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Concrete or modular skateparks, which is right for my community?

 
Answered by PJ Perry of Rio Rancho Park and Recreation 

There are many factors that would need to be addressed when answering this question such as budget and community need. For us modular equipment enhanced the need for concrete bowls and amenities. When we first proposed a skatepark for our community the usual opposition was heard, “there are not enough skaters to support the expense.” Once we put in our first skatepark the need was evident. Then we constructed our second and third parks all modular. Now that we have shown our skateparks are the most used piece in our park inventory we are going to construct a park with concrete bowls and modular to create a park that will provide a complete experience. Remember skateboarding is fourth most popular sport in the world.