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Board reviews rules for new pickleball courts and synthetic field, recommends clearer language and consistent signage

Lake Stevens Parks & Recreation Board · January 13, 2026
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Summary

Staff proposed operating rules for four new pickleball courts (two reservable, two first-come) and the city's first synthetic turf field. The board suggested clearer wording on reservable court operations, coached instruction, prohibited items (including powered wheeled devices), and website/QR-code guidance for reservations and reporting issues.

Parks staff asked the board to review proposed rules for four new pickleball courts and for the city’s first synthetic turf field ahead of openings later this year. Staff proposed that two courts be reservable and two remain available on a first‑come, first‑served basis; when courts are in use and people are waiting, the proposal limits play to 30 minutes per group. Staff also proposed standard park restrictions such as tennis shoes/soft-soled shoes only, no food or glass, no pets on the court…

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