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Naomi Drenan Recreation Center and Grayson Skatepark

Naomi Drenan Recreation Center and Grayson Skatepark

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is renovating and improving Naomi Drenan Recreation Center as well as completing improvements to Grayson Park and the existing Grayson Skatepark. Naomi Drenan Recreation Center is located at 750 Beal Street, Charlotte, NC 28211 and is an existing 13,265 square foot recreation center. The Center has a gymnasium, multipurpose rooms, and kitchen. Renovations may include improvements to the building systems (HVAC, Electrical, Security, etc.), main entry lobby, restrooms/lockers, new multi-purpose room and offices.    
Outside you can also find the Grayson Skatepark, basketball court, tennis courts, playground, and baseball/multipurpose field. Grayson Skatepark is one of two current skatepark facilities within the Mecklenburg County park system. 

See below for the current proposed skatepark improvement plans for Grayson Skatepark. Substantial Construction Completion punch list items for the recreation center are underway with an anticipated opening April 2026. Grayson Skatepark will open with the recreation center. 

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Learn more about existing Park and Recreation locations and amenities: https://gis.mecklenburgcountync.gov/MecklenburgCountyParkExplorer/

 

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Any additional comments or questions on the skatepark design?

Existing Naomi Drenan Recreation Center:

Proposed Grayson Skatepark Improvements:

Our goal was to give the Grayson Skatepark a much needed facelift. The design focuses on the entry way into the park by reprogramming the unused space that currently exists. This includes a skateable archway and a series of bank ramps, which are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. In addition, we propose enhancements to the lower section that includes modern street elements and new flatwork. 

 

Project Timeline

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Schematic Design/Design Developmentent

Spring 2023-Summer 2023

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complete

Construction Documents

Summer 2023-Fall 2023

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complete

Permitting/Bidding

January 2024-March 2024

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complete

Construction

2024

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Additional questions? Contact:

James Williams, Planner

James.Williams@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704-534-8258