following an injury experienced by the owner. She stated that these efforts include the addition of amenities such as a personal trainer, massage therapy, and a hyperbaric chamber, and that the pickleball court is intended to serve as an additional wellness offering.

Mrs. Jackson asked whether there are plans to utilize the lighted courts for purposes other than pickleball.

Ms. McCoy responded that the lighting around the court could be removed if necessary.

Mayor Duncan commented on the proposed 10-foot fence and raised concerns about pickleballs potentially traveling beyond the enclosure.

Mr. Barnett stated that he was uncertain but indicated that, statistically, most balls would be contained within the fenced area. He noted that the 10-foot height is what is recommended by USA Pickleball.

Mr. Jacques administered the oath to an additional speaker, Andrew Hackworth, who had not been sworn in previously. Mr. Hackworth is a resident of 440 Peach Orchard Avenue and works as a Lead Wealth Advisor for Russell Total Wealth & Wellness. He spoke in support of the application and noted that he is an experienced pickleball player himself. He stated that it was highly unlikely pickleballs would travel beyond the proposed 10-foot fence surrounding the court because the game is typically played fairly low.

Marietta Orlowski, 205 Pointe Oakwood Way, spoke in opposition to the request, expressing concerns regarding noise impacts, enforceability of the proposed conditions, and potential effects on neighboring property values. She referenced Special Use Standard D, which requires that a proposed use not be injurious to the reasonable use and enjoyment of nearby properties or substantially diminish property values within the neighborhood, and stated that the proposed conditions would not adequately mitigate or manage those concerns. She further noted that residents did not believe their concerns had been sufficiently addressed and referenced correspondence previously submitted to Council regarding these issues.

Paul Bohannon, 204 Pointe Oakwood Way, expressed concerns regarding vehicle headlights from the proposed parking lot expansion affecting nearby residences, noting that similar concerns had been addressed during earlier site plan revisions. Mrs. Valentin confirmed that the parking area would include extensive landscape screening to mitigate these concerns.

Mr. Byington, 24 W. Schantz Avenue, stated that Russell Total Wealth & Wellness had been a good neighbor and maintained a high-quality development. While expressing support for the parking expansion and the continued success of the business, he raised concerns regarding the proposed pickleball court, particularly related to noise impacts, compatibility with the surrounding residential neighborhood, and the enforceability of the proposed operational restrictions. He further stated that, in his opinion, the proposed use did not align with established community standards or the vision and character reflected in the Oakwood Vision Statement.

Hamed Zolbanin, 225 Pointe Oakwood Way, expressed concerns regarding lighting, privacy, and potential noise impacts associated with the proposal. He also questioned how restrictions on court access and use would be enforced.

Mr. Jacques administered the oath to an additional speaker who wished to address Council.

Christine Jefferis, a resident of 648 Woods Road and an employee of Russell Total Wealth & Wellness, stated that she understood the concerns of nearby residents but believed the court would not create noise impacts beyond those commonly associated with community activities. She emphasized the Applicant’s desire to remain a positive member of the community.

Mr. Dorf requested additional information regarding the current wellness operations at Russell Total Wealth & Wellness, including hours of operation and anticipated use of the proposed court.

Ms. McCoy stated that wellness activities generally occur between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. and anticipated limited use of the court, likely once per day rather than continuously. She further stated that the court would serve as part of the organization’s wellness and client engagement program and that quiet-category paddles and balls approved by USA Pickleball would be utilized.

There being no further comments, Mayor Duncan closed the public hearing.

Council discussion followed. Mr. Dorf stated that he had not heard significant concerns regarding the parking expansion but remained focused on how the pickleball court fit within the overall