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Temporary pickleball courts popular; staff recommend post-tension concrete for permanent courts
Summary
After a 2024 defeat of a larger recreation project, staff and residents implemented temporary pickleball courts that proved popular. Staff reported pavement cracking and drainage issues and presented asphalt and post-tension concrete options, recommending post-tension concrete for durability.
Staff reported that temporary pickleball courts installed after the defeat of a larger recreation project at the 2024 Annual Town Meeting have been well received by players and residents. Ongoing site challenges include pavement cracking, drainage problems and tree maintenance.
Officials reviewed updated cost estimates and design concepts for permanent courts, including asphalt and post-tension concrete. Staff recommended post-tension concrete for long-term durability and discussed potential cost-saving measures and grant opportunities; commissioners also discussed separating parking lot improvements into a standalone capital request.
