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Players urge Pueblo County to preserve daytime, low-cost pickleball access as staff pilots registration series
Summary
Residents and regular players told the Pueblo County Board of County Commissioners that a proposed 8‑week, $60 round‑robin program at St. Charles Mesa Recreation Center would limit access for seniors and infrequent players; Parks & Recreation said no drop‑in fee is currently in place and offered to host a community meeting.
Dozens of residents asked Pueblo County commissioners on Sept. 9 to reconsider proposed scheduling changes and potential fees for indoor pickleball at the St. Charles Mesa Recreation Center, saying the changes would disproportionately affect older players and others who rely on daytime open play.
“My name is Monte Jack, and I would like to share some observations and opinions…regarding proposed changes to schedules, availability of gym time, and possible fees associated with access,” said Monty Jack, who described the existing round‑robin system as flexible and particularly important for seniors. He warned that requiring…
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