![]() ![]() The Havertown Skatepark first opened in June 2004 at a site adjacent to Veterans Field, behind current police headquarters. ![]() So it’s good to see it come to fruition,” said Armine. ![]() A lot of good people put time and energy into it. He hopes to continue fundraising efforts for possible expansion in the future. Work is expected to begin at Merry Place in October, Armine said. He also noted that 5th Pocket creations “got great reviews in terms of quality of work, creativity and low maintenance.” Ambler Skatepark, Grays Ferry Skatepark, Granahan, and Minersville Area Skatepark are included in Clayton’s portfolio. Rather than use prefabricated materials and molds, Clayton pours and forms concrete structures on site, “much like an artist painting a mural on a wall,” said Assistant Township Manager/Parks and Recreation Director Tim Denny.ĭenny said 5th Pocket was chosen for the project because of its ability to “design parks specifically for your space, needs and landscape.” It will be Havertown-specific,” Armine said. Michael Armine, a Haverford High School teacher and spokesman for the Havertown Skatepark Advocacy Group, said “It’s a unique opportunity for the township to stake a claim in skateboarding.”ĥth Pocket will transform the tennis court that’s been home to the Havertown Skatepark since June 2016 into a unique installation “you can’t find anywhere else. HAVERFORD > With help from a $35,000 allocation commissioners recently approved, the Havertown Skatepark is moving closer to becoming a state-of-the art venue local skaters have dreamed of.įunds will go toward retaining Jesse Clayton of 5th Pocket Skatepark to create a permanent, concrete skatepark at Merry Place. ![]()
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