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Franklin commission debates park reservation rules, pickleball access and reservation software
Summary
Commissioners discussed updating park reservation policies, who may reserve league facilities (the meaning of 'recognized community groups'), the possibility of online booking software (estimated $30K–$50K/year), and equity implications for neighborhood users versus tournaments.
The Franklin City Environmental and Parks Commission took up park reservation and permitting policy on Dec. 8, reviewing an online 'park rental' brochure, a reservation request form posted on the city website, and prior draft policy language on who may reserve league sports facilities.
Staff reported the current park rental brochure (2024) needs updating and that a posted reservation request form exists on the city website. Commissioners raised conflicting past practice…
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