The town council just confirmed that the renovations for the tennis and pickleball courts at Reis Park are officially moving forward. Seeing this transition from a shared concern to a concrete plan for our community shows the genuine impact of sustained attention. I am grateful for everyone who advocated for …
June 10, 2023
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Reis Park has been a lifeline for many of us in the community. The families in the community enjoy all aspects of the park.
The current courts at Reis Park are used by school tennis teams, families, people of all ages, and children at the town camp in the summer. A growing number of Somers residents have rediscovered the park due to the increase in popularity of playing pickleball. Tennis and pickleball players utilize the same courts.
The courts (courts #4, 5 & 6) at Reis Park require immediate renovation. The waffle plastic surface on half of the courts is worn and dangerous. If left in their present condition, the town could be liable for serious injuries.
It is imperative for the town to immediately repair these courts by removing the waffle weave, resurfacing the courts with a hard-court surface appropriate for tennis and pickleball and removing the basketball hoops from inside the court area - as they pose dangerous conditions for players. In addition, the current lighting is inadequate and needs to be replaced. Proper lighting will make the courts safer and accessible to the residents of the town in the evenings.
By renovating these courts, the town will prove that it cares and listens to the needs of its residents. It will show that it is mindful of the benefits of an active lifestyle for all ages.
Thank you for your help and support with this initiative.
Updates
Reached 250 supporters
May 16, 2023
Reached 100 supporters
May 4, 2023
69 Comments
Would love to see pickle ball come to somers but not at a cost to tennis courts. Please do not remove any existing tennis courts
I was wondering, if they resurface the courts, if they could make one of the tennis courts (6) into 2 dedicated Pickleball courts?
As part of the Pickleball community at Teis Park I have been witness to the overcrowding and at times very hazardous conditions due to poor lighting and surface that creates many potential hazards. Our town is coming together with this growing sport and while it’s great to see the courts full it is a potential liability for our town due to outdated and dangerous condition.
Current condition is unacceptable for tennis and pickleball players. Why do you think Somers high school team can not host matches there?
I’ve always hated those waffle courts - they aren’t playable tennis courts. It would be nice if they could be resurfaced to be usable.
The plastic “Lego” courts are slippery and dangerous. Also, there are many dead spots.
Thank you!
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The town council just confirmed that the renovations for the tennis and pickleball courts at Reis Park are officially moving forward. Seeing this transition from a shared concern to a concrete plan for our community shows the genuine impact of sustained attention. I am grateful for everyone who advocated for …
June 10, 2023
Final supporters
Reis Park has been a lifeline for many of us in the community. The families in the community enjoy all aspects of the park.
The current courts at Reis Park are used by school tennis teams, families, people of all ages, and children at the town camp in the summer. A growing number of Somers residents have rediscovered the park due to the increase in popularity of playing pickleball. Tennis and pickleball players utilize the same courts.
The courts (courts #4, 5 & 6) at Reis Park require immediate renovation. The waffle plastic surface on half of the courts is worn and dangerous. If left in their present condition, the town could be liable for serious injuries.
It is imperative for the town to immediately repair these courts by removing the waffle weave, resurfacing the courts with a hard-court surface appropriate for tennis and pickleball and removing the basketball hoops from inside the court area - as they pose dangerous conditions for players. In addition, the current lighting is inadequate and needs to be replaced. Proper lighting will make the courts safer and accessible to the residents of the town in the evenings.
By renovating these courts, the town will prove that it cares and listens to the needs of its residents. It will show that it is mindful of the benefits of an active lifestyle for all ages.
Thank you for your help and support with this initiative.
Updates
Reached 250 supporters
May 16, 2023
Reached 100 supporters
May 4, 2023
69 Comments
Please renovate the tennis courts at Reis park. My granddaughters play tennis there and some of the courts are becoming hazardous.
Would love to see pickle ball come to somers but not at a cost to tennis courts. Please do not remove any existing tennis courts
I was wondering, if they resurface the courts, if they could make one of the tennis courts (6) into 2 dedicated Pickleball courts?
As part of the Pickleball community at Teis Park I have been witness to the overcrowding and at times very hazardous conditions due to poor lighting and surface that creates many potential hazards. Our town is coming together with this growing sport and while it’s great to see the courts full it is a potential liability for our town due to outdated and dangerous condition.
Current condition is unacceptable for tennis and pickleball players. Why do you think Somers high school team can not host matches there?
I’ve always hated those waffle courts - they aren’t playable tennis courts. It would be nice if they could be resurfaced to be usable.
The plastic “Lego” courts are slippery and dangerous. Also, there are many dead spots.
Thank you!
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Please renovate the tennis courts at Reis park. My granddaughters play tennis there and some of the courts are becoming hazardous.