The city suddenly shuttered the local skate park, leaving everyone in the dark about the site's future. If you use the park or have kids who do, you'll want to show up at the next council meeting to demand answers.
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Closing the park could lead to a drop in local business traffic and potential future costs if the city decides to renovate or repurpose the land.
It's unclear who benefits, though the city might be saving on immediate maintenance costs by locking the gates.
Local skaters and families who rely on the park for free recreation are losing their primary hangout spot.
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