Skate Park Project
Riley Skate Park was designed by one of the best skate park designers
in the country, Site Design Group. The 29,000 square foot all-concrete
park will be host of local and national competitions and will become the
area's premier hotspot for skateboarders and in-line skaters. The unique
design provides elements for skateboarders/in-line skaters of all skill
levels, and spectators the opportunity to view the activity in a
comfortable park like setting, for free.
Riley Skate Park was named after a donor, George Riley and the Riley
Foundation, who gave $500,000 toward the City of Farmington Hills Skate
Park project. Riley Skate Park is expected to attract over 200
skaters each day, in addition to the thousands of people who will visit
the skate park for skateboard competitions and camps. Currently,
722,000 people visit Founder's Sports Park each year for various
activities and events. 28,300 vehicles pass by Founder's Sports
Park every day. The location of Riley Skate Park in Founder's
Sports Park will provide corporate and individual donors tremendous
exposure and area businesses economic support.
Mission
To establish a premier concrete skate park where skaters can exercise
in a clean, safe environment without endangering people or damaging
property. To develop a well-maintained park open to skaters who
are willing to uphold the park's rules and restrictions. To view
this park as a community project, designed to satisfy the needs of
skaters and families.
Location
Founder's Sports Park, 35500 Eight Mile Road between Gill and
Halstead Roads.
Contact Us
The Ideal Park takes time, money and a great design. We need
your help. To make a donation, please contact Bryan Farmer, City of
Farmington Hills Recreation Division (248) 473-1805. Click here for more
details on Riley Skate Park.
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