The council confirmed that the mini ramp will remain exactly where it is. I am incredibly relieved that this space is safe because I know how much it means to the skaters who spend their afternoons here. Please keep enjoying the ramp and let us keep looking out for this …
April 11, 2018
Final supporters
To Sydney City Council and Leichhardt Council,
I want the glebe mini ramp in Jubilee park to stay, and do not want any council to pay hard-earned taxpayer dollars to get rid of such a quality facility. It is, almost certainly, the best designed and constructed metal mini ramp in the entire City of Sydney area.
I am someone who either uses it (when I am in the area), or enjoys watching skateboarding there, or support the skateboarding community to have such a quality facility available.
If it was desired for Glebe mini ramp to be moved (but not removed!), then the following could be suitable possibilities:
- it should be incorporated in or around design of “The Crescent Skate Space” (link : http://www.sydneyyoursay.com.au/the-crescent-skate... )
- It is important that it remains surrounded by grass or similar soft material as a basic safety consideration
If expenditure was made to move it, some ideas which would make it even better include:
- It would be great if it was widened (eg, to two or three times the width)
- It would be great if it was near amenities (eg, bubbler), was under flood lights (for evening usage), and/or under shelter (so usable during rain)
Thanks so much for your consideration,
The community!
Updates
Reached 500 supporters
February 21, 2018
February 15, 2018
I have been spending my time lately reaching out to local council members to ensure they know how much this ramp means to all of us. The feedback I am receiving proves that this space is far more than just metal on concrete for our community.
February 14, 2018
Seeing this level of support reminds me why I spent so many afternoons at the ramp watching my friends perfect their lines. We have built enough momentum now that the council can no longer pretend this space is just a patch of asphalt.
Reached 100 supporters
February 14, 2018
February 13, 2018
I spent so many hours at that ramp growing up and seeing the progress is keeping my hopes high. Let us push together to hit our first milestone before the council meeting. Please post this link to your social media accounts right now.
247 Comments
I'm 46 & have been riding this ramp since it was the bizarre W with the hump in the middle. I travel all the way from Bondi to skate it as it's my favourite ramp in Sydney. Giving it some love would be great or even moving it but please don't destroy it
This mini ramp is a valued piece of equipment that boosts our sense of community by giving our young people a space to socialise, feel free, and feel safe. By contributing extra lights and/or shelter, you would be giving support towards keeping our young people safe and entertained.
This will be such a shame to lose. It’s used by many on a daily basis. It’s creating a community of locals and it is a friendly space for the youth to spend their time. I also agree that it is the best constructed mini in all of the sydney CBD.
Since moving to Annandale this ramp has brought me back to life, i've made life long friends here. I'm fitter, healthier and happier because of it. Please leave it be, fix it up and keep it for future generations.
This is my local ramp, and while I love the plans for the new "skate space", there is something really special about a metal mini ramp - not least the safety that it just that bit softer than a concrete construction.
best ramp in sydney , please keep it
There aren't enough of these in Sydney to begin with! Please don't take this away!!
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The council confirmed that the mini ramp will remain exactly where it is. I am incredibly relieved that this space is safe because I know how much it means to the skaters who spend their afternoons here. Please keep enjoying the ramp and let us keep looking out for this …
April 11, 2018
Final supporters
To Sydney City Council and Leichhardt Council,
I want the glebe mini ramp in Jubilee park to stay, and do not want any council to pay hard-earned taxpayer dollars to get rid of such a quality facility. It is, almost certainly, the best designed and constructed metal mini ramp in the entire City of Sydney area.
I am someone who either uses it (when I am in the area), or enjoys watching skateboarding there, or support the skateboarding community to have such a quality facility available.
If it was desired for Glebe mini ramp to be moved (but not removed!), then the following could be suitable possibilities:
- it should be incorporated in or around design of “The Crescent Skate Space” (link : http://www.sydneyyoursay.com.au/the-crescent-skate... )
- It is important that it remains surrounded by grass or similar soft material as a basic safety consideration
If expenditure was made to move it, some ideas which would make it even better include:
- It would be great if it was widened (eg, to two or three times the width)
- It would be great if it was near amenities (eg, bubbler), was under flood lights (for evening usage), and/or under shelter (so usable during rain)
Thanks so much for your consideration,
The community!
Updates
Reached 500 supporters
February 21, 2018
February 15, 2018
I have been spending my time lately reaching out to local council members to ensure they know how much this ramp means to all of us. The feedback I am receiving proves that this space is far more than just metal on concrete for our community.
February 14, 2018
Seeing this level of support reminds me why I spent so many afternoons at the ramp watching my friends perfect their lines. We have built enough momentum now that the council can no longer pretend this space is just a patch of asphalt.
Reached 100 supporters
February 14, 2018
February 13, 2018
I spent so many hours at that ramp growing up and seeing the progress is keeping my hopes high. Let us push together to hit our first milestone before the council meeting. Please post this link to your social media accounts right now.
247 Comments
I learned to skate on this ramp back when it had a hump in it. I skated this thing on days so hot the surface was basically lava. I would love for other skaters to be afforded the same joy and second degree burns. Keep the mini!
I'm 46 & have been riding this ramp since it was the bizarre W with the hump in the middle. I travel all the way from Bondi to skate it as it's my favourite ramp in Sydney. Giving it some love would be great or even moving it but please don't destroy it
This mini ramp is a valued piece of equipment that boosts our sense of community by giving our young people a space to socialise, feel free, and feel safe. By contributing extra lights and/or shelter, you would be giving support towards keeping our young people safe and entertained.
This will be such a shame to lose. It’s used by many on a daily basis. It’s creating a community of locals and it is a friendly space for the youth to spend their time. I also agree that it is the best constructed mini in all of the sydney CBD.
Since moving to Annandale this ramp has brought me back to life, i've made life long friends here. I'm fitter, healthier and happier because of it. Please leave it be, fix it up and keep it for future generations.
This is my local ramp, and while I love the plans for the new "skate space", there is something really special about a metal mini ramp - not least the safety that it just that bit softer than a concrete construction.
best ramp in sydney , please keep it
There aren't enough of these in Sydney to begin with! Please don't take this away!!
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I learned to skate on this ramp back when it had a hump in it. I skated this thing on days so hot the surface was basically lava. I would love for other skaters to be afforded the same joy and second degree burns. Keep the mini!