Fundraisers to build the multi-sport courts at DVSS have found they are coming up about $20,000 short for the project and hope they can make up the difference and break ground this spring.
The proposed new outdoor multi-sport court is about $20,000 away from a spring start.
The Drumheller Tennis Club spearheaded an effort to create new permanent courts in Drumheller. Rewind about two years ago the club partnered with Golden Hills School Division and the Friends of DVSS and now have a site at the former court at the high school.
The momentum continued and a number of community groups jumped on board to help. The project also grew from tennis to include pickle ball and basketball. They are hoping to break ground this spring, but are still short a few dollars and cents.
“Essentially we had to upgrade the type of asphalt and thickness of gravel pack after assessing the site and blueprints,” said Jillian Augey of the Drumheller Tennis Club. “This causes us to need an additional $20,000. To “upgrade” to this better quality mix means a longer lasting court of more professional standing.”
The project has received great support and was successful in its application for a provincial CFEP grant for $40,000. The Friends of DVSS have matched this amount and other donors including the Lions Club, the Rotary Club, the Kinsmen Club, Cenovus and Canalta. An anonymous donor brought approximately $30,000 to the table in honour of Royal Canadian Air Force Pilots of World War II. The Town of Drumheller has also offered in kind support.
Augey hopes the groups will be able to make up the shortfall and encourages residents who feel strongly about such a project to show their support. A donation can yield a tax receipt from the Friends of DVSS.
For more information, to donate or suggestions, contact Augey at 403-436-0031.
