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Daggett County weighs scheduling rules and signage after vandalism, alcohol at pickleball courts
Summary
After reports of fence damage and alcohol at the new pickleball court, commissioners discussed signage, sheriff enforcement, reservation tools (public calendar, online form or chalkboard 'on-deck' system), and possible cameras; staff and the sheriff will draft signage and scheduling proposals.
Daggett County Commissioners discussed how to manage heavy use and recent misuse of the county’s pickleball courts, including reports of vandalism and underage drinking that prompted law-enforcement and operational responses.
The discussion began after Speaker 4 and Speaker 5 said the court fence had been damaged and "There was alcohol found," a statement attributed to Speaker 5. Speaker 3 said the sheriff’s office recommended posting clear signage — listing hours, no glass, no alcohol and camping rules — so officers would have specific rules to enforce: "the sheriff's recommending that we put up some signage so that they can have something very specific to enforce." Speaker 6 said the site has near-power and that battery-operated cameras could be an option "possibly this fall, possibly this spring."
Commissioners and attendees exchanged scheduling solutions. Speaker 1 and others proposed a reservations system run by the clerk or facilities staff; Speaker 7 suggested an online form for users to request times. Several speakers recommended a low-tech chalkboard or 'next-on-deck' system used elsewhere so drop-in players know who is waiting. Speaker 6 described how a mixed approach could work: reserving one side for clubs or events while allowing the other side for drop-in play, and posting simple slide-in letter signs that show reserved blocks.
Why it matters: multiple attendees raised safety and access issues — dogs chained inside courts, alcohol, vandalism and disputes when users arrive while courts are occupied. Commissioners emphasized balancing scheduled events for local clubs with casual public access and limiting liability by clarifying rules and insurance coverage.
What’s next: Speaker 3 said Kent and the sheriff will coordinate on signage and enforcement; Speaker 6 said a pre-draft of sign text exists and promised review for legal and insurance coverage before ordering. The commission did not adopt a final scheduling policy at the meeting; staff were asked to draft specific sign language and a simple scheduling/reservation proposal for future action.
