FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 10, 2025
Contact:
Jake Ettinger – Council Member Chad West’s Office
Oak Cliff Skatepark Hits Phase One Fundraising Goal as Design Moves Forward
The Oak Cliff Skatepark achieved a major milestone on its path to become the city’s first skatepark south of the Trinity River. Council Member Chad West and skatepark supporters have concluded their $400,000 private fundraise initiative, which unlocks $400,000 in matching public dollars. Combined with $1 million in 2024 bond funds, this $1.8 million will cover design and construction of the skatepark. Design work is already underway and expected to be completed by April 2026. Construction should kick off in fall 2026 and be completed by spring 2027, barring any setbacks.
While the skatepark construction moves forward, CM West is officially launching the fundraising efforts for two additional phases. Phase 2 is a $200,000 private fundraise to design and build a shade structure over the skatepark while Phase 3 is a $1 million fundraise to design and construct a small community amenity center and restrooms.
“I am so grateful to the many donors who have made this milestone possible,” said Council Member Chad West. “Thanks to their generosity, we will deliver a new skate park for the southern sector and bring long-overdue investment to West Oak Cliff. Coupled with the adjacent tiny forest planted earlier this year, this project will be a catalyst for Westmoreland Park and enhance residents’ quality of life.”
District 1 Park Board Member JR Huerta emphasized the project’s community impact. “This is a needed investment in the West Oak Cliff community and a huge step forward in improving park access for our residents,” Huerta said. “Providing a quality, accessible public space like this enriches the lives of our families and will serve as a gathering place for years to come.”
Clinton Haley, founder of Skateparks for Dallas, noted the importance of the project to the city’s skate community. “We’re really excited to see the Oak Cliff Skatepark plans continue to progress,” Haley said. “This will be the first public skatepark in southern Dallas. It will not only provide a fun outlet for exercise but also create a positive, active space for local families and kids to connect.”
District 1 resident Ryan Schorman shared his personal excitement. “As a resident of Oak Cliff, I’m thrilled to finally have a skatepark close to home,” Schorman said. “For the last 25 years, I’ve been driving 30 minutes or more to reach one. Now, people from all parts of DFW will come to skate here and see how great Oak Cliff is.”
If you are interested in supporting Phase 2 or 3 of this project, you can learn more and donate here - https://skateparksfordallas.org/oak-cliff-skatepark.