I am creating this petition regarding the recent change in the light shutoff time at the Emerson Skatepark in Grand Junction. This issue is particularly important to me, someone who works long hours and is only able to skate in the evenings after work. During the summer, the lights at the skatepark used to stay on until 10pm, allowing myself and many other community members ample time to enjoy the park after a long workday. However, with the recent shift to an earlier shutoff schedule, many of us are unable to go and enjoy the park like we once did.

I urge the Grand Junction Parks and Recreation to listen to the voices of the community and consider reverting the light shutoff time to 10pm during winter months as it has been deemed successful and beneficial in the other skateparks around the US. Let’s maintain the community’s opportunity to enjoy healthful recreation.

Please join me in signing this petition to extend the operating hours of the Emerson Skatepark lights to support our community’s right to recreational spaces at convenient hours for all. Your signature will help make a real difference in keeping our community healthy, and engaged.