Township Expands Pickleball Courts: The Township Council has awarded a bid for improvements to township parks. On December 23, the council approved a bid of $1,083,471 by Halecon Inc. of Bridgewater for Phase III of the improvement plan. This project will enhance the facilities at the township’s 32 municipal parks.
Overview of the Improvement Plan
The overall improvement plan aims to upgrade and repair various parks within the township. This latest and final phase focuses on several key locations, ensuring that the community has access to modern and well-maintained recreational facilities.
Improvements Across Key Parks
Several parks will receive significant upgrades as part of this initiative:
- Capestro Park: Two basketball courts will be overlaid, color-coated, and provided with new backboards.
- Hale Park: This park will see the installation of two new fenced pickleball courts, catering to the growing interest in this popular sport.
- Lindquist Park: The two basketball courts and tennis courts will be refurbished, fencing will be replaced, and an ADA walkway will be installed to improve accessibility.
- Edison Woods: This park will feature a new tennis court, a new basketball court, and a new pickleball court, expanding options for local sports enthusiasts.
- Oakcrest Swim Club: The basketball court will be refurbished, and the existing tennis court will be converted into four pickleball courts.
- May Street Park: One basketball court will undergo crack repairs, an overlay, and color coating to enhance playability.
Community Support for the Project
The council’s decision to move forward with these improvements reflects the community’s need for updated recreational facilities. Township officials believe these upgrades will provide residents with safe and enjoyable spaces to engage in physical activities.
As community members anticipate the benefits of the renovations, local sports groups and pickleball enthusiasts have expressed excitement about the addition of new courts.
News in Brief: Township Expands Pickleball Courts
The Township Council has awarded a $1,083,471 bid to Halecon Inc. for Phase III of park improvements, enhancing facilities across 32 municipal parks. Key upgrades include new fenced pickleball courts at Hale Park, refurbished basketball and tennis courts at Lindquist Park, and additional courts at Edison Woods and Oakcrest Swim Club. The project reflects community demand for modern recreational facilities, with local sports groups and pickleball enthusiasts eagerly anticipating the enhancements.
ALSO READ: World Pickleball Tour Returns to Bradenton: Everything Pickleball Players Need to Know