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Jefferson County
Board of Commissioners
Agenda Request
To: Board of Commissioners
Mark McCauley, County Administrator
From: Monte Reinders, P.E., Public Works Director/County Enginee
Agenda Date: June 26, 1:30 P.M. Workshop Format
Subject: Discussion of Courthouse Park pickleball noise issue
Statement of Issue: A neighbor of Courthouse Park pickleball courts has expressed a
concern about noise from the pickleball courts to the Parks and Recreation Advisory
Board, and the Board of County Commissioners. The Parks and Recreation manager
has prepared a presentation with background information and options.
Analysis/Strategic Goals/Pro's Et Con's: Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in
America (NPR, 2/2022). It can also create noise (CNN, 3/2023). Solutions exist
including noise reducing balls and paddles, restricted hours, and sound absorbing
fence panels. No single solution is perfect. There are 9 total pickleball courts within
.5 miles of Courthouse Park. PT High School and Mountain View Gym courts have
limited hours. The most popular courts are three outdoor courts at Mountain View.
Fiscal Impact/Cost Benefit Analysis: Solutions range from $500 for signs restricting
hours and mandating quiet equipment, to $32,000 - $114,000 for sound reducing
panels. The effectiveness of any solution must be carefully examined before acting.
Recommendation: Discuss the issue in a workshop format and provide formal or
informal guidance or direction to staff.
Department Contact: Matt Tyler, Parks and Recreation Manager. 360-385-9129
Reviewed By:
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Mark McCauley, Co ty Administrator Date
Pickleball Noise Reduction
Overview for Courthouse Park
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Court Inventory
• 2 Courthouse Park -
• 3 Mountain View outside 2022
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• 2 Mountain View gym
• 2 PT High School (limited) lb
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CH Park Pickleball Court Conversion Details
• Repaired aging asphalt, repainted surface
• $ 25, 178 . 82 invested
Li m ited to two courts
• Completed in 2021
• Estimated 8 years left on 10 year lifespan
Noise Reduction Range of Options
• Reduced hours
• Quiet balls and paddles .( Green Zone )
• Sound absorption or reflection panels
• Close or remove the courts
Welcome to the GREEN ZONE !
A NOISE RESTRICTED
PICKLEBALL COURT
Bea ood nei hbor by cooperating
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Jefferson County Parl<s & Recreation
VVelcome to the GREEN ZONE !
A NOISE RESTRICTED PICKLEBALL COURT
Be a good neighbor by cooperating with these noise reduction rules.
EQUIPMENT HUMAN VOICES
Quiet"Green Zone" paddles are required. Loud voices are not allowed.
Reference: Grand Pickleball Club Paddle Sound Study List Voices must be kept to a quiet
conversation at all times.
Quiet pickleballs are strong recommended but not required.
Foam pickleballs are the first choice (most quiet)
Indoor pickleballs are the second choice (quieter)
Outdoor pickleballs are the third choice (loudest) HOURS
Open 8:00 a.m.
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P�• Thank you,
Jefferson County Parl<s & Recreation
Sound Reduction Panels
• Line of site
• Reflection or absorption
• Fence strength/wind load
• 10 year lifespan
• May improve play in windy conditions
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Sound Reduction Panels Costs
• Many options Material Costs
Company Type 2 sides 4 sides
• Consultant recommended Fence Screen Reflective $ 12,314 $ 24,627
• Two quotes DDS Acoustics (A) Absorption/Reflection $ 23,375 $ 46,749
Advanced
1. Fence Screen Company DDS Acoustics (B) Absorption/Reflection $ 32,348 $ 64,696
2. DDS Acoustical Specialties
Installation
• Large range $ 20,000 $ 50,000
Installation would be completed by a local
contractor, not by the manufacturer. There
$32k to $ 114k total was not time get a quote for installation.
This range is approximate based on other
projects. Installation varies by the type of
material
Alternatives
A — Status Quo
B — Green Zone Program
1. Restrict hours, days, or seasons
2. Quiet balls and paddles
C — Noise Reduction Panels
D — Close or Decommission
1. Planning for the future of the could occur as part of the 2028 PROS Plan