To: Public Amenities Commission
From: Public Works Department
TITLE:
DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING PROPOSED PICKLEBALL COURTS AT AVIATION PARK
SUMMARY:
Pickleball is a popular recreational activity among residents and the City has received requests to provide additional courts. During the March 31, 2026 strategic planning session, the City Council added the development of new pickleball courts at Aviation Park as an action item. At Aviation Park, there is a vacant lot next to the gymnasium that provides an opportunity to contribute towards satisfying the demand for pickleball courts. The design process for eight (8) dedicated pickleball courts at Aviation Park has been initiated by staff following strong support by City Council. A conceptual layout has been completed and a design-build Request for Proposal (RFP) is being prepared. Staff is seeking input from the public and the Public Amenities Commission on the conceptual layout before proceeding with issuance of the RFP that will define the scope of work for the design-build contractor.
BACKGROUND:
The City currently has pickleball courts located at Alta Vista Park, Perry Park, Franklin Park, Anderson Park, and Dale Page Park. At Alta Vista Park, four (4) pickleball courts are established in a space that was previously designated as one (1) tennis court. At Perry Park, Franklin Park, and Anderson Park, there are dual usage courts that contain striping for pickleball within existing basketball/volleyball courts. At Dale Page Park, there is an area adjacent to the basketball court that includes markings for one (1) pickleball court. Alta Vista Park is the only location that provides pickleball nets and dedicated court space for pickleball that is available for reservations and drop-in play.
The City has fielded requests from residents for more dedicated spaces for pickleball. An empty field at Aviation Park was targeted as a prospective location to construct pickleball courts. The field is b...
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