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Pickleball players and youth sports advocates press Miami Lakes council to prioritize Optimist Park upgrades
Summary
Dozens of residents urged the council during public comment to restore park funds and to add dedicated pickleball courts at Optimist Park. Speakers argued the sport draws visitors and local business revenue; veterans and seniors also testified about the park’s value.
Dozens of Miami Lakes residents turned out at the council meeting to press for upgrades at Miami Lakes Optimist Park, telling the Town Council that the park needs immediate repairs and dedicated facilities — particularly dedicated pickleball courts — to meet rapidly growing demand.
Speakers included parents, longtime park volunteers, senior softball organizers and a USA Pickleball ambassador. Several described long wait times at existing pickleball surfaces, cross‑municipal players who travel to Miami Lakes because of reliable lighting, and the sport’s role in drawing visitors to local restaurants and small businesses.
Why it matters: Supporters said…
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