REGIONAL DISTRICT OF NANAIMO
RDN and Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools Renew Cedar Skate Park Agreement

The Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) and Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools (NLPS) have renewed the Cedar Skate Park Community Park agreement for a ten-year period from 2023 to 2033. The agreement gives the RDN permission to continue operating and maintaining the skate park located on NLPS-owned land for a fee of $1 for the duration of the agreement period. Under the agreement, the RDN will also maintain existing park amenities including parking, washroom facilities, lighting, benches, signs, bicycle racks, picnic tables, plantings and landscaping, irrigation works and the drinking fountain.

Opened in 2014, the skate park is in the south-eastern corner of the Cedar Community Secondary School property. The 930-square-metre skate park includes a variety of obstacles and features for both beginner and experienced riders.

For more information about recreation in the RDN visit rdn.bc.ca/recreation and for information on Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools, visit www.sd68.bc.ca.

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"Access to this popular skate park in Cedar is important to the physical and mental health of the community. We are pleased to be able to work with Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools to continue to provide a place where all ages and abilities can bring their skateboards, bicycles, and scooters to hone their skills, be active, and have fun."

Vanessa Craig, Chair, Regional District of Nanaimo

"We are thrilled to announce the renewed partnership with the RDN for the Cedar community skate park. This collaboration ensures continued access for all while providing a safe, well-managed site for the community to thrive and to enjoy a space not only for skateboarding but also as a meeting place with amenities one would need to spend a day with family and friends."

Charlene McKay, Board Vice-Chair, Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools