FAQs • Redmond, WA • CivicEngage

Can I modify courts such as laying down my own tape, taking down tennis nets, adding temporary markings to line a court, or building a practice wall for pickleball in public parks?: No. Modifications or markings of any kind (tape or chalk, etc) will result in the need for more frequent closures for court cleaning and could impact court availability for public use. Taking down tennis nets, even temporarily, is not allowed. Temporary structures are not allowed. Temporary structures that are found will be removed immediately, as they can cause a public safety hazard and/or could impact other user groups.

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Pickleball FAQs

1. How do I give input on amenities or changes that I want to see at different parks?: The City of Redmond is currently updating the Parks, Arts, Recreation, Culture, and Conservation (PARCC) Plan, which is used to determine future facilities, programs, activities, events, etc. It serves as both a strategic and functional plan that helps guide resources to manage and enhance our parks, playgrounds, community centers, courts, forests, and trails. Any change to existing park amenities will need to be vetted by city leadership, staff, stakeholders, community members, the Parks and Trails Commission, and City Council. To give your input (i.e. installation of a practice wall at Perrigo Park, conversion of courts, etc.) please Share Your Ideas for the future of pickleball in Redmond. Your feedback will help make sure parks and recreation amenities meet the needs of our growing and diverse community.

2. Will the basketball courts at Perrigo Park be converted to Pickleball?: Any change to existing park amenities will need to be vetted by city leadership, staff, stakeholders, community members, the Parks and Trails Commission, and City Council. A decision to convert the basketball courts to another use has not been vetted at this time.

3. Will the tennis lines be removed from Court #3 at Perrigo Park?: Any change to existing park amenities will need to be vetted by city leadership, staff, stakeholders, community members, the Parks and Trails Commission, and City Council. A decision to alter/change tennis lines from court #3 at Perrigo Park has not been vetted at this time.

4. Will Reservoir Park get converted to Pickleball?: A budget request has been submitted for the 2023-2024 budget. This project, if funded, would renovate the court surface, and restripe for both pickleball and tennis. The 2023-2024 budget is scheduled to be adopted in Dec. 2022. If funded, a project timeline will be determined and shared in 2023.

5. Will Meadow Park courts get redone, and when will a bathroom be added?: Meadow Park is a neighborhood park and in general neighborhood parks do not have restrooms or parking. However, a budget request has been submitted for the 2023-2024 budget that if funded, would renovate the court surface, and restripe for pickleball. The 2023-2024 budget is scheduled to be adopted in Dec. 2022. If funded, a project timeline will be determined and shared in 2023.

6. Will a bathroom be added at Westside Park?: There are no plans to add a restroom at Westside Park. The park is a neighborhood park and, in general, neighborhood parks do not have restrooms or parking.

7. Will there be dedicated/reserved time for Senior pickleball play at Perrigo Park?: Currently, the Perrigo Park pickleball courts operate on a first-come, first-serve basis except when programs are scheduled by parks and recreation staff. Seniors (Ages 50+) have the option to purchase an Indoor Pickleball Pass to play at the Old Redmond Schoolhouse, which takes place Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

8. What will happen this winter with the pickleball nets at Perrigo Park?: The nets at Court #3 at Perrigo Park will remain on site until further notice.

9. Who should we contact to talk about the future of Pickleball in Redmond?: The City of Redmond is currently updating the Parks, Arts, Recreation, Culture, and Conservation (PARCC) Plan, which is used to determine future facilities, programs, activities, events, etc. It serves as both a strategic and functional plan that helps guide resources to manage and enhance our parks, playgrounds, community centers, courts, forests, and trails. To give your input (i.e. installation of a practice wall at Perrigo Park, conversation of courts, etc.) please Share Your Ideas for the future of pickleball in Redmond. There will also be a public meeting on October 5. To report an issue or ask a specific question, please reach out to our Customer Experience Team via e-mail or by calling 425-556-2300, and they will assist you with your question or direct it to the appropriate staff member for follow-up.

10. Can I modify courts such as laying down my own tape, taking down tennis nets, adding temporary markings to line a court, or building a practice wall for pickleball in public parks?: No. Modifications or markings of any kind (tape or chalk, etc) will result in the need for more frequent closures for court cleaning and could impact court availability for public use. Taking down tennis nets, even temporarily, is not allowed. Temporary structures are not allowed. Temporary structures that are found will be removed immediately, as they can cause a public safety hazard and/or could impact other user groups.