Tennis in Texas, Tennis in Kyle!
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
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.
National 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 BraunfelsThe John Newcombe Tennis Ranch (Private)T Bar M Ranch (Private) – 10 outdoor/2 indoor courts
The City of SchertzWoodland Oaks Park – 2 outdoor courts
Regional 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!
Local Overview
Priority Needs Directly or Indirectly met with a Tennis Complex as proposed
• #1 Playgrounds – Areas to accommodate a range of ages;• #2 Picnic Facilities – critically needed;• #4 Indoor 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.
Kyle Parks 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.
Kyle Park Master Plan
Kyle Parks Mission StatementThe 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.
Kyle Parks Vision Improving Your Quality of Life
Conceptual Plan Renderings
Potential Partners
Projected Annual Expenses & Revenue
Potential Grants
Multi-Purpose Uses
Estimated Construction Costs
Local Overview
Kyle Area Tennis Center Concept Plan
Center Court with shaded seating, open grass area
and centralized social gathering
18 Full-Size Courts built to USTA Standards
7 Covered Courts to allow play in all weather
conditions
4 Youth 60’ Courts designed for Youth
4 Junior 36’ Courts designed for Junior Youth
Backboard for Instructional and Multi-Purpose Uses
5100sf Multi-Purpose Building for Restrooms, Concessions,
Classroom, Pro Shop, Storage and Meetings
155 Space Parking and Additional Entrance
Green Space, Trails and Natural Areas around
Complex
Potential Partners
City of Kyle
Hays ISD
USTA
Private/Corporate Donations
Commercial Sponsorships
College/University Athletics
Kyle Economic Development/ HOT
Hays CISD Support
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
2006 Tournaments
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
Kyle’s Tournaments Would:
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
Estimated Maintenance & Operation Costs (yearly)
Personnel/Instructors/Staff $90,000
Supplies/Materials $25,000
Snack Bar/Pro Shop $38,400
Building/Grounds Maintenance $6,000
Communications/Advertising $3,000
Utilities/Insurance $25,000
Miscellaneous Expenses $8,000
Sub-Total M & O Expenses $195,400
Debt Service ($2M–20yr) $ 125,000
TOTAL $320,400
Estimated Revenue (yearly)
Lessons/Clinics/Training Academy $80,000
Tournaments $168,000
Snack Bar/Pro Shop $48,000
Leagues $12,000
Leasing Contracts $10,000
After School Programs/ Education Programs
$10,000
Donations/Sponsorships/Grants
(not related to construction)
$25,000
City of Kyle General Fund Budget $ 000,000
TOTAL $353,000
USTA
Texas Education Agency
National Recreation & Parks Association
Potential for Grants
Multi-Purpose Uses
Multi-Purpose Uses
Multi-Purpose Uses
Multi-Purpose Uses
Multi-Purpose Uses
Multi-Purpose Uses
ScheduleJanuary 2007 Receive Kyle Council Support
February-May 2007 Begin Grant Requests and Sponsor/Donation Drive
Begin Construction Plans and Finish 50%
June-December 2007 Raise 80% of Construction Costs
Complete 100% Construction Plans
January-September 2008 Have 100% of Construction Funds in Bank
September 2008 Open Construction Bids
October 2008 Award Construction Contract
Begin construction – Allow 150-180 days for completion
Provide 50% M&O and Projected Revenue in General Operating Budget
April 2009 Grand Opening and Begin Use
Estimated Construction Costs
16 courts with lighting $1,225,000
8 short courts $150,000
Meeting/Restroom/Concession Building
$550,000
Parking for 115 $155,000
Design/Engineering/
Contingencies/Misc
$250,000
TOTAL $2,330,000
Source of Construction Funding
USTA Tennis in the Parks Grant $200,000
USTA Junior Court Grant $150,000
Hays CISD $250,000
City of Kyle Certificate of Obligation* $1,730,000*
TOTAL $2,330,000
* Maximum needed to begin construction. If other grants, donations and funding for construction are received, this
amount will be reduced or eliminated.
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
Closing