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Sumner staff recommend demolition of aging skate park; low bid about $102,000, new facility estimated near $1 million
Summary
City staff told council the existing skate park has widespread structural failure, has been closed since fall 2024, and recommended demolition and grading; staff received 12 bids with a low bid of about $102,000 and recommend funding demolition from general fund balance while future skate/pump-track options are considered.
Sumner City staff told the City Council on Sept. 22 that the city’s concrete skate park at the sports complex has widespread structural issues, has been closed since fall 2024 for public safety, and staff recommend demolition and site grading to mitigate ongoing liability while the city explores replacement options.
City Administrator Jason Wilson reviewed the park’s history: the city acquired the land in 2001 and installed the concrete bowls in the 2000s. Over time the park suffered vandalism, water intrusion and repeated settling; assessments by skate-park contractor Grindline concluded the…
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