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Emerson Park courts resurfaced; four new pickleball courts added and community lending proposed
Summary
Parks Board members said Emerson Park was resurfaced and re-striped to add four pickleball courts (reducing tennis to one court), and the Parks Foundation is discussing making paddles and balls available for public checkout through the library.
Ocean Shores Parks Board members reported on July 9 that Emerson Park’s courts were resurfaced and re-striped to add four pickleball courts while retaining a single dedicated tennis court.
A board speaker said the resurfacing contractor advised against painting both tennis and multiple pickleball court lines on a single court because the result would be confusing, so the board chose one tennis court and four pickleball courts. Board members said early user feedback has been positive.
Why it matters: Community members and board members told the meeting that pickleball play is already underway and well received. The board discussed a proposal for the Parks Foundation to work with the public library to create an equipment-lending program so beginners can check out paddles and balls.
Action status and next steps: The courts are complete and nets are installed. The board said it will ask the Parks Foundation to follow up with the library and with Public Works about storage and equipment checkout logistics. Board members also noted council-approved items for Emerson — a water fountain and benches — are awaiting mayoral approval for final procurement and installation.
Ending: Board members encouraged residents to try the new courts and said they will work with the Parks Foundation and library to explore an equipment-lending program.
