Tennis in Texas, Tennis in Kyle!

1. Tennis in Texas, Tennis in Kyle!

2. National Overview “Public tennis courts are the lifeblood of a park. It has been proven time and again that if parks continue to build and maintain tennis courts, the community will respond—in droves.” -Source National Recreation and Parks Society http://www.nrpa.org/content/default.aspx?documentId=4398

3. National Overview According to the United States Tennis Association (USTA), nearly 70 percent of tennis is played on public courts. Tennis participation has grown 8.3% over the past eight years – one of only two sports to do so. The USTA and NRPA have formed a strategic alliance to promote tennis in public parks.

4. Regional Overview The City of Austin has public tennis courts. The City of San Antonio has public tennis courts. Between those two cites there are very few public tennis facilities to meet public needs. The City of San Marcos Rio Vista Park - 4 outdoor courts The City of New Braunfels The John Newcombe Tennis Ranch (Private) T Bar M Ranch (Private) – 10 outdoor/2 indoor courts The City of Schertz Woodland Oaks Park – 2 outdoor courts

5. Local Overview The City of Kyle has an estimated population of 30,000 residents. UTSA utilizes a standard ratio of 40 tennis players per 1,000 people. Using this standards base approach, there are approximately 1,200 tennis players currently residing in the City of Kyle. There is a need for public tennis facilities!

6. Kyle Parks Master Plan Priority Needs Directly or Indirectly met with a Tennis Complex as proposed #1 Playgrounds – Areas to accommodate a range of ages; #2Picnic Facilities – critically needed; #4Indoor Recreation Center – Ranked single most important need; #5 Natural Areas – Open spaces, breathing; #6, 7 and 9 Areas for Play and Practice, Courts and Athletic Facilities – Citizens seek access to active sports.

7. Kyle Park Master Plan Citizen Survey Results 58% said that building tennis courts in Kyle are important or very important; 86% said that outdoor courts (basketball, tennis, volleyball) are important or very important; 87% said that areas for open play and practice are important or very important; and 90% support or strongly support upgrading of existing city parks for recreation and exercise purposes.

8. Kyle Parks Vision Improving Your Quality of Life Kyle Parks Mission Statement The City of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department strives to maintain, provide and develop an array of recreational opportunities and services aimed at improving the quality of life for our community.

9. Local Overview Conceptual Plan Renderings Potential Partners Projected Annual Expenses & Revenue Potential Grants Multi-Purpose Uses Estimated Construction Costs

10. Kyle Area Tennis Center Concept Plan

11. Center Court with shaded seating, open grass area and centralized social gathering

12. 18 Full-Size Courts built to USTA Standards

13. 7 Covered Courts to allow play in all weather conditions

14. 4 Youth 60’ Courts designed for Youth

15. 4 Junior 36’ Courts designed for Junior Youth

16. Backboard for Instructional and Multi-Purpose Uses

17. 5100sf Multi-Purpose Building for Restrooms, Concessions, Classroom, Pro Shop, Storage and Meetings

18. 155 Space Parking and Additional Entrance

19. Green Space, Trails and Natural Areas around Complex

20. Potential Partners City of Kyle Hays ISD USTA Private/Corporate Donations Commercial Sponsorships College/University Athletics Kyle Economic Development/ HOT

21. Hays CISD Support

22. We very much appreciate the interest and evident enthusiasm for the proposed tennis complex as a cooperative effort of the parks and the schools in your area. This is a note to confirm that your community has the continued support throughout and after the project from the USTA Texas Section. We believe that this will be wonderful for the citizens of your community as well as a boost for tennis in the central Texas area. Ken McAllister Executive Director USTA Texas Section USTA Support

23. Donations With approval from Kyle City Council and Conceptual Designs, Staff can begin contacting individuals, businesses and corporations that historically make donations to facilities like this. Most of these donations come as “gifts”, “tax deductible donations” and “in kind” that do not come with special conditions or requirements.

24. Sponsorships With approval from Kyle City Council and Conceptual Designs, Staff can begin contacting individuals, businesses and corporations that would like to sponsor a court, purchase advertising agreements or provide merchandise in the facility. Most of these sponsorships require short or long term agreements, signage or other arrangements in exchange for financial contributions.

25. College/University Athletics Local Colleges and Universities often contract with Tennis Centers to use their facilities for tournaments. Facilities with covers are often contracted for “insurance” by these institutions to assure scheduled meets and tournaments take place regardless of weather.

26. Kyle Economic Development – H.O.T. Hotel Occupancy Tax does support special events including athletic events. These facilities that host tournaments bring more visitors and hotels guests than any other special event the City currently sponsors. Using the portion of the available funds allowed under H.O.T. guidelines would fund tournament expenses.

27. San Antonio – 9,022 players (751/month) Austin – 8,508 players (709/month) Average Entry Fees - $28 Assume 1 guest with each player Assume $10 spent in snack bar per player Assume 1 tournament a month Assume 80% historical participation 2006 Tournaments

28. Bring 7,218 players each year Each Tournament – 602 players Tournament Gross Revenue - $202,104 Concession Gross Revenue - $72,180 Total Visitors to Kyle – 14,436 Economic Impact - $97,443 Grow Each Year as Region Grows Kyle’s Tournaments Would:

29. Estimated Maintenance & Operation Costs (yearly)

30. Estimated Revenue (yearly)

31. Potential for Grants USTA Texas Education Agency National Recreation & Parks Association

32. Multi-Purpose Uses Movies In The Park

33. Multi-Purpose Uses Outdoor Concerts

34. Multi-Purpose Uses After-School Programs

35. Multi-Purpose Uses Summer Youth Camp Programs

36. Multi-Purpose Uses Outdoor Fitness Programs

37. Multi-Purpose Uses Off-Campus P.E. Classes

38. Schedule

39. Estimated Construction Costs

40. Source of Construction Funding * Maximum needed to begin construction. If other grants, donations and funding for construction are received, this amount will be reduced or eliminated.

41. Closing Many Users in Area No Facilities in Area Multi-Use Facility Self-Supporting Programs Excess Revenue Generator Employment Location Benefit Economic Development Benefits Tourism and Visitor Benefits Win – Win – Win – Win – Win