CC - Item 5A - Review and Discussion of Concepts for a Skate Plaza at Rosemead Park r�yy�rM, F
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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
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TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: JEFF ALLRED, CITY MANAGER A 4
DATE: NOVEMBER 10, 2014
SUBJECT: REVIEW AND DISCUSSION OF CONCEPTS FOR A SKATE PLAZA AT
ROSEMEAD PARK
SUMMARY
The discussion of constructing a skateboard friendly amenity in the City of Rosemead has
been mentioned at several recent City Council meetings. On October 10, 2014 the City
Council provided direction to forego construction of a second building at the Rosemead
Community Recreation Center (RCRC) and a skateboard plaza was mentioned among
the alternatives to fill the available open space. Direction was given for staff to investigate
skateboard amenities at that site or elsewhere in the City. It quickly became apparent that
the ideal location for a skate plaza was not immediately adjacent to the RCRC, but rather
at a larger location that is further away from residents. Staff has walked and reviewed all
City owned parks and was able to identify one space at Rosemead Park as the best
possible location.
In addition to identifying locations for a potential skate plaza, staff reached out to the
Street League Skateboarding Foundation, a non-profit organization based in Los Angeles
that assists with the development of skate parks and plazas both in the United States and
internationally. Staff met with Street League Foundation staff and their design and
construction partner, California Skateparks, to discuss options for skateboard amenity
development at Rosemead Park. Two options were discussed and conceptual drawings
were developed by California Skateparks and are provided for Council review and input
(Attached).
Staff Recommendation
It is recommended that the City Council provide direction to staff regarding options for the
development of a skate plaza.
DISCUSSION
After reviewing all City owned locations for space to develop a skate plaza, staff identified
two areas at Rosemead Park as potential sites for the development of a skate plaza. The
first discussed area is the open space between the basketball courts and the parking lot
in the northern end of the park. There were identified challenges in this area, namely the
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proximity to the residences across the street and the reduction in available space due to
the presence of three large oak trees, making this spot less than ideal.
The second location is adjacent to the southern parking lot and the Rosemead Aquatic
Center. This spot provides the necessary space, does not require the removal of trees or
picnic areas, and is visible from the street but is far removed from residences. Additionally,
this area has an existing grade change that is beneficial to the flow of a skate plaza and
will contribute to the development of the plaza's features. The use of this site would
require the removal of the existing multipurpose pad that was constructed as part of the
jogging trail installation several years ago. The rubberized material on this pad has been
significantly damaged and is in need of costly repair or removal. Based on the observed
uses of this pad, and the lack of durability of the surface, it would be recommended that
these activities be redirected to the plentiful grass area.
Two conceptual drawings have been developed to demonstrate potential designs of the
plaza and the utilization of available space. Both design options, as presented, would
create a first class facility that would be designated as a Street League Certified Skate
Plaza. The Street League Certified designation would distinguish the type of features in
the plaza and the materials and methods used in the construction. Additionally, with the
Street League Certification, comes notoriety and distinguishability from skateboard
facilities in other communities, promotional support and community engagement, and the
potential to host events. With assistance from the Foundation and California Skateparks,
the plaza would be designed and developed in coordination with the community's youth
and contain features that are attractive and desirable to the skateboarding community.
The first concept provides for a rectangle shaped plaza with amenities suited for varying
levels of ability. The grade change in the northern section would provide an excellent hill
area to for stairs, rails and ramps as an entry for skateboarders into the main plaza area.
The main center portion of the plaza would contain flat space with various amenities for
skateboards to perform different maneuvers on. The southern portion of the plaza would
provide a quarter-pipe feature that serves both as a skateboarding feature and as a safe
barrier between the existing jogging trail and the skate plaza. Atop this quarter-pipe would
be a plateau and guard railing that give way grading to further separate the plaza from
the other portions of the park.
The second concept contains many of the same features with some added amenities at
the northern end, including a pump track that would wrap around the existing tree.
Additionally, this concept could include some amenities geared towards a facility capable
of hosting formal amateur and professional competitions.
Staff has discussed the Street League Foundation's ability to assist with the development
of a skate plaza in Rosemead. Street League Skateboarding is a professional skateboard
league that facilitates major competitions around the Country and has formed a
foundation to facilitate the development of skateboard facilities in communities such as
Rosemead. The Street League Foundation supports the development of skateboard
facilities through assisting in the design and planning stages. This assistance includes
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helping to defer some costs of the design phase as well as implementing community
outreach activities that enable public input and contribution to the development of this
facility. Additionally, the Street League Foundation will provide significant publicity and
public relations support along with organizing a grand opening celebration. The
Foundation has partnered with California Skateparks where they typically work together
on design-build projects in which the funding entity (the City of Rosemead) enters into an
agreement at a set dollar amount to receive a complete facility from conceptual design to
final construction. California Skateparks, who is regarded a one of the premier skateboard
facility companies both in the United States and internationally, would be responsible for
the design and construction work and the Foundation would work in a supporting role.
The Street League Foundation's support would culminate with the planning and execution
of a grand opening celebration that would include media attention and professional
skateboarders, reminiscent of the event that was held for the opening of the UFC Gym.
What is Design-build?
Design-build is a project delivery system used in the construction industry in which the
design and construction services are contracted by a single entity known as the design-
build contractor. In contrast to the design-bid-build method that the City typically uses for
projects, design-build relies on a single point of responsibility and is used to minimize risk
for the project owner (City) on projects that are complex or unique. Due to the unique
nature of skate park or skate plaza development, this method of construction is often
preferred by cities to minimize risk and provide a cohesiveness throughout the design
and construction processes.
PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS
This item has been noticed through the regular agenda notification process.
Prepared By:
Sullivan
Acting Public Works Manager
Submitted By:
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Matth w E. H wkesworth
Assistant City Manager/Acting Director of Public Works
Attachments:
1. Conceptual Skate Plaza Designs
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