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Organizer seeks Nike-funded resurfacing of pool-area courts for youth tournament
Summary
A local organizer told council he is negotiating with Nike to resurface pool-area courts (potentially creating one basketball and one pickleball surface) to support a youth tournament and asked for city coordination and public-works involvement.
At the Aug. 5 council meeting, resident Gary Walker requested permission to pursue discussions with Nike about resurfacing the pool-area basketball courts and potentially converting one court for pickleball. Walker said a resurfacing would improve durability and reduce maintenance, help a youth program and support a tournament planned later in the month.
Councilors asked logistical questions about timing, public-works involvement and how to keep children away from work zones while crews are on site. Walker said any work would be negotiated with the vendor and that he would coordinate with city public works and event staff if Nike proceeded. Council expressed general support and requested Walker keep the city informed of next steps; no formal agreement or contract was authorized at the meeting.
Representative quote "I've been contacted for Nike, and I'm waiting for the information with them," Gary Walker said when describing outreach to a potential resurfacing provider.
Next steps Walker will report back with vendor details and work schedules; staff requested to be included in planning to ensure public-works coordination and safety measures.
