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Pickleball players urge county to fund permanent courts; speakers say courts provide community and economic benefits
Summary
More than a dozen residents urged the commission to fund permanent pickleball courts, arguing the sport supports community health, intergenerational connections and visitor demand; speakers asked the county to prioritize courts in the upcoming budget.
Multiple local residents and a group representing more than 80 interested players addressed the commission during the citizens to be heard period on June 17 to request that the county keep dedicated pickleball courts on the budget. Speakers said the recreation serves broad age ranges, supports mental and physical health, and can generate tourism through tournaments.
Mike Tolaneli, who said he represents the local pickleball…
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