of historical, cultural, geographical, or other thematic elements. Below are some examples.
Natural Connections
Hana Skatepark, Hana, Hawaii
The community of Hana, Hawaii wanted
the skatepark to reflect how important surfing is in the community and the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands. Grindline
came up with an organic flowing design
with multiple volcanos centrally located.
The organic flow reflects the local nature of
surfing, while paying homage to the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands.
Regional Context
A-Dog Memorial Park, Burlington, VT
Burlington’s new skatepark features a
skateable sail sculpture to tie in with
Burlington’s rich sailing history on adjacent
Lake Champlain. It also features a manual
pad that is shaped like the state of Vermont
for a regional tie in.
Cultural Connections
S'klallam Tribe Skatepark, Port Gamble, WA
The place of the salmon in the S'klallam
tribe's history and culture cannot be
overstated. The five stair above set was
painted to represent the scales of the
salmon in order to honor it's presence in
the lives of the members of the S'klallam
tribe.
Local Identity & Unique Features
Multi-Purpouse Features
McVicker Park Skatepark, Lake Elsinore, CA
At McVicker Park, we created a unique seating/skating experience dubbed "Skatium seating." There was an elevation change from the parking lot to the skatepark where the City wanted to build concrete bleachers for event seating. By including transitions at the end of each riser, Grindline made the bleachers a unique skateable entrance to the park when not being used for events.
Historical Re-use
Paine's Park, Philadelphia, PA
Paine’s Park in Philadelphia features recycled granite from both Love Park and City Hall, both of which were legendary skate spots in the late 90’s and early 2000’s. As the park is supposed to be the legal replacement for skater’s tired of getting kick out of Love Park, we brought an existing skate spot back to life for the skateboarders of Philadelphia.
OUR CAPABILITIES
9 It is important that skateparks incorporate the feel of the local community in creative ways. Grindline has extensive experience of working with communities during the public outreach process to determine how to tie a skatepark in with the community through the use of historical, cultural, geographical, or other thematic elements. Below are some examples.
Natural Connections
Hana Skatepark, Hana, Hawaii
The community of Hana, Hawaii wanted
the skatepark to reflect how important surfing is in the community and the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands. Grindline
came up with an organic flowing design
with multiple volcanos centrally located.
The organic flow reflects the local nature of
surfing, while paying homage to the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands.
Regional Context
A-Dog Memorial Park, Burlington, VT
Burlington’s new skatepark features a
skateable sail sculpture to tie in with
Burlington’s rich sailing history on adjacent
Lake Champlain. It also features a manual
pad that is shaped like the state of Vermont
for a regional tie in.
Cultural Connections
S'klallam Tribe Skatepark, Port Gamble, WA
The place of the salmon in the S'klallam
tribe's history and culture cannot be
overstated. The five stair above set was
painted to represent the scales of the
salmon in order to honor it's presence in
the lives of the members of the S'klallam
tribe.
Local Identity & Unique Features
Multi-Purpouse Features
McVicker Park Skatepark, Lake Elsinore, CA
At McVicker Park, we created a unique seating/skating experience dubbed "Skatium seating." There was an elevation change from the parking lot to the skatepark where the City wanted to build concrete bleachers for event seating. By including transitions at the end of each riser, Grindline made the bleachers a unique skateable entrance to the park when not being used for events.
Historical Re-use
Paine's Park, Philadelphia, PA
Paine’s Park in Philadelphia features recycled granite from both Love Park and City Hall, both of which were legendary skate spots in the late 90’s and early 2000’s. As the park is supposed to be the legal replacement for skater’s tired of getting kick out of Love Park, we brought an existing skate spot back to life for the skateboarders of Philadelphia.
Our Creativity
LOCAL IDENTITY & UNIQUE FEATURES
OUR CAPABILITIES
9 It is important that skateparks incorporate the feel of the local community in creative ways. Grindline has extensive experience of working with communities during the public outreach process to determine how to tie a skatepark in with the community through the use of historical, cultural, geographical, or other thematic elements. Below are some examples.
Natural Connections
Hana Skatepark, Hana, Hawaii
The community of Hana, Hawaii wanted
the skatepark to reflect how important surfing is in the community and the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands. Grindline
came up with an organic flowing design
with multiple volcanos centrally located.
The organic flow reflects the local nature of
surfing, while paying homage to the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands.
Regional Context
A-Dog Memorial Park, Burlington, VT
Burlington’s new skatepark features a
skateable sail sculpture to tie in with
Burlington’s rich sailing history on adjacent
Lake Champlain. It also features a manual
pad that is shaped like the state of Vermont
for a regional tie in.
Cultural Connections
S'klallam Tribe Skatepark, Port Gamble, WA
The place of the salmon in the S'klallam
tribe's history and culture cannot be
overstated. The five stair above set was
painted to represent the scales of the
salmon in order to honor it's presence in
the lives of the members of the S'klallam
tribe.
Local Identity & Unique Features
Multi-Purpouse Features
McVicker Park Skatepark, Lake Elsinore, CA
At McVicker Park, we created a unique seating/skating experience dubbed "Skatium seating." There was an elevation change from the parking lot to the skatepark where the City wanted to build concrete bleachers for event seating. By including transitions at the end of each riser, Grindline made the bleachers a unique skateable entrance to the park when not being used for events.
Historical Re-use
Paine's Park, Philadelphia, PA
Paine’s Park in Philadelphia features recycled granite from both Love Park and City Hall, both of which were legendary skate spots in the late 90’s and early 2000’s. As the park is supposed to be the legal replacement for skater’s tired of getting kick out of Love Park, we brought an existing skate spot back to life for the skateboarders of Philadelphia.
OUR CAPABILITIES
9 It is important that skateparks incorporate the feel of the local community in creative ways. Grindline has extensive experience of working with communities during the public outreach process to determine how to tie a skatepark in with the community through the use of historical, cultural, geographical, or other thematic elements. Below are some examples.
Natural Connections
Hana Skatepark, Hana, Hawaii
The community of Hana, Hawaii wanted
the skatepark to reflect how important surfing is in the community and the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands. Grindline
came up with an organic flowing design
with multiple volcanos centrally located.
The organic flow reflects the local nature of
surfing, while paying homage to the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands.
Regional Context
A-Dog Memorial Park, Burlington, VT
Burlington’s new skatepark features a
skateable sail sculpture to tie in with
Burlington’s rich sailing history on adjacent
Lake Champlain. It also features a manual
pad that is shaped like the state of Vermont
for a regional tie in.
Cultural Connections
S'klallam Tribe Skatepark, Port Gamble, WA
The place of the salmon in the S'klallam
tribe's history and culture cannot be
overstated. The five stair above set was
painted to represent the scales of the
salmon in order to honor it's presence in
the lives of the members of the S'klallam
tribe.
Local Identity & Unique Features
Multi-Purpouse Features
McVicker Park Skatepark, Lake Elsinore, CA
At McVicker Park, we created a unique seating/skating experience dubbed "Skatium seating." There was an elevation change from the parking lot to the skatepark where the City wanted to build concrete bleachers for event seating. By including transitions at the end of each riser, Grindline made the bleachers a unique skateable entrance to the park when not being used for events.
Historical Re-use
Paine's Park, Philadelphia, PA
Paine’s Park in Philadelphia features recycled granite from both Love Park and City Hall, both of which were legendary skate spots in the late 90’s and early 2000’s. As the park is supposed to be the legal replacement for skater’s tired of getting kick out of Love Park, we brought an existing skate spot back to life for the skateboarders of Philadelphia.
Our Creativity
LOCAL IDENTITY & UNIQUE FEATURES
OUR CAPABILITIES
9 It is important that skateparks incorporate the feel of the local community in creative ways. Grindline has extensive experience of working with communities during the public outreach process to determine how to tie a skatepark in with the community through the use of historical, cultural, geographical, or other thematic elements. Below are some examples.
Natural Connections
Hana Skatepark, Hana, Hawaii
The community of Hana, Hawaii wanted
the skatepark to reflect how important surfing is in the community and the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands. Grindline
came up with an organic flowing design
with multiple volcanos centrally located.
The organic flow reflects the local nature of
surfing, while paying homage to the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands.
Regional Context
A-Dog Memorial Park, Burlington, VT
Burlington’s new skatepark features a
skateable sail sculpture to tie in with
Burlington’s rich sailing history on adjacent
Lake Champlain. It also features a manual
pad that is shaped like the state of Vermont
for a regional tie in.
Cultural Connections
S'klallam Tribe Skatepark, Port Gamble, WA
The place of the salmon in the S'klallam
tribe's history and culture cannot be
overstated. The five stair above set was
painted to represent the scales of the
salmon in order to honor it's presence in
the lives of the members of the S'klallam
tribe.
Local Identity & Unique Features
Multi-Purpouse Features
McVicker Park Skatepark, Lake Elsinore, CA
At McVicker Park, we created a unique seating/skating experience dubbed "Skatium seating." There was an elevation change from the parking lot to the skatepark where the City wanted to build concrete bleachers for event seating. By including transitions at the end of each riser, Grindline made the bleachers a unique skateable entrance to the park when not being used for events.
Historical Re-use
Paine's Park, Philadelphia, PA
Paine’s Park in Philadelphia features recycled granite from both Love Park and City Hall, both of which were legendary skate spots in the late 90’s and early 2000’s. As the park is supposed to be the legal replacement for skater’s tired of getting kick out of Love Park, we brought an existing skate spot back to life for the skateboarders of Philadelphia.
OUR CAPABILITIES
9 It is important that skateparks incorporate the feel of the local community in creative ways. Grindline has extensive experience of working with communities during the public outreach process to determine how to tie a skatepark in with the community through the use of historical, cultural, geographical, or other thematic elements. Below are some examples.
Natural Connections
Hana Skatepark, Hana, Hawaii
The community of Hana, Hawaii wanted
the skatepark to reflect how important surfing is in the community and the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands. Grindline
came up with an organic flowing design
with multiple volcanos centrally located.
The organic flow reflects the local nature of
surfing, while paying homage to the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands.
Regional Context
A-Dog Memorial Park, Burlington, VT
Burlington’s new skatepark features a
skateable sail sculpture to tie in with
Burlington’s rich sailing history on adjacent
Lake Champlain. It also features a manual
pad that is shaped like the state of Vermont
for a regional tie in.
Cultural Connections
S'klallam Tribe Skatepark, Port Gamble, WA
The place of the salmon in the S'klallam
tribe's history and culture cannot be
overstated. The five stair above set was
painted to represent the scales of the
salmon in order to honor it's presence in
the lives of the members of the S'klallam
tribe.
Local Identity & Unique Features
Multi-Purpouse Features
McVicker Park Skatepark, Lake Elsinore, CA
At McVicker Park, we created a unique seating/skating experience dubbed "Skatium seating." There was an elevation change from the parking lot to the skatepark where the City wanted to build concrete bleachers for event seating. By including transitions at the end of each riser, Grindline made the bleachers a unique skateable entrance to the park when not being used for events.
Historical Re-use
Paine's Park, Philadelphia, PA
Paine’s Park in Philadelphia features recycled granite from both Love Park and City Hall, both of which were legendary skate spots in the late 90’s and early 2000’s. As the park is supposed to be the legal replacement for skater’s tired of getting kick out of Love Park, we brought an existing skate spot back to life for the skateboarders of Philadelphia.
Our Creativity
LOCAL IDENTITY & UNIQUE FEATURES
OUR CAPABILITIES
9 It is important that skateparks incorporate the feel of the local community in creative ways. Grindline has extensive experience of working with communities during the public outreach process to determine how to tie a skatepark in with the community through the use of historical, cultural, geographical, or other thematic elements. Below are some examples.
Natural Connections
Hana Skatepark, Hana, Hawaii
The community of Hana, Hawaii wanted
the skatepark to reflect how important surfing is in the community and the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands. Grindline
came up with an organic flowing design
with multiple volcanos centrally located.
The organic flow reflects the local nature of
surfing, while paying homage to the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands.
Regional Context
A-Dog Memorial Park, Burlington, VT
Burlington’s new skatepark features a
skateable sail sculpture to tie in with
Burlington’s rich sailing history on adjacent
Lake Champlain. It also features a manual
pad that is shaped like the state of Vermont
for a regional tie in.
Cultural Connections
S'klallam Tribe Skatepark, Port Gamble, WA
The place of the salmon in the S'klallam
tribe's history and culture cannot be
overstated. The five stair above set was
painted to represent the scales of the
salmon in order to honor it's presence in
the lives of the members of the S'klallam
tribe.
Local Identity & Unique Features
Multi-Purpouse Features
McVicker Park Skatepark, Lake Elsinore, CA
At McVicker Park, we created a unique seating/skating experience dubbed "Skatium seating." There was an elevation change from the parking lot to the skatepark where the City wanted to build concrete bleachers for event seating. By including transitions at the end of each riser, Grindline made the bleachers a unique skateable entrance to the park when not being used for events.
Historical Re-use
Paine's Park, Philadelphia, PA
Paine’s Park in Philadelphia features recycled granite from both Love Park and City Hall, both of which were legendary skate spots in the late 90’s and early 2000’s. As the park is supposed to be the legal replacement for skater’s tired of getting kick out of Love Park, we brought an existing skate spot back to life for the skateboarders of Philadelphia.
OUR CAPABILITIES
9 It is important that skateparks incorporate the feel of the local community in creative ways. Grindline has extensive experience of working with communities during the public outreach process to determine how to tie a skatepark in with the community through the use of historical, cultural, geographical, or other thematic elements. Below are some examples.
Natural Connections
Hana Skatepark, Hana, Hawaii
The community of Hana, Hawaii wanted
the skatepark to reflect how important surfing is in the community and the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands. Grindline
came up with an organic flowing design
with multiple volcanos centrally located.
The organic flow reflects the local nature of
surfing, while paying homage to the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands.
Regional Context
A-Dog Memorial Park, Burlington, VT
Burlington’s new skatepark features a
skateable sail sculpture to tie in with
Burlington’s rich sailing history on adjacent
Lake Champlain. It also features a manual
pad that is shaped like the state of Vermont
for a regional tie in.
Cultural Connections
S'klallam Tribe Skatepark, Port Gamble, WA
The place of the salmon in the S'klallam
tribe's history and culture cannot be
overstated. The five stair above set was
painted to represent the scales of the
salmon in order to honor it's presence in
the lives of the members of the S'klallam
tribe.
Local Identity & Unique Features
Multi-Purpouse Features
McVicker Park Skatepark, Lake Elsinore, CA
At McVicker Park, we created a unique seating/skating experience dubbed "Skatium seating." There was an elevation change from the parking lot to the skatepark where the City wanted to build concrete bleachers for event seating. By including transitions at the end of each riser, Grindline made the bleachers a unique skateable entrance to the park when not being used for events.
Historical Re-use
Paine's Park, Philadelphia, PA
Paine’s Park in Philadelphia features recycled granite from both Love Park and City Hall, both of which were legendary skate spots in the late 90’s and early 2000’s. As the park is supposed to be the legal replacement for skater’s tired of getting kick out of Love Park, we brought an existing skate spot back to life for the skateboarders of Philadelphia.
Our Creativity
It is important that skateparks incorporate the feel of the local community in creative ways. Grindline has extensive experience of working with communities during the public outreach process to determine how to tie a skatepark in with the community through the use of historical, cultural, geographical, or other thematic elements. Below are some examples.
Natural Connections
Hana Skatepark, Hana, Hawaii
The community of Hana, Hawaii wanted
the skatepark to refl ect how important surfing is in the community and the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands. Grindline
came up with an organic fl owing design
with multiple volcanos centrally located.
The organic fl ow refl ects the local nature of
surfi ng, while paying homage to the volcanic nature of the Hawaiian Islands.
Regional Context
A-Dog Memorial Park, Burlington, VT
Burlington’s new skatepark features a
skateable sail sculpture to tie in with
Burlington’s rich sailing history on adjacent
Lake Champlain. It also features a manual
pad that is shaped like the state of Vermont
for a regional tie in.
Cultural Connections
S'klallam Tribe Skatepark, Port Gamble, WA
The place of the salmon in the S'klallam
tribe's history and culture cannot be
overstated. The fi ve stair above set was
painted to represent the scales of the
salmon in order to honor it's presence in
the lives of the members of the S'klallam
tribe.
Our Ability to Create Signature Elements
Multi-Purpose Features
McVicker Park Skatepark, Lake Elsinore, CA
At McVicker Park, we created a unique seating/skating experience dubbed "Skatium seating." There was an elevation change from the parking lot to the skatepark where the City wanted to build concrete bleachers for event seating. By including transitions at the end of each riser, Grindline made the bleachers a unique skateable entrance to the park when not being used for events.
Historical Re-use
Paine's Park, Philadelphia, PA
Paine’s Park in Philadelphia features recycled granite from both Love Park and City Hall, both of which were legendary skate spots in the late 90’s and early 2000’s. As the park is supposed to be the legal replacement for skater’s tired of getting kick out of Love Park, we brought an existing skate spot back to life for the skateboarders of Philadelphia.
PROJECT APPROACH
5 PROJECT UNDERSTANDING & INNOVATION
3 SITE ANALYSIS
In order to properly site the skatepark and associated amenities we conduct a thorough site analysis of each location.
Existing Site Conditions - We perform a close study of soils reports, topographic surveys, underground utilities, existing vegetation, site topography, and viewing opportunities to determine what should be altered or considered in the development of the new skatepark. The result is then used as a starting point for the design process.
Current and Planned Improvements - The skatepark must integrate with existing and future adjacencies planned at the park. Restrooms, walkways, connection paths, park seating, non-skatepark play areas, and parking all play roles in the skatepark placement on site.
External Circulation & Public Safety - We look at how users get to the skatepark, whether by car, board, bike, foot, public transportation,and determine if any improvements need to be included in the current and future phases of the project to allow safe access to the skatepark. And, as in any park where younger citizens will gather, we put CPTED principles into practice to discourage or impede criminal behavior and, at the same time, encourage honest citizens to keep a watchful eye.
Internal Circulation - Proper placement of amenities, traffi c patterns, and circulation through the park are reviewed. We scrutinize the location and placement of the proposed skate features to create smooth fl ow through the skatepark and avoid potential collision routes or blind spots. We identify safe paths for spectators in the skatepark by properly locating entrances to the facility and including passive zones for viewing or resting areas.
PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT
We engage park users and the surrounding community throughout the study with a professional, organized and fun attitude. We anticipate holding 2 public input sessions for this project. These meetings allow us to educate the community about the design process, establish open lines of communication, and provide them the knowledge so that they can make informed decisions that will determine the ultimate vision for the skatepark. In order to address community members’ varied ideas and ideals about skatepark design, our working sessions are highly interactive. In addition to vetting important issues through meaningful discussion, we encourage other types of ‘hands on’ involvement such as writing, sketching, and real time modeling of park ideas/elements alongside our team. We then build consensus by identifying commonalities among different stakeholders to drive the skatepark design. Our social media channels are always open to collect feedback from the community in the event members cannot attend in person or wish to comment later on the process.
GRINDLINE
SKATEPARKS Boulevard Crossing Skatepark Public Meeting #1 Findings Tier 3 preferences were expressed less frequently
than those in Tier 1 or Tier 2. If possible, they should be included in the fi nal design, but not at the expense of the elements in Tier 1 or Tier 2.
Gaps
This category is dominated by the request for stairs,
with six (6) skaters expressing a preference for a
stair set of some kind in the park. Two (2) skaters
requested a euro gap, with one (1) mentioning that
there is only one euro gap presently in Atlanta.
Manual Pad
Six (6) skaters expressed the desire for a manual pad.
Street Elements
Some skaters requested street elements throughout the
park. Two (2) expressed a desire for a plaza style section.
Wallride
Several skaters expressed the desire for a place to
practice wallrides.
Skate Elements
Tier 3 Findings Tier 3 Findings Examples
Stairs
Manual Pad
Wallride
GRINDLINE
SKATEPARKS Boulevard Crossing Skatepark Public Meeting #1 Findings Skate Elements
Tier 1 Findings Tier 1 Findings Examples
Tier 1 fi ndings represent the most requested features
for the skatepark. They are the most important to
skaters and therefore should be considered integral
to the fi nal design.
Bowl
Skaters expressed an overwhelming desire for a bowl in
the skatepark. Seven skaters suggested that the bowl
be a backyard pool style or feature pool coping. Two (2) skaters expressed a preference for a large, pro-sized
bowl. Their preference should understood knowing that
many other skaters requested small elements in the
park. We will touch on this fi nding shortly.
Transition
This category overlaps with the request for a bowl,
since a bowl is a transition element, but there are
specifi c additional desires expressed here. Seven
(7) skaters expressed a preference for a hip of some
kind, and fi ve (5) skaters requested quarterpipes or a miniramp section.
Small Elements
Many skaters requested small elements throughout
the park. Some expressed a desire for elements
specifi cally designed for beginners, while others
may simply prefer smaller, gentler elements to larger
ones. Either way, this preference should be taken into
consideration for the fi nal design.
Rails
Skaters hoping to grind or boardslide expressed the
desire for steel rails in the park. Several rail types
were suggested, the most popular being fl at bars (4)
and A frame rails (2).
Hip
Pool Style Bowl
Rail
GRINDLINE
SKATEPARKS Boulevard Crossing Skatepark Public Meeting #1 Findings These preferences were expressed less frequently
than those in Tier 1, but nevertheless should be
considered important to the fi nal design.
Flow
Much like the request for transition, the request for
fl ow is broad (some requests contained the words
transition andfl ow together), but there are signifi cant specifi c requests within this category. Six (6) skaters expressed the desire for a snake run, with an
additional two (2) requesting a pump track.
Grind
This category groups all requests for non-steel
grindable surfaces. The overwhelming prefence here
is for a ledge of some kind, with nine (9) skaters
expressing that desire.
Banks
A total of twelve (12) skaters requested a bank of
some kind be featured in the park. Two (2) skaters
requested china banks.
Pyramid
Ten (10) skaters requested a pyramid be featured
in the park. Because this request was broad and
unspecifi c, there is room for creativity during design.
Skate Elements
Tier 2 Findings Tier 2 Findings Examples
Snake Run
Ledge
China Banks
ABOVe: ANALYSIS OF FINDINGS FROM PUBLIC MEETINGS
PROJECT APPROACH
6 SOCIAL VALUE
7 CONCEPTUAL DESIGN
Skate parks are more than athletic facilities. They are gathering places and can be focal points for other activities like concerts, competitions or community events. Facilities must be designed to meet skating demands, incorporate areas for spectators, and to appropriately blend with their existing surroundings. Through the use of custom materials and the placement of green space in and around the design, the skatepark ties into the overall form and function of its setting. Conceptual Designs illustrate our skatepark philosophy to key stakeholders and the community in interactive, full color presentations of the custom skate features and facilities included in the project. 3D models allow us to clearly and effectively communicate our skatepark concepts to the client and community as well as assist in the development of accurate costs estimates and material take-offs. The end result is a design produced from the ideas and recommendations of ALL stakeholders involved with the project.
SCHEDULING & BUDGET CONTROL
Each of our Project Managers have completed formal educational training, receiving post graduate certifi cates from University of Washington Project Management Program. We are well versed in Critical Path Method (or CPM) scheduling for both design and construction, and will tailor our customized CPM Master Schedule Template to your project specifi cally. Through close communication with the City of Portsmouth we will develop a list of appropriate tasks throughout the lifecycle of the project, while identifying key deliverables and milestones within each of the project phases. Our experience with Microsoft Project software allows us to revise schedules on the fl y if needed and communicate that information back to the project team. During construction each of our foreman is equipped with Raken mobile daily reporting software which allows our PM’s to get information that may impact schedule and/or budget from the fi eld immediately so that we can alert the Owner’s Representative and determine the best course of action.
Cost estimating deliverables will be included in the project schedule at every design submittal phase throughout the design process. Grindline complies with AACE international recommended practices for Cost Estimating. We maintain a signifi cant data base of past bids and proposals from the last 18 years and are constantly updating material and labor costs in the areas we work in. Grindline works on a nationwide basis with both public and private projects and we continually document budget trends to assist you in developing realistic budgets for your project. Included in this information are negotiated agreements between contractors and private parties, which also support our opinions of cost. We also visit with contractors before compiling any signifi cant estimate to stay up to date with changing market conditions.
If the projected costs are signifi cantly below budget levels, we will present and discuss possible project scope expansions with you to take advantage of project scale in lowering unit costs. Should the projected costs exceed the budget, we will revisit the design elements, materials and methods to determine where changes can be made without sacrifi cing important project goals.
In both cases, the fi nal decisions on scope increases or reductions remains with the you (the client) and in both cases, the project would not intentionally move forward without a resolution to the issue.
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
Cutting edge design and drafting software are important tools for our designers, draftsmen and engineers use to convert concepts into permit ready construction drawings. The latest versions of AutoCAD and Rhinoceros software give us the ability to develop Manchester Skatepark
Vashon, WA
Concept - 17,400 sq ft
C011719 | January 17, 2019
grindline.com
[email protected]
PROJECT APPROACH
7 SOCIAL VALUE
8 dimensionally correctdesign concepts from the beginning of design development. Viewing the 3D model alongside a full set of construction documents and technical specifi cations give us an opportunity to check adherence to local building codes and engineering requirements. Drawings are produced in ACI, ASTM, CSI, or state organizational formats. We are also well versed with ASTM Section F2334 – Standard for Above Ground Public Use Skatepark Facilities, ASTM F2480 - 06 Standard Guide for In-ground Concrete Skateparks, as well as Skaters for Public Skateparks Public Skatepark Development Guide, the industry’s most frequently used reference publications.
CONSTRUCTION
Our sites are secured with a construction fence and necessary erosion control and environmental protection techniques are employed during the entire construction phase as required. Our skateparks are constructed of steel reinforced concrete/ shotcrete meeting a minimum compressive strength of 4000 psi at 28 days. Using proprietary techniques developed over the years, we can form and sculpt concrete into virtually any shape imagined, giving us the ability to produce any skate feature requested by the project stakeholders. Concrete also provides an opportunity to add integral color pigments or concrete stains. Textures can be added by stamping the concrete with urethane molds. Brick and Granite textures are popular amongst skateboarders as they mimic the surfaces where skateboarding may not be allowed but still desirable. The majority of the concrete will be hand troweled to the buttery smooth fi nish that our craftsmen are well known for. We will use steel edging or Precast Concrete Coping on all grindable surfaces throughout each park to maximize park durability.
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, QUALITY CONTROL & PROJECT ADMINISTRATION Having a dedicated Project and Construction Management Team available to conduct site visits at critical milestones during construction ensures the park is built to plan and budget. Working closely with the Client, we submit weekly progress reports and address any questions or proposed fi eld changes that arise. Throughout the project, a high level of communication is maintained by the Site Superintendent, Foreman and Project Managers constantly providing the current status of the project, concerns and projected resolution, and expected completion date. Every Grindline skatepark is covered by a warranty on materials and workmanship.
PROGRAMMING, OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
The skatepark is built, the Grand Opening was a huge success and the community is thrilled with the result. While a Grindline skatepark is a self-suffi cient venue for year-round recreation, planning and care will add to the success of the project. Grindline has valuable relationships with organizations such as Skate Like a Girl, United States Skateboarding Education Association, and the Stronghold Society who collectively advocate for skateboarding and host programs to give local youth access to the sport. Programs such as skate lessons, skate camps, contests and demonstrations provide opportunities to further support the skateboarding community.
Our collective experience in the fi eld of skatepark design and construction also gives us the knowledge to assess skateparks in terms of physical condition and carry out maintenance and repair actions to extend the life of a skatepark. On aging skateparks, we can evaluate the current function and condition of the skatepark, provide cost of repairs, and create a service plan for ongoing maintenance and/or repair.
Tibbett's Valley Skatepark, Issaquah, WA
OUR WORK
8 Boise, ID Rhodes Park Skatepark
OWNER
City of Boise, ID
GRINDLINE’S SCOPE
Skatepark Designer & Contractor
DESIGN
February - July 2015
CONSTRUCTION
August 2015 - May 2016
BUDGET
Design: $75,432
Construction: $1,130,000
SIZE
35,000 SQ FT
PROJECT TEAM
Matt Fluegge
Project Manager
Micah Shapiro
Lead Designer
Dave Palmer
Site Superintendent
CONTACT
Ken Fisher
Owner Rep.
208-867-3652
kjfi [email protected]
Josh Davis
Boise Skateboard Association
208-869-2487
[email protected]
Grindline was selected as the Design/Build fi rm to renovate the Rhodes Park Skatepark. The existing skatepark consisted of metal ramps on a large slab located under Interstate 84 in downtown Boise. The goal was to create a facility that would provide for the needs of local end users as well as serve as a world class regional attraction. Funding was provided by the Albertson’s Foundation, a local non-profi t organization, as well as the Boise Skateboard Association, the advocacy group that got the project off the ground. The design needed to balance the challenges of being located under a major transportation artery and working around numerous underground untilities onsite with the criteria of being a world class facility. Grindline collaborated with all stakeholders to come up with a unique design that met the needs of local users and will be a regional attraction for skateboard tourism. Rhodes Park opened in April 2016 and is already a popular venue for X Games competition.
OUR WORK
9 OUR WORK
10 Salida, COSalida Skatepark
OWNER
City of Salida, CO
GRINDLINE’S SCOPE
Skatepark Designer & Contractor
DESIGN
August 2020
CONSTRUCTION
November, 2020 - August 2022
BUDGET
Design: $81,122
Construction: $711,416
SIZE
14,700 SQ FT
PROJECT TEAM
Matt Fluegge
Project Manager
Micah Shapiro
Lead Designer
Kevin Lane
Foreman
CONTACT
Mike 'Diesel' Post
Director of Parks and Recreation
719-966-9378
[email protected]
The City of Salida in Partnership with Friends of Salida Skatepark (FOSS), a nonprofi t organization committed to making this project happen, requested Design/Build Proposals for a new skatepark located at the forefront of Centennial Park, which already hosted an indoor aquatic center, as well as several outdoor active use areas.
Grindline was selected as the Design/Builder for the project based a qualifi cation based selection criteria. The existing site conditions required that the skatepark footprint to meander through the park’s existing mature trees, while carefully avoiding encroachment into any root system areas. The Grindline design team worked closely with both the City and FOSS to produce a skatepark with a variety of terrain as requested while utilizing the site context to design a park that appears as though it must have always been there. Additional aesthetic attention was given to the park by using an integral concrete color plan which refl ected the Rocky Mountains, colored brick stamped banks, and even a heart shaped center island in one of the fl ow bowls to pay homage to the City’s mantra, “Heart of the Rockies.”
OUR WORK
11 OUR WORK
12 Designing and constructing the 10,500 colored concrete skatepark was the easy part. Choosing the right location for the skatepark proved more diffi cult for the City of Issaquah. In a meeting with the Mayor, a group of 15 young residents proposed repurposing a section of greenspace adjacent to the Tibbets Valley play fi elds which was also within the footprint of a busy city Park & Ride Transit depot. The location provided access to public transportation, could share park amenities like restrooms and picnic areas, and had high visibility from the street lights. Grindline designed a park with a snake run bowl, a salmon tail extension, fl owy street features such as the Issaquah Alps, and a lot of brick stamped banks. Even with a tight site pinned in on 3 sides by the Transportation Park & Ride, Grindline was able to complete the project on schedule with minimal disruption to the transit center.
Issaquah, WA Tibbett’s Valley Park Skatepark
OWNER
City of Issaquah, WA
GRINDLINE’S SCOPE
Skatepark Designer & Contractor
DESIGN
June 2014 – December 2016
CONSTRUCTION
May – October 2017
BUDGET
Design: $48,575
Construction: $475,000
SIZE
10,500 SQ FT
PROJECT TEAM
Matt Fluegge
Project Manager
Micah Shapiro
Lead Designer
David Palmer
Site Supervisor
CONTACT
Jennifer Fink
Park Planner
City of Issaquah
Parks & Recreation Department
425 837-3322
[email protected]
OUR WORK
13 OUR WORK
14 North Bend, WATorgusen Skatepark
OWNER
City of North Bend, WA
GRINDLINE’S SCOPE
Skatepark Designer & Contractor
DESIGN
February 2019 - March 2020
CONSTRUCTION
June 2020 - February 2021
BUDGET
Design: $67,165
Construction: $658,824
SIZE
12,000 SQ FT
PROJECT TEAM
Matt Fluegge
Project Manager
Micah Shapiro
Lead Designer
Eric Pilcher
Engineer
CONTACT
Travis Stombaugh
Executive Director
Si View Metro Parks
425-831-1900
[email protected]
Dave Dembeck
Operations Manager
425-222-5533
[email protected]
Si View Metro parks knew the existing skatepark at Torguson park was no longer meeting the needs of the community and when parks staff reached out to local skateboarders, they overwhelmingly recommended Grindline as the fi rm to design the replacement. Grindline collaborated with the community to design a nearly 13,000 sq. ft. concrete skatepark outfi tted with exciting elements for all skill levels, as well as a central gathering area. The park consists of a one of a kind fl ow bowl, a pool style bowl, and a large street skate area to create 3 separate skating experiences. There is a progression of features throughout the park to easily provide users an ability to build their skills in an incremental fashion. Grindline was the lowest responsible bidder and was able to construct the park on schedule and budget during the challenging covid summer of 2020. The park opened to the public and has been getting rave reviews as one of the best skateparks in Western Washington.
OUR WORK
15 OUR WORK
16 Houston, TXNorth Houston Skatepark
OWNER
City of Houston, TX
GRINDLINE’S SCOPE
Designer &
Specialty Skatepark Contractor
DESIGN
April - August 2012
CONSTRUCTION
January 2013 - May 2014
BUDGET
Design: 79,000
Construction: $1,890,000
SIZE
76,000 SQ FT
PROJECT TEAM
Matt Fluegge
Project Manager
Micah Shapiro
Lead Designer
Dave Palmer
Site Superintendent
Klotz Associates, Inc.
Civil Engineering
CONTACT
Sally Bradford
Greenspoint
Redevelopment Authority
(281) 877- 9952
The North Houston Skatepark is the largest public skatepark in the Western Hemisphere. The City of Houston requested to push the limits and create a facility that would not only attract skateboarders internationally, but would also be able to accommodate professional televised contest events. This 76,000 sq. ft. destination has 6 bowls of different skill levels, 2 snake runs, and a large street area. The entire facility is connected by a “transportainment” system that allow users to skate through the park to reach the different areas. Some of the unique features include a Texas shaped bowl with a fullpipe in the middle of it, a ditch style snake run, and the use of integral colored concrete throughout the park. Skaters, Facebookers and Bloggers around the world are considering the North Houston Park as the most epic skatepark ever constructed. Along with Jamail Skatepark and others, the City of Houston is quickly becoming known as the skateboarders mecca of the southeast.
OUR WORK
17 OUR WORK
18 Baltimore, MDRash Field Redevelopment
OWNER
Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore
inc.
GRINDLINE’S SCOPE
Skatepark Designer & Contractor
DESIGN
September 2020
CONSTRUCTION
April 2021 - August 2021
BUDGET
Design: $40,005
Construction: $356,179
SIZE
9,099 SQ FT
PROJECT TEAM
Matt Fluegge
Project Manager
Micah Shapiro
Lead Designer
Andy Kropff
Foreman
CONTACT
Jacob Dacey
Project Manager
The Whiting-Turner
Contracting Company
443-504-5921
[email protected]
Jake’s Skatepark at Rash Field in Baltimore was named in memory of Jake Owen, a South Baltimore resident, avid skater, and sports lover, who was tragically killed in 2011 by a cell phone-distracted driver. Jake’s Skatepark was part of a larger revitalization project to update the west side of the inner harbor and design was integrated with the numerous other uses that were part of the project. The features and layout were determined through multiple public input meetings to ensure buy in from the local skating community. Because of the tight integration with the surrounding uses, the design provides numerous viewing / socializing areas to encourage interaction between the users of the park and spectators passing by. The skatepark design was completed in 2019 but construction was delayed due to budget constraints for the overall project as well as COVID. Construction for the skatepark began in the spring of 2021 and Grindline mobilized to the size as soon as adjacent construction allowed.
The site was challenging due to tight space constraints and multiple contractors working in the same area. Grindline completed the project on budget and schedule and the park opened to rave review in the fall of 2021.
OUR WORK
19 OUR WORK
20 Detroit’s massive revitalization effort includes redevelopment of multiple parks along the east side of the Detroit River. Riverside Park is now a park and promenade extending along the city's three-mile riverfront, revitalizing a patchwork of abandoned factory sites and drawing residents and tourists back downtown. The 21,000 sq ft skatepark at it’s epicenter includes replicas of the Heart Plaza manual pad fashioned in the style of a Motown vinyl record and the Fort Street handrail, a local iconic (yet illegal) street skating spot recently decommissioned by the installation of parking bollards.
Detroit, MI Riverside Skatepark
OWNER
City of Detroit, MI
GRINDLINE’S SCOPE
Skatepark Designer & Contractor
DESIGN
February – August 2017
CONSTRUCTION
July 2018 – February 2019
BUDGET
Design: $22,350
Construction: $726,500
SIZE
21,000 SQ FT
PROJECT TEAM
Matt Fluegge
Project Manager
Micah Shapiro
Lead Designer
CONTACT
Tim Karl, LLA
Chief of Landscape Architecture
City of Detroit
(313) 224-3484
Email: [email protected]
Andy Macdonald at the Riverside Skatepark Grand Opening
OUR WORK
21 Tony Hawk skating Riverside Skatepark, 2019
OUR WORK
22 Grindline was selected to lead a multidisciplinary Design/Build team to design and construct two skateparks for the City of Vista. The City had two sites located one block apart. Both site were in a highly urban setting, so the skatepark designs needed to address issues such as pedestrian safety (a new signal and pedestrian barrier were designed for Santa Fe Ave), integration of parking (both sites have parking included in the alley), as well as the need for a restroom and a means for users to safely get from one skatepark to the other. After a series of community meetings the consensus was for the northern location to be designed as a street plaza and the southern site as the bowl/transition park. The bathroom was located at the northern site because it was more likely that this would be the location that parents would bring the kids to. During design it was decided that the alley would be the safest route for users trying to get from on park to the other, and so it was paved and designed to be skateable.
Vista, CA Vista Skatepark System
OWNER
City of Vista, CA
GRINDLINE’S SCOPE
Prime Designer & Contractor
DESIGN
April 2015 - February 2016
CONSTRUCTION
March 2017 - January 2018
BUDGET
Design: $86,000
Construction: $3,100,000
SIZE
Approximately 11,000 sq ft
for each park
PROJECT TEAM
Matt Fluegge
Project Manager
Micah Shapiro
Lead Designer
Bryan Hartman
Site Superintendent
CONTACT
Jack Flaherty
Vista Skatepark Coalition
(760) 521-7458
[email protected]
OUR WORK
23 OUR WORK
24 In Spring 2013 Grindline was contracted by the City of Star to create a conceptual design for a skatepark that was to be incorporated into the Hunter Creek Sports Complex. The concept and associated cost estimate was to be used for grant applications and other fundraising activities. Through a series of community meetings and online forums, Grindline presented and refi ned concepts until a preferred concept was achieved. Design aesthetics include incorporating the city logo and unique color patterns throughout the park. The concept was approved by city council December 2013, and the community began an active fundraising campaign to acquire the construction funds. Once the funding was secured in spring of 2016 Grindline returned to Star to construct the skatepark. The project was completed in November 2016 and has opened to rave reviews.
Star, Id Star Idaho Skatepark
OWNER
City of Star, ID
GRINDLINE’S SCOPE
Skatepark Designer
& Contractor
DESIGN
June - December 2013
CONSTRUCTION
June – November 2016
BUDGET
Design: $34,220
Construction: $397,880
SIZE
16,000 SQ FT
PROJECT TEAM
Matt Fluegge
Senior Project Manager
Dave Palmer
Site Foreman
Eddie Lawrence
Site Superintendent
Mackay & Sposito
Civil Engineering
Landscape Architecture
PROJECT TEAM
Tom Erlebach
Star Skatepark Committee
Chairperson
208 863 0195
[email protected]
OUR WORK
25 OUR WORK
26 Philadelphia, PA Philadelphia Paines Park
OWNER
City of Philadelphia, PA
GRINDLINE’S SCOPE
Skatepark Design &
Subcontractor
DESIGN
June 2009 - March 2012
CONSTRUCTION
January - May 2013
BUDGET
$5,000,000 Total Budget
SIZE
60,000 SQ FT
PROJECT TEAM
Matt Fluegge
Project Manager
Micah Shapiro
Lead Designer
Rob Owen
Site Superintendent
CONTACT
Josh Nims
Executive Directore
Franklin’s Paine Skatepark Fund
(215) 713-5553
[email protected]
Anthony Braccali, AIA
Friday Architects
215-564-0814 ext. 20
[email protected]
As a centerpiece within metropolitan Philadelphia, Paine’s Park demonstrates the premier level of artistry in skatepark design while integrating skateboarding into a dense urban setting. Since the project was fi rst conceptualized in 2002, it has become a model for a new kind of dialogue between skateboarding, landscape architecture, and city planning. Set along the banks of the Schuylkill River, adjacent to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Paine’s Park innovative design accommodates skateboarding as an important energizing force behind the life and movement of public space.Throughout the design process, Grindline provided design of skateable elements, review of overall architectural skateablity and value engineering of skateable surfaces. Grindline’s signature smooth concrete fi nish, intricate brick bank stamping, and stainless steel edging have already generated acclaim for Paine’s Park as the highest level of concrete craftsmanship in skatepark construction to date.
OUR WORK
27 OUR WORK
28 OWNER
City of Bryan, TX
GRINDLINE’S SCOPE
Prime Designer & Contractor
DESIGN
April - December 2015
CONSTRUCTION
March 2016 - February 2017
BUDGET
Design: $85,000
Construction: $920,000
SIZE
20,000 SQ FT
PROJECT TEAM
Matt Fluegge
Project Manager
Micah Shapiro
Lead Designer
Eddie Lawrence
Site Superintendent
CONTACT
Linda Cornelius
Director of Parks and Recreation
979-209-5529
[email protected]
Bryan, TXWilliamson Park Skatepark
After an extensive community engagement process, the City opted to develop a 20,000 sq ft action sport facility at Williamson Park. Design input from both the BMXers and Skateboarders of the community was integrated into the fi nal plans, which resulted in hybrid street and transitional terrain. Williamson Park is now the regional draw for all wheeled sports enthusiasts.
OUR WORK
29 OUR WORK
30 After 15 years of use and harsh Vermont winters the existing Manchester skatepark was severely dilapidated and in need of replacement. The Town of Manchester, together with the Manchester Skatepark Committee, decided to develop a world-class skatepark in Southern Vermont to replace the existing skatepark. The Town recieved $50,000 in matching funds, a donation of land, and a pledge to manage and maintain the park. Consensus was for a phased design with a total size of approximately 20,000 sq ft. The design was a collaborative effort with Grindline, Town Staff, Skatepark Committee members, and community members working together to toward the best possible design. Additional funding came in while Grindline was onsite constructing phase 1, and an additional 1,000 sq ft were added to construction phase of the project. The project opened in Fall of 2019, and the community is currently raising funds for phase 2 to be constructed in the spring of 2020.
Manchester, VT
Manchester Skatepark
OWNER
City of Manchester
GRINDLINE’S SCOPE
Skatepark Designer & Builder
DESIGN
July 2018 – May 2019
CONSTRUCTION
June – Sept. 2019
BUDGET
Design: $29,500
Construction $305,000
SIZE
Design 20,000 sq ft phased skatepark
Construction of Phase 1 (6,000 sq ft)
PROJECT TEAM
Matt Fluegge
Project Manager
Micah Shapiro
Lead Designer
CONTACT
John P. O'Keefe
Town Manager
(802) 362-1313
[email protected]
OUR WORK
31 OUR WORK
32 Inspired by local Grindline parks like Muckleshoot, Kent 360, and Jefferson, local skaters from the Maple Valley area got together to bring a Grindline skatepark to their hometown. After a vigorous grassroots advocacy campaign, the City agreed to include a skatepark as part of the Summit Park development plan. Through a series of public meetings, Grindline worked with community to design a skatepark that met the desires of the local skating community and integrated with the other proposed uses for the park. The park features a uniquely shaped advanced bowl which is different from any other in the area. It also features a smaller flow bowl and numerous street elements. The resulting ladder of progression among the elements allows for users of all ages and abilities to enjoy the park and progress their skills. Grindline also tied the skatepark in with the community through skateable art that features maple leaves. Grindline was the specialty subcontractor for construction of the park and coordinated with the general contractor and client to complete the skatepark on schedule.
Maple Valley, WA
Summit Park Skatepark
OWNER
City of Maple Valley
GRINDLINE’S SCOPE
Skatepark Designer & Contractor
DESIGN
August 2017 - September 2018
CONSTRUCTION
January 2019 - July 2019
BUDGET
Construction: $377,940
Design: $21,150
SIZE
8,300 SQ FT
PROJECT TEAM
James Klinedinst
Project Manager
Micah Shapiro
Lead Designer
Rob Owen
Construction Foreman
CONTACT
Dave Johnson, CPRP
Parks & Rec Director
City of Maple Valley
425-413-6663
[email protected]
OUR WORK
33 OUR WORK
34 Wenatchee Skatepark at Hale Park is the result of collective efforts led by the Community for Wenatchee Valley Skatepark (CWVS). For nearly a decade, CWVS advocated for a skatepark at city council meetings, staying on the city’s radar by throwing demos for kids with special needs and running free skate camps to get more of the community interested in skateboarding. Construction of the skatepark— designed and built by Grindline—began in the summer fof 2019. The park’s unique Apple Bowl ties the skatepark's design to the culture of the city. It's located in a highly visible area along an 11-mile loop trail that goes across the Columbia River into East Wenatchee, providing easy access for users on both sides of the river.
Wenatchee, WA
Hale Park Skatepark
OWNER
City of Wenatchee
GRINDLINE’S SCOPE
Skatepark Designer & Builder
DESIGN
January - May 2019
CONSTRUCTION
June - September 2019
BUDGET
$279,000
SIZE
5,000 SQ FT
PROJECT TEAM
Matt Fluegge
Project Manager
Micah Shapiro
Lead Designer
CONTACT
Charlotte Mitchell, PE
Capital Project Manager
Parks, Rec & Cultural Services
(509) 888-3662
[email protected]
OUR WORK
35 PAST & CURRENT PROJECTS
36 2022
Anacortes, WA (design)
Bainbridge Island, WA
Edmonds, WA
Buffalo, NY Phase 3
Ellicottville, NY
2021
Anchorage, AK
Salida, CO
Wilkeson, WA (Bacon and Eggs)
Auburn, NY
Buffalo, NY Phase 3
Black Diamond, WA
Washington, DC
Baltimore, MD
Jamestown, NY
Springville, NY
Newton County, GA
Seattle Center, WA
Sun Prairie, WI
North Bend, WA
San Juan Capistrano, CA
Dover, DE
2020
Salem, MA
Sun Prairie, WI
Atlanta, GA
Parklane Portland, OR
Milwaukee, WI (TURF)
ROC City Skatepark
*Galveston, TX
Hudson, OH
*Zionsville, IN
Hapeville,GA
Wauwatosa, WI
Wilmington, DE
Zelienople, PA
2019
Anchorage, AK
Spokane, WA
Kalama, HI
*Round Rock, TX
Manchester, VT
*St. Helena, CA
Adidas Corporate HQ, Portland, OR
*Ann Arbor, MI
Lake Elsinore, CA
Edmonds, WA
Detroit, MI
Oregon City, OR
Cookeville, TN
North Bend, WA
Maple Valley, WA
Wenatchee, WA
2018
N. Houston BMX Park, TX
Smithfi eld, UT
Orcas Island, WA
Chico, CA
St Bernard Parish, LA
Allentown, PA
Bainbridge, WA
Smithfi eld, UT
Baltimore, MD
Columbus, OH
Maple Valley, WA
Oklahoma City, OK
Plymouth, MA
Reading, PA
Stony Point, NY
2017
Issaquah, WA
Palisade, CO
Seattle "Lake City", WA
Wilmington, OH
Darrington, WA
Sheboygan, WI
Leavenworth, WA
Lapwai, ID
Bellevue, WA
Pine Point, MN
San Diego, CA
Coeur d'Alene, ID
Olympia, WA
Madisonville, KY
2016
Monroe, WA
Amherst, NY
Buckley, WA
San Francisco 'Hilltop", CA
Anaheim, CA
Middleton, ID
Lake Stevens, WA
Sonoma, CA
Bryan, TX
Colfax, CA
Boise, ID
Ashdod, Israel
Star, ID
Marshfi eld, MA
Union Gap, WA
Coeur D’ Alene, ID
2015
Portage, WI
Snoqualmie, WA
Montague, MA
Tuscaloosa, AL
Kenmore, WA
New Hanover County, NC
McCook, NE
Atlanta, GA
Portland "Beech", OR
Tuscon, AZ
Pine Ridge, SD
Wounded Knee, SD
Hopkinsville, KY
Amherst, NY
Yellow Springs, OH
Vista, CA
Cypress, TX
Oakland, CA
Zelienople, PA
Israel "Hadera"
Israel "Netanya"
2014
Baker, MT
Tulalip Tribes, WA
Marshfi eld, MA
Issaquah, WA
Louisville, KY
Cave Junction, OR
Wilkeson, WA
Newburgh, NY
Wilmington, DE
2013
Philadelphia, PA
Bingen, WA Phase II
Carnegie, PA
Arlington, TX
Seattle "Benefi t", WA
Skatercity, Denmark
Spring, TX
Bob Burnquist, CA
Corpus Christi, TX
Scappoose, OR
Rockton, Il
Lakeland, TX
Sturgeon Bay, WI
Milford, CT
Waco, TX
Israel "Rishon"
Israel "B'er Shiva"
Port Gamble, WA
2012
Seattle, WA
- Judkins Park
- Roxhill Park
Medford, NJ
South Kitsap, WA
Cleveland, OH
Tehaleh, WA
Sante Fe, NM
Lahaina, HI
College Park, MD
Seatac, WA
Hana, HI
El Paso, TX
Redlake, MN
Westpoint, MS
Copenhagen, Denmark
Pine Ridge, SD
Past & Current Projects
Issaquah, WA 2017 Louisville, KY 2015
Boise, ID 2016 Spring, TX 2013
Design
Build
Design/Build
*Maintenance
KEY
PAST & CURRENT PROJECTS
37 2011
Atlanta, GA - 4th Ward
Ithaca, NY
Herzelia, Israel
Kfar Saba, Israel
San Marcos Phase 2
San Antonio, TX
Parkersburg, WV
Tacoma, WA - Kandle Park
Auburn, WA
2010
Vashon, WA
Villa Park, IL
Delridge Seattle, WA
Copenhagen, Denmark
Aurora, CO
Tacoma, WA - Norpoint
Norfolk, VA
Cleveland, OH
College Park, MD
Seattle, WA - Jefferson Park
Bingen, WA
Herndon, VA
Lewiston, ID
Bethlehem, PA
Houston, TX - Spring Park
Portland, OR - Steel Bridge
2009
San Jacinto, CA
Muckleshoot Tribal Skatepark
College Station, TX
Portland, OR - Steel Bridge
Aurora, CO
Imperial Beach, CA
Yonkers, NY
Edwards, CO
San Diego, CA - Campland
Wilmington, OH
St. Helena, CA
Tacoma, WA - Norpoint
Colerain, OH
Seattle, WA - Delridge
Seattle, WA - Seattle Center
Winter Park, CO - Phase 2
2008
Oceanside, CA
Kelso, WA
Lawrence, IN
Fayetteville, WV
Bakersfi eld, CA
Yakima, WA
Bainbridge, GA
Bellevue, WA - Highlands
Forks, WA
Tualatin Hills, OR
Myrtle Creek, OR
Canadaigua, NY
Erie, PA
Galveston, TX
2007
Tacoma, WA - Stewart Heights
Silver City, NM
Nantucket, MA
Boston, MA
Lahaina, HI
Mooresville, NC
Hendersonville, NC
Glennwood Springs, CO
Kremmling, CO
Wheeling, WV
Stamford, CT
Sitka, AK
Vancouver, WA
Houston, TX
Tuba City, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
Everett, WA
Amarillo II, TX
Farmington Hills, MI
Bellefontaine, OH
Idaho Falls, ID
St. Helena, CA
Oceanside, CA
Wichita Falls, TX
2006
Lakeway, TX
Kettle Falls, WA
Grove City, OH
Weed, CA
Hudson, MA
Jackson, WY
Winter Park, CO
Ridgeway, CO
Galveston, TX
Round Rock, TX
Coos Bay, OR
Corpus Christie, TX
Irrigon, OR
San Marcos, TX
2005
San Francisco, CA
Houston, TX
Battleground, WA
Currituck, NC
Yakima, WA
Oxford, MS
Austin, TX
Prosser, WA
Tyler, TX
Duvall, WA
Missoula, MT
Atlantic Beach, FL
Athens, GA
Prairie Village, KS
Shawnee, KS
San Angelo, TX
Amarillo, TX
Fairplay, CO
Aztec, NM
Telluride, CO
Jonesboro, AR
2004
Portage, MI
Kokomo, IN
Arlington, WA
Leavenworth, WA
Spokane Valley, WA
Whiting, IN
Carnation, WA
Milton, WA
Bellevue, WA
- Highlands
- Lakemont
Bellingham, WA
Longview, WA
Clarkston, WA
YMCA of Mukilteo, WA
Dillon, MT
McKinleyville, CA
Carnation, WA
Vancouver, WA
Anchorage, AK
2003
Great Falls, MT
Carbondale, CO
Athens, OH
Spokane, WA
Cody, WY
Sandpoint, ID
Kent, WA
Nags Head, NC - YMCA
Trinidad, CO
Edina TriCity, MN - YMCA
2002
West Linn, OR
Orcas Island, WA
Seattle, WA - Ballard Skatepark
Okinawa, Japan
Port Angeles, WA
Leavenworth, WA
2001
Butter Bowl, Seattle
Bainbridge Island, WA
Sumner, WA
Baker City, OR
Monroe, WA
Tuba City, AZ 2007
Butter Bowl, Seattle 2001
Orcas Island, WA 2002
Amarillo, TX 2005
INDUSTRY RECOGNITION
38 “When I return to Seattle (most every summer), out of all the epic parks in King County alone, Delridge Skatepark constantly occupies my mind during the fl ight. In the few years of its existence I’ve witnessed neighborhood kids with zero skate experience grow into confi dent “skate park rippers.” This is due to the knowledgable way the park is designed from mild to challenging with twists, details and dimensions Grindline applies with its skateparks inherently. That being said, for older dudes like myself, it has lines and options that I can’t get enough of, like free lunch at your favorite restaurant!” Sam Hitz
Old Guard, Creature Skateboards
“Grindline is the best Skatepark Design/Build Company in the Business.”
Jake Phelps
Editor of Thrasher Skateboard Magazine
“The park is huge, really well - rounded and made for all skill levels. It has all of the elements.”
Tony Hawk
on the Birdhouse Tour
visting Pitcher Park Memorial Skatepark
(Whirl Maganize)
“Many thanks to Grindline for building all the insane skateparks in the Northwest. I think they’re making gifts for skateboarders.
Their parks are monuments to the act and practice of
skateboarding. So I greatly appreciate and admire their work.” Ben Krah
Professional Skateboarder
(Big Brother Skateboard Magazine interview)
“Monk used to draw these skateparks on his folders in high school and everyone told him he’d only see these parks in heaven or in his dreams. And yet, here they are, for real and for all of us to enjoy.”
Transworld Skateboarding Magazine
“The Best Concrete Builders around. Don’t have anyone else pour cement in your town.”
ConcreteDisciples.com
“Ask 10 riders to rank the best skateparks in Washington and you’re likely to get 10 different answers. But one common thread is likely to be Grindline Skateparks, Inc.”
Seattle Times
April 5th, 2004
Tony Hawk
4th Ward Skatepark
Atlanta, GA
Industry Recognition
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FOLLOW THESE
EASY STEPS
and your community can
be home to a world class
Grindline skatepark.
Pitcher Park (Carnegie, PA) gets a visit from Tony Hawk and friends LET'S GET STARTED.
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GET
ORGANIZED
1 UNITED WE STAND,
DIVIDED WE FALL.
Working together with your skateboarding
community is the first and most important
step in getting a skatepark built. Get
organized, and form a skatepark
committee.
Write letters to your mayor, parks & rec
department, city administrator or city council
asking that they develop a skatepark.
You can also host a community meeting or
attend a city council meeting togther and
request to be on the agenda to discuss the
need for a skatepark. There's strength in
numbers, so get as many people as you can
to the meetings to show their support.
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PROMOTE
THE BENEFITS
2 THEY THINK THEY KNOW,
BUT THEY HAVE NO IDEA.
Once the request is out there, gaining
support for the new public skatepark and
dispelling myths about skateboarders is the
next hurdle.
Public skateparks promote recreation within
communities, offer an outlet for youth who
are not involved in traditional team sports,
and attract new business opportunities, like
skateshops and food concessions. They
also provide skateboarders a legal and
appropriate setting to practice their sport,
and give both skaters and spectators a
place to come together.
CHEAT SHEET: BENEFITS OF A SKATEPARK
Skateparks address many of the goals local leaders are
tasked to achieve for their residents. Here are some
talking points.
• Skateparks support people of all ages who wish to
pursue active, healthy lifestyles by providing a safe,
fun, contained area to practice their sport.
• Skateparks provide a decade or more of service
with no substantial maintenance requirements,
yeilding unparalleled return on investment.
• Skateparks get more recreational use hours than
any other local recreational facility.
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FIND A
POTENTIAL SITE
3 LOCATION, LOCATION,
LOCATION.
A quick inventory of open park spaces or
parks in need of improvements will result in
a list of potential skatepark sites.
Skateparks can be built on lands with site
conditions that may not be suitable for other
purposes. An old swimming pool or an
under-used basketball or tennis court can
be converted into an amazing skatepark.
Skateparks can also be added into an
existing park to share access to amenities
and facilities. Work with your local
government to agree on a site-selection
process.
PAINES PARK . PHILADELPHIA, PA
SPRING PARK .
HOUSTON, TX
LOUISVILLE EXTREME PARK .
LOUISVILLE, KY
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GET IN TOUCH
WITH GRINDLINE
4 CALL US MAYBE.
Seeking advice from Grindline will provide
invaluable direction in fulfilling your
skatepark plans.
Because of our experience, we have a
unique ability to translate the needs of
skateboarders into design concepts that
work for all ages and abilities
Grindline can recommend what sites
will work best and develop preliminary
concepts and budgets based on the size
and complexity of your desired skatepark.
We can reach out to local leaders, add our
voice to the conversation, and communicate
the benefits of our skateparks to decisionmakers.
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FIND
FUNDING
5 MONEY MAKES THE
WORLD GO ROUND.
Funding for your skatepark can be obtained
through fundraisers, municipal budgets,
material donations, and grants.
MUNICIPAL BUDGETS
Master plans and capital improvement plans provide cities with a spending roadmap. Ask to have a skatepark included as part of the plans and it may become something the city will budget for. If your community has an existing park with a large budget, suggest replacing it with a cast-in-place concrete skatepark.
Concrete requires little to no maintenance, so savings from a maintenance budget could be used to build a new skatepark.
MATERIAL DONATIONS
Grindline has helped coordinate in-kind donations for many skatepark committees by providing detailed material lists with quantities and product specifications–this simplifies the process for committees as they inventory donations.
FUNDRAISING
Auctions, skate contests, local festivals, and online fundraising can all bring the community together to raise cash donations.
Use social media to share your community’s journey as you develop your skatepark.
THE TONY HAWK FOUNDATION
Since 2002, the Tony Hawk Foundation has awarded a total of $7 million to over 600 projects. They can help advocates with coaching, data, strategy, and so on.
Since THF's inception, Grindline has helped over 50 clients obtain over $500,000 in grant funding for public skateparks.
Visit tonyhawkfoundation.org for more info.
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PEOPLE,
GET READY
6 YOU JUST GET ON (A)
BOARD.
You have the need for a skatepark
identified, a concept to share, community
support and seed money. It is time for the
City to step in and move the project across
the finish line.
Ask for a meeting with the Parks &
Recreation Department leaders and present
your plan. Our local officials are there
to listen and any park that was ever built
started because someone asked for it.
It only takes one voice and one ear for a
skatepark plan to get rolling.