Cleveland Heights’s landscape is transforming, and Denison Park is at the forefront of this development. According to an update from the City of Cleveland Heights, the old Denison Pool House has tumbled down to make room for fresh prospects. As the city harnesses ARPA funds to breathe new life into its parks, residents anticipate what’s to blossom in place of the Pool House, which harkened back to the days of Cleveland Heights’ dual municipal pool era.
Meanwhile, sports enthusiasts in the area have a reason to rally—revamped tennis courts are now ready for the latest sporting craze, pickleball. The Parks & Rec Department, not one to let grass grow under their feet, has already repainted the courts with regulation markings that cater to both tennis and pickleball aficionados, the City of Cleveland Heights reports. In a not-so-subtle hint that flexibility is the name of the game, they’ve also thrown in movable nets that make toggling between the two sports a breeze.
The City of Cleveland Heights’ announcement details how the old Pool House—a structure that stood as a reminder of lazy summer swims and the sound of children’s splashes—has seen its last days. As bricks and mortar make way for potential green spaces or new community-driven features, residents are waiting with bated breath to see what new amenities will take their place…