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HomeMy WebLinkAbout052124 SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE - IN FAVOR through 4pm on 052024Town Council - Regular Meeting Tuesday, May 21, 2024 SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE IN FAVOR OF ITEM 8.1 Consider adoption of Resolution No. 29-2024, adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Significance, and approving the addition of Six New Pickleball Courts with Associated Seating at Osage Station Park (H. Perezalonso) From: sue lee <suelee1981@yahoo.com> Sent: Wednesday, May 15, 2024 10:41 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Support for more pickleball courts at Osage Park Attn: Marie Sunseri Hello Marie, My name is Sue Lee, a long time Danville resident. I am writing to support expanding the pickleball courts at Osage Station Park, and I would like to participate in the Pickleball discussions at the May 21st 5:00 PM Town Council meeting. I have been playing pickleball for several months at Osage Park, and I usually have to wait quite a while for court availability. The existing 2 courts are not enough for all of us pickleball players. I understand that 6 additional courts have been approved for construction but put on hold for now. I urge the Town Council members to consider the needs of the many community members like me who want to play pickleball at Osage Park and to proceed with the plan to build additional pickleball courts. Thank you for your consideration of the many fellow community members' needs. Sue Lee 15 Deer Meadow Ct., Danville, CA 94506 (925) 856-7231 From: bruce c <ccecurb@yahoo.com> Sent: Wednesday, May 15, 2024 6:30 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Pickleball Marie Sunseri, I'm writing to let you know I very much support the Pickleball Court Expansion at Osage Park. am a 75 years old and the play has contributed to a much better health for me. My legs have gotten much stronger and as a result my balance is greater. Also the community of people that play there are 1 DANVILLE TOWN COUNCIL SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE - in favor MAY 21, 2024 welcoming, friendly and encouraging. I understand the concerns of some of the neighbors on traffic and "noise". There is a lot more traffic and "noise" from other activities e.g. Little League. But it is a Public Park and I like to see everyone engaged in having fun. I would like to ideally see 4 courts dedicated to Pickleball but absolutely no more than 6 as when that happens it draws others from out of the area and that would lose that Danville social feel. Thank you, Sincerely, Bruce Cornette 682 Silver Lake Dr. Danville, CA 925-330-5310 From: Joseph Dagamac <jvdagamac@gmail.com> Sent: Wednesday, May 15, 2024 5:48 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Supporting Pickleball Court Expansion at Osage Park Dear Marie Sunseri, My name is Joseph Dagamac and am a resident of Danville. I am in complete support of the Pickleball court expansion at Osage Station Park. I believe these courts are in high demand and that the amount of individuals that would utilize these courts would benefit the community immensely. Many other neighboring cities already have many more courts than Osage and believe it would leave a positive impact on the community if additional courts were added. Appreciate you support and consideration. Sincerely, Joseph Dagamac 725 Glen Road From: Catarina Kidd <catarinakidd@gmail.com> Date: May 15, 2024 at 3:19:28 PM PDT To: Karen Stepper <KStepper@danville.ca.gov>, Renee Morgan <RMorgan@danville.ca.gov>, Newell Arnerich <NArnerich@danville.ca.gov>, David Fong <dfong@a,danville.ca.gov>, Robert Storer <RStorerga,danville.ca.gov> Subject: Notice of Public Hearing - Osage Pickleball Courts Our family supports pickle ball courts at Osage. What a lovely, modern, supportive idea to keep our parks relevant for all age groups and a variety of interests. There's enough room for recreation in our parks & I hope people stop having a poverty mindset that it's " us versus..." Kidd Family Wildwood Ct., Danville Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: 2 DANVILLE TOWN COUNCIL SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE - in favor MAY 21, 2024 From: Preserve Osage <preserveosage a,gmail.com> Date: May 15, 2024 at 10:44:46 AM PDT To: Catarina Kidd <catarinakiddggmail.com> Subject: FW: Notice of Public Hearing - Osage Pickleball Courts All - it was brought to our attention that the "public hearing" link in our last message did not work. As such, we are forwarding the e-mail below with this info. Thank you to all those who have already e-mailed Town Council and made donations. We'll plan to send one more reminder before the May 21 meeting and otherwise will spare your inboxes. Recap on what you can do to help: • Express your concerns to Town Council and urge them to find a more suitable pickleball hub location than Osage Park: of -mail Danville's Town Council before May 21: kstepper@danville.ca.gov, rmorgan@danville.ca.gov, narnerich@danville.ca.gov, dfong@danville.ca.gov, rstorer@danville.ca.gov oAttend the May 21, 5pm public hearing at 201 Front Street. • Donate to our Preserve Osage Park coalition to support legal, sound consultation and other expenses. Immediate neighbors have been funding such costs to protect their quiet and peace of mind in their own homes and for the benefit of the greater Osage community. • Visit preserveosage.com to learn more. Thank you. POP Planning Team PRESERVE OSAGE PARK preserveosage.com From: Ed Ramos <edramos1217@yahoo.com> Sent: Thursday, May 16, 2024 11:09 AM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Failure Notice am writing to you for my support of adding more courts to Osage Park. am often asked why I play Pickleball?. Well, Pickleball is a fun and the fastest growing sport in the World. No matter what age level, Pickleball has something to offer, and the benefits of playing are endless. 3 DANVILLE TOWN COUNCIL SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE - in favor MAY 21, 2024 Pickleball at Osage Park offers ample opportunities to meet new people and make lasting friendships. One of the best aspects of playing Pickleball at Osage Park is the incredible social interaction it provides. When I first started playing at Osage I was amazed on how welcoming everyone was. I was joining a community and more, a family. Sure, the noise level of the Pickleball is some concern of the neighbors' that live close to the courts, but I think some planning and rules could satisfy all parties. Adding a few more courts would stop the log jam of Danville residents waiting to play on only TWO courts. I am one year shy of 80 years old. Where else in Danville can I be accepted by a community in playing a Sport that offers me an activity that increases my cardiovascular fitness, balance, agility and coordination. Please, for the benefit of the Danville community. add additional courts to Osage Park. Thank you, Ed and Jackie Ramos Danville Residents since 1980. From: Cal Lutrin <callutrin@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, May 16, 2024 2:29 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Attention: Marie Sunseri Regarding the expansion of the Pickle Ball courts at Osage Station Park: As Pickle Ball is becoming more and more popular and is a healthful activity, particularly for seniors, and there are more people wanting to play than their present capacity, I urge the city council to support the expansion of the courts to four or even more if possible. Many thanks for your consideration Calvin L Lutrin From: Nancy Perry <nancy.l.perry@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, May 16, 2024 3:18 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Pickleball discussion - May 21st Town Council meeting Hello Marie, This email is for the Pickleball discussion at the May 21st 5:00 pm Town Council Regular meeting. I support expanding Pickleball courts at Osage Station Park. My support is for the following reasons: - Pickleball has had a profoundly positive impact on my life and many others. 4 DANVILLE TOWN COUNCIL SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE - in favor MAY 21, 2024 - I have met so many friends from playing Pickleball at Osage that I would not have had the opportunity of meeting without playing at Osage. - Osage is such a welcoming group of people that I haven't found at other Pickleball courts. - There is a significant shortage of public Pickleball courts in Danville. I am grateful for the extensive effort put forth by the Town Council and all those involved. Let's make the expansion a reality. Thank you, Nancy Perry 3384 Green Meadow Dr, Danville 925-915-9008 From: Jill Shinkle <jill.shinkle@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, May 16, 2024 5:15 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: pickleball discussion at May 21 meeting Hello Town Council and Town Officials, I wanted to express my strong support for the proposed plan to increase the number of pickleball courts at Osage Station Park. It is truly impressive that the 2017 update to Parks, Recreation & Arts strategic plan update specified the goals of diversifying activities at parks, increasing opportunities for users of all ages, and making existing parks do more and work harder for the citizens. Pickleball and its well-documented benefits fit perfectly with these goals. The sport is a very attractive draw that brings people of all ages outside for exercise, competition, laughter, and developing new friendships. Also, with these additional courts, the town will be able to provide new much-needed pickleball programming for beginners, youth and families! -- JILL SHINKLE From: Anthony Romano <Aromano@sidoors.com> Sent: Monday, May 20, 2024 6:00 AM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Osage park pickleball expansion RE: Pickleball discussion at the May 21st 5:00 PM Town Council Regular meeting Hello, I am writing in support of expending the number of pickleball courts at Osage park. I am a 23 - year resident of Danville. I started playing pickleball at Osage July 4th of 2022 with my wife as a healthy outdoor couple activity. I now typically play four times a week, pickleball gets me off the couch and outside exercising. Playing pickleball has turned out to be much more than just exercise for us. We have met and become friends with many other residents of Danville through playing pickleball that we would not have ever met, let alone become friends with, if it had not been for pickleball. Pickleball has 5 DANVILLE TOWN COUNCIL SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE - in favor MAY 21, 2024 grown so much as a sport. But what it has also done, which may be of more importance to the community, is connect residents of different ages, generations, and walks of life through the shared experience of pickleball. I understand some of the concerns and complaints regarding noise, traffic, and parking from residents in the neighborhood surrounding the park. However, I do not believe those same concerns are raised when it comes to other sports being played, which have the same effect on the neighbors as expending the pickleball courts would. I was approached at a Danville restaurant to sign a petition opposing the expansion. This person was just asking for signatures, there were no discussions with people regarding concerns or benefits to the community. They just wanted a signature, until they recached me. tried to have a neighborly discussion on the subject. I asked what their main concern was. It was noise. I mentioned that the youth sports played next to the pickleball courts, and the school recesses create more noise than pickleball. I also mentioned noise from gardeners / landscapers also create more noise. Her reply was, are you even a Danville resident and walked away. This is one of the reasons for me writing you all today. I don't feel that the residents supporting the expansion maybe getting a fair shake. In my opinion, it would be a disservice to our community not to expand pickleball courts, as the benefits of connecting the community through sport and exercise is the reason for developing and expanding our community parks. Thank you for your time. Sincerely, Anthony Romano 1381 Camino Tassajara Danville, CA From: Mark N <mark.nollsch@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, May 19, 2024 11:58 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Re: Pickleball Discussion at May Town Council Meeting This email is concerning the pickleball discussion at the May 21st Town Council Regular Meeting. My name is Mark Nollsch, and I wholeheartedly support expanding the number of pickleball courts at Osage Station Park. In Dec 2023 the Parks Commission already adopted the negative declaration of environmental significance and approved the addition of six new pickleball courts. The environmental study and the science speaks for itself. Please do not allow the self-interest of a few disgruntled neighbors overcome the interests of the vast majority of citizens that would benefit from the addition of more courts to Osage Station Park. Pickleball has shown in numerous studies to have tangible physical, mental and emotional benefits to young and old. Please allow the citizens of Danville to access these important benefits by expanding the number of courts at the park. 6 DANVILLE TOWN COUNCIL SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE - in favor MAY 21, 2024 Regards, Mark Nollsch mark.nollsch@gmail.com I 925.695.7080 From: dohertyjj315@yahoo.com <dohertyjj315@yahoo.com> Sent: Wednesday, May 15, 2024 1:31 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Pickleball discussion May 21st meeting Hi Marie, I want you to know that I support the development of additional pickleball courts at Osage Park. Our Parks & Recreations need to continue to evolve to support developing and growing recreational activities. And pickleball is definitely a huge growth area for our community. The two courts that are there today are always in use, with empty tennis courts near by. I don't know if that necessitates additional conversion of tennis courts- but we need more pickleball courts to support the residents of Danville. Thanks, John Danville resident From: Karen Means <kmeans@comcast.net> Sent: Sunday, May 19, 2024 9:04 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Support for additional Pickleball Courts in Danville Hello, I am a Danville resident (88 Monza Court). I fully support the proposed addition of 6 pickleball courts at Osage Park. Danville is a wonderful town but it does not have enough public pickleball courts to accommodate the rapid increase in popularity of this wonderful sport. Please approve the resolution to add 6 courts. Karen Means From: Leila <mizz.leilaggmail.com> Date: May 15, 2024 at 2:07:37 PM PDT To: Renee Morgan <RMorgan@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Pro-pickleball Just want to give support to the pickleball project! The anti-pb group is very loud, but I think more PB would be great to get the park busier! Also would love to see a sand volleyball court installed!! Thank you, 7 DANVILLE TOWN COUNCIL SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE - in favor MAY 21, 2024 Leila Tudury 407 Silver Chief Way, Danville, CA 94526 From: Brown, Dave <dave.brown@nfiindustries.com> Sent: Sunday, May 19, 2024 8:41 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Meeting Tuesday May 21st - Please do the right thing and vote YES for the Pickleball courts at Osage - Danville is very "progressive" that way with families Re: Council meeting Tuesday, May 21 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Public Comment Invited) 8.1 Consider adoption of Resolution No. 29-2024, adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Significance, and approving the addition of Six New Pickleball Courts with Associated Seating at Osage Station Park (H. Perezalonso) Dear Danville City Clerk and City Council: Respectfully, Danville has always been a "progressive city" but not in the way Berkeley or Oakland unfortunately are:-) Rather Danville has always been and is known for being "progressive" for families and progressive for kids. While we live in ALAMO, we go to Danville quite often for dinner with our neighbors and friends. What we find amazing about Danville is the number of families and kids on the streets at night in Danville in safety having a great time. Also the amazing amount of recreational activities for the kids and families that Danville supports. That is what Danville is about and your vote on the Pickleball courts at Osage are exactly in line with this kind of positive thinking. Don't let a few neighbors overwhelm you with misplaced antagonism. These new Pickleball cards are going to be in the right spot that works and will benefit the community of Danville overall, greatly. I really hope you see the vote this way because these Pickleball courts will only add to the community and the enjoyment for everyone in Danville. Yes, for the greater good! Thank you. Respectfully, Dave & Lynn Brown 327 Iron Horse Court ALAMO, CA 94507 cell: 925-406-9890 Dave.Brown@nfiindustries.com From: Carey Chern <carey.chern@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, May 19, 2024 7:37 PM 8 DANVILLE TOWN COUNCIL SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE - in favor MAY 21, 2024 To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: May 21 5pm Pickleball Meeting To Whom It May Concern, This email is to support approving 6+ lighted pickleball courts at Osage Park. Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in America and the average new player is in their 30-40's. The courts will be well used and keep Danville residents healthy and happy ! Best regards, Carey Chem Danville resident for 26 years (437 Antelope Ridge Way) From: June Chang <june5chang@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, May 20, 2024 8:45 AM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Pickleball discussion at the May 21 5pm Town Council Regular meeting (attn:Marie Sunseri) My name is June Chang. I've lived in Danville for over 27 years. Pickleball has brought me so much joy in the later stage of my life. It's helping me to feel better physically and mentally. I've met so many people who are happy to have fun playing a game and encourage each other. I've not seen a day where traffic or parking were an issue during last 3 years I've been playing at Osage. And I have played 2-3 times a week. Sound wall would cut down on the noise. I'm a 100% in support of pickleball court expansion at Osage park because of all the positive impact it will have on the people living the town and friends. Sincerely, June Chang From: Juliana .Wong <juliana.c.wong@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, May 19, 2024 7:27 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Pickleball courts at Osage Hi Marie, Please help approve 6+ lighted pickleball courts at Osage or other suitable park This is the fastest growing sport in America and average new player age in their 30-40's. It will be well used and keep danville residents healthy and happy ! Thank you 9 DANVILLE TOWN COUNCIL SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE - in favor MAY 21, 2024 Juliana Wong From: Alex Lofrese <alex.lofrese@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, May 19, 2024 3:14 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Yes to Osage pickleball courts I am in support of new pickleball courts at Osage park. There is a huge demand for more public courts. It's unfortunate for the increase in parking demand, but that's not reason enough to ignore the demand for more courts. Alex Lofrese From: deirdre morris <deirdre8morris@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, May 19, 2024 10:17 AM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: pro pickleball Dear Danville City Council, I am in support of building eight new dedicated Pickleball courts for the city of Danville. Pickleball is important to the community, health of individuals, good for the economy, and most important to our senior pickleball players. I have been playing Pickleball for nine years and cannot tell you how the benefits have kept me healthy, both mentally and physically. Please allow pickleball to grow in Danville for the betterment of all. Kind regards, Deirdre Morris From: brad falk <bradrfalk@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, May 19, 2024 9:53 AM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Strongly in favor of adding more Pickleball courts in Danville Marie, 10 DANVILLE TOWN COUNCIL SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE - in favor MAY 21, 2024 My name is Brad Falk and I am a 30 year Danville resident. I am strongly in favor of adding more pickleball courts to Osage Park. I think additional courts will be a great asset to the town and will help keep our parks up to date with new amenities. Our parks are loved and are a great feature of this town. New courts will help Danville continue to be a very desirable place to live. Pickleball is a wonderful healthy outdoor activity and many town residents are eager for more courts and the opportunity to play. Thank you, Brad From: Teresa Jacobs <teresa.jacobs@sbcglobal.net> Sent: Sunday, May 19, 2024 9:32 AM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: In support of new pickleball courts at Osage Dear Town Council Members, I am writing in support of the addition of 6 new pickleball courts at Osage, bringing the total number of courts to eight. Our Danville pickleball community has been waiting a long time for this meeting and these courts to come to fruition. Please see my email below sent to the Danville Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission Meeting that outlines my support of these courts and the reasons they are so important to the core values of our Danville community. Thank you, Teresa Jacobs Re: Proposed Addition of Pickleball Courts Danville Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission Meeting November 9, 2022 Dear Members of the Danville Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission, I am writing to express my support for the expansion of pickleball courts at Osage Park and share with you what a valued part of the community they are. As a licensed clinical psychologist and 20 -year resident of Danville, I believe adding pickleball courts will support the health and wellness of our community. It supports the physical health of our residents through vigorous exercise and our mental health through socialization and stress management. It also strengthens our community bond through the participation in a shared activity. The social connection that pickleball provides not only builds community, but in itself, is a predictor of long-term health. One of the most important aspects of pickleball at Osage is the concept of "drop-in play." This means that when you have a break in your busy schedule, you can show up, 11 DANVILLE TOWN COUNCIL SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE - in favor MAY 21, 2024 get some exercise, and meet up with a friend or connect with someone new. This concept is as the heart of community building and facilitates the health benefits described above. A larger number of courts would provide for increased drop-in play, greater player rotation and designated courts for both social and advanced play. Having played at numerous venues both in California and out of state, 8 courts are the minimum amount to achieve the type of benefits described above. As an avid pickleball player, it is unfortunate that I rarely play at Osage. This is primarily due to long wait times. There are simply not enough courts for a timely rotation of players. In addition, the limited number of courts do not allow for differing levels of play. That becomes a safety issue, as some players are more or less mobile. With the court expansion, it would be wonderful to be able to stay and play in my own community, rather than having to drive elsewhere. I know of many other Danville residents who are in the same position as myself. In my view, Osage is the ideal location for the proposed pickleball courts. With my children attending Charlotte Wood, the pickleball courts would be a wonderful shared space for both children, families and senior citizens. Not only does Osage have ample space for pickleball courts, it also has a history of being used for recreational and competitive sports, such as Mustang Soccer and Little League Baseball tournaments. Osage park is a vibrant community park with many shared activities, and pickleball courts would be a welcome addition to the Danville community. Danville is known for being a family -friendly and community -oriented town who values the health and wellness of its citizens and supports the growth and enrichment of its residents. Building these pickleball courts are in line with these values. I am looking forward to hearing about the future of pickleball in Danville and would love to be of assistance in any way. I appreciate your thoughtful consideration of this matter in furthering the greater good of our community. Sincerely, Teresa Jacobs From: Sharon Gutierrez <ngutierrez108@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, May 18, 2024 5:54 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Pickleball Courts at Osage Station Park Hello Ms. Sunseri, I heard that there will be a Town Council meeting next Tuesday, 5/21 to discuss expanding the number of pickleball courts at Osage Park. I believe the Commission approved the expansion after the sound and transportation study was completed. I hope that the Town Council will also approve the expansion and build a few more courts for the residents of Danville. Right now, most of the Danville residents have to travel to other cities to play pickleball which is ironic since that's one of the complaints of the opposing group (not 12 DANVILLE TOWN COUNCIL SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE - in favor MAY 21, 2024 wanting non -Danville residents to play at Osage). I live in Pleasanton and our courts were just built at the end of 2022. I used to play at Rudgear Park in Walnut Creek 6-7 times a week and now I only go there maybe once a week just to meet up with all the friends I made who live there. I know that with other cities now building their own courts, not everyone will bombard one city's courts (ie. Rudgear Park) so traffic will be manageable. Trust me, no matter how much you love playing pickleball, you still want to play in your own backyard so these courts are for your Danville residents. Osage Park is a pretty perfect location since it's already an active park (unlike Rudgear Park), has a nice -sized dedicated parking lot (unlike Rudgear Park), nearby facilities (unlike Rudgear Park), and further away from the neighbors (unlike Rudgear Park). I can't even begin to tell you about all the benefits this sport has brought to individuals, families, and the community. It's the fastest growing sport for a reason. I know there's a lot of pushback from the neighborhood but change is always scary. The Commission has already done their homework and approved it. Please approve it as well and move forward with the pickleball court expansion project. Thanks, Sharon Gutierrez From: Carol Manuel <caroljmanuel@yahoo.com> Sent: Saturday, May 18, 2024 5:03 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Support Osage Pickleball Courts My name is Carol Manuel and I have lived within 2 miles of Osage park for the past 26 years. I enjoy pickleball for the fitness it provides and the ability to interact with my neighbours. More courts are needed because the sport has grown and the wait time at Osage is extremely long. Parks should be for young and old like myself. Additional courts would add an activity for all age groups. Thank you, Carol Manuel 1010 Shady Creek Place Danville 94526 From: robert demilio <bdemiliol@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, May 18, 2024 5:00 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Pickleball discussion for Marie Sunseri Hi Marie, My name is Bob D'Emilio and would like to let you know how important I believe it is to expand the Pickleball courts at Osage Station Park. It is a great way to exercise, have fun for people in the community. 13 DANVILLE TOWN COUNCIL SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE - in favor MAY 21, 2024 Currently, when I have time to play the courts are often full. I end up just going home and doing nothing physically productive.. We really need more courts! Thank you! From: Rick Corella <hrunnerl@yahoo.com> Sent: Saturday, May 18, 2024 3:20 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Expand Pickleball courts It's quite obvious that only 2 courts in Danville are not enough. Osage is a big park which can accommodate extra courts. As for neighbor complaints, they live next to a park that have events taking place there often. If you purchase near a park (or near a busy street) noise is expected. There are so many more Pickleball players than complaining neighbors and we still live in a democracy. Votes are important to politicians. It has been proven that Pickleball prolongs longevity in adults It also promotes young ones to play outdoors like it used to be. Many neighbors have children who may be starting playing Pickleball. Courts in Danville could stop our residents from driving to Pleasanton or Walnut Creek to play which would be less pollution. This email describes why I think there should be more courts at Osage park and the sooner the better. Thank you Rick Corella 1009 Dunhill Court Danville From: sharon cushing <scushingl@att.net> Sent: Saturday, May 18, 2024 3:01 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Pickleball discussion on 5/21/2024, Town Council Regular meeting ATTN: Marie Sunseri I support the expansion of the Pickleball Courts at Osage park. I have met so many nice people while playing Pickleball. I seldom go anywhere in Danville and San Ramon that I don't meet someone that I have met at the Pickleball Courts. So much fun. Sharon Cushing 14 DANVILLE TOWN COUNCIL SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE - in favor MAY 21, 2024 From: patricia walker <patrishl@pacbell.net> Sent: Saturday, May 18, 2024 2:37 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Pickleball Court Expansion at Osage - for discussion on 5/21 at Town Council meeting To: Marie Sunseri, Danville City Clerk From: Patty Walker, 28 -year Danville/Greenbrook Resident Dear Marie, I so appreciate the support of the Commission for the Pickleball community here in Danville. I have lived in Danville in the Greenbrook neighborhood for over 28 years. It has been a wonderful community to both work and raise my children. I love the importance the Danville Town Council has placed on celebrating family and community. Expanding the opportunities Osage Station Park for families and neighbors to play Pickleball supports our town's mission. I am writing this to ask for the Town Council's support of the expansion of Pickleball courts at Osage Station Park, and to let you know personally what the sport and community of Pickleball means to me and my family. When I was first introduced to the sport of Pickleball about 6 years ago, I found Pickleball in Walnut Creek and Concord, but nothing here in Danville. I was so very excited when Osage Park reconfigured a tennis court to 2 Pickleball courts! I live in Greenbrook neighborhood and Osage is where I walk my dog, bring my granddaughter to play, watch my nephews play baseball, and now play pickleball. And here's why I love the sport... Pickleball is a low -impact sport which makes it appealing to people of all ages Good exercise, easy to learn and a great way to stay active Works on balance and coordination Any Age Can Play (and so fun with my granddaughter!) Minimal equipment required Great way to build connections with my Danville community With the courts at Osage, Pickleball provides a great connection with my neighbors and friends. I have invited my neighbors to the courts, explained the game and dinked a bit with them. Soon they were playing with the group. My Osage pickleball community has grown to be very important to me...a place where everyone knows my name. Just last week they helped me celebrate my 70th birthday with cards, flowers, cupcakes amidst playing Pickleball....very special! Another favorite part of Pickleball is the fun time I have with my family, especially my 7 -year-old granddaughter. My granddaughter and I have so much fun riding bikes to Osage and playing pickleball together. As I'm sure you've heard, we love the courts at Osage...we just need more to accommodate the popularity of the game within our Danville Community. I was on the Commission's call when they discussed the options to add courts at Osage and voted to support the expansion. I urge you to follow through and build the additional courts at Osage Park. Pickleball is a wonderful way to support the families and the community of Danville that I so love. 15 DANVILLE TOWN COUNCIL SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE - in favor MAY 21, 2024 Please help us Preserve the Pickleball community at Osage Station Park with the expansion of the courts. As we like to say... "If it weren't for Pickleball, I wouldn't know you, and you, and you, and you and you..." With appreciation for your support, Patty Walker, Danville/Greenbrook Resident 180 Summerside Circle, Danville 94526 From: PATRICK HAWTHORN <phawthorn@yahoo.com> Sent: Saturday, May 18, 2024 11:09 AM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Support For Additional Pickleball Courts at Osage City Clerk Marie Sunseri, would like to submit my support for the addition of 6 pickleball courts at Osage Park. As so many others can attest to, I've seen dramatic health benefits as a result of regular play. In addition the social aspects can not be overlooked. Pickleball can be social as the court is compact allowing players to talk, laugh, and react with each other during play. This encourages more conversations which leads to friendships beyond the court. And this is true for the young and the more seasoned alike as the game often brings together people from different generations. It's not uncommon to see someone who's 30 playing alongside someone who's 65. These additional courts will give more opportunity for the community to reap the health benefits as well as get to know people outside their 'typical' social circle. Please see the attached (very recent) article from National Geographic regarding the benefits of Pickleball. -Patrick Hawthorn 21+ Years Danville Station Resident From: Jeannie <jsoohoo22@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, May 18, 2024 10:58 AM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Pickleball Discussion 5/21/2025 5pm Hi Marie, I support the Pickleball courts expansion at Osage Station Park. We have lived in Danville for 35 years, and are looking forward to the speedy expansion of additional Pickleball courts at Osage Station park. I appreciate the support. Respectfully yours, Jeannie SooHoo 16 DANVILLE TOWN COUNCIL SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE - in favor MAY 21, 2024 From: WESLEY SOOHOO <jwsoohoo@comcast.net> Sent: Monday, May 20, 2024 1:54 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Town Council Meeting, May 21, 2024, Agenda Item 8.1 - Need More Pickleball Courts Marie Sunseri, As a 36 -year resident of Danville, I am writing to express support for adding more Pickleball Courts in Danville, per Agenda Item 8.1 at the Town Council Regular Meeting on 5/21/2024. Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the USA and World. It is easy to learn, inexpensive to play, enhances physical, social, and emotional well-being. Plus brings people together from all social, economic, and ethnic groups to the courts. With only 2 public courts, Danville residents must often travel to neighboring cities to find public courts, such as San Ramon, Pleasanton, Livermore, Walnut Creek, Lafayette. and Concord. From: SAM SYRIANI <syrisir@aol.com> Sent: Saturday, May 18, 2024 8:42 AM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Pickleball I am Christina Syriani from Greenbrook. Pickleball has been a big physical and social booster to me. I made many friends and stayed in good shape due to this awesome game. Most days, there are too many of us waiting on the sideline waiting for a court. I support the pickleball court expansion at Osage Park. From: Jackie Adams <jackieadams57@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, May 18, 2024 7:30 AM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Cc: Jackie Adams <jackieadams57@gmail.com> Subject: Support the Pickleball Expansion Project at Osage Park To: Marie Sunseri From: Clay and Jackie Adams We both got into Pickleball during the pandemic and I can't tell you how much it has helped us. I'm sure you have heard what the benefits are and I will continue to share them. I don't live in the community, so I can't share what the neighbors are sharing, but I am hoping for several more courts so that the wait isn't so long at the park. We would love for those that are against pickleball to just come out a few times and play a game or two with us. They will fall in love with it! 17 DANVILLE TOWN COUNCIL SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE - in favor MAY 21, 2024 Benefits of Pickleball for Seniors 1. Great for the Heart 2. Great for the mind- cognitive health, depression, focus 3. Improves balance and coordination 4. We have gained so many friends and that is important to a lot of us 5. For the simple things, It's just so much fun! Thank you for your time, Jackie Adams From: Alan Peacock <peacocka@comcast.net> Sent: Friday, May 17, 2024 10:04 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Cc: peacocka@comcast.net Subject: Osage Park Pickleball Please allow the pickleball expansion to go forward as it would help the community both young and old. I walk the park daily and haven't seen anything or heard anything that would be detrimental to homeowners living in the area. I have only seen people enjoying themselves without any problems. Thank you for your consideration, Al and Nancy Peacock From: B Yeh <byeh888@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, May 17, 2024 3:23 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: pickleball courts Hi Town Council people, I have been a resident of Danville for 9 years now. I started playing pickleball at Osage a few years ago & totally enjoy the game & the camaraderie that goes along with it. I fully support an expansion of the pickleball courts at Osage Park. Please vote to expand the courts so that there's not a long wait for courts & so more people can enjoy the game & the great out of doors! Thank you Barbara Yeh 673 Paradise Valley Ct South, Danville, CA 94526 18 DANVILLE TOWN COUNCIL SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE - in favor MAY 21, 2024 From: Sonia Vargas <soniaandkids@icloud.com> Sent: Friday, May 17, 2024 10:47 AM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Pickleball Osage expansion meeting 5/21/24 Good morning, We definitely need at least two more courts, 4 total, with the amount of players that show up every morning of the week at Osage park. This going back and forth is wasting time and money. If you reduce the amount of courts there is a possibility that we can be done with it all. Appreciate if you could at least consider 4 courts total as a possibility to accommodate everyone. Thank you, from a happy pickleball player. Sonia Vargas From: Darrell Hoh <darrell.hoh@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, May 20, 2024 9:46 AM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: In favor of installation of additional pickleball courts- council meeting 5/21/24 agenda item 8.1 Hello, I am in favor of the installation of six new pickleball courts at Osage Park. Having been an avid pickleball player for the past six years, I believe in the health and mental benefits which would be realized with this sport. Pickleball is a very social sport. There are so many positive aspects of having a group of people form friendships from these gatherings. From a business perspective, people tend to leave the courts and continue to local communities, in this case, downtown Danville to enjoy a nice lunch or to have a drink, thus supporting local commerce. Please consider adding courts to Osage Park since the demand for play time is needed. Thank you. Respectfully, Darrell Hoh Realtor® since 1988 DRE#: 00981094 DarrellHoh.com 19 DANVILLE TOWN COUNCIL SUPPLEMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE - in favor MAY 21, 2024 From: David Bonnie <shrkfans@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, May 20, 2024 12:18 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Support of pickleball courts Dear Marie Sunseri, My name is Julie Bonnie and I am a 22 year resident of Danville. I live at 23 Everett Ct. I am writing you today to show my support for more pickleball courts at Osage. Osage park is a park for all residents and pickleball has proven an excellent way for all residents to come together. Since playing pickleball at Osage I have gained another family in the wonderful community of ours. Please help us gain more courts. Thank you for your time, Julie Bonnie From: dbonnie074@gmail.com <dbonnie074@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, May 20, 2024 12:51 PM To: Marie Sunseri <MSunseri@danville.ca.gov> Subject: Support for pickleball courts, May 21 Town council meeting I would like to address the ongoing issue of expanding the pickleball courts at Osage park. I have lived in Danville for over 25 years in a couple of locations. I am in favor of adding more courts at Osage park. I believe the park is well suited to adding more courts. The park's central location, ample parking and facilities are ideal. This is not a small neighborhood park. It hosts baseball, soccer and many other sports. The notion that pickleball makes "too much noise" is preposterous. So many other activities at the park make way more noise. Cheering parents, the referees shrieking whistles or the sharp "ping"of baseball bats to name a few. Let's not even talk about when the middle school lets out. With the screaming kids and parents zipping around their cars. My point is, this is a big, highly used park with a middle school adjacent. There is plenty of noise that anyone who moved next to it should have been aware of and ok with. This is a park for ALL of the Town of Danville, not just the few who border it. Sincerely David Bonnie Danville, CA 20