"I come to the project team with a skater's perspective," said Mr Stokes.
"I've been given the opportunity via the project team to work with them on getting a better facility for our skating community.
"The project team covers all areas. I'm here for the skaters but within the team there is an all users approach, with a street section, bike section, and skate section. While we have different sections of focus we're all here working together to get the best facility for our whole community."
Mr Stokes said improved facilities would bring skate park users together.
He believed it would also lead to more users in all age groups, a more lively skate community, and would be great for the local economy.
"It'll bring other skaters and riders to town to try the park as well as interest more locals and inspire them to try it out or just watch. It will make Rotorua an all-round better city and be used year round by kids and adults."
The project comes under the umbrella of the council's sport and recreation portfolio which is led by councillor Charles Sturt.
"The proposal is still in its infancy and we still need to go out to the wider community, but I'm excited by the potential to provide our young people with a really great facility, which is needed," said Mr Sturt.
"This has come about from young people fronting to council and we've listened."
The Rotorua Daily Post questioned people using the skate park today about what they thought of the plans.
Nichola Andersen, whose son Logan, 10, "lives at the park" said she was all for the upgrade.
"I think it's a brilliant idea, it's definitely in need of an upgrade."
Logan said there were holes in some of the ramps and concrete sticking out in areas.
"It would be good for those to be fixed. I'd also like to see some different ledges and ramps to do tricks on."
Ms Andersen said she would like to see the area become more family oriented, with seating and picnic areas.
"I also like the idea of the little kid area, because the younger ones are not as aware that they need to get out of the way and that's how accidents happen.
"I think the skate park is in a good location and during the day it's safe and all the kids look out for each other, but it definitely needs work done."
Professional BMX rider Brian Anzellotti said he would like to see the area upgraded, but wanted to see it done properly.
"It should be made out of wood, not concrete, and utilise what is already here. The concrete structures can be used as bases, it doesn't need to cost millions to build a park that everyone can enjoy.
"Before this goes ahead, advice should be sought from professional riders - I've seen plenty of skate parks that don't get used because the designs are wrong and they're too dangerous to ride.
"This is the best area for it, there's so much potential, but council needs to make sure they get it right."
The estimated $2.1 million cost of the concept design does not include art features, car parking and access or other associated facilities.
There is also the possibility of including a number of features catering for other wheeled activities in a wider development.
missions to the 2015-25 long-term plan. Submitters identified safety and design issues with the current skate park at Sheaf Park and the need for a facility that would attract out of town users and could be used for events.
