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Pickleball facility deferred in budget; public urges lighting and surfacing upgrades for existing courts

Hutchinson City Council · October 8, 2025
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City staff said the planned pickleball courts were deferred to prioritize water and wastewater life‑safety projects, but public speakers urged upgrades to lighting and surfacing at existing courts so evening play is possible. Staff said it will review lighting options and consult with USD 308 about possible use of school courts.

City staff told the council Oct. 7 that a proposed new pickleball complex was included in a deferred list during the budget process to preserve funds for higher‑priority life‑safety water and wastewater projects. City Manager Enrico Villegas said the project was put into a deferred bucket to keep the overall budget and potential…

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