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West Miami authorizes RFP for covered courts after state grant for recreation center
Summary
The commission authorized staff to advertise an RFP to design, fabricate and install a metal roof covering for pickleball courts after administration reported securing grant funding; staff said the structure will have a minimum 16‑foot clear span and could include lighting for future phases.
The commission on April 29 authorized city staff to advertise a request for proposals to design, fabricate and install a metal roof covering for the pickleball courts at the West Miami Recreation Center.
Administration said state funding had been secured through the office of a state official for the project; the manager described the award as grant support to allow roofing the courts and noted the RFP does not obligate the city to select or award a contract. The manager described the roof structure as a minimum 16‑foot clear span suitable for multipurpose use and confirmed the project will include lighting in future phases.
Commissioners expressed support and urged staff to accelerate the procurement so courts can be returned to public use as soon as possible. The motion to advertise the RFP passed by voice vote.
Why it matters: Roofing the courts will enable year‑round play and protect newly‑installed or planned courts, supporting growing local demand for pickleball and recreation center programming.
What’s next: Staff will issue the RFP, evaluate proposals, and return recommendations to the commission for contract award and project scheduling.
