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Resident identifies USTA grants to help repair town tennis courts

Town of Derby Select Board · July 20, 2026
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Summary

Resident Vera Lawson told the board about USTA grants covering up to $8,000 per court and $12,000 for fencing with a required 50/50 match; the board asked Bob Kelley to investigate.

Resident Vera Lawson reported that the U.S. Tennis Association offers grants that could support repairs to local tennis courts, noting a maximum award of $8,000 per court and $12,000 available for fencing, with a 50/50 local match requirement. The Select Board asked Bob Kelley to look into the opportunity.

The minutes show the Board took this as an information item and did not commit town funds at the meeting; any decision to apply for grants or allocate matching funds would be considered at a future meeting after staff follow-up.