Article provides an overview of efforts to build skate parks in Aptos and San Lorenzo Valley. The Rio del Mar Improvement Association is leading efforts in Aptos, and the San Lorenzo Valley effort is led by local residents including Debbie Eddington. The County Parks Commission discussed both plans at their meeting but did not take action on them. Topics covered in the article include: history of the efforts and setbacks, new locations being proposed, concerns from local residents opposed to skate park projects, and growing demand for skate parks.