Transform Pickett Park tennis court into D​.​I.Y. Skatepark

Recent signers:
Makheila MacDonald and 19 others have signed recently.

The Issue

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There is a need for a centrally located, dedicated skatespot that caters to skaters of all abilities and styles. The city of Reno is lacking a modern, unified community skateboard area that is accessible to all disciplines where enthusiasts can gather, learn, and build together. This is why I propose transforming the largely unused and deteriorating Pickett Park tennis court into a permanent community D.I.Y. skateboarding area.

The Pickett Park tennis court, located just a few blocks away from downtown, is an untapped gem that could transform into a vibrant hub for skaters. Currently, the court remains un-utilized and is deteriorating quickly. Converting this space will bring more positive influence to the area.

Ideally, local skaters will have the opportunity to be involved in designing and building the park, making it a unique landmark that helps bring the skateboard community together. Projects like this have succeeded in numerous cities, and it is time Reno joins the ranks.

Signing this petition could help urge the parks & rec. and Reno City Council to take action on this initiative and potentially turn an underutilized space into something special.

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Recent signers:
Makheila MacDonald and 19 others have signed recently.

The Issue

NO DONATIONS NEEDED! We just need signatures right now. Thank you!

There is a need for a centrally located, dedicated skatespot that caters to skaters of all abilities and styles. The city of Reno is lacking a modern, unified community skateboard area that is accessible to all disciplines where enthusiasts can gather, learn, and build together. This is why I propose transforming the largely unused and deteriorating Pickett Park tennis court into a permanent community D.I.Y. skateboarding area.

The Pickett Park tennis court, located just a few blocks away from downtown, is an untapped gem that could transform into a vibrant hub for skaters. Currently, the court remains un-utilized and is deteriorating quickly. Converting this space will bring more positive influence to the area.

Ideally, local skaters will have the opportunity to be involved in designing and building the park, making it a unique landmark that helps bring the skateboard community together. Projects like this have succeeded in numerous cities, and it is time Reno joins the ranks.

Signing this petition could help urge the parks & rec. and Reno City Council to take action on this initiative and potentially turn an underutilized space into something special.

The Decision Makers

Nathan Ullyot
Nathan Ullyot
Director of Parks and Recreation Reno
Responded
Thank you for reaching out and for your interest in reimagining the tennis courts at Pickett Park as a skateable space! I really appreciate seeing this kind of passion and community involvement. We’re absolutely interested in talking more with the folks behind this petition. We did install some temporary skatepark elements over the summer to see how the community would respond, and the result was promising — we saw organic engagement and strong interest from local skaters. We’d love to have a conversation about how we can safely activate this space together. It can be a challenge to discover a large ramp or feature that appears in the park without notice, but that passion and initiative show how much this space means to the community. Pickett Park is a space that could really benefit from more activity and energy. In my view, skaters are friends of the park. You keep it busy, help us maintain visibility, and bring new life to our public spaces. Give us a chance to match your passion in this space. If you have questions or would like to connect, please reach out to me directly at ullyotn@reno.gov. Change.org is also helping to connect me with the petition starter, and I look forward to the opportunity to continue this conversation. Thanks, Nathan Ullyot Director, Parks & Recreation Reno.Gov | “Your vibe attracts your tribe”
Hillary Schieve
Reno City Mayor
Reno City Council
2 Members
Meghan Ebert
Reno City Council - Ward 4
Kathleen Taylor
Reno City Council - Ward 1

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