Planned renovations will refresh the well-loved facility while preserving the welcoming community that makes it special.
If you have a teenager who skateboards or rides a scooter, chances are you know about this place. Maybe you’ve dropped your kids off there or even stuck around for a while and watched them ride the ramps. Located on the grounds of Mike E. Sansone Community Park, the Plant City Skatepark was originally completed in 2004, and for over 20 years it has served the skateboarders, bikers, and scooter riders of our community.
A few weeks ago, my son and I found ourselves with a free Sunday afternoon. The weather was bright, and the skies were dry, so we threw our stuff in the back of the car and headed down to the skatepark. He has a trick scooter — the kind with a wide deck and handlebars. I ride a BMX bike…