Roller hockey rink multi-use concept
Summary
The city surveyed residents about turning the community center's roller hockey rink into permanent pickleball courts, and the skating community showed up in force. The council chose to keep the rink multi-use, sparing roller hockey, roller derby, and youth skating while pickleball stays shared.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
$242,000 is budgeted for the facility's renovation; no money was committed tonight and staff will bring back costs.
Roller hockey players, roller derby, youth skaters, and Special Olympics keep their only South Orange County rink, while pickleball players retain shared access.
Pickleball players who wanted dedicated courts may face continued scheduling conflicts.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Parks and Recreation Commission - Oct 7, 2026
The City Council directed staff to explore turning the roller hockey rink into a multi-use facility with five pickleball courts, basketball hoops, and continued hockey use — plus a vocal roller derby group and Special Olympics floorball in the mix. It's a very early, very preliminary idea, and the commission is being asked for input.
City Council / Planning Agency - Jun 23, 2026
The city surveyed residents about turning the community center's roller hockey rink into permanent pickleball courts, and the skating community showed up in force. The council chose to keep the rink multi-use, sparing roller hockey, roller derby, and youth skating while pickleball stays shared.
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