Monday night the Norfolk City Council voted to approve Ordinance No. 5694 amending Section 18-17 of the City Code to amend the rules and regulations for the operation and utilization of Norfolk Skate Park. The major takeaways from the ordinance are provided below.

·       Only skateboards, in-line skates and BMX bikes (pegs not allowed) are permitted to use the facility.

·       Helmets and other protective gear are highly recommended.

·       No food, drink, gum, tobacco, or pets allowed in the skate park.

·       No glass containers, graffiti, stickers or tagging of any kind.

·       Be courteous and respectful to others – no profanity or loud music.

·       Reckless, dangerous or overly-aggressive participants may be required to leave the facility.

·       Spectators are to remain outside the skating area.

·       Please help keep the facility clean – use available trash containers.

·       Children age 9 and under must be supervised by a parent or individual at least 16 years old.

The park is open from 7:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. and is an unsupervised facility. Occupants are permitted to use at their own risk and should adhere to the rules at all times. Any noncompliance is a violation subject to a fine, in addition to other penalties. The full ordinance can be found on the city website: https://norfolkne.gov/citycode/sections/Chapter%2018/Chapter%2018%20Section%2017.htm 

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 Contact: Pat Mrsny, Parks and Recreation Director

1010 S. 8th Street, Norfolk, NE 68701

402-844-2180 or pmrsny@norfolkne.gov