Austin's current model of management at public tennis centers is in jeopardy of being discontinued. Your lessons, clinics, team tennis, matchplay 101 and Junior Programs could be completely eliminated or drastically reduced!
A vocal faction is speaking out against structured tennis programs, placing blame for Austin's inability to provide enough tennis courts for people who want to play. They want to drastically reduce or eliminate courts set aside for tennis programs on and are in favor of the "open play" public tennis model.
All Austin Tennis Players should have an equal opportunity to learn the game, participate in programs, and receive the highest levels of tennis instruction available without paying thousands of dollars to join a country club. Austin's Community Tennis Model as it stands is an excellent example of growing the sport of tennis and makes tennis accessible to those who dont have the means to join a private club. It provides a balance between programming, open play, league and tournament play.
IF IT IS IMPORTANT TO YOU THAT YOU CONTINUE TO RECEIVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE LESSONS, CLINICS, PARTICIPATE IN TEAM TENNIS OR HAVE YOUR CHILD IN JUNIOR PROGRAMMING....ALL ON PUBLIC COURTS, THEN IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD TODAY!
Our Parks and Recreation Dept. has already limited the number of courts desingated to programming at Pharr Tennis Center. Who knows what the future holds for other facilities. PLEASE CONTINUE TO SPREAD THE WORD ABOUT THIS PETITION. STAY TUNED FOR JANUARY 2012 CITY COUNCIL MEETING INFO...WHERE AUSTINS COMMUNITY TENNIS AS A WHOLE WILL BE DISCUSSED.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT WITH THIS ONGOING ISSUE!
Updates
October 18, 2011
I have been reading your stories about how these courts and clinics shaped your lives and they prove exactly why this community model is worth fighting for. I am currently gathering these experiences to present directly to city officials so they understand that these programs are not just spare time activities but essential pillars of our neighborhood.
October 18, 2011
Seeing this kind of movement confirms that our community values these courts as much as I do. It is clear I am not the only one fighting to protect the lessons and clinics that shaped my growth in this sport.
Reached 100 supporters
October 18, 2011
6 Comments
My kids love these clinics. Why on earth would they get rid of them? It is the only way we can afford for them to play.
dont touch the programs. so many people depend on these lessons. leave it alone.
Keep the programming!!! Open play is fine but we need lessons too. You cant just get rid of the team tennis options.
This is ridiculous. People pay taxes for these facilities and they should be used to teach the community how to play. Keep the staff!
I have been playing at these courts for years. If they stop the programs it will basically ruin the local tennis community. Stop this now.
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Austin's current model of management at public tennis centers is in jeopardy of being discontinued. Your lessons, clinics, team tennis, matchplay 101 and Junior Programs could be completely eliminated or drastically reduced!
A vocal faction is speaking out against structured tennis programs, placing blame for Austin's inability to provide enough tennis courts for people who want to play. They want to drastically reduce or eliminate courts set aside for tennis programs on and are in favor of the "open play" public tennis model.
All Austin Tennis Players should have an equal opportunity to learn the game, participate in programs, and receive the highest levels of tennis instruction available without paying thousands of dollars to join a country club. Austin's Community Tennis Model as it stands is an excellent example of growing the sport of tennis and makes tennis accessible to those who dont have the means to join a private club. It provides a balance between programming, open play, league and tournament play.
IF IT IS IMPORTANT TO YOU THAT YOU CONTINUE TO RECEIVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE LESSONS, CLINICS, PARTICIPATE IN TEAM TENNIS OR HAVE YOUR CHILD IN JUNIOR PROGRAMMING....ALL ON PUBLIC COURTS, THEN IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD TODAY!
Our Parks and Recreation Dept. has already limited the number of courts desingated to programming at Pharr Tennis Center. Who knows what the future holds for other facilities. PLEASE CONTINUE TO SPREAD THE WORD ABOUT THIS PETITION. STAY TUNED FOR JANUARY 2012 CITY COUNCIL MEETING INFO...WHERE AUSTINS COMMUNITY TENNIS AS A WHOLE WILL BE DISCUSSED.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT WITH THIS ONGOING ISSUE!
Updates
October 18, 2011
I have been reading your stories about how these courts and clinics shaped your lives and they prove exactly why this community model is worth fighting for. I am currently gathering these experiences to present directly to city officials so they understand that these programs are not just spare time activities but essential pillars of our neighborhood.
October 18, 2011
Seeing this kind of movement confirms that our community values these courts as much as I do. It is clear I am not the only one fighting to protect the lessons and clinics that shaped my growth in this sport.
Reached 100 supporters
October 18, 2011
6 Comments
The junior programs are literally the best thing about our park. Please think about the kids and stop focusing on just open play.
My kids love these clinics. Why on earth would they get rid of them? It is the only way we can afford for them to play.
dont touch the programs. so many people depend on these lessons. leave it alone.
Keep the programming!!! Open play is fine but we need lessons too. You cant just get rid of the team tennis options.
This is ridiculous. People pay taxes for these facilities and they should be used to teach the community how to play. Keep the staff!
I have been playing at these courts for years. If they stop the programs it will basically ruin the local tennis community. Stop this now.
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The junior programs are literally the best thing about our park. Please think about the kids and stop focusing on just open play.