Dream of skateboard park finally becoming a reality for youth in Ryley

After eight long years, the dream of a skateboard park for Ryley youth to enjoy is finally becoming a reality.

An official ground breaking ceremony took place on the site of the future skateboarding facility adjacent to the concession area on the Ryley Sports Grounds.

Mayor Cyndy Heslin took shovel in hand and officially got the project underway, crediting the work of local youth for finally achieving this goal.

“It took eight years of fundraising in Ryley by the youth,” she said. “They have worked hard and put money away.” Over the years they fundraised with events like band concerts, and plant and cookie dough sales to raise $13,000.

Patricia Harcourt
Editor

For more see the May 1/12 issue of the Tofield Mercury