DONE: Draft Proposal

Our initial proposal brought attention to the current state of the existing prefabricated park, and the opportunity to improve the facility with a poured-in-place concrete structure. Despite limited distribution, the proposal received over 50 community endorsements.

DONE: Town Preconsulation

The initial proposal received support from town administration. In initial meetings we discussed and resolved limitations with the site, the need for more park infrastructure, funding, and the role of the town and the skatepark committee as we move forward.

DONE: Conceptual Plan

We worked with Evergreen Skateparks to develop a conceptual plan for the park. The actual design will come after community input and site evaluation. The concept is intended to show the scale of park that is possible given the location and budget we have in mind.

DONE: Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

We have partnered with the local mountain bike organization: Purple Valley NEMBA, a 501c3, to administer the project. NEMBA has received approval from the Williamstown Select Board to move forward with the project.

Done: Community Survey

Please Of the 86 respondents to our survey, 96.5% stated that the skatepark project should be a priority for our community.

In Progress: Request For Proposal

We have invited three world class skatepark design/build firms to bid on our project. We will be selecting a firm in early summer.

Also In Progress: Permitting

The town has begun preliminary work on site plan & permitting.

Next Up: Corporate & Institutional Fundraising

We will be connecting with local businesses & institutions interested in aligning their brand with this important community project. We will be seeking tax deductible donations as well as in kind donations of materials & equipment.

Next Next Up: Design

We will be working closely with the selected design / build firm to develop design for the skatepark that matches the requests from the community survey.

Next Next Next Up: Construction

More to come!