Article reports on a recent public meeting of the Santa Cruz County Parks and Recreation Commission where the possible construction of a skateboard park in San Lorenzo Valley was discussed. A proponent of the project (Debbie Eddington) is cited describing the need for skate park, the possible location of a skate park in Highlands Park in Ben Lomond, and potential funding streams. Local residents' concerns about the skateboard park, particularly in Highlands Park, are summarized. The article provides a brief overview of the major steps in approving such a project.