The land was caught up in a years-long dispute over whether it should be used as public space or a private apartment development. SanAntonio SATX SanAntonioTX SanAntonioNews Texas
“Today’s vote was another pivotal step in the journey to realize the vision of community leaders, organizers and historians to create a free, public park near the Hays Street Bridge," District 2 Councilman Jalen McKee-Rodriguez in an emailed statement Thursday."We look forward to breaking ground on the project and following it through to completion.”
In the early days of the project’s public meetings, the city fielded more requests for a skatepark than any other amenity. While not something considered in the initial design phase, the city ultimately listened to the community and its wishes.flexible green space, a playground and an event space, according to city documents. The skate park will be separated into two sections, one for advanced skill levels and another for beginners.
The park's design comes from the planning and landscape architecture arm of civil-engineering firm Dunaway, which also conceptualized improvement plans at Alamo Golf Course and O.P. Schnabel Park. “We look forward to the beautiful space this will become and the public space it provides to both east side families and San Antonians from across the city," McKee-Rodriguez said.
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