Boise Parks and Recreation Commission - Day 2

The City of Boise Parks and Recreation Commission held a meeting on September 18, 2026, primarily focused on discussing a proposal to convert tennis courts at the Ohei park into dedicated pickleball courts. The meeting included extensive public testimony, with over 800 written comments and numerous in-person statements reflecting community concerns and support. Key procurement-related topics included considerations of equitable access to sports courts, potential sound mitigation measures such as landscaping and sound barriers, and the use of quieter pickleball balls. Commissioners discussed the balance between tennis and pickleball court availability, the impact on neighborhood noise levels, and future planning for additional courts. A motion related to the master plan update and court conversion was put to a vote and passed, indicating the commission's support for moving forward with the proposed changes.