I just received the project schedule for the new public skatepark from Joan Baillon, Special Projects Coordinator of Omaha Parks, Recreation and Public Property…
- Wed 10/1/08 – Execute D/B Contract
- Fri 10/10/08 – Phase 1-Design 60%
- Mon 11/3/08 – Phase 2-Construction
- Thurs 1/15/09 – Winter Shut Down
- Wed 4/1/09 – Mobilize
- Thurs 4/2/09 – Grading
- Wed 4/15/09 – Utilities
- Thurs 4/23/09 – Footings/Foundation
- Mon 5/4/09 – Skate Bowls/Structures
- Mon 6/1/09 – Perimeter Flatwork
- Mon 6/15/09 – Landscaping
- Wed 6/24/09 – Punch list
- Fri 6/26/09 – Substantial Completion
- TBA – Grand Opening
Brad Siedlecki from Pillar Action Sports Development sent me the plans and said we’re limited on budget, but wanted to know if there’s any tweaks I think could be added.
I talked with Kelly McManus (a local skateboarder and friend) and we came up with a couple ideas. I wanted to consult with Jeff Chase too (he helped design the first park here as well, and helped with Cream City Skatepark), but he was out of town, and we needed to get this back to Brad asap.
Here’s the original plans with a few of our thoughts in red, plus a drawing for the new center piece along the strip:
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Brad said he liked the ideas, and will incorporate them. I’m really excited for this park, and to be working with such a great skatepark designer. Huge thanks to the City of Omaha and to Pillar Action Sports Development!