The Hurricane City Council convened on January 2, 2025, to discuss several agenda items, with a significant focus on the proposed renovation of the local pickleball courts. The meeting began with Councilman Pershey introducing Tiffany and Darren, who presented recommendations regarding the courts.

The council members, including Councilman Harshey and Thomas, reviewed the current layout of the pickleball courts. They proposed to maintain the existing courts' location but to replace them with new post-tensioned concrete surfaces. The plan includes rotating the two north-end courts from an east-west orientation to a north-south alignment, addressing player concerns about sun glare during play.

To accommodate this change, the council discussed extending the southern end of the courts by approximately 20 feet, which would necessitate the removal of four trees and a reconfiguration of the existing sidewalk. The new design aims to add two additional courts, increasing the total from six to eight, while minimizing the impact on the surrounding green space.

Tiffany noted that the area is frequently used for practice by local youth sports teams, but the proposed changes would not significantly disrupt these activities. The council emphasized the importance of maintaining the space for community events, such as Peach Days, and discussed the potential for planting new trees further away from the courts to mitigate maintenance issues related to leaves and roots.

After thorough discussion, Councilman Pershey motioned to approve the proposed renovations to the pickleball courts, which was seconded and moved forward for a vote. The council's decision reflects a commitment to enhancing recreational facilities while considering community needs and environmental impacts. Further steps will be taken to finalize the plans and address any additional concerns from residents.