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Lake Forest unveils concept plan for Etnne skatepark renovation, estimates roughly $2.1–2.3 million
Summary
A consultant presented a draft concept to reconfigure the Etnne skatepark for broader skill levels and to add an all‑wheels pump track (which likely requires an 8,000 sq. ft. east expansion); estimated hard costs plus a 15% contingency were about $2.1–2.3 million, with phasing recommended if funding is not available.
At the April 8 commission meeting the City of Lake Forest presented a draft concept plan and cost estimate for the Etnne skatepark renovation based on three community outreach meetings and an online survey.
Recreation Manager Laura Hunter said the outreach identified three priorities: (1) add more beginner and intermediate‑level street features and rehabilitate deteriorating surfaces, (2) transition to an all‑wheels park to accommodate BMX, scooters, inline and skateboarding, and (3) consider a pump track as a signature addition.
Consultant Mitch Jensen of Action Sports Design described two concept directions and a final preferred concept that balances progression and advanced features. The proposal would rework the street plaza with lower ledges and varied heights for skill progression, revise the flow bowl (replacing the existing cramped ‘‘cradle’’ with a plateau for better sight lines), and add a pump track in an eastern expansion area roughly 8,000 square feet in size.
Jensen said preliminary hard costs and installation estimates, including a 15% contingency for inflation and unknowns, total approximately $2.1 million. He recommended planning the project in phases if full funding is not available, with the pump track as a possible phase two. Estimated construction time for the full scope is about four to six months; phasing could allow parts of the park to remain open while work proceeds.
Commissioners discussed retaining advanced terrain, spectator amenities such as shade and bleachers, parking and wayfinding, and ensuring the park remains appealing to expert riders as well as safer and more accessible for beginners. Deputy Senior Manager McGovern said the concept will go to City Council in May; if council approves, public works will prepare final construction documents and procurement.
The commission did not vote on the concept at this meeting; staff recommended returning with final design documents and a phasing plan if Council approves the concept.
