Summary
Cracked courts at Herman Park and the Goldsboro Event Center cost the city the USTA championship (about $479K in visitor spending). Repairs run $150K–$250K; council told staff to chase grants and partnerships before USTA awards 2027-28 bids in two to three weeks.
At a glance
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
Repairs estimated at $150,000–$250,000 for ten courts; a matching grant of up to $500,000 may be available.
Tennis players, five local high school teams, and hotels and restaurants that profit from tournament visitors.
Without repairs, the city loses recurring tournament business and youth sports access.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Sep 14, 2026
Thirteen years after their last resurfacing, the Herman Park courts will get crack repair and a new surface in spring 2027 for up to $147,000 — a project triggered partly by the city losing a travel and tourism event over court conditions.
City Council - Aug 3, 2026
Cracked courts at Herman Park and the Goldsboro Event Center cost the city the USTA championship (about $479K in visitor spending). Repairs run $150K–$250K; council told staff to chase grants and partnerships before USTA awards 2027-28 bids in two to three weeks.
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