The total project cost was $141,400 which was funded by the Quality Neighborhoods Improvement Program (QNIP) and the Building Better Communities Bond (GOB). 

"We strive to provide recreational facilities and programs that cater to the interests of our constituents," said Jack Kardys, Director of Miami-Dade Park and Recreation Department.  "The addition of the skate court last year brought in many youth from the neighboring communities that previously had no place to practice their sport.  With the addition of lights, these skaters will now be able to practice into the evening hours," he added.

About Miami-Dade Park and Recreation:
The third largest county park system in the United States, consisting of 263 parks and more than 12,848 acres of land, Miami-Dade Parks is one of the most unique park and recreation systems in the world.  Made up of more than just playgrounds and athletic fields, it also comprises after-school, sports-development, and summer-camp programs; programs for seniors and people with disabilities; educational nature centers and nature preserves; environmental restoration efforts; arts and culture programs and events; the renowned Miami MetroZoo and the Deering Estate at Cutler; the Crandon Tennis Center, home of the Sony Ericsson Open-the USTA's fifth largest tennis tournament; golf courses; beaches; marinas; campgrounds; pools; and more.