City Council approves $4.1M skate park construction and discusses naming rights

The Malibu City Council made significant strides towards the construction of a permanent skate park during their regular meeting on March 10, 2025. The council approved a motion to award the construction contract to CS Legacy Construction, with a bid of $4.1 million. However, this decision revealed a funding shortfall of approximately $2.9 million, prompting the council to seek additional financial support.

City staff had previously presented this funding request to the Finance Committee, which recommended approval. The council is now poised to finalize the additional appropriation, allowing work on the skate park to commence soon.

In addition to the construction approval, the council discussed the potential for naming rights for the new facility. Staff is seeking direction on whether the skate park should be eligible for naming rights and what minimum contribution would be required from potential donors. This discussion raised questions about the appropriateness of negotiating naming rights in public sessions, with the city attorney clarifying that such negotiations do not fall under the closed session exemptions typically reserved for real property transactions.

As the council prepares to move forward with both the construction and naming rights discussions, community members are encouraged to participate in the public comment period to voice their opinions and suggestions. The skate park project is expected to enhance recreational opportunities for Malibu's youth and families, marking a significant investment in the city's future.