Logan Square Skaters Rally to Revitalize Community Skate Park

By Socialhood News · Il/Chicago/Logan Square · November 12, 2025

Logan Square skateboarders are proving the power of community action as they work to transform a worn-down local skate park. The grassroots effort, which has been years in the making, aims to revamp the dilapidated skate park under the Kennedy Expressway, bringing new life to a beloved community space that has served local skaters for years. Despite encountering setbacks with state guidelines that required starting from scratch, the dedicated group continues to collaborate with the Chicago Park District on the project.

Skate park advocates are pushing for greater transparency in the planning process, demonstrating their commitment to creating a facility that truly serves the skateboarding community's needs. The revitalization effort has received a boost from former 35th Ward alderperson Carlos Ramirez-Rosa, now serving as Park District CEO, giving advocates renewed hope for the project's success. Neighborhood residents interested in supporting the initiative can follow updates through the Logan Square Skate Park Committee's social media channels or attend one of their upcoming community input sessions to help shape the future of this important recreational space.

Sources:
1. https://blockclubchicago.org/2025/11/04/logan-square-skaters-raised-800000-to-revamp-park-but-state-guidelines-have-them-starting-from-scratch/