The Parks Department confirmed that the installation of pickleball lines at Ridgewood Park and Lake Highland Park is moving forward. We achieved the necessary authorization for these eight courts through our formal requests and documentation. I will monitor the site preparation process to ensure these lines are completed according to …
October 31, 2019
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Paint Pickleball Lines on Four Underutilized Tennis Courts to Create Eight Pickleball Courts
We, the undersigned, petition the City of Dallas, Texas, to paint pickleball lines on public tennis courts located in Dallas. We would prefer lines painted on the two courts at Ridgewood Park and the two courts located in Lake Highland Park since they already have portable nets we can use. Each single tennis court can fit two pickleball courts which would give us a total of eight pickleball courts between the two locations. This would allow for BOTH tennis players and pickleball players to have access to the courts
Background - The sport of pickleball is currently the fastest growing sport throughout the country, largely due to the aging "baby boomer" population. Player numbers have increased in our city to the point that the indoor facilities are severely overcrowded. At the same time, tennis courts are severely underutilized. Multiple tennis courts are available at nearby parks and schools, while there are no available outdoor pickleball courts.
Updates
Reached 250 supporters
September 26, 2019
September 24, 2019
We are approaching 250 signatures and will submit the printed list to the Parks Department once we cross this threshold. Please circulate the petition link to residents who use the Ridgewood and Lake Highlands facilities to ensure our proposal remains on the upcoming agenda.
Reached 100 supporters
September 21, 2019
113 Comments
Should be no problem as tennis courts are usually under utilized and painting the lines is very reasonable cost to provide needed services (pickleball) to citizens. Tennis players then would also have the option to play tennis and/or pickleball so a win win for utilization. Tennis and pickleball can live/play together and thrive.
I live in Denton, kids & grandkids live in Lake Highlands. When they come see me I play pickleball with them. There is no place to play when I visit them. Please help?
I don’t think I ever see anyone playing tennis on them. I’ve lived in the area over 40 years. We used them once. If this helps utilize them, I’m all for it.
Pickleball's popularity with older people is exploding as a way to get/remain fit, have fun and enlarge one's social circle. Few outlets exist in Dallas to date; painting pickleball lines on underutilized outdoor tennis courts will add several locations for enthusiasts.
We have been using a quick-start tennis court for Pickleball at Kidd Springs, using tape for the additional lines. Someone vandalized it so we can no longer use it. Dallas needs more courts, both indoor and out.
I agree
Good Luck! Love Pickle Ball and Tennis!
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The Parks Department confirmed that the installation of pickleball lines at Ridgewood Park and Lake Highland Park is moving forward. We achieved the necessary authorization for these eight courts through our formal requests and documentation. I will monitor the site preparation process to ensure these lines are completed according to …
October 31, 2019
Final supporters
Paint Pickleball Lines on Four Underutilized Tennis Courts to Create Eight Pickleball Courts
We, the undersigned, petition the City of Dallas, Texas, to paint pickleball lines on public tennis courts located in Dallas. We would prefer lines painted on the two courts at Ridgewood Park and the two courts located in Lake Highland Park since they already have portable nets we can use. Each single tennis court can fit two pickleball courts which would give us a total of eight pickleball courts between the two locations. This would allow for BOTH tennis players and pickleball players to have access to the courts
Background - The sport of pickleball is currently the fastest growing sport throughout the country, largely due to the aging "baby boomer" population. Player numbers have increased in our city to the point that the indoor facilities are severely overcrowded. At the same time, tennis courts are severely underutilized. Multiple tennis courts are available at nearby parks and schools, while there are no available outdoor pickleball courts.
Updates
Reached 250 supporters
September 26, 2019
September 24, 2019
We are approaching 250 signatures and will submit the printed list to the Parks Department once we cross this threshold. Please circulate the petition link to residents who use the Ridgewood and Lake Highlands facilities to ensure our proposal remains on the upcoming agenda.
Reached 100 supporters
September 21, 2019
113 Comments
Making pre-existing tennis courts multi-functional, allowing for either tennis or pickle ball, sounds like an easy & efficient way to accommodate more players, increase use of the courts and promote more physical fitness.
Should be no problem as tennis courts are usually under utilized and painting the lines is very reasonable cost to provide needed services (pickleball) to citizens. Tennis players then would also have the option to play tennis and/or pickleball so a win win for utilization. Tennis and pickleball can live/play together and thrive.
I live in Denton, kids & grandkids live in Lake Highlands. When they come see me I play pickleball with them. There is no place to play when I visit them. Please help?
I don’t think I ever see anyone playing tennis on them. I’ve lived in the area over 40 years. We used them once. If this helps utilize them, I’m all for it.
Pickleball's popularity with older people is exploding as a way to get/remain fit, have fun and enlarge one's social circle. Few outlets exist in Dallas to date; painting pickleball lines on underutilized outdoor tennis courts will add several locations for enthusiasts.
We have been using a quick-start tennis court for Pickleball at Kidd Springs, using tape for the additional lines. Someone vandalized it so we can no longer use it. Dallas needs more courts, both indoor and out.
I agree
Good Luck! Love Pickle Ball and Tennis!
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Making pre-existing tennis courts multi-functional, allowing for either tennis or pickle ball, sounds like an easy & efficient way to accommodate more players, increase use of the courts and promote more physical fitness.