City of Dallas is very close to awarding management rights of the Kiest Tennis Center in Oak Cliff (Dallas,TX) to Impact Activities, a profit-driven company. The KTC is currently managed by the Dallas Tennis Association which provides not for profit services to many kids in our community ❤️

Park and Recreation Board Meeting

5/21/2026
9:00 AM

DALLAS CITY HALL, ROOM 6FN

Members of the public can participate in-person or virtually via Cisco WebEx.

As parents of students in the tennis program, we have witness first-hand the transformative power of the program in our community. Our children are part of this invaluable program, which runs five days a week, two hours a day, and has made a significant difference in their lives. It's more than just tennis—it's a community where caring coaches mentor our children, offering not only sports training but essential academic support, such as math tutoring on Fridays. 

The City of Dallas is proposing to take away the management license from this exceptional program and hand it to a profit-driven company. This decision could drastically alter, if not dissolve, the positive community environment that has been cultivated here. Many underserved students, especially those under the age of 18, rely on this program not only for physical activity but also for personal development and academic assistance. 

It's important to highlight that the existing management has created a safe, nurturing, and inclusive atmosphere where kids from our underserved area can grow. The focus has consistently been on community building and providing opportunities that might otherwise be unavailable. Losing this program in its current form would be detrimental to the community, risking the well-being and future of our children.

We urge City of Dallas to reconsider this decision and recognize the impact such a community-focused initiative has on its participants. Rather than shifting focus to profit-oriented companies, we should prioritize programs that uplift our communities and provide essential support to our youth.

Please join us in advocating for the continued management of our beloved tennis center by signing this petition. Let's ensure our children continue to have access to this vital program and the dedicated support it provides. Your signature can help make a difference in the lives of these young individuals and our community as a whole.

Protect Kiest Tennis Center from Being Taken over by Impact Activities

We, the undersigned are concerned about the proposed acquisition and management of Kiest Tennis Center by Impact Activities. Kiest Tennis Center has long been a vital part of the community, providing a safe welcoming and inclusive space for players of all ages and skill levels. Allowing Impact Activities to take over could lead to:

Limited access for residents and players

Loss of the unique community focused

Potential increase in fees and reduced availability for residents/players

Decisions being driven by profit rather than the needs of our local tennis community