Sandy work session reviews Alta Canyon Sports Center history and expansion options
March 10, 2020, 5:15 p.m. · Council Chambers, 10000 Centennial Parkway
Parks and Recreation staff presented the history of the Alta Canyon Sports Center and expansion ideas, and the council office explained the truth-in-taxation process. No votes were taken. Council Member Marci Houseman was excused.
From the approved minutes. Updated October 14, 2026.
Decisions at a glance
| Item | Result |
|---|---|
| Alta Canyon Sports Center history and expansion | Discussed |
Agenda, item by item
Item 1 · Parks
Alta Canyon Sports Center history and expansion
Discussed
Scott Earl, Dan Medina and Jetta Marriott covered the neighborhood meeting, the Special Service District, a 2008 design canceled because of the recession, expansion plans, assets, completed projects and current concerns. Dustin Fratto explained the truth-in-taxation process for an expansion. Council Attorney Tracy Cowdell said the council should decide what it wants for Alta Canyon and then how to achieve it. Council Member Zach Robinson suggested a plan for how council business would proceed during the COVID-19 outbreak, and Cowdell suggested looking to the mayor for leadership. No vote was taken.
What residents said
Indoor tennis courtsSpeeding on Newcastle DriveAlta Canyon expansion
Amelia Hohl and Kevin Passey asked for indoor tennis courts at Alta Canyon. A resident asked how to get speed bumps on Newcastle Drive; the chair invited residents to meet with Public Works and the police chief. An emailed comment called the center outdated and asked for a gym for children in winter.