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Council approves temporary tennis‑only sign at Rainier Trails Park amid pickleball conflicts
Summary
After resident complaints about noise, parking and public urination at Rainier Trails Park, the council approved a temporary sign encouraging tennis play at that court and directing pickleball players to newly resurfaced courts at Dwight Garrett; the sign is non‑enforceable and will be evaluated after one month.
The Enumclaw City Council voted to place a temporary sign at Rainier Trails Park that encourages use for tennis and directs pickleball players to the newly resurfaced Dwight Garrett courts.
The measure originated from a committee report and public comments noting noise, parking and sanitation concerns at Rainier Trails Park after pickleball activity increased. Councilmember Smith (who moved the motion) and other council members discussed the limits of enforceability — council repeatedly noted a sign would be advisory because there is no codified park rule restricting play, and enforcement by police or code compliance would not be available unless council adopted a regulation.
Parks & Recreation Director Alina Hibbs answered questions about logistics and said staff could place a temporary sign immediately and later return with options for a permanent sign or a codified policy. Councilmembers cited the availability of alternative courts with restrooms and larger space (Dwight Garrett) and emphasized trying an interim, low‑cost step before considering codification or reimbursement for stripe removal.
Council approved the motion to place a temporary sign and asked staff to implement wording that welcomes users to alternate courts and explains the city’s encouragement (an honor system), with a planned re‑evaluation after a short trial period.
