Summary
The city's plan for 24 pickleball courts — 18 under a pavilion — cleared its variances and site plan despite a 28.5-foot elevation change on the site. A longtime neighbor argued pickleball is a fad and the roughly $5 million project should instead convert underused tennis courts; the commission said the Board of Aldermen's November bid award is the real decision point.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 12, 2026.
Impact analysis
A neighbor put the cost at roughly $5 million or more; bids are due October 29.
Pickleball players and tournament visitors gain dedicated courts; the playground is relocated with new equipment.
A nearby resident opposes losing the park's last open green space and questions the long-term demand for the sport.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Planning Commission - Oct 12, 2026
The city's plan for 24 pickleball courts — 18 under a pavilion — cleared its variances and site plan despite a 28.5-foot elevation change on the site. A longtime neighbor argued pickleball is a fad and the roughly $5 million project should instead convert underused tennis courts; the commission said the Board of Aldermen's November bid award is the real decision point.
Board of Aldermen - Aug 3, 2026
During budget talks the board voted to advertise for bids for pickleball, moving ahead on new courts for the community.
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