Construction of the detention basin in the area of the old skatepark is underway. Staff is currently getting bids on construction of the skatepark portion of the project. A final decision on the contractor will be determined and communicated in November. A public hearing on the entire flood control project at Riverside Park will be held on Tuesday, October 11. You can watch the Council meeting on the City of Cedar Rapids Facebook page.

Following discussions between staff and engineers, we are looking at ways to get the new skatepark completed as quickly as possible. While the timeline depends greatly on weather conditions next spring, we are hoping you will be able to use the park in August with the understanding that some final details and landscaping will take place through September. We will keep you updated on progress and any timeline changes as they happen. 

In the mean time, we are looking at options for one or two temporary, pop-up type, skateparks to provide a space for users in the spring and early summer. Bids for temporary equipment will be received in November. At that time, we will ask for your input if there are options for pieces of equipment within the amount budgeted. We are also reviewing possible locations and hoping you might partner with us to hold some instructional clinics at the temporary park(s) in the spring.

Eduskate will display renderings of the new park, so stop by and take a look.

Feel free to contact the Parks & Recreation Department with any questions.