Sun City residents rally to save historic Lakeview Bowling Club from redevelopment plans

November 11, 2024 | Sun City, Maricopa County, Arizona


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Sun City residents rally to save historic Lakeview Bowling Club from redevelopment plans
The RCSC Board of Directors held a special session on November 11, 2024, in Sun City, Arizona, focusing on community concerns regarding the future of local recreational facilities, particularly lawn bowling greens. The meeting began with procedural introductions before transitioning to public comments.

John Duvall, a member of the lawn bowling community and webmaster for bullsaz.com, addressed the board, emphasizing the historical significance of lawn bowling in Sun City. He noted that the sport was introduced by Walt Disney, who encouraged Del Webb to include it as one of the original activities for the community. Duvall highlighted the sport's popularity among retirees due to its low physical demands and lack of injury risk, making it accessible for older residents.

Duvall expressed concern over plans that could lead to the loss of the Mountain View Club and Lakeview Bowling Club due to the proposed construction of a new building that would obstruct views and disrupt the existing greens. He reported a significant increase in membership at the Lakeview Club over the past three years and mentioned the successful hosting of the United States Open Championships, which attracted international participants and boosted local tourism.

He urged the board to reconsider the proposal, advocating for the preservation of the scenic bowling greens and the natural beauty of the area. Duvall suggested that alternative sites for the proposed building could be identified, which would not compromise the long-standing tradition of lawn bowling in Sun City.

The meeting continued with additional public comments, including contributions from Ruth McKay and others, as community members voiced their opinions on the future of recreational facilities in Sun City. The board is expected to take these concerns into account as they move forward with their planning and decision-making processes.

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