Board debates tennis court renovation on unstable ground
Board of Public Works · Meeting of March 31, 2026
Essex DPW debates costly fixes for tennis court on unstable ground. The Board of Public Works discussed renovation options ranging from a $100,000 grind-and-repave lasting 10-12 years to a $1 million-plus floating concrete slab lasting 20-25 years. Chairman Nick Ellis supported the expert recommendation for the more expensive option, cautioning that cheaper solutions would not save money long-term.
In other business, the board approved the Apple Street Road renovation location with estimated costs of $50,000 to $60,000 for materials and equipment. The highway department is returning to full staffing with new hire Orion Stark and part-time employee Ryan Crompton transitioning to full-time.
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Source: the Board of Public Works meeting of March 31, 2026, reported from the official video recording and transcript.
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