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Council refers pickleball-court plan to Parks and Recreation Board, bars interim spending

Leawood City Council · October 30, 2025
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Summary

Parks Director Chris Claxton presented usage data for shared tennis/pickleball courts; after discussion the council unanimously referred a proposal for dedicated pickleball courts to the Parks and Recreation Board and directed that no design or construction funds be spent until the board reports back.

Parks, Recreation and Arts Director Chris Claxton presented observational data collected between Sept. 10 and Sept. 30 showing peak pickleball use in early evening and a secondary morning peak. Staff captured court images every 15 minutes and estimated that 6–7 pickleball courts were typically in use during peak evening hours, while three tennis courts were used most evenings.

Claudia Claxton (staff) explained options:…

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