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The Elk River Vision <br />A welcoming community with revolutionary and spirited resourcefulness, exceptional <br />service, and community engagement that encourages and inspires prosperity. Updated: January 2023 <br />Request for Action <br />To <br />Parks and Recreation Commission <br />Item Number <br />8.1 <br />Agenda Section <br />Discussion <br />Meeting Date <br />April 10, 2024 <br />Prepared by <br />Joe Stremcha, Assistant City Administrator <br />Item Description <br />Recreation Amenities Length of Season <br />Reviewed by <br />Cal Portner, City Administrator <br />Reviewed by <br />Action Requested <br />Discuss the length of various recreation amenities. <br />Background/Discussion <br />With the recent 50+ degree weather we experienced this winter, residents are seeking an earlier start to various <br />recreational amenities (such as tennis, pickleball, etc.). Parks maintenance is inclined to not install nets earlier due to <br />their use as a seasonal amenity. There are additional costs of replacing nets more frequently by being exposed to the <br />elements for longer periods. <br />Financial Impact <br />The cost to install a tennis court net is roughly $1,000 per net if they are frayed/damaged from weather. <br />Mission/Policy/Goal <br />Opportunity to live, work, and play. <br />Attachments <br />None