Support mayor and city council candidates that are for pickleball courts in Cupertino
The Issue
Pickleball, a fast-growing and inclusive sport enjoyed by players of all ages, deserves to have dedicated facilities in Memorial Park, Cupertino. This petition calls on our community to support only those council candidates who support these pickleball courts.
The game of pickleball has won over hearts due to its accessibility, affordability, and health benefits. Whether you are a young athlete looking for a fun way to stay active, a senior seeking low-impact exercise, or a family that enjoys spending time together outdoors, pickleball offers something for everyone.
Several nearby communities have embraced pickleball by building dedicated courts, recognizing the profound benefits they bring—including increased community interaction, enhanced physical fitness, and even economic benefits as tournaments and events attract visitors and boost local businesses. There’s no reason Cupertino should be left behind.
Actions that have been attempted prior and should opposed is limiting court hours from what they are today and renting out courts which all are free open access today. All future actions to limit pickleball should be opposed.
1. Remove reservation systems that limit open play. Zero cost. Zero downside.
2. Stripe pickleball lines on tennis facilities with more than three courts to enable mixed use, following the Doerr Park model. Wallenberg (street side) and Bramhall are strong candidates. Minimal cost.
Sign this petition to show your support for dedicated pickleball facilities in Memorial Park and align with candidates who are committed to this cause. Together, we can ensure that Cupertino continues to be a thriving community that meets the recreational needs of its residents.
city council responses
On Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 04:42:27 PM PDT, J.R. Fruen <jrfruen@cupertino.gov> wrote:
Thank you for reaching out. I have always supported equitable access to our parks. I supported the addition of pickleball courts along Anton at Stevens Creek Boulevard in the Memorial Park Specific Plan, including making them an early addition in the phase-in plan for the improvement of the park. I have also backed the sound attenuation project for the restriped courts on the north of the park. The sound attenuation project strikes me as a sensible, reasonable answer to expressed noise concerns. It's certainly a better answer to those concerns than significant restrictions on hours and manner of play. I have not yet heard any reason that would change my support for this project—it will come to council as part of the proposed budget for adoption in June.
J.R. Fruen Councilmember
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The Issue
Pickleball, a fast-growing and inclusive sport enjoyed by players of all ages, deserves to have dedicated facilities in Memorial Park, Cupertino. This petition calls on our community to support only those council candidates who support these pickleball courts.
The game of pickleball has won over hearts due to its accessibility, affordability, and health benefits. Whether you are a young athlete looking for a fun way to stay active, a senior seeking low-impact exercise, or a family that enjoys spending time together outdoors, pickleball offers something for everyone.
Several nearby communities have embraced pickleball by building dedicated courts, recognizing the profound benefits they bring—including increased community interaction, enhanced physical fitness, and even economic benefits as tournaments and events attract visitors and boost local businesses. There’s no reason Cupertino should be left behind.
Actions that have been attempted prior and should opposed is limiting court hours from what they are today and renting out courts which all are free open access today. All future actions to limit pickleball should be opposed.
1. Remove reservation systems that limit open play. Zero cost. Zero downside.
2. Stripe pickleball lines on tennis facilities with more than three courts to enable mixed use, following the Doerr Park model. Wallenberg (street side) and Bramhall are strong candidates. Minimal cost.
Sign this petition to show your support for dedicated pickleball facilities in Memorial Park and align with candidates who are committed to this cause. Together, we can ensure that Cupertino continues to be a thriving community that meets the recreational needs of its residents.
city council responses
On Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 04:42:27 PM PDT, J.R. Fruen <jrfruen@cupertino.gov> wrote:
Thank you for reaching out. I have always supported equitable access to our parks. I supported the addition of pickleball courts along Anton at Stevens Creek Boulevard in the Memorial Park Specific Plan, including making them an early addition in the phase-in plan for the improvement of the park. I have also backed the sound attenuation project for the restriped courts on the north of the park. The sound attenuation project strikes me as a sensible, reasonable answer to expressed noise concerns. It's certainly a better answer to those concerns than significant restrictions on hours and manner of play. I have not yet heard any reason that would change my support for this project—it will come to council as part of the proposed budget for adoption in June.
J.R. Fruen Councilmember
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Petition created on May 15, 2026