Richmond Hill Tennis Strategy Approved

Council approved the Richmond Hill Tennis Strategy to continue supporting the growth and development of the sport of tennis over the next several years. The strategy also refers to the provision of an additional seasonal indoor tennis facility. Public consultation undertaken as part of Richmond Hill's 2013 Recreation Plan revealed that tennis is very popular among local residents and has the potential for further development. As such, the Town developed the Tennis Strategy based on market analysis, facility inventory, demographic analysis and community engagement. Responses were received from online surveys and interviews and workshops with elected officials, Richmond Hill staff and various organizations, including Tennis Canada, the Ontario Tennis Association, the Richmond Hill Lawn Tennis Club and the Blackmore Tennis Club. The Tennis Strategy’s key features include: addressing the need for improved court surface and maintenance standards; Richmond Hill’s role in programming for tennis; potential Community Tennis Club locations; recommended sites capable of accommodating a six-court indoor tennis structure; and more. For more information, contact Tracey Steele, Manager, Park & Natural Heritage Planning at 905-771-2476.

The next Committee of the Whole Meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 17, 2016 at 4:30 p.m. and the next Council Meeting is Monday, October 24 at 7:30 p.m. Both meetings will be held in Council Chambers.