The Monmouth Independence Skatepark Grand Opening on 7/22/23 included comments by local leaders and a ribbon cutting. It also included a Resource Fair for youth. Punx with a Purpose hosted the entertainment at the event which included a live DJ, a free clothing closet, free lunch, and resource tables. Ten organizations who serve youth, young adults and families in Polk County hosted resource tables:
- Abby’s House
- Backbone, Youth Action Board
- Chruch @ the Park
- Family & Community Outreach
- HOME Youth Services
- Northwest Human Services
- Oregon Health Authority (OHA)
- Oregon Childhood Development Coalition (OCDC)
- YMCA (Monmouth-Independence Family YMCA)- Youth Era
Read about the ribbon cutting here
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