Push to build tennis, pickleball center in Louisville맥스카지노s Joe Creason Park drawing mixed reactions
A proposed $65 million renovation project to build a tennis and pickleball center in Louisville맥스카지노s Joe Creason Park is drawing mixed reactions from the community.
While some residents are enthusiastic about the development, others, like long-time neighbor Mindy Perry, worry it will disrupt the peaceful greenspace and increase traffic.
"Outdoor pickleball courts that are loud next to a nature preserve that doesn't seem to coexist very well," Perry said.
The project by Kentucky Tennis and Pickleball Center Inc. aims to lease 25 acres for 36 tennis courts, 18 pickleball courts, and a state-of-the-art facility.
Developers, such as Will Davis, highlight efforts to mitigate concerns.
"We have done traffic studies. We're looking to do solar panels on the roof of the whole thing. So we're net zero. We're actually going to increase the tree canopy. So we try to do our homework and we're trying to be a good neighbor of everyone in this community," Davis said.
Despite potential economic benefits, an estimated $17 million in annual revenue. Many residents remain opposed.
A opposing the project has garnered over 2,000 signatures, with lawn signs reading 맥스카지노Save Joe Creason,맥스카지노 a sentiment many share to keep the park the way it is.
"It's a real gift. It's very quiet. I just love it," Perry said.
Melissa Paris, another concerned resident, emphasized the importance of keeping the park accessible to all.
"It's kind of a shared use here. We've got access for everybody, whether they play tennis or not. They can use this green space," Paris said.
Community feedback is encouraged at meetings on Tuesday, May 6, at 6 p.m. at the Cyril Allgeier Community Center and on Saturday, May 10, at a time and location that will be announced soon.