Skate Feature Committee

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act/Section 504 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title VI, this agency is an equal opportunity public entity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status or physical or mental disability in employment or the provision of service. If you require special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact Julie Gilliam at 760-633-2744 at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. CALL TO ORDER- INTRODUCTIONS REGULAR AGENDA 1. Approval of the Minutes A. September 1, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes i. Recommended Action: Approve the September 1, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes B. September 29, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes i. Recommended Action: Approve the September 29, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes 2. Review and Discussion of Sub-Committee Research and Analysis A. Skate Locations / Feature Design Sub-Committee – See Attached B. Community Impact Sub-Committee C. Pro-Level Feature / Dream Bowl Sub-Committee – See Attached DISCUSSION OF AGENDA ITEMS FOR FUTURE MEETINGS NEXT MEETING: DECEMBER 1, 2026 ADJOURNMENT CITY OF ENCINITAS SKATE FEATURE COMMITTEE MEETING NOTICE/AGENDA LOCATION: City of Encinitas 505 South Vulcan Avenue, Poinsettia Conference Room Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. – 7:30p.m. I, Julie Gilliam, certify that I caused the above Notice/Agenda to be posted on the City Hall bulletin board on October 22, 2026, 72 hours before the meeting. Committee Secretary Julie Gilliam

SKATE FEATURE MINUTES CITY OF ENCINITAS SKATE FEATURE COMMITTEE SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 5:30 P.M., 505 S. VULCAN AVENUE, ENCINITAS, CA - 1 - 1. CALL TO ORDER Council Member Shaffer called the meeting to order at 5:31 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Council Member Shaffer and San Antonio, Committee Members Burman, DiCola, Espirit (5:40 P.M.), Holley, Jewett, Macdonald, Meyer, Neal (5:40 P.M ), Rowe, Staples, Van Boxtel (5:40 P.M.) and Van der Auwera. Absent: None. Also Present: Director Knopp, Manager Norgard and Management Analysts Lewis and Bradford. 3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS/POSSIBLE DIRECTION TO STAFF 1. Mike Miller, a Cardiff resident, expressed concern that the collapsed hillside between San Elijo and Manchester is blocking part of the curb, and that the K-rail installed to contain debris has narrowed the roadway, creating a safety hazard for both drivers and bicyclists. 4. REGULAR AGENDA Public Comment: 1. Mike Kooros, a resident next to Glen Park, said the park is a peaceful community space and is not suitable or conducive for a skate park. 2. Donna Chirichetti, an Encinitas resident, said she grew up visiting Glen Park, still uses it as a quiet reading space, appreciates its current sports and open-space uses, and opposes adding a skate feature. 3. John Wilson, a Cardiff resident, said he enjoys Glen Park as a quiet space and opposes adding a skate feature. 4. Ryan Park supports skating and surfing but opposes a skate feature at Glen Park, suggesting a location north of Leucadia Boulevard near the freeway instead to help mask the noise. 5. Mary Rosso, who plays volleyball at Glen Park, said she enjoys the park’s serenity and opposes adding a skate feature to that park. 6. Kathy Knight said she wants to preserve Glen Park’s open space, opposes adding a skate feature, and suggested expanding the existing skate park at ECP instead. 7. Caroline Solmer, a Cardiff resident who lives one block from Glen Park, said she enjoys the park’s natural setting and opposes adding a skate feature there. 8. Luke Foster said he supports exploring alternative locations in Encinitas for a skate feature and not focusing solely on Glen Park. 9. Ralph Chaney asked that Glen Park be removed from consideration for a skate feature, noting it’s the oldest dedicated coastal park between La Jolla and San Clemente. He emphasized the importance of involving the community in the site selection process, so they feel included rather threatened by the proposal. 10. Larry Raab, Cardiff resident, spoke regarding safety and traffic concerns at Glen Park and opposes a skate feature in that location. 11. Nancy Orr, a former Parks & Recreation Commission member, encouraged the committee to add skate features to more parks.

SKATE FEATURE MINUTES CITY OF ENCINITAS SKATE FEATURE COMMITTEE SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 5:30 P.M., 505 S. VULCAN AVENUE, ENCINITAS, CA - 2 - 1. Review and Discussion of Established Goals Council Member Shaffer led the review and discussion of the established goals for identifying locations for skate features within the City of Encinitas and provided an overview of suitable sites and options for skate amenities. A. Identified a list of potential locations for skate features in the City. 3 Existing Parks with Skate Features: 1.Olympus 2. Leucadia Oaks 3. ECP 12 New Suggested Locations: 1. Oakcrest Park 2. La Costa Ave 3. Village Park 4. Under the power lines between Mountain Vista and Encinitas Blvd. 5. Cottonwood Creek Park - closer to the freeway 6. Quail Gardens aka L7 7. Orpheus 8. Viewpoint 9. Sun Vista Park 10. Glen Park 11. Surfer's Point 12. Moonlight Beach - Dream Bowl B. Discussed other potential locations. 2. Define the Duration of the Committee and Create a Schedule Council Member Shaffer and the Skate Feature Committee members agreed to set the calendar at their next meeting, where they will establish a schedule for future meetings. Subcommittees: 1. Skate Feature/Location 1. Tony Burman 2. Danny Dicola 3. Elise Espirit 4. Gabrielle Holley 5. Jeff Jewett 6. Joshua Rowe 2. Pro-Level/Dream Bowl 1. Danny Dicola 2. Andy MacDonald 3. Alex Neal 4. Joshua Rowe 5. Julie Van der Auwera

SKATE FEATURE MINUTES CITY OF ENCINITAS SKATE FEATURE COMMITTEE SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 5:30 P.M., 505 S. VULCAN AVENUE, ENCINITAS, CA - 3 - 3. Community Impact 1. Jeff Jewett 2. Summer Meyer 3. Alex Neal 4. Mike Staples C. DISCUSSION OF AGENDA ITEMS FOR FUTURE MEETINGS D. NEXT MEETING: Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 5:30 P.M. in the Poinsettia Room. E. ADJOURNMENT Council Member Shaffer adjourned the meeting at 7:34 P.M.

SKATE FEATURE MINUTES CITY OF ENCINITAS SKATE FEATURE COMMITTEE SEPTEMBER 29, 2026 5:30 P.M., 505 S. VULCAN AVENUE, ENCINITAS, CA - 1 - 1. CALL TO ORDER Council Member Shaffer called the meeting to order at 5:35 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Council Member Shaffer and San Antonio, Committee Members Burman, Espirit, Holley, Jewett, Meyer, Neal, Rowe, Staples (left at 6:50pm), and Van der Auwera. Absent: Committee Members DiCola, Macdonald and Van Boxtel. Also Present: Manager Norgard and Management Analyst Gilliam. 3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS/POSSIBLE DIRECTION TO STAFF a. Ralph Chaney, commented on Glen Park and the request for removal from consideration at the last meeting. Survey sent re: Glen Park. Request for this meeting is to have two questions answered: how has public comment affected decision making, and what can the public do to have the park removed from consideration? b. Laura Grimmer, voiced concerns about the proposed Oak Crest Park location, and congestion in the parking lots behind Oakcrest Middle. c. Amelia Grimmer, 8th grader at Oakcrest, voiced concerns about the proposed Oak Crest Park location, citing congestion in the parking lots during school pick up time. d. Cameron Richards, commented on the interest in freestyle mountain biking as an addition to skate features. 4. REGULAR AGENDA 1. Review and Discussion of Sub-Committee Research and Analysis Council Member Shaffer led the review and discussion of the reports and feedback provided by the Subcommittees. A. Skate Locations/Feature Design Sub-Committee a. Committee Member Joshua Rowe reviewed a presentation on Skate Location and Feature Design, defining Skaturbanism and reviewing how this will fit in Encinitas, highlighting examples from other cities. B. Community Impact Sub-Committee a. Committee Member Mike Staples reviewed his report of potential skate feature sites and the feasibility of the location, reviewing the neighborhood, access, parking, facilities, size and layout, activities, and recent events. C. Pro-Level Feature / Dream Bowl Sub-Committee a. Committee Member Alex Neal reviewed his location report, highlighting Oak Crest Park, Powerlines, Cottonwood Creek Park, Sun Vista, as well as the other locations. 2. Define the Duration of the Committee and Create a Schedule Council Member Shaffer recommended 2-3 more meetings, with the goal of establishing a recommendation to present to City Council. 3. DISCUSSION OF AGENDA ITEMS FOR FUTURE MEETINGS

SKATE FEATURE MINUTES CITY OF ENCINITAS SKATE FEATURE COMMITTEE SEPTEMBER 29, 2026 5:30 P.M., 505 S. VULCAN AVENUE, ENCINITAS, CA - 2 - 4. NEXT MEETING: Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 5:30 P.M. in the Poinsettia Room Tuesday, December 1, 2026, at 5:30 P.M. in the Poinsettia Room Tuesday, January 12, 2026, at 5:30 P.M. in the Poinsettia Room *Dates, times, and meeting room locations subject to change based on availability. 5. ADJOURNMENT Council Member Shaffer adjourned the meeting at 7:30 P.M.

Skate Feature Committee Proposal for Park and Recreation Master Plan Development CONCEPTUAL DRAFT

What is the background of the “Skate Feature Committee”? The Skate Feature Committee was proposed by council member…… What is the purpose of the Skate Feature Committee? The purpose of the committee is to develop a values-based planning guide that can inform park maintenance and development. We aim to capture key city values and clarify how those can be realized within the Park and Recreation Master Plan. ….. What are the key values the Skate Feature Committee has identified? 1. We embrace an Encinitas-inspired outdoor board sport ethos and believe it should inform the design of our city parks, etc. 2. We embrace safe multi-use transportation opportunities (skate-(e)bike-walk) throughout the city. 3. We should effectively utilize remaining open land/space/corridors of transportation given the current state of development and growth 4. We appreciate skateboarding’s relationship to Arts & Culture. 5. We appreciate multi-use spaces that bring community together:

1. How can an Encinitas-inspired board sport ethos impact Park and Rec. planning? ADDING “SKATE+” FEATURES TO CURRENT PARKS Although this city is home to the invention of skateboarding, skateboarding is not reflected in current park design. We do have fantastic skateparks, but these designated parks don’t capture the entirety of skateboarding experience. It’s an Olympic sport and a little wooden toy. (“Learn to skate, then go to the park!”) When we talk about “skate features,” we are not talking about large skate parks designed principally for skateboarding. Instead, we are recommending that the city adopt “features,” little obstacles that allow individuals to “play skate” in a park just as they would play on the swings, on the courts and across the grass. Also, when we say “skate+” we are describing features that can be used by a variety of skateboarders and their board sport influenced cousins – BMX, scooters, skates, parkour, etc. Let everyone play. Conceptual Examples ● Glen Park “snake run” ● Sun Vista “rocks” ● Cottonwood Park “ledges” ● Oakcrest “stairs” Glen Park Sun Vista Cottonwood Oakcrest

2. How are we conceptualizing safe, multi-use transportation opportunities? DEVELOPING “Corridor ‘85” Before the tricks, before the industry, skating was transportation. Can we think of ways of connecting city owned parks, easements, and other properties such that an individual could safely travel from the easternmost border of Encinitas to the beach without having to use major thoroughfares (i.e., Encinitas Blvd, Leucadia Blvd, etc.)? Imagine the corridors combine paved pathways and packed dirt with “features” (see above). We now have safe and fun corridors through the city that allow individuals from all walks of life to safely transport themselves around the city – four wheels, two wheels, feet! - Partnerships/connections/overlaps/etc.: safety and transportation (ebike conversation), growth and development; promoting of healthy lifestyle; walkability; to and from school

3. How can we create more opportunities to foster the relationship between skateboarding and Arts & Culture? It’s virtually impossible to disentangle the act of skateboarding from the artistic culture that both surrounds it and is embedded in it. A variety of cities throughout the United States and Europe have combined with. For example, in France, they’ve created … and in . They’ve developed skateable sculptures. Moreover, other cities have welcomed skateboarding onto the grounds of their art centers. EMBRACING SKATEABLE “ART” EMBEDDING “CULTURE OF SKATEBOARDING” INTO OUR ARTS&CULTURE PROGRAMMING - History of Skate + Art (Elise Work) - Skateable Art (sculptures, etc.) - Partnerships with other City programs: La Paloma, McGill’s, skate tourism,

4. How can our outdoor boardsport culture contribute to multi-use spaces? DEVELOP “BOARDSPORT FRIENDLY” MULTI-USE SPACES - - Partnerships with other City programs/initiatives: transportation, local economic development, skate tourism,

Questions 1. Values? Might we want to add to/modify the “values”? Where does the “pro conversation” and skate bowl fit into this proposal? 2. Dovetailing? Might we want to contact other City departments/subcommittees/etc. that are working on things that dovetail with ideas here? 3. “Academic” Research? What research should we embed about “skateboarding: (i,e., skateboarding and….economic development, urban planning and design, mental health and youth, etc. ? 4. City Data? What data do we need from city? 5. SWOT? Add SWOT analysis? 6. Exigency/Timing? Olympics is coming….do we want to speak to that?

CITY OF ENCINITAS SKATE FEATURE COMMITTEE Site Assessment — Park & Open Space Survey Prepared by Jeff Jewett, Committee Member • September 2026 • Updated for Meeting #2 Subcommittee Context: Jeff Jewett serves on two subcommittees: (1) Site Identification & Design, and (2) Community Impact Assessment. This document serves as the umbrella assessment for both workstreams. The site conditions reference tables included in Section 4 were compiled by the Site Conditions subcommittee and are incorporated here for consolidated reference. SECTION 1 — EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This document summarizes a field survey of City of Encinitas parks and open space parcels. Each site was evaluated for existing hardscape, grade changes, surrounding land use, neighborhood demographics, noise considerations, and potential for skate feature integration at varying levels of investment and complexity. The document has been updated following the committee’s first meeting to reflect revised priorities, new site observations, and the fallen-tree/drainage-ditch opportunity at Glen Park. The overarching philosophy behind these recommendations: every city park with a playground should also have some form of skate feature — meeting kids where they live rather than asking them to travel to a single destination facility. The field survey confirmed that many Encinitas parks already contain natural skate-ready infrastructure requiring minimal modification. A key strategic note: the coastal area west of the 5 freeway is already reasonably well served by Encinitas Community Park, the YMCA, and Leucadia Oaks — all within a couple of miles of each other. The committee’s highest-priority activations should focus east of the 5, where skate infrastructure is absent and neighborhood density is high. In addition to park-based features, this assessment introduces two concepts: (1) a Power Lines corridor activation suited for a pump track, beginner terrain, and community-built features; and (2) a DIY Empowerment Model inspired by Washington Street Skatepark in San Diego, in which the city designates a site, grants a license to a community nonprofit, and allows skaters to build and maintain the space at zero cost to the city. SECTION 2 — PRIORITY RANKING SUMMARY Park / Site Priority Primary Concept Oakcrest Park Priority A Competition-capable progression park — escalating stair sets, community center parking, low noise, high potential Power Lines Corridor Priority A DIY empowerment site — pump track, beginner terrain, community- built flow features Scott Valley Park Priority A 360° skatable neighborhood park — pyramid bank, curved ledge, concrete V-drain bowl, flat bank exit Cottonwood Creek Park Priority A Multi-level street destination — existing stair sets, ledges, rock spots (well-served coastal area; east-of-5 sites should advance first) Glen Park Priority A Fallen tree + drainage ditch = dual-use snake run opportunity; neighbor noise concerns noted but not determinative Sun Vista Park Priority B Multi-level street features + sculptural art installation visible from road Viewpoint Park Priority B Mini ramp at overlook platform — iconic photo/social destination with ocean views

Park / Site Priority Primary Concept Orpheus Park Priority B Cascading stair circuit on hillside bordering Paul Ecke Central — school-adjacent youth activation Las Verdes Park Priority C Small ledge/flatbar path with quarter pipe at bottom — trail convergence activation Hawk View Park Priority C Lower priority — nice neighborhood but less dense; potential future drainage ditch feature Wiro Park Priority D Low priority — small, limited hardscape; possibly a small ornamental-style skate sculpture Leo Mullen Sports Park Priority D Difficult — limited space; worth exploring city-owned buffer strip alongside park SECTION 3 — SITE ASSESSMENTS PRIORITY A — Highest Impact, Move First 1. Oakcrest Park — PRIORITY A Location & Context Off Balour Drive, one block from Encinitas Boulevard, New Encinitas. Large, rambling, well-maintained park bordered by a school to the west and a senior center to the east — minimal residential neighbors, meaning noise concerns are minimal. Sits directly adjacent to the Encinitas Community Center, whose parking lot can serve the skate feature activation. High visibility from Encinitas Blvd. Restrooms on-site. This park has now emerged as the committee’s top candidate. Why This Is #1 • Minimal surrounding residential — the noise objection that affects Glen Park does not apply here • Adjacent Community Center parking solves the access and parking equation completely • Large enough to accommodate beginner-friendly features alongside competition-capable obstacles — one of few parks that can serve both demographics simultaneously • Proximity to school and senior center creates a built-in multi-generational audience and natural supervision • Encinitas Blvd road noise already drowns out ambient sound — skate noise will not be a factor for neighbors Recommended Activation Concept Design an escalating stair set circuit running down the outer perimeter from the upper parking area to the lower street entrance — starting with 1-2 stairs at the top, progressively growing to 3-, 4-, and 5-stair sets as you descend, with a larger feature at the bottom. Some sets could include rails or hubbas. The circular concrete pad midway becomes a flat-ground skills zone. The scale of this park also allows for at least one competition-capable feature — a larger stair set, hubba, or manual pad complex that could host a genuine contest format if needed. This is not just a neighborhood spot; it’s a destination. 2. Power Lines Corridor — PRIORITY A Location & Context Village Avenue Pkwy / Power Line easement corridor. SDG&E easement managed by the City as a recreation trail and off- leash dog area. Foot access only, no on-site parking (street parking available in the surrounding neighborhood). Narrow with rough terrain currently, but the corridor’s length and natural grade make it one of the most creative opportunities in the entire survey. Community has already self-organized: DIY dirt jumps, seating, and water stations are already present. Everyone on the committee was enthusiastic about this site. Observed Site Conditions

• Long corridor with natural south-to-north downhill grade — gentle and ideal for beginner skateboard progression • Existing DIY dirt jumps already established by the community — proof of concept on the ground • Dog park community has established seating and water infrastructure showing stewardship capacity • Hillside terrain on the north side creates opportunities for bank walls and elevated features • No parking on-site; neighborhood street parking available at multiple entry points Recommended Activation — Two Tracks TRACK 1 — City Investment: Pave a flat/gently-sloped beginner terrain section with a barely-banked slalom course alongside a flat push zone. Parents walking dogs on one side, kids learning to skate on the other. TRACK 2 — DIY Empowerment Model: Designate a section of the corridor for community-built features. Identify a local nonprofit or skate collective, grant a formal license-to-build agreement, and let the community construct and maintain it at zero city cost. This is the Washington Street / Burnside model, applied intentionally from day one. The Washington Street Precedent Washington Street Skatepark in San Diego was built illegally under a freeway overpass in 1999, nearly bulldozed, and ended with the San Diego City Council unanimously approving a land-use permit and agreeing to match community fundraising. 25+ years later it operates on zero city budget, maintained entirely by a nonprofit. The Power Lines community has already built umbrellas, chairs, water stations, and dirt jumps. The stewardship instinct is proven. All we need to do is formalize it. 3. Scott Valley Park — PRIORITY A Location & Context On Willowhaven Road / Livenheim Boulevard, New Encinitas. Small, flat, well-maintained neighborhood park surrounded by family homes. Basketball court (round), playground, no restrooms. High density of children and families. East of the 5 with no nearby skate infrastructure. After a thorough walk-around, this park has been elevated to Priority A — it offers a surprising number of distinct feature opportunities that together create a 360° skatable circuit without meaningfully impacting the existing park layout. Livenheim Boulevard road noise already drowns out ambient sound. Neighborhood access is excellent — kids can walk or ride from home. No meaningful noise objection from neighbors applies here. Specific Feature Opportunities Identified • Banked pyramid leading onto the basketball court, with the center tree potentially becoming a wall ride target — a unique, photogenic feature that doesn’t exist anywhere else in the city • Round basketball court: remove the three existing benches and replace with one long curved ledge running the court perimeter — a flowing, skateable seating wall that serves both skaters and spectators • Cobblestone drainage area at the back of the park: currently a V-shaped drain converging into a small dish. Rebuild in concrete as a shallow ditch drain with a curved bowl element at the base of the V — skateable in both directions and still fully functional as drainage. This is the park’s signature feature • Mellow banked wall along the sidewalk exit: add a curb at the top to make it a complete flat bank — a natural 360° closing element as you exit the park • Marble ledges, flat rails, and ride-on rails along the main perimeter path Priority Rationale After this walk-around, Scott Valley is no longer a ‘nice beginner spot’ — it’s a genuinely creative and varied circuit in a neighborhood that has zero skate infrastructure and maximum youth density. The cobblestone V-drain concept alone is distinctive enough to make this park a destination. Moving to Priority A. 4. Cottonwood Creek Park — PRIORITY A Location & Context 95 N. Vulcan Ave, Old Encinitas. High-visibility park at the intersection of Encinitas Blvd and Vulcan. Full amenities: restrooms, parking, basketball, tennis, covered picnic. Adjacent to Moonlight Beach corridor. Remains in Priority A for its

quality and existing infrastructure, but with an important strategic note: this coastal area is already reasonably well served by Encinitas Community Park, the YMCA, and Leucadia Oaks, all within a couple of miles. East-of-5 locations should advance ahead of this one in execution order. Existing Skate-Ready Infrastructure • 9-stair set already functions as a skate spot — documented footage of Archer Jewett skating it exists • 5-stair near the playground; 4-stair at the Encinitas Blvd / Vulcan corner entrance • Curved entry ledge at the front — currently rock, could be capped and made skateable • Large natural boulders at the entrance that could become natural-looking rock spots with minimal concrete work • Flat gap opportunities between upper terrace and lower areas • Staircase from the upper neighborhood dead-ending into dirt — could be repurposed into a featured entry spot Recommended Activation Concept Develop as the city’s premier street skating destination — escalating stair sets using the hillside perimeter, ledge circuit connecting upper and lower levels, rock spot integration at the entrance. This park already IS a skate spot; the committee’s job is to formalize what the terrain naturally demands. Recommended as a Phase 2 execution after east-of-5 priorities are advanced. 5. Glen Park — PRIORITY A Location & Context 2149 Orinda Dr, Cardiff. The park that directly catalyzed the creation of this committee. Large, well-maintained park with significant topographic relief — multiple levels, a drainage ditch running down the center, a long downhill run, basketball/volleyball courts. Bordered by homes on three sides along a narrow road, placing residences just a few hundred feet away. Neighbor Concerns — Acknowledged but Not Determinative Community resistance exists from surrounding neighbors who feel a skate feature would generate too much noise. This concern is noted and should be addressed respectfully in the committee process. However, it should not be treated as a veto. Skateboarding noise is modest and intermittent; the appropriate response is thoughtful feature placement (away from the nearest homes, toward the railroad track side), not elimination of the opportunity entirely. The Fallen Tree & Drainage Ditch Opportunity A significant development since the committee’s formation: a large tree recently fell at Glen Park near the drainage ditch that runs down the center of the park. This event creates a unique opening. The drainage ditch likely does not need structural repair — but the fallen tree gives the committee a legitimate reason to propose a comprehensive redesign of that ditch as a dual-use infrastructure improvement. Concept: reconstruct the drainage ditch in skate-ready concrete as a downhill snake run — fully functional as stormwater drainage while simultaneously being one of the most distinctive skate features in San Diego County. A ditch snake run is an extremely low-cost feature relative to a traditional skatepark, requires no separate footprint, serves the park’s existing drainage function, and would draw skaters from across the region. The fallen tree is not a setback — it’s the opening argument for why this project makes sense right now. Recommended Activation Concept Propose the drainage ditch snake run as a dual-use infrastructure improvement, framed around the fallen tree event. Emphasize that this is not a skatepark — it is a drainage improvement that happens to be skateable. Place all features on the west end of the park near the railroad tracks, away from residential neighbors. This framing neutralizes the noise objection and reframes the proposal as responsible park maintenance. PRIORITY B — Strong Candidates, Phase 2 Sun Vista Park — PRIORITY B Location & Context

2011 Avenida La Posta, New Encinitas. Large open park — playground, dog area, sun shade sails, adjacent middle school. East of the 5 with no nearby skate access. High youth traffic. The park also has a road-visible annex area and an interesting canyon bridge structure. Recommended Activation Concept (1) Immediate: ledge circuit using the existing upper curved ledge and perimeter paths. (2) Signature: convert the canyon bridge stair approach into a bank run — speed in, bank-to-bank pop over the bridge, landing out. A legitimate filming spot. The road-side annex could host a sculptural art piece that is also skateable. Viewpoint Park — PRIORITY B Location & Context 56 E. D St, Old Encinitas. Small elevated park with sweeping ocean views, fenced playground, open 24 hours. Raised octagonal concrete planter platform currently used as a hangout/drinking spot — beer cans and cigarette butts observed. Recommended Activation Concept Install a mini ramp on the raised platform where the concrete planter bench sits. Ocean-facing mini ramp = instantly iconic destination. Social media content from this location would market the City of Encinitas to the global skate community at zero additional cost. Highest impact-per-dollar concept in the entire assessment. Supplementary: perimeter ledge circuit on the lower level. Orpheus Park — PRIORITY B Location & Context 482 Orpheus Ave, Leucadia. Hillside park with ocean views, playground, directly adjacent to Paul Ecke Central Elementary School — making this a high-impact youth activation site. No restrooms. Recommended Activation Concept Cascading stair set circuit running down the left hillside — small beginner features at the top escalating to larger ones as the terrain descends toward the natural border with the school. Potential to connect all the way to the lower parking lot. Upper flat area near playground: small perimeter ledge circuit. Two distinct zones serving beginners and more experienced riders. Worth exploring school district partnership for any features touching adjacent property. PRIORITY C — Worthwhile, Phase 3 Las Verdes Park — PRIORITY C 1390 Paseo De Las Verdes, Leucadia. Small neighborhood park at a trail convergence point. Playground, no restrooms, gentle downhill grade. Concept: small ledge/flatbar path along the grade with a quarter pipe or small bank at the bottom. Trail convergence makes this a natural stopping point. Hawk View Park — PRIORITY C 1309 Blue Heron Ave, North Leucadia. Nice park, lower population density. Lower priority relative to east-of-5 locations. The adjacent city-owned hillside trail system has longer-term potential as a mountain bike network — worth flagging as a future open space activation. If ‘spot at every park’ approach is adopted, a drainage ditch feature at the base of the hill would be practical and creative. LOWER PRIORITY Wiro Park — LOWER PRIORITY

2232 El Camino Del Norte, Olivenhain. Small, quiet park in an older, lower-density community. Limited hardscape. If ‘spot at every park’ approach is adopted, a small ornamental concrete feature with skateable transitions could work here aesthetically. Leo Mullen Sports Park — LOWER PRIORITY 951 Via Cantebria, New Encinitas. Active sports park with fields and courts — limited space without displacing other uses. The city-owned overgrown buffer strip between Leo Mullen and the road may be worth investigating. Flag for follow-up. SECTION 4 — KEY CONCEPTS FOR COMMITTEE DISCUSSION 1. East of the 5 First The coastal corridor (west of the 5) is already reasonably served by Encinitas Community Park, the YMCA, and Leucadia Oaks. The committee’s highest-priority activations — Oakcrest, Scott Valley, Power Lines — are all east of the 5, where skate infrastructure is absent, youth density is high, and noise concerns are minimal. This is where the investment will have the greatest impact. 2. Every Park With a Playground Should Have a Skate Feature Destination skateparks serve a narrow demographic willing to travel. Neighborhood-scale skate features serve everyone — where kids live, where parents already go. The goal is distributed access, not concentration. 3. The DIY Empowerment Model Washington Street Skatepark (San Diego, 1999): illegal build, nearly bulldozed, unanimously approved by City Council, now operates on zero city budget run by a nonprofit after 25+ years. Encinitas can replicate this intentionally — designate a site (Power Lines), grant a community license, step back. The Power Lines community has already built umbrellas, chairs, water stations, and dirt jumps. The stewardship instinct is proven. All we need to do is formalize it. 4. The Dual-Use Infrastructure Argument The Glen Park drainage ditch snake run and the Scott Valley cobblestone V-drain bowl are both examples of a powerful framing strategy: skate features that are simultaneously functional infrastructure improvements. These are not skateparks — they are drainage solutions that happen to be skateable. This framing disarms the ‘skatepark opposition’ response and recasts the committee’s work as responsible park maintenance. 5. Complement Don’t Duplicate — Theme Each Park Oakcrest = stair progression + competition capability; Power Lines = beginner / DIY; Scott Valley = creative 360° neighborhood circuit; Cottonwood = street destination; Glen Park = transition/ditch; Viewpoint = iconic mini ramp; Orpheus = school-adjacent youth circuit. A skater moving through the city has a reason to visit each park for something different. This builds a network, not a collection of identical spots. 6. Noise Is Not a Veto Glen Park’s neighbor opposition should be acknowledged and addressed through thoughtful feature placement — not used to kill the opportunity. Skateboarding noise is modest and intermittent. Placing features on the railroad track side of the park, away from residential borders, directly addresses the concern. The dual-use drainage framing further neutralizes it. SECTION 5 — SITE CONDITIONS REFERENCE (Subcommittee Report) The following site conditions data was compiled by the Site Conditions subcommittee and is incorporated here for reference. This information covers six sites evaluated for basic access, facilities, layout, and existing activities. Cottonwood Creek Park Bordered by homes to the north; easy access directly off Encinitas Boulevard.

Neighborhood Houses border the park on the north side only. Access Easy turn off Encinitas Boulevard. Parking Yes — ample parking available. Facilities Restroom on-site; no lighting (park closes at dusk). Size & Layout Rectangular but large. Entrance stairs at the northeast corner, with a wide path along the southern border running parallel to Encinitas Boulevard. Activities Playground, benches, picnic tables, pickleball, and basketball. Oakcrest Park A secluded, large rambling park bordered by a school and senior center. Neighborhood Minimal residential presence; secluded, with a school to the west, a senior center to the east, and Encinitas Boulevard to the north. Access Off Balour Drive, one block from Encinitas Boulevard. Parking Yes — ample parking available. Adjacent Community Center parking also available. Facilities Restroom on-site; no lighting. Size & Layout Large and rambling, with a wide, drivable road on the north end leading to the parking lot. Activities Playground, hiking trails, horseshoes, benches, and picnic tables. Glen Park A well-planned park with activities and parking set apart from surrounding homes. Neighborhood Houses border the park on three sides along a very narrow road, placing homes just a few hundred feet away; noise and activity levels are a factor. Access Easy access from San Elijo, one block from Chesterfield. Parking Yes — ample parking available. Facilities Restroom on-site; no lighting. Size & Layout Nicely sized and well planned. All activities and parking are located at the west end of the park, next to the railroad tracks and away from private homes. Activities Playground, benches, picnic tables, horseshoes, basketball, and tennis. Recent Event Large tree recently fell near the center drainage ditch — creating an opportunity to propose a dual- use drainage/skate feature redesign of the ditch. Village Avenue Pkwy / Power Lines Corridor An informal, foot-access-only corridor along the power line easement, used as a dog park. Neighborhood Homes on both sides. Access By foot only; neighborhood street parking at multiple entry points. Parking None on-site; street parking available. Facilities None official; community has installed seating and water stations. Size & Layout Narrow with rough terrain, but long corridor with natural downhill grade south to north. Community-built dirt jumps already present.

Activities Dog park; informal dirt jump area. La Costa Avenue Open Space An open, undeveloped area with foot access and hiking trails. Neighborhood Open surroundings. Access By foot only. Parking None. Facilities None. Size & Layout Large. Activities Hiking trails. Quail Gardens Open Space (location to be confirmed) An open, undeveloped area with foot access and hiking trails. Neighborhood Open surroundings. Access By foot only. Parking None. Facilities None. Size & Layout Large. Activities Hiking trails. Prepared by Jeff Jewett • City of Encinitas Skate Feature Committee • September 2026 • Working document — for internal committee use

Pro Level Sub-Committee October Discussion Items Olympic Bowl • Vert Ramp • Potential Locations OCTOBER 2026

OPTION 1 • PRO BOWL Olympic Skateboarding Bowl Pro Level Sub-Committee • October Discussion Items 2 Reference: Paris 2024 Olympic skateboard park bowl DESIGN & BUILD $1.7M – $2.5M Estimated total cost FOOTPRINT 12,000 sq ft Bowl area Potential Pro Bowl Locations in Encinitas 1 Powerlines Park 2 Poods – ECP 3 Oak Crest Park

OPTION 2 • BUILD VS. LEASE Vert Ramp (Vert Halfpipe) Pro Level Sub-Committee • October Discussion Items 3 Example: vert ramp set up for a competition event Applies to both options RAMP FOOTPRINT 60 × 52 ft (~3,120 sq ft) PLUS Viewing area / bleachers ONGOING Weekly maintenance OPTION A Build $300K Build cost OPTION B Lease from Exposure Skate ~$50K Per year, ongoing Transport $30K / yr Weekly maintenance ~$20K / yr + Potential multi-year lease term

OPTION 2 • SITING Potential Vert Ramp Locations Pro Level Sub-Committee • October Discussion Items 4 1 Poods – ECP 2 Powerlines Park 3 Oak Crest Park 4 Cottonwood Creek 5 Moonlight